Lavender Milk Bath

Queen Cleopatra is said to have taken frequent milk baths to keep her skin beautiful, and her body healthy. The benefits to a milk bath are numerous.

• Intense hydration - fat proteins in milk replenish the skin's natural moisture, leaving it soft and supple.

• Gentle exfoliation - lactic acid, which is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA), breaks down dead skin cells for smoother, brighter skin.

• Anti-inflammatory effects - nutrients like zinc and vitamin D found in milk can help reduce skin inflammation.

• Irritated skin soother - milk baths can calm irritated skin, offering relief from eczema, psoriasis, and dry, itchy, or sunburned skin.

• Anti-aging support - Regular use can help improve skin's elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

• Relaxation and reduction of stress

The addition of lavender to a milk bath increases the benefits, providing deep relaxation, soothing muscles and joints due to its anti-inflammatory properties. It reduces anxiety, and it significantly improves sleep quality. Aromatic lavender oil and botanicals help to lower blood pressure and heart rates, and is also antibacterial, while soothing and moisturizing the skin and calming minor skin irritations.

Milk baths are best when they are warm, but not too hot, in order to reduce further drying of the skin. While longer soaks are always nice, 15-20 minutes is enough time to reap the benefits. Give yourself a good rinse following the milk bath and apply lotion right away to help lock in the moisture your skin has absorbed.

Milk baths are quite safe for all, but anyone with a severe dairy allergy should consult a physician before bathing in milk.

*The 24oz bags come with a wooden Tablespoon and a stainless-steel strainer, the 5.33oz bags are not offered with these accessories. The spoon and the strainer may be purchased separately in the gift shop.