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Fizz Boom Bath!: Learn to Make Your Own Bath Bombs, Body Scrubs, and More!
From fizzers to scrubs, masks to soaps, bubble bars to shower melts, Fizz Boom Bath! is your how-to source on all things bath-time beauty.
Have you ever found yourself staring longingly at a table full of scrumptious-looking bath bombs, shower melts, or lotion bars for sale and thought, “Gee, it would be fun to make these at home, but where the heck would I begin?!” Teenage "sisterpreneurs" and creators of Da Bomb Bath Fizzers are here to take the mystery out of bath and body recipes and give you all the tools you need to crown yourself Archbishop of Bathtopia.
Isabel and Caroline will hold your hand every step of the way—and then exfoliate it with some sugar scrub when they're finished! This book will teach you how to create all kinds of delightful, natural, homemade bath treats. Fizzers, scrubs, masks, soaps, bubble bars—Fizz Boom Bath! has you covered.
Have you ever found yourself staring longingly at a table full of scrumptious-looking bath bombs, shower melts, or lotion bars for sale and thought, “Gee, it would be fun to make these at home, but where the heck would I begin?!” Teenage "sisterpreneurs" and creators of Da Bomb Bath Fizzers are here to take the mystery out of bath and body recipes and give you all the tools you need to crown yourself Archbishop of Bathtopia.
Isabel and Caroline will hold your hand every step of the way—and then exfoliate it with some sugar scrub when they're finished! This book will teach you how to create all kinds of delightful, natural, homemade bath treats. Fizzers, scrubs, masks, soaps, bubble bars—Fizz Boom Bath! has you covered.
144 pages, Hardcover
Published August 7, 2018
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August 13, 2018
Confession: I am OBSESSED with bath and skin care products. OBSESSED. I don't wear that much makeup, but anything that is supposed to make my skin glow or enhance my (frequent) bathtime experience - sign me up. I've also actually tried the Bercaw sisters' products, thanks to OwlCrate including one of the bath bombs in a long ago box!
This book is fabulous. The writing is sometimes funny and always informative. All the details are there for the beginning maker, from choosing materials and supplies to specific recipes. There are options, the writers don't insist that you MUST do things a certain way, but leave plenty of opportunity to be creative in your own way. Also, the photos are amazing! Totally want to go get stuff to make my own bath bombs now.
While the first part of the book (after the materials and info section) focuses on bath bombs, with tons of recipes for all different scents and styles, the second part has recipes for many different kinds of body care products. Face masks (be still my heart), toners, steamers, lip balms, scrubs - nearly everything under the sun.
Highly recommend. Now excuse me while I run off to see what I own that can be used for a bath bomb mold...
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
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This book is fabulous. The writing is sometimes funny and always informative. All the details are there for the beginning maker, from choosing materials and supplies to specific recipes. There are options, the writers don't insist that you MUST do things a certain way, but leave plenty of opportunity to be creative in your own way. Also, the photos are amazing! Totally want to go get stuff to make my own bath bombs now.
While the first part of the book (after the materials and info section) focuses on bath bombs, with tons of recipes for all different scents and styles, the second part has recipes for many different kinds of body care products. Face masks (be still my heart), toners, steamers, lip balms, scrubs - nearly everything under the sun.
Highly recommend. Now excuse me while I run off to see what I own that can be used for a bath bomb mold...
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
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June 27, 2018
Wow this book is so bright and colourful and beautifully photographed I could have happily just spent a few hours just staring at the pictures!
I've long wondered how companies make bath bombs and now I do. I loved every page of this. You can really tell that the authors love what they do.
You have the toolkit and what to buy (and it's not complicated), the recipes and even a few hair, beauty and bath soak products thrown in as well and I can't wait to try a few of the recipes out.
(Spoiler alert) Guess what everyone's getting for Christmas!
Free arc from netgalley but I will definitely tracking down my own copy on release date
I've long wondered how companies make bath bombs and now I do. I loved every page of this. You can really tell that the authors love what they do.
You have the toolkit and what to buy (and it's not complicated), the recipes and even a few hair, beauty and bath soak products thrown in as well and I can't wait to try a few of the recipes out.
(Spoiler alert) Guess what everyone's getting for Christmas!
Free arc from netgalley but I will definitely tracking down my own copy on release date
July 19, 2018
A couple of weeks ago I stopped into Lush, a high-end store that sells bath bombs, lotions, jellies, and shampoos. I had heard that they sold shampoo bars which cuts down on plastic waste and I thought I’d check them out. The bars sell for $10.95-$15.95 and last for up to 80 washes. I don’t know how many washes my shampoo bottles last for but I know that I pay a lot less for them! I left the store disappointed and disgruntled.
