How We Make Our Bath Bombs

Bath bombs can add a little zest and fun to a soothing self-care ritual, but they typically cost $5-$15 each, which can add up quickly. Fortunately, you don't have to spend your hard-earned money on this delightful indulgence if you choose to make your own bath bombs at home. The process is pretty simple (it takes just about 20 minutes, plus a day or two of drying time) and can be a relaxing and creative activity, as you can customize them with the scents and colors you like best. With this basic recipe, creating bath bombs should be pretty easy, and you'll be sudsing in a colorful, scented bath in no time.

What You’ll Need When Making DIY Bath Bombs?

1 cup baking soda
1/2 cup citric acid (as an alternative, use the same amount of either lemon juice, cream of tartar, buttermilk powder, or 1/4 cup each of baking powder and apple cider vinegar)
1/2 cup Epsom salt
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 tbsp. water
2 tsp. essential oil (lavender, eucalyptus, rose, orange, and lemongrass are popular for the bath)
2 tbsp. oil (jojoba, sweet almond, coconut, olive, or even baby oil)
A few drops of food coloring
A mold of your choice, such as regular or mini-muffin tins, candy pans, or round plastic molds specifically for bath bombs
Optional: dried flowers or sugar cake decorations, like flowers or stars

How To Make Our Bath Bombs?

Step 1: With the exception of the citric acid, mix the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Pour all of the liquid ingredients into a jar with a top. Close the jar and shake it vigorously.
Step 3: Pour the liquid mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients, and use your hands to combine and meld together. At this point, add the citric acid. You'll probably notice a slight fizzing reaction because of the citric acid. No need to panic, as this is normal.
The mixture should be a bit crumbly (similar to the consistency of wet beach sand). Whatever you do, don't add water at this stage, or the bath bomb will fizz prematurely and be ruined.
Step 4: Mash the mixture into your chosen molds very tightly. You can overfill the molds slightly and use a spoon or glass to press the mixture in as tightly as possible. Immediately loosen the bombs from their molds onto wax paper and let them dry overnight.
Step 5: Give the bath bombs a day or two to completely dry before using them or wrapping them up as gifts.
Step 6: Pop one in the bathtub, enjoy the burst of colors and fizz and inhale the released aromas. Turn on some of your favorite music or a podcast to accompany you while you soak, or simply slide into the bath and enjoy all of your hard work.

How to Store Your Bath Bombs?

• Wrap in plastic or bags to protect from humidity and maintain freshness.
• Keep away from UV light, which can degrade quality over time. Use dark tinted containers.
• Separate different scents to prevent mingling of fragrances. Don't mix.
• Ensure bombs are completely dry before packaging to avoid pressure buildup.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and sunlight.

How to use a Bath Bomb?

There are certain steps one must take to have an extraordinary bath experience.  Before I begin, I must stress that your bathtub MUST be clean!  Please do not sit in a dirty tub.  Also, you’ll want to set the scene.  Light some candles and turn your bath time into a planned out solo date night with yourself!
Step One: Plug the tub and turn on the water to your desired temperature.
Step Two: Let the bathtub fill up halfway.
Step Three: Once the tub is filled halfway, hold your bath bomb under the faucet to dissolve the bomb and properly bubble.
Step Four: Turn off the faucet, and sink into the tub.  Be sure to avoid your eyes, and do not drink your bathwater.
Step Five: Once you have relaxed and are ready to exit, unplug the tub, and allow the water to drain.
Step Six: Rinse off the bomb and pat yourself dry.

Step Seven: Rinse the tub and scrub clean to avoid any dyes ruining the bathtub.

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