I can’t believe Spring is finally here and that means I’m spending more time in the garden. But it also means that I’m taking more baths afterwards. While I love adding bath bombs, many are filled with chemicals, too many weird scents, and dyes that can stain my white tub. They’re also really expensive! So I’m learning how to make my own Rose Petal Bath Bombs using organic and natural ingredients, most of which are available from Amazon and Mountain Rose Herbs.
For those of you new to this series, Sarah Munro, the heroine in ONE DARK WISH, the second book in the Deadly Force series, is an 18th century historian who inherited a collection of colonial-era herbal and homeopathic remedies. And, in this blog space, I’ve been sharing her recipes with you all. I’m adding this recipe to this collection because these Rose Petal Bath Bombs contain coconut oil which softens the skins and can lock in hydration. The coconut oil, as well as the essential oils, also have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. And the Epsom salt (aka magnesium sulfate) may help relieve muscle soreness and reduce inflammation when used in baths.
Note: I am not an affiliate of Mountain Rose Herbs. I just love their website and buy most of my herbs and other special ingredients from them.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup citric acid powder
- 1/2 cup Epsom salt
- 4 teaspoons beet powder
- 1/2 cup dried rose petals (food-grade, if possible)
- 3 teaspoons high-proof alcohol
- 3 teaspoons coconut oil, melted
- 20 – 30 drops rose geranium essential oil
- 20 – 30 drops vanilla essential oil blend
- 4 large stainless steel bath bomb molds
Directions for Rose Petal Bath Bombs
- Place a sieve over a large bowl and sift together the baking soda, cornstarch, citric acid powder, Epsom salt, and beet powder. Once all the ingredients are sifted, use a large spoon to gently stir, to add more air.
- Prepare the molds by putting 1 Tablespoon of the dried rose petals into one half of the bath bomb molds.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil. Remove from the heat and quickly stir in the rose geranium essential oil and the vanilla essential oil blend.
- Using a wooden spoon, stir the heated oils into the dry ingredients. Then slowly drizzle the alcohol into the mixture. If you see a lot of fizzing (a chemical reaction), slow down the drizzling of the alcohol. Stir quickly to avoid the fizzing.
- Spoon the mixture into both sides of the bath bomb molds. Using the back of a spoon, firmly pat the mixture into the mold and press the molds together. Place the molds on a baking sheet and allow to cure for NO MORE THAN 3 HOURS. If they cure any longer, they will be really hard to remove.
- Remove the molds, but then put the bath bombs back into one half of the mold and allow them to dry for at least 24 hours. Once they are dry, wrap them in plastic or muslim and store in a cool, dry space.
- To use: drop a bath bomb into your bath water next time you want to treat yourself to a nice, relaxing tub experience.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER ABOUT WILD PLANTS, FORAGING, AND MAKING HERBAL REMEDIES:
I am not a medical professional and nothing written on this blog is medical advice. None of my statements have been evaluated by the FDA (I am legally required to give you this disclaimer).
It is important to do your due diligence before foraging, harvesting, and/or consuming any type of medicinal plant.
- If you are taking any medications, talk to your doctor about any potential drug interactions.
- If you are allergic to anything, make sure whatever you are foraging is not in the same family. Example: While dandelions are typically considered safe, those who are allergic to ragweed, latex, daisies, or any other plants in the same or similar families, may not be able to consume dandelion.
Always research potential side effects, dosage recommendations, and how to properly prepare and consume each medicinal plant.
Always make sure you are foraging what you believe to be. Fully prepare and study the anatomy before harvesting wild plants.
Always make sure your kitchen/work area is clean and that all materials are sterilized.
Do not forage plants from areas that have been sprayed within the past 2 years at the very least.
I am not legally or morally responsible for the health of any of my readers. Please do your own research!
