DIY: How To Make Homemade Bath Bombs (page 3)

DIY: How To Make Homemade Bath Bombs

Posted by Alexandra C. | Monday January 2, 2012

After the stress of the holidays (and not to mention that late night New Years Eve bash), you need some time to decompress. Is there any better remedy for your stress than a warm, therapeutic bath?

I don't think so! So, with that in mind, we have an easy to follow and simple to recreate DIY bath bomb recipe. You and your body will thank me, when you're slipping into an aromatic tub that lifts away all the tension!

Here's what you'll need:

1/2 cup citric acid (available at most grocery stores)
1 cup baking soda
3/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup sugar
Food colouring
Essential oil (of your choice)

Equipment
Spray bottle
Silicone ice cube tray

Step 1: Add dry ingredients

Stir together citric acid, baking soda, and cornstarch in a large glass measuring cup. Using a sifter, scoop up the mixture and pass it through in the same bowl, to get rid of any large clumps and make sure it is well mixed. Stir in sugar.

Step 2: Add colour and scent

Fill a small spray bottle with water and add food coloring. Lightly spritz the mixture, making sure not to dampen it too much or it will fizz. Try using the bottle to spritz in light layers from a distance.

Add essential oil in drops until strength of scent is to your liking. Stir with a spoon to distribute the scent and then using your hands (or a spoon), alternate between mixing and spritzing on more colour until the colour is even throughout and it is the shade you want. The mixture may be crumbly but should be packable.

Step 3: Let dry

Spoon into ice-cube tray, pressing firmly. Let dry at room temperature overnight. Pop out of tray gently.

These bath bombs also make a fabulous gift for a loved one (or yourself)! Try and have fun with different colours, scents and by using different shaped trays! Have fun!

(recipe adapted via marthastewart.com)

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35 Comments

	on January 04, 2012 takanikki 2,265 said: This would be such a great project. :O
	on January 04, 2012 AlexJC 50 said: I had a peppermint essential oil so I used that, but I think a lavender or maybe orange would be nice! You can find essential oils in health food stores or a grocery stores that caters to gourmet or healthier type foods. I went to my local health food store in Toronto called Your Good Health- they average about $7-9, some cost more than others. Hope this helps!
	on January 04, 2012 Danip467 250 said: Ok what are the best essential oils to use, or your own concoctional mix? I would probably start with mint....
	on January 03, 2012 so_adorkable_ 2,602 said: I wanna make some of these but Im not sure where to buy the oils, any suggestions?
	on January 03, 2012 AlexJC 50 said: @LisaDrew I found mine at a health food store- sometimes aromatherapy type shops will carry them too!
	on January 03, 2012 LisaDrew 2,288 said: Ohhh, I can't wait to make these, they would really make great gifts! Where would I find the essential oils?
	on January 03, 2012 AlexJC 50 said: @Bren581 I found citric acid in the spices section of my local grocery store- the one I went to is more of a 'specialty/gourmet' store, which could explain it. I have also seen it at bulk food or baking stores (Bulk Barn). Try a health food store as well! Good luck!
	on January 03, 2012 spoony 10,944 said: that is awesome! I'm so going to try making these.
	on January 02, 2012 MissLissa 3,972 said: This is such a wonderful gift idea! I am going to start making more things at home instead of buying all the time. It's fun and super cute.
	on January 02, 2012 Bren 26,031 said: @Alex-Where(what section) did you find citric acid in the grocery store?I have always had to go buy it at wine making shops.This is great that you can buy it in grocery stores I hope I can find it there.