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We all have stress in our lives. In fact, did you know that chronic stress is linked to 6 of the leading causes of death?  So, you owe it to yourself to de-stress. What better way than to create your own spa at home!

Here are a few tips to do just that!

1. Get rid of any disruptions or distractions. Let your family or roommates know, so they can give you some space. Turn off your cell phone and unplug your landline (if you have one)
2. Set the mood: Get an essential oil diffuser and light some candles!
3. Make detox water: Add some of your favorite fruit to filtered water or try some of THESE RECIPES. or one of the combinations below:
4. Gather your supplies: Get into a comfy robe and slippers and gather your spa recipes.
5. Steam your pores: Fill a bowl with steamy water, put a towel over your head and relax for 5 to 10 minutes.
6. Take care of your feet!
7. Pamper your face
8. Use a body scrub – Hop in the shower and wash down with your favorite body scrub
9. Apply a hair mask 
10. Take a hot bath. with your favorite bath salts

Now that you have the basics of a spa day, you need some recipes. Below are 11 recipes for you from head to toe! (Literally!) Enjoy, rest and relax!

Lime & Mint Foot Soak Recipe

with printable Label

By: Tidymom.net

To make the foot soak, combine 2 cups of Epsom salts with 1/2 cup baking soda and zest of one lime in a large bowl, and add  3-4 drops of lime essential oil and 3-4 drops of peppermint essential oil. Stir with wooden spoon to mix thoroughly. (optional, you could add just a drop of green food coloring if you’d like) Pour the mixture into a jaror bag, and use within a few weeks.

*store in a cool dark place, like refrigerator if using lime zest.  If you’d like it to keep longer, omit the zest.

For complete article FOLLOW THIS LINK

PDF LIME AND MINT FOOT SOAK LABEL SHEET

PEPPERMINT FOOT SCRUB

By: A nourished Life

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup Epsom salts
• ¼ cup baking soda
• 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
• 5 drops peppermint essential oil

For the complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK

DIY Foot Balm

By: Elena’s Pantry

Ingredients

• ¼ cup shea butter
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ ounce piece of beeswax, grated
• 10 drops essential oil of vanilla
• 10 drops essential oil of peppermint

For the complete recipe, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

Citrus Sugar Scrub Cubes

By: The Idea Room

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup Almond Oil
• 1/2 cup Shredded Soap
• 3-4 drops of Essential Oil
• 1 cup Sugar

For the complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

Edible “Mud” Mask

By: Mom Makes Joy

Ingredients:

• 2-3 Tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp. cocoa powder
• 1 tsp. buttermilk
• ¼-1/2 of a banana, mashed
• 1 tsp. honey
• 1 tsp. lemon juice

For the complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

Rose Water Toner

By: Noob Cook

Ingredients:

• 20 grams rose buds rinsed; preferably organic
• 300 ml distilled pure water boiled

You also need:

• strainer and funnel
• spray bottle

For complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

Peppermint Cocoa Lip Balm

By: Mom Makes Joy

INGREDIENTS

• Coconut oil
• Beeswax pellets
• Cocoa butter wafers
• Vitamin E oil
• Peppermint essential oil

For the complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

DIY Eye soothers

By: Martha Stewart

Ingredients:

• Two chamomile, green, or black tea bags
• Four metal spoons
• Whole milk or cream
• Cotton balls
• Small bowl
• Two 1/2-inch-thick cucumber slices
• Bed of ice
• Two egg whites
• Witch hazel
• Brush

For the complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

Moisturizing Hair Mask

By: Pretty Gossip

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of honey.
• 1 medium-sized avocado.

For the complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

Vinegar and Honey Hair Rinse

By: Pop Sugar

The Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 5 drops rosemary oil

For the complete recipe and article, FOLLOW THIS LINK.

Sea Salt Bath Soak

By: Toilet Tree Products

Ingredients:

• 2 cups plain Epsom Salts
• 1 cup Sea Salt or Kosher Salt
• A few drops of essential oil (optional) – See chart below for our favorite combinations
• A few drops of food coloring (optional)
• Glass Jar
• Bowl
• Spoon

About the author:  Tamara Hoerner. is a student at Hawthorn University working toward a Master of Science in Health and Nutrition Education.

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