I never considered myself a bath person—at least not until I got older. But as I’ve learned to embrace slowing down and truly unwinding, baths have become an essential part of my self-care routine. It turns out, I may have been doing them all wrong until now! After plenty of trial and error (and a bit of research), I’ve finally discovered the perfect combination of essentials for the ultimate relaxing bubble bath. The beauty of it is that the experience is customizable. Below, I’m sharing my must-have picks to elevate your soak into a spa-like experience.
Bubble Bath
Bubbles, are of course, the star of the luxurious experience of having a bath. The light, airy bubbles add a soothing element. Bubble bath products provide nourishing ingredients to help hydrate and soften your skin while you soak and interestingly, bubbles add a layer of insulation and retains heat in your bath. Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath is a great place to start. This brand is affordable and has a variety of scents and benefits. Here are a few highly rated foaming baths from Dr. Teal’s:
- Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath with Pure Epsom Salt, Sooth & Sleep with Lavender
- Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath with Pure Epsom Salt, Comfort & Calm with Chamomile
- Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath with Pure Epsom Salt, Shea Butter & Almond
- Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath with Pure Epsom Salt, Restore & Replenish with Pink Himalayan Salt
- Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath with Pure Epsom Salt, Relax & Relief with Eucalyptus & Spearmint
Bubble Bar
Bubble bars are another way to add foaming bubbles in your bath. My favorite place to get them are from Lush, which carries a large collection of bubble bars to choose from. To use them, you can cut portions of the bubble bar, take one piece, place it into a sieve under the running water as you fill up your tub. Here are a few of their popular ones:
- Sleepy – Lavender, tonka tranquility
- The Comforter – Sweet blackcurrant bubbles
- Brightside – Sunny, citrusy bubbles
- Rose Jam Bubbleroon – A rose-scented treat
- Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds – Ambient patchouli bubbles
Bath Bomb
Bath bombs are a fun added touch to a bath by adding fizz, color, and fragrance. I love the ones from Lush but also listing best sellers from Amazon:
- Sex Bomb – Aphrodisiac jasmine soak
- Deep Sleep – Sleepy up in this tub
- Intergalactic – Cosmic mint bathing
- Butterball – Skin-softening sweetness
- Avobath – Mood-boosting lemongrass freshness
- Goddess – Float in heavenly florals
- Tisty Tosty – Enchanting rosy treat
- Salt Water Soother – Post workout magnesium soak
- Toby’s Magic Cow – Colorful and Refreshing
- Black Rose – Lemon-rose love story
- Twilight – Dreamy lavender froth
- 20PCS Bath Bombs Calm Set with shea butter & essential oils
- STNTUS INNOVATIONS Bath Bombs, Set of 7
- Beauty by Earth Bath Bombs Gift Set, Organic Ingredients
Bath Salts and Flakes
Bath salts and magnesium flakes are also popular add ins for a bath if you want to enhance relaxation by soothing tired muscles, hydrating and softening skin, improving circulation, supporting sleep, and detoxing.
- Ancient Minerals Magnesium Bath Flakes
- Dr. Teal’s Epsom Magnesium Salt Soak, Relax & Relief with Eucalyptus & Spearmint
- Yareli Dead Sea Soak Magnesium Bath Flakes
- Spa Life Tea Spa Bath Salts – Lavender and Rose Aromatherapy
- Coach Soak: Magnesium Bath Soak – Rejuvenating post workout natural magnesium flakes with 21 minerals, essential oils, and Dead Sea bath salts
Body Scrub
Body scrub is a must if you want soft, smooth, and radiant skin. Remove those dead skin cells, boost circulation, detoxify skin, and prep the skin for absorption of hydrating products all while providing an exfoliating massage.
- Tree Hut Vanilla Shea Sugar Scrub
- Majestic Pure Himalayan Scrub
- MB Naturals Arabica Coffee Scrub with Collagen + Stem Cell Infused
- Brooklyn Botany Brown Sugar Scrub
- Dove Body Scrub – Crushed Macadamia & Rice Milk
- OGX Smoothing + Coconut Coffee Scrub & Wash
- 3-Piece African Bath Exfoliating Sponge
- Dermasuri Deep Exfoliating Body Scrub Glove
Bath Pillow
For added comfort, a pillow allows you to relax with support for your head, neck, and shoulders so you can lean into the blissful bubbles.
- Gorilla Grip Bath Pillow
- Ozyalo Bath Pillow
- RUVINCE Luxury Ergonomic Bath Pillow
- Everlasting Comfort Luxury Bath Pillow
Bath Tray
Need a place to set up your iPad or book or set down your glass of wine? Get a bath tray to keep all your items conveniently at arms reach and away from spilling into your tub.
- SereneLife Bath Caddy Breakfast Tray Combo – Natural Bamboo Wood Waterproof with Folding Slide-Out Arms, Device Grooves, Wine Glass Soap Holder
- Royal Craft Wood Premium Foldable Bathtub Tray – Expandable
- Brightroom Bamboo Bathtub Caddy
- iDesign Everett Adjustable Over Bathtub Caddy
Candles
Why not add to the relaxation vibes with calming candles to provide ambient lighting. A huge plus if they can float!
- Homememory 12-Pack Flameless LED Tea Lights Candles Battery Operated
- 5-Piece Flameless LED Candles with Timer
- Homemory 24 Pack Waterproof Flameless Floating Tealights
Bath Overflow Drain Cover
Everyone loves a full bathtub of bubbles. Prevent the overflow drain from taking that away by getting a cover so you can fill your tub up to your heart’s content.
- SlipX Solutions Bottomless Bath Overflow Drain Cover for Tub
- Bathtub Overflow Drain Cover – Squidward
Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
One way to help create a chill vibe is having the right music. To ensure you have the music to help you unwind, here are a couple waterproof Bluetooth speaker options, perfect to use in your bathroom.
- INSMY C12 IPX7 Waterproof Shower Bluetooth Speaker
- Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker with IPX7 Waterproof, 24-Hour Playtime
- JBL Go 4 – Waterproof Dustproof Bluetooth Speaker
- Bluetooth Speaker with HD Sound, Portable Wireless, QPX5 Waterproof, Up to 20H Playtime
Bonus: Tub Jets
Elevate your basic bath tub with jets to give a spa jacuzzi experience. This is definitely not an essential but a bonus addition for a boost of bubbles and luxury.
Creating the perfect bath experience is all about finding the right essentials that help you relax, unwind, and truly enjoy peaceful moments for yourself. I hope these suggestions provide you the basics and allow you to customize the best bath to feel pampered and refreshed.
