Relaxed through Advent
What a wonderful Christmas season! Quiet hours and relaxation on the couch are just as much a part of Advent as mulled wine, Christmas baking, and gift shopping. By candlelight and wrapped up in a warm wool blanket, you can truly enjoy the cold season. Transform your home into a wellness oasis and use the fragrant herbs from your kitchen for face masks, steam baths, and massage oils. Because herbal plants have a lot to offer! Here are 5 small, herbal DIY instructions for winter wellness hours at home:
1. Bath salt made from lavender blossoms, rose petals and coarse-grained sea salt
Out and about in the cold, shopping bags on your arm;
Quickly jump into the tub, it will warm you up!
Fresh: Pinch off a few shoots from the plant and place a bunch of fresh lavender in a pot of water. Bring to a boil briefly, then let it steep for half an hour. In the meantime, run the bath water. Before getting in, carefully fish out the shoots and pour the resulting lavender water into the tub, stirring briefly by hand. Your bathing dream is complete!
Dried: If you've already dried the lavender , you can easily make beautiful bath salts. To make them, mix coarse sea salt with the dried lavender . Rose petals are a real treat for a splash of color and a special fragrance! Stir together, sprinkle into the bathwater, and relax!
2. Lavender massage oil
The day was long, my back hurts,
A soothing massage would be the idea!
Oh yes! Lavender can also be used as a massage oil. It's quite simple to make, but the effects are soothing and long-lasting. The scent of lavender is extremely calming! It's the perfect recipe for a relaxing evening after work.
Here's how: Massage oil can also be made from both fresh herbs and dried lavender. It's important to make sure the jar or bottle is airtight. Fill the container about one-third full with lavender and then top it up with cold-pressed vegetable oil.
Make sure the plant is completely covered with oil, otherwise mold can quickly form. Now it's time to store it in a warm place for 6-8 weeks. The massage oil is then ready and can be filtered through a clean cloth (e.g., a tea towel or linen cloth). We wish you a good massage and lots of relaxation!
Little tip: If you don't have a masseur on hand, the oil can also be applied as body oil after showering.
3. Rosemary Anti-Aging Facial Toner
Warm smile, firm skin,
Oh, lovely maiden, you beautiful bride!
The reason is her evening appointment
with firming rosemary.
Rosemary has many faces. We think rosemary is generally underrated! This plant from the mint family has a lot to offer. In wellness products and body care, rosemary is primarily known as a firming tonic .
Here's how: You can easily make this facial toner yourself. Simply snip off a few shoots from the plant and boil them on the stove with 1 liter of water.
After boiling, let it steep for another 10-15 minutes, then filter through a clean cloth (dish towel, linen cloth). Pour the brew into a clean container, such as a preserving jar, and seal it after it has cooled.
Application: Apply rosemary water to your face with a cotton pad in the morning and evening and wave goodbye to wrinkles!
4. Parsley face mask for oily skin
The antidote is hereby presented.
A mask is lightly applied
and your skin is perfectly cared for!
Who hasn't experienced this? Everyday life is in full swing, and you arrive home in the evening feeling stressed and worn out. One thing is quickly needed: relaxation – also for your skin! Simply chop fresh parsley and mix it with a little olive oil and yogurt to form a creamy mixture. The parsley tightens and cleanses the pores, and the yogurt provides a refreshing coolness to the skin. All in all, a thoroughly soothing experience! After 15 minutes, rinse with warm water and follow with rosemary water. We've tried it and guarantee: You'll feel reborn!
5. Peppermint hair rinse
Is your hair brittle and dry?
Then the conditioner is guaranteed to knock your socks off.
Made from herbs, easy and uncomplicated
Natural freshness is simply massaged in!
Mint has an invigorating effect! Not only does the scent refresh, but hair also readily absorbs the natural active ingredients, leaving it feeling strengthened and refreshed! Mint is also said to be great for fighting dandruff and soothing the scalp.
Preparation: Pinch off a few shoots and leaves from the plant and bring them to a boil in a small pot of water on the stove. This essentially makes tea. After boiling, let it steep for 10-15 minutes, then filter through a clean cloth (dish towel, linen cloth). Let the brew cool and later pour it into a washed-out old shampoo container or a bottle.
Gift wrapped
If you're still looking for small Christmas gifts, our 5 wellness products are also a great choice. The bath salts and facial care products, in particular, are quick to make and don't require a rest period of several weeks. The right packaging and attractive labels liven up the products, allowing them to be personalized. Mason jars and preserving jars are ideal, but old shampoo containers or jam jars can also be recycled. Cleaned and relabeled, you can easily create unique little gifts. Let your creativity run wild and let it all flow!
A quick tip: You should be careful with the anti-aging facial toner. It could be misunderstood under the Christmas tree...
