Chamomile and Calendula Soothing Herbal Bath Bombs

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$10
1 Hour
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Learn how to make an herbal bath bomb recipe. This easy to make DIY has both chamomile and calendula to soothe dry or irritated skin. It's a wonderful bath bomb for dry skin, and it also has relaxing aromatherapy benefits.

This soothing bath bomb recipe has both chamomile and calendula, which are two of my favorite herbs for soothing dry or irritated skin.

In addition to the dried herbs, I also used a soothing essential oil blend to promote skin health.


This is an excellent bath bomb for dry skin. Both calendula and chamomile are soothing for irritated skin, so a calendula bath bomb can help relieve the symptoms of eczema or psoriasis.


Keep track of this herbal bath bomb recipe and all of your recipes in a printable essential oil journal.

I like to get my herbs from Mountain Rose Herbs. They have most herbs available in 4 oz or 1 pound sizes. I also recommend Grassroots Herb Supply or Mountain Maus Remedies.


Chamomile and calendula are two of my favorite herbs for soothing the skin.


Chamomile essential oil has the following benefits for skin:

  • Reduces inflammation
  • Reduces redness
  • Relieves symptoms of eczema
  • Promotes skin healing
  • Reduces damage from free radicals
  • Soothes sensitive skin
  • High in antioxidants
  • Promote cellular renewal


You can get German chamomile essential oil from Simply Earth, Revive, or Plant Therapy.


Dried calendula has the following benefits for skin:

  • Reduces inflammation
  • Nourishing for your skin
  • Moisturizing
  • High in antioxidants
  • Promotes skin healing
  • Boosts collagen and elastin production


Do not use calendula if you are allergic to ragweeds, marigold, or daisies. You can get dried calendula from Mountain Rose Herbs or on Etsy.



I made my own blend with 3 drops German chamomile, 10 drops geranium, and 22 drops lavender. This gives me 35 drops, which is exactly what I need to make a chamomile bath bomb.

You can use my essential oil blending factor worksheets to create your own blends.

Here are some premade blends that you can use for make a soothing bath bomb recipe:


You will need the following to make herbal bath bombs:




Combine the baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salts, and cornstarch in a medium sized bowl.


Add the dried calendula petals and stir well.


Combine the sweet almond oil, water, and essential oils in a small bowl and stir to combine. Slowly pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients while you stir.


Scoop the mixture into each half of the molds, overfilling each side. Then firmly press the two halves together and twist slightly.


Set the molds aside and let dry for 6 to 8 hours. Remove from molds. If they don't release, tap the mold gently to release.


Store your chamomile bath bombs in an airtight container. They will absorb moisture from the air.


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Ingredients

  • ½ cup baking soda
  • ¼ cup citric acid
  • ¼ cup Epsom salt
  • ¼ cup corn starch
  • ¼ cup dried calendula petals
  • 1 tablespoon sweet almond oil
  • 1 tsp water
  • 3 drops German chamomile essential oil
  • 10 drops geranium essential oil
  • 22 drops lavender essential oil
Instructions

Combine the baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salts, and cornstarch in a medium sized bowl.
Add the dried calendula petals and stir well.
Combine the sweet almond oil, water, and essential oils in a small bowl and stir to combine.
Slowly pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients while you stir.
Scoop the mixture into each half of the molds, overfilling each side. Then firmly press the two halves together and twist slightly.
Set the molds aside and let dry for 6 to 8 hours. Remove from molds. If they don't release, tap the mold gently to release.
Suggested materials:
  • Baking soda
  • Citric acid
  • Essential oils
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