Your feet deserve some pampering. Tired and sore feet will benefit from soaking in a soothing bath. Give them an at home spa treatment with this invigorating homemade spearmint essential oil foot soak recipe.

Spearmint oil has an energizing and invigorating aroma. It encourages a sense of focus while uplifting mood. It also has cleansing properties so it is a great oil for an all-natural essential oil foot soak recipe.

Epsom salt is a wonderful soaking solution. It is perfect if you need a foot soak for sore feet. Epsom salt can help relax muscles, reduce stress levels, and soften the skin.

Foot soaks are a great way to unwind after a long day at work. You can read, watch TV, or just close your eyes and relax while your feet are soaking. Add this essential oil foot soak recipe with our natural face mask recipe and enjoy an at-home aromatherapy spa experience!

Benefits of Soaking Feet

Letting your feet soak in warm water can have some pretty amazing benefits, here are just a few:

• Foot soaks are easy to do at home.
• It can help to soothe tired, achy feet.
• The warmth of the water helps to improve blood circulation, reduce inflammation, and relax the muscles.
• Can be a great way to reduce stress and promote relaxation.
• It can provide relief from foot conditions like athlete's foot and plantar fasciitis.
• Soaking your feet can help to reduce foot odor.

In addition, foot soaks can help to soften rough, dry skin and remove calluses.  Once you're done soaking, use a foot scrub to remove any dead skin cells. Your feet will feel soft, smooth, and refreshed. Soaking your feet on a regular basis can help to keep them healthy and looking their best.

Best Essential Oils For Foot Soak with Benefits

There are many essential oils that can be used for foot soaking, each with different benefits. For example, eucalyptus oil can help to relieve pain and reduce inflammation, while peppermint oil can refresh and invigorate tired feet. Other essential oils that can be used for foot soaking include lavender oil, tea tree oil, and rosemary oil.

Spearmint Essential Oil

If you're looking for a way to soothe tired, aching feet, consider adding spearmint essential oil to your foot soaking routine. The minty aroma of spearmint essential oil (Mentha spicata) is refreshing and invigorating. It also has cooling properties.

• When used in a foot soak, it can help to relax muscles and reduce inflammation.
• The antiseptic properties of the oil can help to improve foot hygiene and prevent infection.

Here are some other essential oils you may want to try in the foot bath recipe:

Tea Tree Essential Oil

• Tea tree oil has a distinctive medicinal aroma and powerful therapeutic properties, yet it is gentle enough to cleanse the skin.
• The antifungal properties of this oil make it a popular choice for foot soaks. It can eliminate unpleasant odors and heal skin naturally.

Lavender Essential Oil

• Of course this floral oil is a top pick for a soothing foot soak that is especially nice before bedtime.
• It also works well on stinky foot odor thanks to its deodorizing properties. The healing benefits of lavender oil helps with dry, cracked feet.
• Recipe idea: DIY Lavender Lemongrass Room Spray.

Peppermint Essential Oil

• This is a great minty alternative to spearmint. Peppermint oil is wonderful for cooling the feet and body. It freshens and deodorizes the skin too.
• Try a peppermint soak after a long day on your feet to assist with aches and pains. Learn more about peppermint.

Eucalyptus Essential Oil

• Eucalyptus oil has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, making it ideal for relieving pain and swelling. It also has antiseptic qualities, which can help to prevent infection. 
• Soaking in eucalyptus oil provides a refreshing and cooling sensation, making it ideal for hot days or after a strenuous workout.

Rosemary Essential Oil

• Rosemary oil is known to improve circulation, relieve pain, and reduce inflammation. For these reasons, rosemary essential oil is often used in foot soaks.
• A rosemary foot soak is an excellent way to relax after a long day. It helps to soothe and relax the feet, as well as the mind.

DIY Essential Oil Foot Soak Recipe with Spearmint

To get the most benefit from essential oils, it is important to choose a high-quality oil and to add the recommended amount to your foot soak. Essential oils can provide a variety of benefits, so you may want to experiment with different ones to see which works best for you.

• 1/4 cup Epsom Salt
• 1 teaspoon Carrier Oil
• 3-6 drops Spearmint oil or essential oil of choice
• Large Foot Basin with hot water

Directions:

1. Mix Epsom salt, carrier oil, and essential oil together. For a carrier oil you can use fractionated coconut oil, jojoba oil, or whatever oil you desire.

2. Add foot soak blend to a large basin of hot water, stir and swirl the water around.

3. Immerse feet and soak for 15-20 minutes, as desired or until the water becomes tepid.

For additional skin care, try using a pumice stone for exfoliating calluses and dry skin from feet at the end of your homemade foot soak.

Where to Buy Foot Soak Basin:

Essential Oil Blends for Foot Soaks

• Funky Feet - Tea Tree and Lemon
• Cool Down - Peppermint and Eucalyptus
• Invigorating - Peppermint and Orange
• Stress Relief - Bergamot and Geranium
• Refresh - Spearmint and Ylang Ylang
• Chillax - Lavender and Roman Chamomile

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More DIY Essential Oil Recipes

It is fun using essential oils for DIY, here are more ideas to try:

• Bath Salt Recipes
• DIY Essential Oil Body Wash
• Skin Tag Roller Blend
• Homemade Honey Sugar Scrub