When I saw the book Fizz Boom Bath, I was really excited because I love taking baths and I wanted to be able to make my own bath bombs without having to pay $7.95-$10.95 per bar!
Isabel and Caroline Bercaw are two savvy entrepreneurs who came up with designs for bath bombs (and more) that don’t use scores of ingredients that the average person can’t pronounce or understand what they are. Their language was straightforward and simple. Anyone with money for ingredients and an arts and crafts soul can complete these recipes. I can’t wait to try some out!
I received a digital Advance Reader Copy of this book from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
When I saw the book Fizz Boom Bath, I was really excited because I love taking baths and I wanted to be able to make my own bath bombs without having to pay $7.95-$10.95 per bar!
Isabel and Caroline Bercaw are two savvy entrepreneurs who came up with designs for bath bombs (and more) that don’t use scores of ingredients that the average person can’t pronounce or understand what they are. Their language was straightforward and simple. Anyone with money for ingredients and an arts and crafts soul can complete these recipes. I can’t wait to try some out!
I received a digital Advance Reader Copy of this book from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
July 13, 2018
Colourful and effervescent as a bath bomb itself, this book fizzes with ideas for making your own bombs, melts and scrubs.
The instructions seem clear and straightforward and yes, that’s the most important thing, but the look – bright, modern pages and gorgeously styled photos – it’s the look I love the most.
Do you have a friend who inhales and exclaims in the vicinity of a Lush store? Get them this book.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.
The instructions seem clear and straightforward and yes, that’s the most important thing, but the look – bright, modern pages and gorgeously styled photos – it’s the look I love the most.
Do you have a friend who inhales and exclaims in the vicinity of a Lush store? Get them this book.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.
June 29, 2018
Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
Fizz Boom Bath! is a new how-to and tutorial guide to all things bath-y, including fizzes, bath bombs, scrubs, melts and more. Written by young sister entrepreneurs Isabel and Caroline Bercaw, it's 144 pages published by Quarto-Rock Point and available in ebook and hardback formats.
I am a huge bath geek. In my opinion, there are -very- few problems that aren't seriously ameliorated by a long soak in a tub (for really BAD problems, add red wine (to a glass, not to the bathtub) and a water-resistant ebook reader. Rinse and repeat. If you buy bath bombs from the boutique stores, it leaves a significant dent in the wine budget, so learning to make your own is a win-win situation.
Additionally, a lot of ready made bath bombs have greasy cheap additives and bulk fillers... along with scary artificial colours and other goop.
This book gives you a fun alternative to ready-made. You get to choose the scents and colours (if any) as well as the size and ingredients. The instructions are simple enough, in theory, and would be a fun project with kids if supervised.
There are dozens of recipes, including all sorts of bombs, fizzers, foams, scrubs etc.. along with lots of suggestions for homemade beauty products including lip balm and creams, soaks, scents, masks and toners/spritzes.
The book is exuberant, well photographed and suitable for all ages (though aimed at teen/tween female audiences).
There's a short but handy resource guide (mostly for North American readers) and a useful index to recipes included in the book.
The world desperately NEEDS more tub time in my humble opinion.
PS Pro-tip: you can turn ebook reader pages with the tip of your nose, nullifying the need to dry your hands on a towel, or put down your wine glass.
5 stars
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
Fizz Boom Bath! is a new how-to and tutorial guide to all things bath-y, including fizzes, bath bombs, scrubs, melts and more. Written by young sister entrepreneurs Isabel and Caroline Bercaw, it's 144 pages published by Quarto-Rock Point and available in ebook and hardback formats.
I am a huge bath geek. In my opinion, there are -very- few problems that aren't seriously ameliorated by a long soak in a tub (for really BAD problems, add red wine (to a glass, not to the bathtub) and a water-resistant ebook reader. Rinse and repeat. If you buy bath bombs from the boutique stores, it leaves a significant dent in the wine budget, so learning to make your own is a win-win situation.
Additionally, a lot of ready made bath bombs have greasy cheap additives and bulk fillers... along with scary artificial colours and other goop.
This book gives you a fun alternative to ready-made. You get to choose the scents and colours (if any) as well as the size and ingredients. The instructions are simple enough, in theory, and would be a fun project with kids if supervised.
There are dozens of recipes, including all sorts of bombs, fizzers, foams, scrubs etc.. along with lots of suggestions for homemade beauty products including lip balm and creams, soaks, scents, masks and toners/spritzes.
The book is exuberant, well photographed and suitable for all ages (though aimed at teen/tween female audiences).
There's a short but handy resource guide (mostly for North American readers) and a useful index to recipes included in the book.
