DIY Orange Bath Salts With Essential Oils

If store-bought bath soaks are out of your budget or filled with questionable ingredients, this DIY orange bath salts recipe is a total game-changer.

It’s easy to make, smells divine, and uses all-natural ingredients like Epsom salt, orange zest, and eucalyptus oil.

Plus, you can customize it to your skin’s needs or gift it in a cute jar—perfect for birthdays, self-care baskets, or fall gifting.

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Why You’ll Love This Citrus Bath Salt

Affordable: Just a few pantry and essential oil staples.
Customizable: Swap in different oils or zest for a unique twist.
Relaxing: Eucalyptus helps clear your sinuses and calm your mind.
Exfoliating: Orange zest adds natural brightening and gentle exfoliation.

How To Make DIY Orange Bath Salts At Home

This DIY takes just 5 minutes to whip up and makes enough for 2–3 baths.

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Ingredients

2 cups Epsom salt
Eucalyptus oil, about 10 drops (or lavender if you prefer)
2 tablespoons orange zest
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Instructions

Zest the citrus: Use a fine grater or zester to remove the outer layer of your orange and lemon.
Avoid the white part (pith)—it’s not fragrant.

Mix: In a clean bowl, combine the Epsom salt, citrus zest, and eucalyptus oil. Stir thoroughly.
Store: Transfer the mixture into a glass jar with an airtight lid.
Label it (optional): Add a cute handwritten label or tie with twine if gifting.

Storage Tip: This citrus bath salt doesn’t last long because of the fresh zest. Either make a single-use batch or store in the fridge for up to 1 week.

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Benefits of Orange Zest in Bath Salts

Natural source of vitamin C
Helps brighten skin tone
Adds a refreshing, invigorating scent
Gently exfoliates dull, dry skin

How to Use Your DIY Citrus Bath Soak

You can use this orange eucalyptus bath salt in several ways:

1. Full-body soak

Add 1/2 cup to your warm bath.
Soak for 15–20 minutes.
Rinse off and moisturize immediately after to lock in hydration.

2. Foot soak

Fill a basin with warm water and add 1/4 cup of the bath salts.
Soak your tired feet for 10–15 minutes.

3. Body or foot scrub

Add a splash of olive or coconut oil to a small scoop and gently exfoliate damp skin.
Perfect for elbows, knees, and feet.

After using this bath salt, make sure to moisturize your skin immediately to prevent drying.

Gift it!

These bath salts make a thoughtful handmade gift for:

Mother’s Day
Holiday gift baskets
Bridesmaids
Teacher appreciation
Fall-themed care packages

DIY tip: Package in a glass jar, add a ribbon, and print a cute label like “Citrus Soak for Stress Relief.”

Pro Tips & Variations

No eucalyptus oil? Use lavender, peppermint, or even sweet orange essential oil.
Add dried herbs like rosemary or lavender buds for extra aromatherapy.
Use Himalayan salt instead of Epsom for a different mineral profile.
Want it to look extra fancy? Add a dash of natural orange mica powder or dried calendula petals.

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Final Thoughts: DIY Orange Bath Salts

There you have it—a refreshing, zesty citrus bath soak that’s affordable, easy, and doubles as a beautiful handmade gift.

With the energizing scent of orange and calming benefits of eucalyptus, this is your next self-care night sorted.

Have you tried making your own bath salts?

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