Balancing busy schedules, kids, work, and preparing a healthy dinner can really tire a mom out. It’s easy to go all day without finding a moment to relax. I know I’ve been there! While a long soak in the bath might not fit into the day, a quick foot soak can be a great alternative.
A foot soak only takes a few minutes to set up and you can enjoy it anywhere in the house. You can dip your feet while working on your computer, watching TV, or just lounging in the living room as the kids play.
This do-it-yourself stress-relieving foot soak uses soothing herbs and magnesium-rich salt to calm both your body and mind. Doesn’t that sound nice? It’s time to treat yourself!
There are many foot soak recipes out there, and I sometimes use a detoxing one as well. So what makes this one special? It’s straightforward enough for even the busiest days, and its simple ingredients are powerful enough to truly help you relax.
Here are some key ingredients in this relaxing foot soak and why they’re included:
Most foot soak recipes feature Epsom salts for a good reason. Although often called Epsom salts, it’s really magnesium sulfate. Magnesium is a great tonic for the nervous system and is necessary for many body functions. It can even help alleviate convulsions and spasms. Unfortunately, most of us lack enough magnesium due to poor soil quality and high sugar intake. While you can supplement magnesium in various ways, it absorbs well through the skin, making it ideal for a foot soak.
This recipe makes enough for four relaxing foot soaks.
For stimulating circulation in tired feet, rosemary essential oil works wonders. But if you don’t have the oils or prefer to skip them, simply add ¼ cup of dried rosemary leaves along with lavender and chamomile at the start of the recipe.
What’s your favorite way to pamper your feet after a long day? Feel free to share!
