Everyone deserves a day of relaxation and rejuvenation amidst the bustle of everyday life; a chance to pause, unplug, and unwind. If you’ve been searching for time to nurture your body and mind, but can’t make it to your favorite luxury spa, an at-home spa experience might be the perfect fit. Follow our guide below to transform your home into a blissful, luxurious oasis where all the stress can melt away.

Preparation

Set Your Intentions

Planning out your at-home spa day starts with setting your intentions for the session. Are you looking for physical relaxation or rejuvenation? Do you plan on practicing a meditation session or taking a blissful afternoon nap? These questions will help you adequately prepare for a stress-free and work-free session.

Eliminate Distractions

Next you should focus on eliminating any distractions from your at-home spa space. This can involve cleaning and decluttering, so that your bedroom or bathroom feel as fresh and calming as a professional spa, as well as putting all your devices on Do Not Disturb mode and making sure that you are able to achieve peace and quiet in the home— a babysitter or pet-sitter may be needed for this step!

Set the Mood

Finally, set just the right mood for your session. The ambience of a spa space starts with scents, which can be introduced through a variety of methods, including diffusers, candles, or populating your space with fresh herbs. Essential oils or other calming scents to look for include lavender, citrus, rosemary, bergamot, lemon, orange, and eucalyptus. Dim or reduce the lighting in your space to a gentle glow, or light by candlelight, and turn on a relaxing ambient playlist or soothing white noise generator that suits your tastes. Finally, if your home is equipped with high-end amenities like environmental controls or heated floors, taking advantage of these can make your space all the more inviting and luxurious.

Treatments

Facials

A good spa session starts with a proper facial treatment. This can be as in-depth or as simple as you like, from putting on your favorite moisturizing face mask to building out a full exfoliation treatment for yourself. The goal is to tailor your treatments to your needs and your energy level, so there are no wrong answers. Mud masks and facial massage devices are also easily-sourced options for a relaxing facial experience.

Hair Treatments

Another excellent first step in your spa session is to use a leave-in hair mask or serum treatment, which in addition to being effortlessly simple to use, will leave your hair feeling fully refreshed afterwards. Oil-based treatments are great for quickly moisturizing follicles, while hair masks are great for replenishing all the nutrients that your hair and scalp need. Less drastic treatments can consist of your favorite-smelling conditioner or a detangling spray to help keep your hair manageable.

Body Care

Whether you enjoy moisturizing treatments or exfoliating scrubs, the possibilities are endless for curating your own skin care and body care experience. For muscle aches and other pains, detox baths that contain epsom salt are an excellent and effortlessly relaxing treatment. Think about all the areas of your body that may need a little extra spa care— foot baths or scrubs and at-home manicure and pedicure kits are just a few of the many tailored products you can add to your session.

Massage

Of all treatments, the massage is the most universally-associated with the spa. While you may not receive the benefit of a full body massage when practicing an at-home spa session, unless you are spending the day with a partner, massage chairs or other devices can be easily-sourced for a simple neck and massage that acts as the perfect de-stressor after a long week’s work. As a massage alternative, try relaxing with a heating pad or pillow to help relieve tension in your shoulders, neck, or back.

Refreshments

Accessories

No spa day would be complete without a luxurious, fluffy bath robe, so feel free to splurge on a high-quality robe for your at-home spa. Stock up on fresh towels keep a pair of ultra-soft slippers or socks handy. Keep a hot towel nearby to help open your pores and lift away tension, or try a gel eye mask to reinvigorate in between treatments.

Beverages

No spa day would be complete without hydration. A glass of sparkling wine (or sparkling grape juice) is a perfect way to help unwind during your session and specific flavors can be chosen to complement the scents you will be using during your day. Coconut water is a tried-and-true spa staple, while fruit-infused water or herbal teas can add a special air to your day while still ensuring that you stay properly hydrated.

Snacks

Follow up your relaxing day with some spa-friendly treats that will make your home feel like a resort hotel. Homemade granola or a varieties of tea cookies can be placed in easily-accessible areas for you to enjoy during your time in your spa, while decadent picks such as a custom-made charcuterie board featuring complementary cheeses, crackers, dips, and fruit or nuts, can serve as the perfect conclusion to a relaxing day.

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