Thanks to the increased popularity in purchasing a classic bathtub, people are finding solace in taking baths once again. Though getting clean is very important to our society, bathing has taken on another important function. In today’s hurried lifestyle, we find it increasingly difficult to simply relax and unwind. Today, the bathtub makes this possible.
Though taking a long, hot bath sounds like a very inviting time for most, why not spice your time up by adding some luxurious bubbles? Remember when you were a kid and taking a bubble bath was one of the ways your parents could coax you into getting clean? Today you can once again indulge yourself in rich lathery bubbles as you relax and unwind in your bathtub.
Making bubble bath does not have to be hard at all. In this article you will find several different recipes for making bubble bath solution that you can create and enjoy! Of course you can just go out and purchase a bottle of bubble bath, but where is the fun in that?
One thing you will want to have on hand is a container for storing your solution. You can make it as needed, but this is really not very practical and by doing this you will waste a lot of time and money.
Every solution contains water…so far, so good. After that, you will either use some type of soap or detergent. At this point you will want to be very careful. Sometimes your skin can become sensitive to harsh chemicals, so be sure to use caution when using any type of soap bubble solution. Also, read the labels on the soap or detergent containers for any warnings concerning contact with the skin.
Recipe #1
Combine: 1 Bottle of Natural Dishwashing Soap ¼ Cup of Glycerine 1 Tablespoon of Sugar 10 Drop of Lavender Essential Oil Food Coloring (optional) Mix together all ingredients gently until sugar is dissolved. Store in container and enjoy in your next warm bath filled with luxurious bubbles. The secret to this recipe is the glycerine and sugar that create big, long, lasting bubbles. For this recipe, I use Ultra Dishmate by Earth Friendly Products. This liquid dishwashing cleaner is a great product. Made from coconut oil and free from phosphates, dyes or perfumes. Need I say anything more? Draw yourself a bath and jump into those big fluffy bubbles.
Recipe #2
To make the Bubbling Bath Salts Recipe, you will need the following ingredients: 3 cups Epsom Salts 1/2 cup Rock Salt 1/3 cup of your favorite Body Wash 1. Mix all ingredients together and combine well in a large bowl. 2. Transfer into a clean, air-tight container. 3. Add a small scoop or two to your running bathwater by placing the salts under the running water, to activate the bubbles. 4. May last up to 3 months if kept in a clean, air-tight container. Do not scoop with dirty hands or fingers. Recipe #3
2½ cups Epsom salt ½ cup olive oil ¾ cup body wash 1 peppermint tea bag 1 chamomile tea bag 10 drops essential oils (I used chill pill) Recipe Directions: Place tea bag contents in a small bowl and set aside. To a medium size bowl add Epsom salt and tea leaves and mix thoroughly. Once done add body wash and mix until it has been combined. Slowly stir in olive oil and essential oils; mix the oils until they have been mixed in. Once done store soak in air tight container.
Recipe #4
¾ to 1 c Castile Soap 1 to 1¼ tsp vegetable glycerin MAKE IT Gently stir ingredients together and add to bath under running water.
There are many other recipes out there, but these are a few we wanted to share. Test them and let us know which recipe you like best!
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