Bath, a ritual of beauty and wellness.

Did you know that bathroom , besides being a habit of hygiene, can be transformed into a true beauty ritual? not to mention the well-being it brings to the whole body and its ability to restore the energy and improve their mood?

Since the Romans, the baths are associated with pleasure and health. they gave much importance to the baths in all the conquered territories, even in the most remote, the concern to build spa was so great as to erect temples and make roads.

This habit was spread among other peoples, so much so that we know the famous milk baths, herbs and essences of Cleopatra, known for her beauty, intelligence and charm. movies that portray this time show the great warriors, bathing and addressing issues relevant to new battles and conquests, in their steaming and fragrant "tubs" bath.

If we are talking about the historical aspect of the bath, let's take a long time, but we can not forget the goat milk baths Michel Jackson, to lighten their skin.

Finally, the bath is much more than hygiene. well, come with me and know this special tips that can make a simple bath, a real ritual of pleasure, beauty and health.

Temperature - is the shower or bath immersion, should never be too hot, it dries the skin and cause or aggravate varicose veins and cellulite. those with lung problems should stay away from hot baths. the warm bath is indicated. morning, the bath should be more to cold, to wake up the muscles and prepare the body for a busy day. the bath at night may be more to warm to relax and prepare the body for a nice sleep.

Cold shower - to enter into the tissues, where cold bath. if you have a showerhead manual, contact your jet circular motion around the body. start in the neck, shoulders, back, chest, belly and finally, legs and arms. if you do not stand the cold shower full, try a shower at least in part, starting with the feet, legs and joelhose then make your way back toward your feet.

Hot and cold - in the shower, alternate hot and cold water, heat shock activates circulation.

Bath of emergence - to make the most lasting effect of a bath, going out, wrap in a towel or a bathrobe use, without rinsing the body. to use a moisturizer, pass it through the body still wet.

Tone - in the shower, vigorously rub the skin with a natural loofah to tone muscles and reactivate blood circulation. do the same back, with long-handled brush.

Cream - before entering the shower, wipe the face and neck a good layer of nourishing cream.steam facilitates the penetration of the cream on the skin and enhances its effect both on the face on the body.

Herbal Baths

Before a party, after a test in school, a job difficult, exhausting and stressful one day, a bath is always soothing. especially if they know how to use the therapeutic properties of herbs and flowers, which are found in pharmacies or health food stores and in homes of herbs.

Just make an infusion with 3 tablespoons of herb or flower chosen in two cups of water. bring the water to boil, boil the herb or flower added. turn off heat, stifling rest for 10 minutes, strain and add the bath water.

The flowers began to participate in the composition of cosmetics due to its moisturizing, softening, soothing and nourishing. thus, are present in soaps, shampoos, creams and foams, are produced with oil taken from the seed or flower petals.

Know the effects of some one magical moment of relaxation and replenishment of energy.

Rosemary - has the same properties of chamomile, gives new life to tired body after a day's work.

Lavender - was already used by the Romans in baths and massages. relaxed and softly scented, lavender has antiseptic properties, ideal for skin with acne. may add to the bath a few drops of sweet almond oil. is an excellent moisturizer.

Chamomile - has been used for over 4000 years in cosmetics to lighten skin and hair. pleasantly calming, it helps to do a thorough cleaning of the skin. is used after waxing, for combating skin redness. a bag of chamomile flowers in hot bath reduces fatigue and swelling of the legs.moisten two cotton balls in the water bath and place them over your eyes, it will be clear and bright.

Eucalyptus leaves - is powerful energizing, ie gives an enviable disposition. try making a tea with eucalyptus leaves, strain it and pour it in bath

Hamamelis - because of their astringent characteristics, is used in products for cleansing the skin and also for combating the greasy hair. have anti-inflammatory and bactericide.

Orange blossom - gives a delicious sense of coolness and rest. action is invigorating, ideal for dry skin and hair. the orange blossom is astringent and closes the pores excessively dilated.

Mint - tones muscles and renew your energy. softens the skin and has a deodorant effect.

Jasmine - acts as a tranquilizer for dry and sensitive skin. a bathroom with products based on Jasmine helps to relax.

Melissa - provides a relaxing bath and fragrant. before bed, a bathroom with melissa ensures a peaceful sleep.

Orchid - its oil is used to soften and moisturize the skin.

Rosa - rich in vitamin c, is antiseptic, tonic, astringent and softening. rose water is used for washing oily hair.

Salt - highly relaxing may be added to the bath, which must be warm.

Sage - Herb of anti-inflammatory effect, helps fight blackheads and pimples. is especially recommended for those with oily skin.

Lotion after bathing - mix equal parts of witch hazel extract and mineral water and save me a glass esterilisado and tightly closed. Use daily after bath to soften skin.

Bath to restore the energy - make a tea with 200 grams of lavender flowers in 3 liters of water.

Boil water, add the herbs and simmer for 3 minutes. remove from heat, cover for 10 minutes, strain and add to bathwater. be 10 minutes "sauce", after that you will be full of energy and mood.

Bath to relax - after a day stressful or anger before bed, to have a more restorative sleep, put 15-20 drops of essential oil of orange flowers in a hot tub, "soak" for a 10 minutes.

* Who do not have a bath, you can make use of these baths, preparing them in advance, placing them in a container. after the shower, rinse it with one of these baths. to wrap a towel and leave to dry naturally.