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Bicarbonate of soda – what is this amazing ingredient?

Leave a Comment / Uncategorized / By Andrea

Bicarbonate of soda, also known as baking soda, is a white, crystalline powder that has been used for various purposes for over 200 years. It is a versatile ingredient that is commonly used in cooking, cleaning, and personal care products. One of the most popular uses of bicarbonate of soda is in the making of …

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Searching for DofE skills ideas?

Leave a Comment / DofE / By Andrea

What the DofE skills section is about Before you start searching for DofE skills ideas, you need to understand what the the skills section entails. For your DofE Bronze or Silver award, it needs to be an activity that has either a 12 or 26 week timeframe. The DofE website says you should “choose an …

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How to get the best results from plastic bath bomb moulds

Leave a Comment / Bath Bombs, Moulds / By Andrea

Cheap and cheerful moulds! Plastic bath bomb moulds can be a bit hit & miss. You can get great results, but often too much pressure can make them crack and prolonged use can cause the surface to deteriorate. The flip side to this is that they are cheap and come in a wonderful variety of …

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How to prevent bath bombs activating

Leave a Comment / Bath Bombs / By Andrea

Order is everything If you have ever wondered why your bath bombs activate when you’re making them, you need to know that order is everything.  The ingredients you use are pretty important too. But the order in which you combine them can make or break your bath bombs. I tried to find a photo of …

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How to make your bath bombs super smooth

Leave a Comment / Bath Bombs / By Andrea

One thing a lot of people who make their own bath bombs struggle with is, is getting a shop bought smooth finish. However, there is a really easy way to do this – the professionals know the answer, and its not a secret! It’s all about the citric acid! Citric acid is the ingredient which …

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