The Fizz In Bath Bombs

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Chemistry is what is behind each special product from Lush, even though it may seem like magic. What causes the fizz in bath bombs? How do the shower jellies retain their shape? How do their products manage to keep your hair and skin so soft? Each Lush product has special chemical formulas between natural and synthetic ingredients that react and blend together to achieve what they are known for. One of the main ingredients in Lush products is Sodium Bicarbonate, which is a weak base. It has to react with a weak acid in order to release carbon dioxide gas, creating the famous fizzing in bath bombs when dropped into water. Another ingredient common to many soap products is SLS, or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. The controversial ingredient is known to

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