Stock Up on Bubble Bath Products for the Most Relaxing Bath of Your Life (2025)

We updated this article in October 2022 to add more information about each featured product, based on extensive testing by the Good Housekeeping Institute. Our original top-rated picks remain the same, with new additions.

After a long, hard day, few things are as enjoyable as a soothing bubble bath. Perhaps one of life's simplest luxuries, a good soak helps to ease an overactive mind, sore muscles and everything in between. To create the ultimate at-home spa experience, light a candle (the Nomad Noé Dreamer Poet is top-notch) and pour your favorite glass of wine or tea. You deserve the pampering and experts agree that a bubble bath is the way to go. George Slavich, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and director of the Laboratory for Stress Assessment and Research at UCLA, says that one of the best ways to reduce stress is to surround yourself with a relaxing physical environment, like a warm bath.

Achieving the perfect bubble bath has its science though, which is why we've asked Danusia Wnek, a chemist in the Health, Beauty & Environmental Sciences Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute, some important questions on how to get the best (and healthiest) soak. Ahead, all of the details you'll need!

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You can read more about how we picked the best bubble bath products for an at-home spa experience — plus more tips on how to make the best bubble bath — at the end of this guide. Looking for more ways to improve your bath routine? Check out our guide to the best bath towels and the ice bath health benefits you didn't know you needed.

Lavender has proven aromatherapy benefits that bring calm, relaxation and stress relief, so take a much-needed escape by soaking in L'Occitane's bubble bath infused with French lavender. Pour two to three tablespoons into warm water to transport your senses. "You only need a small amount to create the most voluminous, lush lather in the bath, so the bottle lasts forever," says GH Beauty Director April Franzino.

These affordable Dr. Teal's Epsom bath salts are GH Beauty Lab chemist Danusia Wnek's go-to. "This is a two-for-one for me because I love Epsom salts and essential oils in the bath as a combination for total relaxation," she says. "The salt is great to unwind any muscle tension and the lavender scent is so calming and helps get me ready for bed."

Thanks to their skin-softening effects, these Nubian Heritage bath bombs are a favorite of Good Housekeeping Institute Senior Chemist Sabina Wizemann. "The essential oil fragrance is warm and earthly, and there is also a richness to the formula thanks to shea butter and apricot kernel oil," she says. "It's fun to watch them fizzle and disappear in water, but most importantly, they leave my skin nourished and smoothed after the bath."

Scents of frankincense and patchouli help you to feel grounded and relaxed, so just crumble the bar under warm running water and get a sky-blue bubble bath. Plus, you can split it into two to save some me-time for later. "It is a heavenly experience, much like the clouds I'm floating on in my mind as I enjoy every bath with this bar," exclaims a reviewer.

This set of 12 multi-scented and colored handmade bath bombs makes a great gift for someone else (or yourself!). They have over 5,000 reviews on Amazon and an average 4.9-star rating. "Each one is its own unique scent," says a reviewer. Mixed with vitamin E, coconut oil and other well-known moisturizers, you'll emerge feeling silky-soft as well.

If bubbles aren't your thing, consider Pink Stork's bath salts, which ensure relaxation, as well as alleviate aches and pains, giving expecting mothers the extra TLC they deserve. "Pregnancy has gifted me aching feet and a tight lower back; these salts are not only relieving, but give my entire body the boost of energy that it needs to care for a growing baby," says a reviewer.

A Black-founded brand, Alaffia has made an impact in the beauty industry since its inception in 1996. Made with unrefined shea butter and a lavender scent, you'll nourish your skin and de-stress with just one ounce. "I love this bubble bath, it smells great, is safe for my kids' sensitive skin and a little goes a LONG way," says a reviewer.

Made without synthetic fragrances, this hypoallergenic formula is so gentle on dry skin that it can even be used on babies. Pour two to four capfuls under running water and voila — watch the bubbles start to form. "I was hesitant to order this because it seemed pricey, but it works so amazingly well that I'll never order anything else for my son," says a reviewer. "The smallest amount makes a full tub of bubbles and they last thru the whole bath!"

Allow your muscles to relax by sprinkling some salts into your bubble bath. Ahava's are made with salt from the Dead Sea and soothing lavender to help both your body and mind decompress. (The aroma of lavender has been shown to promote deep sleep.) "The lavender scent of these salts is intoxicating and really relaxes your senses," Franzino says.

This honey-esque Laura Mercier bath soak is like a delicious dessert for your skin. The rich formula is packed with skin-softening ingredients such as shea butter and honey extract. "I've been obsessed with the scent of this bath and body collection forever — it's sweet and warm yet sophisticated," Franzino says. Bonus: It comes with a wooden honey dipper, so just dip it in the jar and swirl product around for a luscious foam bath.

Try this multipurpose shampoo, body wash and bubble bath to reduce the amount of products you store in your bathroom. Their formula is EWG-verified and cruelty-free, so you can enjoy your soothing bubbly bath experience while feeling good as well. "This is a great value [and] lathers up great," says a reviewer.

Get any child excited for bath time with the help of Mr. Bubble! This formula not only creates mountains of bubbles, but it's also hypoallergenic and tear-free, so it's completely safe for even the most sensitive skin. "Our baby has eczema on her shoulders and thighs, so we are forced to use fragrance-free products... I was absolutely elated to find that Mr. Bubble made an unscented version," says a reviewer. "She finally gets to know the joy of bath bubbles! We've used it for a few months now with no flare-ups."

Before slipping away into a deep slumber, take a bath: This Kneipp bath oil is infused with potent sleep-inducing scents, like valerian essential oil and hops extract, to fully unwind and relax. "An essential component for a muscle-soothing bath," says a reviewer.

While the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab hasn’t formally tested all of the bubble bath products, GHI beauty contributors April Franzino, Pia Velasco and Marielle Marlys have vetted many of the products themselves. Plus, Beauty Lab scientists are constantly testing the newest skincare and bath products, including body and face washes and more. We used our decades of expertise, along with input from editor recommendations and customer reviews to formulate the list.

"Bath water should never feel hot and uncomfortable because it can compromise the skin barrier," Wnek explains. "The National Eczema Association recommends lukewarm (not hot) water." Additionally, the NEA recommends soaking for no longer than 15 minutes, so try to keep your bath on the shorter end.