HOW TO MAKE BATH BOMBS - DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS

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[@craftendy6331]

Well this is my recipe, I live in Florida. (The recipe varies on where u live. my recipe dries really fast where I live) DRY INGREDIENTS •1 Cup Baking Soda •3/4 Cup Citric Acid WET INGREDIENTS In a diff bowl.... •3 tablespoons Coconut Oil (You can use any Oil) •4 tablespoons water •Essential Oils (Opt) •Soap Dye (Opt) Ok I hope this helped anyone who lives in humid areas, all you need to do is follow the same steps as the video except, not the same ingredients! Thank You For Reading All This!!

[@jawjapeach7266]

Craftendy no corn starch? Or Epson salt? I’m in north GA. High altitude and humidity. I’m having ok results. Could be better, but decent.

[@creativecheersoffashionlau7364]

Craftendy well thank you. I live in a humid country and mine won’t dry good enough and then get moldy. Gonna try. Thanks!!

[@nycpennypowell]

Thank-You for sharing I’m in the Miami area😂😂 What about the 99% alcohol ? Or Witch Hazel? Sorry I’m new and have no idea the difference also do you have a dehumidifier ?😂😂 Thank-You again for sharing I appreciate you taking the time😍

[@beantheremungthat8562]

If your workspace is not a complete mess, none of this is going to work - haha, so true 😅

[@elisemann1215]

I’m dying I can’t stop laughing

[@ashleylott2958]

This has been the most helpful video i have watched! I just started making bath bombs and purchased the ornament molds, every single one of them cracked down the middle. I am looking into metal ones now. I also found that i was making my mix too wet and the bath bombs seemed to expand while they were drying. Thank you so much for the awesome video!

[@jinxieb.777]

I was in such a bad mood when I started watching this, but between your chattin and those wind chimes I am hooked...Thanks for the pick me up and the wicked awesome BB recipe :) I had to sub....Peace and Light!

[@poppykefaloukos7021]

By far, one of the most interesting bath bomb videos to watch. 💖

[@kencouch2522]

excellent tutorial!! great info, thank you. your humor is AWESOME!

[@amysteed6498]

This is the only recipe that has worked for me! Thank you so much!!

[@kimberlylittle5989]

I have watched a few videos and I have to say this is my favorite. I needed a laugh today and you made it happen. Thank you, great recipe!

[@lmac36]

Great video! Lots of great tips on how to put product into moulds & will for sure be using the elastics! Thanks! :)

[@dollywroten5881]

best bath bomb tutorial in the bath bomb capital of North America!

[@janettepolt2815]

Thanks for the coffee tip! I did really need it.

[@ariel4891]

Just made these! I'm excited to see how they turn out. I did use essential oils instead of the fragrance oil, but I am looking into getting some fragrance oil ( I also used avocado oil instead of olive oil, because that's what I had on hand). The instructions were great, and I can't wait till I finish drying so I can give them as gifts! Edit: going ahead, I will not be doubling this recipe. I just don't have enough molds, and I'm hoping that sealing it in some Tupperware will keep it long enough for the first batch to dry.

[@4tony42]

Each of your videos are simple and amazing. I have learned so much. Thank you!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Your welcome.

[@facialsonDemand]

Thank you! You make wonderful videos. Very user-friendly and informative!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Glad you like them!

[@ndurrett808]

you are sooo awesome. I am a new subbie who wants to be a soapmaker. I find your personality very sincere and honestly, it feels like I am standing right there next to you as you share your love to the art of soaping. i will be checking out your etsy shop and making a purchase. please never ever stop sharing your knowledge with us on YT.

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Why thank you! :)

[@anxngel618]

Rebecca Trester wow

[@cadams2279]

Great! Going to try and make them.

[@laceys5907]

Love your video!!!! Very helpful

[@boop7313]

I love your messy workspace tip. I work best among a bit of chaos too lOL

[@bonitammorgan]

Your voice is so calming. I am going yo try your recipe. You make it look so easy. Thank you for sharing.

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Have fun!

[@donnahead6242]

Beautiful video!

[@loriwoodard8649]

Love them 😚

[@savingsilver]

Interesting as always..... 😀

[@CA-LOVEFORJESUSCHRIST]

Yeh! that was good.

[@carrieburch7646]

Great videos and very much appreciated!

