Hibiscus Bath Bombs DIY Recipe

Treat your skin to a luxurious soak with a homemade hibiscus bath bomb with this easy recipe.

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Your skin will love the benefits from the hibiscus and the Epsom salts. Perfect for a relaxing self-care routine, this easy-to-make recipe is a wonderful way to unwind and indulge. These bath bombs make a great DIY Gift and are fun for everyone including kids, teens and adults.

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Your Skin Will Love the Benefits of Hibiscus Flower

Incorporating hibiscus into your bath can offer several skin benefits:

• Rich in Antioxidants: Hibiscus is abundant in antioxidants like vitamin C and flavonoids, which help combat free radicals, potentially reducing oxidative stress and promoting healthier skin ^{(Botanical Institute)}
• Supports Collagen Production: The high vitamin C content in hibiscus aids in collagen synthesis, enhancing skin elasticity and firmness. ^(TrueMeds)
• Anti-Aging Properties: Hibiscus contains myricetin, a compound that may inhibit collagenase, an enzyme that degrades collagen, thereby helping to maintain skin structure and reduce signs of aging ^{(MindBodyGreen)}
• Hydration and Moisturization: Using hibiscus in a bath can help hydrate and moisturize the skin, improving its overall texture and appearance.
• Soothing and Calming Effects: The natural properties of hibiscus can help soothe and calm the skin, making it beneficial for those with sensitive or irritated skin.

Incorporating hibiscus into your bath routine can provide these benefits, giving you healthier, glowing skin.

Ingredients and Supplies Needed To Make Hibiscus Bath Bombs

You’ll need the following items to make these Hibiscus bath bombs:

Epsom salt – be sure to use unscented. You can use these in many other DIY Beauty projects including these bath salts.

Baking Soda – you probably already have this in your kitchen.

Citric Acid – this is what give these the fizzy. This is what I used.

Corn Starch – probably already in your kitchen. If not, grab it at the store or this one.

Hibiscus Powder – you can certainly grind up your own hibiscus flowers. Or you can buy some already ground up into a powder. This is the hibiscus powder I used. You can also use the hibiscus flower to make this deep cleansing Hibiscus facial scrub.

Essential Oil – Optional You can add some essential oil for extra benefits, but it’s not required for this DIY recipe. Another floral oil would complement the hibiscus well.

I would avoid heavy scents because you don’t want to overpower the hibiscus.

Lavender is really good for skin so that would be a great choice.

Frankincense is always wonderful to add to anything.

Bath Bomb Mold – This is the basic round mold I used. There’s lots of bath bomb mold options. If you already have one, use what you have or find a cute one that you like.

Step By Step Directions For Making Hibiscus Bath Bombs

Step 1: Make a Hibiscus Infused Oil

The first step for these bath bombs is to make a hibiscus Infused Oil. This step takes up to 2 weeks so be sure to plan ahead.

To make the infused oil, you’ll want to add about 1/4 cup of the hibiscus powder to about 3/4 cup to one cup of oil. I used olive oil, however any carrier oil will work. Feel free to use Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil, Fractionated Coconut Oil, etc.

I usually use a small mason jar for this. Any container with a lid will work – I prefer glass.

Let it sit in a dark, dry spot for at least 10 days. The longer it sits, the more the oil takes on the flavor and scent of the hibiscus. I recommend giving the jar a gentle shake every day to make sure everything is staying well mixed.

When you are done, if needed, strain any bits of hibiscus out using a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth, reserving the oil.

Once you have your Hibiscus Infused Oil ready to go, you can move on to the next steps.

Step 2 – Make Hibiscus Bath Bombs

To make your bath bombs, gather all your ingredients and supplies including your infused oil from the previous step.

First, combine the corn starch, baking soda, and Epsom salt together. Then set aside the dry ingredients.

Next, if you’d like to add any essential oil, now is the time to add it to your hibiscus infused oil.

Another floral oil would complement the hibiscus well.

• Lavender is really good for skin so that would be a great choice.
• Frankincense is always wonderful to add to anything.
• I would avoid heavy scents because you don’t want to overpower the hibiscus.

Next, slowly add your infused oil to the dry ingredients.

Keep mixing until the mixture can clump together like moon sand. If it doesn’t clump together, you can try adding a teaspoon of infused oil at a time until you get the right texture.

Once you have your mixture ready to go, you can add it to a bath bomb mold. Add plenty of mixture to the mold – enough that it is overflowing and be sure it is really compacted into the mold.

Then, firmly press the 2 sides of the molds together and twist until the two sides are touching.

Next, very gently pull off one side of the mold. Repeat with the other side.

Set down on something such as a parchment lined cookie sheet and leave them alone to dry for at least 24 hours or until they are hard to the touch. If they still are crumbly, let them sit longer.

You should have enough mixture to make about 4 bath bombs if you are using the same mold as I used.

There are many mold options available, even some really cute flower shapes, cupcakes, donuts, and more so feel free to get creative and try some fun shapes for your bath bombs.

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