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Home Spa: The Best Reward You Can Give Yourself

Oh what a splendid idea! Relaxing and pampering yourself by spending an afternoon at the spa. But will you be really relaxed? Just think about your way to the spa-traffic jam, scarce parking, rising cost of gas, plus the risk of not getting your preferred time slot. Just making that trip can actually create a lot of stress.

But maintaining your equilibrium need not be a hassle. Pampering yourself is a reward you deserve. And that journey can start right from your home.

How To Set Up A Home Spa

• Choose a quiet spot in your house where you want to recreate a spa environment.

One of the secrets to creating a relaxing ambience is adopting a clean minimalist design. Be sure the place is clutter-free, with no reminders of the stuff that stop you from relaxing. The bathroom is the usual choice, but your choice could be anywhere (a walk-in closet is another alternative).

• Use neutral colors like white or beige with subtle blues, purples and greens. These colors are known to calm the spirit.
• Candles, which reflects a play of light heighten your senses instead of electric lights. Another option is adding dimmer switch for the current light fixture.
• Induce scents with essential oils to suit your mood and purpose.
  • Chamomile -gives a tranquil effect
  • Peppermint -stimulates and revitalizes
  • Citronella -best for emotional healing
  • Lavender – evokes a sense of serenity within you

Essential oils should be mixed with some water when placing in an oil burner.

• Add natur sounds , piano, flute and classical music to create a soothing background.
• Stock up your home spa with vital items.
  • Massage oil
  • Oil burner
  • Essential oils
  • Loofah or terry wash cloth ( avoid synthetic scrubbers)
  • Foot file
  • Body scrub product
  • body wash
  • hair treatment, shampoo and conditioner
  • face cleanser, toner and moisturizer
  • fluffy robes, towels and sheets

• You may also include a full range of day spa amenities such as your own steam room or dry sauna, hydro tub, vichy shower and massage beds if you wish to go all the way out.
• Alternately, you can just modify your existing shower fixture with a shower head that comes with an adjustable water pressure, use a futon instead of a massage bed, or simply put together a “Spa Basket” with basic spa essentials you can bring to any corner of your home for a respite.

It is more than vanity to provide yourself with a home spa. It also gives you the convenience and freedom to unwind any moment.

There’s precious peace from an hour or two of uninterrupted time in this sanctuary that’s yours. A precious gift within your reach.