Rating of the best bath fragrances for 2020

The traditional Russian steam room is strong with its indescribable and unforgettable bath spirit. Hot steamed linden wood and a birch broom create a fabulous atmosphere. But what if the lining is not fake, the bathhouse is old, all already evaporated and washed for decades, and the spirit itself has faded over the years. How to restore the status quo? Don't start building a new bathhouse. There is such an interesting thing as bath fragrances. Will they help restore the spicy atmosphere of the steam room? Let's try to figure it out.

Selection rules

Many flavors have the same beneficial properties. How to choose products? It is important to consider the purpose of use. For example, eucalyptus is suitable for treating the respiratory system and air disinfection. Mint is also used for the same purposes.

The ether can contain up to 500 valuable substances that are found in many plants. Therefore, when choosing a product, you need to take these features into account and not purchase a product with the same beneficial properties.

What should you pay attention to first? You need to look at the way it is made. It is important to pay attention to the composition. Only natural remedies will be useful. Therefore, artificial substitutes should be avoided. You shouldn't skimp on your health.

The selection criteria include tolerance to volatile components. If inhaled or in contact with skin, they may cause allergies. To find out whether the product is suitable or not, you should apply a small amount on your wrist. If there is no redness or discomfort, then the product is suitable.

It is important to consider that for some ailments you cannot use essential oils. The product should not be used if:

• bronchial asthma;
• epilepsy;
• coronary heart disease;
• inflammation of internal organs;
• infectious and viral diseases.

Errors in selection can lead to negative reactions. It is important that the product has a pleasant smell and does not cause a negative reaction.

What do you need for aromatherapy?

In order for not only the pleasant smells of wood and stove to fill the sauna, first of all it is worth considering all the possibilities for filling the steam room with a new aroma. Firstly, you can rinse the walls and ceiling of the steam room with a decoction of plants: various essential oils are used for this. Secondly, various herbal infusions can be splashed onto the hot stones of the stove, which will produce steam with an aroma. In addition, some Finnish stoves have a container for oils, which makes them even more attractive to buyers. In addition, you can buy an aroma lamp with a heating element protected from moisture and safe for steam rooms, or use a specific evaporator. For an even brighter aromatic effect, you can steam the broom in various aromatic decoctions.

Types of flavors

Elevated temperature and humidity have a profound effect on human physiology. In the bath, pressure increases, blood flow accelerates, skin pores open, and metabolism accelerates. Flavoring only improves the effect. The procedure becomes even more enjoyable.

The classic aroma in a Russian bath is the smell of a steamed birch broom, an oak block, or a linden plank. There are also other types of products suitable for baths. This is the aroma of mint, eucalyptus, rosemary, oregano. Essential oils have positive effects:

1. Lavender has a relaxing effect. It inhibits phasomotor functions. Natural lavender oil quickly restores the skin.
2. Esters of tall conifers: spruce, pine, fir. They strengthen the immune system and protect the body from respiratory infections. These scents are still very pleasant.
3. Almond based products. They improve skin tone and increase its elasticity. They are used to prepare massage mixtures.
4. The citrus flavor is fresh and spicy. Allows you to restore strength. Lemon, orange, and grapefruit oils lift your spirits.
5. Grape seed ether. This is another suitable bath remedy. It is used for the prevention and treatment of cellulite.

The stores have a lot of Russian-made products, which are no worse than foreign ones. What other oils are there? According to their effects on the body, they can be:

1. Exciting. These include geranium, jasmine, and lime oils.
2. Calming. These are mint, tangerine, and ylang-ylang oils.
3. Disinfectants. Eucalyptus, chamomile, and cedar oils have this property.
4. Expectorants. These are anise, ginger, marjoram oils.

If you look at the description of flavorings, you can see that many of them are created on the basis of an aqueous or alcohol solution, as well as with a low concentration of the active ingredient. You should not refuse such products. In this case, the product can be used in a more dosed manner.

