These instructions for making your own galaxy bath bombs are a simple step-by-step guide. If you want to learn how to make bath bombs, simple instructions will have you enjoying a relaxing soak in no time. Make these fun galaxy bath bombs today!
There are a plethora of galaxy bath bomb DIY tutorials available on the Internet, including some less-than-inspiring DIY fails and mishaps such as immovable egg whites on bathroom tiles or permanently dyed pink necks.
Remember the guy who drank his chicken ramen bath bomb? Yikes.
What the bath bomb memes of the world frequently fail to mention is that it is entirely possible to make your own LUSH-worthy product at home using a few simple kitchen ingredients. I promise, you can have a Rainbow Brite-approved bathtub while also smelling like a flower garden or a lavender cocktail.
I’m going to show you how to make your own beauty store-inspired galaxy bath bombs from scratch using our go-to baking ingredients, baking soda, food coloring, and, of course, this great video tutorial from YouTube beauty-guru RCLBeauty101. While YouTuber Rachel chose brighter colors for her bath bombs, I decided to stick with pastels. However, feel free to modify the mixture to your liking.
Aside from saving you a buck or two, DIY is also a lot of fun if you have friends around. It’ll be a welcome change from binge-watching your favorite Netflix show. Don’t worry, you can have a glass of wine while you’re at it. Of course, the same is true when you do your own DIY. It’s that simple.
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What’s inside the galaxy bath bomb?
Fill your bath tub with warm water and drop in one fragrant bath bomb for some fizzy fun. PEG-8, fragrance (parfum), red 40 lake, blue 1 lake, yellow 5 lake, sodium bicarbonate, citric acid
Is it cheaper to make your own bath bombs?
Making your own bath bombs is inexpensive if you have all of the necessary ingredients on hand. Furthermore, you can tailor the colors, scents, and add-ins to your specific needs and preferences.
Is Da Galaxy bath bomb safe?
Da Bomb Bath Fizzers, Lavender “F” Bombs, 8 ct was found to be 91 percent Top Allergen Free and free of Gluten, Coconut, Nickel, Top Common Allergy Causing Preservatives, Lanolin, MCI/MI, Topical Antibiotic, Paraben, Soy, Propylene Glycol, Oil, and Dye by SkinSAFE. The product is suitable for teenagers.
How do you make glow in the dark bath bombs?
2 cups baking soda Glow in the Dark Bath Bombs 1 cup citric acid It is preferable to buy in bulk on Amazon. 14 cup corn starch 14 cup white kaolin clay I purchased mine from Amazon. 13 cup coconut oil I purchased mine from Amazon. I get mine from Amazon. 1 teaspoon polysorbate 80 1 teaspoon fresh cotton scented oil I purchased mine from Amazon.
Alternative Video: How to make a Galaxy Bath Bomb!
How do you make Lush bath bombs?
1 cup baking soda is exactly what I used to make ONE LUSH-inspired bath bomb. 1/2 teaspoon citric acid (I found mine here) 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil 1 tablespoon scented essential oil (I used Bath & Body Works® lavender) water in a spray bottle coloring in food (optional).
Can bath bombs get old?
Galaxy Bath bomb have an expiration date, which is usually within a year. A galaxy bath bomb may lose its fizz after six months, but it is still safe to use. Bath bomb ingredients such as essential oils, oatmeal, or flower petals, on the other hand, can cause a bath bomb to become moldy or rancid within a year.
Is it bad to use bath bombs everyday?
The longer you are exposed to potential allergens, the more likely it is that they will affect you. After using galaxy bath bomb, thoroughly rinse your skin in the shower to remove any potentially irritating residue. Galaxy Bath bomb should not be used on a daily basis. Enjoy them no more than a few times per week.
Who created da bomb?
The Edina-based creators of Da Bomb Bath Fizzers have certainly made a name for themselves. “We were bored one summer and decided to make bath bombs,” Caroline Bercaw, co-owner of Da Bomb, explains. Da Bomb was founded in 2012 by her and her sister, co-owner Isabel.
What You’ll Need:
To make your very own galaxy bath bomb, you’ll need the following:
- Baking Soda
- Epsom Salt
- Lemon Juice
- Water
- Spray Bottle
- Food Coloring
- A Mold
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon
- Fragrance (Optional)
- Glitter Or Eyeshadow Pigment (Optional)
1. Pour Baking Soda Into A Bowl
Begin by putting baking soda (also known as bicarbonate of soda in Europe) in a bowl. A standard cup (8 ounces) is a good place to start. The best part about this recipe is that you can do it almost entirely by eye, with no need for weighing scales.
Because we’ll be making the galaxy bath bomb colors in different portions, you can always make more as you go if you run out of the mixture.
2. Add In Epsom Salts
After you’ve added the baking soda to the mixing bowl, add the Epsom salt. I did this again without measuring, opting for a semi-equal amount of both.
