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If you want to look for ways to relieve stress with your special someone at home, you are in the right place. That’s because we will teach you how to turn your room into a romantic home spa.
Why a Spa Date Nights at Home Sounds Like a Good Idea
It goes without saying that going to a spa to get a massage is one of the best ways to relieve stress. And what better to enjoy it than doing it with your partner?
However, we are aware that such romantic gestures can also be expensive. Luckily, you can have a date night and spa at home.
Here’s how:
Learn How to Give a Proper Massage
If you want to save on money, consider giving your partner a massage yourself rather than hiring a masseuse. If you do not know how to do it properly, you can watch videos online for some tips.
You cannot go wrong in following the procedures of giving a full-body massage. And yes, there is a proper procedure to do it. There are also precautions you should keep in mind, such as covering unattended body parts of your partner with a towel.
And while you are at it, find out what things you will need to set up a home spa.
Give a Hand Massage
If a full-body massage sounds too much for you, you can start with something simple like a hand massage. Mind you; this is a practical activity for couple therapy.
What’s great about this is that you can give each other a hand massage whether you are on the couch or in the bedroom. You can also find a couple of helpful videos on doing the hand massage properly.
Hand massage comes with a couple of medical benefits, but it is also known to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.
Make DIY Face Masks
Having a spa date night is all about being zen. You can make a part out of it!
That said, take the time to make some face masks. This can be a perfect bonding moment while preparing everything you might need for your home spa.
There are plenty of face mask recipes that you can find online. Applying Bentonite clay on each other’s faces might be enough, but you can also get fancy with a cocoa and avocado hydration mask:
- Mash a quarter of an avocado in a bowl.
- Stir in one tablespoon each of cocoa powder and honey.
- Max and mix well before applying.
The avocado can help hydrate your skin, while the cocoa powder is known to be an antioxidant. Remember to wash off the face mask after ten minutes.
Have a Bath for Two
If you have a bathtub at home, consider soaking in a warm bath for two.
What you need to do is add some spa essentials to your bath like bubbles, essential oils, or Epsom salt. That way, you can spend time while having a relaxing bath together.
You can also light up a couple of scented candles to set up the mood. What’s important is that you take this opportunity to relax and reconnect with your partner.
Do a Foot Soak
Do you not have a bathtub? You can do a foot soak instead!
First, set the mood by lighting some scented candles. Pour in hot water in a plastic tub, sprinkle some Epsom salt, and add a few drops of essential oil. And then you can soak your feet until the water becomes cold.
Foot soaks are a great stress reliever, ease any pain or discomfort in your feet, and help prevent an athlete’s foot.
Order a Spa Kit for Two
If you have more budget, perhaps this is something you can do. This is also ideal if you cannot be bothered buying all items from different stores.
A spa kit can include a foot massager and every ingredient you might need, like essential oils and salt scrubs.
You can also buy an aromatherapy set. That way, your bedroom will smell nice while giving your partner a massage. Make sure to play some ambient sounds to set up the mood and make the environment as relaxing as it can be.
Do Yoga Together
If you are the kind of couple who are into adventures, perhaps doing an activity together would suit you. This is where doing yoga together comes in.
There are plenty of yoga programs for men and women that you can follow. You can also watch and follow basic yoga exercises on YouTube.
In case you do not know, couples yoga can be beneficial for your relationship. Simply doing it with your partner can help you feel more satisfied in your relationship. It also improves your intimacy and sex life while fostering communication and trust between you and your partner.
And more of all, yoga allows you to relieve stress and anxiety. This explains why doing yoga with your partner can help strengthen your body and bond.
Make Light Snacks
No date night is complete without health, light snacks. However, you do not need to make something grand.
A quinoa fruit salad will do. All you need are some mangoes and mixed berries that you can add to your bowl of quinoa. You can even drizzle it with honey if you want it extra sweet.
The best part? You can have the leftovers for tomorrow’s breakfast.
Being Romantic Doesn’t Have to be Grand
Spending time with your partner and having a relaxing date night does not have to be expensive and fancy. Instead, you can follow these tips to turn your room into a home spa for a date night:
- Learn how to give a proper massage
- Give a hand massage
- Make DIY face masks
- Have a bath for two
- Do a foot soak
- Order a spa kit for two
- Do yoga together
- Make light snacks
The key here is spending time with your loved one and making the most out of it. And when you follow the tips listed above, you can have a memorable date night within the comforts of your home.
