According to Mani Mittal, the founder of Meraki Lanes, certain tricks for creating the ultimate bathing experience goes a long way! Whether you are already a bath-bomb connoisseur or are just dipping your toes in for the first time, the following tips will help you in creating the perfect bath:

1. When Should One Take a Bath?

   To indulge in a ritual to improve sleep, bathing in warm water, approximately one-two hours before bedtime often abridges the time taken to fall asleep by an average of 10 minutes. The reason? The human body, instinctively wanes its core temperature at bedtime, and anything that hinders this process can make it difficult for an individual to nod off. A warm bath (or a shower) increases blood circulation, making the body expel heat. Taking a bath 90 minutes before bedtime will help your body simmer down the way it is designed to. If you are wondering how long to stay in the bath for, it really is up to personal preference. However, soaking too long in scalding water can be bad for your skin. As for frequency, taking a bath every day provides even more benefits than dunking-in once or twice a week.

2. How Hot Should the Bath and the Bathroom Be?

   104-to-109-degree Fahrenheit is a temperature range that improves sleep quality. Heating the water a few more degrees than that will risk melting away the fatty layer that protects your skin. If the water feels pleasantly warm, but not uncomfortably hot, it is the right temperature. Keep your bathroom warm, too, because a toasty room will keep the tub from losing its heat too quickly.

3. What Should You Add to Your Bath to Get the Most Health Benefits?

   While some prefer their baths au naturel, others like to enhance their soak with products like bath bombs, essential oils, or bath salts. However, one must consider the technology of the bathing systems that one is utilizing: You may use the bath products in typical tubs, but if you are bathing in a jetted bath, such as a Whirlpool or a Bubble-Massage experience, you need to follow the guidelines of your particular bath carefully, as adding certain elements to your water may cause clogging issues in the bathing system. Using a bath bomb is pretty straightforward: Fill the tub with lukewarm water, drop in the bomb and marvel as it fizzes and dissolves, dispersing soothing ingredients into your bath. Similarly, a tablespoon or two of bath salt can be dissolved in water for a relaxing experience. Whether you are looking for a relaxing lavender-laden bomb, an energizing peppermint rush, or something to soothe sensitive skin, there is a Meraki Lanes’ bath bomb that’ll help create the perfect bath. Check out the Bath Bomb range by Meraki Lanes to add to your bathing experience: https://merakilanes.com/shop/

4. How To Maximize a Bath’s Moisturizing Potential?

   The key to taking a bath that moisturizes the skin is the temperature: The water should be warm, not boiling hot. If you have a sensitive skin, you should probably keep your soaks to around 10 minutes, use gentle cleansers exclusive of synthetic fragrances or other irritants, and avoid scrubbing. Using bath bombs will also aid in the process as essential oils in bath bomb tend to be extremely moisturizing, and basking in a tub of hydrating oils will leave your skin feeling soft and supple. No matter what shape your skin is in, sealing in the moisture of a bath is always a good thing. The secret to this is patting your skin dry instead of rubbing yourself down with a towel, then immediately applying a good moisturizer.

5. How Can Aromatherapy, Lighting, and Sound Make a Bath More Relaxing?

   One of the biggest differences between your bathtub and a spa is the ambiance. Research suggests that nature sounds – birdsong, rainfall, and others help put human minds at ease. When it comes to lighting, dimmer is always better for lowering stress and getting you ready for sleep. Candlelight is an excellent choice. If you have the ability to tweak your bathroom lighting – perhaps with some trendy LED strips – consider testing out cooler hues like blue and mauve as they are relaxing. Furthermore, various essential oils such eucalyptus, rose, and lavender help reduce pain and anxiety. The fragrances of essential oils activate receptors in the nose that signal the brain to regulate emotions and ease the mind.

We hope the given tips help you in creating a soothing experience for yourself. How do you take your bath? Share your favorite bath-time rituals and stories with us using #merakilanes.