The 6 Best Bath Soaks to Relieve Tightness and Pain

These really soothe sore muscles.

By NewBeauty Editors · Feb 20, 2019

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I always struggle with body aches and sore muscles during the winter. There seems to be a number of contributing factors: generally feeling under the weather, my annual New Year’s resolution to go hard on working out and an overall muscle tightness from the cold. Luckily, this is also the season of long, hot baths. After one particularly achy week (thanks, stomach flu), I put a selection of recovery bath soaks to the test and found these six below to be the most effective.

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Elemis Aching Muscle Super Soak ($64)

Like the name suggests, this oversized bottle of bubbling goodness contains sea salt and a symphony of botanical extracts like birch, juniper, clove and lavender to warm the body and melt away any aches.

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Goop Phys. Ed Recovery Bath Soak ($35)

Formulated especially for post-workout use, this apple cider vinegar, arnica and turmeric soak helps to sooth tired and overstretched muscles while essential oils help promote overall relaxation.

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Mio Skincare Liquid Yoga Bath ($40)

This was the product that introduced me to the magic of bath soaks almost a decade ago—and still reigns as one of the best ones of all time. I find that it noticeably and consistently relieves pain after just ten minutes of soaking. The mineral salt formula is also infused with rich marumuru butter which leaves skin feeling soft and soothed.

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Y7 x Nice Paper After Flow CBD Bath Soak ($18)

This Epsom salt soak contains hemp-derived CBD to go a step further to help relieve muscle tightness and pain. Bergamot, peppermint and eucalyptus essential oil leaves you feeling energized, not sleepy, after the soak.

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Milk + Honey Tranquil Muscle Soak ($26)

A high concentration of arnica in this mixed-salt soak helps to relieve muscle pain, swelling and even bruising. The minimalist packaging looks particularly pretty against any bathroom vanity.

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Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath Soothe & Sleep ($16)

A staple in so many bathrooms, Dr. Teal’s entire line is devoted to harnessing the power of Epsom salt to soften skin and soothe sore muscles. In addition, the lavender foaming bath helps to promote more restful sleep, making this an ideal option to use right before bed.

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