A separate category includes artificial products. They are made on the basis of synthetic aromatic esters. This is a fragrant type of product, but experts do not recommend using it.

Products may have a hygienic certificate for compliance with standards. It is important to consider that this is not yet a guarantee of a safe composition. Flavorings may contain impurities - acetone, benzene and other active solvents. They should be used carefully in the bath.

Aromatherapy in the bath: choosing the right scents

Having understood all the intricacies of using baths, we will learn to select the aroma to suit your mood and for the expected therapeutic effect.

For the soul

• Bergamot and cloves will help get rid of despondency and bad mood. The scents will charge you with positive emotions and give you energy and strength.
• Coniferous oils will relieve tension and eliminate excessive nervousness.
• Coriander and neroli will not leave a trace of drowsiness and lethargy. And... will have a positive effect on sexual activity.
• Chinese lemongrass will put frayed nerves in order and bring back bright colors to life.
• Grapefruit is recommended for those who do not know how to eat. The essential oil of this plant reduces appetite, helping to quickly and effectively lose weight.
• Orange and geranium - these oils affect our body in much the same way as chocolate and the notorious endorphins that it contains. Namely, these aromatic substances give a good mood, increase performance, and restore physical strength.

For body

If we are talking not just about a bad mood or loss of strength, but about a real illness, think about diversifying aromatherapy with essential oils of such plants:

• Skin diseases . Sage, nettle, valerian, aloe, and chamomile oils are perfect.
• Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and digestive organs . Oils of celandine, linden, rosehip, aloe, and horsetail will help.
• Ailments of the nervous system will be cured by oils of eleutherococcus, wormwood, and ginseng root.

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The cheapest

Even if the products are inexpensive, this does not mean that they are of poor quality. They are great for relaxation. As customer reviews testify, such products are wonderfully soothing and restore psychological well-being.

Elfarma/Orange

The rating opens with a fragrant essential product. It is sold in a 10 ml glass bottle. The ether helps ease breathing and relieve tension. It has a powerful relaxing effect.

The product strengthens the immune system, eliminates headaches, and improves overall well-being. According to customer reviews, this oil has a pleasant, not pungent aroma.

Elfarma/Orange

Advantages:

• economical consumption;
• relaxing property;
• pleasant aroma.

Flaws:

• not detected.

PROFFI/"Fir"

This flavor continues the rating. If you are interested in budget funds, then the products of this company will be the best choice. It costs about 130 rubles, and the volume is 500 ml. The composition contains water and fir ether.

Aromatizer for baths and saunas provides a relaxing effect. It will make the procedures much more enjoyable. The product itself is in a plastic elongated package.

PROFFI/"Fir"

Advantages:

• nice smell;
• natural composition;
• powerful relaxing effect;
• affordable price.

Flaws:

• not found.

Rainbow of Scents/Lavender

This tool also has its own characteristics. It serves as a treatment for sensitive, tired skin. The product has a refreshing, renewing and restorative effect. It normalizes sebaceous secretion. Even if the product is used for a bath, it has a positive effect.

1 bottle contains 10 ml. facilities. And it is placed in a cardboard box. The ether is conveniently and quite economically dosed.

Rainbow of Scents/Lavender

Advantages:

• skin restoration;
• pleasant aroma;
• economical consumption.

Flaws:

• none.

GEN PODAROK/Orange

According to buyers, this is an effective product that has a pleasant aroma. A trip to a bathhouse or sauna will be much healthier if you take orange ether. It is also ideal for the bathroom.

Ether improves metabolism, strengthens the immune system, and creates a favorable atmosphere for restoring psychological health. Products in a plastic bottle are used very economically. Although it only contains 100 ml of liquid.

GEN PODAROK/Orange

Advantages:

• nice smell;
• efficiency;
• benefit;
• strengthening the immune system.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Belkosmex/with eucalyptus

The phytoconcentrate contains not only eucalyptus ether, but also plant extracts. Therefore, it is fragrant, which means it is great for bath procedures. The products fill the space with a pleasant aroma, provide toning and strengthening. Extracts of calendula and linden soothe the skin and moisturize it.

