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Bath Salts

The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Creating Amazing Homemade DIY Ba

Salts from Home in 30 Minutes or Less!


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Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 - Importance of Bath Salts

Chapter 2- The Long List of Bath Salt Benefits

Chapter 3- Believe It: You Can Make Your Own Bath Salts - and Fast!

Chapter 4- What exactly are Bath Bombs?

Chapter 5- Let Us Make Bath Bombs In Half An Hour – Or Less!

Conclusion


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Introduction

I want to thank you and congratulate you for downloading the book, Bath Salts: The Ulti

Beginners Guide to Creating Amazing Homemade DIY Bath Salts and Bath Bombs F

Home in 30 Minutes or Less!

This book contains proven steps and strategies for how to make your own bath salts and

bombs using readily available ingredients. It takes you through the simple steps of measurin

individual ingredients and also of mixing them up so as to end up with the desired mixture. I book, you will be able to see the ingredients that you can substitute and still get great bath

and bath bombs. You will find the methods explained in this book very easy to follow

producing very fast results.

If you take the time to read this book fully and apply the information held within this book w

help you to equip yourself with skills that will kick away stress and fatigue from your home.

and your children can enjoy home-made bath salts and bath bombs any time you wish.

Thanks again for downloading this book, I hope you enjoy it!


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Chapter 1

Importance of Bath Salts

Are we on the same wavelength when we speak of what bath salts are capable of doing for

Consider the amounts of currency that individuals pay just to be able to visit and take a dip i

hot spring! Clearly, I see bath salts raising your spirits and stimulating your body physical

that you feel good doing whatever it is you are into at that particular period. They give y

tranquilizing experience that you wish to have for the rest of your life. As traditionally bel

and practically experienced, bath salts do really have special health and relaxing properties.

And what is the physical look of bath salts?

Well, not really powdery; rather, they have a crystal look and feel. After all, they are m

derived from actual minerals. Derived – how? That is simple: conventionally, mineral

simply ground to make bath salts.

Oh! To help you out of any confusion considering the many minerals that there are in this h

world we live in, we need to pull out bath salt related minerals and distinguish them frommasses. The most common minerals that you can get bath salts from include:

Sodium – yes, we find it somewhere in our kitchen ingredients

Bicarbonate – oh yes; that too lands in our kitchen in one form or other

Calcium – that one that the orthopedic doctor keeps recommending

Magnesium – also shows up in our daily foods

Sulfate – well, does not stroll everywhere but is no stranger either

So, there! You now have an idea the kind of stuff we are referring to when we talk of bath

To bring you even nearer home, let us give you the various names that actual bath salts pas

They include:

i) Sodium chloride

Oops! You thought that was strictly table salt? Oh no – it is not just meant for your palate. I

more to offer in relaxation.

ii) Sodium bicarbonate

Oh no! I say, oh yes. This is not just meant to serve as a baking agent; it is more useful than

contributing to your body fitness.

iii) Magnesium sulfate

In day to day language, you will see it as Epsom salts – those ones they mention when you n

cure for muscle aches and discomforts like those.

iv) Sodium hexametaphosphate


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That one you may see on those products that relax the texture of your garments; so the name c

be that strange to you, really, especially when we tell you that its common name is Calgon.

v) Sodium citrate – the one they use to emulsify oils and sometimes to regulate

levels in drinks

vi) Borax

vii) Sodium sesquicarbonate

So, generally speaking, why are bath salts so popular?

A number of reasons fit well – like:

They make you enjoy your bath in a special way

They enhance your cleaning – yes, really

They make you enjoy the feel-good sense that encompasses you within a natura

spring

They serve as good carriers of fragrances and a myriad other cosmetic agents.

Where do I get miners to provide these mineral like substances that are bath salts?

No; you do not need miners, because when you are talking relaxation and that feel-good sens

you do not deal with crude stuff; which is what miners extract. All you do is confidently ente

beauty outlet; a supermarket; a chemist; or such other commercial place, and you will find w

packaged bath salts.

Alternatively, and that is what we are preparing you for today, you simply make your own

salts. You get to use only the ingredients you like, you get the scents you love – call it freeand relaxation in one package.

By the way, when did bath salts begin to fascinate people?

Great question because you and I are not the first to have the idea there is something special

bath salts.

