Herb & Essential Oil Bath Salts

The materials for this project include Epsom salts, which have long been used to soothe achy joints and sore muscles. Layered with herbs like lavender, known for relaxation, calendula, and rose petals to soften skin, this “salon in a jar,” is as wonderful to look at, as it is to use in the tub. Learn how to make your own bath salts here.

When it comes to relaxation, few things can compare to the experience of soaking in a hot bath with homemade bath salts. Taking a luxurious bath with homemade bath salts can be a great way to relax after a long day and give yourself some much needed self care. Here are just some of the benefits of taking a hot bath with bath salts:

1. Improved Circulation: Soaking in a hot bath with bath salts helps to promote improved circulation throughout the body. The heat helps to open up the blood vessels, allowing blood and oxygen to move more freely throughout the body. This improved circulation helps to reduce inflammation, improve energy levels, and reduce muscle soreness.

2. Stress Relief: Taking a hot bath with bath salts is a great way to reduce stress and relax. The heat and salts help to relax the muscles and reduce tension, while the soothing aroma of the salts can help to calm the mind. This can be especially helpful in reducing stress levels and improving sleep quality.

3. Improved Skin Health: Bath salts are great for improving skin health. The minerals and nutrients present in the salts help to draw out impurities and toxins from the skin, while the warm water helps to open up the pores, allowing for a deeper cleansing. This can help to improve skin tone, reduce breakouts, and give skin a healthy, glowing look.

4. Detoxification: Soaking in a hot bath with bath salts is a great way to detoxify the body. The heat helps to improve circulation and flush out toxins, while the salts help to draw out impurities and heavy metals from the body. This can help to reduce inflammation, improve energy levels, and boost overall health.

Overall, taking a hot bath with homemade bath salts can be a great way to relax after a long day and give yourself some much needed self care. From improved circulation to stress relief and improved skin health, the benefits of bathing with bath salts are numerous. So why not give it a try and see what a luxurious soak in a hot bath with homemade bath salts can do for you?

There’s always one cheeky elf who pushes things a little too far—and this time? He’s covered in Grinch Gunk! This fun, fizzy Grinch Gunk Bath Slime is a gooey, giggle-worthy bath treat that looks mischievous but is totally skin-safe. It’s squishy, jiggly, and dissolves into the bath for a silly Christmas soak your kids won’t forget.

Whether you’re staging your Elf on the Shelf’s latest misadventure or putting together a “Grinch Spa Kit” for holiday gifting, this bath-safe slime is part sensory play, part bath magic.

Why You’ll Love This Grinchy Goo

Safe and fun for kids
No harsh ingredients—just skin-loving gentle goo
Doubles as sensory play before bath time
Can be poured into the bath like a bath gel
Perfect for Elf on the Shelf setups or DIY stocking stuffers
Customisable with scent, shimmer, and fun containers

Ingredients – Guar Gum Gel Version (Skin-Safe, Natural)

Makes about 1 cup of Grinch Gunk

1 cup warm distilled water
1 tsp guar gum powder (natural thickener)
1 tbsp glycerin or aloe vera gel (skin soothing + slip)
5–10 drops peppermint essential oil (or vanilla-mint blend)
Green mica powder or food-safe soap colorant
1 tsp baking soda (optional, helps soothe skin)
Small jar or squishy tub container

Optional:

A pinch of eco-safe glitter
Mini plastic Grinch or Elf toy
Printable “Help! The Grinch Got Me!” tag

Melt-and-Pour Version (For Squishy Soap-Like Texture)

½ cup clear melt-and-pour soap base, chopped
1 tbsp vegetable glycerin
Green soap colorant or mica
5 drops peppermint essential oil
Heat-safe jar or silicone mold

How to Make – Guar Gum Version

In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and glycerin.
Slowly sprinkle in the guar gum powder, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
Add baking soda, essential oils, and green mica. Whisk again until smooth and gooey.
Add glitter or shimmer if using. Pour into small jars.
Let sit uncovered for 10–15 minutes before sealing.

How to Make – Melt & Pour Version

Gently melt soap base in microwave or double boiler until fully liquid.
Stir in glycerin, mica, and essential oils.
Pour into jar or mold and allow to cool and firm up. The result: a jiggly, jello-like slab of bath slime!

How to Use Grinch Bath Slime

Scoop a tablespoon or two into the tub as the water runs
Rub between hands for silly slime play before rinsing
Watch it dissolve into a silky, minty soak
Store leftovers sealed, out of sunlight, for 1–2 weeks (guar gum version)

Note: As with all kids’ bath products, adult supervision is recommended. Avoid eyes and mouth.

Elf on the Shelf Setup

Here’s how to make your elf’s Grinch-y mischief come to life:

Place your Elf in a clear jar of green slime
Add a sign that says:
“HELP! The Grinch Got Me!”
Scatter a few green drops or slime trails around the counter
Leave behind a note that says:
“I tried to sneak a treat, but the Grinch left me stuck in goo! Scoop some into your bath—if you dare!”

Gifting Tips

Grinch Gunk makes an adorable DIY gift for:

Christmas Eve boxes
Classmate gifts
Stocking stuffers
Holiday bath kits
Grinch movie night party favours

Packaging ideas:

Green slime in mini jam jars
Labelled with: “Grinch Gunk – For When You’ve Been a Little Naughty”
Tie with black ribbon or pipe cleaner “antlers”
Pair with a mini candy cane or elf sticker

This Grinch Gunk Bath Slime brings just the right amount of holiday chaos to bath time. It’s festive, fun, and full of sensory magic—and the perfect way to turn a simple soak into a giggly, sparkly memory.

Have you read?