Are you looking for a way to take your self care a step further? Nothing says relaxation like a nourishing and indulgent homemade bath bomb! Whether you’re looking to treat yourself after a long day, or longing to give your skin the extra hydration it needs, you can make your own bath bombs at home with just a few simple ingredients! Keep reading to find out how to make your own nourishing bath bombs that will make you feel pampered and rejuvenate your skin.
1. Create Your Own Skin-Nourishing Bath Bombs
Making your own skin-nourishing bath bombs is easier than you think! Here’s a simple tutorial on how to make these wonderful relaxation aids:
- Start by gathering the required materials:
- 1 cup of baking soda
- ½ cup epsom salt
- ½ cup citric acid
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- Essential oil of your choice
- Mix the dry ingredients together in a bowl, then lower the heat of the coconut oil before adding it to the other ingredients.
- Divide the mixture into small molds and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
- Pack each mold tightly and leave them to rest for 24 to 48 hours.
- Gently pop each bath bomb out of the mold and store it an airtight container.
When you’re ready to use your homemade bath bombs, drop them into a warm, bubbly bath and enjoy the aromatherapy benefits of the essential oils. The bath bomb will also help moisturize and nourish the skin, thanks to the coconut oil and other skin-friendly ingredients.
For extra moisturizing benefits, add a few tablespoons of carrier oil to the bath as well. Some of the best oils for the skin include almond oil, jojoba oil, and rosehip seed oil.
Now that you know how to make your own skin-nourishing bath bombs, you can make batches of them in different colors and scents to pamper yourself after a long day.
2. Crafting the Perfect At-Home Spa Day
Everyone deserves a day to pamper and relax – the perfect at-home spa day! To make a successful spa day it requires a few key components.
- A Mood: Create a calming atmosphere by lighting aromatherapy candles, and loud, peaceful sounds. Pick music or noise that help calm and relax your atmosphere.
- Routine: Crafting a correct routine helps to enter into a spa state of mind. Begin by soaking in a Jacuzzi or bubble bath, before moving into a full body scrub. After the scrub, take a hot or cold shower to invigorate your body.
- Treat Yourself: The best part of a spa day is the spoiling. Give yourself a luxurious, calming facial mask, foot massage, and/or hair conditioning. The possibilities are endless.
Now that you’ve done all the basics to make an at-home spa day, it’s time to relax and simply spend the rest the day in peace. Enjoy and take your time!
The best part of a spa day is the feel good factor it brings out in you. Not only do you physically feel, but mentally, your whole outlook and attitude can change. Appreciate being in a tranquil environment and embrace it.
Last, but not least, don’t forget to hydrate. Drink lots of water, eat a nutritious meal and make sure you rehydrate during the day.
3. Essential Ingredients for a Rejuvenating Bath Bomb
A rejuvenating bath bomb can revitalize your mind, body, and soul with its aromatic and moisturizing ingredients. But, crafting the perfect bath bomb requires more than just essential oils and a few fragrances—you’ll need the right mix of raw materials to get the desired effect. Here are the must-have ingredients for creating your own rejuvenating bath bombs:
- Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate). Baking soda is a key ingredient for most bath bombs because it helps them fizz and bubble when they come in contact with water. It also helps to soften the water and give your skin a nice feeling.
- Citric Acid. Citric acid is a fine white powder that is great for creating a fizzing action in bath bombs. Not only that, but it’s also a natural preservative that can help keep your bath bombs in good condition.
- Essential Oils. Essential oils add a wonderful, natural fragrance to your bath bombs and can help to relax your mind and body. You can choose any essential oil you like, but some of the most popular choices for a rejuvenating bath are lavender, chamomile, peppermint, and eucalyptus.
- Sea Salt. Sea salt is a natural exfoliant and helps to promote healthy skin and hair. You can also add other skin-nourishing ingredients to your bath bombs, such as oatmeal, coconut oil, and cocoa butter.
These are just some of the essential ingredients for making your own rejuvenating bath bombs. With a little creativity, you can blend them together to create a luxurious and fragrant bath that will leave you feeling pampered and relaxed.
It’s important to remember to use the proper measurements for each ingredient. Too little of one ingredient can make your bath bomb fizzle out before it’s had a chance to really do its job, while too much can create an overly-frothy bomb that could even clog your bathtub.
By carefully measuring the right ingredients, you can create a rejuvenating bath that will leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated. So don’t be afraid to experiment with different combinations and ingredients to customize your perfect bath bomb.
4. Indulgent Recipes to Pamper Yourself
Surprise Yourself With a Delicious Cake
Nothing says indulgence quite like a rich and fluffy cake, topped with buttercream, chocolate ganache or the cherry on top — a dainty piped rosette. With a range of recipes available online, you can surprise yourself with a show-stopping treat anytime of the year. For an extra special cake, try baking an upside-down pineapple-coconut cake. After you peel, core and cut your pineapple, caramelize it with butter and brown sugar for a sweet and delicious topping.
A Chocolatey Delight
If you have a sweet tooth, there’s nothing as delectable and indulgent than a chocolatey dessert — and there’s a recipe for everyone to enjoy. Whether it’s a classic brownie, nut-free rocky road, or white and dark chocolate mousse, you can experiment with the variety of flavors and textures available. For a truly indulgent treat, make an intensely chocolatey lava cake. It takes only 25 minutes to whip up a molten center full of melted chocolate oozing from the sides.
Treat Yourself With Some DIY Ice Cream
A scoop of ice cream is the perfect way to pamper yourself and shake off the blues. Treat yourself with some do-it-yourself ice cream with just a few ingredients — you don’t even need an ice cream machine! All it takes is a steady hand with churning, blending and mixing and you can have creamy, homemade ice cream in a myriad of flavors — from salted caramel to mango with black pepper. Once you’ve perfected the basics, you can even get creative and experiment with exotic combinations.
Indulgence at Its Best: Macarons
The classic French shortcut is a delightful example of indulgence at its best. With some sugar, egg whites and almond powder, you can create colorful and tasty macarons — the mere sight of which is enough to bring a smile on anyone’s face. For a classic twist, you can make rose-flavored macarons, for which you’ll need rosewater, honey, and butter. Make sure you give the almond mixture and egg whites enough time to rest and whip to get those signature shells.
Creating a soothing DIY spa experience at home with these nourishing bath bomb recipes is an easy way to pamper yourself and rejuvenate your skin. And now that you know how to make homemade bath bombs, you can keep the relaxation going for days!
