Easy DIY Shower Bomb Recipe with Menthol

https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/diy-shower-bombs-with-menthol I'd leave out the citric acid and use water instead of witch hazel, then you don't need to spray the water. So 1.5 cups soda, 1/4 C water, plus the menthol and EO. Definitely need a scoop or mold.

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Step 1

Add baking soda and citric acid to a bowl and mix, being sure to break up any clumps. Set aside.

Step 2

Measure out menthol crystals into top of double boiler and heat until menthol crystals have turned to liquid. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Allow to cool slightly, then stir in essential oils.

Step 4

Slowly pour melted mixture into dry ingredients while stirring.

Step 5

Use a fork to thoroughly incorporate all ingredients and break up any clumps.

Step 6

Fill an upcycled spray bottle with about 1/8 cup witch hazel and spray while continuing to mix with the fork.

Step 7

Add a little at a time and stop just when the mixture clumps up for you.

Step 8

Once it holds together on its own, scoop out a big handful and make it into a ball-like shape.

Step 9

Pack it well so that it will not crumble as it dries.

Step 10

Sprinkle a little of the optional garnish on the top and gently push in so the herbs stick.

Step 11

Place on parchment paper to dry for 24 hours.

Step 12

Store in a cool, dry space.

Step 13

Heat up shower water

Step 14

Once desired temperature is reached and you are ready to get into the shower, add shower bomb. I enjoy keeping it slightly outside of the water stream so that it lasts longer, but that is a personal preference.

Step 15

These are not suitable for the bathtub. Using menthol crystals in this quantity in a bathtub is not recommended as it can cause skin irritation when mixed with hot water.

Step 16

We all have different sensitivities. If you feel that the oils in this are too strong, you can adjust them to your preference.

Step 17

Although you are making these into balls, the bottom will flatten out a bit, which will help it stay in place when you use it in the shower.

Step 18

Some people make their shower bombs in smaller sizes, but I don’t find they last long enough. If you prefer to make small ones, you can certainly form them into smaller balls.

Step 19

Shower bombs make great gifts!

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