Now, say Hippocrates – ok. Say medicine – alright. This man of Greek descent, who i

acclaimed Father of conventional Medicine as we know it today, knew there was somethi

bath salts than their glossy look or natural nice smell. So he encouraged his colleagues

profession to take advantage of the salts of the seas to cure their patients of various ailments

When exactly is this that they were using bath salts?

Just realize that Hippocrates lived between the years of 460BC and 370BC. That tell

clearly that the importance of bath salts was already known prior to Hippocrates’ practi

medicine. In fact, there is documentation.

About 2700 BCE, someone in China published some material on the usefulness of such salt

even gave steps that you could use to extract the salts. So the Greeks took up the challenge

Hippocrates and the salts continued to gain popularity. And before we can say rightly that th


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is history, you see some publication by an English author who also happened to be a physic

The Uses of Sea Water.

So, clearly, bath salts were there in ancient days; they have been around in all the centuries

by; and are still here for us to enjoy. Why not then learn how to have them conveniently and

them!

In the meantime, has someone whispered these very fascinating facts about bath salts?

a That if you put a lot of bath salts in your bath water the density of the water

significantly up and you actually experience some buoyancy? Wow! Makes you feel bu

like a bouncing ball, only you are in water and getting soothed.

b That it is likely bath salts could cure arthritis?

Sounds like these are salts whose effect you do not want to miss, whether you can affor

visits or not.


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Chapter 2

The Long List of Bath Salt Benefits

Did you for a moment imagine we were through with all the good that bath salts provide? S

no – chapter one was just a mention. It is only after you get to appreciate clearly the potent

bath salts and how much they can positively impact your life that you will hunger for the ski

enable you make some yourself.

So let us consider some of the benefits that will inevitably bring a smile to your face:

Suppose you were to learn that bath salts enhance your beauty, on a very serious

You will definitely love that. And yes, they do.

And suppose you were to learn that bath salts make you smell extra wonderful? Su

that is another thing you will love. And yes, they do.

And supposing you were to learn that bath salts effectively raise your very mood

make you feel great about life? Well, is that not another wonderful thing! And yes,

do.

Good thing is: there is plenty more you will learn about bath salts that will make you wi

always have some in the house.

Let us learn the details of how bath salts improve your life:

a) Bath salts exfoliate whatever dead cells there are within your expansive skin, and ki

rejuvenate the skin. Sounds refreshing! What does that do to your skin then? It actually

something enviable – what you always long for. And that is your skin looks smooth;

supple; and generally much younger!

b) Bath salts heal your body. And truly, whatever can heal your body without invo

swallowing a pellet or taking a jab is welcome; especially when it involves natural prod

And you just cannot be content with the term healing because it is really broad. So her

break it down in relation to bath salts:

1. If you have psoriasis, bath salts help you out

2. In case you have eczema, bath salts do you good

3. If you have athlete’s foot, bath salts will come in handy too. In fact

reverse lots of serious skin conditions, thus helping you regain any

confidence you may have lost as a result of your coarse and unsightly sk

How about other discomforts of the skin or muscles?

4. In case you wronged a mosquito or other insect, for real or otherwise

you got paid with a bite, bath salts will bail you out of your irritation.

5. If you have other types of skin rashes, bath salts cool down the irritation

6. In case you have calluses on your beloved feet, bath salts will be


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redeemer

7. And do not miss out on this: You do not have to pop a tablet for your m

tension. Bath salts do relax your muscles until you forget they ever ache

Why do you think bath salts are that great for your skin? Ah – let us say we put guesswork

and talk facts. For one, the working process of bath salts is very effective. Aha – and how is

Well, once you immerse yourself in the water in which you have added bath salts, the min

that are obviously active, penetrate the pores of your skin; and that is at molecular level – se

business here. And what is the impact? The impact is effectively cleansing your skin oimpurities, and essentially purifying it.

Wow! You can almost feel your skin breathing fresh. And of course, the look of your skin te

all. It looks well toned; with a nice texture; and it generally radiates.

How do individual minerals work?

Well, just curious: Do you know how the minerals in the bath salts work singularly? Here:

Magnesium

This is the mineral that fights your fatigue and stress. And you can imagine how much you

that after a long day of highs and lows; both physical and mental.

Bromide

We had not mentioned this one before by name, but yes – it is one of those very active min

that make bath salts worth having. When you hear that bath salts are soothing and relaxing to

muscles, bromide is it.

