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A spa day at home is when I create a relaxing and pampering experience in the comfort of my home, similar to what I'd get at a professional spa. I usually set aside time to focus on my well-being, using simple things I can find at home or easily buy. A long, luxurious bath, a facial, body treatments and a gentle yoga session - this is what my 'Spa Day at Home' is all about. It makes me feel relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated without having to leave my home. What's not to love!
While a professional spa experience has its own benefits, having a spa day at home also has a lot of benefits. First, it's much cheaper than going to a professional spa, so you save money. It's also really convenient because you don't have to travel anywhere or stick to someone else's schedule. You can relax in your own space, use products you like and take as much time as you want. Plus, you can create the perfect atmosphere for yourself, whether that means playing your favorite music, or using your favorite scents.
The first thing is to set the mood. Create a serene environment and ensure that the lighting is perfect. Use candles and dim lights to create the ideal lighting. Play some calming music, whatever you enjoy the most. Use aromatherapy products - essential oils, incense etc.
Your spa supplies come next.
When I'm preparing for a spa day at home, I like to gather all the essential supplies that I'll need ahead of time. This includes soft towels, a comfy robe, and cosy slippers. I also make sure to have my favorite spa products like cleansers and moisturisers.
For that extra special touch, I like to include some optional luxury items. Bath bombs make the bath more fun and fragrant, while face masks are excellent for the skin. I also use body scrubs to exfoliate and massage oils to relax my muscles. Having all these things ready makes my spa day at home feel just as good as going to a professional spa.
In today's post, I am going to share with you my thoughts on some fab face masks as face masks are my favourite part of the spa day experience.
Before I do that, I will quickly list out my other suggestions for a Spa Day at Home.
Creating a spa-worthy bath is a must.
Run the water at a comfortable temperature, usually warm but not too hot. I like to add bath salts, bubbles, and oils to make the bath more luxurious. For bath salts, I often choose Epsom salts because they help soothe my muscles. For bubbles, I prefer to use a gentle bubble bath solution that creates lots of foamy bubbles. For oils, my preference is a few drops of either lavender or eucalyptus essential oil to help me relax and refresh my senses.
Getting comfortable is the key, so make sure to have a bath pillow or a rolled-up towel to support your neck and head. And my top tip - keep a glass of water nearby to stay hydrated.
Once everything is ready, ease into the bath and let yourself soak for at least 10-20 minutes, totally depending on your preference. Focus on breathing deeply and just enjoy the moment.
You can add extra touches like using rose petals in the bath.
My favourite part of the Spa Day, like I mentioned earlier, are the facial treatments.
You can use homemade face masks and scrubs or for some luxurious pampering go for products from popular brands as listed below. These are products that I have tried and loved.
The Odylique Maca 3-in-1 Mask is a skincare product from Odylique, a brand known for its organic and natural beauty products. This mask is designed to be versatile, offering three uses: it can be used as a face mask, a gentle exfoliant, or as a cleanser. As Odylique says, it is perfect for purifying, polishing and revitalising.
The key actives in the mask include purifying, mineralising clays, polishing Sugar Cane, replenishing amino acid-rich Maca, Vitamin C and mineral-rich Baobab, soothing and antioxidant Oat and toning Mint & Myrtle.
While a professional spa experience has its own benefits, having a spa day at home also has a lot of benefits. First, it's much cheaper than going to a professional spa, so you save money. It's also really convenient because you don't have to travel anywhere or stick to someone else's schedule. You can relax in your own space, use products you like and take as much time as you want. Plus, you can create the perfect atmosphere for yourself, whether that means playing your favorite music, or using your favorite scents.
Preparing for Your Spa Day
The first thing is to set the mood. Create a serene environment and ensure that the lighting is perfect. Use candles and dim lights to create the ideal lighting. Play some calming music, whatever you enjoy the most. Use aromatherapy products - essential oils, incense etc.
Your spa supplies come next.
When I'm preparing for a spa day at home, I like to gather all the essential supplies that I'll need ahead of time. This includes soft towels, a comfy robe, and cosy slippers. I also make sure to have my favorite spa products like cleansers and moisturisers.
For that extra special touch, I like to include some optional luxury items. Bath bombs make the bath more fun and fragrant, while face masks are excellent for the skin. I also use body scrubs to exfoliate and massage oils to relax my muscles. Having all these things ready makes my spa day at home feel just as good as going to a professional spa.
In today's post, I am going to share with you my thoughts on some fab face masks as face masks are my favourite part of the spa day experience.
Before I do that, I will quickly list out my other suggestions for a Spa Day at Home.
Creating a spa-worthy bath is a must.
