There is something wonderful about sashaying around in a plush waffle robe all day, going between spa treatments that cover you in mud while you sip Prosecco in the jacuzzi. The good news is that you can create the ultimate luxury day spa in your own home.
While spa days can bring peace and joy, they are also ideal for de-stressing and taking the time to finally take a long, slow breath.
But the one thing that isn’t quite so calming is the price tag. While the odd spa day here and there is well worth the investment, for most of us, a tight budget dictates just how much relaxing we can afford to do. And since it’s difficult to know which treatments are worth your money, the constant up-selling in spas can detract from your purpose.
Fortunately, there is a solution. If you can’t afford to go to the spa each week, you’ll just have to bring the spa home to you.
Start with the Basics
When you strip back a spa day, you are left with a few main ingredients you can definitely replicate at home. You don’t need a rainforest bathroom to set the mood, either. Throw all the kids’ bath toys out, light a few scented candles, and add a plant or two to get started. A spa bathroom could be yours with a couple of simple additions.
Investing in some decent towels and that all-important waffle bathrobe is a really good way to treat yourself on a regular basis. Since you only need to buy this stuff the once, going for high quality is a good idea as you will really appreciate using it over and again.
Similarly, investing in a natural sponge and some posh scented bath oils will bring new heights to your spa experience without the hefty price tag. Both my husband and I love the scented Epsom salts. {I love the coconut oil epsom salts while he is a fan of the ginger and clay epsom salts.}
Though you could buy a face mask, the best results often come with just a few natural ingredients you probably already have such as bananas, oats and honey. You can easily create your own mixture to suit your skin type without too much effort as the recipes on https://www.siobeauty.com/blogs/news/hydrating-face-mask clearly demonstrate.
Add the Little Luxuries
At the most basic level, a home spa day is essentially an amazing bath. To step things up a bit, it’s time to think a little bigger.
If sitting in the sauna is your thing, you will be pleased to know that turning your bathroom into a sauna is remarkably easy. It’s really just a case of filling the room with warm steam and trapping it there. If you have the space, adding a wicker chair or lounger to your bathroom will make this even more luxurious.
The jacuzzi is another staple of the spa and you can turn your bath into one with what is essentially a bubble-blowing machine. But why stop there? You can find bath cushions and even bath mattresses online to make your bath more luxurious than you could have imagined!
While having an epic bath and a “sauna” in one day is great, eating something in between will give you a chance to cool off and your hot water tank a chance to heat up! Pop a bottle of bubbly and go for a spa-style meal too. Simple salads and soups can be made easily beforehand but if you have an understanding partner, you might persuade them to cook something up for you.
Invite Your Friends
Now that you have your bathroom all set up, you might feel inclined to invite a friend or two to share the experience. This is a great chance to have a fun girly day but it also broadens your spa potential.
Massages are brilliant for reducing stress and tension that has built up in the muscles between your shoulders and close to your spine. If you have a friend who just so happens to be a massage therapist, you could invite them to come over to play spa day. All you need is a little bit of oil and this video will show you the rest.
Indulging in a bit of beauty at the end of your day is also a lot of fun. Painting your nails in new styles can be tricky on your own but your friends can definitely help. Put some relaxing music on, choose your colors, sit back and relax.
Enjoying a relaxing day doesn’t have to be expensive and a lot of the things you might buy for one spa day will last and last, giving you days worth of pleasure. The only question now is when can you schedule your next home spa day in?
Do you treat yourself to at-home spa days? How do you like to pamper yourself? Let me know your tips to creating the ultimate luxury home day spa in the comments below!
Yours Truly,
Vanessa