Bath bombs – I’m sure you’ve heard of them. Did you know that there has been a sudden surge in the demand for bath bombs? Yes, there has been a whopping 123% spike in bath bomb sales in the last few years. Because there’s nothing a bath bomb cannot fix.
Imagine jumping (not literally) into a tub filled with exploding fragrances and unwinding after a long day just by popping in a melting bath bomb. The idea of a fizzing plop to calm you down has completely transformed the concept of bubble baths, thanks to Lush who first came up with the idea 20 years ago.
But soon, other brands jumped onto the bandwagon, and now, there are tons of options out there. We’ve rounded up the best of the brands for you. Check them out!
1. LUSH Guardian Of The Forest
Bring the best of the forest to your bathtub with this bath bomb. Filled with mossy greens and other potent ingredients like cypress oil and oakmoss that are soft and lustrous on your skin, LUSH Guardian Of The Forest lifts you like nothing ever has. It leaves you with a little tingling/prickling sensation in the beginning and totally refreshes you. The exhilarating fragrance of rosewood oil is something you’ll never get enough of.
Pros
- Great, long-lasting smell
- Very refreshing
- Hydrating
Cons None
Rating 4.8
2. Da Bomb Bath Fizzers Galaxy Bomb
Draw some cosmic vibes from the universe into your bathtub and feel out of the world with this Galaxy Bomb. This delightful fizz ball also holds a little special something for you – it could be a figurine, a keychain, or something that matches the theme of the bomb. A bath bomb made for both kids and adults.
Pros
- Vegan
- Paraben-, sulfate-, and gluten-free
- Smells great
Cons
- Can make your tub a little slippery, so be watchful around kids.
Rating
3. Level Naturals Lavender + Chamomile Bath Bombs
Indulge yourself and spend some alone time before you hit the bed on a Friday evening to unwind into the weekend. Or use it on a Sunday before you get a headstart into a new week with this bath bomb. The refreshing and great smelling lavender is infused with sleep-inducing chamomile to calm you down before you sleep like a baby. It also contains other essential oils and peppermint leaves that are gentle on your skin.
Pros
- Induces sleep
- Smells great
- Made with all natural essential oils
Cons
- Smaller than they appear in the pictures
Rating 4.8
4. Lush Sex Bomb
The Lush Sex Bomb hits the perfect note balancing basic aphrodisiacs with other ingredients that help you de-stress after a long day at work. Pop this into the tub if you are on vacation to set right the mood right or use it at home to pamper yourself. It is a combination of all things scintillating – like jasmine, clary sage, and ylang-ylang essential oil – that relieve you while the soy milk softens and moisturizes your body. Lie back and relax in this gorgeous hot pink pool.
Pros
- Fun and relaxing
- Gives out a gorgeous color as it fizzes out
- Extremely moisturizing
Cons
- Not long-lasting smell
Rating
4.5
5. Country Market Crafts Mermaid Bath Bombs
Not everything in life is perfect, but this bath bomb is. It is a combination of moisturizing oils (like avocado) and soothing salts (like Dead Sea salt) that act as a subtle muscle relaxant. These bombs are the perfect size and pack a punch. You will be one happy soul.
Pros
- Handmade
- All natural ingredients
- Eco-friendly and biodegradable packaging
- Perfect size
- Beautiful colors that do not leave a residue
Cons
None
Rating
4.7
6. Bath & Body Works Champagne Apple & Honey
Champagne in a bathtub? I’d say yes to champagne any time! A blend of crisp apple, sparkling champagne, and the sweet scent jasmine honey – this bath bomb is all good things coming together to a tub near you. It foams perfectly, bursts with beautiful fragrance, and leaves you moisturized.
Pros
- Does not stain the tub
- Colorful and smells great
Cons
None
Rating
4.7
7. Jane Inc. Effervescent Cube Energy Bath
A hand-crafted cube of energy for when you need something that rejuvenates your mind, body, and soul. Jane Inc. focuses on making products for mothers, adults, and working women who need little ways to unwind and de-stress. With ingredients like peppermint, lavender, sage, spirulina, and green tea, this bath fizz is all you need to lift your spirits.
Pros
- Hand-crafted
- Unwinds you fully and helps you fall asleep
Cons
- A little pricey for a bath bomb
Rating
4.7
8. Rudy’s Lemongrass Showerbomb
Rudy’s Barbershop is an iconic brand most of us already know of. And just like all their other products, their shower products are huge hits as well. This invigorating lemongrass bath bomb creates an effervescent fizz and aroma in your bathtub. Lemongrass relieves general fatigue, body pains, and headaches, and cosmetic clay gently scrapes off dead skin and impurities.
