How to Turn Your Bathroom Into a Spa
spa: 8 affordable ideas that will turn your small bathroom into a spa. After a long day of work, there is nothing better for body and soul than a visit to the spa. But when the cold weather creeps in, most prefer to skip the expensive trip and just stay warm at home.
After a long day of work, the first thing you’re going to want to do is relax and de-stress. One of the best ways to do so is by treating yourself to a day at the spa. However, this is can be difficult to plan because it’s expensive and time-consuming. But what if we told you there was a way you could turn your very own bathroom into a spa? Turning your bathroom into a relaxing spa room can be done with a few inexpensive changes. Take a look below to find out how!
Declutter and clean
Before you make any big changes, it’s best to begin with a clean slate. This means decluttering and cleaning your bathroom so it’s neat as a button. To get started, get rid of any empty, expired, and unused products, such as shampoos, face scrubs, and lotions—only keep the ones you use. Store products such as cotton balls and cotton swabs in clear glass jars and hide towels and other products in drawers to reduce clutter. Once everything’s squared away, consider giving your bathroom a paint job. Earthy tones such as green, brown, grey, white, and light blue all offer calming effects that will make you feel relaxed.
Invest in a tub
There’s nothing like drifting away into a relaxed state in a warm bath filled with soothing bubbles and fresh fragrances. While investing in a new bathtub is the most expensive item on this list, it will not only serve as an excellent relaxation tool but will also increase your home’s value. For a simple yet elegant look, consider a clawfoot bathtub, some bath bombs, and a bath tray to place your glass of wine, book, and other necessities.
Use quality towels
Have you ever noticed how soft and plush spa towels are? That’s because they’re made from high-quality fabrics that keep you dry and won’t irritate your skin. Next time you’re shopping at a department store or online, look for bath towels with a high thread count made from premier materials like bamboo or long staple cotton.
Add an oil diffuser
Oil diffusers have many proven benefits, such as the ability to reduce stress, improve sleep, decongest, relieve pain, and control appetite. The next time you come home from a stressful day at work, draw a bath and turn on your oil diffuser. The best oils to use to relieve stress and improve your wellbeing are lavender, rosemary, peppermint, and frankincense.
Bring plants indoors
There’s nothing like the great outdoors—fresh air, the birds chirping, warm sun beating on your skin. Bring a piece of nature indoors with houseplants! Houseplants are a great addition to any bathroom and room within the house. Why? Not only do they add a splash of color, but studies found placing plants indoors can purify the air, reduce stress, promote productivity, and help you sleep better. They’re also great for decorating a small bathroom without adding too much clutter.
Some houseplants you may want to consider placing in your bathroom include succulents, spider plants, orchids, bamboo, sword ferns, aloe vera, and snake plants. Even better, bathrooms create the perfect environment for plants as they’re typically warm and humid, and also have easy access to water.
Buy a new shower head
If you don’t have enough room or the means to buy a new bathtub, a simple and affordable fix is buying a new shower head. A shower head also won’t take up any extra space in your bathroom, which can lead to it feeling cluttered, and you’ll most likely use your shower head more often than a bathtub.
With that said, buy a massaging shower head. Massaging shower heads have different settings and pressures that will relax your body and put you at ease. Additionally, a massaging shower head can relieve tension, promote a deeper massage, and target specific areas. To further improve your shower, consider installing acrylic shower panels for a more refined and sophisticated look.
Play music
Do you have a certain song that brings back special memories every time you listen to it? That’s because our brains have the ability to differentiate music and noise, and when we listen to music we like, our brains release dopamine (the chemical that makes us happy). The next time you need to de-stress from work, take a soothing bath or shower, and create a playlist with positive, relaxing songs. Doing so will improve your mood, reduce stress, ease pain, improve cognition, and enhance your memory.
Key takeaways
Looking for a way to improve your life and your home? Turn your bathroom into a spa! Turning on an oil diffuser, wrapping yourself in a luxurious towel, and buying plants are some of the ways you can create your own at-home spa. With these seven tips, you’ll be able to take a deep breath and let all of your worries disappear, even if it’s only for an hour or so.