Our bath tub and delicious smelly candles! (photo by Peter)
The Greeks and the Romans used to infuse their bath water with lavender because of the scent and its therapeutic properties.
The popularity of lavender has continued to present day and it is often advised to put a drop of lavender oil into your pillowcase to get a calming night sleep.
Below is an easy to follow recipe for a lavender bath for you to try.
Lavender Bath Recipe
Use a cotton handkerchief (man-size is the best one to use) or a muslin cloth.
Place 1/4 cup of dried lavender flowers in the centre of the fabric and gather the corners together and tie them securely with a little ribbon.
Tie the end of the ribbon just below the spout of the tap or faucet, ensuring that the water runs through the lavender blooms as the water fills the tub.
Have a calming warm bath, not hot.
Enjoy!