Milk and Oatmeal Ain't Just For Breakfast Anymore

Good Night All! I am writing this just 15 minutes before the New Year comes in. I am going to write briefly on Milk and Oatmeal Baths.

Milk baths have had their place in history from Egypt to Russia. Cleopatra is noted for her milk and honey baths. Poppea (Roman) and Catherine the Great to Pauline, Napoleon's sister, to the reign of Charles II nobility has fought aging tooth and nail. Milk has lactic acid which breaks down dead skin cells and allows new cells to appear quicker. Bathing in goat's milk may even alleviate arthritis pain.

For those who suffer from dry eczema to dry skin an oatmeal milk bath could provide wondrous relief. The gentle exfoliation of the powdered oats and Dead Sea salts will lift away dry and dead skin cells. The milk (goat's milk preferably) will help to break down the dead skins cells to be sloughed away in your bath. For those who don't have any nut allergies, almond meal would be a nice addition due to almonds being a natural moisturizer.

The following are additives that could make your bath a better experience..

Cornstarch - A natural healing agent that can soothe dry cracked skin.
Vitamin E - A natural moisturizer and skin repair agent.
Patchouli - Skin healing properties
Chamomile - Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic (pain reliever), Eczema reliever
Peppermint (not for use during pregnancy) - Anti-inflammatory, Circulation Stimulant
Geranium (not for use during pregnancy) - Calming, Anti-inflammatory
Bergamot - Eczema relief
Jasmine - Eczema relief
Lavender -  Eczema relief
Sandalwood - Eczema relief

These essential oils have many more uses but I have just listed a few.

*As some may already know check the expiration date on the package for milk before adding it to your bath. Also, as the consumer the onus is on you to make sure that you are educated about the ingredients and possible side effects.

Thank you for following me this year. Please continue with me on my adventures in 2013. Peace and love.