How to make a bath bomb.

Hey readers,

Nothing feels better than a soothing dip after a demanding day. 

One of life's minor pleasures can be elevated by adding a bath bomb to the water.

 The spheres fizz and dissolve in warm water, leaving skin velvety and smooth.

 They are constructed of a mixture of calming oils and lovely smells. Self-care, right there!

What's best? It's simple to make your own bath bombs. Only a few simple items and the instructions below are required. 

With adult supervision, this project is also great for children. 

Just think of the fun they'll have picking out different colours to make their bath bomb stand out.

Not to mention the scented oils, attractive accents (like dried flowers, rose petals, or orange peels), and shapes (otherwise known as moulds) that'll give their fizzy mixture character. 

Just be aware that the bath bomb takes up to four hours to fully solidify.

Here is a recipe for making a bath bomb:

Ingredients.

* 1 cup baking soda. 

* 1/2 cup citric acid. 

* 1/2 cup cornstarch. 

* 1/4 cup Epsom salt (optional). 

* 2 tablespoons of emollient oil, such as coconut oil, jojoba oil, or sweet almond oil. 

* 3/4 tablespoon water. 

* 10-15 drops essential oil. 

* Food colouring (optional). 

* Bath bomb moulds. 

Method.

1. In a large bowl, combine the baking soda, citric acid, cornstarch, and Epsom salt (if using).

2. In a separate bowl, combine the emollient oil, water, and essential oil.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

4. If you are using food colouring, add a few drops to the mixture and mix until evenly distributed.

5. Press the mixture into the bath bomb moulds.

6. Let the bath bombs dry for at least 24 hours before using.

Tips. 

* Use a whisk to mix the dry ingredients together. This will help to prevent the citric acid from activating too early.

* Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients slowly, mixing until just combined. 

If you add the wet ingredients too quickly, the bath bombs will fizz and crumble.

* If you are using a mould with a lot of detail, you may need to pack the mixture in more tightly.

* Let the bath bombs dry in a cool, dry place. If the weather is humid, the bath bombs may take longer to dry.

* Once the bath bombs are dry, they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Enjoy your fizzy bath bombs!

Cheers for reading X