Nothing beats a long soak in the tub for relieving tension, inducing a sense of quiet and tranquility, and recouping after a strenuous workout.
A bath is meant to be an experience, and products, such as bath bombs, can help to deepen such sensations. With their fragrances and fizzing effects, these products can create a sumptuous ambiance. Bath bombs can potentially have therapeutic qualities due to the sodium bicarbonate and citric acid incorporated in most bath bombs. These two substances produce a pleasant fizzing feeling while cleaning and healing your skin. They can also serve to reinforce blood vessels. CBD is widely used as part of a post-recovery regimen. Therefore, introducing it to your bath can be a terrific way to get the advantages of its stress-relieving and body relaxing properties.
What Are CBD Bath Bombs
The skin absorbs vitamins, minerals, and botanicals. These nutrients can maintain a healthy balance throughout the body. The skin absorbs CBD, providing a full-body topical treatment and enabling relaxation. CBD bath bombs are the perfect way to unwind with a few extra skin-soothing and muscle-relaxing ingredients.
Bath Bomb Ingredients
CBD
According to Vanessa &Hiley, (2003), CBD aids in relaxing the body, mind, and senses. The CBD content in most commercial CBD bath bombs ranges from 25 mg to 100 mg. Beginners should start with 25 mg and observe how they react. If 25 mg wouldn’t be enough for you and you’re particularly anxious, increase it. However, because the potency of CBD varies, the exact amount you’ll need will be determined by the brand.
Baking Soda
Draelos, (2019) concluded that sodium bicarbonate offers numerous skin advantages, including pore tightening and exfoliating. In addition, it aids in the removal of dead skin cells, leaving the skin fresh and radiant. It also eliminates unpleasant bodily odors. As a result, it makes an ideal component of aromatic bath bombs.
Corn Starch
Corn starch is well-known for its synergistic effect on other CBD bath bomb ingredients. For example, it combines with baking soda and other bath bomb ingredients to limit the pace at which analytes are produced. Typically, a bath bomb would sizzle for seconds before dissolving. However, if corn starch is added, it bubbles for a few minutes.
Coconut oil
According to Vala&Kapadiya, (2014), coconut oil nourishes and moisturizes dry skin while holding the bath bombs together.
Almond oil
Almond oil is deliciously hydrating and doesn’t clog pores or irritate delicate skin.
Citrus Juice
Citric acid is found in various fruits. It’s also found in cosmetic and skincare formulas. Apraj, et al. (2016) suggest that citric acid is high in antioxidants. It lowers pore size and prevents fine wrinkles on the skin. As a result, adding it to the DIY bath bomb recipe will benefit the skin.
Colors
Although not mandatory, most folks add food coloring in homemade CBD bath bomb recipes. This is for those who love to explore colors other than white. You can choose your preferred hue based on personal preference or experiment with multiple shades. Powder and liquid colors can be used in a CBD bath bomb recipe.
Epsom Salts
Deshmukh & Ray, (2019) suggest that Epsom salt is a miraculous bath additive that soothes sore skin and relieves aching muscles.
Lavender Essential Oil
Every essential oil has a unique medicinal potential, ranging from anti-inflammatory to skin nourishing. They function well on their own, but they also complement CBD oil.
One of the most popular essential oils used in CBD bath bombs is lavender. According to Field, et al. (2008), this oil offers stress relief, calms the body, and aids in sound sleep. When preparing bath bombs during the colder months, use eucalyptus or tea tree oil for anti-flu. In contrast, Citrus essential oils provide an energy boost, making them an ideal element for a dawn bath bomb.
Instructions on How to Make CBD Bath Bombs at Home
- In a mixing dish, combine all dry ingredients, including the CBD oil, but exclude food coloring. To make an even mixture, whisk them together.
- Combine all of the wet ingredients in a small glass. Don’t apply any color yet.
- Slowly incorporate the wet mixture into the dry mixture. As you add more of the liquid mixture, whisk the combined ingredients. If there is a lot of fizzing, you’re adding too quickly.
- If you’re using drops of food coloring, add them to the mixture.
- When all components are blended, the texture should be similar to damp sand. Squeeze a small bit in your hand to test the consistency. When you release it, it should break off into one or two large chunks. If this does not occur, add water.
- If you use color powder, apply it after achieving the appropriate texture and consistency.
- Fill the molds slightly more than halfway, but not too dense.
- Sprinkle a little of the mixture on half of each mold. This allows both sides to blend.
- Place one half of the mixture-filled half on top of the other and press firmly together for a few seconds.
- Allow up to 20 minutes for the bath bomb to dry.Twist the second half of the mold to extract it from the bath bomb.
Conclusion
Because the homemade bath bomb recipe is simple and enjoyable, you can try it with your friends this weekend. Remember, bath bombs have a delicate consistency, and they are easily disassembled. If this occurs, you will have to re-fill the mold. To create a firm handmade bath bomb, let the bath bombs soak overnight after removing both halves to create a firm handmade bath bomb. Unlike CBD oil, which may be messy to use, bath bombs provide an easy and relaxing method to reap the advantages of CBD.
References
Apraj, V. D., & Pandita, N. S. (2016). Evaluation of skin anti-aging potential of Citrus reticulata Blanco peel. Pharmacognosy Research, 8(3), 160.
Deshmukh, J., & Ray, S. (2019). Effectiveness of application of hot water with Epsom salt v/s plain hot water on knee joint pain among geriatric women. The Pharma Innovation Journal, 8(6), 434-441
Draelos, Z. D. (2019). A Novel Approach to Enhancing the Quality and Appearance of Photoaged Skin. J Drugs Dermatol, 18(1), 28-31.
Field, T., Field, T., Cullen, C., Largie, S., Diego, M., Schanberg, S., & Kuhn, C. (2008). Lavender bath oil reduces stress and crying and enhances sleep in very young infants. Early human development, 84(6), 399-401.
Vala, G. S., &Kapadiya, P. K. (2014). Medicinal benefits of coconut oil. Int J Life Sci Res, 2(4), 124-126.
Vanessa Ho, W. S., &Hiley, C. R. (2003). Vasodilator actions of abnormal‐cannabidiol in rat isolated small mesenteric artery. British journal of pharmacology, 138(7), 1320-1332.
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