Bath bombs can be a fun addition to any bath! Instead of adding bubble bath to the water, use one of these herbal bath bombs for a unique and relaxing experience. Similar to using bubble bath, bath bombs fizz up in the water and release the ingredients put in them, in this case; herbs and essential oils.

Making bath bombs is a surprisingly simple process requiring only a few ingredients. They can also be made with different add-ins depending on what you have or what experience you are trying to create. I like adding herbs to my bath bombs as well as essential oils.

Herbs for Bath Bombs

Lavender

Lavender is known for helping with relaxation. This is a great herb to add to bath bombs if your goal is to wind down and relax at the end of the day (or any time of day).

Calendula

Calendula is a great herb for physical healing. If you are dealing with a physical ailment such as a wound (make sure it is not an open wound) or a simple burn, adding ground calendula to your herbal bath bombs can aid in faster healing.

Rose

Rose petals are another great addition to herbal bath bombs if you are looking to relax. Rose petals can also be great at helping with menstrual cramps.

Chamomile

Chamomile is an herb that has been used for centuries. The healing properties of chamomile are vast but one of the main uses of this herb is for anti-inflammatory purposes. If you have an issue with inflammation, adding chamomile to the herbal bath bombs is a great idea.

Essential Oils for Bath Bombs

Essential oils are a wonderful addition to herbal bath bombs. Which essential oil you choose to use can depend on the herbs you have used. I like to pair herbs and essential oils dependent on their similar abilities. For example, if using dried lavender as your herb, adding in lavender essential oil can enhance the benefits even more.

Essential Oil Singles for Bath

Essential Oil Blends for Bath

Self-Care Blend
Blues Buster Blend (for when you’re feeling low-spirited)
Chill-Out Blend
Relax Blend
Sleep Tight Blend

How to Make Bath Bombs

Ingredients:

Baking Soda
Cornstarch
Epsom Salt
Citric Acid
Almond Oil
Dried Herbs
Essential Oils
Water

Directions:

Add the dry ingredients (Baking Soda, Cornstarch, Epsom Salt, Citric Acid, Dried Herbs) to a large mixing bowl.
Next, add the wet ingredients (Almond Oil, Essential Oils, Water).
Mix until you can squeeze the mixture in your hand without it crumbling, similar to the texture of sand.
You can watch the video tutorial for these herbal bath bombs right here to see what the proper consistency is.
Once the mixture has reached the right texture, pack it into the molds. I used silicone cupcake liners because it is what I already have on hand. If you want to use real bath bomb molds to make a sphere, check these out.
Pack the mixture tightly into the mold, being sure not to overfill the molds as the mixture will get larger as it sits.
Let the herbal bath bombs sit out at room temperature for at least 12 hours. The bath bombs should be completely dry once they have set.
When the herbal bath bombs are dry, take them out of the molds and store in a container. Use as often as you please!

Note:

If using dried herbs, be sure to grind them very fine. I use a mortar and pestle like this one. You could also blend them in a blender if that is easier for you.

How to use Bath Bombs

Using bath bombs is truly a simple process. Similar to bubble bath, you drop the bath bomb into the warm bathwater. The herbal bath bombs will fizz and disintegrate into the bathwater. Take your bath as usual. There might be a few pieces of the dried herbs at the bottom of the bathtub after you have drained the bathwater, just rinse these out with more water. With the herbs being ground fine it should not affect the drain/plumbing at all.

Print Recipe

Herbal Bath Bombs

Ingredients

1 Cup Baking Soda
½ Cup Citric Acid
½ Cup Epsom Salt
½ Cup Cornstarch
2 Tablespoons Almond Oil
2 Tablespoons Water
10-15 Drops Essential Oils I used Lavender and Clary Sage
1 Tablespoon Dried Herbs

Instructions

Add the dry ingredients (Baking Soda, Cornstarch, Epsom Salt, Citric Acid, and Dried Herbs) to a large mixing bowl.
Next, add the wet ingredients (Almond Oil, Essential Oils, Water).
Mix until you can squeeze the mixture in your hand without it crumbling, similar to the texture of sand.
Once the mixture has reached the right texture, pack it into the molds. I used silicone cupcake liners because it is what I already have on hand. If you want to use real bath bomb molds to make a sphere, check these out
Pack the mixture tightly into the mold, being sure not to overfill the molds as the mixture will get larger as it sits.
Let the herbal bath bombs sit out at room temperature for at least 12 hours. The bath bombs should be completely dry once they have been set.
When the herbal bath bombs are dry, take them out of the molds and store them in a container. Use as often as you please!