Helpful Guide To A Relaxing Spa Day From Home
You deserve to be pampered - and by following these easy steps to a relaxing spa day at home, you can make yourself feel relaxed and beautiful, all in the comfort of your own home.
Whether you want to have a spa day to celebrate a girl’s weekend, a bachelorette party, or for no occasion at all other than that you want to spoil yourself a bit, these tips will help you turn your living space into an envy-worthy spa.
Of course, you’re welcome to drink all the mimosas you want!
Set The Mood
Set The Mood For The Perfect Spa Day From Home
It doesn't matter how many exfoliating peels or mud masks you do - if you don’t feel relaxed, you probably aren’t going to get that much out of your home spa day.
Therefore, it’s important to set the mood before you begin. Incorporate all five senses in your planning if you really want a one-of-a-kind experience.
Start by creating a relaxing spa playlist on your favorite streaming service (if you’re stumped for ideas, don’t worry - you’ll find plenty of premade playlists on things like Spotify and Pandora). Music is so important. You can try nature melodies or music for meditation. Even white noise can be helpful - switching off and just listening to ambient noise can really foster a sense of calm.
Don’t forget your sense of smell, either. If you have a diffuser, fire it up and diffuse some of your favorite scents, like lavender, eucalyptus, or chamomile. Even lighting a sweet-smelling candle can get the job done for you.
Even lighting is important when it comes to setting the mood. There is nothing more relaxing than sunshine on your skin - but some people may prefer total darkness to help them feel calmer. If that’s the case, use an eye mask while you relax. There are even self-heating options that are scented for maximum relaxation.
Your sense of taste should not be neglected, either. While most spa days don’t require snacks, a few beverages can really help when it comes to making the day feel more relaxing. Mimosas are great, but staying hydrated is important, too. Consider whipping up some flavored water infused with things like berries, cucumbers and citrus, or strawberries and mint.
Don’t Forget The Amenities
Now that you’ve set up the perfect environment for your home spa, it’s time to gather up all the supplies you need for a relaxing day at home. You’ll need some soft, fluffy towels, a pair of your favorite slippers, and a comfortable bathrobe. Think comfort - you don’t necessarily have to look your best for the perfect spa day. You just need to feel relaxed and cozy!
It is important to create your home spa in a place that is relaxing, calm, and comfortable. The best place will likely vary among individuals, so choose the one that is right for you. Warmth and comfort are essential - you don’t want to feel cold or awkward while you’re pampering yourself.
Choose Your Treatments
Here comes the fun part - deciding which treatments you would like to do! Now that you have your amenities in place, you need to pick out a few popular treatments for your nails, hair, and skin.
Choose Your Preferred Spa Treatments From Home
Some require a bit more prep work and know-how than others. Choose the right organic body wash wisely based on your skill level and remember that it might take some time for you to round up all of your gear.
There are some beauty and spa professionals who recommend creating various spa zones in your home. Utilize the features you have available, like a pool or garden, to create different places for pampering and relaxation. You can start with the bathroom, using your shower turned on to high heat to create a miniature steam room.
Even your bedroom can be brought into the picture. Make your bedroom the go-to area for pampering treatments like facials and massages. You can light some candles, turn the thermostat up so it’s nice and warm, and get your partner, spouse, or friends involved in all of your favorite treatments.
Skin Treatments
Consider incorporating one - or several! - of these luxe skin treatments to help you truly unwind and relax.
Dry Brushing
Dry brushing is a home spa treatment that can provide health and beauty benefits, giving you an envious glowy complexion. Dry brushing will exfoliate your whole body, increasing blood flow and stimulating collagen production. It can strengthen your skin and improve elasticity, giving it a lifted and toned appearance.
To do this, start at the top of your feet and work your way upward, toward your heart. Enlist the help of your besties to get the backs of your arms and your back, too.
Lip Balms
You don’t need to have a spa day to give your lips the TLC they deserve - you can apply a lip balm right before bed. Of course, this skin treatment should also be a fixture in your home spa day, too. Using a hydrating balm will help your lips feel softer and plumper afterward.
Face Masks
Consider Trying The Classic Face Mask To Feel Refreshed
A face mask is the classic spa treatment and it can help you unwind. Consider doing a face mask by yourself or while you’re taking a bath, and try to mask your entire face, neck, and chest while you’re at it.
You don’t have to buy a storebought face mask treatment, either. Consider investing in yourself by making a DIY mask out of things like matcha. Combining a tablespoon of matcha or green tea., a tablespoon of olive oil, and a teaspoon and a half each of honey and water is a great way to strengthen your capillary walls and improve circulation. Your skin will be as soft as can be after wearing this face mask for just ten minutes!
A cream mask can add moisture, something that is essential if you have dryness-prone skin. Use a cream mask for oil-based hydration and leave it on for just 15 minutes.
Don’t have time for a full face mask - but want the same benefits? Try some one-step moisture pads. These rounds are pre-soaked in serum, toner, and moisturizer. Swipe your forehead and cheeks and you’re done - moisturizer ASAP.
