Why We Soak: Ingredient Benefits

Epsom Salt

A bath classic for good reason. Epsom is a go-to for post-workout soaks or stress-heavy days. Epsom salt is made of magnesium sulfate, which is widely used to:

• Relieve muscle tension and soreness

• Reduce inflammation and swelling

• Improve circulation and support muscle recovery

• Promote deep relaxation and better sleep

Pink Sea Salt (Fine & Coarse)

Sourced from ancient seabeds, pink Himalayan salt is rich in minerals like magnesium, potassium, and calcium. Its soft blush hue and mineral depth make it a favorite in both therapeutic and aesthetic soaks. It’s known to:

• Detoxify and remineralize the skin

• Soothe sore muscles

• Balance skin’s pH

• Improve circulation and soften skin texture

Dead Sea Salt

Harvested from the Dead Sea, this salt contains exceptionally high levels of magnesium, potassium, and bromide. It is a deeply nourishing option for skin restoration and body renewal. It helps:

• Hydrate and restore dry skin

• Ease joint and muscle pain

• Calm irritation from eczema and psoriasis

• Improve skin texture and tone

Black Sea Salt

This dramatic, mineral-dense salt includes activated charcoal. Its inky tone makes for a stunning soak with detoxifying benefits which helps:

• Draw out toxins and impurities

• Neutralize body odor

• Support deep skin cleansing

• Offer mild exfoliation for a clearer glow

Black Himalayan Salt

Also known as Kala Namak, black Himalayan salt is rich in iron, sulfur, and trace minerals. It brings a bold look and a grounding, earthy aroma, making it perfect for masculine blends or deep-recovery soaks. It may help:

• Support skin detox and balance oil production

• Offer light antimicrobial properties

• Soothe rough or irritated skin

• Enhance circulation

Bath Water Crystals

These magnesium-enriched crystals dissolve quickly and provide:

• Muscle relief and reduced fatigue

• Stress-reducing effects on the nervous system

• Skin-softening hydration

Fuller’s Earth Clay

Deeply cleansing and oil-absorbing, this clay draws out toxins and impurities. Ideal for clarifying and refreshing the skin without over-drying.

Rose Clay

Gentle and soothing, rose clay boosts circulation while cleansing the skin, leaving it soft and naturally radiant. Great for sensitive or mature skin.

French Green Clay

A powerful detoxifier, this mineral-rich sea clay pulls impurities from the skin, tightens pores, and improves tone and texture. Especially beneficial for oily or acne-prone skin.

Bentonite Clay

Known for its strong detoxifying ability, bentonite helps remove toxins and calm irritation. A go-to for bug bites, blemishes, and skin redness.

White Kaolin Clay

The gentlest of all clays, kaolin is ideal for sensitive skin. It lightly exfoliates, balances oil production, and leaves skin feeling smooth and clear.

Turmeric Powder

Loved for its brightening and anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric supports even skin tone, soothes irritation, and brings a natural glow.

Chlorella Powder

A superfood for the skin. Rich in chlorophyll and antioxidants, chlorella nourishes, detoxifies, and helps rejuvenate tired, dull skin.

Coconut Milk Powder

A luxurious addition to any soak. Coconut milk soothes dry skin, replenishes moisture, and leaves a velvety softness behind.

Lavender Buds

Renowned for calming the mind and body. Lavender eases tension, supports better sleep, and soothes inflamed or sensitive skin.

Cornflower

Visually stunning and gentle on skin. Cornflower petals help calm irritation, reduce puffiness, and hydrate dry skin.

Rose Buds & Petals

A luxurious favorite. Rose contains antioxidants and emollients that soften skin, calm redness, and elevate your soak with romance and beauty.

Jasmine

Softly floral and aromatic, jasmine supports emotional balance and has natural antiseptic and hydrating properties.

Blue Butterfly Pea Flower

Adds a mesmerizing blue hue to your bath. Rich in antioxidants, it tones and calms the skin while supporting a serene soak.

Bay Leaves

A warming and grounding botanical, bay leaves may support circulation, ease muscle fatigue, and help the body release tension.

Calendula

Known as a healing herb, calendula is ideal for sensitive or damaged skin. It’s anti-inflammatory, soothing, and helps support skin regeneration.

