These 5 Types of Spices Can Be Used During Bathing, Making the Body Fragrant and Healthy Skin

Kapanlagi.com - Spices are plants that can easily be found in Indonesia. Spices have many types and benefits for the body when consumed. Usually, spices are processed into kitchen spices for seasoning food and traditional medicine.

But besides that, it turns out that spices are also good for use as bath water, KLovers. What spices can be used for bathing? According to various sources, here are 5 benefits of spices that are good to be used as bath water.

1. Bay Leaf

Bay leaves are a spice that can be used during bathing (credit: Pixabay)

The first spice is bay leaf. It turns out that the leaf commonly used as a food seasoning can also be a good spice for bathing water. Bay leaves indeed have a distinctive fragrance that is good for the body's health.

Having antibacterial properties, bay leaves are very good as aromatherapy when we are going to take a bath. The distinctive aroma of bay leaves will make breathing easier, as the steam from bay leaves can dissolve phlegm. In addition, the steam from bay leaves can make the body more relaxed and can also relieve headaches.

2. Pandan Leaf

Pandan leaves are spices that can be used during bathing (credit: Shutterstock)

The next spice is pandan leaf. This spice, which is often used as a natural food coloring and gives a fragrant aroma, can also be a spice for bathing water. Pandan leaves contain oils and antioxidants that are good for preventing aging.

In addition, these contents are also good for treating dry skin and can make the skin smoother. Certainly, bay leaves are very effective in giving a fragrance to the body, because of the aroma that emanates from pandan leaves.

3. Lemongrass Stems

Lemongrass is one of the spices that can be used during bathing (credit: Pixabay)

Apparently, lemongrass stems also have good benefits for beauty when used as bathwater. This spice can treat acne, as the anti-microphobia in lemongrass stems can address various acne problems, especially those caused by dirt or bacteria.

In addition, lemongrass stems can also promote skin health, as the acid content in lemongrass can help prevent skin cancer. The boiled water and steam released from lemongrass stems can also alleviate various symptoms of depression, such as anxiety, stress, and sleep disorders or insomnia.

This is because the aromatherapy of lemongrass is believed to calm and relax muscles and nerves, allowing for a restful sleep. So, it's not a bad idea to use boiled lemongrass stems for bathing.

4. Chamomile Flower

Chamomile Flower (credit: Pixabay)

Besides being used for tea, it turns out chamomile flowers also have many benefits, KLovers. This spice is already known to be able to overcome various beauty problems, especially skin. It is known that chamomile can prevent premature aging due to its antioxidants.

In addition, chamomile can also eliminate excessive dark circles under the eyes and brighten the skin. This is also because of the antioxidants contained in chamomile. That's why it's not wrong if you use chamomile as a decoction for bathing or washing your face.

5. Nutmeg

Pala is a type of spice (credit: Pixabay)

And the last benefit comes from nutmeg. Besides being a spice for cooking, it turns out nutmeg also functions as a spice that can overcome skin problems, KLovers. Nutmeg can solve several skin problems such as acne, reduce excess oil, and brighten the face.

This is because nutmeg can reduce pigmentation on the skin, so the skin can be evenly bright. In addition, nutmeg also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce excessive acne on the skin, especially the face. But it is not recommended to use nutmeg excessively, as it can make the skin red.

Those are 5 benefits of spices that are good to use for bathing. Besides being safe because it is natural, using spices will not drain your pocket and can be easily done at home. Good luck trying it out.

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