With all of the stresses of everyday life, it’s important that we take some time for ourselves…and just relax. Not all of us can afford the luxury of a day at the spa or even have the time! Here are some great tips on how you can treat yourself at home! Your mind and body will thank you. Invite a few friends over!
Did you know that you can shave your legs with olive oil for extra soft and smooth skin? You can make your own bath caddy and even aromatherapy heat packs. Or make a DIY “turbie twist”…it’s my daughter’s favorite thing she got for Christmas….
Check out these tips for having a spa day at home.
1. Hair Mask
Treat your dry and damaged hair with this easy and inexpensive hair mask treatment that you can make at home! Get the recipe and see the results at A Simple Pantry.
2. Perfect Mani
Not all of us can afford or have the time to visit the nail salon for a mani/pedi.
Check out these tips for achieving the perfect manicure at home from Something Turquoise.
3. Lemon Water
While you are enjoying your relaxing food soak, sip on mint and lemon infused water. You will feel refreshed and your skin will thank you. Get the recipe at In Honor of Design.
4. Mud Mask
Skip the store bought face mask and make your own! With several healing properties perfect for your skin, try this mud mask from Essentially Eclectic. Gabby explains how to alter it for dry, oily and combination skin.
5. Cucumber Eye Gel
Treat your puffy, swollen skin under and around your eyes with this cucumber eye gel recipe from The Dabblist. Cucumbers have anti-inflammatory properties and your skin will soak it right up.
6. Foot Soak
Give your feet a rest and treat your dry heals and toes in the process. This foot soak mix from High Heels and Training Wheels should have your feet ready for flip flops or open toes.
7. Bath Bomb
A Spa Day at home is not complete without a long soak in a hot bath. Bath bombs or fizzies are the perfect addition to your bath. Why spend money on expensive bath bombs when you can make them yourself? Get the how to at Something Turquoise.
