You work hard, and you deserve a much-needed break. Plan the perfect spa day to spend a relaxing time on yourself for a change. Here are a few ideas to help you create that mini-retreat even when you can’t get away from it all for a vacation.
1. Plan to Relax
A spa day is supposed to be relaxing, helping you rejuvenate and have more energy. It can’t happen if you don’t make relaxing a priority. Start by choosing a day when you can block out a few hours from your schedule. Arrange everything so you don’t have to worry or think about anything serious during your spa treatment. Shut off your phone while you’re enjoying your day. Bring along a friend if you need someone to make you laugh and relax.
2. Make Lifestyle Changes
Use your spa day to begin a new routine of good habits. Decide even before you go to the spa that you will begin taking better care of yourself on a daily basis. Consider making a few small changes which will benefit your health rather than trying to do too many things at once. It’s amazing how much better you feel when you do something nice for your body, and you can carry that feeling forward by developing good habits.
3. Consider the Treatments You Want
Start with the basics in a spa, such as a massage. Do some research before you go to decide what treatments you want. For example, find out the differences in the types of massages offered. Learn what deep cleansing does for you and how a body scrub will benefit you. The spa treatment you choose can do wonders for your skin or allow you to feel relaxed or energized.
4. Be Willing to Experiment
Don’t just stick with the same treatments you’ve done in the past. Take the time to include something new. Consider a steam bath or sauna to help you get even more relaxed. Don’t be afraid to ask friends who have gone or even the personnel at the spa what they recommend. However, you should ask for details so you don’t end up with a surprise. For example, deep tissue massages can feel so good, but they can also be painful if you’re sensitive.
5. Go All Out to be Beautiful
Spas often include manicures and pedicures as well as hair styling services. Get the entire package as a splurge for yourself. It will make you feel good as you take the day to be pampered. A few physical changes will let others see how different you feel.