Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Bubble Bath

The following frequently asked questions about our bubble bath product line should cover the bases on any question you may have. However if you don't find the answer(s) to your question(s) or if you require additional assistance, please feel free to contact us!

1. What are the benefits of using bubble baths?

There are many benefits to using bubble bath, but here are just a few:

• Relaxation of Mind & Body.
Pamper yourself. Relax. Feel the stress flow away... baths are great for decompressing, de-stressing, and letting it all go. Baths are great for stress management, and also have a calming effect on the central nervous system.
• Mood Lifting.
The warm embrace of your bath helps to stimulate the production of serotonin, the "happiness hormone." This can help with stress, anxiety, depression, and overall mood.
• Cleansing & Detoxifying.
A nice, long soak in the tub helps to loosen and remove dead skin cells and other debris. The warmth causes your pores to open, releasing any impurities they've been holding onto. The heat of the bath induces a degree of sweating, which helps to flush out the pores and glands in your skin.
• Nourishing the Skin.
The human body is essentially a giant bag of water, which means hydration is important! Soaking in the bath helps to hydrate the skin, and is a great supplement to drinking the proper amounts of water daily. In addition, the olive esters in our bubble baths will nourish and moisturize your skin as you soak.
• Improved Circulation & Heart Health.
Immersion in hot water increases blood flow/circulation throughout the body. The heart will work a little harder to handle this increased circulation, giving it a workout in the process. Some research as indicated that soaking in a bath regularly may reduce blood pressure. In addition, the relaxation of the body during the bathing experience allows for deeper breathing, increasing your oxygenation.
• Calorie-Burning.
Sweating induced by hot baths can burn just as many calories as taking a walk, according to this study. It's no substitute for actually exercising, but adding a bath to your routine could help you reach your goals by burning that extra burst of calories at the end of the day.
• Immune System Boost.
Keeping your body warm while fighting an infection can help your immune system to work more efficiently.
• Relief of Cold & Flu Symptoms.
As mentioned above, keeping yourself warm while fighting a viral infection helps your immune system work more efficiently. A nice soak in a bubble bath will help accomplish this, while the steam and humidity of your hot bath water will help to loosen up chest and sinus congestion to ease your symptoms.
• Improved Sleep.
Somtimes the only way you'll get your body to do what you want it to do is through trickery — and a hot bubble bath can do just the trick! You see, the human body is triggered to sleepiness by a drop in body temperature, which would normally happen at night when we lived without the conveniences of modern civilization. That drop in body temperature triggers the production and release of melatonin, the sleeping hormone. By heating your body gently in a bath and then experiencing the drop back to normal temperature when you get out, you can jumpstart the process. This, combined with the calming and relaxing effects of a bath, can greatly improve the quality of your sleep, which by extension can have dramatic effects on your health & well-being!
• Soothing Sore Muscles.
Warm water soothes muscles and relieves pain and inflammation when we submerge in it. Bubble baths will provide warmth, comfort, and relaxation of your stress and tension, all while helping your body to naturally heal.
• Encourages Bathing.
When you have a child who is reluctant to bathe, the fun of a bubble bath will often do the trick to help wrangle them into the tub!
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2. What ingredients are used in your bubble bath formulations?

Our bubble baths are made with:

  • Deionized Water
  • Decyl Glucoside
  • Cocamidopropyl Betaine
  • Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
  • PEG-7 Olivate (Olive Esters)
  • Sodium Chloride
  • Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (Chamomile)
  • Glycerin
  • Color
  • Fragrance
  • Phenoxyethanol and Caprylyl Glycol (Optiphen ND)
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3. Are your bubble baths vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes, our bubble baths are vegan! They're also cruelty-free, as we do not test on animals. Instead, we test on human volunteers — usually family and friends. There's a whole blog post about our cruelty-free practices here.

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4. Do your bubble baths contain any potential allergens or irritants?

We try to keep the most common offenders (peanut/tree nut products, etc.) out of our recipes, and we also use the most gentle and non-irritating ingredients we can. However, there's always a possibility of a reaction if you happen to be allergic/sensitive to one of the ingredients in the formula.

