Bath Bombs
Source: CanolaInfo
Bath bombs also contain citric acid. Citric acid is
a natural, odorless and colorless crystalline substance. It plays an
important role in the stabilization of oils and their use in cosmetics.
Tip: Be sure to pack the mixture tightly into the mold, lightly spray
with water and pack again. This will create a strong hold for the bath
bomb.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup baking soda 50 mL
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch 25 mL
- 2 Tbsp citric acid 25 mL
- 1 1/2 Tbsp canola oil 20 mL
- 1/4 tsp essential or fragrance oil 1 mL
- 2 drops food coloring 2
- light mist of water
- mold for shaping bombs
Instructions
Mix the baking soda and cornstarch together. Add the
canola oil, the drops of food colouring and the essential/fragrance
oil. Using a water mister, mist the mixture lightly one time. Mix well
until there are no lumps and the color is well blended. Add the citric
acid. Heap as much of the mixture as possible into a mould. Press down
very firmly packing the mixture well. Do not add more mixture to the
mold after firmly packing it as it will not create a cohesive bath bomb.
Let the bath bomb air dry for 1-2 days on a baking rack.
Interesting variation: use Lavender essential oil
as well as 1/2 tsp (2mL) of dried lavender blossoms. Add the lavender
blossoms when mixing the baking soda and cornstarch together.
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