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Skin and body care · From Bladwijzer

Fragrant fir-needle bath

Updated on 9 October 2026

• Makes: 1 bath
• Time: 30 min
• From: European silver fir

Ingredients

• 2 handfuls silver-fir twigs with needles
• 2 litres water

Method

1. Cut the twigs into pieces and lightly bruise the needles.
2. Bring them to the boil with the water and leave to steep over a low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, with the lid on.
3. Strain and pour the infusion into a warm bath.

Storing: Use the infusion the same day.