Moisturizing Bath Bombs

Winter in Michigan is synonymous with dry skin. Our kids sweet cheeks get chapped and its hard to keep enough lotion on them to make a difference. Enter, the coconut oil moisturizing bath bomb. These have been a lifesaver. Part of our nightly routine is to give the kids a bath and they have fun picking a bath bomb out of the jar and watching it fizz away in the water. They leave a great moisturizing effect on their skin which has really been helping to keep the chapped cheeks at bay this year. 

I also take baths frequently and use them and can genuinely say I love them! I know they are made with clean and safe ingredients, are affordable and easy to make. 

We add essential oils which are customizable to personal preference or what you happen to have on hand. So far we have made them with peppermint and also lavender – both great options and blending smells has a nice effect.  I have also seen people add plant based coloring to them which would be a fun addition. 

I use the same silicone molds (usually marketed as candy molds) to make these that I use to make the dishwasher tabs, its nice to have multipurpose tools in the house. This Christmas we made an assortment of holiday themed shapes to give as gifts.

Baking soda – has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, may reduce inflammation with its alkalinity

Citric Acid – found naturally in citrus fruits, alkalinity helps bath bombs to foam

Epsom Salts – contains magnesium which may sooth sore muscles and soften skin 

Coconut Oil – comprised of medium chain fatty acids make it antimicrobial, softens and moisturizes skin

Bath Bomb Recipe

1 Cup Baking Soda

½ Cup Citric Acid

2 TBsp Epsom Salts

3 TBsp Melted Coconut Oil

4 tsp Water

8 drops Essential Oils

Mix all ingredients together and add water in 1 tsp increments to get a texture that will just hold shape in your hand.  Pack them firmly into molds and let dry 8-10 hours. Store in an airtight container. 

If for some reason they don’t hold their shape and crumble apart – I have just stored the powder in the container and put a scoop in at bath time, all is not lost!