[@marymidgett2022]

IT WORKED! Modified with meatball makers but they’re drying!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

YAAAYYYYY!!!!

[@bluetintin8290]

Love your video

[@sardouskincareproducts7565]

You are very good at explaining how to make bath bombs.

[@vickiromines1552]

I love you!!! This is Great and your personality is warming and funny

[@lanaallen113]

This is great. Thank you

[@jenniembury1274]

Thanks for the great tutorial and your fun sense of humor :)

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Any time!

[@shuntabrintley9408]

Citric Acid can often be found with the canning products ( Mason Jars etc.) at the local Walmart.

[@chloeh59]

This lady is hilarious

[@samanthakilkenny3357]

Thankyou for showing us how to make bath bombs, i have tried and failed so many times and after copying you with the whisk method, iv finally made one that looks lovely and it works! Im chuffed to bits, i thought i was never gonna do it xx hi from the UK xx

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Awesome!

[@kerriskaraoke]

Thank you!

[@ScorpioWomanMoon]

This was very helpful. Thank you

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johntaglia9378]

Being a guy, you have a male side & a female side of your molds. They fir together very well. Great video.

[@sherylanne5192]

You're funny, gal! lol You made this video actually fun to watch! lol ~good on ya

[@Sylvia-Storm]

Wish we had a Walmart in the UK. You all seem to get such good bargains from there.

[@kelleyspartiatis4776]

I buy mine from a place that sells to restaurants. 3kg baking soda £2.99 and I get 10kg citric acid for £20 on line. Actually they sell baking soda too and it's the same price as the one I buy. Free delivery too. Want the link?

[@kellydurkin38]

thank you i tried this twice as the first time i forgot to add citric acid as i thought my niece had put it in oops second time was brilliant they came out quite good many thanks for the video A++++++++++

[@rialuongo3441]

Awesome

[@bathtubfairycotton5736]

awesome thanks

[@kenivette]

thank you so much!

[@tarablondin2851]

Hi there thank you so much for the video:) I have a question, if I am using essential oils rather then fragrance oil, how do I do that correctly? Would I use the same amount of essential oil as you used fragrance oil? Thank you :)

[@t.s8113]

Thanks again for your video. How long should the bomb sit out before wrapping? Mine are 2 1/2" long and about an inch thick. Have you done a video on wrapping a finished bomb?

[@amydavis3078]

Hi there! First off, thanks so much for this! I'm determined to learn how! Question: I followed your recipe but since I wasn't using fragrance, I replaced that TBS with extra water, since I assumed it'd need the same moisture level. I added simply a few drop of EO instead. I molded them and wrapped with bands for one hour, but all of them immediately opened in two halves. Like a thick clay. Did I add to much moisture? So if I don't add fragrance, should i not replace that with the same volume? Looking forward to the help! Thanks big!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Cut back on the fluids. Subbing a bit more water if your not using any fragrance, which includes FO and EO is okay. Your climate might be a factor too if you live in a humid area.

[@dsky2385]

thank you for the video, I will try using the metal mold next try. I live in tropical country and has been 5 times fail in making bathbombs :( And also I wa using xmas ornament.

[@La-princia]

Thank you so much for this best video

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Most welcome

[@EncielMcx2005]

Love the video! I can't find the Scented Oil. Where did you purchase?

[@guitar198225]

I've recently been researching this subject and this video is the best I found by far...... Could I ask..... How many medium sized bombs would you typically get from this mix? Thank you.

[@lateefajohnson61]

Oh how I know about fragrance oil it messed up my dresser😢 good job girl

[@jenniferlaver7630]

I did exactly the same . Ahh

[@jackiemalik8758]

I have all my metal bathbomb molds with bombs drying. I have the med ornaments I I bought at Michaels. Plastic. One of the others crumbled when I tried 5o move it.

[@luzfigueroa1550]

Would love a demonstration of the creation.

[@donna4049]

I loved this video. ... I can tell that you are a very nice person and very funny. Your plastic molds are way to much work. I appreciate that you put so much hard work into showing us that! They came out flawless! Very very pretty! How long do you let them sit out to dry?? Do you ever put embeds in them or other stuff??

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Thank you. I have experimented with embeds of toys and such. I have an updated video about making bath bombs and drying tips for crack free bombs. Check out my videos to see the updated one.

[@davidmontes1107]

I hate your. Face

[@teridoster5840]

Well, that was flippin' rude!