The world desperately NEEDS more tub time in my humble opinion.
PS Pro-tip: you can turn ebook reader pages with the tip of your nose, nullifying the need to dry your hands on a towel, or put down your wine glass.
5 stars
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
August 6, 2018
I truly enjoyed this book! It was very informative. The instructions were very easy to follow. I liked that they had a variety of recipes, from easy to advanced. I made a few with my little girl and we had a blast. Will be using many of these for the holidays, as gifts.
June 27, 2018
Learn how to make your own bath bombs, bath scrubs and more! I just had to read this book! Every time I walk past a certain well-known high street store that specialises in bath bombs I get giddy on the smell that emanates from their shop! I love bath bombs and I love the smells and fizzes that you get from them. I don’t often have a bath – no, I don’t smell, it’s quicker and easier to have a shower! – but when I do I can’t think of anything more relaxing than dropping a bath bomb in and watching it fizz away!! The only problem is they are expensive! So if I could make my own, wouldn’t that be better? This is where this book comes in…..ta-dah! – an easy to use guide on how to do just that. It tells you what you need, it tells you what to do with everything and it gives you detailed instructions and clear colour pictures to use.
There are different shapes, different colours and different smells. Of course, you don’t have to follow their examples, as long as you follow their basic recipes you could add your own colours and fragrances, but if you do follow the book there are so very clever recipes in there, such as colour changing bombs, healing bombs and even ones which will turn the water black!
It’s not all just bombs though, there are also examples of other things to make. Face masks, scrubs, eye treatments, toners, lip scrub, teeth whitener and hair treatments. There are also bath jellies, bath slime and shower scrubs! The possibilities using this book are endless! It’s also not just aimed at women’s fragrances and products, there are plenty of things for men too!
The book does have a list of places where you can gather supplies, but it does look like this list is mainly aimed at the US market. I’m sure though that there are places for us UK shoppers where you can get the things that you need to have a go at this. Written by the two founders of the Da Bomb Bath Fizzers, it’s obviously that this book has been written by experts!!
A fabulous, fun, fizzy book which I imagine with go down well with everyone! Use it on your own, a girly night in or even get the kids making it. I have to admit though, it looks that simple that even I could make one!
There are different shapes, different colours and different smells. Of course, you don’t have to follow their examples, as long as you follow their basic recipes you could add your own colours and fragrances, but if you do follow the book there are so very clever recipes in there, such as colour changing bombs, healing bombs and even ones which will turn the water black!
It’s not all just bombs though, there are also examples of other things to make. Face masks, scrubs, eye treatments, toners, lip scrub, teeth whitener and hair treatments. There are also bath jellies, bath slime and shower scrubs! The possibilities using this book are endless! It’s also not just aimed at women’s fragrances and products, there are plenty of things for men too!
The book does have a list of places where you can gather supplies, but it does look like this list is mainly aimed at the US market. I’m sure though that there are places for us UK shoppers where you can get the things that you need to have a go at this. Written by the two founders of the Da Bomb Bath Fizzers, it’s obviously that this book has been written by experts!!
A fabulous, fun, fizzy book which I imagine with go down well with everyone! Use it on your own, a girly night in or even get the kids making it. I have to admit though, it looks that simple that even I could make one!
July 27, 2018
I LOVED this book! It was cute and fun, and had a ton of personality. I also loved the pictures which were bright and vibrant. I can’t wait to have a ton of fun making these. I came for the bath bombs and stayed for ALL THE BEAUTY RECIPIES
June 30, 2018
Have you ever wanted to make your own bath bombs? It is not as difficult as it may seem. This book offers you a detailed guide into ingredients as well as easy to follow (and tweak) recipes to get you started.
What I especially liked about the first part of the book were the many different bath bomb shapes. The authors did not stick to the traditional large round ball of material but experimented with different molds, my favourite is the geodode bath bomb.
The second part of the book offers recipes for other beauty products for face, hair and lips. There are recipes for facial and hair masks, scrubs, toners, lip balm and so much more.
The next section is about bath soaks, so non-fizzy bath ingredients to pamper yourself. Followed by a section with products for hands and feet, and anything else.
What I especially liked about the first part of the book were the many different bath bomb shapes. The authors did not stick to the traditional large round ball of material but experimented with different molds, my favourite is the geodode bath bomb.
The second part of the book offers recipes for other beauty products for face, hair and lips. There are recipes for facial and hair masks, scrubs, toners, lip balm and so much more.
The next section is about bath soaks, so non-fizzy bath ingredients to pamper yourself. Followed by a section with products for hands and feet, and anything else.
