DIY bath bombs

Fizzling and fun collide with these super simple bath bombs that you can make at home. Then drop them into hot water for an epic explosion of colour!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

½ cup cornfour (Maizena)

1 cup baking soda

½ cup citric acid

½ cup fne sea salt or Epsom salts

2 tablespoons water

2½ tablespoons melted coconut oil

Food colouring

Round bath bomb moulds

Mixing bowls and a jug

A spoon and whisk

I f you want to make bathtime more fun or need a unique gift, then this cool DIY project is just for you. You won’t need to go to the store to buy bath bombs after learning how to make them on your own –and children will love learning how to make magic...

How To Make It

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Mix the cornflour, baking soda, citric acid and salt in a bowl. Use a spoon to break up any chunky bits, then whisk everything together.

4Now add in your colouring. You can add one colour or more. If you want to make a variety of differentcolour bath bombs, divide your mixture up into separate bowls. Add a few drops of food colouring to each bowl and mix well. Be careful not to stain your clothing or skin.

7Leave to dry overnight in a safe spot. Once dry, you can store them in sealed plastic bags in a cool, dry place.

When you’re ready for some fun, drop your bomb in a bath of warm water and watch the fizzling start.

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Fill one half of the bath bomb mould with the mixture. Then fill the other half. Both should be heaped full. Press the two sides of the bath bomb mould together and set aside for a few minutes. (See ‘Added Fun’, right.)

Added Fun

For a hidden surprise, place a small toy inside one half of the mould before pressing both sides closed and leaving to dry.

Give the outside of the mould a tap with your spoon, then slowly remove the bath bomb from the mould. You should end up with a ball.

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SAFETY FIRST!

> Adults should be around to supervise this project.

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Mix the water and oil in a jug. Then, very slowly, start mixing all your dry and wet ingredients together. Pour in the wet ingredients as slowly as possible so that you don’t cause too much fizzing.

> Keep ingredients away from mouth and eyes.

> Wash your hands when you’re done.

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Once your mixture feels like wet sand, it is fully mixed. If it feels too dry, add some more water to the mix.

> Rinse the bathtub and your body thoroughly after using – bath bombs are not a substitute for soap at bathtime!

> Do not use if you have allergies or sensitive skin .