Homemade Shower Vapor Melts

When cold and flu season hits, finding home remedies can provide comfort and relief. Shower vapor melts are a simple yet effective solution, combining the benefits of essential oils and menthol to help clear sinuses and soothe symptoms. Let's walk through how to make your own shower vapor melts at home, using ingredients that are both effective and safe.

What Are Shower Vapor Melts?

Shower vapor melts are small, solid tablets designed to dissolve in the shower, releasing soothing aromas and wellness benefits into the steam. They work best in a steaming shower environment, allowing you to breathe in their beneficial scents while enjoying the warmth of the water.

Ingredients and Benefits

Baking Soda: Acts as a base and helps to bind the mixture.
Sea Salt or Epsom Salt: Adds mineral benefits and enhances the dissolving properties.
Eucalyptus Oil: Known for its ability to open airways and relieve congestion.
Peppermint Oil: Provides a cooling effect and helps to clear sinuses.
Lavender Oil: Soothes and calms, promoting relaxation.
Rosemary Oil: Offers respiratory support and enhances alertness.
Lemon Oil: Adds a fresh scent and uplifts the mood.
Menthol Crystals (optional but I love these): Intensify the cooling and soothing effects, particularly beneficial for muscle tension.

Soothing Shower Melt Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup sea salt or Epsom salt
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 20 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
  • 20 drops Peppermint Essential Oil or Spearmint Essential Oil
  • 20 drops Lavender Essential Oil
  • 20 drops Rosemary Essential Oil
  • 20 drops Lemon Essential Oil
  • 1 teaspoon powdered Menthol Crystals (again optional)

Instructions

Mix the Dry Ingredients Together: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the baking soda and salt. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Add the Water: Slowly add small amounts of water into the mixture. Start with one teaspoon; adding more as you go, mix together until you reach a consistency similar to wet sand. The mixture should maintain its integrity without falling apart when shaped into a ball in your hand. Avoid adding too much water to prevent the melts from dissolving too quickly in the shower.

Add the Essential Oils and Menthol: Add the essential oils and menthol to the mixture. Stir well to ensure even distribution. For the menthol crystals, you will need to crush them into powder.

Mold the Mixture: Firmly press the mixture into silicone molds.

Dry the Vapor Melts: Let the molds sit for at least 24 hours (48 hours is better) until they are fully hardened.

Store the Melts: Once dry, carefully remove the melts from the molds and store them in an airtight container away from moisture and light. This recipe yields about 36 shower vapor melts.

How to Use Shower Vapor Melts

Placement: Place 1 to 2 melts just outside of the direct shower stream on the floor. I put mine off to the side of the drain.
Enjoy: As the water hits the melts, they will dissolve and release this wonderful scent into the steam, providing a refreshing and soothing experience.

Customization and Tips

Customize Scents: Feel free to experiment with different essential oils. For a calming shower, try lavender and chamomile. For an invigorating experience, citrus oils can be uplifting.
Gift Idea: These shower vapor melts make excellent gifts, especially during cold and flu season. Consider packaging them in a decorative jar with a label.

Conclusion

These shower vapor melts are a fantastic way to elevate your shower experience, especially during cold and flu season. With just a few natural ingredients, you can create soothing vapor melts that help clear congestion and promote relaxation, providing comfort when you need it most.

Enjoy your homemade aromatherapy!