How to clean a bathtub after using a bath bomb

 Sep 30,2022

A bath bomb or bath fizzy is a consumer product used during bathing. Mo Constantine, co-founder of Lush Cosmetics, invented and patented it in 1989.

Bath bombs' primary ingredients are a weak acid and a bicarbonate base. These are unreactive when dry but react vigorously when dissolved in water to produce their characteristic fizzing over a period of several minutes. This is an acid-base reaction that involves the conversion of citric acid and sodium bicarbonate to monosodium citrate and carbon dioxide:

C₅H₇O₅CO₂H _(aq.) + NaHCO_{3 (aq.)} → C₅H₇O₅CO₂⁻Na⁺_(aq.) + H₂O_(l) + CO_{2 (g)}

The other ingredients in bath bombs can vary considerably. However, most contain scented ingredients and dye to impart a pleasant fragrance and color to bathwater. Lathering agents, such as sodium lauryl sulfate, are also often added to create bubble foam.

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Knowing what your bath bombs are made of is a great way to determine whether they are likely to stain your tub or shower. Generally, a bath bomb recipe contains three things:

baking soda
citric acid
cornflour

These ingredients create the fun, fizzing effect we enjoy and soothe irritated skin. The addition of colorants, scents, and Essential Oils enhances recipes further.

It is important to know how much of a bath bomb recipe to use in your tub. A standard bath bomb size should not leave any marks, but exceeding the standard amount increases this likelihood.

It is also important to follow the right water-to-bath bomb ratio when experimenting with the number of bath bombs to use. Too little water makes the intensity of the color more concentrated, leaving traces in your tub or shower.

While it is quite rare for a standard bath bomb-size product to stain your tub, there are ways you can prevent any unsightly marks.

We all love a brightly colored bath bomb set, but these recipes are more likely to stain your tub. If possible, choose bath bomb sets that are not too brightly colored.

The more water that is in your tub, the less concentrated the colors and oils from the bath bomb recipe. Along with ensuring you have the right amount of water to match the standard bath bomb size and water ratio, this will contribute to keeping your tub clean and stain-free!

Move into the shower and avoid stains entirely! Bath bombs used in the shower create the same effects that you enjoy in the bath.
If using bath bombs in the shower is not for you, as soon as you are finished in your tub, be sure to shower down and wash the area. This will remove any lingering color before it gets the chance to stain.

Cleaning your tub is necessary, but you should be mindful of the products you‘re using. Harsh chemicals can affect the coating on your tub, breaking it down and making it more susceptible to bath bomb stains.

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Bucket
Hot water
Baking soda
Dish soap
Clean microfiber cloth
Clean sponge
A tub and tile cleaner (optional)
Magic Eraser (optional)

Before you get to cleaning, Mehmetoglu recommends removing bath toys, loofahs, bath mats, and toiletries from the bathtub. They'll only get in the way of a thorough cleaning job, and you don't want any cleaning products to end up on them—especially if you have kids who may put toys in their mouths.

Cleaning gloves will protect your hands from potentially harsh cleaning products as you scrub the dirt and grime away from the tub. You may just want to avoid getting all that dirt and grime on your hands.

Next, generously sprinkle the shower tiles, bathtub, faucets, and showerhead with baking soda.

While the baking soda sits on the bath's surface, fill your bucket with hot water and a few drops of your go-to dish soap.

Immerse your sponge in the soapy water, then scrub all parts of the tub in circular motions. The baking soda, Mehmetoglu says, will help to whiten the tub and get rid of soap scum. Plus, it'll help deodorize the tub if there are any lingering odors. While any sponge will do, Mehmetoglu has a favorite tool. "The Scrub Daddy sponge uses the least amount of water and will not scratch your bathtub," she says.

After fully cleaning the tub, rinse it with hot water, ensuring all the baking soda and soap residue is gone from nooks and crannies.

Next, dry the tub with a clean microfiber cloth and polish the faucets and showerheads. Once everything's dry and polished, you can put your toiletries and bath accessories back in!

If you have a shower curtain, make sure to clean that, too—your bathtub won't stay clean for long if your curtain and liner are dirty. You can throw the fabric part in the wash with your other laundry and stain-treat it beforehand. The plastic liner can go in the washing machine, too. Just make sure to use cool water and add a few bath towels to prevent excessive wrinkling.

Independent plastic packaging products are preferred. After opening, it is recommended to use bath balls (which can increase the dissolution efficiency by 20%). Among the well-known brands, Lush's "Bubble Genie" series and Bath & Body Works' "Instant Spa Ball" are market-proven products with low residue design.

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