Step 3) Bath Bomb Training For Your Team! - (Free Worksheet Included!)
May 12, 2025 â Shelby Bomba

Team Sales Training Lesson Plan:Â How to Sell Bath Bombs
đ§Œ Part 1: Know What Youâre Selling
1. What Bath Bombs Are (The Simple Version)
Bath bombs are single use, scented products that fizz and dissolve in warm water, releasing color, scent, and skin loving ingredients. They're used to make bath time more relaxing, fun, and luxurious.
2. Key Benefits (Why People Buy Them)
Bath bombs arenât just pretty, they serve a purpose. Customers love them because theyâre:
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Relaxing â They create a calming, spa-like vibe at home.
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Fun â Kids (and adults) love the fizz, colors, and surprises.
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Giftable â They make perfect birthday, holiday, or âjust becauseâ gifts.
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Consumable â Customers use them up and come back for more.
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Affordable luxury â They feel special without being expensive.
3. How to Use a Bath Bomb
Youâd be shocked how many people donât know. Keep it simple:
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Fill the tub with warm water.
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Unwrap the bath bomb.
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Drop it in and watch it fizz!
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Relax, breathe, soak, enjoy.Â
4. Whatâs Inside (Basic Ingredient Breakdown)
Without going full cosmetic chemist, hereâs what matters:
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Baking Soda + Citric Acid â Thatâs what makes the fizz.
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Fragrance or Essential Oils â Thatâs where the scent comes from.
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Colorants â Safe, water-soluble colors for visual fun. (FDA&C approved)
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Skin-Softening Ingredients â Â Coconut oil, shea butter and kaolin clay to be exact.
5. What Makes These Bath Bombs Special
There are bath bombs, and then there are your bath bombs. Make sure the team know the standout features:
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Handmade in the USA â Every bath bomb is crafted in small batches with care.
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We donât cut corners â No filler ingredients or watered-down formulas to save a buck.
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This started as a passion project â Bath bombs were our obsession before they were our business.
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Seasonal collections drop every 2 months â We always have something new, fun, and limited.
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Creative designs that stand out â From popsicles to duck bombs to shark teeth, our shapes are made to spark joy (and get grabbed).
Part 2: Selling Bath Bombs (Without Being Pushy)
1. Identify Who You Are Selling To?.
The Bath Bomb Lover
They already get it. This is part of their ritual, their routine, their identity.
đ§Œ âItâs self-care, itâs calorie-free, and it makes them feel pampered without leaving the house.â
đŹ Talking Point:
âYou already know the routine - these are limited-time scents youâll love mixing into your weekly soak.â
The Mom (or Grandma) Shopping for Kids
They want bath time to go easierâor be a treat.
đŻ These are fun, sugar-free rewards that donât add clutter.
đŹ Talking Point:
âThese are a great way to get kids excited for bath time. They love the fizz, and you donât end up with more plastic toys or candy in the house.â
The Husband / Partner
Heâs looking for a gift. He doesnât want to mess it up. (hint: can't go wrong with bath bombs) Bonus: he's probably a closet fan himself.
đ âNothing is more relaxing after a hard workout than a hot soak.â
đŹ Talking Point:
âThese are a perfect just-because gift. And honestly? Most of the guys who pick one up grab an extra for themselves.â
The Gift Giver
They love finding thoughtful, easy giftsâor they just need something quick that wonât flop.
đ Bath bombs are perfect because everyone bathes, they donât trigger food allergies, they donât need to match anyoneâs style, and they wonât take up space forever. Consumable = clutter free = genius.
đŹ Talking Point:
âThese are the perfect go-to gift, no size, no allergies, no clutter. Just stock up and youâll always have something ready for birthdays, teacher gifts, or last-minute surprises.â
The Browser (âBut I Donât Take Bathsâ)
Theyâre smelling everything and loving the vibe, but hesitant because âI donât really take baths.â
đ§ Theyâre tempted, but need options.
đŹ Talking Point:
âNot a bath person? No problem, our shower steamers are perfect for you. Or they are great for gifts, theyâre always a hit and easy to keep on hand.â
2. How to Figure Out Which Customer Youâre Talking To
The easiest way to help someone buy is to understand why theyâre shopping in the first place. Hereâs how to figure that out, fast:
â Ask Simple Questions
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âShopping for you or someone else today?â
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âHave you tried these before?â
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âDo you like sweet scents or more relaxing ones?â
đ Listen for Clues
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âIâm just looking for a little somethingâŠâ â Gift Giver
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âMy kid would go nuts for this oneâ â Mom/Kid Shopper
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âI just want something relaxing after workâ â Bath Bomb Lover or Husband
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âThese smell amazing but I donât have a tubâ â Browser
The goal isnât to interrogate, itâs to start a convo that helps guide them to what theyâll love.
đŹ Staff Prompt:
Ask with curiosity, not pressure. Most people are happy to share why theyâre browsing, you just have to open the door.
3. Be the Shopping Friend
Now that you know the product and the person, youâre not âselling.â Youâre just helping them have a good experience. Think of it as being a friendly shopping buddy with good taste and insider tips.
Hereâs how to do that naturally:
đ Show Up with Good Energy
Smile. Be warm. Genuinely excited. If you smell a bath bomb and go âOMG this one is so fun,â the customerâs way more likely to pick it up too.
