Preparing Homemade Bath Salts Infused with Aromatic Orange and Peppermint Essences
In the realm of DIY projects, creating your own foamy bath salts is a delightful endeavour that offers a touch of luxury and personalisation. Although the origins of this recipe may be shrouded in mystery, the process is surprisingly simple and inexpensive. This article will guide you through the steps of creating your own homemade bath salts, suitable for a variety of occasions.
To begin, gather your supplies. Essential ingredients include Epsom salt and baking soda, which you can find at your local Dollar Tree. Additional ingredients such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, citric acid, and arrowroot powder (or cornstarch) are also required for the foamy texture.
Start by combining the Epsom salt and baking soda in a large bowl, mixing them well. Once your dry ingredients are combined, it's time to add the essential oils. The recipe suggests Wild Orange (20 drops) and Peppermint (15 drops), but feel free to customise the scents to your liking. If you wish to colour your bath salts, add the colouring at this stage.
After adding the essential oils and colouring, if desired, it's time to mix the ingredients thoroughly. The resulting mixture should fill approximately three small containers, such as mason jars.
To prevent clumping, use your homemade bath salts within a reasonable timeframe or bake them at 200 degrees for 15 minutes.
For a more polished presentation, consider embellishing your containers with scrapbook paper, baker's twine, wood spoons, washi tape, and stamps. Your homemade bath salts make a thoughtful gift for various occasions, including holidays, for neighbours, mailmen or women, teachers, co-workers, and Mother's Day.
For those seeking additional DIY ideas, this article also offers suggestions for Lush-inspired bath bombs and a cinnamon sugar hand scrub recipe. For a printable how-to card for the DIY bath salts, follow the provided link.
With these simple steps, you can create a personalised, budget-friendly gift that is sure to delight. Happy crafting!
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