Ready to take your soak to the next level?
Keep reading for a simple, customizable, affordable DIY bath bomb recipe.
The key to great bath bombs iscitric acid, which isn’t hard to find online.
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There are, of course, alternatives for those with sensitive skin.
Additionally, although alpha hydroxy acids are great chemical exfoliators, they can also be irritating for sensitive skin.
Key Ingredients
Citric acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid extracted from citrus fruits.
It promotes exfoliation, acts as a natural astringent, and is a good source of antioxidants.
Step 2:Pour all of the liquid ingredients into a jar with a top.
exit the jar and shake it vigorously.
At this point, add the citric acid.
You’ll probably notice a slight fizzing reaction because of the citric acid.
No need to panic, as this is normal.
Byrdie Tip
The mixture should be a bit crumbly (similar to the consistency of wet beach sand).
Step 4:Mash the mixture into your chosen molds very tightly.
Immediately loosen the bombs from their molds onto wax paper and let them dry overnight.
Packing Your Bath Bombs
These bath bombs make perfect gifts (for others or yourselfself-careis important!
Make a few batches using different colors and add variousessential oilsfor an array ofscentsif you’d like some variety.
