At Zea, we believe that self-care is vital. By incorporating our essential oil-infused shower steamers into your daily routine, you can elevate your shower into a therapeutic ritual that aligns with your physical and emotional needs.  

Crafted with carefully selected essential oils, this lineup of luxurious, aromatic shower steamers will turn your daily shower into a therapeutic experience.

Let’s explore our Zea Shower Steamers, dive into their usages and benefits and help you find the perfect scent for your needs.

What Are Shower Steamers?

Shower steamers are tablet-like creations made with a blend of aromatic oils and bicarbonate soda, also known as shower bombs or shower melts. They’re designed to enhance your shower experience. Our Zea Shower Steamers are cube-shaped (allowing them to sit sturdily on your shower floor) and are handcrafted in Australia, infused with our therapeutic Zea Essentials essential oils. 

To use, simply place one in the corner of the shower. When water hits the steamer, the ingredients react, causing it to dissolve gradually. As it dissolves, the therapeutic oils are released, filling the shower with calming scents that romanticise your shower experience and transform it into a truly indulgent escape.

Benefits of Aromatherapy Shower Steamers

Aromatherapy Shower Steamers are a simple yet effective way to enjoy the therapeutic benefits of essential oils without the need for a diffuser. Some of the many benefits of shower steamers include:

• Convenient and easy way to enjoy therapeutic benefits of essential oils.

• Releases essential oils into the steam, creating an aromatic heaven.

• Enhances mood and well-being.

• Promotes emotional balance during challenging times such as perimenopause 

• Helps with stress relief and mental clarity.

• Provides respiratory support and eases symptoms of congestion.

• Offers a luxurious, spa-like experience in the comfort of your home.

How to Use Shower Steamers (Step-by-Step Guide)

1. Place the Steamer

Put your natural Zea Shower Steamer in the corner of your shower where it won’t be directly hit by water but will still benefit from the steam.

2. Turn on the Shower

As the hot water creates steam, the steamer will begin to release its essential oils into the air.

3. Enjoy the Aroma

Breathe deeply and let the natural scents fill your space, enhancing your mood and providing the desired therapeutic benefits.

4. Let the Steam Work

Allow the therapeutic benefits of the steam and essential oils to work their magic for a few minutes while you relax and enjoy the calming and invigorating effects of your new essential oil shower tablets.

Natural Essential Oil Blends And Their Benefits

Whether you want to refresh, renew or relax, our aromatic shower steamers have you covered.

REFRESH: Invigorate Your Senses

Best for: Our Refresh Shower Steamer is great to wake yourself in the morning, get focused, and can assist in relieving congestion or clearing nasal passages.

Ingredients:

• Kunzea: This earthy and invigorating essential oil brings the refreshing scents of nature directly into your shower.

• • Kunzea is excellent for promoting mental clarity and grounding energy, leaving you feeling refreshed and restored.

  • Kunzea has unique decongesting properties, making it ideal for when you're feeling under the weather or a cold is approaching.  

• Peppermint: Peppermint is known for its energizing and cooling effects.

  • Its invigorating scent clears your mind, sharpens focus, and provides a quick burst of energy—ideal when you need to stay alert and productive. 

  • Peppermint also assists as a decongestant, helping relieve sinus pressure. 

• Lemon Myrtle: With its uplifting citrus aroma, Lemon Myrtle offers a refreshing burst that not only clears mental fog but also promotes calmness.

  • Its high citral content works to energize and relieve stress.

  • Known for its natural antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties, it can help calm inflammation in your sinuses, relieving congestion and enabling you to breathe easier.

• Eucalyptus: A beloved oil for respiratory relief, Eucalyptus offers cooling, purifying benefits.

  • It’s perfect for clearing nasal passages and promoting clearer breathing, while also helping to reduce tension.

  • Its cooling effect can help clear your airways while refreshing your senses.  

