Easy DIY Eucalyptus Shower Steamers (From Scratch)
This easy DIY Eucalyptus Shower Steamer recipe is the perfect homemade remedy for when you're feeling under the weather. Designed to help you battle that never-ending flu virus, these steamers combine the benefits of steam with the luxury of eucalyptus and peppermint scents to clear your head and soothe your senses. Made from scratch with simple pantry staples, they turn any ordinary shower into a spa-like decongestant experience.
Yield: 12
Materials
- 2 cups Baking Soda
- 1/2 cup to 1 cup Citric Acid This provides the "fizz"
- 2-3 tbsp Water Use a spray bottle for best results
- 30-40 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- Optional: 10 drops of Peppermint or Lavender oil for extra relaxation
- Silicone Mold Muffin tins or small soap molds work great
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a glass bowl, whisk together the baking soda and citric acid until there are no clumps.
- Add the Scent: Add your eucalyptus essential oils directly into the dry powder and stir well.
- The "Slow Spriz": This is the most important part! Using a spray bottle, lightly mist the mixture with water while stirring constantly.
- Tip: If you add the water too fast, the mixture will start fizzing (reacting) before you even get it in the shower!
- Check Consistency: Stop adding water when the mixture feels like wet sand. If you squeeze a handful in your palm, it should hold its shape without crumbling.
- Press into Molds: Pack the mixture firmly into your silicone molds. Press down hard—the tighter you pack them, the longer they will last in the shower.
- Dry: Let them sit overnight (at least 12–24 hours) in a cool, dry place. Once they are hard to the touch, pop them out!
Notes
How to Use Your Shower Steamer
Place one steamer on the floor of your shower, but away from the direct stream of water. You want it to get splashed just enough to activate the fizz, but not wash down the drain instantly. As it dissolves, the steam will carry the eucalyptus oils upward for a refreshing, spa-like breath of fresh air. This recipe will make 6-12 steamers depending on how large you make them
Place one steamer on the floor of your shower, but away from the direct stream of water. You want it to get splashed just enough to activate the fizz, but not wash down the drain instantly. As it dissolves, the steam will carry the eucalyptus oils upward for a refreshing, spa-like breath of fresh air. This recipe will make 6-12 steamers depending on how large you make them