[@kelleyspartiatis4776]

@@davidmontes1107 well aren't you a nasty little fuckwit?

[@AtomicBalmbathnbody]

@@davidmontes1107 you need to learn some manners. Gee your mamma must be so proud. You soooo rude!

[@sheferret6768]

Can I use Essential Oils in Bath Bombs as well? There are a lot more EO's then FO's around where I live.

[@Elizren]

Firstly I would just like to say thank you for making this recipe simple and easy to remember and I enjoy your video I subscribed your channel thank you so much oh and by the way is it OK to use candlemaking sent

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

You can only use candle making fragrance IF it is skin safe.

[@karenhamilton6369]

Hey there! I love watching your videos! They are very helpful! I am VERY new to making bath bombs so fingers crossed it is not a disaster! 🤞🏻🙈 MY QUESTION IS: How do you figure out what to charge for bath bombs, salt/sugar scrubs… etc… I am not sure where to start with figuring it out. Thanks so much!!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Everyone is different. You need to figure out the cost of materials and the price things go for in the market where you are.

[@sweetpeastationnz6598]

They are awesome. Thanks for your recipe and thorough tutorial. with the recipe/amount you made how many molds would I need to buy? it would find it laborious to wait an hour before making next bomb.😀

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

I actually have a new system of doing them, but it does require a bunch of molds. I will be having a video come out within a week or so showing it, and it's with a slightly different recipe.

[@doreensweeney2004]

Great video can you tell me where you got the large metal mold?

[@ondyvalladares5254]

Enjoyed your tutorial. I just noticed you are in Prescott Valley. I just moved there a few months ago. You are probably down from me.

[@noyonikashow4187]

Hi, nice recipe what is the shelf life of this bathbomb

[@veronicacruz7092]

Very nice video! Thank you! When I finished my bath boms they looked perfect, I was so proud! But the next day all of them where crack. Is there any way to make new boms with them? What do you think I did wrong?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

It could be any things. Check out my bath bomb troubleshooting video.

[@boop7313]

It may be just a little bit too much oils in your recipe. Try a little less and see how you go. Good luck!

[@gingerkirby8208]

What is your opinion about using a silicone mold, like maybe a candy mold and pressing the mixture into those?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Some people use those, but it can be tricky to get a firm pack on the mixture because the mold flexes.

[@meganmcpharlin6548]

Thank-you for your video! I have tried several recipes where I've added the liquid at a what I thought was slow pace. Every time I try to make bath bombs they expand out of the mold. But I also live in a dry climate. Aside from mixing vigorously, do you have any recommendations to help keep the fizzing at bay so it will dry all nice and molded?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Fizzing will happen when you put the fluid in no matter what. Just do a very little at a time and mix quickly until it is all mixed in. The bombs will be moist when you mold them. Keep them molded in a dry area. I recommend keeping one half off the mold for an hour, and then flipping it over for the other side to be exposed and dry for another hour. I will be making a new video about the bath bombs that show a different simple method and drying techniques.

[@sherrigibson118]

You can also put one drop on at a time then immediately squish the fizzing drop of moisture to stop the reaction, then mix that moist drop of partially reacted powder to the rest. It is how I saw a scientist do it. With 15 ml of water going into a batch and every drop 1 ml.. that is a bit slower but might help with your dilemma

[@tisayoung8546]

Thank you so so much Can you show how to package them and I would like to add jewelry inside. Small ear rings a breath or ring. Just novelty items nothing super expensive. Would I need to put them in small plastic bags or ... So that they don't damage the ball or be damaged? Thank you for responding.

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Check out my more recent bath bomb videos. I explain how I wrap in a few of them and I also have one that shows how to embed hidden messages and even a toy frog.

[@mariebernard183]

Can you use muffin pans as mold?

[@rebeccaevans3496]

Your lovely, I can tell. Brilliant video. So real, so honest....so rare these days. Thank you for sharing your joy x

[@trish3724]

Your funny I like it

[@larhondaroberts2427]

just found you and love it! I have a question. Is there a reason you don't use epsom salts?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

It's optional.

[@jojodeladingco4400]

wow amazing you i love it 😀😀😀😀😉😉😉😀😀😉😉😀😀😀😀😀

[@terrybonham2399]

I so luv your video ......do you have a printable copy for ingredients? Thank you so very much!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Sorry I don't. You'll have to write it down.