August 7, 2018
Fizz Boom Bath! is an adorable book written by two young sisters, the creators and founders of Da Bomb Fizzers bath bomb company. The book opens with the story of their success – they started making the bath bombs in 2011, when they were 10 and 11 years old, and selling them at craft fairs. By the time they graduated high school the whole family was participating in the business (both parents quit their day jobs! They are now the CEO and CFO of the company) and they had contracts with Ulta, Hot Topic, and Target as well as a thriving online shop. And now a book!
After the introduction, they don’t waste any time getting right to the point. A short explanation of the ingredients needed (including a resource list of where to buy things like citric acid online, in case you can’t find it locally) is followed by dozens of recipes for bath bombs. They use fragrance oils but do mention that essential oils can be used instead. I’m not sure where you’d get banana or grape essential oils (they are big on fruit flavors, it seems!) but you could certainly use EOs for some of the other scents. The bath bomb recipes are divided into sections such as ‘Fruity,’ ‘Nutty & Spicy,’ and ‘Floral,’ but really all are variations on the same recipe. They do give instructions on how to make multicolored bombs and how to paint with eco glitter for different aesthetics, but the base recipe appears to be the same across all of the bath bombs.
Originally posted by 4naldelrey
About half the book is dedicated to the bath bombs – they are the foundation of their success, after all– but to be honest, my favorite part was in the second half of the book where they give recipes for face masks, lip scrubs, and hair products. Perhaps it’s my love of instant gratification, or simply that the ingredient lists are shorter and made up predominantly of things I keep in my kitchen (avocado, strawberries, yogurt, even Emergen-C vitamin supplement!), but I got pretty excited about this section. Some of the recipes are uber-simple such as the recipe for rose water (literally just rose petals and water) but others, such as the Curly Q Conditioning Spray, containing water, witch hazel, fractionated coconut oil, and vitamin E oil as well as fragrance (they suggest coconut but I imagine you could use anything!), are less obvious and a bit more intriguing to me personally. There’s even a bug repellent bar that uses lemon and eucalyptus EO in addition to fresh thyme and lemon zest and has the added benefit of moisturizing your skin while deterring the bugs!
Originally posted by ucresearch
I do have a few small critiques of the book, like the fact that they mention how customizable the bath bombs can be but then go on to change only the color and scent in the recipes they give. They mention using things like kaolin clay, different kinds of butters (shea, cocoa, etc), but they really stick to one basic recipe throughout. This is fine in itself – there’s nothing wrong with sticking with what works – but they don’t even change the language from one recipe to another so it seems repetitive to the point that maybe they didn’t need to list the whole recipe every time. They could have put the base recipe and then just followed up with ideas for color and scent combinations. On the other hand, most people probably don’t read a book like this cover to cover like I just did – the average reader will probably pick the recipe they want to make and focus on just that– so maybe it’s not really a problem. Further, writing the whole recipe out every time means more pages which translates to more room for pictures. I love this, because they feature perfect spheres as well as novelty shapes like hearts, stars, and even skulls – but these are also intermingled with simpler shapes like cubes that could be cut out of a cake pan, or cylinders that look like maybe they were made in a sippy cup (or at least, they could have been). This makes it all feel more accessible, and a reminder that aesthetic is only one part of the process. The only other critique I have is that there are names like “Tiki Time” and “Witch Doctor,” which rub me the wrong way, and an over-emphasis on gendered scents and colors which is really unnecessary.
Overall, I thought this was an impressive book to come from such young authors, but after reading the story of how they built their company it’s hardly surprising. Ironically, I probably wouldn’t buy it for the bath bomb recipes (though I do plan to try their basic formula, with my own scent combos) but I might consider it for the other body care potions and tips. For now, I’ll leave you with their recipe for a bath milk, which is something I’ve wanted to try for ages anyway. If you want to know how to make a bath bomb… well, you’ll have to get the book. ;) It was officially released today, August 7, so you should be able to find it online or ask for it at your local bookstore.
Bottom line, 4/5 stars. Might not buy for myself, but would probably get as a gift for a friend! Many of my critiques are personal style/taste rather than objective criticisms.
Milky Way Bath Milk from Fizz Boom Bath! page 103
5 drops fragrance (your choice)
½ tsp vanilla extract
10 drops Vitamin E oil
¾ c powdered whole milk
¼ c baking soda
If using right away, add each element to the tub under warm running water. If you’re making it ahead of time, mix well and store in an airtight container.
Makes enough for 1 bath.
