Bath bomb

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The bath bomb (also referred to as bath fizzie at times) is a perfumed ball. When placed in a bathtub, it fizzies and bubbles (why the name), changing the color of the water and releasing pleasant fragrances in the air. It is very popular in most developed countries and can easily be found in supermarkets or built indoors by the individual. The reason behind the fizz stands in a chemical reaction between citric acid and sodium bicarbonate; both being ingredients of the bath bomb.

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Manufacturing

One of the main reasons behind the popularity of bath bombs worldwide is the easiness in manufacturing one. For instance, the internet is filled with hundreds of readily accessible recipes. Although variations are available the preparation process mode is similar and the components are also common in most recipes. As we said, every bath bomb needs citric acid and sodium bicarbonate. Additional ingredients are usually added to create the needed fragrance.

Examples of bath bombs additional ingredients are:

  • Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate,
  • Corn starch,
  • Sea salts,
  • Epsom salt and so on.

Common recipes will also add moisturizers or such similar products to protect and hydrate the skin as well. Several techniques have been developed for creating foam over the bath with the purpose of keeping the fragrance for a longer time and making the bath more pleasant.

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