What Is a Bubble Bath And How To Take One?

Bubbly baths provide relief and relaxation from a long day of work. If you are lucky to have a bathtub in your home, it's surprising how easily bubble baths can make life more enjoyable.

You don't even need to have a stressful day before deciding to enjoy a warm bath soak. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to indulge in warm baths with bath enhancers, and what better products to use than bubble bath essentials?

If you aren't a fan of bubble baths, let's help change your mind. In this article, we'll focus on what bubble baths are, how you can make one at home, and why you should take the time to enjoy a bubble bath experience frequently.

What is a bubble bath?

It's a liquid with a pleasant fragrance that creates lots of bubbles when you pour it into your bath water. Usually, you notice a layer of surfactant foam on the water's surface. The bubbly effect is similar whether you use a bath bomb or liquid bubble baths. 

Bubble baths help remove impurities from your skin, and that's why a bubble bath mixture needs to be void of harsh chemicals, so it doesn't counteract the detoxifying benefits.

Who invented bubble baths?

Pinpointing the first inventor of bubble baths is tricky because defining which products qualify is challenging. After all, the general definition of a bubble bath product depends on its capacity to create bubbles in the water.

However, the first American bubble bath formula was manufactured in the 1940s by Chemtoy, a Chicago-based company. Then in the 1960s, Harold Schafer manufactured a new bathing product called "Mr. Bubble".

There has been a lot of debate concerning who invented bubble baths first, but all we know is that these products have come a long way since their first recognition.

What are the typical ingredients in a bubble bath?

Generally, you need only three ingredients; water, air, and soap (almost any type of body soap will do, as long as it lathers well).

The ingredients are so simple that you can make your own homemade bubble bath recipe. It is a lot easier to make than a bath bomb, and that's why people love these homemade bath enhancers.

The ingredients in homemade bubble baths depend on what you want and, of course, what your skin needs. You can decide to add oils to your mixture as well. The beauty of this is that you can include whatever you feel will make your bath before bed more relaxing.

How to prepare and take a bubble bath?

The perfect bath time for kids involves bubbles and foam, and it's understandable if you want to make the bath ritual in your home more fun.

As we mentioned, you can customize the ingredients depending on your skin texture. Adding oils might be just what you need if you have extra-dry skin.

To make your bubble bath, you don't need a lot of ingredients, as what you already have in your kitchen may suffice.

Let's get started;

1. Select any soap of your choice

Any soap of your choice doesn't involve soaps with non-foaming effects. After all, that's what creates the bubbles.

Get 1/2 cup of suitable liquid soap, and pour it into a clean bowl. You can use a glass bowl if you want to.

Use liquid castile soap if you have zero ideas about the type of soap to use, or you could use shampoo,

Using scented soaps adds a sweet fragrance, so you might want to consider that when choosing a soap.

Also, make sure to use a mild soap to avoid skin irritations.

2. Add honey

Staying in a hot tub for a prolonged period can dry out your skin, and that's why you need honey. Honey helps moisturize your skin and leave it fresh. So, add 1tbsp of runny honey to the mixture.

3. Add light oils

Light oils are perfect for people with dry skin. Add one 1 tbsp of any light oil. It could be rosemary or jojoba oil. Alternatively, you can add milk to make a milk-based foamy mixture.

However, if your skin is always oily, you can skip this step.

4. Pour egg whites into the mixture

If you want to make your bubble bath foamy, then you need egg whites. Surprising as it may sound, egg white helps create more bubbles.

However, you don't use the whole egg, just the egg white. To get the egg white, follow these simple tricks:

• Crack the egg on a hard surface and use a clean hand to reach out for the yolk; ensure your hand is over a clean, nice bowl for this.
• Ensure your fingers are lightly separated to allow the egg white to slide through.
• Put the yolk into your other hand, and let more egg white slip through.
• Keep switching the egg yolk to both palms until all the white is inside the bowl.
• Pour the yolk into a second bowl, and use it for something else later.

5. Put in essential oils for extra fragrance

Essential oils are necessary if you want to have aromatherapy benefits. You can use lavender oil, sandalwood oil, and vanilla oil, especially if you want to de-stress after a long day at work.

