Bath bombs are luxurious bath accessories that create a wonderful relaxing bath experience. The DIY bath bombs are always a good choice for a private sauna or a spa in your home. A soothing fragrance, more bubbles, and a touch of luxury, all of these in one bath bomb!
You can easily make your own version of these cute and round DIY bath bombs at your home. DIY bath bombs are made of very few ingredients readily available at any of your nearest markets or shops.
1. What Are Bath Bombs, Exactly?
Bath bombs are nothing but round-shaped water sizzlers that are made with a composition of fragrant essential oils, citric acid, and sodium bicarbonate that dissolve in water. When added to a tub of water, these fizzy little beauties quickly dissolve and tickle the nose with their invigorating scent before releasing gorgeous color into the bathwater.
There are many other benefits of using bath bombs, for example, soaking in the hot water keeps you hydrated and moisturized. It also helps you sleep better and get your body rid of any funky smells.
In addition to lavender being known for its ability to relax the mind, other ingredients such as Epsom salts and essential oils can also be used in order to achieve a sense of relaxation. These ingredients have been shown to decrease heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature while providing a mood uplift.
No matter your skin type, you’ll find the beneficial ingredients inside bath bombs to leave them feeling soft, supple, and silky. Yes, they’ll cleanse your skin, but the ingredients inside will also pamper and soothe it.
As the traditional spherical shape has become more and more common in the bath bomb scene, it’s not uncommon to find bath bombs that come in a variety of shapes – oval, heart, cubes, and with some really unique motifs. Find some very simple and cost-effective DIY bath bomb recipes here that are really easy to make. Start collecting some simple ingredients and combining them, modifying them, or adding your own twist to these DIY bath bomb recipes. You’ll have fun doing so!
2. 5 DIY Bath Bombs Recipes
2.1. Easy DIY Bath Bombs
If you are making bath bombs for the very first time and your key ingredient is baking soda, citric acid, and oil, you would need to plan ahead – this won’t be hard because these ingredients can be found easily.
2.1.1. Ingredients Required
The key ingredients required for this recipe of bath bombs include
- baking soda- 1 cup;
- citric acid (you can replace with the same amount of either lemon juice, cream of tartar, buttermilk powder, or apple cider vinegar); water-3/4 tablespoon;
- Epsom salt- 1/2 cup;
- corn starch-1/2 cup;
- essential oil- 2 teaspoons (you can use any essential oil of your own choice);
- some coconut oil;
- food coloring;
- bath bomb molds or you can use any shape of a mold of your choice.
2.1.2. DIY Bath Bomb-Making Instructions
– Mix baking soda, citric acid, cornstarch, and Epsom salt together by using a whisk. If you touch the dough, it should stick to your hands but still hold its shape.
– Now add the wet ingredients including essential oil and melted coconut oil to another container and whisk them together until they are properly mixed.
– Add wet ingredients with the dry ingredients cautiously and very gently.
– Mix and stir the dry mixture very gently. Then use your hands to make a soft dough, much like wet sand.
– Pour the mix into the mold and press gently. Make sure the two halves of the mold are properly attached together. Scrape out the excess mix from the mold.
– Allow the mixture to set and then tap the molds gently to release the bath bombs.
– Now leave the bath bombs to set for at least 24 hours. Use them as you like. Add them to water and let them dissolve and fizz.
2.2. DIY Bath Bombs For Kids
If you are looking to surprise your children and make their bathing experience as fun as possible, you might be interested in making this easy-to-follow DIY bath bomb recipe for them.
2.2.1. Ingredients Required
This very easy bath bomb recipe includes
- baking soda- 1 cup;
- citric acid-1/4 cup;
- essential oils safe for kids- 1 tablespoon (lavender oil or chamomile oil);
- some soap color;
- water- 2 tablespoons and
- bath bomb molds.
2.2.2. Instructions For Kids DIY Bath Bombs
– Mix baking soda and citric acid properly in a bowl and make the dry base of the bath bombs.
