Learn how to make lemon bath bombs. These citrus bath bombs have lemon essential oil for its benefits for your skin and Epsom salts for tired and aching muscles. I also added kaolin clay so these DIY lemon bath bombs get rock hard and won't fall apart after you make them.
DIY Lemon Bath Bombs
Lemon is an uplifting and clarifying scent. I like to clean with lemon scented products, so it always makes me think of being clean and refreshed.
I wanted some summer bath products, so I mad a lemon bath bomb recipe. This is a fairly basic bath bomb recipe, but I used two colors so they are cute.
Keep them for yourself or give as a gift. These make great gifts for friends, and they are easier to make than you think.
For more bath bomb recipes, check out these posts:
- How to Make a Glitter Bath Bomb
- How to Make Milk Bath Bombs
- Moisturizing Strawberry Milkshake Bath Bombs
- Bath Bombs for Sore Muscles
- Unicorn Bath Bombs
- Cupcake Bath Bombs With Frosting
- Succulent Bath Bombs
- Glow in the Dark Bath Bombs
- Watermelon Bath Bombs
- Exfoliating Bath Bombs
- Herbal Bath Bombs
- Relaxing Bath Bomb Recipe
- Bubbling Bath Bombs
Keep track of your favorite DIY bath and body recipes with my printable essential oil journal.
How to Make Citrus Bath Bombs
Citrus scents are popular for bath bombs because they smell so good! I make DIY lemon bath bombs, but you can also use lime essential oil, sweet orange essential oil, mandarin essential oil, or grapefruit essential oil for citrus bath bombs.
One thing to note is that some citrus essential oils can cause a phototoxic reaction. This means that certain chemicals in the oils can react with UV light from the sun and damage your skin.
After sun exposure, you can get first- to third-degree burns, which can lead to skin discoloration.
Cold pressed citrus oils are the ones that have phototoxic properties. The lemon essential oil that I used is cold pressed, so use with caution.
I recommend rinsing off after taking a bath with a lemon bath bomb. Avoid sun exposure for 24 hours after using, and always use sunblock.
What Does Citric Acid Do in Bath Bombs?
Citric acid is in all bath bombs. When citric acid and baking soda get wet, they form a chemical reaction that releases carbon dioxide. This is what causes the fun fizzing and bubbles!
Will Bath Bombs Fizz Without Citric Acid?
No, your lemon bath bomb recipe won't fizz without citric acid. It will hold its shape (if you add extra dry ingredients), but it won't fizz.
Is Citric Acid Safe on Skin?
Yes, citric acid is safe on your skin. Don't let the word acid scare you. It's a mild acid, and it won't harm your skin.
It's also a very small amount when the lemon bath bomb recipe is used in a tub of water.
Can You Use Lemon in Bath Bombs?
Yes, you can make DIY lemon bath bombs. Lemon essential oil is phototoxic, so wear sunscreen if you'll be in the sun in the 24 hours following your bath.
Can You Put Lemon Zest in Bath Bombs?
Yes, you can add 2 to 4 tablespoons of dried lemon zest to your lemon bath bomb recipe. This will give you more lemon bath bomb benefits and give them a pretty texture.
Lemon Bath Bomb Benefits
Lemon essential oil is used in topical skin care and in aromatherapy for its benefits. Here are some lemon bath bomb benefits:
- Lemon essential oil can reduce stress. (source)
- Lemon essential oil can naturally kill certain strains of bacteria on the skin, so it may promote clearer skin.
- Lemon essential oil is high in antioxidants to promote anti aging.
- Lemon essential oil can boost concentration and make you feel more alert.
- Lemon essential oil is said to brighten your skin.
- Lemon essential oil works with the Epsom salts to naturally detox.
With so many lemon bath bomb benefits, you'll want to use one every time you bathe!
Citur Essential Oil Blends
I just used lemon essential oil for my DIY lemon bath bombs. However, you can also use lemon to make a blend.