Run the water at a comfortable temperature, usually warm but not too hot. I like to add bath salts, bubbles, and oils to make the bath more luxurious. For bath salts, I often choose Epsom salts because they help soothe my muscles. For bubbles, I prefer to use a gentle bubble bath solution that creates lots of foamy bubbles. For oils, my preference is a few drops of either lavender or eucalyptus essential oil to help me relax and refresh my senses.
Getting comfortable is the key, so make sure to have a bath pillow or a rolled-up towel to support your neck and head. And my top tip - keep a glass of water nearby to stay hydrated.
Once everything is ready, ease into the bath and let yourself soak for at least 10-20 minutes, totally depending on your preference. Focus on breathing deeply and just enjoy the moment.
You can add extra touches like using rose petals in the bath.
Spa Treatments
My favourite part of the Spa Day, like I mentioned earlier, are the facial treatments.
You can use homemade face masks and scrubs or for some luxurious pampering go for products from popular brands as listed below. These are products that I have tried and loved.
Odylique 3-in-1 Maca Face Mask
The Odylique Maca 3-in-1 Mask is a skincare product from Odylique, a brand known for its organic and natural beauty products. This mask is designed to be versatile, offering three uses: it can be used as a face mask, a gentle exfoliant, or as a cleanser. As Odylique says, it is perfect for purifying, polishing and revitalising.
The key actives in the mask include purifying, mineralising clays, polishing Sugar Cane, replenishing amino acid-rich Maca, Vitamin C and mineral-rich Baobab, soothing and antioxidant Oat and toning Mint & Myrtle.
The Maca Mask comes in a powder form and you can mix it with either water, yoghurt or any toners depending on your preference. I use it mixed with Rose Water. I make a paste (of the desired consistency) and apply it evenly over my face avoiding the eye area and lips. I then
leave it on for around 15-20 minutes, while the mask does its job. Once it begins to dry (harden), I pat it with wet hands, rub in circular motion (for gentle exfoliation) and then wash it away with water. It leaves my face smooth and refreshed.
If you are looking for a multi-functional, natural skincare solution to include in your spa day treatment, then this product is likely to appeal to you. You can order it from www.odylique.co.uk
Next up, I have a recommendation for lovers of sheet masks.
Lavera Illuminating Sheet Mask
Lavera is a well-established, natural and organic beauty brand. Founded by Thomas Haase in Germany, the brand's name "Lavera" is derived from the Latin word for 'the truth', reflecting its commitment to transparency and natural ingredients. Lavera offers a wide range of skincare, haircare, and cosmetic products that are formulated without synthetic preservatives, fragrances, or dyes. And one of their offerings is the Illuminating Sheet Mask.
It's a fruity wonder.
The mask has an intensive moisturising natural and organic formula with dragon fruit, raspberry and natural antioxidants for a natural, fresh and radiant complexion. Organic dragon fruit and Vitamin C help to brighten the complexion while raspberry extracts protect against harmful environmental stressors. Apply it as you would do with any sheet mask and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. The mask provides a fruity and refreshing treat for the skin leaving it feeling nourished.
Lavera Firming Mask
Another fab product from Lavera is the Firming Mask.
It has a highly effective natural and organic formula that, according to Lavera, is made to stimulate the skin’s collagen system, reducing wrinkles and ensuring a plump, radiant complexion. Enriched with bakuchiol, a natural and organic alternative to retinol, and combined with hyaluronic acid, this powerful combination of active ingredients helps hydrate the skin and effectively reduces appearance of wrinkles. The mask has a gel-like texture and deeply hydrates, visibly plumping, smoothing and firming the skin.
You can check all of Lavera's face masks at www.lavera.co.uk
Natura Siberica Peel Off Masks
Natura Siberica is a renowned skincare brand that emphasizes the use of natural and organic ingredients sourced from the Siberian wilderness. The brand has gained recognition for its commitment to sustainability, ethical practices, and the unique properties of Siberian plants and herbs that they use in the products.
I love peel-off masks. They are designed to improve the skin's health and appearance by providing a deep cleanse, removing dead skin cells, and extracting impurities from the pores. I include them in my skincare routine due to their ease of use and immediate results.
Featured in this post are 2 peel off masks from Natura Siberica - Lab by NS. Biome. Balance Booster Peel-Off Face Mask and Lab by NS. Biome. Glow Booster Peel-Off Face Mask.
Lab by NS. Biome. Balance Booster Peel-Off Face Mask
This one is a 3-in-1 product for combination and blemish prone skin. Formulated with a unique postbiotic active to support skin microbiome, this peel off mask imparts a feeling of radiance, comfort and smoothness to the skin. Apply a thin layer onto clean, dry skin, avoiding the eye and lip areas. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes until dry, then gently peel off the mask to remove. With key ingredients like fermented extracts plus niacinamide and Zinc PCA, the mask boosts the skin’s balance, supports the microbiome, and provides deep cleansing, leaving the skin refreshed and revitalised.