Sodium

Sodium does some balancing of your lymphatic fluids. Obviously you can visualize someth

the bracket of osmosis and diffusion. Whatever that it is that sodium enables at when yo

taking your bath, it results to optimal balancing of those fluids.

Potassium

This mineral is responsible for keeping the moisture levels within your skin well leveled

Calcium

This one does not allow your body to retain any more water than is necessary – keeps that

well under check.

Going by that long list of benefits, surely, who would question the importance of having bath

in your house or wherever it is that you prefer to go for relaxation? Clearly, they are grea

your mental and also physical health.


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ground, you could use a food processor to grind them.

Next add your chosen essential oil slowly by slowly as you mix them with th

mixture. Ensure that your essential oil reaches every part of the salt mixture.

Finally, add your chosen color and mix it well too so that your bath salts are unifo

colored.

Believe it or not – you are done. Storage is the other important step to consider as you c

afford to lose any fragrance from your bath salts. Whatever container you decide to store

salts in, ensure you seal it securely tight.

Wow! Food is ready – how do I eat it? Well, use a fork and spoon! Just an analogy anyw

The relevant question is: How do you use your bath salts? It is actually good to know les

come across as ignorant or obnoxious.

The civilized way to do it is measure it in teaspoons and put a few of them right into your w

that needs to be warm. Give your salts a moment to dissolve. And thereafter you can dip rig

and enjoy your bath salts.

2) Baking soda based bath salts

Ingredients:

i) Epsom salt = One cup

ii) Baking Soda = One cup

iii) Liquid glycerin = Two tablespoons

iv) Essential oils

v) Dry herbs = Optional

The Mixing Process

Mix the Epsom salt plus the baking soda in a container

In the salt mix, put your glycerin and mix well

Add the amount of essential oil that you choose according to the strength of scent you wa

Follow up with your dry herbs if you want some and mix well

Storage

As all other bath salts, store this one tightly in a container and only open to get a few teasp

for your bath.

3) Clay and Borax Bath Salts

Ingredients:

i) Epson salts = Two cups

ii) Borax = Two cups


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iii) Kaolin clay powder = ½ cup

iv) Essential oils

The Mixing Process

Combine the Epson salts, the Borax and the Kaolin clay powder in a container and

properly. Your latter two contribute to softening your skin and relaxing those

muscles; and other health benefits.

Add your oils into the salt mixture, slowly by slowly, all the time mixing well so thwhole mixture is evenly oiled

e storage and usage are just like for all the other bath salts.


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Chapter 4

What exactly are Bath Bombs?

Does the association with bomb set you all alert? If so, it is just as well because you are abo

learn that the term sometimes comes with things you do not want to live without: stress kic

and relaxation. Bath bombs do not bomb you but rather bombard you with natural element

are cleansing, nice smelling and therapeutic.

But to have a clear image, let us say, bath bombs are soft balls – well solid, though – tha

immersed in bath water for the purpose of adding into the water nice scents; cleansing ag

healing and soothing oils; and other such elements, including color. Of course, you ne

appreciate that they also produce bubbles as they get soaked by the water.

So are you to use bath bombs because you are dirty or ill?

No – that is not the case. In fact, you may even want to give someone bath bombs for a gift –

would be welcome. But when you want them for yourself, it is usually because they have som

ingredients, like the sea salt, which penetrate into your body while you are enjoying your nicwarm bath; removing impurities that are usually stuck within the pores of your skin.

Then if your body is feeling tense and heavy, some of the ingredients like mint energize

instantly, and the feeling of lethargy disappears. If you are really feeling tired and tense in

way, you may wish to add some lavender essence as you are making your bath bombs.

And the reason we are attributing the aspect of therapy to bath bombs, for one, is that when y

are very tired and tense you tend to feel ill. In fact, often you are not very productive when y

are in that state. In addition, there is another angle to direct healing like in the case where yo

have a rough skin that makes you uncomfortable. In case you decide to include sweet almond

in your bath bombs in the process of making them, the oil has the effect of moisturizing your s

and that, without any side effects as it sometimes happens with synthetic applications. You c

even cap up that by adding some avocado oil or even wheat germ oil into your bath bombs.