đŹ Staff Prompt:
âThis oneâs my favorite this week: I just love how clean and fruity it is. Wanna smell it?â
đ§ Listen Carefully
If they say, âIâm shopping for my niece,â donât hand them a eucalyptus bomb. Thatâs your cue to show them a fun shape or a mini pack instead.
đŁ Mirror Their Energy
If theyâre quiet and slow, keep it calm. If theyâre chatty and enthusiastic, match that vibe. Donât overpower the interaction, read the room.
đ¶ Be Confident
You donât need a script, you just need to believe in the product and be helpful. Your job is to make the decision easy and fun.
đŹ Staff Reminder:
You're not selling, you're helping people find something they're going to love. Big difference.
Reminder: Some Customers Want to Browse Alone
Not everyone wants help, and thatâs okay. After a warm greeting and a friendly intro question, if the customer backs off or gives a short âjust lookingâ response, respect their space.
đŹ Staff Line to Use:
âNo problem at all! My nameâs [Your Name]. Iâll be nearby if you have any questions or want to smell some of our favorites!â
This keeps the vibe helpful, not pushy and leaves the door open if they change their mind.
đ Pro Tip: Even quiet shoppers notice good service. A smile, a well-stocked display, and low-pressure space to browse go a long way.
4. Help Them Keep Shopping (Don't assume they are done)
Once a customer has picked something up or even looks ready to check out, donât assume theyâre done. Often, theyâve just found the first thing that caught their eye.
Instead, ask one simple, friendly question to help them consider more:
đŹ Staff Questions to Try:
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âAre you shopping for anyone else today?â
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âDo you want to put a little gift bundle together?â
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âWant to see whatâs in the seasonal collection too?â
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âWeâve got a deal if you grab a couple, want me to show you?â
This opens the door to keep browsing, build a bundle, or grab a backup gift, without pressure.
đ Pro Tip: Many customers want help deciding, but donât want to feel sold to. Asking the right question makes them feel taken care of and always let them tell you when theyâre done. When they say, âThatâs all for today,â smile and move into checkout with confidence. No awkward pressure. No âare you suuuure?â Just great service.
5. Â Make Checkout Count
Just because theyâre checking out doesnât mean the sale is over. This is a perfect time for:
đ Impulse Add-Ons
This is your last chance to introduce something new or offer a little surprise that keeps them thinking about you long after they leave.
đŹ If theyâre already buying bath bombs:
âYouâre gonna love these, have you smelled this one yet? Itâs our Staff Pick of the Week.â
đŹ If theyâre not buying bath bombs:
âHave you ever tried one before? You totally should, theyâre such a simple way to unwind. Honestly, everyone deserves a little self-care treat.â (add in personal comment here like "It's my favorite way to unwind" etc.)
đ Pro Tip: If someoneâs never used a bath bomb before, consider giving them one on the house. Itâs a small cost that builds raving fans by increasing trust, loyalty, and often leads to repeat purchases. It makes the customer feel valued, and you look like a brand that actually cares.
đ Collect Emails
Hopefully youâre already doing this, but if not, itâs time to start. Donât let a happy customer walk away and forget you. Collecting customer emails is one of the best ways to bring them back in when your next seasonal collection launches.
đŹ âWant us to email you when the next seasonal scents drop? They usually go quick.â
Keep it casual, make it optional, and always tie it to value (new stuff, limited products, early access). Itâs not just an email, itâs a reason to come back.
đ Mention Whatâs Coming Next
Only if theyâre buying a bath bomb or steamer, mention the next collection casually to spark interest. (If your store stocks the seasonal collection)
đŹ Staff Prompt:
âIf you like these, youâll love our [upcoming holiday] scents, weâve got some really fun ones launching soon!â
đ Pro Tip: Customers who leave thinking, âOoh I want to come back for that,â are more likely to become regulars.
â Final Recap: Be Helpful, Be Genuine, Be the Reason They Come Back
You donât need scripts, sales pressure, or awkward upsells.
You just need to know your product, know your customer, and be a friendly, helpful human.
Hereâs what to remember:
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Know the bath bombs: how theyâre made, how to use them, why theyâre special
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Figure out what kind of customer youâre talking to
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Be a shopping friend, not a sales robot
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Donât assume theyâre doneâask helpful follow-up questions
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Make checkout a moment: bundles, impulse grabs, email signups, excitement for whatâs next
đ Staff Picks: A Simple but Powerful Sales Tool
Every staff member should pick their favorite bath bomb and be ready to share why they love it. It makes customer conversations more authentic, and helps connect people to products they mightâve overlooked.
How to do it:
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Choose your personal favorite scent or shape
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Write a quick note with your name and why you love it
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Display it near the product with a handwritten sign or mini tag
đŹ Example:
âJessâs Pick: Â Mermaid Wishes: It smells like tropical vacation and I always grab one after a long day.â
Customers love recommendations that feel real, not rehearsed.
đ Download the Training Worksheet
Use this during your next team meeting or keep it behind the counter as a quick cheat sheet.
đ Download the Staff Training Worksheet PDF
đ Download the Practice Script PDF
P.S. We strongly recommend giving each team member at least one free bath bomb to try. When your staff has personally used the product, theyâre more confident talking about itâand can sell it authentically using their own experience. Itâs a small investment that pays off in better conversations and better sales.