It’s almost the end of September and the weather across the country is dramatically cooler because it’s Autumn. Here on the Left Coast, it’s really warm and we are heading into another 7 days of “heatwave” that will last for the next 7-10 days Along with that fires in Northern and Southern California are that are just starting to be contained, we need to take time to pamper ourselves not only for the relaxation but for overall balancing both body and mind.
Michelle Harris, a noted lifestyle expert shares her tips & tricks on how to create your own spa day at home!
Turn Your Home Into a Spa!
By Michelle Harris
I am always looking for ways to bring spa elements from the spa into my home! Who doesn’t want their home to be an oasis of relaxation and self-care? Now that we are spending more time at home, it’s even more important that we enjoy it and take time for ourselves. There are some easy things we can do to get that great “spa feeling” at home. Try these tips to have a spa experience right at home. We all need to relax and recharge for our health and well-being, so take care of yourself!
Set the Stage
Michelle Harris relaxes with her favorite essential oil!
We want our home to feel like a spa so start by de-cluttering your space if needed for a more relaxing vibe. Spray an aromatherapy mist or use a diffuser. Get your fluffiest towels and robe together and stream some relaxing music. This will give you that wonderful feeling of walking into a spa without leaving your home!
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Happy Hands (and Feet)!
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One of my favorite things when getting a spa treatment is those great gloves and/or booties they use with a rich moisturizer to keep your hand and feet soft. Wear them with your favorite heavy-duty cream made for the body or hands and feet. Don’t forget the cuticles. Many creams made for the hands and feet will contain essential oils like peppermint. This adds to the therapeutic benefit and smells incredible.
Michelle Harris wearing her exfoliating gloves!
Keep gloves or booties on for an hour while watching television, reading, or relaxing. For super soft hands and feet, wear gloves or booties to bed and wake up with baby soft skin.
Wellness Shot
Michelle Harris is having a wellness shot based on Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup!
No spa experience is complete without a wellness shot! Making your own at home is easy! I like a pineapple-lemon-Sambucol Black Elderberry shot! Pineapple juice is rich in digestive enzymes, lemon is wonderful at detoxification, and Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup is rich in immune-supporting antioxidants (and it tastes great!). It’s the perfect pick-me-up for an at-home spa day!
Home Facials:
At-home facial steaming
Regular facials are one of the keys to good skin. I have become a pro with doing a quick at-home facial before shoots and any time I want my skin to glow. First, gently clean and exfoliate the skin. Next, every facial needs a nice steam to clear pores! This can be as simple as putting my face over a pot that has steaming hot water!
After steaming, nothing feels better than a mask. Use a favorite brand or make a simple hydrating mask with aloe, avocado, and olive oil. This is a messy but easy mask, just combine 1 tsp fresh aloe, 1 tsp olive oil, and ½ of a mashed avocado (it will stay on your face more easily). Apply and rinse after 10 minutes for glowing skin!
The final step in any facial is serums and a moisturizer. Apply and your skin will look like you just left the spa!
Relaxing bubbles!
Photo from National Bubble Bath Day!
A tub full of bubbles always looks inviting. It’s the perfect way to relax and wash your cares away! Research even shows that taking a bath on occasion helps to decrease stress, fatigue, and muscle pain. Look for bubble baths with natural ingredients and essential oils. Ingredients like oatmeal and coconut are wonderful for soothing skin. Don’t forget to loofah and exfoliate your skin while you soak. Add a cup of your favorite herbal tea for you to sip while soaking for complete bliss!
Michelle Harris
About Michelle Harris:
Michelle Harris is the host of Alive & Well with Michelle Harris, a national TV series promoting the wellness lifestyle. Michelle is one of the media’s leading lifestyle experts and is a frequent guest on TV shows, radio shows, magazine interviews, red carpets events, and live events. Michelle is also the co-founder of Animal Angels, a non-profit advocacy group where celebrities promote pet health and adoptions.
Follow Michelle on these social media channels:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AliveandWellTV
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleharris_tv/
Thanks to Michelle Harris for sharing these tips on creating a “spa day” at home. It’s not very hard. You don’t have to do every ritual Michelle suggests but it would be fun to do it.
Stevie Wilson,
LA-Story.com
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