Lavender Decongestant DIY Shower Melts
It can be hard to find relief when you are sick. These Lavender Decongestant DIY Shower Melts can help break through the stuffiness with the bold scent of menthol and relaxing lavender essential oils.
Servings: 6 melts
Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons Vick’s VapoRub
- 15 drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup baking soda
- 5-7 tablespoons water
- Purple gel food coloring optional
Instructions
- In a bow, mix together the cornstarch and baking soda.
- Then add Vick’s VapoRub and mix until it is well combined. The mixture will be loose and crumbly. Then add in lavender essential oil and mix well until combined.
- Add in water to the mixture, ½ tablespoon at a time. Continue to mix until the mixture becomes a paste. You want to make sure you don’t add in too much water.
- This step is optional, mix in a few drops of purple food coloring and mix well.
- Place in a cylinder silicone mold and place into the freezer for a few hours to harden. You can also leave it on the counter overnight to dry out completely. Store in an airtight container and use as needed.