How To Make Bath Salts

Bath sand is 100% tub safe and feels grainy just like real sand.  We used homemade bath salts to make the bath sand.  Today’s post is all about the bath salts and how to make your own.
Make Your Own Bath Salts
Some ways to play: Kids can scoop and pour them, use them to color and scent their bath water, and use them as part of many other sensory recipes, like our bath sand.  Later today we are sharing an Alphabet Soup Bath where Rosie used them as spices and seasonings for her soup.  That is just one of many ideas we have lined up using these easy to make bath salts.  So how do you make them?  To make bath salts you will need:
- Sea salt or Epson salt (they have both at the Dollar Tree)
- Food Coloring (if color is desired)
- Fragrance (essential oil, perfume, cologne, extract)
All you need to do to make bath salts is fill a container with the plain white salt of your choice.  Then add whatever color and scent you desire.
Once mixed lay them out to dry and that’s it! Making the bath salts is an activity in itself for kids. Â It is one filled with sensory exploration too!
These would be fabulous in an Ocean Themed Bath!
We used purple food coloring and lavender to make calming bath salts perfect for right before bed.
We made many others as well. Â Favorite is the chocolate bath salt.

It’s mommy’s favorite too!  To make our chocolate bath salts I used chocolate extract because I already had some on hand and it colored the salts without the need for food coloring.  However, you could also use chocolate essential oil and brown food coloring or even skip the coloring.  These chocolate salts are utterly delightful either way.Not only are bath salts fantastic for bath time sensory play and exploration but they also make a fabulous homemade gift!
I know Rosie and Jewel’s grandma would love some of their homemade bath salts.  We even made some just for mommy using the last bit of my favorite perfume.  This extends my perfume a bit which is fantastic because it is expensive and I am not running out to but more right away.  Now I can indulge in my favorite scent many more times before buying more!
Easy to make bath salts- ENDLESS ways to PLAY!
Sleep Lavender Bath Salts 2 lb. Luxury Gift Bag by...
View
- A fine/medium grain blend of Pacific Sea Salts scented with Lavender Essential Oil in a beautiful soft lavender color.
- Naturally scented with the soft soothing scent of Lavender Essential Oil.
- Relaxes the mind and body to promote a restful night's sleep. Softens skin and soothes muscle aches and pains.
- Bath Spa Shower Feet
- Here at the San Francisco Salt Company we are confident that you will be completely satisfied with our products, which is why we stand behind every single item that we sell. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase reach out to us directly and we will make it right.
Calily Life Organic Dead Sea Salt with Eucalyptus,...
View
- RELIEVES ACNE, PSORIASIS & OTHER SKIN CONDITIONS – The CalilyLife Dead Sea Salt Bath Soak contains full strength Pure Dead Sea Salt, harvested and packaged directly at the source. Enjoy the pureness and amazing healing powers known since ancient biblical times. Dead Sea Salt is rich in many natural minerals that are critical to the skin’s metabolism; amazingly purifying pores, smoothing wrinkles, calms itchy skin and much more. Get your skin feeling extremely soft and refreshed!
- SOOTHES SINUSES & DECONGESTS – The soothing and refreshing therapeutic blend of Eucalyptus essentials oils combined with the dead sea salt minerals, opens up the sinuses and helps relieve the harsh effects of cold winter air. Eucalyptus oil contains healing properties known to act as an anti-inflammatory, a decongestant, an antiseptic and a deodorant. Enjoy the luxurious and relaxing aroma — exactly what you want when you're soaking in the tub!
- SOOTHES BODY ACHES AND TENSION – Dead Sea Salt is rich in bromides, potassium, magnesium and over 20 other essential minerals which energize the body, promotes muscle relaxation, helps ease muscle stiffness and effectively relieves body aches and pains. Enjoy a relaxing spa experience in the comfort of your home!
- RELAXES & REJUVENATES – Relax after a day of work in the fresh and soothing bath soak, relishing its unique relaxing qualities. A 15-20 minute soak provides nourishing stress relief, while promoting calmness and relaxation that helps drift into a deep and soothing sleep.
- NATURAL & RICH NUTRIENTS - Dead Sea Salt is rich in nutrients renowned for their therapeutic properties and healing qualities. Dead sea salt contains boatloads of minerals, including magnesium, calcium, sulfur, bromide, iodine, sodium, potassium and zinc, and much more. Being Organic, Paraben free and FDA compliant, the Dead Sea Salt is hypoallergenic, is safe for sensitive skin and is not associated with any side effects. Dissolves quickly, and does not leave any bathtub residue.
Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Bath Soaking Solution Gi...
View
- Made with Pure Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate USP) and natural essential oils, Dr Teal’s Epsom Salt Soaks provide an array of benefits.
- Ease Aches and Soreness: A Dr Teal’s Epsom Salt soak is an easy, achievable way to soothe sore muscles after workouts, help speed recovery, and get you back in the game of life. Pour 2 cups of Epsom Salt to a warm bath and soak for 20 minutes or, create a muscle-relaxing paste by dissolving a teaspoon of Dr Teal’s Pure Epsom Salt Soak into a cup of hot water and rub into sore muscles.
- Resealable Bag: Our bags feature a VELCRO Brand enclosure to make resealing your epsom salts easier, quicker and sturdier than ever.
- Quick & Easy Regimen: Soothe sore muscles with 2 cups of Dr Teal’s Epsom salt. Soak for 20 minutes 2 times per week.
Greenbrier Body Relaxing Bath Salts Scented Spa, R...
View
- Multipack of 3 includes jar of bath salts to melt your aches away in each of the following fragrances: Lavender, vanilla and rose
- Unwind after a stressful week of work and claim a moment just for yourself
- Melt away your aches and cares in a delicately scented bath
- A great way to pamper yourself or someone you care about
- Give them out separately as part of gift bags or baskets
Epsoak Epsom Salt 19 lb. Bulk Bag Magnesium Sulfat...
