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DIY Herbal Shower Steamer Recipe

DIY Herbal Shower Steamer Recipe with peppermint, eucalyptus, cedar, and pine. Learn how to make aromatherapy steamers for winter wellness and clear breathing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Wait Time 1 day
Servings 24 shower steamers

Equipment

  • 1 silicone mold

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups baking soda
  • 3/4 cup citric acid
  • 1/2 cup epsom salt
  • 40 drops peppermint essential oil
  • 40 drops eucalyptus essential oil
  • 1 tsp coconut oil melted

Instructions
 

  • Mix the dry ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the baking soda, citric acid, and Epsom salt. Break up any lumps so everything is smooth.

  • Add the essential oils and coconut oil

    Stir the melted coconut oil together with the peppermint and eucalyptus. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the aromatherapy scent.

  • Lightly moisten with witch hazel

    Spritz lightly while stirring continuously. Stop when the mixture holds together like damp sand when squeezed. Avoid over-spraying so you don’t activate the fizz. See below for troubleshooting. I found that about 30-40 light sprays works best for me.

  • Press into molds

    Add a few pieces of cedar or eucaplyptus to each mold cavity. Firmly press the mixture into the molds using your fingers or the back of a spoon.

  • Let them dry completely

    Allow the steamers to dry for 12-24 hours for best results.
  • Once hardened, remove them from the molds and store them in an airtight container to preserve the scent. Store shower steamers in an airtight jar away from humidity. Use within 3–4 months for the strongest scent.

Notes

  • If steamers crumble after drying, the mixture was too dry; add extra spritzes of witch hazel next time.
  • If they fizz in the bowl while mixing, too much liquid was added. Add more dry mixture and stir gently.
  • If the scent seems faint, increase the essential oils slightly to your preference. You can also experiment with adding menthol crystals.
  • If they stick to the molds, allow more drying time before removing.