Is there a better day than Friday to take a luxurious, relaxing bath?  We don’t think so.  Below you’ll find ideas and tips on how to create a perfect bath from our acclaimed spa director, Simon Marxer.  Happy soaking!

Recipes:

Add about 10 drops of your favorite essential oils to your bathwater to enhance your experience and remedy your aliments.

• Relaxation: To be able to switch off and sleep at night use Chamomile, Sandalwood & Lavender
• Stress-relief: In times of stress use Ginger, Black Pepper, Rosemary & Chamomile
• Energize: If you are feeling sluggish use Patchouli, Rosemary, Grapefruit & Juniper Berry
• Improve: To uplift your mood use Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Frankincense & Rose

Tips:

• For a truly luxurious bath, add in your favorite natural bath products. Try bath salts, essences of herbs and flowers and bubble-baths.
• When using bath salts, be sure to add them while the water is running to dissolve the salts before you get in.
• Make sure that the bath is the perfect temperature for your body – not too hot, yet not too cold.
• When filling the bathtub, get in when it’s filled about halfway. That way you can feel the temperature and adjust it so it’s comfortable for you!
• After the bath blot yourself dry and then apply body lotion, moisturizer or use your preferred product of choice to lock in moisture.
• Pour yourself a warm cup of decaf tea.
• Hop into bed for an early night or just read a book or magazine. Do anything that is relaxing to you.

Indulgences:

• Prepare your favorite snack (maybe some berries or grapes?) and place it within easy reach.
• Infuse a cool glass of water with cucumber slices or lemon to sip on.
• Spray aromatherapy oils onto 2 chilled towels to use on your face and neck to refresh you during your bath.
• Arrange some candles in the bathroom to create a soft relaxing light.
• Play relaxing music while you soak.
• Bring a book you enjoy reading. This will add to the relaxation, by keeping your mind in one place and quieting your thoughts.
• Have fluffy towels, pajamas, slippers and/or a warm robe on hand for when you hop out the bath. This will save you the trouble of trying to find clothes in your relaxed state.
• Use soft bath towel pillow to rest your neck while in the bath.
• Wet your face and apply a facial mask, then lie back and relax for as long as you want.
• Remember to wash the mask off thoroughly and cleanse.
• Apply a hair masque to your hair. To rinse, lay back in the bath and massage your scalp until you feel like all the product is out.