How To Make Lush Bath Bombs

What is Lush Bath Bombs?

If you are familiar with Lush brand body works then this copycat Lush bombs for the bath are just what you need to make at home and save on price! Lush is a store that sells amazing bath products. All of their products are handmade in batches and they are eco-friendly. They have several different options to choose from. My favorite thing to buy from Lush is their bath bombs. They are ball-shaped “bombs” that are meant to be dropped into the tub while you draw and then soak in the bath. They fizz and turn your bath water a fun color and they smell absolutely amazing.Well, I should say it was my favorite thing to buy. Thanks to this copycat recipe, I can make my own for just a fraction of the price! These make a great gift to give for birthdays, Christmas, or just because. Give the gift of relaxation and calm!

Ingredients You’ll Need

The recipe calls for just a few simple ingredients that are easy to find. If you plan to make a lot, you will save money by purchasing ingredients somewhere you can buy in bulk. Find these ingredients at your local grocery store.

Baking soda – Create fuzziness in the bathtub with baking soda as the main ingredient. The baking soda will help the bath bomb fizz as it hits the water. Cornstarch – This will help slow down the rate of the bath bomb fizzing away. Cornstarch is known as a stabilizer to keep the bath bomb from dissolving quickly. Coarse sea salt – Help your skin by using sea salt. Cream of tartar – Gives a soft texture that adds volume to the bomb. Coconut oil – Smooths your skin and gives the bath water a nice silky feeling. Flavor extract, scented oils, or essential oils – Choose your favorite fragrances or smells to make this bath bomb your favorite. Color dyes – Make your homemade bath bomb colorful by using color dyes or food coloring. Bath bomb molds or ice cube trays – Press your mixed ingredients together to make a fun mold that can be big or small.

Bath Bomb Instructions

This is such an easy DIY bath bomb recipe! The instructions are so simple and easy to follow with pantry staple ingredients you will have on hand. Simply combine the ingredients together, add color, and mold it into the shape you desire. It is that simple and fun!

It’s All About the Smells!

Best Essential Oils to Use for Bath Bombs

Essential oils work beautifully in bath bombs. Think Aromatherapy. There are so many oils to choose from, but here are a few we recommend to have on hand when making bath bombs. These are all great options for a relaxing bath time. Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. It is simply personal opinion and preference. Use essential oils with knowledge and caution.

Lavender – For a calm, relaxing bath, lavender is the way to go. Soaking in a lavender bath right before bed is ideal for a peaceful night’s sleep. Peppermint – Headaches, muscle aches, joint pain, stomach pains, and coughs can all be soothed with peppermint. Eucalyptus – A bath with eucalyptus is ideal for days you feel a little under the weather or a cold coming on. Citrus oils – Oils like wild orange, lime, grapefruit, and lemon tend to boost your mood and promote energy. Perfect for a morning bath!

Flavor Extract Ideas

We have also used food flavor extracts, the kind that you probably already have on hand for cooking, and they worked perfectly. If you do use flavor extract, you need to use more than scented oils. One tablespoon of the flavored extract is as potent as one teaspoon of scented oil.When we made the bath bombs with flavor extract we had fun combining some of the flavors. We made up an orange creamsicle using an orange and vanilla batch, a coconut almond batch, and a cherry almond batch. They all smell so good!

Fun Ideas for Kids

If you are making bath bombs for kids there are some fun variations that you can try! Kids are always fun to surprise and make special bombs for. Try these fun ideas for a little extra to add to your homemade bath bomb recipe.

Add some shine – Add a little glitter or sparkles to the mix. Surprises – Add a fun prize in the center of the mold that they can find when the bath bomb dissolves. Mini toys, rings, charms, and secret messages all make fun prizes that kids will be excited to uncover. Smell good – Use sweet scents that kids love like cotton candy and marshmallows. Pretty colors – Use bright colors and layers of different colors in the molds.

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