After the introduction, they don’t waste any time getting right to the point. A short explanation of the ingredients needed (including a resource list of where to buy things like citric acid online, in case you can’t find it locally) is followed by dozens of recipes for bath bombs. They use fragrance oils but do mention that essential oils can be used instead. I’m not sure where you’d get banana or grape essential oils (they are big on fruit flavors, it seems!) but you could certainly use EOs for some of the other scents. The bath bomb recipes are divided into sections such as ‘Fruity,’ ‘Nutty & Spicy,’ and ‘Floral,’ but really all are variations on the same recipe. They do give instructions on how to make multicolored bombs and how to paint with eco glitter for different aesthetics, but the base recipe appears to be the same across all of the bath bombs.
Originally posted by 4naldelrey
About half the book is dedicated to the bath bombs – they are the foundation of their success, after all– but to be honest, my favorite part was in the second half of the book where they give recipes for face masks, lip scrubs, and hair products. Perhaps it’s my love of instant gratification, or simply that the ingredient lists are shorter and made up predominantly of things I keep in my kitchen (avocado, strawberries, yogurt, even Emergen-C vitamin supplement!), but I got pretty excited about this section. Some of the recipes are uber-simple such as the recipe for rose water (literally just rose petals and water) but others, such as the Curly Q Conditioning Spray, containing water, witch hazel, fractionated coconut oil, and vitamin E oil as well as fragrance (they suggest coconut but I imagine you could use anything!), are less obvious and a bit more intriguing to me personally. There’s even a bug repellent bar that uses lemon and eucalyptus EO in addition to fresh thyme and lemon zest and has the added benefit of moisturizing your skin while deterring the bugs!
Originally posted by ucresearch
I do have a few small critiques of the book, like the fact that they mention how customizable the bath bombs can be but then go on to change only the color and scent in the recipes they give. They mention using things like kaolin clay, different kinds of butters (shea, cocoa, etc), but they really stick to one basic recipe throughout. This is fine in itself – there’s nothing wrong with sticking with what works – but they don’t even change the language from one recipe to another so it seems repetitive to the point that maybe they didn’t need to list the whole recipe every time. They could have put the base recipe and then just followed up with ideas for color and scent combinations. On the other hand, most people probably don’t read a book like this cover to cover like I just did – the average reader will probably pick the recipe they want to make and focus on just that– so maybe it’s not really a problem. Further, writing the whole recipe out every time means more pages which translates to more room for pictures. I love this, because they feature perfect spheres as well as novelty shapes like hearts, stars, and even skulls – but these are also intermingled with simpler shapes like cubes that could be cut out of a cake pan, or cylinders that look like maybe they were made in a sippy cup (or at least, they could have been). This makes it all feel more accessible, and a reminder that aesthetic is only one part of the process. The only other critique I have is that there are names like “Tiki Time” and “Witch Doctor,” which rub me the wrong way, and an over-emphasis on gendered scents and colors which is really unnecessary.
Overall, I thought this was an impressive book to come from such young authors, but after reading the story of how they built their company it’s hardly surprising. Ironically, I probably wouldn’t buy it for the bath bomb recipes (though I do plan to try their basic formula, with my own scent combos) but I might consider it for the other body care potions and tips. For now, I’ll leave you with their recipe for a bath milk, which is something I’ve wanted to try for ages anyway. If you want to know how to make a bath bomb… well, you’ll have to get the book. ;) It was officially released today, August 7, so you should be able to find it online or ask for it at your local bookstore.
Bottom line, 4/5 stars. Might not buy for myself, but would probably get as a gift for a friend! Many of my critiques are personal style/taste rather than objective criticisms.
Milky Way Bath Milk from Fizz Boom Bath! page 103
5 drops fragrance (your choice)
½ tsp vanilla extract
10 drops Vitamin E oil
¾ c powdered whole milk
¼ c baking soda
If using right away, add each element to the tub under warm running water. If you’re making it ahead of time, mix well and store in an airtight container.
Makes enough for 1 bath.
July 16, 2019
FIZZ BOOM BATH! by founders of Da Bomb offers a fun step-by-step guide for creating a relaxing spa experience at home. Uses at-home organic ingredients without the high-end expense.
Thanks to the author, Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.
#FizzBoomBath! #NetGalley
Thanks to the author, Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.
#FizzBoomBath! #NetGalley
July 27, 2018
I was SO happy when I found out I was going to get to review this book!
Da Bomb bath fizzers have been on the scene for a few years, and my husband and I both love to try them.
They're available at Target but, honestly, they're a little pricey.
That's why I am excited to get to try making my own bath bombs! I've followed a few recipes I've found online and none of them seemed to be quite perfect. Either the supplies were too obscure or the end result wasn't what we were going for.
The Bercaw sisters have written up simple yet beautiful recipes for many of the bombs in their line.
I can't wait to try a few that look particularly amazing. I'm thinking Tiki Time, Bronze Goddess, Geode Bomb, and Waffle Bomb are at the top of my list.
