Easy DIY Rose and Coconut Milk Bath Bombs Recipe

If you love luxuriating in a nice foamy bath then this rose and coconut milk bath bombs recipe is the perfect way to easily create your own slice of bathroom bliss. These bath bombs are so cute, they moisturize the skin and they are super easy to make. They are the perfect DIY spa gift to make for yourself, your family, and your friends.

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Making homemade bath bombs can be such a treat. They are easy and fun to make, and you can create an awesome bathing experience with them.

This rose and coconut milk bath bombs recipe creates foamy, fizzy, and heavenly-scented bath bombs that you can enjoy any time of the year.

But you can also share these easy to make bath bombs as cute little DIY gifts. If you really wanna score some cool points from your family and friends these are the perfect homemade Valentine’s gift ideas.

All you have to do is follow this super easy bath bomb recipe, then wrap them in Cellophane Wrapping Paper, pop them in a Cute Gift Bags, and then gift them.

WHAT ARE ROSE & COCONUT MILK BATH BOMBS

Rose and coconut milk bath bombs are foamy, fizzy bath treats that you can add to your bath water to create a fun but also relaxing bathing experience. Bath fizzies or bath bombs, which they are sometimes called, are made of ingredients like Baking Soda, citric acid, and Fragrance Oil.

What is so cool about these rose and coconut milk bath bombs is that they are a fun DIY project to make by yourself or with family and friends. You can make homemade bath bombs in multiple colors like these Bath Bombs Here as well as different shapes and sizes.

For added benefits, a bath bomb recipe can include an array of different ingredients like essential oils, botanicals, and moisturizing oils, but they can also made with just the 3 ingredients named above.

BENEFITS OF DIY BATH BOMBS

You might be wondering what’s so great about using Bath Bombs. Depending on the recipe they can be made to offer some really great benefits. Here are some of the great benefits that these rose and coconut milk bath bombs recipe offers.

BATH BOMB RECIPE INGREDIENTS

Bath bombs can be made with many different ingredients. Here are a few used to make this rose and coconut milk bath bomb recipe.

BAKING SODA

Baking soda helps to create the foaming action that makes us love bath bombs so much. Combining baking soda with citric acid causes a fizzy and foamy chemical reaction.

Baking Soda can also be used to make these Congestion Relief Shower Steamers and these Spa Style Shower Steamers. As you can see baking soda has several uses in DIY bath and shower care.

CITRIC ACID

Citric acid is a weak organic acid that can be found in fruits like oranges, limes, and lemons. It helps to give bath bombs their texture and structure. When combined with baking soda it helps bath bombs produce its fizzy action.

EPSOM SALT

Epsom salt is a natural mineral that has been used for many years in bath and beauty products. It is used often as a Bath Soak the help relax tired sore muscles.

Epsom salt is used in this rose and coconut bath bomb recipe to help create a soothing and relaxing bath experience.

ESSENTIAL TOOLS TO MAKE BATH BOMBS

Here are a few things needed to make this Rose and Coconut Milk Bath Bombs Recipe

BATH BOMB MOLDS

Note: You can use different types of molds to create DIY bath bombs including Stainless Steel Bath Bomb Molds which are normally round balls. Here are some Clear Acrylic Bath Bomb molds you can use as well. Using a Bath Bomb Press Like This One is also an option but will give your bath bomb a completely different and fun look.

INGREDIENT FOR BATH BOMB MAKING

HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT BATH BOMBS

Before you start making bath bombs be on the lookout for certain issues that can occur. Here are a few bath bomb issues and how to solve them.

• Cracking or breaking bath bombs: This means they are probably too dry. To prevent this from happening make sure the bath bomb mixture feels like wet sand. Don’t over-saturate the mixture. Make sure to use the correct ratio of wet to dry ingredients.
• Bath bomb fragrance disappearing: Be sure to use high quality fragrance oils and store bath bombs in an airtight storage container.
• No fizzing action: Use quality baking soda and citric acid. Also, if the mixture is too dry it might not fizz well. Be sure to use the correct wet to dry ratio.
• Sticky bath bombs: This can occur if the bath bomb mixture is too wet. Add more baking soda or citric acid to even out the ratio of wet to dry ingredients.

