We already know that shower plants are a brilliant idea: They can help to eliminate bacteria, absorb extra moisture, and improve your bathroom’s air quality, all while adding a pretty touch of green to the space. And now there’s another fun way to get your plant fix will enhancing your bathroom’s atmosphere.
To make your shower even more soothing, take a cue from these bloggers and hang a eucalyptus bundle to your shower head. These “bath bouquets” are more than just a piece of decor-the steam and heat from the shower helps to release the aromatherapy powers of the plants, making them good for your mind and body, too.
“When you turn on the shower the steam activates the essential oils in the plant, which clear up a host of respiratory issues,” Jordan Reid wrote on her blog Ramshackle Glam. She called it “the attractive decongestant,” and claimed it help ease her allergies.
The calming, refreshing scent is also helpful for unwinding after a long and stressful day. Though there is limited research on the topic, some experts believe aromatherapy can be helpful when trying to alleviate pain, improve mood, and encourage relaxation, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. If nothing else, the branches will at least make your bathroom smell like a fancy spa!
You can also create bath bouquets to hang in your shower with lavender, rosemary, mint, and lemongrass stems, according to Apartment Therapy. Simply wrap the plants with natural twine and attach to your shower head-it’s that easy.
