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Essential ingredients for bath, body and skincare making. This collection includes salts, powders and complementary oils commonly used in bath soaks, scrubs, fizzers and cleansing products. Ideal for creating relaxing, nourishing and well balanced handmade formulations.
Bath Salts & Powders - Types, Uses & How to Choose
Bath salts are a versatile ingredient used across a wide range of handmade bath and body products. From bath bombs and soaks to scrubs and soap bars, understanding the different types helps you choose the right salt for your formulation.Â
Types of Bath Salts
Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulphate) is one of the most widely used bath salts. It dissolves easily in water and is a popular base for bath soaks and bath bombs. Epsom salt is known for its muscle-relaxing properties and works well in both leave-on soaks and rinse-off products.
Himalayan Pink Salt is a mineral-rich salt with a distinctive pink colour derived from iron oxide. It is commonly used in bath soaks, scrubs, and decorative bath products. Its natural colour makes it a popular choice for visually appealing handmade products.
Dead Sea Salt is harvested from the Dead Sea and is rich in minerals including magnesium, calcium, and potassium. It is a premium option often used in therapeutic bath soaks and mineral-rich soap bars.
How to Use Bath Salts in Bath Bombs
Epsom salt is the most common choice for bath bombs, typically used at 40–50% of the total dry weight. It helps bind the mixture, adds fizz support, and contributes to a smooth skin feel. Avoid fine-grain sea salts in bath bombs as they can trigger premature fizzing.
How to Use Bath Salts in Soap
In cold-process or melt-and-pour soap, salt can be added to the melt at low temperatures or sprinkled on top for texture and visual appeal. Salt bars typically use a high percentage of coconut oil to counteract the hardening effect of salt on lather. Dead Sea salt and Himalayan salt are popular choices for mineral-rich soap bars.
Browse our Australian-stocked range of bath salts and powders, perfect for bath bombs, soaks, scrubs, and handmade soap.
