How to dry flowers for bath bombs?
There are a few different ways to dry flowers for bath bombs and each method will produce a different result. Individual petals can be hung in a dry, dark area until they are completely dry. If you have a drying rack, you can place the petals on it to dry. Or, you can place them in the oven on the lowest setting. Turn the oven light on and let them dry, half an hour to an hour. Petals can also be dried on paper towels or tea towels
How to dry flowers for bath bombs without using sun?
If you don’t have a sunny spot or don’t want to use the sun, you can use a dehumidifier to remove excess water from the flowers Put the dehumidifier in a room where the moisture won’t affect other items, like your home. Set the temperature to 40°C or lower to make sure the moisture is drawn out of the flowers. Keep the flowers in this room for a few days until the petals are completely dry.
How to dry flowers for bath bombs without mold?
To prevent mold from forming on the petals and leaves of your flowers, place them in the oven on the lowest heat setting. Set the temperature to 150 degrees and leave the flowers in the oven for two hours. Your flowers will dry quickly in the oven and will not develop any unpleasant smells or even discoloration.
How to dry flowers for bath bombs without sunlight?
You can also dry flowers for bath bombs in the sun. This method is much faster and gives you lovely, natural color. Just be aware that direct sunlight will fade the color of the petals more quickly so a good drying method is essential. Plus, your bath bombs will turn to mush if they’re dried in direct sunlight.
How to dry flowers for bath bombs at home?
If you don’t have access to a dehydrator, a regular oven can work just fine as well. Set the oven to the lowest temperature possible (160 degrees Fahrenheit is best). Once the oven is heated up, spread out your dried petals on a baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap. Leave the petals in the oven for about eight hours. Be careful not to move the petals while they dry as this can cause the petals to crack.