How to make your own bath bomb?

by LEFRAND LUCIE

A bath bomb and we relax

Bathing is a very popular moment of relaxation, especially after a long day or during a chill day. It is one of the best solutions to relax and forget everything around you. Contact with hot water allows you to evacuate all stress, anxiety and even depression. So imagine a good hot bath with a homemade effervescent bath ball, to color your water and give it a smell that you appreciate.


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But how do you make your own organic bath bomb?

Whenever possible, it is best to always favor homemade and zero waste. Healthier for you and the environment. Making your own organic bath bomb is an opportunity to avoid having to throw away packaging and above all you know what it contains, so it is more reassuring. You are the king or queen of the composition of this little bath bomb and as soon as it is made you can be proud of it. And it is a fun activity, easy to do and above all economical.
So, are you ready to make your own bath bomb?


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This bath bomb can bring you different effects according to your desires and needs, it can be relaxing, anti-stress, energizing etc... Once you have taken the one of your choice, you just have to put it in your hot bath and your bath bomb will dissolve bringing color and odor to your water.


HOMEMADE ORGANIC BATH BALL RECIPE

The essential and natural ingredients for a bath bomb:

  • sodium bicarbonate, for the foaming effect
  • citric acid, for the cleaning effect
  • cornstarch, for the binding effect
  • vegetable oil, for hydration
  • water in a spray bottle
  • essential oils, for the scent of your choice (optional)
  • food coloring, for the color of your choice (optional)
  • A silicone mold for the shape of your bath bomb

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Step 1: Mix the baking soda, citric acid and cornstarch in a bowl.

Step 2: Then add the vegetable oil of your choice and the food coloring. Mix until the color is well mixed throughout the preparation.

Step 3: Spray your mixture with water until you get the texture of wet sand. To see if it's ready, take a handful and form a bath ball, if it holds, you can put it in its mold.

Step 4: Put your dough in the mold of your choice and let it dry for between 4 and 6 hours.

Your organic bath bomb is ready to dissolve in your bath! And now that you know the recipe, it's up to you to choose the colors and scents of your choice.

Why are there oils in my bath bomb?

Essential and vegetable oils are important for the hydration and care of your skin but also for the virtues you are looking for in your bath bomb. For example:

  • For a relaxing bath you will opt for: essential oil of lavender, chamomile and mandarin.
  • For an invigorating bath bomb you will add: pearmint
  • For a slimming bath bomb: sage, cedar, geranium etc.
  • To care for your skin: palmarosa essential oil, ideal for regenerating and cleansing your skin.

Now that you know everything, it's up to you to make your own organic bath bomb for the moment of relaxation you need.

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If you liked this article, discover our article on the benefits of goat's milk soap for your skin. Just as perfect to accompany your moment of relaxation!

  

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