During craft shows, attendees will often scan our table and ask, “What are shower steamers?” Well, let us just say if bath bombs and shower steamers were related, the latter can be best described as the wise older sibling, as its soothing aroma delightfully takes charge of whatever room it activates in, clearing your mind and providing you with a sense of relief (okay, so maybe we should’ve said the ideal older sibling). 

What are Shower Steamers?

The aromatic tablets are similar to bath bombs in that they exude a fragrant smell as they dissolve in water. But here are some ways they differ.

Uses: You soak the day away with a bath bomb, but you should not under any circumstances put a shower steamer in a tub and soak with it. We repeat: SHOWER STEAMERS ARE NOT TO BE SOAKED WITH. Instead, you’ll take your capsule of stress relief and drop it on the tub floor. When you shower, the water will activate it and your only job is to inhale and exhale the steam and enjoy the at-home spa experience you’ve created for yourself.

How they’re crafted: While bath bombs are crafted with skin-nourishing oils and typically include sweet fragrance oils, shower steamers are made with menthol crystals that give them a cooling sensation as well as an essential oil. Some of the most common scents that they’re crafted with include:  

• Lavender: What we call the holy grail of relaxation, lavender is renowned for its relaxing properties. Various studies have supported the claim that the essential oil is effective in improving sleep quality. Although anecdotal, we can firmly say pocket watch hypnosis isn’t necessary when you’re stocked up on lavender shower steamers.
• Eucalyptus: Because it contains 1,8 cineole, this essential oil works wonders for annihilating congestion and cleansing the air.
• Peppermint: This essential oil is redolent of Christmas time and is associated with cognitive benefits such as enhanced mood, memory, and focus. Peppermint oil stimulates the hippocampus, which plays a significant role in memory development, learning, and emotional processing.
• Grapefruit: With a citrusy kick, this invigorating scent is said to lift one higher and higher as it boosts mood and energy levels. Shower steamers are a great way to add a revitalizing touch to your showering experience. 

Whether you’re looking to decompress from a demanding week or shake up a monotonous routine, starting or ending your day with shower steamers is surely a treat!