After a long day of being on my feet all day they need a bit of pampering. Soaking my feet helps to soften them, fight foot odor, and fight fungal diseases. I had been purchasing a well-known brand of eucalyptus and spearmint foot soak, but to save a bit of money I decided to make my own homemade foot soak.
Homemade Foot Soak
3 cups of Epsom Salt
1 cup of Baking Soda
18 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil
10 drops of Spearmint Essential Oil
Into a clean jar I add Epsom salt and baking soda. I add a lid and shake well to equally mix ingredients. I remove the lid and carefully add the eucalyptus essential oil. I add the lid and shake well to equally distribute the ingredients. I remove the lid and carefully add the spearmint essential oil. I add the lid and shake well to equally distribute the ingredients. Lastly I label the jar.
When I am ready to use the foot soak I get a large plastic container that can house both of my feet comfortably. I use a dish pan I purchased for $1. I add the desired amount of homemade foot soak to the plastic container. I usually add about 1/3 cup. Lastly I fill the container with hot tap water.
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Thank you for all your wonderful comments! I will check out your personal blog because I love making homemade formulas! I hope you the weather is cooperating and that you are able to get out and enjoy your garden!
Texas Pioneer Woman, The foot soak sounds like just the thing after spending a day on my feet in the garden. Your formula made my list of Homestead formulas on my personal blog page. Have a great foot soaking day.