The 12 best bath bombs of 2022

Publish date: 2024-06-11
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Bath time isn’t just for kids.

The adult upgrade to sudsy fun in the tub can be found in a bath bomb — a concentrated ball of soothing oils, delicious fragrance and sometimes even dried herbs and flowers.

Bath bombs come in many shapes and sizes, and so long as you have a tub and a few minutes to spare, you can try them all. Don’t have a tub? While this article may not be the best for you, you can still get in on the fizzing fun with shower steamers, found at one of our favorite gifting sites.

Back to the bath, we found the best of the best, based on customer reviews and even our own first-hand knowledge from time spent in our own tubs after work.

Read on for the best bath bombs for relaxation, moisturizing and even some with surprises inside.

The best bath bombs for muscle relaxation

Cosset Bath Bombs, $42

Relax and unwind in a black bath. Don’t worry, these black bath bombs from Cosset won’t stain the tub, but will release soothing rosemary and peppermint essential oils into the tub.

The best moisturizing bath bombs

Prima Unwind Bath Gem, $15

Pamper you skin, even if you get a little pruned in the tub, too. The Prima Unwind Bath Gem is really a diamond in the rough — for rough and dry skin that is. It contains Epsom salt, meadowfoam and safflower seed oils to soften the skin, as well as CBD and essential oils.

The best novelty shaped bath bombs

Maple Sugar Waffle Bath Bomb, $12

Do you like waffles? Yes, we like waffles! This adorably-shaped bath bomb has us ready for breakfast. Nectar USA also sells a waffle-shaped bomb in strawberry vanilla, berry, a box of donuts, and other novelty shapes for the holidays like a menorah and a dreidel.

The best holiday bath bombs

Musee Bath North Pole Gift Set, $32

‘Tis the season for a relaxing bath with a fun winter scent. Should you not like the menorah or dreidel bath bomb above, opt for this North Pole set for Christmas, that comes with four bath bombs in yummy scents.

The best luxury bath bombs

Chanel Chance Bath Tabs, $70

Indulge in a bath made for luxury lovers with a designer bath bomb. These Chanel tables bubble and fizz in the bath, giving off the beloved Chance perfume smell.

The best bath bombs with CBD

Sunday Scaries CBD Bath Bombs, $9+

Don’t let anxiety for the week get you down. End your day with a relaxing bath, complete with this bear-shaped bath bomb. We tried this one and fell in love with the purple swirls in the bath water, plus the cute black velvet bag it came with for storage.

The best bath bombs with prizes inside

da Bomb Bath Bombs, $8

These are really the bomb.com, as the cool kids say. Speaking of kids, this bath bomb company was founded by teens Isabel and Caroline from a Minneapolis suburb, who loved baths and wanted to prolong the fun by offering a toy or surprise inside each bomb.

The best bath bomb sets for gifting

Lovery Bath Bomb Body Care 11 Piece Gift Set, $34, original price: $130

This gift comes with the bombs and the bath tub, too! The adorable set makes for a great gift, be it for the holidays or a hostess present. Note: save the tub and use it for home decor to hold soaps in the bathroom or flowers in the kitchen.

The best natural bath bombs

Nature’s Beauty Oatmeal Fragrance-Free Bath Bomb, $20

Keep it au naturel in the tub with a bath bomb to match. Nature’s Beauty keeps it real with their natural bath bombs that come in a variety of scents, including oatmeal for even more nourishment.

The best bath bombs for kids

Crayola Assorted Bath Bombs, 8 Count, $5

Get creative when bath time rolls around with these Crayola balls of fun. They each turn the tub a fun bright color with a yummy scent to match.

The best bath bombs for toddlers

Frida Baby Natural Vapor Bath Bombs, $8

Rub a dub-dub, little one. Bath time for baby can be the best part of their day, especially when sick or stuffy. Help them fell better with these bath bomb, letting off a soothing vapor into the air.

The best bath bombs for women’s health

The Honey Pot Fragrance-Free Soothing Bath Bombs, $13

Feel balanced and refreshed with The Honey Pot Company. These bath bombs are made to help balance a woman’s pH, as a part of a healthy vaginal care routine.

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