Effervescent Soak5 ounces tartaric acid 6 drops lavender, rosemary, or rose geranium oil 3 ounces cornstarch 5 ounces bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) Crush and mix tartaric acid, bicarbonate of soda, and cornstarch in a bowl. Place in a glass jar and add the oil. Close jar tightly and shake several times a day for 2 days to develop the fragrance. To use, start hot water and drop about 1/2 cup into the tub as it fills. |