Also, there is an entire section for aromatherapy bombs which excites me even more. I've got a few favorite essential oils I would LOVE to put into some bath fizzers.
I am giving Fizz Boom Bath!: Learn How to Make Your Own Bath Bombs, Body Scrubs, and More! a total of 4 out of 5 stars.
Let me explain.
The bath bomb recipes look...bomb.
The directions are conversational and clear.
The pictures are gorgeous.
But, there are two major downfalls for me.
First, the section on "other bath and body products" seems a little out of place. I used to make lip balm as a young girl, and my recipe was similar to the one listed. Long story short, it was gross. So I will not be trying that.
Second, there are no pictures of the steps to make the bath bombs. I like to see the action. Visuals are important in DIY manuals like this, and the Bercaws seem to have missed that mark.
The photography (done by ) is beautiful and showcases each bomb's unique colors and qualities, but there is not photography to show the reader what their projects should look like along the way.
Anyway, if DIYing your own bath fizzers tickles your fancy, hopefully you'll get on over to your nearest bookseller (or head over to Amazon) to get your own copy on August 7th!
Thanks for reading! Originally posted on aubreysalyers.com
Da Bomb bath fizzers have been on the scene for a few years, and my husband and I both love to try them.
They're available at Target but, honestly, they're a little pricey.
That's why I am excited to get to try making my own bath bombs! I've followed a few recipes I've found online and none of them seemed to be quite perfect. Either the supplies were too obscure or the end result wasn't what we were going for.
The Bercaw sisters have written up simple yet beautiful recipes for many of the bombs in their line.
I can't wait to try a few that look particularly amazing. I'm thinking Tiki Time, Bronze Goddess, Geode Bomb, and Waffle Bomb are at the top of my list.
Also, there is an entire section for aromatherapy bombs which excites me even more. I've got a few favorite essential oils I would LOVE to put into some bath fizzers.
I am giving Fizz Boom Bath!: Learn How to Make Your Own Bath Bombs, Body Scrubs, and More! a total of 4 out of 5 stars.
Let me explain.
The bath bomb recipes look...bomb.
The directions are conversational and clear.
The pictures are gorgeous.
But, there are two major downfalls for me.
First, the section on "other bath and body products" seems a little out of place. I used to make lip balm as a young girl, and my recipe was similar to the one listed. Long story short, it was gross. So I will not be trying that.
Second, there are no pictures of the steps to make the bath bombs. I like to see the action. Visuals are important in DIY manuals like this, and the Bercaws seem to have missed that mark.
The photography (done by ) is beautiful and showcases each bomb's unique colors and qualities, but there is not photography to show the reader what their projects should look like along the way.
Anyway, if DIYing your own bath fizzers tickles your fancy, hopefully you'll get on over to your nearest bookseller (or head over to Amazon) to get your own copy on August 7th!
Thanks for reading! Originally posted on aubreysalyers.com
July 20, 2018
This is a delightful book on how to make your own bath bombs at home, along with a few extra beauty items such as foot & body scrubs, bath & body oils and hand creams.
The book is split into three main sections, starting with an introduction which explains the ingredients and equipment required to get going. The ingredients used you may have around the house (sugar, coconut oil) other you may need to purchase (fragrance oils, colours). Equipment wise, you can use household bowls (though you probably want separate ones from your cooking ones) and you'll need to get the moulds, which come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Each bath bomb recipe provides enough to make around 3-4 and come with all the ingredients required in both metric and imperial measurements. The step by step guide explains how to make the bath bombs and how long you'll have to wait until you can fizz up your bath. There are a variety of different bath bombs to try: fruit, nutty & spicy, floral and aromatherapy.
The second part of the book explains how to make other beauty products for the face, lips & hair, soaks & melts and hands, feet & everything else. These allow for 1-2 scrubs or applications or a single hair treatment, though the lip balms make quite a few small containers worth, so you might be able to share it with your friends.
There is lots of colour photography of the finished products, equipment and ingredients, but there was no pictures of each stage of the mixing or assembling which was a little disappointing. There is a list of resources at the end of the book, but most are American suppliers.
I received this book from netgalley in return for a honest review.
The book is split into three main sections, starting with an introduction which explains the ingredients and equipment required to get going. The ingredients used you may have around the house (sugar, coconut oil) other you may need to purchase (fragrance oils, colours). Equipment wise, you can use household bowls (though you probably want separate ones from your cooking ones) and you'll need to get the moulds, which come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Each bath bomb recipe provides enough to make around 3-4 and come with all the ingredients required in both metric and imperial measurements. The step by step guide explains how to make the bath bombs and how long you'll have to wait until you can fizz up your bath. There are a variety of different bath bombs to try: fruit, nutty & spicy, floral and aromatherapy.
