The Best Bath Bombs for Ultimate Relaxation and Bliss (2024)

Bath bombs are popping up on gift guides everywhere. And it's easy to see why. They're a way to make that elusive soak even more nourishing for both the mind and body, while hydrating dry skin.

But what about... down there? Are bath bombs safe to use? It depends on what type and how sensitive your skin is, says Gretchen Frieling, a board-certified dermatopathologist in Boston. "In order to get bath bombs to be so fragrant and colorful, ingredients are added that may cause itchiness or redness," she says. And "they can contain chemicals that disrupt the pH balance in the vagina, making a woman more susceptible to infection," she adds.

The good news: You don't have to avoid bath bombs altogether—even if you have sensitive skin. Before soaking in a luxurious bubble bath, check the ingredients label to make sure your bath bomb is free from irritants, says Frieling. Steer clear of things like fragrances, phthalates, artificial dye, talc, parabens, and glitter. As an extra precaution (or, if you're doing it for the 'gram and can't resist the colors), you can also rub the bath bomb on the inner part of your arm (near the crook of your elbow), then wait 48 hours to test for an allergic reaction, she says.

To make your search easier, we've gone ahead and rounded up some of the best bath bombs for your skin and for relaxation. Get ready to find some much-deserved zen.

You've probably heard of these bath bombs before. LUSH manufactures countless different styles of fizzers right here in the U.S. They come in all different shapes, sizes, and scents, so it's easy to find something just right for you. This one creates a revitalizing bath with rosewood, bergamot, and ylang ylang oil.

These vegan and cruelty-free bath bombs do so much more thaninfuse bath water with fragrant and hydratingoils. Each one containsaring valued between $15 and $5,000.A little gimmicky? Yes, but totally worth it for the lucky ones.

Though not for everyday use, this bath bomb is a savior when kids are all stuffed up. All natural eucalyptus and lavender essential oils create safe, soothing vapors that help open airways and provide relief when your little ones need it most.

This hand-painted pink flamingo bath bomb is so pretty that it's almost a crime to let itdissolve. But any regret will fly out the windowas soon as you stick your toe in afoamy bubblebath with a fresh pink grapefruit scent.

Up your bath game with this fizzy bath bomb formulated with25 mg of broad-spectrum hemp extract that helps calm and soothe skin tonewhile thenaturally occurring CBD aids in relaxation.Your skin will thank you.

This bath bomb contains seven ingredients—none of which are onFrieling's list of potential irritants. Justfill the tub with warm water, drop in the bath fizz, and let nourishingaloe powder, vitamin E, coconut oil, avocado oil, and jojoba seed oil work their magic to moisturize dry skin.

This rainbow-colored bath bomb reveals a fun surprise once it's finished fizzing, but what reviewers really love is the fact that, although it's formulated with just five ingredients,it leaves your bath water full ofskin-soothing ingredients and oils.

Despite the fun colors, reviewers say these bath bombs won't leave your tub (or your skin)a funny hue. What they will do though?Leave dry skin super hydrated and subtly scented.

When dropped in water, these cubescreate effervescent massaging bubbles that slough off dead skin, leaving your body silky smooth. It's so good that one particularly enthusiastic reviewer proclaimed:"it makes you feel like everything will be okay again!"

Whether you're looking for an inexpensive treat for yourself or a cute stocking stuffer, this little bath bomb is a great option. It comesadorned with real lavender buds and is formulated with aneightoil blend that will make dry skin a thing of the past.

Ajasmine-and-rose-scented bath bomb infused with jojoba, safflower and hemp seed oil, these no-frills luxurious chill pills will transform your bathroom into a spa. All you have to do is kick back and relax.