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Make Your Own Bubble Bath
by Abigail Beal
Indulge yourself and make your own bubble
bath. Wouldn't it be nice to relax into a bubble bath that you'd created? Making
bubble bath is simple & fun. They can also make wonderful gifts for friends and
loved ones for the holidays or other special occasions.
The ingredients used to make bubble bath can
be found in most large grocery stores or health food stores. You can also find
all of the ingredients online. They are inexpensive.
One of the benefits of making your own bubble
bath is that you know exactly what is in it. If you are allergic to anything,
you can be certain it is not in your bubble bath.
Another benefit to making your own bubble
bath is that you know all of the ingredients are fresh and natural. There is no
concern about a product that was left on the shelf for months. Another benefit
is that you can be certain that your product is environmentally conscious and
that it does not promote animal testing.
Bubble bath is a wonderful inexpensive way to
treat yourself. Supplies are easy to find and you can create a bubble bath
suited exactly to your personal tastes and needs.
An important ingredient in bubble bath is
essential oil. Essential oils add the scent to your bubble bath. Use these
sparingly, as you only need to use several drops to get a pleasant effect. Many
essential oils should not be ingested orally, so be sure to read the directions.
There are also some essential oils such as marjoram that should never be used by
pregnant women. You can research any essential oil at the National Association
for Holistic Aromatherapy www.naha.org. Also look in aromatherapy books and ask
questions at the health food store when buying essential oils.
Some essential oils are known to be relaxing
and soothing. The most popular include lavender, sandalwood, marjoram,
frankincense, myrrh, rosewood and chamomile. These essential oils will calm you
down, relax you and help you go to sleep.
Other essential oils will uplift and energize you. Peppermint, spearmint,
eucalyptus and lemon oil are all oils that will brighten your day and are good
to use during the day. Eucalyptus oil is especially good if you have a cold
because it will break up your cold's congestion.
To soften your skin, consider adding either
coconut or almond oil to your bubble bath concoctions. Coconut oil has a
wonderful nutty and floral fragrance to it. Almond oil is virtually unscented.
Adding a half a cup of either almond oil or coconut oil to your bubble bath will
soften your skin tremendously. This is a great addition for your bubble baths
for the winter months.
Store your bubble baths in a nonbreakable
container. The materials you use to make bubble baths can "keep" for awhile. You
can store your bubble bath on a shelf in your bathroom or bedroom for easy
access.
Personalized bubble baths make an excellent
gift. You can find many decorative plastic containers at your local art store.
For decorative effect you can add either marbles or seashells to the bottom of
the container. If you are giving bubble bath to a child or teenager, consider
adding a small amount of glitter. Do not add food coloring because it can stain
people temporarily. Tie your container with a pretty bow or even a piece of
tulle.
When giving bubble bath as a gift, consider
adding some other bath related items. Give bath mitts or a big yellow rubber
duck. Your friend or loved one will appreciate such a thoughtful and
personalized gift.
Whether you are making your bubble bath for
yourself or for someone special - your bubble bath is really a treat to enjoy.
Here are some recipes for bubble baths to inspire you and to get your started:
Sweet Dreams Bubble Bath
This bubble bath has lavender and patchouli
oils to relax you before bedtime. Use soft music and lighted candles in your
bathroom for a soothing effect.
6 drops of lavender oil
3 drops of patchouli oil
1 quart of distilled water
1 bar of castille soap. (4 oz. Bar)
4 ounces liquid glycerin
Directions: mix the water, soap and glycerin
together and stir.
Now add your essential oils to the mixture.
Cold Season Bubble Bath
This bubble bath will help you breathe
easier, with eucalyptus oil to ease the cold congestion. This is perfect for the
cold season.
6 drops of eucalyptus oil
3 drops of spearmint oil
3 drops of peppermint oil
1 quart of distilled water
1 bar of castille soap. (4 oz. Bar)
4 ounces liquid glycerin
Directions: mix the water, soap and glycerin
together and stir.
Now add your essential oils to the mixture.
Pure Sunshine Bubble Bath
This citrusy bubble bath will cheer you up
and energize you. Perfect for a morning bath or use after exercising.
6 drops of orange oil
4 drops of grapefruit oil
3 drops of lemon oil
1 quart of distilled water
1 bar of castille soap. (4 oz. Bar)
4 ounces liquid glycerin
Directions: mix the water, soap and glycerin
together and stir.
Now add your essential oils to the mixture.
Love Potion Bubble Bath
This bubble bath will put you in a romantic
mood. All of the ingredients are considered known aphrodisiac - so look out!
6 drops jasmine oil
3 drops rose oil
3 drops vanilla oil
6 drops ylang ylang oil
1 quart of distilled water
1 bar of castille soap. (4 oz. Bar)
4 ounces liquid glycerin
Directions: mix the water, soap and glycerin
together and stir. Now add your essential oils to the mixture.
Abigail Beal a.k.a. "the
Gift-wrap Goddess" teaches gift wrap in suburban New York. She is the
author of 2 ezines: GiftWrapGoddessWraps and CreativeCraftsTeachers. To
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