The second part of the book explains how to make other beauty products for the face, lips & hair, soaks & melts and hands, feet & everything else. These allow for 1-2 scrubs or applications or a single hair treatment, though the lip balms make quite a few small containers worth, so you might be able to share it with your friends.
There is lots of colour photography of the finished products, equipment and ingredients, but there was no pictures of each stage of the mixing or assembling which was a little disappointing. There is a list of resources at the end of the book, but most are American suppliers.
I received this book from netgalley in return for a honest review.
June 28, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. I am crafty and I love to make my own things! Fizz Boom Bath! is colorful with easy to follow instructions. I truly feel prepared to make my own bath bombs and other beauty products just from reading this. I also loved that recommendations on where to buy certain products are included; where to get things is always a big question. Full of vivid photos and easy instructions, Fizz Boom Bath! should be on any crafter's to-do list!
I received an ARC through NetGalley; all opinions are my own.
I received an ARC through NetGalley; all opinions are my own.
June 29, 2018
This beautiful book is amazing!
I have always been curious about how to make bath bombs since they are so beautiful but super pricey in stores! They make fantastic gifts and smell amazing! This book lays out all the details of how to make the bath bombs with ingredient lists, directions, beautiful pictures and more I am so excited to make some and plan to make them as gifts for my neighbors around Christmas time! Definitely a great buy if you enjoy making gifts for others or would like to make them to enjoy yourself!
I received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I have always been curious about how to make bath bombs since they are so beautiful but super pricey in stores! They make fantastic gifts and smell amazing! This book lays out all the details of how to make the bath bombs with ingredient lists, directions, beautiful pictures and more I am so excited to make some and plan to make them as gifts for my neighbors around Christmas time! Definitely a great buy if you enjoy making gifts for others or would like to make them to enjoy yourself!
I received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
August 7, 2018
Do you like DIY books? Are you wondering, why do I spend so much on bath products? Although you might have to spend a bit to get the ingredients for these products, once you have them they’ll last for a long time.
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August 12, 2018
I received an Advanced Reader Copy from Rock Point for my unbiased opinion of the book. What a great crafty book! I loved the backstory of how these sisters became sisterpreneurs. I made strawberry supernova, doctor sweet lips scrub cold, and clobberer shower melt. I loved them all! I now know what everyone is getting for Christmas! I will also be giving this book for gifts in the upcoming months to several of my friends who are crafty like me!
August 14, 2018
For someone who has never made bath bombs before, this book was a great place to start. The direction were straightforward and simple to understand with great pictures to accompany them. There are multiple resources for the reader beyond just the instructions. It should also be noted that the recipes all for creativity and customization of the reader to truly make their own.
I highly recommend this book for everything wanting to get started on making their own!
I highly recommend this book for everything wanting to get started on making their own!
July 7, 2018
As soon as I finished reading the five pages of introduction, I searched their official website, and I started to think back what I was doing for fun when I was 10 or 11......I'm 19 now. They have already owned a company. WHAT AM I DOING? Their story is so inspiring! Turning their hobby into a company ---- what job can be better than that?
Aside from the inspiring story, LOVE the pictures, love the page design, and the cover is as adorable as their colorful bombs. The recipes are really, super easy. and I'm ready to get some ingredients and make my bathtime fun and enjoyable =)
Aside from the inspiring story, LOVE the pictures, love the page design, and the cover is as adorable as their colorful bombs. The recipes are really, super easy. and I'm ready to get some ingredients and make my bathtime fun and enjoyable =)
July 7, 2018
First of all....I am amazed at Isabel and Caroline's story. They are truly creative and inspiring girls! Their parents must be so proud. This book is pretty great! So colorful...so fun...so easy to use. I love the themes and names of their bath bombs. I love that it's a family affair, even their little brother has named and created some of the bath bombs. But this book goes beyond bath bombs. Their are shower fizzes for people like me that don't really do baths. There are plenty of other homemade products aimed at pampering oneself. Really well done girls!
August 7, 2018
This is a beautifully illustrated book, with fun recipes that are easy to make.
Detailed description of each process and great aesthetic photos.
This book serves as a perfect gift idea for handmade items.
Detailed description of each process and great aesthetic photos.
This book serves as a perfect gift idea for handmade items.
October 18, 2018
My View:
This book is a delight for all the senses I love the intense rich palette of the images in this book – there is something delicious and inviting in the designs, the finished products here are art in themselves.
If you are into making bath bombs, body scrubs and other bath and beauty products then this book is for you. If you just want to appreciate this beautifully designed and photographed book, buy it, it would make a great coffee table or Christmas gift purchase.