Lab by NS. Biome. Glow Booster Peel-Off Face Mask
This mask helps to prolong skin’s youthfulness and radiance. Formulated with fermented extracts plus papain and glycolic acid, this Glow Booster mask actively nourishes the skin and delivers a charge of antioxidants. As with the other mask, you have to apply a thin layer onto clean, dry skin, avoiding the eye and lip areas. Leave on for 15-20 minutes until dry, then peel off the mask gently. The mask enhances the skin's radiance, and also supports the microbiome for a healthy, luminous complexion.
Both these masks combine the natural benefits of Siberian ingredients with cutting-edge skincare science. They support a healthy skin microbiome and enhance the skin's natural radiance making them a valuable addition to your spa day skincare regimen.
You can check out all of Natura Siberica's Lab Biome by NS range here.
Founded by Diane Nettleton in 2016, Gaia makes skincare products using traditional production methods. They are handmade in Britain with each ingredient thoughtfully selected for its beneficial properties for the body and mind.
Featured in this post is Gaia's Crystal Purifying Mask that harnesses the energy and healing properties of rose quartz crystal alongside other pure natural ingredients. The mask's rich pink hue comes from pomegranate and hibiscus, both packed with antioxidants that protect against damage and slow collagen breakdown. Pomegranate is a source of vitamin C and regulates sebum production and also promotes cell rejuvenation, leaving the skin refreshed, firm, and smooth. Other ingredients like Grape Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Lemon Peel Oil, Geranium Flower Oil and Clary Sage Oil help prevent skin damage and leave the skin looking radiant. My skin loves this mask.
Both these masks combine the natural benefits of Siberian ingredients with cutting-edge skincare science. They support a healthy skin microbiome and enhance the skin's natural radiance making them a valuable addition to your spa day skincare regimen.
You can check out all of Natura Siberica's Lab Biome by NS range here.
Gaia Crystal Purifying Mask
Founded by Diane Nettleton in 2016, Gaia makes skincare products using traditional production methods. They are handmade in Britain with each ingredient thoughtfully selected for its beneficial properties for the body and mind.
Featured in this post is Gaia's Crystal Purifying Mask that harnesses the energy and healing properties of rose quartz crystal alongside other pure natural ingredients. The mask's rich pink hue comes from pomegranate and hibiscus, both packed with antioxidants that protect against damage and slow collagen breakdown. Pomegranate is a source of vitamin C and regulates sebum production and also promotes cell rejuvenation, leaving the skin refreshed, firm, and smooth. Other ingredients like Grape Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Lemon Peel Oil, Geranium Flower Oil and Clary Sage Oil help prevent skin damage and leave the skin looking radiant. My skin loves this mask.
You could add this Crystal Purifying Mask to your spa day routine to treat your skin to a revitalising experience.
Check out all of Gaia's soothing face masks here.
Post, the facial treatment, move onto body treatments. Use body scrubs and/or wraps and follow a full-body exfoliation and moisturising routine. Massage your scalp and apply hair masks and/or conditioners. The whole process is so pampering.
Relaxation Techniques and Post-Spa Rituals
Continuing the feeling of relaxation, you could try simple meditation exercises to enhance the experience. I find that deep breathing enhances my sense of calm and well-being. Find a comfortable position, breathe deeply while focusing on it. It is a great feeling. Try it. You can also try mindfulness meditation while doing deep breathing. Bring your attention to the present moment, noticing your breath, the sounds around you and any physical sensations. If your mind starts to wander, gently acknowledge the thoughts and then bring your focus back to the present moment without judgment.
Hydration and Nutrition
It is very important to stay hydrated with fluids - be it infused water, herbal teas or simple, plain water. These fluids will not only keep you refreshed but also provide extra nutrients & antioxidants that can boost your overall well-being. They also help flush out toxins, keep your skin glowing and enhance the overall relaxation experience.
After your spa treatments, enjoy light and healthy snacks like fresh fruits, yogurt with honey, or a handful of your favourite nuts. These snacks will provide a gentle energy boost and essential nutrients without feeling heavy, thus helping you stay in that relaxed state.
To keep the calm feeling after your spa day, try to avoid stressful activities. Instead, read a good book, listen to soothing music, or take a gentle walk outside.
For a good night's sleep after your pampering spa day, make sure that your bedroom is cool, dark and quiet. Follow a calming bedtime routine, like doing some gentle stretches. Avoid screen time before bed, and maybe sip on some warm herbal tea to help you unwind and drift into a restful sleep.
I recommend that you treat yourself to a spa day at home regularly. It's a wonderful way to unwind, refresh, and show yourself some love. You deserve it!
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