View
- Epsoak Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate) is USP grade. It is GMO free (Genetically Modified Organism).
- After soaking in Epsoak Epsom Salt it becomes clear why Epsoak is the leading name in Epsom Salt. The expertly selected grain size of Epsoak Epsom Salt means that it dissolves quickly & easily in warm water without hassle every single time. It's transparent/slightly white in color, and is unscented. Buy in BULK and save.
- Known for its amazing therapeutic qualities, an epsom salt bath can help to relieve muscle aches and pains, relieve aching feet, cleanse pores, flush out toxins, detoxify the skin. Mix with shower gel to create your own body scrub.
- Epsom Salt can do amazing things to help your Garden flourish. Epsom Salt for plants is a completely natural and cost efficient way to give them that extra boost to help your plants thrive. Use on plants, lawn, shrubs and more…
- Here at the San Francisco Salt Company we are confident that you will be completely satisfied with our products, which is why we stand behind every single item that we sell. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase reach out to us directly and we will make it right.
Dead Sea Salt Mineral Bath Salts Variety 3 Pack: P...
View
- One Unscented Dead Sea Salt, one Lavender Dead Sea Salt, and one Eucalyptus Dead Sea Salt.
- Dead Sea Salt’s unique mineral composition gives this salt its therapeutic qualities for skin care. While most sea salts are primarily Sodium Chloride; Dead Sea Salt is comprised of 21 beneficial minerals including: Magnesium, Potassium, Calcium, Bromide and Sulfur.
- Mineral rich soaks (see below for each salt's unique features/benefits)
- Our Minera Dead Sea Salt is the same 100% pure, mineral-rich salt used in spas and treatment centers around the Dead Sea in Israel. Minera Dead Sea Salt has NOT been mineral depleted or blended with other salts as many “Dead Sea Salts” sold on the market today.
- Here at the San Francisco Salt Company we are confident that you will be completely satisfied with our products, which is why we stand behind every single item that we sell. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase reach out to us directly and we will make it right.
Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Dead Sea Salt...
View
Harmony Foaming Bath Salts - 2 lb. Luxury Bag by S...
View
- Foaming Sea Salts in a fine/medium grain blend infused with essential oils. A beautiful soft baby blue in color.
- All natural Lavender, Eucalyptus & Ylang Ylang essential oils calm and relax, without overpowering the senses.
- Soothes muscle aches and pains and softens skin.
- Bath Spa Shower Feet
- Here at the San Francisco Salt Company we are confident that you will be completely satisfied with our products, which is why we stand behind every single item that we sell. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase reach out to us directly and we will make it right.
Tree Hut Shea Moisturizing Epsom Salt Coconut Lime...
View
- 100% PURE NATURAL SHEA BUTTER - Premium deep moisturizer that wonderfully softens and smooths dry cracked skin.
- COCONUT EXTRACT AND LIME EXTRACT - Quality moisturizers that softens and smooths skin with the ideal fragrance for the senses.
- PARABEN FREE - Absolutely no parabens or formaldehyde donors! Free of harmful chemicals for healthy skincare.
- MADE IN THE USA - Proudly made in America by a world class professional cosmetics team in an American beauty lab.
Epsoak Epsom Salt Ultimate Bath Soak Bundle (6 lbs...
View
- Includes a 2 lb bag of: Sleep Formula, Muscle Soak, & Original Unscented Epsoak Epsom Salt.
- Use Epsoak Epsom Salt in the bath, spa, shower or as a foot soak.
- Promotes Relaxation and Helps to Soothe Muscle Aches and Pains, Cleanse Pores, and Detoxify Skin. Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free bath salts.
- Made with USP grade Epsoak brand Epsom Salt.
- Here at the San Francisco Salt Company we are confident that you will be completely satisfied with our products, which is why we stand behind every single item that we sell. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase reach out to us directly and we will make it right.
Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Soaking Solution, Relax ...
View
Bath Bomb Gift Set USA - 6 Vegan Essential Oil Nat...
View
- SUPERIOR QUALITY - HANDMADE DAILY IN USA. Natures garden to your bath. NO toxic fragrances. Discover the real health benefits of 100% PURE natural, organic ingredients & essential oils. 6 unique ultra moisturizing fizzy bombs. Mom said - "It's Quality NOT Quantity that matters". You decide.VEGAN & GLUTEN-FREE. Bath Pearl Heaven.
Epsoak Everyday Epsom Salts - 2 lbs. Detox + Clean...
View
- Supports the elimination of toxins from your skin and body and leaves you feeling rejuvenated. Scented with Premium Essential Oils.
- Made with Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate), Vitamin E, Aloe Vera, Lavender Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil, Tea Tree Essential Oil, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, and Lemon Essential Oil.
- All-natural leaping Bunny certified cruelty free.
- Dissolves easily in warm water to help soothe muscle pain, relieve aching feet, reduce inflammation and detoxify the skin and body.
- Here at the San Francisco Salt Company we are confident that you will be completely satisfied with our products, which is why we stand behind every single item that we sell. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase reach out to us directly and we will make it right.
Dr. Teal's Epsom Salt Bundle, 3 Items: 1 Rela...
View
- EPSOM SALT BUNDLE, 1 ea. of Spearmint, Lavender & Rosemary and Mint (9 lbs of soothing!)
- Soothes sprains, aches and stings.
- Magnesium sulfate aids in soothing and relieving tension.
- Comforts and relaxes overworked muscles allowing for optimum performance.
- Mint Oil soothes the senses while softening and cooling skin.