Lavender and Oatmeal Bag for the Bath

Every mother knows oatmeal baths are good for the skin, as oatmeal softens water. Add lavender, and you have a bath that not only smells good but also softens and soothes. Add whatever other herbs or flower petals you like to the bag as well.

1 cup oatmeal

½ cup or so fresh or dry lavender flowers and tops

Another bunch of fresh herbs, such as rosemary, lemon balm, and thyme or ½ cup rose petals

Combine all ingredients and place in the center of a square of cotton or muslin. Gather up the corners and tie tightly to make a bag. Hold this under the running tap water while drawing your bath. While bathing, rub the bag over your skin to get extra benefits.

source: Growing and Using Lavender by Patti Barrett