How to use a shower steamer (and make it last the whole shower)
By the Esteam team · 19 October 2026 · 4 min read
Quick answer
To use a shower steamer, snap it to release the essential oils, then place it on the shower floor or in a holder just outside the direct spray. Let a little water reach it so it fizzes slowly and releases scent into the steam. One Esteam steamer is made for one long shower.
What is a shower steamer?
A shower steamer is a solid tablet of essential oils made for the shower. When warm water reaches it, it fizzes and releases aromatherapy scent into the steam around you. It's the shower's answer to a bath bomb, designed for people who'd rather have a ten-minute shower than a forty-minute bath.
How to use a shower steamer in 5 steps
- Snap it. Break your Esteam steamer to activate the essential oils.
- Choose a spot outside the spray. The shower floor near your feet, a corner of the tray, or a Lotus Holder.
- Let a little water reach it. A splash starts the fizz; a constant stream washes it away.
- Breathe it in. Close the door or curtain so the steam and scent build up.
- Rinse away what's left. Anything remaining rinses down the drain.
Where should you put a shower steamer?
| Spot | Result |
|---|---|
| Directly under the spray | Dissolves in a minute or two, scent fades fast |
| Shower floor, just outside the spray | Steady fizz and scent for most of the shower |
| In a Lotus Holder | Lifted clear of the water, so it releases slowly for the whole shower |
How to make a shower steamer last longer
- Use a holder. The Esteam Lotus Holder keeps the steamer off the wet floor so it doesn't wash away early.
- Break it in half. Use one piece per shower and keep the rest somewhere dry.
- Store it sealed. Keep steamers away from bathroom humidity until you use them so the fragrance stays strong.
Which scent should you choose?
For a morning wake-up, try Eucalyptus, Rosemary or Peppermint. To wind down in the evening, choose Lavender or Camomile. Esteam also makes Jasmine, Rose, Tea Tree and Coconut, giving nine scents in total. Many people keep one of each so the right one is always to hand.
Frequently asked questions
Can you use a shower steamer in the bath?
No. Esteam shower steamers are made for the shower and aren't designed to be used as bath bombs.
How long does a shower steamer last?
One Esteam shower steamer is made for one long shower. Keeping it out of the direct spray, ideally in a Lotus Holder, stops it dissolving early.
What are Esteam shower steamers made from?
Natural, vegan and cruelty-free ingredients with essential oils and no synthetic dyes.
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