So you relax and you heal, all in a natural way. Yet that is not all. If you have been pleading

your kids to go take a bath, you can easily solve that problem by giving them bath bom

dissolve in their bath water. And where does the help lie, you may wonder? Here: not only

they experience the pampering that you also enjoy, but they will be fascinated by the bubbli

the water, and then bathing becomes some form of entertainment for them. And do not undethe attraction of color to kids.

What is the real make-up of bath bombs?

Bath bombs are more or less like bath salts in composition, only that the bombs – well,

bombs – are shapely and not powdery. Otherwise, expect to use:

Sodium bicarbonate

This is what you know as baking soda in the food arena


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Citric acid

This is the ingredient that seeks out the sodium bicarbonate to perform some chemical ac

that results in bubbles. And just for information, those bubbles that are real fun to have in

bath are nothing much, really – just some carbon dioxide!

Corn starch

This is nothing more than a filler – just to get the two active ingredients of citric acid and so

bicarbonate holding together as you make the bath bombs.

Magnesium sulfate

is one may sound pretty scientific but it only means Epson salts. But these salts contr

ssively to relieving muscle aches and tension.

course, just like in the case of bath salts, you have the leeway to add dried herbs; dried fl

als; and even coloring. And just to make the bath bombs even more appealing to the eye, you

d some glitter.

How long does it take these ball-like things to dissolve?

ell, by the time you complete exclaiming what a wonderful feel and a few more superlatives,

h bomb will have dissolved. We are talking of around two minutes since getting into contact

water.

How do you know your bath bombs are doing what they are meant to do?

course you know the issue of bubbles – those ones you will see with your naked eyes. Bu

re is the issue of sound: you will hear crackling and fizzing as each of your bath b

integrates. That is also the time when the unique properties of the bomb begin to be clear grance and the color mainly.

At what point in the bathing process do I add in the bath bomb?

Good question this one is. You do not want a situation where you fail to experience the full e

of your bath bombs. So, here is how it goes:

Fill in your bath tub with water that is warm – obviously not to the brim otherwise i

spill over when you jump in. You also understand how nice warm water feels on the bod

using it is just complementing the impact of the bath bomb.

Pick your bath bomb from wherever dry place you have secured it. Grip it carefully a

dip into your bath tub and make yourself comfortable.

At this point, you are ready to begin your blissful experience; so hold your bath bomb

above your bathing water.

Then one – two – three – drop!

The bubbling and fizzing begins. And the uplifting aura of beautiful scents engulfs

automatically putting you in a relaxing mode.


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Bath Bomb Maker: Beware!

Is there any way something can go haywire in the whole process? Well, not really. At least n

a way that can cause you significant harm. The reason for this alert is that you want everythi

go as you intend so that you end up enjoying bath bombs at a relatively low cost.

Times to keep watch is when you go out to buy fragrance and those other products that are m

to produce nice scents and even color. You want scent releasing products that are body frie

no less. So, beware some store does not sell you fragrant oils and other products that are m

for scented candles. You know some unscrupulous charlatans can do precisely that wi batting an eyelid.

In fact, the best outlets to buy your bath bomb stuff from are those that deal in foods. If you a

from those ones, you can check out some craft stores too. You do not want to risk buyin

wrong brand of products and then in place of nice scents you end up getting odors; and in pla

skin softening ingredients you end up getting irritants – no. You just have to get the

ingredients and make yourself therapeutic bath bombs right in your house.

Quick Question:

Suppose there is no citric acid available in the stores?

ell, that is not a big deal. You can make bath bombs that are just as good using Cream of Tartar

s elusive ingredient that is citric acid need not bother you much. By the way, what is this c

tar all about or where does it come from? Ah – you will love this. You know how nice

ells? Good! This product – Cream of Tartar – is a by-product of the wine making process. And

he place I hear, cheers! Why seek anything else?


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Chapter 5

Let Us Make Bath Bombs In Half An Hour – Or Less!

Ingredients

Mineral salts = 4 ounces

You can also choose to use Dead Sea Salts instead.

Baking Soda = 8 ounces

Citric acid = 4 ounces

Corn starch = 4 ounces

Essential oil = 2 teaspoons

Normal fragrance oil will do too

Vegetable oil = 2½ teaspoonsWater = 0.75 tablespoons

Food coloring = a few drops, say 2 or 3.

