Professional spa treatments can be relaxing and rejuvenating, however not so kind on your wallet. Relaxation is still achievable through an at home spa treatment. You can perform spa facials, baths and even full body scrubs from the comfort of your own bathroom at little to no cost to you. This indulgence is simple and allows you the time to relax in a comfortable environment.
Step 1
Set aside an hour or two for you to relax during your spa treatment. According to Daily Glow, you should turn off your phone and computer, and put on relaxation music to help ease you into your comfort zone.
Step 2
Light some ylang ylang or lavender scented candles. These aromas are touted for inducing relaxation according to Daily Glow. They also are believed to reduce stress and promote sleep. Bath oils are also available in these scents, adding milk-based proteins to the oil for dry skin.
Step 3
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser designed for your skin type. Make sure that your cleanser is non comodengenic, meaning it does not clog pores. Massage cleanser into moist skin and rinse off with lukewarm water.
Step 4
Add some boiling water to a bowl to steam your face and cleanse pores. According to Care Fair, you should hold your face over the steaming water and place a towel over your head. Remain there for two minutes then gently pat your face dry with a soft clean towel.
Step 5
Exfoliate your skin with a gentle exfoliating scrub to remove dead skin cells and bacteria. Massage exfoliant into your skin using a gentle circular motion, recommends Care Fair. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry with a soft clean towel.
Step 6
Apply a clay based face mask or a homemade face mask. According to Daily Glow, an ideal face mask for oily skin consists of mixing equal parts of egg whites and lemon juice to tighten pores and remove excess oil. Dry skin can benefit from equal parts of mashed avocado and coconut oil. Apply mask to the skin and leave on while you partake in a spa bath.
Step 7
Brew a cup of herbal tea to enjoy during the remainder of your spa treatment. For relaxation, try chamomile or peppermint tea. You may also pour tea over ice for a chilled iced effect.
Step 8
Draw a warm bath and add a few drops of your chosen scented bath oil. This will soothe tired muscles and soften skin as you soak. Take a bath pillow into the tub with you to prevent neck cramps, recommends Daily Glow.
Step 9
Towel dry and apply deep moisturizer to the skin. This locks in moisture and prevents skin from drying out. According to Care Fair, use a small amount of moisturizer that is designed for you skin type. Oily skin requires lighter moisturization while drier skin requires a heavier moisturizer.
Things You'll Need
- Ylang ylang or lavender scented candles
- Scented bath oil
- Facial cleanser
- Boiling water
- Bowl
- Exfoliating scrub
- Clay mask
- Deep moisturizer
- Soft towels
- Herbal tea
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