Inspired by the ocean, these bath bombs are made with real pearl powder. Pearl powder is made from milled freshwater pearls and contains nutrients like calcium and magnesium. The bath bombs also contain seaweed extract and they’re topped with blue sugar pearls. Place one in your bath to feel like a sophisticated mermaid.
The bath bombs are scented with Pacific Pearl Fragrance Oil, which has notes of lemon zest, leafy greens, rain accord, and amber. It’s part of the Seascape Fragrance Collection, which is only available for a limited time. Click here to shop the entire Seascape Collection, which includes exfoliants, packaging, and more.
The Pearl Bath Bomb Kit comes with the supplies you need to get started, including printed instructions. The kit also has printed labels so the bath bombs are easy to share and gift.
What You Need:
*All items included in the Pearl Bath Bomb Kit
About 13 Plastic Bath Bomb Molds
32 oz. Sodium Bicarboante (Baking Soda)
16 oz. Citric Acid
2 tsp. Super Pearly White Mica
2 tsp. Pearl Powder
1 oz. Seaweed Extract
12 mL Polysorbate 80
0.5 oz. Pacific Pearl Fragrance Oil
Witch Hazel in a Spray Bottle
Blue Sugar Pearls
Dropper
Find the supplies you need for this project below
- About 13 Plastic Bath Bomb Molds
- 32 oz. Baking Soda
- 16 oz. Citric Acid
- 2 tsp. Super Pearly White Mica
- 2 tsp. Pearl Powder
- 1 oz. Seaweed Extract
- 12 mL Polysorbate 80
- 0.5 oz. Pacific Pearl Fragrance Oil
- Witch Hazel in a Spray Bottle
- Blue Sugar Pearls
- Push all the baking soda and citric acid through a strainer into a large mixing bowl and use your gloved hands or a spoon to mix them.
- Add 2 teaspoons of Super Pearly White Mica and 2 teaspoons of pearl powder and stir to combine.
- Add 1 ounce of seaweed extract, 0.5 ounces of Pacific Pearl Fragrance Oil, and 12 mL of polysorbate 80 to the powders. Use your hands to fully incorporate.
- Check the consistency of the bath bomb mixture. The ideal texture is similar to wet sand and should hold its shape when squeezed. If it’s too dry, use one hand to spritz the mixture with witch hazel and use your other hand to mix.
- Drop a few pearls into one half of the mold. Add bath bomb mixture and press it in firmly. Fill the other half of the mold. Place loose bath bomb mixture on top of both halves. Clear any powder
- from the seams of the mold, match the eyelets, and close. Make sure to direct pressure on the seams to prevent dents.
- Let the bath bombs dry overnight in the mold. To use, drop into a hot bath and enjoy.
I loved making them. Another great tutorial. Thanks. My only issue was some of the pearls come out on unmoulding and leave a gap behind. Any suggestions please
Are the ingredients for the pearl bath bombs measured by weight?
All of the ingredients in this recipe are measured by weight except those that call for mL.
What is the shelve life of these bath bombs?
We would recommend using them within 3-6 months for the most fizz. After that they would be safe for about a year but may not be as fizzy or fun.
hello,
could you tell me please how much I have to use additional dry ingrediance(dry milk, kaolin clay, corn starch)in recipe for bath bomb, like two parts baking soda and one part citric acid, and also how much extracts and oils and essential oil.
thank you so much
You don’t need additional dry ingredients if you don’t want them. The amount you would add depends on the ingredients you are using, the amount of fizz you want and the amount of bath bombs you are making. I found a few recipes you might like.
This recipe is made with dried milk: https://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/bath-fizzies/pumpkin-spice-latte-bubble-bath-bomb/
This recipe involves corn starch: https://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/bath-fizzies/how-to-make-solid-bubble-bath-on-soap-queen-tv/
These bath bombs are made with a couple different types of clay: https://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/bath-fizzies/lavender-clay-mondo-bath-fizzy/
This post helps explain how to add clay to bath and body projects: https://www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-use-clay-in-bath-beauty-projects/
Thank you so much 😊
I went to your link for the sugar pearls. The first three colors are pretty; they are a bit more cute and fun. The rose pearls you said are coming soon, those are something else; I love them. They are so elegant looking.
We agree. They are a perfect decoration for bath bombs and soap!
Hi, I am curious about how to label sugar pearls/sprinkles/sugar flowers on ingredient lists? Thanks for your time 🙂
You’ll need to list all of the ingredients in the sugar pearls. You can write “sugar pearls” and then put the rest of the ingredients in parenthesis. The ingredients for the blue sugar pearls can be found here: https://www.brambleberry.com/Sugar-Pearls-P6924.aspx
For more help on labeling, check out this post: https://www.soapqueen.com/business/understanding-inci-names-on-cosmetic-labels/
This book is also helpful: https://www.brambleberry.com/Soap-And-Cosmetic-Labeling-Book-1-Book-P3663.aspx
How do you determine the amount of scent to use. If one wanted to make a smaller or larger batch or use a higher amount of scent for non skin contact uses, what would be the best way to determine the amount? Thank you.
The best way to determine the amount of fragrance to use is to use the Bramble Berry Fragrance Calculator. Just type the scent you are using, select what you are making and enter how much. The calculator will give you light, medium and strong options and the amounts to use.
Here’s the link to the calculator: https://www.brambleberry.com/Pages/Fragrance-Calculator.aspx
I’m curious if the color bleeds on these colored pearls. Are they made of sugar as the name indicates? I’ve read somewhere that using the sugar/candy sprinkles intended for baking can cause mold growth. Thoughts?
The pearls work best on top of cold process soap or in bath bombs. You can use them in melt and pour soap, but the colors may bleed slightly. They are made of sugar. We’ve tested them and haven’t found any mold issues.