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Transform a simple bath into an experience that will nourish your mind and body.

There’s something so relaxing about taking a nice soak after a long week. If you’re like us and are looking for a way to elevate your tub time, finding the best bath bombs will certainly do the trick.

These effervescent orbs force you to slow down, decompress, and finally take a meditative moment to be completely still. There’s nothing more satisfying than slipping the little block or sphere out of its package and into the tub, watching the fizzing (usual) combination of citric acid, baking soda, essential oils, and moisturizers colorfully feather out into the water.

We all deserve to emerge from a bath smooth and relaxed, so if you’re worried about the cost, here are a few considerations: Think of them as a special treat rather than an everyday item, find one that’s comfortably in your price range, and remember you can always split the bomb in half (and add more if half doesn’t do the trick). We’re sharing an array of bombs, too. From derm-approved brands like Dr. Teal’s to cult-favorite brands like LUSH and OUIA, there’s something here for everyone. There’s even a gift set that has over 36,000 positive reviews on Amazon!

They are the perfect, palm-sized capsules of luxury to detox with, and we found the best bath bomb gift sets, year-round options, and even soothing bombs for the kids to get in on the fun, too. Explore these tub toppers and treat yourself (or your loved ones—they make great stocking stuffers) to some relaxing, bubbling, me time.

What began as a little online store has since flourished into one of the most exciting new bath bomb companies on the market, with this gift set ranking #1 on Amazon. Their bombs are made with 100% natural ingredients, are cruelty-free and handmade. What sets this gift box apart from others is that it has something for everyone. At $2.23 a bomb, you get a great deal on an expansive range of scents, each of which will soften the bathwater and your skin. 

Despite its name, no expletives will be released when the fizzer is dropped into your tub. The brand's simple formula is free of any unnecessary harsh ingredients (which makes it good for sensitive skin) and no staining of your tub, too. A hidden message is revealed once the fizzer dissolves—how fun!

Soak your skin in almond, jojoba, and sunflower oils for the ultimate moisturizing experience. Dr. Teal’s offers another well-priced “made in the USA” option for those looking to use bath bombs on a more regular basis ($1.20 a bomb). Lavender is shown to improve sleep and mental relaxation, and the additional Epsom salts help to ease muscle soreness. With this magical combination of scents and moisturizers, you can decompress after an entire week of work for next to nothing.

As the bathwater breaks down this pretty pink fizzer, a small soap rose shakes loose and floats around your tub. The XXX name can be attributed to the slightly more sophisticated smell of three aphrodisiacs: jasmine, ylang-ylang, and clary sage oils. Soy flour will soften your whole body, whether or not you’re in a bath for two. LUSH is a Canadian company that’s been around for years and prides itself on cruelty-free products and zero-waste packaging so that you can feel good about your purchase. 

Frida Baby may have a baby on the cover (and in the name), but honestly, these bombs could be for anyone with a stuffy nose. The three-pack is great to keep around the house for sick day comfort, and parents swear by it, as one Amazon reviewer wrote, “I will never not have these on hand again!” The eucalyptus and lavender essential oils create a vapor that will clear sinuses and calm the body. Plus, the smell is subtle enough for the most finicky child. 

We love this bomb for the perfect dual-action power of lavender and full-spectrum CBD. With fewer ingredients than some other bombs, it requires less tub cleanup and is easy to split in half for two uses. Even a 20-minute soak will leave you feeling less stressed and ease joint or muscle pain. If you want to take your at-home spa experience even further, check out their complete Decompression Set, which includes the lavender bomb and has over a week’s worth of relaxation goodies. 

Snooze Bomb smells as pretty as it looks and can even make night owls a bit drowsy. Sink into violet waters as the smooth and sensuous scent of finely ground hibiscus fills your bathroom. The mix of bergamot, jojoba, and patchouli oils relaxes your mind, while salts and cocoa butter soften your skin. The subtle scents of the oils remain on your body for hours after use and continue to work their calming magic after you’ve tucked into bed.

If you’re trying to get a bit ~fancy~ with your bathing experience, you definitely want to check out these Chill Pills. Ouai has a cult following with their high-quality hair products, so the popularity of these little pills (yes, they are actually pill-shaped) is no surprise. “The smell is absolutely intoxicating,” says one reviewer of the relaxing jasmine and rose scents. These pills are packed with jojoba, safflower, and hemp seed oils to keep skin silky and hydrated. Pro tip since these are on the pricier side–the pill divot conveniently snaps cleanly in half to help you double your purchase.  

These little guys are slightly different from most of our other choices, hence bath “drop” rather than “bomb.” Unlike most other products, these drops don’t contain citric acid or sodium bicarbonate and therefore don’t fizz in the same way. Instead, a red seaweed-based bead containing a plethora of all-natural oils dissolves in your bathwater. The grape seed, lemon peel, and jojoba oils (to name just a few), along with Fur’s signature Fur Oil, disperse and offer a nourishing spa experience for the most sensitive skin types.

One of Lush’s overall best-selling items, The Comforter proves that bubble baths are not just for kids. We picked this as our favorite bubble bar because it simply works really well. Think of the kinds of bubbles you’ve seen in movies but can never quite achieve at home: big, billowing, full-bodied bubbles that rise all around you. So, sink into a cloud of skin-softening, sweet-smelling bubbles and steam off a long day.