Bath bombs are a popular product used in baths to create a fizzy and fragrant experience. They are usually made from three key ingredients: baking soda, citric acid, and cornstarch. Other ingredients such as dyes, perfumes, and epsom salt may also be included. Here are some positive and negative aspects of bath bombs:
Positive:
- Bath bombs can create a relaxing and enjoyable bath experience.
- They come in a variety of shapes, colors, and fragrances to suit different preferences.
- Making bath bombs at home can be a fun DIY project.
Negative:
- Some ingredients in bath bombs may irritate sensitive skin, causing redness, itching, or rash.
- Bath bombs may affect a womans vaginal pH balance, leading to irritation or infections.
- Companies are not required to list the chemicals they use to add fragrance to products, so users may not know what chemicals they are soaking in.
Ingredients or materials for a basic bath bomb recipe are:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Optional: dyes, perfumes, epsom salt, essential oils, coconut oil.
It is important to note that the moisture content in the bath bomb mixture can affect the final product. If the mixture is too dry, the bath bomb may not hold together, while if it is too wet, the bath bomb may stick to the mold and leave a residue.
