Soak up better health

The right type of bath has serious benefits for your body and mind, like rejuvenating your muscles and taming any chaotic thoughts, experts say. Here’s how to create a luxurious, healing oasis.

TEXT MARA SANTILLI

Time it right Take your detox bath before bedtime. “Your body does intense regeneration while you’re sleeping,” says Michelle Rogers, a naturopathic practitioner in Portland, Oregon. “A detox bath fuels the process by loosening up your muscles, boosting circulation, and raising your body temperature, which helps the immune system fight bugs.” Plus, warm water may help you drift off later. Bring the heat Close your bathroom door before drawing your detox bath, and make the water hot (37 deg C to 39 deg C, or jacuzzi-level heat). “Research has shown that sweating can help regulate the skin’s microbiome,” Michelle says. “This prevents harmful bacteria from entering the pores.” Now add a bath blend Epsom salts in the water will ease muscle aches. Also add an essential oil, which helps kick off the detox process in…

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