RENEW: Reinvigorate Your Mind and Body

Best for: Our Renew Shower Steamer is best for emotional renewal, recharging after a long day, emotional and hormonal balance or restoring a sense of calm.

Ingredients:

• Grapefruit: Grapefruit essential oil is invigorating and refreshing, promoting mental clarity, lifts your spirits, and provides an energising effect.

  • It helps reduce stress levels, leaving you feeling lighter and more focused.

  • With its mood-balancing and anxiety-reducing effects, Grapefruit can be especially helpful during emotionally challenging times like menopause and perimenopause.

• Rose Geranium: The floral scent of Rose Geranium is not only uplifting but also known for its emotional balancing properties.

  • It works wonders for restoring emotional equilibrium, boosting positivity, and brightening your mood.

  • Rose Geranium essential oil can help ease brain fog and feelings of calmness. It is known to balance the body and mind, promoting an overall sense of tranquillity. 

• Cedarwood: Known for its grounding and calming properties, Cedarwood helps reduce anxiety and stress while promoting mental clarity.

  • It’s the perfect addition when you need to find your center and refocus.

  • Cedarwood can be particularly helpful during times of menopause and perimenopause due to its calming and relaxing properties, helping to stabilise mood.

• Clary Sage: Clary Sage is a fantastic oil for calming nerves, and lifting spirits. Its calming scent creates a soothing atmosphere, helping you feel grounded and at peace.

  • Clary Sage can also help alleviate menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes, providing much-needed comfort during this transition.

• Frankincense: Often associated with spiritual wellness, Frankincense essential oil promotes relaxation and mindfulness.

  • Its earthy, spicy aroma helps clear the mind and restore balance, making it perfect for moments of reflection or emotional challenges. 

RELAX: Unwind with Calming Aromas

Best for: Our Relax Shower Steamer is perfect for de-stressing after a busy day, enhancing sleep, or simply enjoying some down time to yourself.

Ingredients:

• Lavender: Lavender is renowned for its calming properties.

  • Known to reduce stress and anxiety, lavender essential oil helps create a peaceful environment, making it easier for you to relax.

  • Its soothing scent will let the day’s tensions melt away.

• Bergamot: Uplifting and mood-enhancing, Bergamot’s fresh citrusy aroma can help improve your emotional well-being and boost your spirits.

  • It’s perfect for relieving stress and creating a balanced, positive atmosphere. 

• Ylang Ylang: With its sweet, floral scent, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil promotes relaxation by calming the nervous system.

  • It is also known for its mood-lifting properties, making it an excellent choice for emotional balance and tranquility.

FAQ’s

How long do shower steamers last?

Each shower steamer lasts for 5-10 minutes however can also last about 2-3 uses, depending on the size of your shower and the amount of steam. The more water directly applied, the quicker the oils are released.

Where should I place the shower steamer?

Place your shower steamer in the corner of your shower to allow the essential oils to diffuse effectively, without being in the direct stream of water.

When is the best time to use shower steamers?

Use your shower steamer whenever you need a mood boost, a moment of relaxation, or a refreshing pick-me-up—whether in the morning to start your day or in the evening to wind down.

Can they make the shower floor slippery?

Due to the essential oils within the shower steamers, it can cause the shower floor to become slippery. It is best to use a non-slip mat to ensure safety, put the shower steamer on a small dish and keep in the corner. 

Can shower steamers be used in a bath?

It is not recommended to be used in a bath due to the levels of essential oils within the shower steamers. If in contact with skin for too long, it can cause skin irritation and sensitisation. 

Enhance Your Shower Experience with Zea's Shower Steamers

Next time you step into the shower, take a deep breath, unwind, and allow the magic of Zea’s natural shower steamers to transform your space. If you're unsure of which shower steamer is for you, our Shower Steamer Trio is the perfect kit to trial all three aromatherapy steamers.

Transform your daily shower with Zea's Australian-made aromatherapy shower steamers. Natural essential oils for relaxation, energy & wellness. Free shipping over $79 AUD. ★★★★★

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