After masking, use a serum. This will allow you to rehydrate and plump up your skin for lasting results.
Hand Creams
Give yourself a one-minute hand massage with a luxurious hand cream. Choose one with shea butter to soothe and repair overnight and work your sore muscles as you massage in the cream. This is a great self-care task you can do on your occasional spa day as well as every night, right before you head to bed.
Feet Treats
Your feet deserve just as much TLC as your face - so don’t neglect them while you’re searching for skin treatments for your next spa day. Even if you don’t spend a lot of time on your feet, there’s a good chance that your heels are dry and cracked. To heal calluses and soothe aches and pains, mix up a bowl of warm water and Epsom salts - then let your feet soak while you lay back and relax.
Try a Quick Peel
A facial peel is a great option if you want to unwind - or improve the appearance of acne-prone skin. An at-home facial will both smooth and brighten your skin and you only need to leave it on for three to ten minutes.
Give an Eye Mask a Try
Consider Trying An Eye Mask To Look and Feel Great
Don’t neglect your eye area when you’re going through the motions of your relaxing at-home spa day. Combine your weekly hydrating mask routine with a pair of eye patches. These patches will give more hydration to your sensitive under-eye area, a spot that’s likely to become damaged over time. Also consider sleeping with the perfect eye masks to get a restful nights sleep.
Nail Treatments
Use a nail strengthening treatment to give your fingers the spa treatment they deserve. This is essential if you regularly go to the salon for manicures of any kind, but especially for gel nails. Let your nails breathe and apply an oil strengthener to fortify your nails and cuticles. They’ll look better - and be healthier, too.
Don’t forget about an at-home pedicure, either. These are surprisingly relaxing and easy to do on your own. Begin by removing old nail polish and then trim and file down the nails. Clean under your nails while you do so. File your feet when they are dry and use a high-quality file.
After that, soak your feet with warm water, using a luxury scrub to exfoliate your feet for a softer finish. Relax while the water does the work, then push back your cuticles and use nippers to get them looking neat and tidy. You can finish up with a polish in the color of your own choosing.
Hair Treatments
Complete Your Spa Day With The Perfect Hair Treatment
You’ll also want to consider these hair treatments and hair care tips for your next DIY spa day.
Scalp and Hair Treatment
An easy way to make even a regular shower routine feel more luxurious is to sneak in a scalp treatment. Once a week, use a fortifying oil on your scalp. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then shampoo or just rinse off. It will leave your hair feeling rejuvenated and shiny.
Use a Salt Scrub Cleanser and Mask
Just as you should use a face mask on your delicate skin, a hair mask is also an essential component of a spa day for your scalp. A regular hair treatment session should include a salt scrub cleanser that can clear congested hair follicles and encourage new growth.
You can follow this up with a scalp mask - and give yourself a good scalp massage while you work it in. You can include some facial pressure points while you’re at it, too, helping tos stimulate hair growth while also relieving stress.
Soak In The Tub
When you’re done with all of the treatments listed above, there’s a good chance that you are going to be a little messy! It’s time to unwind and clean up by soaking in the bath or taking a long shower. There’s nothing better to round out the day - especially if you light a relaxing candle. Slow down through your bath time rather than rushing to be out in five minutes. Lighting a candle and inhaling deeply will help you relax almost immediately.
Another way to upgrade bathtime? Toss in a bath bomb. You can find all kinds of scents and types out there, many of which are made with restorative ingredients like jojoba oil, hemp, and safflower seed oil.
One other good option is a seaweed bath. Seaweed has lots of natural benefits, including the ability to re-mineralize and detoxify the body. It can soothe aches and pains and improve your circulation, too. Seaweed can heal many skin conditions, like psoriasis, and as an added benefit, it can be composted when you are done with it. Talk about a truly guilt-free spa experience at home!
For a truly one-of-a-kind spa day experience, try a Korean half bath or ban-shin-yok. This at-home experience requires minimal effort. Just fill the bath with hot water but not all the way - just up to your belly button. The difference in temperature between your lower and upper half will improve circulation. You’ll likely find yourself sweating afterward but you’re sure to feel invigorated.
Finally, while you’re soaking - or at any point during your at-home spa day - feel free to whip up a calming beverage to sip. One good option to consider is a turmeric latte with warm almond milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon. You’ll feel relaxed - and beautiful - in no time.
Helpful Tips To Another Successful Day In Your New Home Spa
Whether you spend a whole day, half a day, or even just an hour in your new home spa, these tips should help you make the very most of your spa day. There’s nothing particularly relaxing about life in the best of circumstances - but when you’re living through a pandemic, that’s doubly true!
There are so many ways to bring all of your favorite spa features into the comfort of your own living room. Consider setting up a spa day to unwind, and you’re sure to find a bit of relaxation in your own home.
Karen A Mulvey is a personal social blogger and mom with 14 years of experience in the every day world of motherhood and sustainable product research. Karen is on a mission to help everyday families select sustainable, non-toxic organic products, stop stressing about uncertainties on sustainable home goods and apparel, and start living the life they’ve always wanted.
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