I’ll share a few recipes with you soon and if you make them please let me know how they turned out.
This book is a delight for all the senses I love the intense rich palette of the images in this book – there is something delicious and inviting in the designs, the finished products here are art in themselves.
If you are into making bath bombs, body scrubs and other bath and beauty products then this book is for you. If you just want to appreciate this beautifully designed and photographed book, buy it, it would make a great coffee table or Christmas gift purchase.
I’ll share a few recipes with you soon and if you make them please let me know how they turned out.
January 11, 2019
This was a fun book. Great recipes. I thought this would be a great book for use with grandkids, for Library programming even birthday parties!
So many good recipes I look forward to making some of these with my granddaughter!
4 Stars
So many good recipes I look forward to making some of these with my granddaughter!
4 Stars
July 24, 2018
The bath bombs are the perfect gifts. I've made several of these and enjoyed them! Super easy recipes and perfect results every time.
Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.
Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.
December 30, 2018
4.5 stars
Great photos, a lot of fun, and so creative. It is well done and gives you plenty of useful advice and projects that range from super simple to complex. I love the focus on more natural, safe ingredients and all the personal bits of their story that are included.
Great photos, a lot of fun, and so creative. It is well done and gives you plenty of useful advice and projects that range from super simple to complex. I love the focus on more natural, safe ingredients and all the personal bits of their story that are included.
September 26, 2018
*Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review*
I loved this!
I've always wanted to make my own bath bombs even though I don't have a bath anymore*insert sad face*. I couldn't try doing the bath bomb recipes because of that, but the instructions were clear . However, I did try the ones about body scrubs and face masks and they were fantastic!! But not only that, the presentation and photography were fantastic and made me enjoy, even more, the book! :D.
I loved this!
I've always wanted to make my own bath bombs even though I don't have a bath anymore*insert sad face*. I couldn't try doing the bath bomb recipes because of that, but the instructions were clear . However, I did try the ones about body scrubs and face masks and they were fantastic!! But not only that, the presentation and photography were fantastic and made me enjoy, even more, the book! :D.
December 2, 2018
Read this on a whim - glad I did! Lots of bath bombs and health and beauty recipes with simple and natural ingredients. Additionally, most of the products look pretty easy to make. I would definitely like to give making some of these, especially the skin care recipes, a go.
Also, I can't help but cheer these two young sisters on in their homegrown business! Quite a neat story.
Also, I can't help but cheer these two young sisters on in their homegrown business! Quite a neat story.
September 8, 2019
Yes, bath bombs are a hot item these days and almost everyone is trying to make their own! I learned some valuable lessons while following along to create my own special bath bombs!
Great as gifts or simply for yourself!
Great as gifts or simply for yourself!
July 27, 2018
This was an interesting and fun read. The book includes how the sisters started at 12 with just an idea to have fun and make bath bombs that didn’t require another shower after you got out of the tub. And while the recipes are fantastic, well laid out, and fun, I enjoyed their story so much more. This is a great read for a youngster and adult alike. Plus fun with science when you are don reading.
August 4, 2018
This book is AWESOME!! I loved everything about it!
The author prefaces the book by telling how she and her sister, Caroline, (10 & 12 years old) began experimenting with making their own bath bombs in 2012. They got so engrossed in it, that they began making several types/fragrances and selling them at local craft fairs, expanding their products to include scrubs, facial and foot masks, and hair treatments. Soon local retailers were placing orders, and they had eight employees working out of their house. In 2015, their parents both quit their jobs to work full-time on this enterprise. What a great story!!
The book is a joy to read - colorful, fun, great photography, and incredibly informative. If you are interested in anything "bathology" you will learn all you need to know within these pages. You'll learn what materials you need, where to find them and there are lots of easy to follow recipes with pictures of each.
VERY WELL DONE!! You go, girls!!
Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing - Rock Point for allowing me to read an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.
The author prefaces the book by telling how she and her sister, Caroline, (10 & 12 years old) began experimenting with making their own bath bombs in 2012. They got so engrossed in it, that they began making several types/fragrances and selling them at local craft fairs, expanding their products to include scrubs, facial and foot masks, and hair treatments. Soon local retailers were placing orders, and they had eight employees working out of their house. In 2015, their parents both quit their jobs to work full-time on this enterprise. What a great story!!
The book is a joy to read - colorful, fun, great photography, and incredibly informative. If you are interested in anything "bathology" you will learn all you need to know within these pages. You'll learn what materials you need, where to find them and there are lots of easy to follow recipes with pictures of each.
VERY WELL DONE!! You go, girls!!
Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing - Rock Point for allowing me to read an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.
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