Aesthetic, fun and sold at low prices, the bath bomb is definitely trendy among cosmetic addicts. But why are bath bombs so popular? Are they really good for the skin? Is there a more skin-friendly alternative to personalize your bath? Let's get into the details!
What is a bath bomb?
Bath bomb here, bath bomb there, it's impossible to miss this beauty phenomenon with its captivating scent. Glittery and colorful, they can take all sorts of shapes. From the simplest to the most original, they are available in round, triangle, rocket, star, fruit, animal, heart and even mermaid shapes. Effervescent balls are particularly popular on social media where many influencers post photos of their colorful baths. Individually or in the form of a box, the effervescent ball is on many gift lists. But what are the advantages and disadvantages of the bath bomb?
Bath bomb: what are the benefits?
The success of the bath bomb is due to a list of significant advantages, although more related to appearance than to real benefits: • Bath bombs smell good: the bath bomb dissolves in your bathtub like an aspirin that colors and especially perfumes your bath water. They leave all sorts of scents on the skin thanks to the essential oils and other components they contain. For example, there are bath bombs with rose, lavender, ylang-ylang, etc. Be careful, however, a large part of these perfumes are synthetic perfumes. • Bath bombs are pretty: whether they are displayed around the bathtub or diluted in hot bath water, the bath bomb hypnotizes by creating a real rainbow of colors. • Bath bombs have an immediate aesthetic effect: they transform your bath into an explosion of colors in less time than it takes to say "pschiit". They are also the ideal gift, whether for a woman or a man. These effervescent balls are generally quite low priced and are found individually or in a box, combined with other products and accessories such as soaps, bath beads, body oils or bath ball holders. • Bath bombs can help you feel good: this little effervescent ball can have an influence on your mood. Indeed, the few essential oils they contain can have an influence on your well-being, as well as relaxing in a hot bath. Need some calm? Opt for lavender or rose! Want to relieve your muscles? Choose a bath bomb with ylang-ylang essential oil. For a real beneficial effect, remember to check the composition of your bath bomb because often the odors are only due to perfume and not essential oils.
Bath bomb: what are the disadvantages?
So yes, bath bombs are great fun and can make your bath more fun, but are they also good for your body and skin? • Bath bombs and your skin: a bath bomb is mainly composed of baking soda, citric acid, vegetable oil, coloring, perfume and starch. As a result, it does not treat specific skin problems. On the contrary, this cocktail of ingredients, not recommended for sensitive skin, also promotes irritation of the mucous membranes. If your skin is dry, you risk making the problem worse by leaving it to soak for long minutes in water full of drying products. Bath bombs are also not recommended for people suffering from eczema, psoriasis or acne. • Bath bombs and their strong coloring power: although an effort has been made to reduce the effects of colorings on the bathtub, some bath bombs leave marks on its immaculate white and especially on the joints. Also be careful if you have blond or very light hair: several minutes of soaking in blue, green or red water could result in a rather approximate homemade coloring! Finally, it has happened that some cheap bath bombs leave colored marks on the skin. • The bath bomb and the environment: this effervescent ball unfortunately turns out to be very polluting for the environment. Unlike a lotion for example, bath bombs contain glitter and dyes that are not biodegradable. Despite the presence of vegan alternatives and without plastic packaging, the bath bomb remains a cosmetic product with harmful consequences for the environment.
What can I use instead of a bath bomb?
As you will have understood, the bath bomb is adopted sparingly because it has few benefits apart from the aesthetic and fun rendering that it provides. However, to personalize your bath, other ingredients with dermatologically proven benefits can be added.
Adopt the milk bath
Who has never dreamed of a real queen's bath? Like Cleopatra, who was known for immersing her goddess body in milky baths, the milk bath effectively replaces the bath bomb without the negative effects that come with it. You don't have amphorae of donkey's milk to pour into the hot water? Rest assured, 3 caps of Collosol Eau de Lait are enough to add the dose of hydration your body needs for a relaxing bath that will leave your skin soft as silk. Unlike the bath bomb which can be irritating to the skin, this paraben-free, surfactant-free and dermatologically tested milky lotion helps fight against dry skin and allows the epidermis to soothe itself. The milk bath is one of the treatments to favor to eliminate dead cells and leave your skin smooth and soft. In addition, Eau de Lait can also be used as a facial cleansing and make-up remover. A single product for multiple benefits! Thanks to its soft, fresh and powdery scent, Eau de Lait from Collosol is a must-have for your anti-stress skincare list.Swap the bath bomb for bath salts
Thanks to its composition rich in mineral matter, bath salt has properties similar to those of sea water. Just like milk, bath salt differs from the bomb by its moisturizing and healing properties. A 100% natural ingredient, bath salt acts beneficially on your skin without attacking or drying it out, unlike a bath ball made up of a lot of irritating chemical elements. Available in different colors, bath salt can be combined with essential oils, a rose shower cream or a natural soap with organic shea butter for example. Bath salt can be combined with other treatments according to your desires. and allows you to enjoy a relaxing and gentle bath for your skin.
In conclusion...
As you will have understood, the effervescent or soothing bath bomb brings a playful aspect to your moment of relaxation thanks to its captivating fragrance and fun colors, however it is not really ideal for your skin. Although they are part of the list of favorite treatments of cosmetic addicts, the dyes and perfume contained in bath bombs can, among other things, cause or accentuate certain irritations on your skin. If you are sensitive to overly chemical ingredients, the effervescent bath bomb may not be for you and it is therefore preferable to find an alternative that is more respectful of the skin. Luckily, you are not punished for bathing! Other ingredients, such as milk or bath salts, can be added to your moment of relaxation and hydration. Organic candles? Ok. Rose petals? Ok. Rose or lavender essential oils? Why not. Collosol Milk Water? Poured! Fragrance-free shower cream? Ready! Enjoy a 5-star bath and silky soft skin as soon as you get out of the bath!
To go further and also allow your facial skin to benefit from the benefits of Collosol Milk Water, do not hesitate to apply it to your face morning and evening using a reusable cotton pad . And for even more effectiveness , Collosol Cleansing Chantilly will complete your fun and moisturizing beauty routine.
