With the coronavirus pandemic happening right now, and everyone having to self quarantine and practice social distancing, relaxing is essential to our physical and mental health. Something I like to do to relax is take a bath and have an at home spa day. Here’s some of the things I like to include.
- For the Bath
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Bath Salts
Epsom salt is the most commonly known but lots of different bath salts are available. My favorite is this three pack from Trader Joes.
Bath bombs
When most people think of baths they think of beautifully colored bath bombs from Lush. You can’t go wrong with these favorites:
Bubbles
Lush also offers bubble bars, which are reusable and give your bath lots of fun bubbles. Here are a few of my favorites:
Bath and Body Works also offers an array of bubble bath scents. My favorites are the Christmas scented ones that come out during the holiday season.
Fragrances
Adding aromatherapy to your bath can help give you a relaxing evening. Here’s one from Amazon with six relaxing scents.
Flower Petals
Flower petals make any bath beautiful. Here are some rose petals that would look good in any bath.
- Set the Mood
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Oil Diffuser
Oil diffusers make any room relaxing and are relatively inexpensive. This is the one I have.
Candles
Candles can upgrade any bath and there are so many kinds to choose from. These fake candles are waterproof.
Bath Pillow
Reach ultimate relaxation with this bath pillow.
Bathrobe & Slippers
The best part about after your bath? Slipping into one of these super comfy robes:
- Activities for the Bath
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Read
Relax and read one of your favorite books, start a new series or check something off that book bucket list.
Listen to Music
Can’t go wrong with a classic
Watch TV
Who says you can’t binge your favorite show in the bath?
- For the Spa
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Exfoliate
Exfoliating is an important part of maintaining healthy skin. I love this drugstore alternative.
Hair Mask
I love putting a hair mask in before I get in the bath. With this one I see noticeably softer hair after one use.
Face Mask
Face masks are the most popular spa day item and there are so many to choose from! Here are a few of my favorites:
Freeman Feeling Beautiful Face Mask
Lip Mask
This lip mask and lip balm from Bite Cosmetics with agave and makes your lips super soft.
Manicure and Pedicure
After getting out of the bath give yourself an at home mani/pedi with these spring nail polish colors:
Essie Nail Polish “Hi Maintenance”
Essie Nail Polish “Mint Candy Apple”
Essie Nail Polish “Watermelon”
Happy Spa Day!
