Before you get started, throw some hot towels in the dryer, if you have someone to bring them to you while they are still hot you won't regret it! However, if you don't want to be disturbed, just take the hot towel out of the dryer and roll it up tightly then wrap in a second towel. Mine usually stays warm until I get out of the tub this way.<\/p>\n
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I also like to keep the clutter out of my bathroom so that I can relax my mind without thinking of all the cleaning up I could\u00a0be doing, or the papers I could be grading, etc. \u00a0So keep your bathroom cleared so you can clear your mind!<\/p>\n
Consider using simple natural plant or animal-based oils to maintain the natural moisture balance in your skin. This is because natural oils are very similar to the oils in human skin and are non-irritating, won't clog your pores, and are so nourishing. They can complete the job of keeping your skincare regime simple while the cost is a drop in the bucket compared to the price of commercial toxic chemical brands.<\/p>\n
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When you use skincare products with ingredients you cannot pronounce you are basically putting a band-aid on whatever skin condition you have. It is a temporary fix. While organic products tend to be much more straightforward. Plant-based ingredients are higher in vitamins and trace elements of fatty acids that nourish and protect your beautiful skin!<\/p>\n
Let's start planning<\/a> your at-home spa day!<\/p>\n for any skin type:<\/p>\n For aging skin, especially:<\/p>\n For younger skin, especially:<\/p>\n use once a week<\/em><\/p>\n These can be added to Epsom salts, straight into the bathwater, mixed with carrier oils, lotions, added to bath bombs and bath blends, can be diffused and lots more! Always use caution when using essential oils. I recommend getting a reference book<\/a> to see which oils can be used directly on the skin and which ones must be diluted.<\/p>\n To see for yourself how toxic or safe your bubble bath, lotions, and cosmetics are just go to EWG's Skin Deep Database<\/a>.<\/p>\n Many excellent ingredients can also be purchased through the Bulk Herb Store or Mountain Rose Herbs. I have used both companies and obtained high-quality ingredients. My best friend is a rep for Young Living essential oils; I use a blend called Thieves for sanitizing my spa tub, bath pillow, and manicure tools. I use a few DoTerra brand essential oils such as Deep Blue for soaking tired muscles and Citrus Bliss for a pick me up.<\/p>\n I am not limited\u00a0to any particular brand of essential oils. I use a wide variety<\/strong> of brands.\u00a0\u00a0Some of my favorites are blends from Aura Cacia are\u00a0Chill Pill<\/a>\u00a0and Pillow Potion<\/a>\u00a0which I talked about in my series<\/a> about getting enough sleep. I use Now brand lavender essential oil in my laundry room<\/a>\u00a0(this is an outdated tour of my laundry room, I've updated everything since then! I need to do a new video!<\/em>)<\/p>\n 4 parts salt Mix together and keep in a jar near the bathroom sink. Wash hands thoroughly then use the scrub, rinse and pat dry.<\/p>\n (click the link above to see how to make it!)<\/p>\n Combine\u00a01 cup brown sugar, 1 cup oatmeal, and 1\u00a0cup avocado or olive oil together. Apply to dry skin and rinse off in the shower. Always be careful when using oils in the shower as the tub or shower can become slippery!<\/strong><\/p>\n I have found that Hobby Lobby rotates their sales frequently enough that I have been able to get enough glass canisters to keep all my favorite spa mixtures in. I especially like to keep my Slimming Bath Salts near my tub as soaking in it is not only slimming but it is refreshing mentally as well. It reduces depression, prevents water retention, and curbs cravings because it helps fight candida (known to cause cravings). I often add a few drops to my diffuser as well for a pick me up.<\/p>\n 2 cups\u00a0bentonite clay powder Mix well, keep in a glass jar and use 1\/2 cup per bath soak. Using ginger can cause a warming reaction which may cause you to sweat afterward, so be sure to drink plenty of water. This is an excellent detoxification soak.<\/p>\n 1 cup\u00a0Epsom salts Mix the ingredients and store in a jar. When you are ready to take a bath, add one cup of the blend to your bath plus a cup of Apple Cider Vinegar<\/a>.<\/p>\n Here's a Coffee Scrub recipe<\/a> that includes coconut oil and sugar.<\/p>\n 2 cups powdered milk<\/p>\n<\/li>\n 2 teaspoons dried calendula\u00a0flowers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n 2 drops\u00a0rosemary oil<\/p>\n Add to bathwater and soak away! You can also add 1\/2 to 1 cup of honey for an amazing Milk-n-Honey bath!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Mix 1 part Bentonite Clay to 2 parts water to form a paste. Apply to bug bites and bee stings, eczema and psoriasis, yeast rashes, and more.<\/p>\n My daughter Macey makes the most wonderful Lemon Sugar Scrub<\/a> and you can make your own too, the recipe is here<\/a>!<\/p>\n I am in the process of making some bath bombs right now, so I will share my recipe plus tips on how to make your own in the near future.<\/p>\n Even though I enjoy an occasional trip to the spa, I prefer to make most of my spa days at home. By pampering myself at home, I can save all that spa money for trips to the beach<\/a>! My ultimate relaxation idea.<\/p>\n Don't forget to pin this post!<\/strong><\/p>\n I enjoy Amazon Prime Music while I am relaxing in my personal spa! \u00a0There are so many playlists available on Prime that I listen to new content all the time.<\/p>\n![\"natural](\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Wash-away-your-troubles.jpg\")
<\/p>\nBathe using pure products<\/h2>\n
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Essential oils<\/h2>\n
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Dry skin (or aging skin)<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nSpa Recipes<\/h2>\n
Soft Hand Scrub<\/h3>\n
\n1 part oil (I prefer avocado oil)<\/p>\nMagnesium Body Butter<\/a><\/h3>\n
Easy Body Scrub:<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nWarming Bath Soak Blend<\/h3>\n
\n1\/2 cup baking soda
\n3 tablespoons ginger powder<\/p>\nGinger Muscle Relief Bath Soak<\/h3>\n
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<\/strong><\/p>\nCleopatra's Milk Bath Soak<\/h3>\n
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Skin Correcting Paste<\/h3>\n
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