Making dried flower bath bombs involves combining dry and wet ingredients with aromatic essential oils and beautiful dried flower petals. This process results in fizzy bath treats that release fragrance and flowers into your bathwater.
Ingredients for Dried Flower Bath Bombs
To make dried flower bath bombs based on the provided reference, you will need the following ingredients:
- Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid
- 1/2 cup epsom salts
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 5-10 drops essential oils of choice (optional)
- Addition:
- Dried flower petals
These ingredients are key to creating the chemical reaction that causes the fizzing effect (baking soda and citric acid), binding the mixture (corn starch, epsom salts, coconut oil), and adding scent and visual appeal (essential oils, dried flowers).
Simple Steps to Craft Your Bath Bombs
Crafting dried flower bath bombs is a straightforward process. Here's a general method based on standard bath bomb making techniques using the listed ingredients:
Step 1: Prepare Dry Ingredients
Combine all the dry ingredients in a large bowl: baking soda, citric acid, epsom salts, and corn starch. Whisk or stir thoroughly to ensure they are well mixed and there are no clumps. This helps distribute the reacting ingredients evenly.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate, smaller container, whisk together the melted coconut oil, water, and your chosen essential oils (if using).
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
This step requires care to avoid premature fizzing. Slowly drizzle the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients while continuously whisking or mixing. You can use a whisk, fork, or even your hands (wear gloves if sensitive). Add the wet mixture very gradually – adding too much at once can trigger the fizzing reaction. Continue mixing until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds its shape when squeezed.
Step 4: Add Dried Flowers
Gently fold the dried flower petals into the mixture. Distribute them evenly throughout the 'wet sand' mixture. You can add them to the whole batch or place them specifically in the molds before adding the mixture.
Step 5: Mold the Bath Bombs
Firmly pack the mixture into your chosen bath bomb molds. Overfill each half slightly and press them together tightly. For best results, twist the mold halves together gently while pressing.
Step 6: Let Them Dry
Carefully unmold the bath bombs after a few minutes or hours, depending on humidity and the mixture consistency. Place them on a protected surface (like parchment paper on a tray) in a dry place to harden for at least 24-48 hours.
Once fully hardened, your homemade dried flower bath bombs are ready to use or package as gifts.