Pros
- Clears your skin
- Feels and smells great
- Value for money
Cons
None
Rating
4.7
9. Hugo Naturals Lavender and Vanilla Bath Bomb
Your skin needs a lot more moisturizing than you give it, so indulging in shower products that leave it hydrated and moisturized will go a long way. With an ultra-rich blend of shea butter that moisturizes your skin to the core, and the goodness of jojoba and vitamin E oils that smoothen your skin while protecting you from the damage it undergoes, this bath bomb is truly a treat for your skin. We all need something like this once in a while.
Pros
- Vegan
- Soy-, paraben-, sulfate, and chemical-free
- Made from all natural ingredients
Cons
- Does not fizz as much as other bath bombs
Rating
4.7
10. Velvet Moon Studio Donut Bath Bomb
A fizzing bath bomb shaped like a donut – it can’t get better than this, can it? To add to that, this bath donut comes with sprinkles! This bath bomb is a stunning concoction of refreshing oils and mild elements like Italian bergamot, strawberry apple blossom, African tamarind, and a tinge of Damask rose. It doesn’t end there! It also contains tonka bean, coconut milk, and white musk.
Pros
- Gives out a pretty pink color without staining your tub
- Smells great
Cons
None
Rating
4.7
11. Soap & Glory FIZZ-A-BALL Sugar Crush
Soap & Glory offers bath bombs with exciting flavors that smell sweet and bubble beautifully in the tub. The Fizz-A-Ball Sugar Crush comes in three variants with a combination of flavors, depending on your preference. Go for rose and bergamot if you are in a mood to pamper yourself, pick the sweet lime one if you want to add a little bit of zest and zing to your bubble bath, or choose the vanilla musk bomb if you want to relax. Either way, you are in for a treat.
Pros
- Reasonably priced
- Cute packaging
Cons
- Overpowering smell at the beginning that fades away quickly
Rating
4.5
12. Woodsprite Organic Bath Bombs
Woodsprite Bath Bombs are all made with natural and organic ingredients. These best-selling bath bombs come in different scents like Grapefruit Mint, Coconut Lime, and Ginger. They create frothy bubbles that you cannot get enough of. The essential oils in them are therapeutic, while the herbs nourish and smoothen your skin.
Pros
- No artificial fragrances or colors
- Hand-pressed
- Moisturize and nourish your skin
Cons
None
Rating
4.5
13. Dark Magic Charcoal Bath Bomb
Give in to the charcoal frenzy with this activated charcoal bath bomb. It will teleport you to another world. The magical ingredient detoxes your body and relaxes you completely. There is a CZ silver ring hidden inside each bath bomb that pops out once it has completely dissolved.
Pros
- Vegan
- All natural ingredients
- Soft on the skin
Cons
- Slightly expensive
Rating
4.5
14. Indie Lee Jasmine Ylang Ylang Bath Soak
The Indie Lee Jasmine Ylang Ylang Bath Soak brings together pink salt and salts from the Dead Sea, Atlantic Sea, and Pacific Sea that soothe and relax you completely. It also contains jasmine and ylang-ylang essential oils that improve blood circulation, act like a detox for your skin, relieve body pains, and leave your skin feeling supple and soft.
Pros
- Can use it multiple times because it’s a bath soak
- Fully relaxes you
- Smells great
Cons
- You need a little more product than specified for each use.
Rating
4.7
15. Pink Petal Roses Solar Salt Mineral Bath
Soak, drench, and pamper yourself in a bath filled with this handmade mineral salt blend. The sweet smell of roses will refresh you while the salt relaxes you. Throw in at least a handful of this in warm water, and soak in it for a while. It opens your pores, flushes out toxins, and leaves your skin feeling smooth and great.
Pros
- Smells great
- One bottle lasts a long time.
Cons
Rating
4.5
Bath bombs more or less look and feel and are made the same way, but the quality and potency of the ingredients are what matters. Since you are going to soak in it completely and use it for healing, it is best that you do your research and use something that is soothing on the skin and does not cause irritation. So, resist the temptation of buying a random bath bomb just because of its low price point. Have you tried one of these yet? Try out these bath bombs and let us know about your experience in the comments section below.
