How-to Make Sinus Headache Bath Salts

As I've gotten older, I've finally had to face a reality. A worrisome and annoying reality.  I have allergy and sinus problems as the seasons change.  There! I said it!  It's not something I've been willing to admit in the last few years, but last week...wow, last week was a test of all my strength to keep things moving while I suffered through allergies and sinus headache after sinus headache. 

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So for all of you out there who feel the wrath of allergies and the dreaded sinus headache, who use a neti pot and feel it work like a charm but end up with sores in your nose from the solution, or those who just CAN'T stand to spray things in your nose...here's what I came up with:

2-3 Cups     Epsom Salt

1/3 Cup       Peppermint Leaves

1/3 Cup       Spearmint Leaves

40 Drops    Peppermint Essential Oil

20 Drops    Eucalyptus Oil

Ingredients:

Equipment:

Glass or Stainless Bowl

Glass Jar w/ Top

Scoop or Spoon

Measuring cup  

Plastic Pipettes

Directions: 

Ground leaves and add to the salt.

Add oils and mix very well.

Store in a cool dark place in the glass jar with top.

To Use:

Scoop 1/4 to 1/3 of a cup into a bath under running water.

Alternately, get a towel and large bowl and fill with  piping hot water--or hot enough to make steam for 10-15min. Scoop 1/4 cup of salt into the bowl, lean over the bowl with the towel over your head (to trap steam). Breath deeply.