I'm so excited...I made my first batch of Bath Bombs...

brenda67 · 10-19-2006, 06:33 PM

Has anyone made these before? I had a really hard time finding the Citric acid..no stores in my area sells it...Thanks to someone here posting a site I was able to get it... So anyway if you have made them before please post what molds you used ...I used a heart shaped soap mold...I'm thinking about buying some different shaped molds...but looking for ideas... Also have you ever thought of selling them? Looking forward to your replys....

severina · 10-19-2006, 07:20 PM

Brenda67, congratulations! I'm glad it went well for you. If you have a chance, could you share the recipe you used?

brenda67 · 10-19-2006, 07:28 PM

Thanks severina... Heres the recipes...This is copied from another site.. Enjoy..

1 1/2 cups baking soda
1/2 cup citric acid
8 drops essential oil - your choice of scent
3 tsp. sweet almond oil
2 drops food coloring - your choice of color

-Combine all ingredients.
-Press into oiled muffin tin or mold of your choice.
-Release from mold.
-Wrap in colored plastic wrap and tie with a ribbon.

Notes: Fizzes when dropped in water. When selecting an oil for scent, read warnings about use. Some oils are not intended to have direct contact with skin.

Michelle · 10-19-2006, 08:07 PM

That's so cool. I've always wanted to try making those too. So where did you find the citric acid? I can't seem to find it around here either.

chatterweb · 10-20-2006, 01:44 AM

Sounds very cool!

kabin63 · 10-20-2006, 07:09 AM

I have been told you can use the fruit fresh from the canning section at the grocery store for this. It's citric acid. I made bath bombs once, but didn't like they way they came out. Haven't had a chance to try it again since them. I think I am more inclined to make bath salts at this point, but will eventually make the bath bombs again.

kabin63 · 10-20-2006, 07:10 AM

the reason I didn't like the way they came out is that I tried drying them in the oven over a period of time. Next time I will air dry them.

severina · 10-20-2006, 09:03 AM

I think you can also get citric acid from homebrewing shops.

redmaples · 10-20-2006, 09:48 AM

Haven't made these before, but have made bath salts with essential oils , borax & epsom salts. If I can find that recipe I will post it.
Thanks for sharing your instructions, since I have all the ingredients I'm going to give it a try. I'll just have to find a bargain mold!

redmaples · 10-20-2006, 09:52 AM

Another note: you should be able to find citric acid (powdered vit c) at a health food store. I think 1/8 t =500 mg vit. c.

Katybird · 10-20-2006, 12:02 PM

on your bath bombs. They sound really cool.

brenda67 · 10-20-2006, 03:01 PM

Thanks everybody...

Michelle: I bought it at this site www.CandlesandSupplies.com I couldn't find it at any Healthfood store..

kabin63: I let it air dry for 24hrs..

redmaples: I found this recipe at www.recipe.robbiehaf.com...I'm gonna try making the bath salts to...

I'm gonna take a bath in a few minutes and try them..will let you know what I think of them..

brenda67 · 10-20-2006, 03:54 PM

Well I just got done with my bath and all I can say is that if you have dry skin this will cure it...LOL..It does make your skin soft but not much of a scent..I think next time I make it I will add a little more essential oil and 1tbsp less of sweet almond oil..

tinkerbell · 10-22-2006, 10:22 PM

Actually, citric acid and vit c are two different products. Citric Acid is what makes the fizzing when you drop the bath bomb in the water

When I make them, I cut open paper bags and lay them to dry over night. That helps absorb extra liquid.

hth

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Originally Posted by redmaples

Another note: you should be able to find citric acid (powdered vit c) at a health food store. I think 1/8 t =500 mg vit. c.

redmaples · 10-23-2006, 11:55 AM

You are absolutely right & thanks for pointing out my error! I was confusing Ascorbic acid (vitamin c) with citric acid. I did a little research to see what exactly is the difference & found some interesting stuff about citric acid. It is used as a food additive, for flavoring (tartness) & preservative, also used in dietary supplements. It can be used in recipes in place of fresh lemon juice & because of it's effevescent qualities it is what fizzes just like you said Tinkerbell!
Citric acid is also an enviromentally friendly cleaning agent.