[@CreativeMindsTV]

Wow! I was up last night very late watching and liking your videos! You are amazing! You are a great teacher! I have a question, I'm sorry if you've already been asked this, I didn't see it on here so my question is - How long do I HAVE to wait before I can shrink wrap the bath bombs? I've seen some people say 1 day to 2 days, and in another one of your videos you were describing a different type of bomb - I think it was the shower steamer video?? But I believe you said to get them wrapped asap and that they would continue to dry in the shrink wrap. I've been making bath bombs to send to family and friends in other states and I want to be sure that it's ok to wrap them quickly and send them off. One consideration is that I use essential oils in my bath bombs so with that being said, how long until I can shrink wrap?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

As long as the surface is hard and dry, you should be able to shrink wrap them. They still dry when wrapped because some air still gets in to them. Just keep them in a cool, dry place until you re ready to sell or ship.

[@CreativeMindsTV]

Thank you! You are THE best! :D

[@trishalynn56]

I was wondering if after they are shrink wrapped will they crumble apart when the recipient trys to get it opened.

[@anaespinal9097]

Hi. Love your video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Can i know how much water did you use? and, can it be any type of water? Thanks in advance for your answer!!!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Tap water is just fine.

[@KBERLY100]

But HOW much water did you use? You didn't say in the video! Thanks

[@mrmrsgroom8016]

Do you recommend the oil in this still due to trips or can it be left out? Also if I use a water soluble die does it need to be mixed with anything to disperse properly?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Dyes like that don't need to be mixed. You ca leave the oil out, but compensate with a little more water.

[@ReneesSignature]

Can the olive oil be substituted? Also is the Epsom salt necessary?

[@beckichaplin1974]

Awesome looking bombs! Do these sink or float?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

They float for me.

[@kimwalsh1331]

Mine sink! :(

[@katiewinn255]

Have you ever used mica powder to dye your bath bombs? If so, can you offer some tips in using micas? I seem to have a far better time using them over food coloring. Thanks!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

You can, but sparingly.

[@debrawoods4472]

Do you use the slsa foaming agent? Or any other agent to make bubbles?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Nope.

[@guitar198225]

Can you use guar gum instead of cornstarch?

[@FirebladeCBR]

I want to use vanilla fragrance oil and wondered if it would discolour bath bombs like it does soap

[@nolaprincess93]

Dorien Reed yes it would if your trying to make them white they will turn cream or yolky colored

[@amydavis3078]

Can you tell me how long you let them dry (after removed from the mold) before you wrap them in plastic?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

A few hours

[@boop7313]

It will also depend on humidity. I usually have to leave mine to dry for 48hrs but I live in a humid place. Look up weather apps for humidity. I try to wait for days that are under 60 % humidity. Its supposed to be 40% but that hardly ever happens here lol. The fridge helps them dry out faster too. Hope this helps!

[@Stewartl100]

I wondered if you have ever used a food processor for blending? I have an old one that I am not using for anything else, and thought it would cut down on the dust.

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

I don't see why that wouldn't work. It may interfere though with the amount of fluids used since it would make the ingredients a finer grade.

[@Stewartl100]

Thank you!

[@oldman0000]

I love making bath bombs tho I haven't done it in over a year, I haven't found really good smelling fragrance oils, any advice

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

aromabeadsonline.com

[@sulynchin]

Can I used perfume oil instead

[@stephaniei5690]

Can you provide information on the fragrance oil angel wings...where can it be purchased?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

sensational scents

[@crafdnonna6027]

Is this on etsy? Do you have a web address please :-)

[@pattimincher4201]

TYFS, I am newly searching to learn how to make bath bombs. Two questions, how long do they need to set to dry before putting in a package and second question how long can you store them ?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

They can be stored for years if kept in a cool, dry place. Packaging should happen within a few hours after they are dry on the outside regardless how you package them. Even shrink wrap will still continue to let air in so they dry completely when wrapped. This also prevents the bombs from cracking if they dry too quickly in open air.

[@patriciageldert28]

will they float without using slsa?

[@valeriesadberry8529]

can you use part of the bath bomb and then take it out , will it get hard again to use later?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

it will still fizz for while if you take it out, but it will dry and could be used again. However the second time it might fall apart or not fizz at all. Bath bombs are generally a one time use item.