Lemon Peel

Citrusy and uplifting, lemon peel offers gentle exfoliation and brightens the skin with vitamin C and natural astringents.

Mugwort

Traditionally used in herbal soaks for grounding and clarity. Mugwort helps detoxify, calm inflammation, and promote balance.

Colloidal Oatmeal

Finely ground oats suspended in water, allowing their natural compounds to soothe and protect the skin. In a bath, it calms irritation, reduces inflammation, and relieves dryness or itchiness, making it especially beneficial for those with eczema, sensitive skin, or rashes. It also forms a gentle barrier over the skin, locking in moisture and supporting healing without stripping natural oils.

Buttermilk Powder

Buttermilk powder adds a creamy, luxurious texture to soak blends while delivering natural lactic acid that gently exfoliates and brightens the skin. Its moisturizing fats nourish dry areas and promote a healthy, glowing complexion. When used in a bath, it leaves skin feeling soft, supple, and deeply refreshed, ideal for a mild resurfacing experience that doesn’t compromise hydration.

Goat Milk Powder

Rich in essential fatty acids, proteins, and vitamins A, D, and B6, goat milk powder is a deeply nourishing ingredient perfect for softening and restoring dry or sensitive skin. Its natural lactic acid content gently exfoliates while moisturizing and promoting elasticity. A soak with goat milk leaves the skin smooth, soothed, and visibly healthier.

European Spa Salt

This pure, unprocessed mineral salt is harvested from ancient European sea beds and prized for its ability to detoxify and refresh the body. It helps relax muscles, soften skin, and improve circulation, making it an excellent foundation for wellness-focused soaks. Its natural mineral content supports overall skin clarity and recovery after physical exertion or stress.

Baking Soda & Citric Acid (Effervescent Combo)

When blended together in water, baking soda and citric acid create a gentle fizzing action that softens bathwater and helps balance the skin’s pH. This dynamic duo provides a mild cleansing effect, helps relieve itchiness or irritation, and enhances the sensory experience of a soak. Used together, they lend a silky texture to the bath and a refreshing, spa-like feel.

Everyday Bath Tea Blend

This revitalizing botanical blend features chamomile, rose petals, juniper berries, rosemary, and spearmint, each selected for their natural benefits and refreshing aromatics. Chamomile soothes skin irritation and promotes relaxation, while rose petals hydrate and soften the skin with a light floral touch. Juniper berries offer a gentle detoxifying effect and can help ease muscle tension, while rosemary brings clarity and stimulates circulation. Spearmint adds a cooling, invigorating sensation that refreshes the body and uplifts the mind. Together, this tea-style soak infuses the bath with an herbal bouquet that feels both restorative and refreshing.

Why Ingredient Quality Matters

All of our ingredients are sourced with care and intention. We believe luxury isn’t about extravagance, it’s about mindfulness. By using whole, effective ingredients, every soak at The Soak Studio becomes an act of self-respect, restoration, and joy.

Recommended Ingredient Pairings

Looking for the perfect duo? These curated ingredient pairings are designed to complement each other beautifully, whether you want to relax, detox, or glow. Mix, match, and customize your blend with confidence.

Detox & Clarify

Black Sea Salt + Bentonite Clay
A powerful purifying pair that helps draw out toxins and reset the skin. Ideal for deep-cleansing soaks.

Muscle Recovery

Black Himalayan Salt + Bath Water Crystals
Magnesium and mineral-rich support for post-workout recovery and tension relief.

Soft Glow

Rose Clay + Coconut Milk Powder
Gentle exfoliation meets silky hydration. Leaves skin soft, smooth, and naturally radiant.

Grounding & Balance

Chlorella Powder + Dead Sea Salt
Mineral-rich support with an earthy, elemental feel. Great for reconnecting and calming the body.

Sensitive Skin Soothing

White Kaolin Clay + Calendula
A calming, anti-inflammatory duo that’s ideal for delicate or easily irritated skin.

Mood Boost

Blue Butterfly Pea Flower + Jasmine
An uplifting, antioxidant-rich pairing that soothes your senses and beautifies the bath with vibrant color.

Brightening & Fresh

Lemon Peel + French Green Clay
Energizing and clarifying. This citrus and clay combo gently exfoliates and refines skin texture.