Candy Cane Shower Steamers
Create the perfect homemade holiday gift with these DIY candy cane shower steamers! These peppermint essential oil infused shower steamers help to open up airways and soothe congestion naturally. Simple to make and beautifully festive, candy cane shower steamers are a thoughtful, handmade gift idea that combines the benefits of aromatherapy with holiday cheer. Perfect for friends, family, or a self care treat, these candy cane shower steamers will add a minty twist to your homemade Christmas gifts!
Amount Made :7 shower bombs
Equipment
- Cookie scoop (Optional. Can use hands to mold)
- parchment paper (Optional - can use a cookie sheet)
- cookie sheet or parchment paper
Ingredients
- ½ cup baking soda
- ¼ cup epsom salts unscented
- 2-3 tsp water
- 20 drops peppermint essential oil
- 1 drop red food coloring optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the baking soda, and half the epsom salts until well blended.
- Add the essential oil and water, and stir until it is the consistency of wet sand. You may not use all the water.
- In a disposable cup, mix the remaining half of the Epsom salts with one drop of red food coloring. Fold into the other mixture, not completely blending it. You can leave out the food coloring if you prefer. It won't affect the shower steamers other than the color.
- Using the cookie scoop, gather spoonfuls, and drop onto parchment paper.
- Allow to set for 12 hours.
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Notes
Yields about 7 shower steamers depending on the size of your shower bomb.