Here are some good blends to try for citrus bath bombs:
- 1 drop grapefruit | 1 drop bergamot | 1 drop lemongrass
- 3 drops lime | 3 drops sweet orange | 2 drops tangerine | 2 drops lemon
- 3 drops grapefruit | 2 drops sweet orange | 1 drop lime
- 5 drops sweet orange | 5 drops lime | 3 drops grapefruit
I make these lemon essential oil blends in a small 5 ml amber bottle and then add to my citrus bath bombs.
You can also use my essential oil blending factor worksheets to create your own custom blends.
You can also use a premade citrus blend. I like Simply Earth Citrus Burst, Plant Therapy Citrus Burst, or Revive Citrus Delight.
Lemon Bath Bomb Recipe Ingredients
You will need the following to learn how to make lemon bath bombs:
- 2 cups baking soda
- 1 cup citric acid
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup Epsom salts
- 1/4 cup kaolin clay
- 1 tablespoon shea butter
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon polysorbate 80 (this is an emulsifier so the mica doesn't leave a ring on your tub)
- White and yellow mica
- 15 drops lemon essential oil
- Bath bomb molds
- Spray bottle with rubbing alcohol
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 small mixing bowl
How Do You Make a Lemon Bath Bomb
Step #1
Melt the coconut oil and shea butter in a microwave safe container in 30 second bursts until melted. We will use them both at the same time, so you can melt them in the same bowl.
Step #2
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons Epsom salt and 1/2 teaspoon white mica. Stir to combine.
Step #3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the baking soda, citric acid, kaolin clay, and cornstarch. Mix well.
Step #4
Slowly add the melted coconut oil and shea butter and the polysorbate 80. Stir as you add them.
Mix the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients well. Use gloved hands to break up any clumps. It should hold its shape when you grab a handful and squeeze.
Step #5
Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of yellow mica. Stir well. Add more mica if desired. Then stir in the lemon essential oil.
Step #6
Add a bit of the white Epsom salts to one side of the bath bomb mold. Then fill with the yellow bath bomb mixture and slightly overfill. Then use yellow bath bomb mixture to overfill the other half of the mold.
Step #7
Working over a bowl, press the two halves together and press firmly. Then gently but firmly twist slightly to remove extra mixture. Tap the mold gently to release the bath bomb. Repeat until you don't have any mixture left.
Step #8
Let the DIY lemon bath bombs dry for 24 hours. They should be hard to the touch. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Now you know how to make lemon bath bombs!
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How to Make Lemon Bath Bombs
materials:
- 2 cups baking soda
- 1 cup citric acid
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup Epsom salts
- 1/4 cup kaolin clay
- 1 tablespoon shea butter
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon polysorbate 80 (this is an emulsifier so the mica doesn't leave a ring on your tub)
- White mica
- Yellow mica
- 15 drops lemon essential oil
tools:
- Bath bomb molds
- Spray bottle with rubbing alcohol
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 small mixing bowl
steps:
- Melt the coconut oil and shea butter in a microwave safe container in 30 second bursts until melted. We will use them both at the same time, so you can melt them in the same bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons Epsom salt and 1/2 teaspoon white mica. Stir to combine.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the baking soda, citric acid, kaolin clay, and cornstarch. Mix well.
- Slowly add the melted coconut oil and shea butter and the polysorbate 80. Stir as you add them.
- Mix the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients well. Use gloved hands to break up any clumps. It should hold its shape when you grab a handful and squeeze.
- Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of yellow mica. Stir well. Add more mica if desired. Then stir in the lemon essential oil.
- Add a bit of the white Epsom salts to one side of the bath bomb mold. Then fill with the yellow bath bomb mixture and slightly overfill. Then use yellow bath bomb mixture to overfill the other half of the mold.
- Working over a bowl, press the two halves together and press firmly. Then gently but firmly twist slightly to remove extra mixture. Tap the mold gently to release the bath bomb. Repeat until you don't have any mixture left.
- Let the DIY lemon bath bombs dry for 24 hours. They should be hard to the touch. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
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