Shower Steamers: Everything You Want to Know
Posted by Staff Writer on 20th Feb 2025
Transform your shower into a spa-like aromatherapy oasis with our Shower Steamers! Made with 100% pure essential oils, each bomb releases a luxurious and invigorating scent as it dissolves in the steam of your shower, enveloping you in a blissful aroma.
What is a Shower Steamer?
Shower steamers, a popular alternative to traditional bath bombs, have gained significant attention in recent years due to their therapeutic potential in aromatherapy. These small, effervescent “bombs”, when placed in the shower, release essential oils into the steam, creating a sensory experience that offers various benefits for both the mind and body. The combination of heat, humidity, and aromatic oils helps enhance the overall showering experience while providing a range of wellness advantages.
Benefits of Shower Steamers
First and foremost, shower steamers promote relaxation. The essential oils used in these steamers — lavender is our favorite relaxing aroma — are known for their beneficial properties. When inhaled, these scents can help reduce stress, lower anxiety levels, and promote a sense of tranquility. The warm steam, coupled with the soothing aroma, allows for deeper breathing and helps individuals unwind after a long day. The result is a rejuvenating experience that can alleviate mental fatigue and prepare one for a peaceful night's sleep.
Moreover, shower steamers can boost mood and mental clarity. Scents such as citrus, eucalyptus, and peppermint are commonly found in steamers designed to uplift and energize. These invigorating aromas stimulate the senses, increase alertness, and enhance focus. By incorporating a steamer into a morning routine, individuals can start their day with a refreshing burst of energy, providing a natural alternative to caffeine — though, if you’re like us, you’ll take both. Additionally, the act of inhaling these vaporized essential oils can promote emotional well-being by reducing symptoms of stress, depression, or sadness, offering an effective way to elevate mood.
Please note: we do not make any claim that shower steamers and aromatherapy provide a suitable alternative to professional care for any medical condition or mental illness.
They may help ease symptoms, but you should still consult a professional if your symptoms remain problematic.
In addition to their psychological benefits, shower steamers also provide physical advantages, particularly for respiratory health. Essential oils like eucalyptus, tea tree, and peppermint have long been recognized for their ability to support the respiratory system. When steamers dissolve in the shower, the infused vapors help clear nasal passages, ease sinus congestion, and soothe a sore throat. For individuals suffering from colds, allergies, or seasonal changes, the steamers can offer relief, making breathing easier and more comfortable. The warming effect of the steam also encourages relaxation of tight muscles, helping to alleviate tension in the neck, shoulders, and back.
Shower steamers are not only effective but also easy to use, making them a practical addition to any self-care routine. Unlike essential oil diffusers that require a separate space and maintenance, steamers are directly integrated into the shower routine, providing an effortless experience. They are also portable, making it easy to enjoy aromatherapy while traveling. The steamers’ compact size and affordability make them an accessible choice for those looking to experience the benefits of aromatherapy without a significant time or financial commitment.
In conclusion, shower steamers offer a simple yet powerful way to enhance one's wellness routine. Their ability to provide mental, emotional, and physical benefits makes them an essential tool for anyone seeking a quick and effective method to improve overall health and well-being. By incorporating the therapeutic effects of aromatherapy into everyday life, shower steamers provide a refreshing, accessible, and holistic approach to self-care.
How to Use a Shower Steamer
Each shower steamer is easy to use and mess-free. Based on the same principles as bath bombs, steamers are fizzy bombs for your shower. Simply place one bomb on the floor of your shower, away from the direct stream of water, and let the steam and water splatter do the rest.
Alternatively, you may place the steamer in a mesh bag and hang it somewhere in your shower. Most people who use the bag method hang it behind the shower head. Suction cup soap holders work, too. You may wish to splash it with a small amount of water to activate it and get the party started. This is fine, but do not submerge it or soak it.
As the steamer dissolves, the essential oils will be released into the air, creating a therapeutic and rejuvenating experience for your mind, body, and spirit as the steam carries them up and envelops you.
Our Steamers
For those seeking premium shower steamers, ours are lovingly formulated to offer a luxurious experience. Our carefully hand-crafted steamers are available in four (4) delightful scents:
- Lavender/Sleep: Releases a calming lavender fragrance to carry you gently off to dreamland.
- Lavender & Mint/Stress: De-stress and unwind as the lavender and mint fragrance blend soothes your nerves and subtly increases your energy levels.
- Mint Julep/Sinus: Releases a blast of minty-fresh fragrance to open your sinuses and invigorate you.
- Orange Blossom/Relaxation: Fills your shower with the luxurious fragrance of orange blossoms as your cares are washed away.
Our steamers are vegan-friendly and cruelty-free, having been tested on human volunteers rather than animals. Like all of our products, they’re carefully and lovingly hand-made by us in our facilities in Cape May. New Jersey. As you can see from the customer testimonial (right), our customers love them!
Ingredients
Baking Soda, Citric Acid, Oils (Coconut and Palm), Essential Oils, Natural Colors, Clay, Witch Hazel, and LOVE.
How to Buy
Shower steamers are individually foil-wrapped, and are available singly or in a 4-piece set containing one of each scent.