Every woman wants to feel pampered, but let’s be honest, the economy is rough and when you’re trying to pay down student loans,
splurging on the spa isn’t exactly a wise financial decision. But
pedicures, facials and manicures are so soothing, pampering…and perfect.
Money shouldn’t get to dictate relaxation!
Thankfully, your budget doesn’t have to be expansive to afford a day of
luxurious spa treatments. Forget dropping hundreds of dollars — you’re a
capable, educated woman…and darn it you’re going to have your spa day!
It’s time to DIY, because you’re going to host your own luxe retreat
with these home spa hacks!
Sounds daunting, but don’t fret. It’s easy, it’s fun…and yes, DIY spa day is still insanely relaxing. Let’s do this!
Food-tastic Facials
You can mix up masks and scrubs with ingredients found in your fridge
and pantry. The best masks for oily skin feature egg whites. While egg
whites might feel funky on the face…they work like a charm to tighten
skin and sop up oil. For sensitive skin, mix up oatmeal, yogurt and honey scrubs
to help soothe skin, moisturize and gently exfoliate. Just be careful
to not get the scrub near the eyes; even tiny grains of gentle oatmeal
can get lodged in the eye and scratch the cornea.
Soak in the Bliss
Easy Manicure
Rub coconut oil on the cuticles to help soften them. You can also use
lotion as a substitute. Then do a quick manicure with a coat of pale
pink or clear polish.DIY Massage
Kinked up back? Tight neck muscles? You don’t need a masseuse. You just need a few tennis balls!
Lay flat on the floor (carpet please!) and place tennis balls under
tense areas. Roll the balls under the sore areas until they loosen up.
Warm and Soothing
Bathroom Sauna
Your shower can turn into a sauna by turning it to the hottest setting and letting the water run for about 20 minutes, a trick that originates from Aly Walanksy, of eBeauty Daily. After the bathroom is nice and steamy, turn off the water and sit and relax.
A day at the spa can be budget-friendly when you schedule a DIY spa day
with these home spa hacks. Homemade treatments are just as relaxing as
the luxe versions, but they don’t make a dent in your bottom line. For
more tips and tricks for DIY treatments, check out the full infographic
below. Please SHARE these amazing tips with your friends.
Courtesy Your Daily Dish