Have a mixing bowl ready

Have your molds ready

The reason you want these bath bombs is that you want some fun too. So if you have a chan

get some fancy designed bath bomb molds, why not? You can find some that are 3-D in a cir

kind of fashion; others that are 3-D Hearts; you even get 3-D Stars; and just some regular

shaped molds.

And something that will make you relax is that you do not have to spend money buying m

You can look for substitutes around the house – anything that help you bring out some sh

lump.

You can even decide to combine different colors. For instance, if you use 1 drop of red col

and 2 drops of yellow coloring you will produce some peach color that is somewhat

Something that you need to note is that whereas your coloring might appear darkish in emulsion, it will come out comparatively light as the fizzing takes place in the water.

therefore need not worry about your bath bomb leaving colored rings in your bath tub.[

How to go about making the bath bomb:

i) Get a bowl and put all your dry ingredients in it.

Whereas it is not a strict rule, using a glass bowl is the best option as glass does not trigge

chemical reactions. Also it has nothing that can peel off and mix in your bath bomb ingredien

ii) Mix the liquid ingredients together and preferably whisk them up so they are almost e


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distributed.

iii) Now pour the liquid into the dry mix in the bowl gradually as you con

mixing. Whisk everything into a smooth mix. In case you observe some foaming, halt a

the liquid and try and even out the ingredients by consciously getting the foaming part to

with the other content that is not reacting. As from there, the best thing is to continue ad

your liquid into the mixture each teaspoonful in its own time.

iv) The look of your stuff after you have completed mixing your ingredients properly s

be some sandy looking damp lump. And you should be able to mold it nicely in a way tholds together well.

v) Now set your molds ready on a flat surface and put in your moist lumps. Take any

filled up molds and attach them together such that the bath bomb contents are closed insi

vi) After the minutes you wish – no specific time, really – remove your shaped lumps an

them on some open space to dry. In fact, it is fine to remove your bath bomb lumps soon

you have fixed your molds properly in place. The reason is that all you are interested

this juncture is to make lumps of a particular size in your preferred design.

vii) Once you have your bath bomb mix dry, it is important that you store them

airtight place, preferably some bag. The reason for this is that you want them safe

moisture of any sort including humidity for obvious reasons – in contact with moisture

are right away activated.

Note:

Whenever you do not include a preservative in your ingredients for your bath bombs, ensur

you use those bath bombs within a period of six months.

Just try and do a recap now:

You had your ingredients with you. You just laid them out on a flat surface. You began by mi

the dry things together and the liquid ones separately. Then you mixed the two. Thereafte

scooped the mixture and filled up your molds, closing in your wet content to form nice sh

You then removed the shaped lumps and laid them out to dry.

That process has surely taken less than 30minutes – hurray!

1.

Ingredients

Baking Soda = 2 ⅔ tablespoons

Citric acid = 1 ⅓ tablespoons

Cornstarch = 2 tablespoons

Food coloring = 2 drops

It is preferred that you have two varieties just for beauty


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v) So here we go: Pick out your tray.

Using your medicine dropper, dish a drop of vegetable oil to each cup of your tray. The

whatever method you want to use to spread that oil all round. You can even use your bare ha

Anyway the reason is to make your tray cups slippery in a way your mixed stuff will not

onto the walls.

vi) Now fill your tray cups with the mixture

vii) You have now reached the stage where you want your bath bombs dried.

have two options:

1. In the first option, you just leave them in the ice cube tray that you have put the

that case, you will not be in a hurry to see them dry; so leave them through the ni

2. In the second option, you need to pre-heat your oven to around 170°F. Then put

muffin tray with your bath bombs right into the oven. Ensure you switch off

oven. Now wait and see: your bath bombs will dry within minutes.

The long and short of it is that you have all reason and all means to enjoy bath salts and

bombs because the materials needed to make them are easily available, and most importantltime you need to make them is really short – less the time you need to make an average meal


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Conclusion

Thank you again for downloading this book!

I hope this book was able to help you to understand how easy and fast it is to make bath salt

bath bombs all on your own.

The next step is to get a set of those ingredients that are necessary for the bath salt and bath b

making process, and make your first bath salts and bath bombs. You just need to have the firsand you will gain the confidence to do it regularly.

Finally, if you enjoyed this book, please take the time to share your thoughts and post a revie

Amazon. It’d be greatly appreciated!

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