The composition also contains sage extract, which has an antioxidant effect. It neutralizes the destructive effects of negative factors and strengthens the protective properties of the skin. The volume is 200 ml, which is enough for a long time.

Belkosmex/with eucalyptus

Advantages:

• rich composition;
• large volume;
• nice smell;
• complex impact.

Flaws:

• not found.

This is a rating of high-quality and inexpensive flavors. All products presented are ideal for bath procedures. You just need to choose a pleasant aroma.

Middle price segment

Where is the best place to buy such goods? Almost all products can be ordered online. It is found in cosmetic stores and pharmacies.

Rainbow of Fragrances/Verbena

Ether is sold in dark glass jars of 10 ml, which are placed in cardboard boxes. The total weight of the product is 43 g.

The fragrance rejuvenates the skin and makes it toned. It is used not only in the bath, but also during massage to warm up muscles and improve the elasticity of problem areas. Verbena essential oil restores tissue from bruises and hematomas.

Rainbow of Fragrances/Verbena

Advantages:

• pleasant aroma;
• economical consumption;
• Benefit for health.

Flaws:

• not detected.

The bathhouse attracts everyone/"Citrus cocktail"

It contains 3 oils - grapefruit, lemon and orange. The ether tones, improves mood, relieves depression and anxiety. Thanks to the aromatized steam, skin breathing improves and pores are cleansed. The procedures provide detoxification and rejuvenation of skin cells.

The cocktail is very easy to use: add 5-7 drops of ether to a ladle of water. The mixture is used to sprinkle wooden benches and walls. The cocktail volume is 10 ml.

The bathhouse attracts everyone/"Citrus cocktail"

Advantages:

• presence of 3 oils;
• pleasant citrus aroma;
• economical consumption.

Flaws:

• not found.

Live/"Citrus"

This is a set of flavors. Each bottle contains 250 ml. The concentrate is presented in the form of a water-soluble white emulsion. Contains natural essential oils. The concentrate is suitable not only for baths, but also for saunas and baths.

The product can be diluted with water if desired. The product is not considered flammable, explosive or toxic. It is ideal for regular use.

Live/"Citrus"

Advantages:

• natural composition;
• versatility;
• efficiency.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Queen fair/"Lotus and bamboo"

The composition of aromatic oils is considered absolutely natural. It contains plant extracts that have a positive effect on the human body.

The mixture is used in the standard way, there are no additions. The dark bottle contains 10 ml, and the weight of the product with packaging is 44 g.

Queen fair/"Lotus and bamboo"

Advantages:

• natural composition;
• easy to use;
• economical consumption.

Flaws:

• none.

My Needles/Fir

Natural ether is used in various ways, including for baths. It allows you to relieve fatigue and improve activity. Fir has antiseptic, immunostimulant, and analgesic properties. It can be used for influenza, ARVI, porridge.

Bath procedures with fir are useful for pain, swelling, and radiculitis. They reduce blood pressure. It is a tonic and cleansing liquid. In a jar with it you get a healing aroma.

My Needles/Fir

Advantages:

• many useful properties;
• versatility;
• economical consumption;
• healing aroma.

Flaws:

• No.

Which company is better to choose, everyone can decide for themselves. It is best to use the ether whose aroma you like the most.

Eucalyptus tincture

The eucalyptus aroma in the bath restores the emotional state and improves tone. Entering the body through the respiratory tract and enlarged pores, the herbal aroma improves the functioning of all systems and organs, the condition of the heart and blood vessels.

Also, the smell of eucalyptus is effective for diseases of the upper respiratory tract. This steam is better than any inhalation: add five to six drops of eucalyptus oil to two liters of water. Or pour one tablespoon of plant leaves into a glass of boiling water and leave for 20 minutes. The infusion is filtered and diluted in two liters of water.

