CBD and bath bombs are at the center of modern self-care routines, but what if you combined the two? A CBD bath bomb mixes the Endocannabinoid-balancing benefits of CBD with the topical burst of relief a bath bomb can provide.
Want to enjoy these all-over benefits for yourself? Here's how to make CBD bath bombs at home:
This recipe should make 6 bath bombs. If the recommended CBD potency is used, each bath bomb will contain approximately 25 mg of CBD.
You will need:
How to Make CBD Bath Bombs:
The recipe above lists essential oils as a crucial ingredient in your CBD bath bomb recipe. However, you can use your creativity and preference to decide exactly which fragrances you want to enjoy in your CBD-infused bath.
Essential oils are known for having their own targeted effects that may add a therapeutic edge to your bath bomb experience.
If you aren't sure what to add, try these combinations:
A traditional bath bomb has lots of benefits, from soothing and clarifying your skin to just adding a touch of fragrance to your afternoon bath. It may seem that a bath bomb is a bath bomb, but that's not always the case.
While all bath bombs contain the same basic ingredients, CBD bath bombs provide a range of additional benefits that make them a powerful addition to your self-care arsenal.
CBD is most commonly taken internally, and oral CBD products boast a long list of potential benefits, from calming the mind to easing physical pain. Topical CBD products have similar benefits, but because they're absorbed directly through the skin they may be more useful for targeting certain discomforts. For instance, joint and muscle pain or skin irritation may respond better to a topical application, like a muscle rub, salve, or CBD bath bomb.
Unlike most topicals, though, CBD bath bombs make it easy to apply a powerful dose to the entire body without layering yourself in creams. The reasons why someone may use CBD in their bath varies, but some reasons may include:
Want to learn more about CBD's benefits? Read "What is CBD?"
As you may have assumed, using a CBD Bath Bomb is straightforward and simple, much like using any other bath bomb. Just run a bath, drop it in the water (after removing any packaging, of course), and relax as it fizzes away.
There is, however, one important thing to keep in mind: CBD bath bombs need time.
Take your time and relax once you hit the water, and give CBD at least 20 minutes to be fully absorbed by the skin. The same can be said for any other herbal ingredients you may have added, like essential oils.
Allowing time for optimal absorption can help you get the most out of your hemp-infused bath bomb, and combining a topical application with a systemic dose is the most effective way to experience the balancing benefits of CBD.
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