The Grain in Ear season is here! Hot, rainy, and humid days can trap sweat under your skin, leading to irritation or rashes. A warm bath during this time works wonders—it helps release that sticky “summer heat” stuck in your body. Want to level up your self-care game? Try a traditional herbal bath—it’s the ultimate way to heal while you recline! 

Ancient Chinese texts like Shennong’s Classic of Herbs praised the power of herbal baths for cleansing and healing. Back then, people switched up their soak recipes with the seasons to stay healthy and glowing. 

For Grain in Ear, our top pick is the “Five Branches Bath”: Grab equal parts of cassia, pagoda tree, peach, willow, and hemp branches. Wrap them in a cloth, soak in water for 20 minutes, then simmer for 30 minutes. Pour that golden brew into your tub! This magic mix unblocks energy flow, kicks out dampness, and leaves your skin rosy and radiant.

Second recommendation. The “Ancient Brightening Bath”! Blend mung beans, lily bulbs, borneol, talcum, white aconite, angelica root, sandalwood, and pine resin. Grind them into powder, simmer in a cloth bag, then add the liquid to your bath. Regular use brightens your complexion, smooths skin, and even fights humidity with its fresh aroma.

After your soak, sip on a “Calm Heart & Beat Dampness Tea”: Lilies soothe nerves, poria fights bloat, barley detoxes—add bamboo leaves, chrysanthemum, and mint for a cooling summer punch. Perfect for anyone battling stress, Heads up! For the best herbal bath experience, keep these tips in mind.

Let’s soak, glow, and thrive this Grain in Ear season! Dive into herbal baths to nurture your body and soul. In this "busy yet beautiful" time of year, join the ultimate summer wellness party. Solar terms and seasons "speak," and we thank you for your support. Remember to keep following us!