6. Mix all the ingredients

After you have gotten all your ingredients into the bowl, stir gently until they are well-blended. Avoid over-stirring because it might cause your mixture to get stiff, thereby defeating the purpose.

7. Pour the mixture into a plastic container

Transfer the mixture into an airtight container so it won't spill when placed in the wrong position. You can use a jar, plastic bottle, or glass bottle with caps.

Ensure you label the container, so you won't get things mixed up.

8. Store properly

Because your mixture contains egg whites, it can get spoiled when not stored properly. It's best to keep it in your refrigerator when not using it.

And that's all about making homemade foaming bubble mixtures. Now, how about how to use it? Let's get into that.

Fill your bathtub

Run hot water into your tub, but not too hot. Also, don't fill the tub to the brim.

Pour in your mixture

When pouring it into the hot bath, ensure the water is running while you are doing it; otherwise, bubbles won't form.

Finish filling the tub

Now, you can fill your hot tub until the required level you want. You can stir the water if you feel it's not foamy enough. Proceed to step into your bathtub and enjoy the bubbles.

Things to avoid when taking a bubble bath

Bubble baths are fun, yes. However, avoid making certain mistakes if you want healthy skin after bathing.

Remember that bathing is supposed to be relaxing and, in some instances, a way to improve your cardiovascular health, and reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics. But when done wrongly, you might end up with irritated patches of skin.

Let's look at a few things you can avoid when bubble bathing:

• Make sure not to use super hot water, especially if you have dry skin, as this can increase dryness. If you feel warm water isn't relaxing enough, add hot water slowly, but ensure the temperature isn't sizzling hot.
• Bubble baths can be extremely relaxing, but don't stay too long in the hot water because it might dehydrate you. A prolonged stay in water will draw out moisture from the dermis of your skin.
• Don't use bubble baths that contain fragrances, as they can cause harm to your lady parts and probably a yeast infection.
• Add bath oils to your mixture if you intend to spend more than 15 minutes in the water. Doing so will lock moisture in. But ensure you clean the tub properly to avoid slipping.

What are the benefits of a bubble bath?

Bathing surrounded by bubbles and scented candles in your bathroom is a great way to relax your muscles. But remember that the ideal bath temperature is also vital for the best results.

You get a few health benefits when bathing in voluptuously foamy water.

Bubble baths can help detoxify, relax sore muscles, improve mental health, and even brighten your mood.

The human body consists mainly of water, hence keeping your body hydrated is very important. In addition, you can always take a glass of water every time you hop into your bathtub. Relaxing while bathing will help improve muscle function and relieve muscle pains.

Are bubble baths safe?

Fragranced bubble baths aren't the safest because they can cause skin dryness and maybe urinary tract infections.

Bubble baths come in different types, and that's why it's best to make yours, so you can regulate the ingredients you put in it. However, if you can't prepare your own, avoid staying too long in the tub. Some bubble baths may contain skin-irritating ingredients like sodium laureth sulfate and cocamidopropyl betaine.

 

Conclusion

Bubble baths are personal care products that deserve to be in your beauty care routine. To make them more personalized, prepare them with any essential oils you love; we recommend lavender oil or rosemary oil.

If you want clean skin, customize your homemade bubble bath recipe to your skin needs and avoid staying too long in the tub.

FAQs

1. What’s the difference between a foam bath and bubble bath?

People often use both terms interchangeably, and it's not difficult to understand why because the products do the same thing. Don't worry about the names - both will create luxurious bubbles. But check the ingredients before purchasing.

2. Are you supposed to rinse off after a bubble bath?

It is a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer to rinse off after a bubble bath in order to feel clean and refreshed, while others find that the bubbles provide enough cleansing action on their own. If you are using soap in your bubble bath, it is generally recommended that you rinse off afterwards to avoid soap scum and any irritation. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide what feels best for your skin and your health.

3. Are bubble baths better than normal baths?

If you want a relaxing experience, then a bubble bath may be the better choice. If you are looking to get clean, then a normal bath may be more effective. Bubble baths with the right ingredients for your skin type have more benefits, making them a better option. Soaking in your bath tub with bubbles is a great way to reduce muscle aches and relieve tension.