In stressful times like these during Coronavirus outbreak, it is more important than ever to create time for self-care. If you are looking for relaxing ways during quarantine, below are some mini spa treatments that you can create an oasis in your home.
Herbal teas, which have been used in traditional medicine for centuries, have the potential to relieve stress, calm your mind and body, support brain health and boost your immune system.
Here are two of our favorite blends:
Chamomile + Lavender: soothes and relaxes the mind and body
Ginger + Turmeric: fights respiratory problems and relieves stress
Apply A Luxury Face Mask
Applying face mask has been the symbol of the ultimate form of self care. They help us maintain our skin and sanity during stressful times.
Our masks and treatments use concentrated amounts of vitamins and nutrients to reveal a radiant, youthful glow. You can purchase one from our online store here: PURCHASE A FACE MASK HERE
Once you’re ready, follow these tips to apply a face mask properly: HOW TO APPLY A FACE MASK PROPERLY
Enjoy a Glass of Detox Water
“Detox” water is infused with fresh fruits, vegetables or herbs, usually overnight. While it won’t necessarily detoxify your system, it will provide the hydration your body needs plus, it’s delicious).
Here are a few of our favorite fruit-infused water combinations:
Cucumber + Mint
Strawberry + Basil
Grapefruit + Rosemary
Berry + Green Tea
Give Yourself A Hand Massage
An easy way to unwind is to give yourself a five-minute hand massage. This type of massage not only releases tension after a day spent typing but also calms the nervous system and enhances circulation.
Let’s get started.
Warm a few drops of your favorite body oil or lotion between your palms and follow the instructions on the image.
Meditate
It’s no secret that meditation is incredibly beneficial for mind and body health. For thousands of years, it has been celebrated for its ability to train the mind to focus, stay in the present moment and gain a deeper awareness of self and surroundings. With regular practice, meditation has been shown to impart the following benefits:
- Relaxes the mind and body
- Lowers cortisol levels and relieves stress
- Increases feelings of positivity and happiness
- Enhances communication and decision-making
- Improves memory and focus
Unsure how to start a meditation practice? Try adding five minutes of mindful breathing to your daily routine:
- Sit comfortably
- Close your eyes and relax your body
- Slowly inhale through your nose and out your mouth
- Breathe deeply, filling your lungs and expanding your diaphragm
- Focus on the sensation of breath entering and leaving your body
- Follow your breath in and out for five minutes
- When your mind wanders, return to your breath
Give Yourself a Relaxing Spa Facial
Taking an hour out of your day to treat yourself to a facial can be satisfying, relaxing and is essential for maintaining beautiful, glowing and healthy skin. A facial is a multi-step, multi-purpose skin treatment including a variety of products. If you don’t have all individual skin care products at home, we offer skin care sets in one package to make it easier (and more affordable) for the perfect solution for you to get started – and they make great gifts too!
VIEW THE LIST OF OUR SKIN CARE KITS HERE.
Declutter
Minimize clutter to promote a more peaceful home and make yourself more focused, relaxed, and productive. Now is the perfect time to do a little spring cleaning.
Human brain is wired to respond positively to order. In an organized space, your brain doesn’t have to work so hard. This leaves you feeling calm and energized.
Lip balm is a quick fix for chapped lips, but regular exfoliation is the key to keeping them soft and smooth for longer.
We recommend exfoliating your lips using a gentle scrub as suggested below or even a soft toothbrush. You can remove peeling skin on the lips by gently scrubbing the area in a circular motion with your toothbrush. Here’s one of our favorite homemade lip scrub:
or, purchase this Eminence Organics Lip Trio Kit for a soft and smooth picture-perfect pout now available at our Online Store!
A gratitude journal is simply an ongoing list of things that you are thankful for.
The idea is that you write down two or three things each and every day that are blessings in your life. It only takes a few minutes a day, but it can give you a lasting mood boost that can take you from feeling “okay” to feeling “great” on a more regular basis.
The best time to start a gratitude journal is now.
An aromatherapy bath is at once a soothing retreat, moisturizing treatment for the skin, and reviving experience. Add milk or one of our popular handmade all-natural aromatherapy bath salts for the uplifting effects of detoxification and relaxation at home.
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To truly indulge, apply your favorite Eminence Organics face mask. Apply a thin layer with your fingertips and leave on while you soak into your bath. Afterward, remove the mask with a damp cloth to reveal a radiant-looking complexion. SHOP FACE MASKS HERE.