The most expensive

The ranking of the most expensive includes products costing from 400 rubles. It is ideal for therapeutic procedures in the bathhouse. Properties may differ depending on the composition.

Zeitoun/Oil Blend

The volume is 10 ml. The composition contains oils of geranium, pine, thyme, and laurel. The mixture is made according to European standards. Its properties are much better than its cheap analogues.

The mixture provides a strong bactericidal effect. Pine and thyme have a beneficial effect on the respiratory system. Laurel is needed to improve metabolism and restore the nervous system. Geranium relieves fatigue. Esters easily penetrate through steamed skin, healing the body.

Zeitoun/Oil Blend

Advantages:

• powerful bactericidal effect;
• rich composition;
• easy to use;
• high quality.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Siberian product/Fir

The product includes 100 ml, provides a powerful antibacterial effect. Aromatherapy becomes pleasant with it.

Fir ether is a priceless gift from Altai. The coniferous tree is considered the forest doctor. Its ether includes over 35 active components, which provides valuable properties. Therefore, the product has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and tonic effects.

Siberian product/Fir

Advantages:

• great benefit;
• large volume;
• strong antibacterial effect.

Flaws:

• not found.

Le Chatelard/Lavandin

In addition to lavender oil, the composition contains geraniol, limonene, and coumarin. The natural mixture is created using steam distillation. It has a powerful relaxing and healing effect.

The products are supplied in original containers with a laconic design. It is conveniently dosed. Bath aromatherapy with it will be a pleasant procedure.

Le Chatelard/Lavandin

Advantages:

• rich composition;
• pleasant aroma of lavender;
• convenient use.

Flaws:

• none.

AVEO/set “For baths and saunas”

The set includes 4 types of oil - lavender, eucalyptus, juniper and fir. The set is ideal not only for a bath, but also for massage and room aromatization. Esters are also added to enrich cosmetics.

Each bottle contains 10 ml. Although this is very little, the consumption of ethers is economical. The set is sold in a cardboard box.

AVEO/set “For baths and saunas”

Advantages:

• set of oils;
• natural composition;
• universal application;
• economical consumption.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Bath items/set “Bathhouse”

The set contains 3 oils of 15 ml each - orange, pine and juniper. The set is ideal for baths, saunas, and home use. In the first 2 cases, 15 drops are enough for a room of 15 square meters. m. They are added to a ladle with water, after which the liquid is poured over wooden shelves and walls.

The main properties are improved blood circulation and calming properties. The products are ideal for aromatherapy.

Bath items/set “Bathhouse”

Advantages:

• universal use;
• presence of 1 oils included;
• natural composition.

Flaws:

• not identified.

Aromatic plants and bath brooms

Aromatic plants and bath brooms can create a favorable atmosphere and aromas for a bath.

Plants

To create aromatic and pleasant steam during the construction of baths, special tree species with a high content of aromatic substances are used. Thus, pine needles are used for the frame, linden and aspen are used for interior decoration, and cedar or oak are used for decorative elements.

To create a cozy and healthy microclimate in the finished room, fresh or dried herbs and plants can be used, scattered on the floor, laid out on floor beams or hung on the walls. The best choice for a bath is herbs harvested with your own hands in ecologically clean regions.

For example, birch and pine branches, linden leaves and wormwood for a bath can saturate the steam with a soft and unique aroma, improve well-being and lift your mood.

Walls and ceiling surfaces can be sprinkled with pine tincture for disinfection and relaxation. Plants placed on the floor help heal microcracks in the heels, improve blood circulation and relieve fatigue in the legs.

Bath brooms

It’s hard to imagine a Russian steam room without a traditional attribute – a bath broom made from aromatic herbs. A natural bath broom provides an intense massage, warming up the muscle corset, improving blood circulation and a pleasant aroma.

