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| Coffee filters also work too. Put a handful into the filter and tie it closed with a ribbon and give as gifts. Don't forget to attach instructions! |
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| Using an infusion *Mix your infusion. *Find a little muslin tea bag (If you buy the book, it comes with one.) This is your tub tea bag and you won't want to lose it. *Fill the bag about 3/4 full with the infusion of your choice. *Tie the bag closed, then drop it in the tub while it fills with hot water. *Once in the tub, you can squeeze the bad to help release the scent. *After yoru bath, throw away the contents of the bag, turn the bag inside out and rinse it well. Hang it up to dry until you're ready to use it again. |
| Herbal infusion You can use one herb, or combine several to make your personal blend. Fresh herbs are always best, but dried herbs also work fine. Handful rosemary and/or sage Put the herbs in your bad and follor the directions for using an infusion. |
| Lavender oat infusion This recipe makes enough for several infusions. Store the leftovers in a cool dry place. After the bag has soaked in the tub for a few minutes, wipe it over your skin like a washcloth to get the full softening benefits of the oats. Look for dried lavender flowers in natural food stores or bath shops. If you can't find them, just add a few drops of lavender essential oil. 1 cup uncooked oatmeal 1 cup dried lavender blossoms COmbine the two ingredients and store in an airtight jar until you're ready to use. Then scoop some of the mixture into your bag and follow the basic instructions for an infusion. |
| Lemon mint infusion This is an especially refreshing summer infusion 1/2 lemon, sliced a handful fresh or dried mint Put the mint and lemon in your tea bag and follor the directions for using an infusion. |
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