– Now add some drops of essential oil to the dry base and mix gently. If you are using soap colors, you can use them now. Add a few drops to the mix and stir.
– Add a few drops of water to the dry base and mix gently using your hands until it has a wet, sand-like texture.
– Now pour this bath bomb mixture into the molds and press them.
– Allow the mix to stand for about one day before it is ready to use.
2.3. DIY Bath Bombs For Sensitive Skin
Commercial bath bombs are increasing in popularity, but they often contain potentially harmful artificial ingredients. Consider making your own safer alternative to commercial bath DIY bombs with a few ingredients you can find at home.
2.3.1. Ingredients Required
Citric acid is not recommended for this bath bomb recipe as it is a potential skin irritant. The recipe has the following ingredients:
- baking soda- 1/2 cup;
- cream of tartar- 1/8 cup;
- arrowroot powder- 1/4 cup;
- sunflower oil-6 tablespoons;
- sea salt or pink Himalayan salt- 1/8 cup;
- essential oils- 10 to 20 drops and
- some molds.
2.3.2. Instructions for Sensitive Skin DIY Bath Bombs
– Whisk all the dry ingredients (baking soda, cream of tartar, arrowroot powder, and salt) first and check for any clumps or clusters of powders.
– Mix the essential oils and oils together. You can modify the amounts of essential oils to get your own choice of fragrance.
– Mix all the wet and dry ingredients together.
– Make sure to add the wet ingredients or oils to the dry ingredients slowly. Use a whisk to mix them gently to achieve the proper consistency.
– When it is ready to use for the molds, pour it into the molds and press them gently using your hands. Use your bath bombs when they are completely dry and ready.
2.4. DIY Bath Bombs With Only 3 Ingredients
The main goal of this simple tutorial is to use very few ingredients that are absolutely necessary: baking soda, citric acid, bath oil, or essential oil.
2.4.1. Ingredients Required
- Baking Soda- 100 Grams;
- Citric Acid-50 to 75 Grams;
- Any bath oil of your choice;
- cornstarch to hold the ingredients together;
- bath bomb mold, and
- some Epsom salt (optional).
2.4.2. Instructions for 3-Ingredient DIY Bath Bombs
– Combine baking soda and citric acid in a medium size bowl and mix them well together. To get rid of lumps you can strain the whole dry mixture using a strainer.
– Add the bath oil of your choice to this dry mixture and mix them properly using your hands.
– Continue to add the bath oil until you achieve the right consistency for the mixture.
– Then use the bath bomb molds and add the mixture to the molds. Leave the mixture to dry for at least one day or until they are ready to use.
2.5. DIY Bath Bombs With Natural Ingredients Only
The all-natural DIY bath bombs are free of any harmful chemicals or toxic ingredients, and they are environmentally friendly. Plants have provided us with so many resources for beautiful scents and natural herbs.
2.5.1. Ingredients Required
Safe to use on sensitive skin, these bath bomb recipe contains many ingredients that are natural and herbal.
- Baking soda-2 cups;
- citric acid- 1 cup; 100% pure witch hazel;
- essential oils -10 to 20 drops; color- 1/2 teaspoon (any natural colorant including spirulina for green color, turmeric for yellow color, alkanet for purple or red);
- bath bomb molds.
2.5.2. Instructions for All-Natural DIY Bath Bombs
– Assemble baking soda and citric acid to make the dry ingredient.
– Now, slowly add the natural colorant to this and mix it using your hands.
– Next, pour the essential oils and mix quickly. You can use a whisk to make the task easier.
– Spray some witch hazel into the mixture and combine all the ingredients by mixing with your hands.
– Pour the mixture tightly into the molds and press them gently using your hands.
– Now, let the bath bombs settle for 5–10 minutes in the mold, after which you can remove the molds and let the bath bombs dry until they are ready to use. Be sure to dry them properly before using them.
If you are looking for the ultimate comfort on your hard-earned spa day or you want to simply indulge in a breathtaking bath time, you can simply make these DIY bath bombs at your own convenience and enjoy them while they fizz and last!
Last Updated on by Himani Rawat