Sweating is the body's natural way of removing toxins. Hot baths help flush harmful toxins out of the skin. Detox baths are also helpful in reducing muscle soreness. This ancient method helps to flush out toxins, as well as obtain beneficial minerals and nutrients. If your body is heavily slagged, you have certain skin problems, or want to improve your overall health, try a detoxifying bath at home.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Preparing the Body
Step 1. Prepare your body for the bath
The minerals in the detox bath help flush out toxins from the skin, but this method requires a lot of fluid, so be sure to drink enough water before taking a bath. It is recommended that you drink a full glass of room temperature water before taking a bath.
Step 2. Prepare all the required ingredients
You can buy everything you need for detoxification in a regular store. You will need:
- Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate)
- Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)
- Sea or Himalayan salt
- Unfiltered and unprocessed apple cider vinegar
- Favorite essential oil (optional)
- Ground ginger (optional)
- Body brush
Step 3. Remove dead skin with a dry brush
The skin is the body's largest organ and the first line of defense against harmful chemicals and bacteria. By removing dead cells from the surface of the skin, you also remove all these harmful substances. Removing dead skin cells also increases the ability of the lymphatic system to remove waste from the body.
- Use a dry brush with a long handle to reach all parts of the body.
- When buying a brush, choose the one that seems more pleasant to you. The exfoliation procedure shouldn't be painful.
- Begin to brush dry skin - first on the feet, on the heels, then up the legs.
- Radial movements towards the chest and center (front and back), and then along the chest.
- Finish by moving the brush from the wrist to the armpits.
- After one treatment, your skin should appear smoother.
Step 4. Give yourself a lymphatic massage
The lymphatic system is made up of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes and various organs - it is part of the immune system. The lymph nodes are responsible for filtering and removing microorganisms and bacteria from the blood. A simple 5-minute massage can stimulate your lymphatic system, which will help your body flush out toxins more effectively.
- Place your fingers under your ears on either side of your neck.
- With your relaxed hands, gently pull the skin down towards the back of your neck.
- Repeat 10 times, gradually increasing the range of motion, bringing the fingers to the shoulders.
- Gently massage the skin towards the collarbone.
- Repeat the massage 5 times or as many times as you like.
Step 5. What to expect
Any detoxification process can cause flu-like symptoms such as headaches and nausea. These symptoms are the result of the release of toxins from the body. Take one liter of clean drinking water with you to your bath - drink it gradually as you bathe.
You can add lemon to the water to help relieve nausea
Method 2 of 3: Preparing the Bath
Step 1. Choose the right time to take a bath
Prepare your bath on a day when you have at least 40 minutes of free time. Choose a time when you are relaxed and can focus on the bath and the process itself, rather than rushing somewhere or thinking about the upcoming business.
Step 2. Create a relaxing atmosphere
Turn off the lights and light candles if you like. You can also play relaxing music. Take a deep breath and exhale to bring the mind into a more relaxed state.
Step 3. Fill the tub with water
Use a chlorine filter whenever possible. Fill the water with hot water, however, remember that the water should not be too hot. Add Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate). Epsom salt baths help replenish magnesium levels in the body and fight hypertension. Sulfate flushes out toxins and helps in the formation of proteins in the tissues of the brain and joints.
- For children under 27 kilograms, add 1/2 cup to a standard bath.
- For children between 27 and 45 kilograms, add 1 glass to a standard bath.
- People over 45 kilograms need to add 2 cups or more to a standard bath.
Step 4. Add 1-2 cups of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)
Soda is known for its cleansing properties and has anti-fungal properties. It also makes the skin very soft.
Step 5. Add 1/4 cup of sea or Himalayan salt
These types of salt contain magnesium, potassium, calcium chloride and bromide, which help to replenish the reserves of minerals that are essential for skin metabolism.
- Magnesium is an essential element that helps fight stress and retains fluid in the body. Magnesium slows down skin aging and soothes the nervous system.
- Calcium effectively helps to retain water in the body, increases its circulation and strengthens bones and nails.
- Potassium energizes the body and helps balance the hydration of the skin.
- Bromides reduce muscle stiffness and relax them.
- Sodium is important for maintaining the balance of the lymphatic system (and this has a beneficial effect on the immune system).
Step 6. Add 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is rich in vitamins, minerals and various enzymes, making it one of the best ways to cleanse bacteria from your body and boost your immune system.
Step 7. Add aroma oils if desired
Some oils, such as lavender and ylang ylang, have medicinal properties. Tea tree and eucalyptus oils can aid in the detoxification process. For a regular bath, 20 drops of essential oil are enough.
- You can use fresh herbs if you like. Add mint, lavender flowers, chamomile, or any other scented herbs you like.
- You can add ginger to help flush out toxins. Ginger warms up the body, so be careful not to add too much. Depending on how sensitive your skin is, you can add anywhere from 1 tablespoon to 1/3 cup of ginger.
Step 8. Mix all the ingredients in the bath
You can do it with your feet. Baking soda and vinegar may react with bubbles when mixed.
It is not necessary to stir until all the salt crystals are dissolved
Method 3 of 3: Taking a bath
Step 1. Soak in the bath for 20-40 minutes
You can drink while taking a bath. Be sure to monitor your condition, make sure that the bath is not too hot.
- Drink water during the first 20 minutes in the bath.
- You will find that you start to sweat after a few minutes in the detox bath. This means your body gets rid of toxins.
- If you get too hot, add cool water. First of all, you need to feel comfortable.
Step 2. Relax
Meditation is a great way to calm your body during a detox bath. Breathe through your nose, relax your neck, face, arms and abdomen. Relax all parts of your body. Consciously let go of any tension in your body that you can feel - these simple exercises will help you relax while you are taking a bath.
- By closing the bathroom door, leave any unwanted thoughts outside. Let all anxiety and stress go away or dissolve.
- Imagine that all the toxins are released from your body, and instead of them the body is saturated with vitamins and beneficial nutrients.
Step 3. Get out of the bath slowly
Your body has worked hard and you may feel dizzy or weak. Plus, salts and oils make the bath slippery, so be careful.
Wrap yourself in a soft towel or blanket after taking a bath. Detoxification of the body will continue for a couple of hours after taking a bath
Step 4. Drink enough water
Every time after the body has got rid of toxins, it is necessary to restore the lost fluid. It is recommended that you drink up to one liter of extra water if you have taken a toxin bath before.
Step 5. After taking a bath, you can rub your body with a brush or loofah again
You can use your hands, a washcloth, or a commercially available natural bristle brush to do this. This can help the body continue to flush out toxins. Rub with long, gentle strokes towards your heart.
Staying relaxed throughout the day will help your body flush out toxins
Advice
- Do not eat before or immediately after taking a bath.
- Condition your hair and put on a shower cap or towel while you take a bath. Bath salt, like ocean salt, weakens and dries hair.
- After the bath, you can rinse off all the salt in the shower, but this is not necessary.
Warnings
- If you have diabetes, are pregnant, have cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure, consult your doctor before using this detoxification method.
- Make sure you are familiar with their properties before adding any additional ingredients. Some herbs can be harmful.