Bubbling Bath Oil Beads

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Alice J. | June 23rd, 2024

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Ingredients:

Qty	Unit	Ingredient
1/4	cup	Baking Soda	Baking Soda Baking Soda is also known as sodium bicarbonate and bicarbonate of soda. Its a leavening agent used in many baked goods, such as cookies, cakes and muffins. You can store baking soda unopened, at Read more...
2	tablespoons	Citric Acid
1	tablespoon	Borax » for softening
2	tablespoons	Powdered Sugar » for binding
2	tablespoons	Sweet Almond Oil
1	teaspoon	Vitamin E Oil
1/4	teaspoon	Essential Oils

Prep Time	Process Time	Overall Time
15 Minutes	10 Days	1 week 3 days 15 minutes

Directions:

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the baking soda, citric acid, borax, and powdered sugar. Mix together thoroughly.

2. Gradually drizzle the sweet almond oil over the dry mixture, stirring continuously until the mixture is evenly moistened.

3. Add the vitamin E oil and your choice of essential oils.

4. Stir the mixture vigorously until everything is well combined.

5. Scoop out teaspoon-sized portions of the mixture and press firmly to form into small, compact balls.

6. Place the formed beads on a sheet of wax paper.

7. Allow them to sit undisturbed for 2 to 3 hours to set their initial shape.

8. After the initial setting period, check the beads and gently reshape them.

9. Allow the beads to air dry, away from moisture for about 10 days.

10. Once fully dried and hardened, store the bath oil beads in an airtight container to protect them from moisture.

11. To Use: Drop one or two beads into your bath water and enjoy the soothing oils and fragrances.

Submitted by Alice J. | June 23rd, 2024 See all of Alice J.'s Recipes.

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