what are bath bombs used for

What is a Bath Bomb?

Bath bombs, also known as bath fizzers, are dry ingredients designed to effervesce once in contact with warm water. Once they hit the water, they release Essential Oils, scents, colors, and bubbles to elevate your bath experience. Bath bombs can help condition the skin and soothe sore muscles. Additionally, they may help detoxify and relax the body and mind.

The main ingredients of the bath bomb:

• Baking soda
• Citric acid
• Epsom salts
• Fragrance oils
• Colourants
• Surfactants

How Does it Work?

The “bomb” aspect of a bath bomb is the fizziness. But what’s going on in those spheres that make them so fizzy? Two of the key ingredients to a bath bomb are citric acid and sodium bicarbonate. You might also know sodium bicarbonate by its more common name, baking soda. These two ingredients are what cause the impressive and delightful fizz when the bath bomb enters the water.
When sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) comes in contact with water, the sodium (Na) molecules break off from the bicarbonate (HCO3). At the same time, the citric acid is dissolving, with a single hydrogen ion (H+) separating from the rest of the molecule. Another reaction happens when the released hydrogen ion from the citric acid encounters the bicarbonate from the baking soda! This time, carbon dioxide (CO2) gas is released as one of the end products. The carbon dioxide forms bubbles in the soap and bath water and rushes to the surface with a delightful fizz.

What Are The Benefits Of Bath Bombs?

• Beyond being fun additions to baths, bath bombs offer real skincare advantages:
• Hydration - Ingredients like oils and butter moisturize and replenish skin.
• Relaxation - Essential oils provide aromatherapy benefits to reduce stress.
• Cleansing - Baking soda and Epsom salt draw out impurities and detoxify.
• Exfoliation - Gently removes dead cells for smoother, softer skin texture.
• Soothing - Aloe and oats calm irritated or inflamed skin and reduce redness.
• Circulation - Effervescence massages and promotes healthy blood flow for a natural glow.
• Self-Care - The indulgent experience uplifts mood and provides a mental/emotional break.

How to use Bath Bomb At Home

1. Fill your tub with water that's comfortable to the touch.  You should be able to dip your hand into the water and leave it there comfortably for up to 10 seconds.

2. Don't fill your tub straight to the top—you could lose some of your beautiful bath bomb water when you get in.

3. Drop in the handmade bath bomb of your dreams and enjoy the show.  Some have hidden sparkle, a blend of colours, gorgeous fragrances and more.  Watch the magic unfold.

4. Get in and enjoy!  Now's the perfect time to kick back, throw on a mask, put on a podcast, and take some time for yourself.