We review indulgent at-home treatments to bring the spa experience home whenever you fancy some pampering and relaxation. From aromatherapy oils to soothing masks, we have everything you need to rejuvenate your body and mind.
1. Purifying Face Mask
The Body Shop Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask 15ml (£6) / 75ml (£18)
This powerful, purifying charcoal face mask draws out impurities, removes excess oils, and unclogs pores whilst gently exfoliating skin. This cool and refreshing clay mask gives a tingling sensation when you first apply it. Made with Himalayan bamboo charcoal, green tea leaves and Fair Trade tea tree oil it leaves you with softer, smoother feeling skin, and pores look reduced to reveal a glowing complexion.
2. Brightening Eye Serum
SVR Ampoule Refresh Eye Serum 15ml (£29)
Apply this soothing morning serum to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, under-eye bags, and dark circles throughout the day. Enriched with caffeine, it stimulates skin around the eyes, encourages micro-circulation, and decongests skin to act on dark circles and under-eye bags. Formulated with peptides and hyaluronic acid to smooth, firm, and hydrate around the eyes, ready for the day. Use the metal pipette to massage the serum directly into the targeted area for an instant refreshing effect.
3. Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment
Beauty Works Pearl Nourishing Argan Oil Mask 250ml (£11.99)
Beauty Works Pearl Nourishing Argan Oil Mask is a conditioning treatment specially formulated to repair, restructure and nourish all hair types. It’s enriched with organic Argan oil, milk protein, and keratin, and gives hair an intense glossy finish, improves softness, and shine. Plus, it’s safe to use with bonded extensions.
4. Bath & Body Oil
Soak Sunday Cleo’s Paradise Botanical Bath & Body Oil 200ml (£14)
Soothe skin and mind with this botanical blend of almond, oat, and vegan manuka oils. Cleo’s Paradise Botanical Bath & Body Oil will de-stress your senses with its intoxicating scent. Calming chamomile and soothing jojoba nourish skin whilst easing mind, body, and spirit. Pour a generous amount into the tub, sink into a hot bath and breathe in the intoxicating aroma, letting your worries soak away. Or apply directly to damp skin as a nourishing body oil.
5. Aromatherapy Shower
Neal’s Yard Remedies Ylang Ylang Organic Essential Oil 10ml (£11)
Whilst baths are perfect for a deeply relaxing soak, if you don’t have access to one or aren’t much of a bath person, you can still create a spa-like experience for your shower. Choose a relaxing essential oil such as Neal’s Yard Remedies Ylang Ylang Organic Essential Oil and add a few drops to a damp flannel or sponge. Place this on the floor in front of you as you shower to allow steam to release the scents.
6. Rejuvenating Body Scrub
Soak Sunday Cleo’s Paradise Botanical Body Scrub (£16)
This nourishing botanical body scrub gently cleanses and exfoliates to reveal smooth, supple skin. It’s natural sea salt infused with nutrient-rich sweet almond, oat, chamomile, and vegan manuka oils to slough away dead skin cells for improved circulation and unblocked pores, leaving skin with a healthy glow. Massage onto damp skin in gentle upwards circular motions, 1-2 times per week. This nurturing scrub will soothe your senses with its luscious scent and will get your limbs Spring-ready in no time.
7. Moisturising Foot Treatment
Nails.INC Thirsty Feet Moisturising Foot Mask (£5)
Relieve dry, tired feet with the Thirsty Feet Moisturising Foot Mask from Nails.INC. Apply it to clean, dry feet, and wear the booties for 15-20 minutes. A powerful blend of green tea, Gingko leaf extract, sweet almond, and peppermint extract boost moisture and suppleness for long-lasting results.
8. Hydrating Body Butter
The Body Shop Moringa Softening Body Butter 50ml (£6) / 200ml (£16)
After your at-home spa treatments, you’ll need to lock in moisture with a hydrating body butter that smells divine but not overpowering. Try Moringa Body Butter for a satisfyingly nourishing treat. Enriched with Moringa seed oil, your skin will feel more soft and supple after use, and one application lasts for 24 hours.
9. Soothing Scented Candle
NEOM Perfect Night’s Sleep Scented Candle – Travel size (£16)
NEOM Perfect Night’s Sleep Scented Candle is infused with pure essential oils to help you relax and prepare for a deeper night’s sleep.
A complex blend of natural fragrances and essential oils, including English lavender, precious jasmine, and sweet basil, is expertly blended to help you relax and gently drift away.
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