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Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs

December 16, 2020 by Tiffany Davis 4 Comments

Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs are fun and easy homemade project. What could be better than a warm bath that smells like freshly baked gingerbread cookies? You can’t get more Christmas than that.

Gingerbread DIY Bath Bomb

These Gingerbread Bath Bombs make a wonderful homemade gift idea too.

If you love gingerbread be sure to check out my Cast Iron Gingerbread Recipe .

I give you full step by step instructions below and there are printable instructions at the bottom of this post.

Supplies Needed to Make Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs

Baking Soda
Epsom Salt
Cornstarch
Ground Ginger
Citric Acid
Water
Molasses
Jojoba Oil

Equipment Needed to Make Bath Bombs

There are adorable bath bomb molds out there but I’m keeping this budget friendly by using what I have in the house.

I like to use a mini-muffin tin for a mold because I feel like it holds up better than silicone, but you can use silicone if you want a fun shape.

This bath bomb recipe should make 3 – 4 dozen bath bombs depending on the mold you choose.

How to Make DIY Bath Bombs

Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs Step 1

Mix baking soda, Epsom salt, cornstarch, and ginger, in a medium-sized bowl.

DIY Bath Bombs Step 2

In jar or small bowl, combine water, molasses, and jojoba oil. This will take a bit of effort to mix well since you are combining water and oil.

Once liquid ingredients are well mixed, pour the liquid mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients.

Gingerbread Bath Bombs Step 3

Use your hands to combine and squish together. The mixture will seem quite dry, but that’s okay. 

Add the citric acid. It may begin to fizz a bit. This is just the citric acid reacting to the moisture.

Fill each mini-muffin section with bath bomb mix. You will want these to be slightly overfilled. Push down to pack the bath bomb mix in. You want this as compact as possible.

Close up on DIY Gingerbread Bath Bombs

Leave overnight to harden. Depending on the moisture and humidity in your home, you might find they have “risen” a bit overnight. This is fine. If you have packed them well, you will be able to pop them right out of the muffin tin or mold.

This is optional, but I like to leave them out of the mold overnight, so they are 100% packed and dried.

How to Store DIY Bath Bombs

Be sure to store the Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs in an air tight container.

For even more longevity wrap each bath bomb in plastic wrap first. This will also help them to retain their shape.

How to Use Gingerbread Bath Bombs

To use, add 1 – 3 bath bombs to your warm bathwater. The Epsom salts are healing and the citric acid and baking powder will add a nice fizz to your water. Enjoy the scent of fresh gingerbread while you relax!

Read more about Epsom Salts.

Why Did My DIY Bath Bombs Crumble?

You didn’t pack them tight enough – make sure you firmly pack your molds.

You didn’t have enough moisture – follow the recipe exactly, this shouldn’t be an issue. If you still do try adding a tiny amount of extra oil.

You didn’t let them completely dry – make sure you allow plenty of time for the bath bombs to dry out in the molds before you remove them.

Making DIY Bath Items

I love making simple DIY projects for myself and as gifts. Making DIY Bath items are great because you control the ingredients. Many bath products are full of chemicals you don’t want seeping into your skin during a bath!

I hope you enjoy making, using and giving these Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs!

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Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Baking Soda
  • 1/2 Cup Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 Cup Cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 Cup Citric Acid
  • 2 tsp Water
  • 1 tbsp Molasses
  • 2 tsp Jojoba Oil

Instructions

  1. Mix baking soda, Epsom salt, cornstarch, and ginger, in a medium-sized bowl.

  2. In jar or small bowl, combine water, molasses, and jojoba oil. This will take a bit of effort to mix well since you are combining water and oil.

  3. Once liquid ingredients are well mixed, pour the liquid mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients.

  4. Use your hands to combine and squish together. The mixture will seem quite dry, but that’s okay. 

  5. Add the citric acid. It may begin to fizz a bit. This is just the citric acid reacting to the moisture.

  6. Fill each mini-muffin section with bath bomb mix. You will want these to be slightly overfilled. Push down to pack the bath bomb mix in. You want this as compact as possible.

  7. Leave overnight to harden. Depending on the moisture and humidity in your home, you might find they have “risen” a bit overnight. This is fine. If you have packed them well, you will be able to pop them right out of the muffin tin or mold.

  8. This is optional, but I like to leave them out of the mold overnight, so they are 100% packed and dried.

  9. Be sure to store the Gingerbread DIY Bath Bombs in an air tight container.

    For even more longevity wrap each bath bomb in plastic wrap first. This will also help them to retain their shape.

  10. To use, add 1 – 3 bath bombs to your warm bathwater. The Epsom salts are healing and the citric acid and baking powder will add a nice fizz to your water. Enjoy the scent of fresh gingerbread while you relax!

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