bath salts

American

[bath, bahth] / bæθ, bɑθ /

plural noun

a preparation used to soften or give a pleasant scent to a bath, as colored, sweet-smelling flakes, crystals, etc.

bath salts British

plural noun

soluble scented salts for use in a bath

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Etymology

Origin of bath salts

First recorded in 1905–10

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bath salts

There are also craft sections on making bath salts, a balloon arch and arranging flowers.

From BBC ● Mar. 4, 2025

There are candles and bath salts ready to go on the floor.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2024

She chops old vanilla beans, mixes them with epsom salts, adds a splash of vanilla extract, and has bath salts that are wildly aromatic, calming, and good for all that might ail you.

From Salon ● Apr. 19, 2022

It also offers beverages and personal care products such as lotions, bath salts and even pet treats.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 18, 2021

“Ohhh. I smell too. Mama, heat me some water. I need a bath. A long one. We got any bath salts left? Oh, Lord, my head. Look at that.”

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison

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