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5. Do you offer different scents in your bubble bath collection?

Yes, our bubble baths come in four (4) scents:

  • Coconut Lemongrass
  • Monkey Farts
  • Ray of Sunshine
  • Salty Mermaid
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6. Do your bubble baths contain natural or synthetic fragrances?

Our bubble baths are made with essential oils and other naturally-derived fragrances.

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7. Do your bubble baths contain moisturizing ingredients for the skin?

Yes, among the ingredients in our bubble baths you'll find PEG-7 Olivate (Olive Esters) which are a powerful emollient and conditioning agent, as well as glycerin, which is a humectant and will help lock-in and preserve the moisture in your skin.

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8. Can bubble baths help with specific skin concerns, like dryness or eczema?

Our bubble baths, like all of our products, are not intended to treat any specific medical conditions. However, our bubble bath is formulated with emollients, humectants, and other ingredients with soothing, anti-inflammatory, and protective properties. Assuming you aren't sensitive to any of the ingredients, you should find some releif — and perhaps even improvement — with use of our bubble bath.

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9. Can bubble baths be used in both hot and cold baths?

Sure, our bubble baths can be used in hot or cold baths, but they'll work better in hot water.

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10. Do your bubble baths contain colorants, and are they safe for the skin?

The colorants we use in our bubble baths are natural and safe for the skin.

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11. Are your bubble baths safe for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

While there is nothing inherently toxic in our formulation, pregnancy and breastfeeding are a serious period in your life where other medical and safety considerations must be taken into account. Out of an abundance of caution, we urge you to check with your OB/GYN prior to use.

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12. Can bubble baths be used for children's baths?

Yes, our bubble baths are great for a kid's bath — and they're a great way to get reluctant bathers into the tub!

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13. How do I store my bubble bath to maintain its quality?

To maintain the quality of your bubble bath, just protect it from sunlight as well as excessively hot or cold temperatures.

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14. Can bubble baths be used by individuals with sensitive skin or allergies?

Sure, our bubble baths are generally safe for people with sensitive skin or allergies, so long as you're not allergic or sentitive to any of our specific ingredients.

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15. Can bubble baths be used in whirlpool or Jacuzzi tubs?

It's probably not a good idea to use bubble baths in a whirlpool or jacuzzi, because you could turn your bathroom into a foam party really quick. In some cases, bath products may be damaging to the motors and tubing of a whirlpool or jacuzzi. Id you do use bubble bath or other products in your jacuzzi, you'll have to drain it and rinse it out afterward, and that will take time and a lot of water. If in doubt, consult the owner's manual or manufacturer's website for your specific tub.

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16. Can bubble baths be used with bath bombs or other bath products?

Yes, you can use our bubble baths in combination with other products. Using bubble bath in conjunction with bath salts may result in less bubbles, though.

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17. What is the recommended frequency of using bubble baths?

Obviously as part of the Big Bubble Bath Industrial Complex it's in our best interests to say, "Every Day!", but three (3) times a week seems pretty reasonable.

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18. How much bubble bath should I use per bath?

About a quarter of a cup (~2 ounces) of bubble bath is usually perfect.

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19. Are your bubble baths suitable for all skin types?

Yes, our bubble baths are suitable for all skin types.

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20. Can I use bubble baths if I have a history of skin conditions?

You can probably use our bubble baths, even with a history of skin conditions, so long as you're not allergic or sensitive to any of our specific ingredients. However, as a precaution you would probably benefit from speaking to your doctor about it, first.

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21. Do you offer seasonal or themed bubble bath collections?

No, at the moment we do not offer seasonal or themed bubble bath collections.

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22. How are your bubble baths packaged?

Our bubble baths are currently packaged in recyclable plastic bottles.

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23. Do you offer bubble bath gift sets or bundles?

No, at the moment we do not offer bubble bath gift sets or bundles.

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24. Are your bubble baths tested on animals?

No, we do not test our bubble baths — or any other products — on animals. We test on human volunteers instead. There is a whole blog post about our cruelty-free practices here.

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