I always get questions about substations in my diy skincare recipes and about the ingredients. Let’s take a look at some of the ingredients in these activated charcoal bath bombs, they’re benefits, and why they’re included. Activated charcoal benefits for skin Cream of Tartar - Helps to bind and hold your bath bombs together and harden them, with a smoother, silky finish. gram essential oil (you can add up to 4 grams, but I personally like to use less to be safe since I have a child)

I always scent my bath bombs with essential oils, not synthetic “fragrance oils.” Using pure essential oils is one of the reasons homemade bath bombs are healthier than store-bought bath bombs. Many commercial bath bombs contain “fragrance” that may contain harmful toxins, parabens, phthalates, and other toxic ingredients. (Read more about the risks of commercial bath bombs on Healthline.)From building your recipe and sourcing your ingredients, to starring at your constructed bath bomb waiting for it to dry. Let's go through each step, including our DIY bath bomb recipe. If you’re like me, you may be instantly suspicious of something with a name like “polysorbate.” So what is polysorbate 80? And why is it in these activated charcoal bath bombs? Make sure you make one-half of your mould slightly higher than the other so when you combine them they slot together easier. Push your two halves together and wipe away any excess.

Researchers in the European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research suggest it may draw micro-partials out of the skin. This is the “detoxing” effect of activated charcoal you hear about. Baking soda benefits for skin Now, most bath bombs are made by combining baking soda, citric acid, sea salt or Epsom salt, and a liquid to hold everything together. I was hesitant to make skincare products with baking soda for a long time, but it’s an essential ingredient in bath bombs. This fine powder loves to cling to things like your skin and your bathtub. Including polysorbate 80 in these bath bombs helps the activated charcoal wash down the drain instead of leaving you with a huge mess to clean up. But it’s not just about the color. Activated charcoal is well known for absorbing toxins from the body - but I like to think it may also absorb (ahem, exorcise) a bad mood, too. Toss in a few nourishing ingredients, skin soothing minerals and essential oils, and these babies will cleanse both body and soul.Cornstarch - Works as a stabiliser, helping to slow down the fizz and make your bath bombs last longer. Many essential oils are beneficial for skin, but it’s important to dilute them safety and use the correct oil for your skin type. Here are a few of my favorite suggestions! Each bath bomb is unique, they are a great way to nourish your skin, by holding ingredients that release valuable properties. A warm bath infused with salts, lavender, carrier oils and more does wonders for your skin. Helping to clean out your pores, remove dead skin cells and freshen up your complexity.

Bowls and/or measuring cups for preparing and mixing ingredients. I use small bowls and large Pyrex measuring cups. Before you start building your bath bombs you need to make sure the mixture has a snowball like consistency. From a distance spray your mixture with water and mix until you start to feel the consistency change.You know those days where everything that can go wrong, does go wrong? Today was one of those days for me. And when I say everything, I mean everything.