Post Workout Bath Bombs With Green Tea and Ginger

After a tough workout, there's nothing like a relaxing bath to help your muscles recover. But why settle for a plain old bath when you can make post-workout bath bombs with green tea, ginger, and essential oils? These DIY bath bombs are easy to make and packed with natural ingredients that are great for your body. Simply mix together baking soda, Epsom salt, green tea, ginger, and your choice of essential oils. Form the mixture into balls and let them dry. Then, simply drop one into your bath and enjoy the soothing and relaxing effects of the natural ingredients. Not only are these bath bombs a great way to help your muscles recover after a workout, but they also make a great gift for your fitness-loving friends. So why not give this post-workout bath bomb recipe a try and enjoy a soothing and rejuvenating bath?

Making Post Workout Bath Bombs at Home

INGREDIENTS (Makes 3 Large or 6 Small Bath Bombs)

• 1/2 Cup (approx. 25g) of Green Tea Leaves

• 1/4 Cup of Ground Ginger or Dried Ginger Pieces

• 1 Cup (230g) of Baking Soda

• 1/2 Cup (115g) of Epsom Salts

• 1/2 Cup (115g) Citric Acid

• 1/2 Cup (65g) of Cornstarch

• 3-4 Tablespoons of Coconut Oil (Melted)

• 1 Teaspoon of Water

• 10 Drops of Essential Oil - Optional (Camomile OR Rosemary would be great for these bath bombs)

METHOD

• In a large mixing bowl combine the ground ginger, baking soda, Epsom salts, citric cid and cornstarch.

• In a small bowl or cup, mix together the coconut oil, water, and optional essential oils.

• Mix together the wet and dry ingredients until it resembles a damp sand texture.

• Lastly add the loose leaf green tea and combine.

• Put the bath bomb mixture into each side of the mold (overfilling it) and squeezing it tightly so that the mixture is well compacted.

• Leave the bath bombs in the molds for at least 4 hours or overnight to dry and set hard.

• Gently tap the molds before releasing the bath bombs. This bit can be a little tricky and can take some practice.