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Bath Essentials for head to toe freshness

Caring for your body creates beautiful rewards. So, keep a selection of bath products on hand to maintain your skin from head to toe on a daily basis.

The time of the day and even the time of year will affect what you like using, so why not take the opportunity to try different products, adding the ones you particularly like to those you already know well.

Soaps and Cleansing Bars

This is a both affordable and effective way of cleansing your body daily. Most people can use ordinary soaps and cleansing bars without any problems.

However if you find that the ones you are using are too drying, opt for ones that contain moisturizers or other pH balanced varieties to minimize the drying effect.

Shower Gels and Bubble Baths

These are mild detergents that help cleanse your body while you soak in water. There are hundreds of varieties to choose from, including those containing a host of additives, ranging from herbs to essential oils.

They also come in 2-in-1 formulations which contain moisturizers to help sooth and nourish dry and sensitive skin.

Body Scrubs

They come in a variety of forms including, sugar scrubs, salt scrubs, nut scrubs and more. Using a body scrub is a quick easy way to exfoliate the skin to combat dullness, spots and flaky patches.

They work by removing dead skin cells from the surface of the body to reveal younger and fresher cells that are hidden underneath. The process also stimulates the circulation of blood in the skin tissue, giving it a rosy glow.

Sponges and Wash Clothes

These are useful for lathering up soaps and gels on the body. They also play an active part in exfoliating and dislodging dirt from the body. Natural sponges which include loafers are a longer lasting alternative to sponges made of synthetic material.

Bath Oils

These are a great addition for those with dry skin. They float on the surface of the water while you take your bath and cover the entire body with a fine film of oil when you step out of the bath. Many bath oils come containing fragrance but as an alternative, you can use a few drops of any vegetable oil such as olive or almond oil instead.

Bath Salts

Usually made from sodium carbonate, these are particularly useful for softening hard water, and for preventing your skin from becoming too dry. Combined with warm water, they are a great way to soothe away muscle ache and pain.