
How Shower Steamers Work
Customize the Strength
Our shower steamers can be broken in half or into quarters. Smaller pieces release fragrance more gently and can help your steamer last through multiple showers.
Each quarter generally lasts between 5-12 minutes, depending on its placement on the shower floor and how close it is to the direct water stream.
Activated with Water
Place the desired amount near the water’s edge in the shower, out of the main stream but where it will still be hit by water. As the steamer gets wet, baking soda and citric acid react to release essential oils into the warm steam of your shower.
A Burst of Aromatherapy
As the steamer dissolves, the essential oils disperse into the rising steam, filling your shower with refreshing aromatherapy.
A Steady, Lasting Fizz
Ingredients like cream of tartar and cornstarch help slow the reaction slightly, allowing the steamer to release fragrance more gradually. This lets you relax and enjoy your shower and the benefits of aromatherapy for a longer amount of time.
Shower Steamer FAQs
What is a Shower Steamer?
⟡ A Shower Steamer is a fizzy tablet made with natural ingredients and enhanced with essential oils, menthol, or fragrance. When placed in the shower, it dissolves and releases a burst of aroma, creating a spa-like experience without needing to fill a bath.
⟡ To use, unwrap and break the tablet into halves (or quarters). Place desired amount near the water’s edge in the shower, out of the main stream but where it will still be hit by water.
How long will each Shower Steamer last?
⟡ We recommend breaking the tablet in half for a stronger aroma, or into quarters for a more subtle scent. Each quarter generally lasts between 5-12 minutes, depending on its placement on the shower floor and how close it is to the direct water stream. Using more of the Steamer will increase the duration of the steam.
Can I use Shower Steamers if I have Sensitive Skin?
⟡ Shower Steamers are generally safe for most skin types since they aren’t applied directly to the skin.
⟡ If using our Cool Menthol Shower Steamer, please take care to avoid contact with your eyes or sensitive areas.
This information is provided for general guidance and is not intended as a medical claim.
Can I use a Shower Steamer in the bath?
⟡ No, Shower Steamers are specially formulated for use in the shower, where they activate with steam and water flow. They are not for use in the bath.
⟡ Try our Bath Bombs instead!
Are you products free from gluten and other allergens?
⟡ Our products are gluten-free, providing a safe option for individuals with gluten sensitivities or allergies. We do not intentionally add any dairy or nut-containing ingredients. However, we cannot guarantee that our ingredients or products haven't come into contact with other allergens. For detailed information, refer to the specific ingredient lists available on each product page.
What fragrances and colorants do you use?
⟡ We are a family with sensitive skin and endocrine systems. It’s actually why we started our product line! We’re very mindful about our ingredients and carefully choose oils, butters, and other components that are safe, gentle, and effective. We have done our research to find top-tier fragrance oils.
⟡ We use high-quality essential oils and the cleanest fragrance oils that comply with California’s Prop 65 regulations, ensuring they are free from phthalates, parabens, sulfates, formaldehyde, and other harmful chemicals.
⟡ For coloring, we use natural colorants like indigo, turmeric, and oxides that are naturally derived from the earth, as well as skin-safe micas that are chosen specifically because they cannot be absorbed into your skin and will rinse off easily.
⟡ Additionally, we offer a Sensitive Skin Line with no added fragrances or colorants.
⟡ Please refer to each product page for specific ingredient information, and contact us for any further questions.
Is Buttermood Cruelty Free?
⟡ Absolutely. We are animal lovers and have never, and will never, test our products on animals. Every product we create is carefully tested by us first to make sure it meets our standards before it is ever offered to customers.
⟡ As a fun bonus, our Simply Plain Lotion Drops actually make a great paw butter for dry puppy paws. After years of trusting it on our own skin, we figured it was good enough for our puppy too.🐾