A gentle, dermatologist-inspired bath ritual for dry, sensitive skin

Living with eczema, psoriasis, or chronically sensitive skin can make even simple routines like bathing feel stressful. Harsh surfactants, synthetic fragrances, colour dyes, and irritating additives often make things worse.

That’s why we created the Vanilla Cocoa Dream Bath Bomb, a slow-dissolving, deeply moisturizing bath soak formulated with dermatology-backed, skin-soothing ingredients.

Below is a breakdown of the star ingredients inside this bomb, and how each supports calmer, hydrated, more comfortable skin.

1. Colloidal Oatmeal: Nature’s Calming Shield

(Avena Sativa Kernel Meal & Oat Kernel Flour)

• Reduces itchiness linked to eczema and psoriasis

• Forms a protective barrier on the skin

• Helps skin retain moisture

• Naturally anti-inflammatory

According to the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, colloidal oatmeal has clinically proven anti-inflammatory and barrier-restoring properties for eczema-prone skin. That’s why it’s the #1 recommended ingredient by dermatologists for sensitive skin.

2. Cocoa Butter: Deep Nourishment for Dry, Flaky Skin

(Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter – Organic)

• Rich in fatty acids that repair the skin barrier

• Melts into the bath water to provide long-lasting moisturization

• Helps reduce dryness and tightness

• Naturally soothing and gentle

Cocoa butter creates an occlusive layer on the skin, locking in moisture—essential for anyone with chronic dryness, eczema patches, or psoriasis flares.

3. Coconut Milk Powder: Soothing, Creamy Hydration

(Cocos Nucifera Extract – Organic)

• Softens rough, irritated skin

• Provides natural fats to replenish barrier function

• Gives the bath water a luxurious, milky texture

Coconut milk baths have long been used in Ayurvedic and Polynesian traditions to calm inflamed skin and restore softness.

4. Castor Oil: A Gentle Emollient for Sensitivity

(Ricinus Communis Seed Oil – Organic)

• Adds deep moisture without clogging pores

• Naturally antimicrobial

• Helps reduce irritation and flaking

Castor oil contains ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid that supports healing and reduces redness.

5. Magnesium Flakes & Epsom Salt: Therapeutic Mineral Support

(Magnesium Chloride + Magnesium Sulfate)

• Helps reduce inflammation

• Softens dry patches

• Calms irritated skin

• Relaxes tight, stressed muscles

Clinical studies suggest magnesium baths may support the skin barrier and help reduce inflammation associated with eczema.

6. Dendritic Salt: Enhances Essential Oil Absorption

(Sodium Chloride)

• Helps distribute natural aromas without irritation

• Keeps oils from sitting directly on the skin’s surface

• Prevents clumping in natural bath bombs

Unlike typical bath bomb dyes or synthetic fragrances, this helps carry the gentle, natural aroma without adding irritants.

7. Vanilla & Benzoin: Comforting Aromatherapy for Stress-Induced Skin Flares

(Vanilla Extract, Vanilla Oleoresin, Tonka, Benzoin Resin, Bergamot)

Stress is a major trigger for eczema and psoriasis. These botanicals:

• Provide warm, calming aromatherapy

• Support relaxation during flare-ups

• Offer skin-soothing properties (benzoin is traditionally used on chapped or cracked skin)

The scent profile is soft, sweet, cozy, and 100% natural.

8.  Gentle Fizzing Base (Baking Soda + Citric Acid + Cream of Tartar)

A sensitive-skin-safe fizzing system that:

• Softens bath water

• Helps cleanse without stripping

• Supports pH balance

• Avoids harsh surfactants and dyes

Our bath bombs never contain:
✘ synthetic fragrance
✘ artificial colours
✘ SLS/SLES
✘ polysorbates
✘ alcohol

Just a gentle bubbly release that’s easy on reactive skin.

Why This Bath Bomb Works for Sensitive Skin

Together, these ingredients create:

• A milk-and-butter soak that deeply moisturizes

• A calming oatmeal barrier to reduce irritation

• A mineral bath to soothe inflammation

• A stress-relieving vanilla scent to help reduce flare-up triggers

It’s ideal for:
• eczema
• psoriasis
• dry winter skin
• itchy or irritated skin
• sensory-safe bath lovers
• anyone who prefers truly natural bath products

Try the Vanilla Cocoa Dream Bath Bomb

And experience a soothing, winter-friendly bath ritual that leaves your skin calm, moisturized, and deeply nurtured.

Perfect for your night-time self-care routine, especially when paired with magnesium, warm tea, and mindful breathing.

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Warmly,

Patricia Robson

Founder, Bloomin' Bliss