DIY Lavender Rose Bath Bombs
Lavender Rose Bath Bombs make the perfect handmade Valentine’s Day gift. Actually, they make perfect, affordable handmade gifts for birthdays, Mother’s Day, Christmas, and more! Find out how to make your own bath bombs with this step by step tutorial.
I’m relatively new to the world of bath bombs (apparently I’ve been living under a rock!), but I’m a willing convert. These little balls of sweet-smelling goodness instantly turn a regular bath into a spa retreat… And I could definitely use to maximize on those rare moments of retreat these days. 😉
So with Valentine’s day right around the corner, I couldn’t think of a better handmade gift than these. In our world of mass-produced products available internationally, there’s something extra special about something made by hand… And so my sweet friend Jennifer Zuri of Town and Country Living challenged us all to create something handmade for Valentine’s Day this year. These bath bombs are perfect gifts to give to teachers, friends, moms, daughters… or just to treat yourself. Plus, I’ve got a free printable that goes along with them!
How to Make Bath Bombs
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And I have all the ingredients and sources linked in the full recipe below.
Lavender Rose Bath Bomb Recipe
Lavender Rose Bath Bombs
Lavender Rose Bath Bombs make the perfect handmade, affordable gift for Valentine's Day, birthdays, Mother's Day, Christmas, and more!
Instructions
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Gather your ingredients:
1 cup baking soda
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup epsom salt
1/2 cup citric acid
dried rose petals
dried lavender
1 1/2 tsp water
1 tbsp almond oil
6 drops lavender essential oil
4 drops eucalyptus essential oil (optional)
bath bomb molds
large bowl, small bowl, spoon, whisk
twine, free printable labels -
Combine all dry ingredients (baking soda, cornstarch, epsom salt, citric acid) in a large bowl.
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Add dried rose petals and lavender to dry ingredients and mix well with whisk.
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Combine water, almond oil, lavender oil, and eucalyptus oil (if using) in small bowl.
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Whisk wet ingredients into dry ingredients very slowly. Be sure to add slowly as adding too quickly will cause the dry ingredients to bubble (save that for the bath!).
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Mixture should have the consistency of damp sand. It should remain powdery but hold its form if you squeeze it. If it is not wet enough to clump in your hand, add a tiny bit (~1/2 tsp) more water. A spray bottle is helpful for adding just a bit of water.
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Fill both sides of bath molds slightly over full and smush together. Leave bath bomb in the mold for several hours and then remove from mold and place on a soft towel to dry overnight or longer.
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Finish off with some plastic wrap (if you'll be traveling with them), twine, and these free printable labels.
Be sure to pin this for later; these would be perfect end-of-the-year teachers’ gifts, Mother’s Day gifts, Christmas gifts, and more!
More Handmade Gift Ideas
Now be sure to check out all the handmade Valentine’s Day gift ideas being shared this week… So many amazing options to show your loved ones just how special they are.
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These are so pretty, Rachel! I made scented bath salts but have never molded them into balls – so cute! Love your video – you have the perfect voice for voice-overs! Thanks for joining Heartfelt and Handmade!
Thanks Jennifer! It was such a fun tour.
i too live under the bath bomb rock and have never made them. Your beautifully done video does a great job and makes it look so easy that now I should have no reason not to make them.
Thanks, Laura! You’ll have to try them.
These are so beautiful! I bet they make a wonderful bath. My son and I will need to make them.
Thank you, Danielle!
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful spa bath bomb recipe. They look beautiful!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Linda!
THese are so beautiful! I have purchased some at lush and really want to make my own, thanks for the tutorial, can’t wait to try!
Thank you, Kristen! I had fun making them—definitely give them a try.
Rachel, I’ve never made bath bombs before but I’m definitely going to now 😀 Have a wonderful Valentines Day!
Thanks Norma! Loved your sweet pie treats!
These look so pretty, Rachel! These are such a great gift idea. I’m also new to bath bombs and got my first about a year ago. They’re such a treat. I can’t wait to give these a try!
Thanks Amanda! It’s a nice alternative to chocolate, that I mind either. 😉
Oh my gosh Rach I was going to make something almost exactly like this but I changed mine to sprinkles at the last minute! LOL GMTA, my friend. These are beautiful!!
Ha, Beth! Good minds think alike! I hope you get a chance to make some. 😉
These are amazing, Rachel! I used to use bath bombs years ago but haven’t in so long. These would smell amazing! I love your video too! Great job, girl.
Hugs, Jamie
Thanks girl! I saw your gorgeous wax seals and they are so beautiful!
I’ve never tried a bath bomb… but these gorgeous lavender rose bath bombs make me want to change that ASAP, omgoodness, so lovely, I bet they smell divine!
Thanks Laurie! They are so fun to make too!
Your video is fabulous! I love it!
Thanks, Linda!
Hello! How many does this recipe make? Thanks!
I’m so sorry, I completely forgot to write it down… and now I can’t remember for sure! But I think it made 4 large bombs and 1 medium bomb. Hope this helps!