The stay-at-home spa
Spring is the perfect time to unwind from the tensions of winter with a spa treatment. By enjoying a relaxing session in the comfort of your own home, you’ll save on spa prices and avoid the inconvenience of travelling
there and back, not to mention the crowds and scheduling problems.
Whatever you feel is your favourite way to unwind, be sure to take the phone off the hook and put up a
Do Not Disturb sign so the rest of the family gives you some peace.
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A relaxing bath. A good bath soothes all your senses: smell (with bath salts or essential oils); sight (candles or dimmed light); sound (your favourite mellow CD); touch (warm water, thick towels); and taste (a soothing beverage). To draw the perfect bath, fill the tub about 1/3 full with comfortably warm water, slip in, then fill the remainder with hot water until it reaches the desired temperature.
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The yoga studio. Whether you can devote the corner of a room, or have a room of your own, keeping all your yoga gear in one convenient spot for quick access makes for a stress-free workout prep. The gear to get: sticky mat, DVD or video, comfy clothes.
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Fast facial. In just 15 minutes, you can relax and give yourself a glow. The secret of making your at-home facial feel more relaxing: cover your face with a hot, damp towel and place a rolled up hot towel behind your neck. Relax for a few minutes before applying your favourite peel-off face mask.
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Pedicure-all. A pedicure is a double-duty spa treatment that’s both cosmetic and relaxing. Start by soaking feet in warm water with bath salts. Trim nails and push back cuticles. Exfoliate and rev up circulation with a pumice stone, then massage a peppermint-based lotion into feet, ankles and shins. Finish with your favourite clear or coloured nail polish.
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TIP: Look for a pedicure lotion with a mild exfoliant.