Even though hot showers are already calming and pleasant, you can make yours seem like an opulent spa.
All you need is a basic wooden clothespin and an essential oil. Suddenly, taking a morning shower can help you feel happier, more alert, and more in control.
Additionally, taking a shower before bed can help you de-stress and unwind so that you can sleep better. The best part is that the preparation for this trick just takes a few minutes.
The Clothespin Essential Oil Shower Hack
You will need:
- Wooden clothespin (plastic won’t work)
- Your favorite essential oil scent
Directions:
1. Pick your oil
Not all essential oil brands are equal. Look for high-quality products that contain only plant compounds with no additives or synthetic oils. Research the brand before buying to ensure their products have a good reputation. Here are some scent suggestions:
- Lavender is a popular, subtly floral scent that can aid with sleep and relaxation.
- Roman chamomile is also calming with a lightly floral and herbal smell.
- Rose can help with anxiety and its scent may be familiar to those new to essential oils.
- Vetiver has a smoky, woody, sweet scent to relax the body and boost moods.
- Citrus oils, like orange, grapefruit, and lemon, can give a shower a fresh and energizing feeling.
- Any essential oil that smells pleasant to you. You can also use a combination of two or three smells.
2. Apply the oil
The clothespin has to be wooden so it can soak in the oil. Simply place a few drops of oil onto either side of the clothespin. You don’t need to drench it since you will eventually have to reapply the oil anyway, depending on how often the shower is used.
3. Clip it to your showerhead
Next, clip the clothespin to the top edge of your showerhead where it won’t get wet. Instead, the steam of the hot water will release the scent into your shower, like a diffuser. If the pin won’t fit on your showerhead, clip it onto your shower curtain or any other area where the steam will reach it but the water won’t.
4. Enjoy heavenly aroma
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