How to Make a Lemon and Honey Bath Bomb

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Lemon and honey bath bombs can soothe irritated skin, reduce acne and gently exfoliate and moisturize. Honey and lemon have antifungal and antibacterial properties, making these little bath bombs perfect for problem skin.

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Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Baking soda
Citric Acid
Lemon essential oil
Food coloring (optional)
Honey
Almond oil
Molds
Waxed paper
Air-tight container

Step 1

Measure 1 and 1/4 cups of baking soda and 1/2 cup of citric acid in a bowl, mixing until thoroughly combined.
Step 2

Add 15 drops of lemon essential oil, 2 tsp. of water and 1/2 tbsp. of honey to the bowl. If desired, you may add about 5 drops of food coloring for an extra touch.
Step 3

Drizzle between 2 and 6 tbsp. of almond oil into the mixture. Add gradually, stirring the mixture well after each addition. Only add enough almond oil that the mixture holds together in a ball without crumbling.
Step 4

Pack your bath bomb mixture firmly into lightly oiled molds. Allow the mixture to set in the molds for a few minutes before gently tapping out the bath bombs. Set your finished lemon and honey bath bombs on a sheet of waxed paper until thoroughly dry. Once dry, store your bath bombs in an airtight container.

Tips & Warnings

Specially designed molds are available for making bath bombs; however, you may also use candy or chocolate molds, or even muffin tins. Be sure to pack the molds as tightly as possible to prevent crumbling when dry.
It can take up to 2 days for your finished bath bombs to dry thoroughly, depending on your climate.
This recipe should make about 7 lemon and honey bath bombs.