Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: How to use bath bombs
• Method 2 of 2: Other Uses for Bath Bombs
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Bath bombs are a great way to make bathing more enjoyable. Bombs come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, and can have different smells. They often contain moisturizing oils that are good for the skin. But how do you apply these dusty and tough lumps? In this article, you will learn not only how to use bombs, but also how to choose them and how to use them as efficiently as possible.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: How to use bath bombs

1. 1 Choose a bomb. Bath bombs come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, and can also have a variety of odors. Some have flower petals or glitter inside, others contain oils that moisturize the skin well (for example, almond oil or cocoa butter). Pick a bomb that smells and colors you like best. If you have dry skin, look for oil bombs to moisturize your skin. Bombs may contain the following substances:
   • Essential oils (lavender, chamomile, rose). They not only give the bomb a pleasant smell, but also promote relaxation or invigorate.
   • Emollient and nourishing oils and butters: almond oil, coconut oil, shea butter or cocoa butter. These oils are suitable for dry skin.
   • Other additives: shine or petals of flowers that float on the surface of the water. They are needed only for beauty and can improve mood.
   • Salt, clay in powder or herb form. They soften, moisturize and nourish the skin.
2. 2 Try wrapping a cloth around the bomb. Some bombs have petals that can get stuck in the bath drain. To prevent this from happening, place the bomb in a small cloth bag or nylon stocking. Detergents, fragrances and oils will penetrate the water through the fabric, and the petals will remain inside. When you're done bathing, you just need to empty the pouch or throw it away.
3. 3 Try to split the bomb in two. Bath bombs are quite expensive, but you can use a barbed knife to split the bombs in half to make them last longer. Use one half now and save the other for next time.
   • If using half, wrap the other half in plastic wrap and place in a dry place. You can also store your cut bomb in an airtight container, such as a screw-top jar.The bomb should always be dry because moisture will cause it to foam.
4. 4 Plug the drain in the bathroom and draw in water. If you are making a bath for yourself, you should be comfortable there. Draw as much water as you like and adjust the temperature. When you have collected the required amount of water, close the tap.
5. 5 Put the bomb in the water. When the bomb is in the water, it will bubble and foam. Then it begins to fall apart and dissolve, and all the useful oils and salts will be in the water.
6. 6 Take off your clothes and stand with your feet in the tub. You can do this after the bomb has completely dissolved, or you can not wait for this moment.
7. 7 Sit in the bath. Get into a comfortable position. Close your eyes, relax, meditate, or read a book. The bomb will dissolve, and the water will contain essential oils, nourishing and moisturizing oils and all other substances: petals, glitter, dyes.
8. 8 When the water has cooled down, get out of the tub and dry off. The water will gradually get colder. You can get out of the bath and drain the water. Do not stay in the water for a long time, as the moisture will wrinkle the skin.
9. 9 Take a shower. It is not necessary to shower after a bath with a bomb, but if you used a dye or glitter bomb it will be helpful. Drain the water, rinse in the shower, and wash off the oil from your skin. You can also wash with a washcloth and shower gel.
10. 10 Wash the tub. Some bombs contain substances that can stain the bathtub. The easiest way to wash off the paint is when it is damp. Take a sponge and scrub the stained areas. If there are petals or sparkles in the bathtub, remove them with your hands or wash them off with water.

Method 2 of 2: Other Uses for Bath Bombs

1. 1 Remember that the bomb cannot be stored for a long time. Bombs retain their shape only in a dry room, but the fresher the bomb, the more foam will be when it dissolves. If the bomb is stored for too long, there will be much less foam and bubbles.
2. 2 Relieve nasal congestion. For colds, you can clean your nose with an eucalyptus oil bomb. Fill the bathtub with warm water, throw a bomb there and climb into the water.
3. 3 Have an aromatherapy session. Many bombs contain essential oils that have a positive effect on mood and help you relax, get rid of stress, or vice versa - feel cheerful. When choosing a bomb, pay attention to the composition and find out what essential oils are there. Essential oils also give off a scent, so choose a scent that is pleasing to you. Below is a list of the most common oils in bombs and their possible uses:
   • Lavender essential oil has a classic scent with fresh floral notes. It helps to cope with anxiety, depression and stress.
   • Rose essential oil also has a classic scent with sweet floral notes. Like lavender, it fights depression.
   • Lemon essential oil has a fresh and clean scent. It cheers up, refreshes and energizes.
   • Peppermint and other similar essential oils have a fresh, invigorating scent. They help relieve headaches and nausea. They also energize and refresh.
4. 4 Set up a spa area for yourself. You can dim the bathroom lights and light some candles. Put on some soothing music. Since you will be in the bath for a while, it is best to bring something with you. Here are some examples:
   • Read a book.
   • Take a drink with you (for example, champagne or hot tea).
   • Bring food (fruit or chocolate) with you.
   • Roll up a soft towel and place it under your head, neck and shoulders before you lie down in the tub. It will be much more convenient for you.
   • Make a face mask. By the time you decide to get out of the bath, the mask will have time to affect the skin.
5. 5 Use a bath bomb as an air freshener. There are very beautiful bombs that are simply a pity to put in the water.If you can't part with your bomb, put it on a beautiful stand and leave it in the bathroom. The aroma from her will be pleasant and not very strong.
6. 6 Use a shower bomb. If you love to pamper yourself but hate to sit in the water, try using a shower bomb. These bombs are similar to bath bombs, but they contain less oil, so they don't make the floor in the shower too slippery. Put the bomb on the bottom of the shower where the water will pour, turn on the tap and climb inside. The water will foam the bomb and the aromatic oils will come out.

Tips

• If you enjoy showering rather than bathing, buy a shower bomb and place it on the floor in your shower stall.
• Cut the bomb in half and use it half at a time.

Warnings

• You may have an allergic reaction to one of the substances in the bomb. Before you buy a bomb, read its composition.
• Bombs can stain your bathtub and towel.
• If you have sensitive skin, be careful. Some bombs contain essential oils and other ingredients that can cause allergies. If you have allergic reactions to oils and bubble baths, you may be allergic to the substances in the bombs.

What do you need

• Bath bomb
• Bath
• Water