[@tammieschiller397]

I have a question. I have almost the same recipe except the liquid. I use 100% essential oil so I could never use that much 2tbs. Would i use more coconut oil then?

[@kassischones2772]

Tammie Schiller did you ever figure out how much coconut oil to use?

[@missya3138]

Could you make cubes out of the extra left overs

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Sure you could. I use any leftovers as a bath fizz soak.

[@80shairbandtributes]

The first time I made some they worked perfect. I don't remember what I did. I'm wanting to get in the soap business. I'm using 1 cup baking soda 1/2 cornstarch 1/2 Epson salts and citric acid I'm stuck on the wet ingredients. But they end up being soft after I take them out the molds. And they'll stay soft. Any tips?

[@80shairbandtributes]

What would you recommend measuring the wet ingredients with this much I use? Thank You!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Take a look at my more recent video. It's an easier recipe. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6GnZH1njJeHoLc Getting bath bombs to work is tricky and a lot of it has to do with your location. Dry/humid/rainy? High or low elevation?

[@80shairbandtributes]

Desert Cloud Soapworks I live in Texas I just used 1/3 of cornstarch and everything else. And they turned out hard!!!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

It could have been too much cornstarch soaking up the humidity in the air. Glad you got them to stay hard. :)

[@MsAzBlondie]

I read that it should be two parts Baking Soda to one part citric acid in order for it to work. Do you live in california or a coastal part of the country? that can make it do that.

[@ivonvalle2683]

Nice video, I have a question don’t you need polysorbate 80, so water and oil combine?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

No, you don't need that.

[@guadalupealcocer1262]

I tríed once With corn starch and got powdery, what is exactly the purpose of corn starch? What about using kaolin clay? you are very good, I like your explanation of troubleshooting.

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Kaolin clay works too. The corn starch is more like a binder.

[@guadalupealcocer1262]

thank you. I followed your tips just like you say in your video...I could make successfully my bath bombs, beautiful and very hard! I put them inside a carton box and in a room kind of warm...now is very very humid here....and they got dry nicely. thank you again.

[@tracimclaughlin6943]

What is the difference between fragrance oil and essential oils???

[@sjs9354]

Traci Adi Fragrance Oil is diluted and way cheaper. The fragrance doesnt last long and it takes way more to get a scent. Some projects would be watered down by the extra fragrance. Fragrance oil is measured by teaspoons and tablespoons. Essential oil is extremely concentrated. They are beneficial for health reasons. I get mine at Edens Garden and Plant Therapy. Essential oils can be diffused or added to projects such as this one to help with colds and flue, and so forth. Very long story. Essential oils are measured by “drops.” Do not rub highly concentrated essential oils on the skin.

[@PaengrordPassionBlooms]

How much water should I use? Hot or cold?

[@aliciadishman]

I wanna know the benefits if citrus acid on someone's skin? Residual even if some evaporation or quite a bit desolution, ty

[@ashablack2291]

Alicia Dishman it soften and brightens, helps removes the hard to remove dead skin, naturally decrease the appearance of scars

[@gigigigi5181]

Can you please explain how you removed them from the molds? I have the metal molds and it did not show you taking the out. I am havkng the qorse trouble getting them to come out of the molds.. Ty

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

If you can't get them out of metal molds even with a slight tap on the mold, then your mixture is probably too wet.

[@samiolson9538]

I just made these the other day and I let them sit for 24 hrs and it sunk to the bottom of the tub and only lasted about 20 sec.....I also made the foaming bath bombs as well and when I put it in water they barely were foaming and it was just sitting on the water.....I also tried one of each when I fist made them(I let them sit for about an hour) and they did great but only lasted for about 1 minute (I used a 2.75in metal mold) any tips would be greatly appreciated!

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

You might be packing your molds either too loose or too tightly. Let them dry at least 24 hours and perhaps increase your citric acid.

[@sharonformella9433]

Can baby oil be used instead of olive oil?

[@shannonkawamura6913]

I'm using different shaped molds and having issues with the bath bombs coming out of the mold intact. It seems like some of it sticks inside the mold and I also end up with cracks. I live in Las Vegas so pretty dry climate. Do you have any suggestions?

[@DesertCloudSoapworks]

Mixture might be too wet. Look up my bath bomb troubleshooting video. That might help you out.

[@shannonkawamura6913]

Thank you!@@DesertCloudSoapworks

[@Fortniteclutchmoments]

Can u use coconut oil instead