HOW TO MAKE ROSE & COCONUT MILK BATH BOMBS

Here’s how to make this lovely rose and coconut bath bombs recipe.

1. Gather all of the necessary equipment needed to create these rose and coconut milk bath bombs.

2. Measure and sift the baking soda, citric acid, and coconut milk powder, place them in a mixing bowl together, and stir the ingredients together.

3. Next, measure the castor oil and the almond oil and stir them together.

4. In a separate bowl measure the lavender fragrance oil and polysorbate 80 and combine and stir them together.

5. Pour all of the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and start mixing the mixture with your gloved hands.

6. Once the mixture feels damp and can hold its form take half the mixture and put it into a separate bowl.

7. Now add several drops of fushia liquid coloring or mica into half of the mixture. Using your gloved hands mix the colorant into the bath bomb mixture.

8. Next, place several rose petals into the bottom of the mold.

9. Now begin filling half the mold with the bath bomb mixture and alternate between the two colors.

10. Fill the other half of the mold using the same alternating technique. Over filling the mold slightly.

11. Push both sides of the molds together and now gently pull the mold apart, revealing the round bath bomb.

12. Let dry for 24 hours before using.

HOW TO USE DIY BATH BOMBS

These rose and coconut milk bath bombs are easy to use. Just drop them into your bath water and enjoy. It’s really that easy.

FREQUENT ASKED QUESTION

How do you store bath bombs? Store the bath bombs in a cool dry place away from moisture and humidity.

How long to let bath bombs dry? You should allow bath bombs to dry overnight or at least 12 hours but up to 24 hours to make sure they have set.

Why are my bath bombs cracking and falling apart? Bath bombs can fall apart when the mixture is too dry. The mixture should feel like wet sand before placing it into the bath bomb mold for the best results.

Do bath bombs expire? Bath bombs can lose their effectiveness over time. It’s best to use them within 6 months of making them.

Do bath bombs have skincare benefits? Bath bombs that are made with essential oils, carrier oils, and Epsom salt can offer many skincare benefits.

I have sensitive skin, can I use bath bombs? If you have sensitive skin you should research the ingredients to be sure you are not allergic before using bath bombs that might cause a skin reaction. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients do not use.

Easy DIY Rose and Coconut Milk Bath Bombs Recipe

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Equipment

• Mixing Bowls
• Measuring Cups
• Bath Bomb Molds
• Sifters
• Gloves
• Storage Jars

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups Baking Soda
• 1 cup Citric Acid
• 1 1/2 cup Coconut Milk Powder
• 1/4 cup Epsom Salt
• 3 tbsp Castor Oil
• 1 tbsp Almond Oil
• 2 tsp Polysorbate 80
• 2 tsp Lavender Fragrance Oil
• Colorant Pink
• Rose Petals

Instructions

 

• Gather all of the necessary equipment needed to create these rose and coconut milk bath bombs.
• Measure and sift the baking soda, citric acid, and coconut milk powder, place them in a mixing bowl together, and stir the ingredients together.
• Next, measure the castor oil and the almond oil and stir them together.
• In a separate bowl measure the lavender fragrance oil and polysorbate 80 and combine and stir them together.
• Pour all of the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and start mixing the mixture with your gloved hands.
• Once the mixture feels damp and can hold its form take half the mixture and put it into a separate bowl.
• Now add several drops of fushia liquid coloring or mica into half of the mixture. Using your gloved hands mix the colorant into the bath bomb mixture.
• Next, place several rose petals into the bottom of the mold.
• Now begin filling half the mold with the bath bomb mixture and alternate between the two colors.
• Fill the other half of the mold using the same alternating technique. Overfill the mold slightly.
• Push both sides of the molds together and now gently pull the mold apart, revealing the round bath bomb.
• Let dry for 24 hours before using.

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