Soothing Oatmeal Bath Bomb Recipe for Dry Skin

_{These moisturizing oatmeal bath bombs are wonderful for dry skin and smell fantastic. Homemade bath bombs make a great handmade gift with an old-fashioned appeal.} 

Homemade Oatmeal Bath Bombs

It’s that time of year when it’s so important to give yourself time to relax and replenish. Winter can be so harsh on your skin. And let’s face it, all those swanky bath salts, bubble baths, and bath bombs at the store come with a slightly shocking price tag and ingredients that make my skin itch more.

This is why I am a big, big fan of Lush products, but my wallet not so much. I have learned to create some of their favorite products at home, like these Homemade Shower Jellies and now these Oatmeal Bath Bombs.

These easy homemade bath bombs are magical little additions to any bath. No wonder LUSH charges over $6 for one bath bomb. But the best part about my bath bomb recipe, is the ingredients. Every single one of them you can pronounce and are food grade.

Instead of shelling out green for bath products that will probably irritate my skin, I make my own. Let’s soak the stress away and replenish our skin this winter.

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Natural Ingredients Needed For Honey & Oatmeal Bath Bombs

Please note that you can print the ingredient list and instructions below. This bath bomb recipe makes 4 to 6 large bath 5 oz bombs or 12 to 15 small 2 oz bath bombs in these industry-standard sizes, stainless steel bath bomb molds.

• ½ cup baking soda
• ¼ cup citric acid
• ¼ cup powdered milk
• 3 tbsp oatmeal, divided
• 1 tbsp sweet almond oil
• ½ tsp witch hazel or water
• ½ tsp honey
• Bath bomb molds
• Large bowl
• Whisk
• Small jar with lid

The Importance of Oatmeal

Oatmeal bath benefits are helpful any time of the year, but more so during the chillier months. With the lack of humidity, your skin craves moisture. These DIY bath bombs will give back to your skin. Oatmeal has anti-inflammatory properties.

When used in a bath, can soothe the skin. In addition, colloidal oats contain starches and beta-glucan.

These are naturally present in oats. They help to hold in water, which enhances the moisturizing abilities of oats. This is why so many lotion manufacturers use colloidal oatmeal. Pulsing the oats in a food processor will create a fine powder referred to as colloidal oatmeal.

For this recipe, I use whole old-fashioned oats for these reasons. Oatmeal is used to treat many skin conditions, including,

• dermatitis
• irritated skin from sun exposure
• chickenpox
• contact dermatitis
• dry, itchy skin
• eczema
• psoriasis
• reactions to insect bites and plants, such as poison oak

Why Use Honey?

I always say, if I could bathe in honey, I would. HA! And yet, here we are. Honey contains a powerhouse of antioxidants, antiseptic, and antibacterial properties. I even use it as an acne treatment. It also helps soften skin. This Oatmeal bath bomb contains the best of both worlds (whole oats & honey).

How To Make Soothing Oatmeal Bath Bombs – Perfect For All Skin Types

This oatmeal bath bomb recipe, made with just the right ingredients, proves you don’t have too long for a day at the spa to feel relaxed and replenished. You can create the same experience at home. Excellent for sensitive skin.

STEP ONE: In a large bowl, add baking soda, citric acid, and powdered milk. Stir this mixture with a whisk for about 2 minutes, until the ingredients are well combined.

STEP TWO: Then add 2 tablespoons of the oatmeal and stir with the whisk for about 30 seconds.

STEP THREE: Next in a mason jar, add in sweet almond oil, water (or witch hazel), and honey. Then secure the lid tightly, and shake vigorously.

STEP FOUR: Then, very slowly, add the liquid to the bowl of the dry mixture, while whisking the entire time. Pour slow enough that nothing fizzes, as this will destroy the mixture and you will need to start over.

STEP FIVE: With the leftover 1 tablespoon of oatmeal, divide evenly between 4 of the bath bomb half-spheres. You will do this for the tops only.

STEP SIX: Overfill each oatmeal-filled bath bomb half-sphere with the mixture, then overfill another with no oatmeal in it. Press the two together, give a quick twist, and set them on a plate to allow the bath bombs to set.

STEP SEVEN: Repeat the step above until you have used all the mixture. Allow bath bombs to set, undisturbed for about 3 hours or so, then carefully unmold. Lastly, let newly set bath bombs dry out at least overnight before storing them in an airtight container or wrapping them in plastic wrap.

How to Store Your Bath Bombs

Bath bombs do not keep well in humid or damp conditions. I believe this is a given. They are best stored in a cool dry place in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap until needed. If correctly stored, the bath bombs should keep for a good eight to nine months.

Homemade Oatmeal Bath Bomb Recipe

Though an easy bath bomb recipe to make, the results are lovely and the moisturizing bath bombs are nourishing for the skin.

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