Fizzing Peppermint Bath Salt Recipe
Indulge in a batch of these magical fizzing peppermint bath salts and boost your relaxation time or create delightful holiday gifts! The combination of pink Himalayan sea salt, Epsom salts, and baking soda gently soothes and clarifies dry skin, leaving it healthy and glowing. Citric acid adds a fizzing surprise as the salts hit the bath water, and peppermint essential oil awakens your senses with its uplifting aroma. These festive bath salts are simple to make and perfect for bringing a touch of luxury to your winter self-care routine.
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Whisk or Mixing Spoon
- 1 Funnel
- 1 Airtight Glass Storage Jars Use smaller containers for gifting.
- 1 Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons
Materials
- 1 cup Epsom salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid
- 1/4 cup coarse sea salt or pink Himalayan sea salt optional for added texture and color
- 1 tablespoon carrier oil like jojoba or sweet almond
- 15-20 drops of peppermint essential oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: Epsom salt, baking soda, citric acid, and sea salt (if using). Whisk everything together to ensure even distribution.
- Add the wet ingredients: carrier oil and peppermint essential oil.
- Continue whisking the mixture to ensure all the ingredients are well combined. The consistency should resemble damp sand, so add a drop or two more carrier oil if needed.
- Test the fizz! Take a small amount of the bath salt mixture and drop it in a cup of hot water. If it fizzes vigorously, you're good to go! If not, add a little more citric acid, a teaspoon at a time, and test again until you get the desired fizziness.
- Once you're happy with the consistency and fizz level, transfer the bath salts to the airtight containers. This recipe makes four 4-oz jars or two 8-oz jars worth of bath salts.
Notes
To Use
Add ¼ cup to ½ cup of the bath salts to a tub of hot water. The bath salts will fizz on contact with water for an exciting sensory surprise! The bath salts may also be used as a foot soak. In a one gallon basin filled halfway with hot water, add ¼ cup of the bath salts. Soak your feet in the mixture for up to 20 minutes.
Tips & Tricks
- Be cautious with the peppermint essential oil because it is potent. Start with 15 drops and adjust to your preference.
- For a more luxurious feel, substitute a tablespoon of melted coconut oil for the carrier oil. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the dry ingredients.
- These bath salts make wonderful gifts! Package them in decorative jars or tins and add a label with instructions for use.
- Store your bath salts in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight for up to 9 months.