The herbs listed below may be purchased in dried form at your local natural or health-food store, where you can also find their essential oils.
Stimulating Herbs
• Basil leaves
• Bay leaves
• Calendula flowers
• Peppermint leaves
• Rosemary leaves
• Sage leaves
• Thyme herb
Soothing Herbs
• Chamomile flowers
• Evening primrose flowers
• Jasmine flowers
• Lavender flowers
• Lemon balm leaves
• Rose flowers
• Valerian root
Herbs to Relieve Congestion
• Eucalyptus leaves
• Frankincense gum resin
• Gingerroot
Herbs to Soothe Aching Joints
• Agrimony herb
• Burdock root
• Chamomile flowers
• Mugwort herb
• Sage leaves
• Strawberry leaves
Relaxing Bath Oil
• 8 drops lavender essential oil
• 8 drops chamomile essential oil
• 2 teaspoons castor oil
1. Blend the oils gently.
2. Add the mixture to the bathwater after you’ve soaked for several minutes.