Taking a relaxing bath is more complicated that you think

Few things are as relaxing as a good long soak in a hot bath, but unless you're somebody who does it all the time (anybody?) you may not know exactly how to brew yourself the perfect experience. Some keys to a great bath include:

• Temperature 97º-99º is perfect. If it's too hot you're only stressing your system as your body tries to cool itself down.
• Music It's good for everything else, so why not your bath too?
• Lighting Lower the lights and if you can soak in candlelight. Lower lighting causes your brain to release melatonin, which helps you relax.
  
• Sink in! Sink down in the water as far as you can -- even until just your face is sticking out. The more of you that's in contact with the water the greater the overall benefit is.

There are even more great tips from Women's Health here, and I can say I am so totally inspired to do this!