Bath Bomb Recipe for Kids

Why do kids like bath bombs?

Bath bombs bring fun to bath time!Children love to watch bath bombs fizz and bounce around the tub as they dissolve. This helps create a more enjoyable bath experience because the child is entertained and happier. This also gives you a chance to give them a good scrub!

Which Bath Bombs Are Safe For Kids

Fun is basically guaranteed, but you may be wondering about safety, and yes, bath bombs are generally considered safe to use, according to Poison Control. Bath bombs are typically made of baking soda, citric acid, and maybe Epsom salt, and often Essential Oils, fragrances, and glitter or dyes as well. Keep an eye out for skin irritation from any of those extras, like essential oils or dyes, if your kiddo has sensitive skin. It’s also a good idea to use bath bombs occasionally — not every day — and rinse off of your kid’s skin and the tub when bath time is over.

Safety with Bath Bombs

We love doing bath bombs in our house as a fun activity during bath time. We do it sparingly though – as the ingredients in bath bombs can irritate skin if used too frequently. I would recommend to not use a bath bomb more than once a week with kids.

Since bath bombs contain baking soda and citric acid, we need to take some precaution when making them. I have included all of the safety tips you will find on any bath bomb making kit so please read and keep these in mind when making your own.

Bath Bomb Recipe For Kids

Ingredients

• 1 cup baking soda
• ½  cup citric acid
• ¾   cup corn starch
• ½ cup Epsom salt
• 2 tbsp. oil
• Essential oil of your choice
• 3 tsp. water
• Colouring

Method:

1. Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl, then add the desired colouring.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients- depending how strong your essential oil is, use 5-15 drops.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, whisking slowly until smooth. If the mixture is too chunky, consider adding a dash of water but it is important to do this slowly so that the ingredients aren’t activated.
4. Pour the mixture into your chosen mould, or mould with your hands, and place in the fridge for 40-60 minutes.
5. Fill a bath, and place one of your bath bombs in to enjoy a fizzy, colourful, lovely smelling bath.