Mustard Bath Detox Bath Salts | 1KG Eco Refill Bag | Barefoot Venus

Care/Usage Instructions
* Usage: Draw a hot bath. Add 1/2 cup for general relaxation or 1 cup for intensive muscle relief or cold/flu comfort. Swirl to dissolve. Soak for a maximum of 20 minutes, allowing the therapeutic steam and ingredients to work their magic. Rinse and rest immediately afterwards to extend the detoxifying effects.
* Storage: Keep the bath soak stored in a cool, dry place. The original 480G tin provides an excellent, air-tight storage container.

Care/Usage Instructions
* Usage: Draw a hot bath. Add 1/2 cup for general relaxation or 1 cup for intensive muscle relief or cold/flu comfort. Swirl to dissolve. Soak for a maximum of 20 minutes, allowing the therapeutic steam and ingredients to work their magic. Rinse and rest immediately afterwards to extend the detoxifying effects.
* Storage: Keep the bath soak stored in a cool, dry place. The original 480G tin provides an excellent, air-tight storage container.

Q: What does a Mustard Bath actually do?

Quite a lot, as it turns out. Mustard Seed Powder and Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate) work together to draw out tension and impurities from muscles and skin. The Eucalyptus and Wintergreen essential oils open your airways and fill the bathroom with that unmistakably bracing, therapeutic aroma. Rosemary grounds the blend. Together, they create a soak that is genuinely restorative — the kind that makes you feel like a different person when you get out.

Q: How do I use it?

Fill a bath with hot water and dissolve one generous cup (approximately 240ml) of Mustard Bath into it. Soak for 20 minutes. Drink a glass of water before or after — you will perspire during a detox soak, and staying hydrated makes the whole experience more effective. Pat dry and rest. Sleep usually follows fairly naturally.

✦ For best results, use 2–3 times per week, or whenever your body needs a reset.

Q: Does it smell strong? What does it smell like?

It does have a distinct, purposeful scent — Eucalyptus, Wintergreen, and Rosemary. Think of it as a spa crossed with a very good apothecary. It's therapeutic and invigorating rather than floral or sweet. If you're someone who prefers soft or subtle fragrances, the Mustard Bath is a different experience — it's intentionally bracing. Most people end up loving it, but the mini size is a brilliant way to try before committing to the full tin.

Q: Can I use it if I have sensitive skin?

Barefoot Venus Mustard Bath contains no parabens, phthalates, or synthetic chemicals. That said, mustard seed and essential oils can be sensitising for some skin types. We recommend trying the mini size first if you have sensitive skin, and doing a small patch test if you're particularly reactive. Avoid using on broken or irritated skin.

Q: Can I use it when I have a cold or flu?

Absolutely — this is actually one of the most popular uses. The Eucalyptus and Wintergreen work the same way a steam inhalation does, but you get the added benefit of the full-body warmth and the Epsom Salt muscle relief. Many customers keep the Mustard Bath specifically for sick days. The Mini 90g is a great one to have on standby for exactly this.