How to Make Bath Bombs at Home With All-Natural Ingredients

Bath bombs are a fun and easy way to add a luxurious touch to your bathtime routine. These fizzy, fragrant balls of relaxing scents and fun colors are not only easy to make but also make great DIY gifts for family and friends. Plus, you can personalize them with herbs, essential oils, and colors to create a unique gift for anyone.

In this blog post, we’ll explain how to make your own bath bombs at home. We’ll also list all the ingredients you need and share some extra tips for success. So, let’s get started!

Ingredients

• 1 cup baking soda
• ½ cup citric acid
• ½ cup Epsom salt
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1-2 teaspoons essential oil
• Food coloring (optional)
• Spray bottle filled with water

Step 1: Combine Dry Ingredients

Add baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salt, and cornstarch to a large bowl. Mix well with a whisk or fork until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 2: Melt Coconut Oil

Now melt the coconut oil in a separate bowl. You can do this the traditional way on the stove or with 10-15 intervals in the microwave, stirring in between so the oil melts evenly. Let it cool down for a few minutes.

Step 3: Add Essential Oils and Food Coloring

Once the coconut oil has cooled, add 1-2 teaspoons of your favorite essential oil and a few drops of food coloring, if desired. Mix well.

Step 4: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while mixing with a whisk or fork. Continue mixing until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 5: Add Water

Using a spray bottle, lightly spray the mixture with water while continuing to mix. Be sure to mix well and spray only a little water at a time, as too much water can cause the mixture to fizz prematurely. The mixture should be the consistency of damp sand and should clump together with pressure.

Step 6: Mold the Bath Bombs

Using a bath bomb mold or a muffin tin lined with plastic wrap, pack the mixture tightly into the mold, pressing down firmly. Let the molds sit for a few hours or overnight to allow the bath bombs to dry and harden.

Step 7: Remove From Molds

Once the bath bombs have dried, gently remove them from the molds. If using a muffin tin, gently lift the plastic wrap to release the bath bombs.

Step 8: Store and Enjoy

Store the bath bombs in an airtight container or bag until ready to use. When ready, drop one or two bath bombs into a warm bath and watch them fizz and release their fragrant scents.

Tips for Success

If you’re running into problems when making all-natural bath bombs at home, here are some tips for success:

• Mix the wet and dry ingredients slowly to avoid premature fizzing
• Use high-quality essential oils for a more fragrant bath bomb
• If the mixture is too dry, add a few more sprays of water with the spray bottle
• If the bath bombs crack when you remove them from the mold, you may have packed the mixture too tightly