How to Make Your Own Bubble Bath

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a mixing container.

   You can use a pot, a bowl, or even a jar to mix all of your ingredients.
   
   You will be pouring the ingredients into another container later.
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   Step 2: Choose a soap and add it into the bowl.

   Soap is the foundation to any good bubble bath.
   
   After all, that's where the bubbles come from.
   
   You will need ½ cup (112.50 milliliters) of any liquid hand or liquid body soap, so long as it is mild.
   
   You can choose a scented one or an unscented one.
   
   If you use an unscented soap, you can customize the scent later with essential oils.
   
   If you don't have any liquid hand or body soap, here are some other options:
   Dish soap, scented or unscented Liquid Castile soap, scented or unscented Mild shampoo, such as baby shampoo , Honey not only smells sweet, but it also helps moisturize your skin.
   
   You will need 1 tablespoon of honey.
   
   Be sure that it is the transparent, runny type. , If your skin is very dry, consider adding 1 tablespoon of light almond oil.
   
   If you do not have any light almond oil, you can substitute any of the following:
   Olive oil Jojoba oil Milk , Egg whites in a bath may sound strange, but they will help create fluffier, longer-lasting bubbles.
   
   To get the egg white, you will need to separate it from the yolk first, and then add it to the rest of your ingredients.
   
   Here is how you can separate the egg white from the egg yolk:
   Crack open an egg and let the yolk settle into one of the shell halves.
   
   Hold both halves of the shell over a bowl, and pass the yolk back and forth between each one.
   
   Each time the yolk lands in a shell, a little bit of the egg white dribbles into the bowl.
   
   Do this until all of the egg white is in the bowl.
   
   You can discard the egg yolk or you can save it and use it for something else, such as cooking or a hair mask. , If you want the added benefits of aromatherapy during bath time, add 5 drops of your favorite essential oil.
   
   Your bubble bath will smell divine and help you de-stress after a long day.
   
   Here are a few great bath oils:
   Chamomile Lavender Rose geranium Sandalwood Vanilla , Once you have put all of your ingredients into the mixing bowl, stir them together gently.
   
   Do not over-mix your ingredients, or else the soap and egg white will start to stiffen and foam. , You can store your bubble bath in any container you want, so long as you can close it tightly.
   
   You can use mason jars, glass bottles with screw on caps, or glass bottles with corks.
   
   Consider making a label for your container.
   
   Embellish your container by tying some string around it or decorating it with stick-on gems. , Your bubble bath contains egg white, which means that it is perishable.
   
   When you are not using your bubble bath, store it in your refrigerator and try to use it within a few days. , Egg whites help keep the bubbles firm and honey helps moisturize the skin, but they are not absolutely necessary to make bubble bath; it is still possible to make bubble bath without them.
   
   This section will show you how to do it. , You can use a pot, a bowl, or even a jar to mix all of your ingredients.
   
   You will be pouring the ingredients into another container later. , You will need 1 ½ cup (337.50 milliliters) liquid Castile soap.
   
   You can use scented or unscented soap.
   
   If you choose to use unscented soap, you can add your own scent later with essential oils.
   
   If you do not have any liquid Castile soap, you can use other liquid soaps and shampoos instead, but they may not be olive-based or vegan.
   
   Here are some options:
   Mild, unscented dish soap Baby shampoo or other mild shampoo Liquid hand soap, scented or unscented Liquid body soap, scented or unscented , Measure out 2 tablespoons of vegetable glycerin and ½ tablespoon of sugar.
   
   Add both to the bowl.
   
   The sugar and glycerin help create larger bubbles and make them last longer.
   
   Note that your homemade bubble bath will not create bubbles as large and frothy as a store-bought one. , Essential oils are not necessary, but they can help make your bath more aromatic, pleasant, and relaxing through aromatherapy.
   
   Here are some ideas:
   Chamomile Lavender Rose geranium Sandalwood Vanilla , Using a fork or spoon, gently stir your ingredients together.
   
   Do not over-stir your ingredients, or the soap will begin to bubble and foam. , Pour your bubble bath mixture into a seal-able container—use a funnel if you can to.
   
   You can use anything for your container that can be closed tightly, such as: mason jars, glass bottles with screw on caps, or glass bottles with corks.
   
   Personalize your bubble bath bottle by making a label for it.
   
   Embellish your bottle by decorating it with stick-on gems or tying string around it.
   
   The glycerin may settle to the bottom of the container.
   
   This is normal, because it is heavier than both the soap and water.
   
