How to Make Homemade Bath Bombs: Easy DIY Recipes for A Soothing Treat
If you’re someone who loves taking baths, you’ve probably heard of bath bombs. These small, fizzy balls of goodness not only make your bath look and smell amazing, but they can also provide a variety of benefits for your skin and body.
While store-bought bath bombs can be expensive and often contain harsh chemicals, making your own homemade bath bombs is an easy and affordable alternative. In this article, we will share with you some simple recipes and instructions for making your own natural and chemical-free bath bombs using ingredients such as baking soda, citric acid, and essential oils.
Before we dive into the recipes, let’s first go over the basic ingredients and equipment you’ll need to make homemade bath bombs.
Ingredients:
- Baking soda
- Citric acid
- Epsom salt
- Cornstarch (optional)
- Essential oils
- Water or witch hazel
- Food colouring (optional)
Equipment:
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Bath bomb molds
Now that you have an idea of what you’ll need, let’s move on to some simple bath bomb recipes.
Lavender and Eucalyptus Bath Bombs
This recipe uses lavender and eucalyptus essential oils, which are both known for their relaxing and soothing properties. The combination of these two oils creates a refreshing and calming scent that is perfect for unwinding after a long day.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid
- 1/2 cup Epsom salt
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2-3 drops lavender essential oil
- 2-3 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- Water or witch hazel
- Purple food colouring (optional)
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salt, and cornstarch.
- Add 2-3 drops each of lavender and eucalyptus essential oils to the dry mixture and stir well.
- If desired, add a few drops of purple food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
- Slowly add water or witch hazel to the mixture, a little at a time, while whisking constantly. The mixture should start to clump together when squeezed in your hand, but not be too wet or sticky.
- Firmly pack the mixture into bath bomb molds and allow them to dry for at least 24 hours before using.
To use, simply drop one bath bomb into warm running water in your bathtub and watch it fizz and dissolve, releasing the relaxing scent and moisturising ingredients.
Peppermint and Rosemary Bath Bombs
This recipe uses peppermint and rosemary essential oils, which are both known for their invigorating and uplifting properties. The combination of these two oils creates a refreshing and energising scent that is perfect for a morning or midday bath.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid
- 1/2 cup Epsom salt
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil
- 2-3 drops of rosemary essential oil
- Water or witch hazel
- Green food colouring (optional)
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salt, and cornstarch.
- 2. Add 2-3 drops each of peppermint and rosemary essential oils to the dry mixture and stir well.
- If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
- Slowly add water or witch hazel to the mixture, a little at a time, while whisking constantly. The mixture should start to clump together when squeezed in your hand, but not be too wet or sticky.
- Firmly pack the mixture into bath bomb molds and allow them to dry for at least 24 hours before using.
To use, simply drop one bath bomb into warm running water in your bathtub and enjoy the refreshing and energising scent.
Making your own homemade bath bombs is a fun and rewarding DIY project that can provide a variety of benefits for your skin and body. By using natural and chemical-free ingredients such as baking soda, citric acid, and essential oils, you can create unique and personalised bath bombs that are tailored to your preferences and needs. With the recipes and instructions provided, you can get started on your own bath bomb making journey and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of these small but mighty bath accessories.
If you enjoyed this DIY skincare project, take a look at our collection of recipes for body scrubs, bath salts, and lip balms.
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