Bath brooms are made from birch and oak branches, and in rare cases, spruce branches. Since ancient times, brooms made from birch branches have been used in steam rooms. They are distinguished by a high content of tanning components, vitamins and persistent aromatic substances, which can remain on human skin for up to 8 hours.

No less popular is a broom made from oak leaves containing tannins, which have a powerful anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. Oak broom has found its use in the prevention of diseases of the skin, joints and hypertension.

To get the maximum effect from the bath procedure, you need to steam the brooms correctly. Before use, brooms are immersed in cold water for 10–15 minutes, then immersed in hot water for 3 minutes. This will help soften hard leaves and saturate the air with tannins.

Preparing a coniferous broom is slightly different from previous options. To soften the needles, the product is immersed in hot water for 12 minutes. This attribute is not recommended for use by people with sensitive skin prone to allergic reactions.

Some bath attendants welcome the use of eucalyptus and nettle brooms for baths. How to use such brooms correctly without harm to health? The whole secret lies in pre-steaming them.

Before starting the procedures, brooms are dipped in boiling water for 2 minutes, then in cold water for 4 minutes. For a broom made of eucalyptus, one procedure is enough, for a product made from nettle – up to 4 operations. They are recommended for people who have joint diseases, lumbar pain, and salt deposits.

Infusions after steaming brooms can be used to obtain aromatic steam, for example, by watering stones or the walls of the steam room. In addition, they are useful as rinses - they quickly eliminate dandruff and itching, strengthen hair follicles and prevent hair loss.

Terms of use

Spray flavoring is the easiest to use. It will be a little more difficult with other forms. In any case, manufacturers indicate how to use them safely. These rules are simple:

1. Essential oils can only be used externally.
2. It is important to adhere to the norm - no more than 10 drops per room of 30 square meters. m.
3. First, you need minimal doses - about 3 drops. And the exposure period should be 5 minutes. The time and dosage should be increased gradually.
4. It is necessary to remember that bath fragrances are flammable. Therefore, sprays should not be sprayed near open flame sources.
5. If symptoms of poor health occur, you must leave the room and go outside.
6. It is important that concentrates do not come into contact with eyes or mucous membranes, as this may cause irritation.
7. In its pure form, the fragrance cannot be applied to stones that are hot. This leads to burning of the aroma base, molecular destruction of aromatic hydrocarbons.

When using all bath products, precautions should be taken. Clean water is poured into a small ceramic container. Then flavoring is added (10-12 drops). This container should be placed in a place of maximum temperature. The top shelves are perfect for this.

After heating the water, the flavor evaporates. It can be used to water the walls in a steamy room. About 250 ml. liquids can be added to the stones. This water is also suitable for steaming brooms. To ensure excellent adhesion, wheat bran should be steamed in advance at the rate of 30 g of bran per 2 liters of water.

Many flavorings can be purchased at the pharmacy. They can also be ordered from the online store. If you use these products correctly, they are absolutely safe. In this case, bath procedures will be even more pleasant and beneficial.

How to properly prepare a decoction

It is best to use enamel cookware. Stainless steel cookware will also work. The decoction should be prepared at the rate of one tablespoon per glass of water. First add the dry mixture, then add boiling water and place on high heat. Don't forget to cover the pan with a lid. When the water boils, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 45-60 minutes. Then cover the pan with a kitchen towel and simmer until completely cooled. The cooled liquid must be filtered through a sieve or gauze and poured into glass bottles. Should be stored in a dark and cool place.

Usually a decoction is prepared in this way for two to three months. To preserve it better, you can pour a little alcohol into the bottle. A teaspoon is enough. The consumption rate is 100-150 milliliters per basin of hot water.

What kinds of bath scents and what are they for? This question, as well as their recipes, can be found in the following articles:

• Eucalyptus decoction.
• Coniferous.
• Mint.
• From St. John's wort.
• Lime.
• Oregano infusion.
• Infusion of thyme (thyme).
• Broth of coltsfoot.
• From chamomile.
• Go to the selection of articles about bath scents .

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