   Simply give your bottle or jar a little shake and swirl before you use your bubble bath., You will need to wait 24 hours before using your bubble bath.
   
   This allows the mixture to cure., Vanilla-honey bubble bath is popular, and it is not difficult to see why.
   
   It combines the sweetness of both honey and vanilla extract.
   
   It also uses almond oil, making it rich and nourishing.
   
   Here is what you will need:½ cup (112.50 milliliters) light almond oil ½ cup (112.50 milliliters) mild liquid hand soap or body soap ¼ cup (56.25 milliliters) honey 1 egg white 1 tablespoon vanilla extract , You can add some dried lavender inside your bubble bath bottle.
   
   It will help add a relaxing aroma and color the bubbles.
   
   Here's what you will need to make some lavender bubble bath:1 cup (225 milliliters) clear, unscented dish soap 2/3 cup (150 milliliters) liquid glycerin 4 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons salt 5 to 15 drops of your favorite essential oil (consider using a scent that compliments lavender) Several stems of dried lavender , You can create a bubble bath that is reminiscent of orange creamsicles using a combination of orange-scented soaps and extracts.
   
   After you have mixed all of the ingredients together, you will need to let the mixture rest for 24 hours before using it.
   
   Here is what you will need:½ cup (112.50 milliliters) Castile soap (consider using an orange-scented one) ¼ cup (56.25 milliliters) distilled water ¼ cup (56.25 milliliters) glycerin 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 tablespoon orange extract 1 tablespoon vanilla extract , You can create your own, personalized scent by combining essential oils and adding them to your bubble bath bottle.
   
   Be sure to stir the bubble bath mixture before using it to combine all of the essential oils.
   
   Here are some blends:
   Lavender-Lemon: 5 drops lavender, 4 drops lemon, and 1 drop chamomile Citrus-Floral: 5 drops bergamot, 4 drops orange, and 1 drop rose geranium, ylang ylang, or jasmine.
   
   Lavender and Spice: 5 drops lavender, 4 drops patchouli or sandalwood, 1 drop clove (not recommended for sensitive skin) Rose Dream: 3 drops rose absolute, 2 drops palmarosa, 1 drop rose geranium Cool and Refreshing: 5 drops eucalyptus, 5 drops peppermint Relaxing Lavender: 5 drops lavender, 5 drops bergamot Calming Rose: 6 drops lavender, 3 drops geranium, 3 drops rose , Put the plug into the drain and start running the water.
   
   Use a temperature that you are comfortable with.
   
   Let the water run for a few minutes.
   
   Do not fill the entire tub just yet. , Measure out about ¼ cup (56.25 milliliters) of your bubble bath mixture and pour it into the tub.
   
   Be sure that you are pouring it under the running water; this will help the bubble bath to foam up.
   
   You should see rich, frothy bubbles taking shape in your tub. , Let the water run until it is as deep as you like it.
   
   Remember, the deeper the water is, the longer it will retain its heat. , To help fluff the bubbles up even more, stick your hand into the water and move it back and forth quickly.
   
   It is okay if you splash the water about.
   
   After a while you should see the bubbles begin to foam up even more.
   
   Keep in mind, however, that your homemade bubble bath may not produce as many bubbles as a store-bought one. , Lean back against the wall of the tub and sit in the water.
   
   You can choose to read a book or simply close your eyes and relax.
   
   Do this for approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
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   Step 3: Add some honey into the bowl.

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   Step 4: Consider adding some light oil.

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   Step 5: Add an egg white into the bowl.

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   Step 6: Consider adding some essential oils.

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   Step 7: Combine all ingredients.

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   Step 8: Transfer your ingredients into a container.

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   Step 9: Store the bubbles properly.

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    Step 10: Consider making vegan bubble bath.

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    Step 11: Find a mixing container.

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    Step 12: Pour the soap into the bowl.

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    Step 13: Add the glycerin and sugar.

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    Step 14: Consider adding some fragrance with essential oils.

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    Step 15: Combine all of the ingredients.

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    Step 16: Transfer your ingredients into a seal-able container.

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    Step 17: Let the bubble bath cure before using it.

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    Step 18: Add a note of sweetness with vanilla and honey.

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    Step 19: Add lavender to your bubble bath.

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    Step 20: Make a sweet-smelling bubble bath.

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    Step 21: Consider mixing essential oils .

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    Step 22: Start filling your tub with water.

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    Step 23: Pour the bubble bath into the stream of running water.

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    Step 24: Fill the tub to your liking.

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    Step 25: Agitate the water if necessary.

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    Step 26: Step into the tub and soak.

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