Our Shower Steamers Got Bigger: 3 oz, 4 Scents, and What Else Changed
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Our shower steamers got an overhaul this fall. They're bigger, there are 4 new scents, and the way you buy them is simpler. If you've ordered them before, here's what's different and why.
What Changed
- They're 3 oz each. That's about 3 times the size of the old 1 oz ones.
- There are 4 scents, named for how they feel: Refresh, Unwind, Wake Up and Grounded.
- The color comes from clay. No dyes and no mica.
- You can buy one, a Sampler, or a 4-Pack, plus a gift set with a bamboo tray.
- Timber & Tides is retired.
Why We Made Them Bigger
The most common complaint about shower steamers, ours included, is that they don't last. A small steamer gets splashed once and it's gone. So we went up to 3 oz and built a new mold to press them. Kept out of the direct spray, one now lasts about 2 to 3 showers.
The 4 Scents
We named them for the kind of shower you're having, then listed the scent right after so you always know what's inside.
- Refresh: Eucalyptus Mint. Peppermint, eucalyptus and our strongest menthol. Cool and crisp. This is the one for people who want to feel the steam.
- Unwind: Lavender. Lavender with cedarwood and a little sweet orange. Soft, for evening showers.
- Wake Up: Citrus. Orange, grapefruit, lemon and a touch of peppermint. Bright, for mornings.
- Grounded: Cedar & Pine. Cedarwood, pine, orange and eucalyptus. Woodsy and clean, and a good pick for anyone who finds most bath products too floral.
Two Strengths, on Purpose
Refresh is made on a full-menthol base, about 4 times the menthol of the others. Unwind, Wake Up and Grounded use a lighter base so you can actually smell the lavender, the citrus or the cedar instead of just the menthol. If strong scents are a lot for you, start with Unwind.
Colored With Clay
Each scent has its own pale color: blue for Refresh, purple for Unwind, yellow for Wake Up and green for Grounded. The color comes from cosmetic clay instead of dye, so it rinses away with the shower water. It also makes the Sampler easy to sort at a glance.
Still Coconut-Free
None of the 4 contain coconut oil or anything coconut-derived. If you shop our coconut-free collection, the steamers fit right in.
How to Buy Them Now
- Single steamer, $5.99: one of any scent. Good for stockings and small thank-yous.
- Sampler, $18.99: 1 of each scent. Start here if you haven't picked a favorite.
- 4-Pack, $18.99: 4 of one scent, once you know what you like.
- Gift Set, $24.99: one of each scent plus a bamboo steamer tray, in a white wooden box.
If you're new to shower steamers, the guide to shower steamers covers how they work, and shower steamers vs. bath bombs helps if you're deciding between the two.
Questions We Actually Get Asked
Are the old scents coming back?
No. Timber & Tides and the earlier scents are retired. If you liked Timber & Tides, try Grounded. It's the closest of the new four.
Why is a pack 4 steamers now instead of 6?
Each steamer is 3 oz, about 3 times the old size. A 4-Pack holds 12 oz of steamer, about twice what the old 6-pack held.
Can I use them in the bath?
No. They're made for the shower only. Set one on the shower floor or a tray, out of the direct spray.
