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Lavender Evening – Bath Bombs
Fizzy bath bombs with Epsom salt, almond oil and lavender
Lavender Evening is a classic bath bomb formula based on the reaction between baking soda and citric acid.
Cornstarch helps balance the texture, Epsom salt adds a mineral element, while almond oil gives the bath a more conditioning feel.
Lavender essential oil provides a soft floral-herbal scent. I would use only a small amount of dried lavender for decoration, as larger quantities can leave plant material in the bath and drain.
Ingredients for 100 g
- 50 g baking soda
- 25 g citric acid
- 10 g cornstarch
- 8 g Epsom salt
- 3 g almond oil
- 3 g Polysorbate 80
- 0.5 g true lavender essential oil
- 0.5 g dried lavender flowers
Total: 100 g
Method
Combine all dry ingredients thoroughly.
In a separate container, mix the almond oil, Polysorbate 80 and lavender essential oil.
Gradually work the liquid blend into the dry ingredients.
If the mixture is still too dry to hold its shape, mist it very lightly with distilled water or 96% ethanol.
Press firmly into moulds.
Leave for several hours before unmoulding, then allow the bath bombs to dry for approximately 24 hours.
Store completely dry and protected from humidity.
Use
Drop one bath bomb into a warm bath and allow it to dissolve.
Take care when getting in and out of the bath, as oils may make the surface more slippery.
