An at-home spa day is a great contribution towards a self-care routine, helping to rejuvenate and balance the mind and body. By using products that you already have at hand or from a local retailer, you can create a luxurious and spa-like oasis right at home.
This guide details some practical and effective tips for planning an at-home spa day that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
What do you need for an at-home spa day?
A pampered and relaxing at-home spa day begins with creating a comfortable environment.
Having a cleaned and organized space will help lay the foundation for a calming environment. You can quickly create a spa-like bathroom by:
- Cleaning your tub/shower
- Decluttering and tidying up your bathroom countertop
- Cleaning your bathroom floor (Picking up any unwanted items, sweeping, mopping, etc.)
How to elevate your experience
After cleaning, heighten the spa-like feeling by incorporating items to entice your senses.
Smell
Delight your sense of smell through calming scents from a candle, oil diffuser, plug-in air freshener, or room spray.
Another way to incorporate scent within your bathroom is by hanging a eucalyptus plant in the shower and allowing the steam to release the plant’s fragrant essential oil.
Sound
Promote a sense of serenity with the addition of calming sounds.
You can find some amazing “Relaxing music” on YouTube and various music streaming platforms.
Lack of sound and silence is also a great option if you’re seeking stillness and a quiet mind.
Touch
A plush bathrobe, warm bath water, a fluffy bath rug, silk pajamas, and a soft towel are some tactile touches that can help invigorate the sense of touch.
Some other relaxing touch points include massaging the scalp and body. So when you’re applying your body moisturizer, take your time and gently massage your elbows, hands, feet, and shoulders.
Sight
In addition to a clean and clutter-free space, incorporating flowers and a candle into your bathroom can tremendously increase its visual appeal.
Taste
From water-infused fruits to herbal tea, hydrate from within with a refreshing drink.
Some other refreshment options for your spa experience include:
- Wine
- Iced coffee
- Sparkling cider
- Chocolate
- Cheese and crackers
- Fresh vegetables and dip
At-home spa day ideas
Whether it’s a treatment that you need or want, you can incorporate any activity into your spa experience. Here are some things that you can add to your spa day itinerary:
1. Give your feet some TLC with a foot mask
2. Remove dead skin cells with an exfoliating body scrub
3. Moisturize your body with a rich hydrating lotion
4. Sooth tired feet with a relaxing self-foot massage
5. Pamper your skin with a rejuvenating face mask
6. Clean and nourish your scalp and hair by washing it
7. Jazz up your nails with a beautiful manicure
8. Give your toenails a makeover with an at-home pedicure
9. Relax your mind by reading a good book
10. Record your thoughts through journaling
11. Soak in a warm and relaxing bath
12. Restore hydration to your under eyes with an eye mask
13. Wash away the stress with a steamy shower
14. Treat your lips to a moisturizing lip scrub
15. Rest your mind and body with quality sleep
Last but not least, here are some general tips to help you have a relaxing spa day
1. Schedule your spa day similar to a spa appointment, to serve as a reminder and to increase the anticipation for the experience.
2. Plan ahead how much time you want to dedicate to your spa day and the activities that you plan on doing.
3. Prepare and place all of the materials that you will need for your spa day in an accessible place (So that you’re not rummaging and searching for things during your spa experience).
4. Relax, take your time, and don’t rush the experience (Plan your spa day on a day when you will have plenty of time to dedicate to your self-care).