Many online how-toss claim that regular salt works just as well. However, the purpose of the Epsom salt is to ultimately soothe those aching muscles and provide the galaxy bath bomb with its relaxing properties.
3. Mix The Two Together
Mix the two dry ingredients as thoroughly as you can. If you have a whisk, you should be able to get a smoother texture out of the mixture. If you don’t have one, a spoon will suffice.
4. Add Lemon Juice To Water
Fill a spray bottle halfway with lemon juice and water. Many bath bomb recipes call for citric acid powder, but this liquid blend is a much cheaper alternative. When making the spray, make sure the water and lemon parts are both equal. After you’ve placed them in a spray bottle, shake it vigorously to combine them.
5. Spray Lemon Water Into The Mixture
Next, spray the lemon and water mixture into the baking soda mixture. It’s critical that you only use one spray at a time. If you add too much liquid, the bath bomb will not fizz when it’s time to take a bath.
Spray the solution into the bowl with care and mix it in before adding another spray, and so on. The goal is to achieve a wet sand texture in which the mixture is sticky enough to be molded in the palm of your hand. If it starts to look like slush, you’ve probably added too much liquid. To counteract this, add more baking soda and Epsom salt to the mix.
6. Separate Into Different Bowls
If the solution starts to resemble wet sand, divide it into smaller bowls. These will be the various colors of the bath bomb.
I’ve chosen three, but you can make as many or as few as you like. If you realized your measurements were slightly off at the start, now is a good time to make another batch of the dry ingredients.
7. Add Food Coloring
It’s time to jazz up the bath bomb. Slowly and gradually dribble some food coloring into each of the dishes. You don’t want to add too much, just like with the lemon juice. Take things one drop at a time.
8. Mix It All Together
I’m mixing in two drops here before adding another two. Because I used gel food coloring, my dye is a little thicker than I intended, and it didn’t mix in as well as it would have if it had been in liquid form. If this is the case, feel free to knead the dye into the mixture gradually. Just make sure you have clean hands first!
This is also a great way to test the texture of the formula before continuing to make the bath bomb.
9. Do The Same To The Other Portions
After dyeing one portion of the mixture pink, I dyed the other two with blue, yellow, and purple food coloring.
10. Add Glitter And/Or Fragrance
During the food coloring process, you can be as creative as you want. Adding glitter or sparkles to the bath bomb is a must for those looking to give it a luxe twist. But be warned: they will be a huge pain to scrub off both your skin and your bathtub. Eyeshadow pigment can also be used to create a speckled, galaxy-like effect.
Don’t forget to add any scented oil or fragrance. Patchouli, lavender, and rose oils are usually my go-to oils.
11. Press Into Mold
To shape the bath bomb, you’ll need a mold. Choose something like an egg poacher case for a perfectly round shape. If, like me, you don’t have one in your kitchen, you can make do with alternatives. Choose a bowl for a half dome shape, as I did here.
You can even use cupcake cases to make tart-sized galaxy bath bombs.
If you want to make shaped bath bombs, use a nonstick baking sheet or an ice cube tray. I bought this Easter-themed one for another tutorial, and it worked just as well as the bowl I used previously.
When packing the mixture into the mold, make sure it is packed as tightly as possible. This will prevent the galaxy bath bomb from cracking. It also reduces the amount of air that can become trapped within it.
Simply scoop out whatever color you want and press it into the mold with your fingers before adding another color, and another, and so on, mixing the hues together all the way through.
12. Run A Bath And Relax!
After you’ve finished filling the mold with the mixture, you can either leave it out to dry for the rest of the day or place it in the freezer. I put the molds in the freezer for three hours for this tutorial. I then took them out and set the bath bombs aside to cool until they were room temperature. You must ensure that they are completely dry before using them, or else they will not fizz and spread through the water.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s inside the galaxy bath bomb?
Your bath bomb will be packaged in our signature style, as shown. Sodium bicarbonate, citric acid, PEG-8, fragrance (parfum), red 40 lake, blue 1 lake, yellow 5 lake are among the ingredients.
Is it cheaper to make your own bath bombs?
Making your own bath bombs is inexpensive if you have all of the necessary ingredients on hand. Furthermore, you can tailor the colors, scents, and add-ins to your specific needs and preferences.
Are bath bombs good for your skin?
Bath bombs, when dissolved in water, release citric acid, which fizzes up and helps loosen damaged layers of skin. Bath bomb oils are also extremely moisturizing, and soaking in a tub of hydrating oils will leave your skin soft and supple.
Do you put a bath bomb in before or after you get in?
It is preferable to dissolve the bath bomb in the water before entering. This allows the fizzing to occur and the explosion of scent to fill the bathroom, so get ready for your ultimate bath bomb bathing experience.
