Ok, before you get all excited, I have to admit something. I’m not actually sharing cocktail recipes or anything remotely related to getting tipsy, buttttt…I am sharing some creative self-care activities that you can do when you’re stressed.
Here are a few super easy self-care activities to get you out of that weekly rut and into the “Weekend Warrior” mindset. If you actually want to get tipsy, check this out!
Self-Care Recipe 2 | Detoxify with a DIY Spa Day
DIY Spa Day Ingredients
- Relaxed Mind
- Soothing Music
- Hot Bath
- Bubble Bath Mix / Epsom Salt Detox (optional)
- Rose Petals (optional)
- Candles (optional)
- Face Masks (optional)
- Handheld Body Massager (optional)
- Nail Polish (optional)
DIY Spa Day Recipe
I’m guilty of not taking enough me-time. Especially when it comes to detoxing and just relaxing with something as simple as a bath or an at-home spa session.
The number one thing you’ll need is a relaxed mind, soothing music, and a nice hot bath for soaking. What you decide to focus on, on said Spa Day is completely up to you. If I were setting one up, this is what mine would look like:
I’d blast my favorite soothing tunes, and hop in my steaming hot bath. I’d pour some Epsom Salt or toss a bath bomb in the tub. Currently, I’m using Yogahhh! Detox Bath. It came in my Fab Fit Fun Box! Honestly, I don’t see a huge impact with this Epsom Salt, and you can very well use any cheaper alternatives that are sold at Walmart or any other local drugstore, and it’ll get the job done.
The same thing goes for bath bombs. I have a few from Lush (from my Japan trip!) that I need to use, but you can definitely stock up on these at your local Walmart or Target as well. These bath bombs can also double as bubble bath bombs if you purchase the right one!
Moving on, I’d make sure to light a candle or two. I normally stock up on dollar store candles, but Walmart and Bath & Body Works both offer an array of candles. One scent that I’ve been feeling is White Barn’s Copper Coconut (Also, I absolutely did not spend $40 on a candle. Be on the lookout for discounts at Bath & Body Works!)
Now, the relaxing part. I’d start off by using some sort of face mask. It could be an intense cleaning one, or a fairly inexpensive one. If you’re looking to go a more natural route, I recommend the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay mask. If you’d rather make a quick run to your local Walmart, then the Freeman Feeling Beautiful masks are a nice go-to for me.
I’d wash off my mask, then wash my body. I’d then move on to massaging any pain areas, including my feet! I walk so much that this is an absolute must for me. If I decide not to do this while I’m in the tub, I hop out and place my feet inside of some kind of foot massager. If I need any extra body massages I’d use the PFUM handheld massage gun.
After all of that is done, I’ll move on to painting my finger and toenails. I’m a cheap-o, so Walmart nail polish is my go-to. I’ve been getting lots of compliments on my Sinful Colors’ “Lie-Lac” and Pure Ice’s “Periwinkle In Time” nail colors. Try it out! Also, I’m a huge advocate for healthy nails, so make sure you clip any hangnails or weak nails, you’re using a base coat, and use a top coat!
