As this is a new idea I’m approaching it in a simple manner.
My home isn’t actually a spa and I share my house so I have to be realistic.
I started with a pedicure as my toenails needed the most attention today and thought this is a way to fit whole day spa days into our busy schedules or to fit in or around other people and their needs.
What I’ve decided to do is just a few things each time.
Pedicure
Even though it sounds simple it took loads of preparation.
I soaked my feet in magnesium flakes.
BetterYou
Magnesium Flakes 1000g
Description
What is it?
BetterYou Magnesium Flakes are a cost-effective way to indulge in the many benefits of magnesium chloride baths. These flakes are a concentrated form of magnesium chloride. Soaking in magnesium flakes as a bath, or a foot soak, provides a relaxing, at home treatment.
Suitable for everyone!
Trimmed my toenails straight across.
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Toenail Scissors
Product details
These toenail scissors are long handles with straight blades to allow a healthy straight cut. Specifically designed for use on harder nails and toenails.
Learnt how to do a proper spa toe nail from the Lizzie video.
Not everyone likes this type of way to do toenails, gets a bit of getting used to, but I like it now, learnt from another video you can file the edges.
(There are more ideas and products for your pedicure in this blog.)
Then finished by filing across the top and the edges.
So next time I will paint my toenails.
Facial
Did my usual basic routine.
To hydrate I tried #Nutrogena
A few drops of this serum followed by the water gel moisturiser
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If felt really smooth afterwards, later in the evening my cheek area went red. This is sensitivity left from my skin problem. I’m allright now, but need to be careful with this area.
I then applied Weleda to add more moisture and address the blemishes.
This cream has cleared one side of my face from blemishes, so will hopefully clear and smooth the other side.
I kind of forgot my main problem area are my cheeks.
Think this has made me more aware and every time they feel red or dry put loads of hydrating cream on.
Will try the face wash and night cream tonight.
Think this is why I’m slow at trying new products as I have to be careful.
Decollatage spritz
Sprayed Nutrogena on my decollatage another dry area and it still feels moisturised.
Really happy with this.
Another handy cooling spray to hydrate skin through summer.
Also great for the drying English winters.
Really like spray on body moisturiser when you want a quick hydration boost.
Hand Cream
As I ran out of time, decided to just use some handcream; keep it on my chair, need to start using it more often.
Love Nivea products.
This sinks in really quickly without being sticky and so forth.
Spa Shampoo
Later in the evening I did a spa shampoo.
Tried a new sea Magik shampoo.
Sea Magik
Magnesium + Argan Oil Shampoo 300ml
Purchased this as it addresses dry hair that is from hair colourant.
I only use semi permanent, but it still creates dryness.
Also interested how magnesium works on hair.
Description
Sea Magik Magnesium + Argan Oil Shampoo 300ml
- A miracle worker in restoring shine and hydration.
- Suitable for dull, dry hair types
- Sustainable packaging- bottle made using bio-based sugar cane plastic. Please recycle after use.
A deeply nourishing shampoo to give incredible shine and hydration to dry, damaged or coloured hair.
Formulated with a concentrated Magnesium flakes to remineralise and revive hair and wonder oil Argan, rich in anti-oxidants and vitamins.
Directions:
Massage into wet hair and rinse thoroughly with fresh warm water. Follow with Magnesium + Argan Oil Conditioner for a full hydrating Spa hair treatment.
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Review
This has made my hair look thicker, but of course the split ends are still there. Was hoping they would be more flat.
Think I will try the conditioner also.
It does feel smoother.
Wonder if the shine takes time, should of addressed this sooner maybe.
Tried a lot of products that didn’t work during covid, now will hopefully sort it out again.
Leave in Argan Oil Treatment
Finished off with this, ‘go to’ product as it matches the argan oil.
Dr Organic
Moroccan Argan Oil Hair Treatment Serum 100ml
Description
- It help to detangles hair & eliminates frizz
- Instantly absorbed by the hair for a silky, smooth finish & noticeable shine
- Conditions your hair, leaving it with the scent of Patchouli, Cinnamon and Rosewood blended with African organic extracts
Luxurious yet ultra-light, Dr Organic Moroccan Argan Hair Treatment Serum is instantly absorbed by the hair for a silky, smooth finish with a noticeable shine. Dr Organic has combined the natural properties of Organic Moroccan Argan Oil with a range of organic essential oils and fruit extracts to create an absorbent hair treatment serum. This formula conditions your hair, leaving it smooth and shiny with the scent of Patchouli, Cinnamon and Rosewood blended with African organic extracts. Found in the nuts of the argan tree, Moroccan Argan oil has been treasured by the Moroccan people for hundreds of years. Commonly used in cooking, it is also used in skin and hair products due to its moisturising and conditioning properties. Whilst it’s known for its effects on the skin, it’s also been used traditionally as a hair conditioner and is a rich source of vitamin E and essential fatty acids. Nourish your hair with Dr Organic Moroccan Argan Hair Treatment Serum from Holland & Barrett today.
Directions:
After shampooing and conditioning use a small amount in the palm of the hand and massage through towel dry hair, style as desired. To control frizz and protect hair, apply a few drops to dry hair as often as required. For best results use Dr Organic Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo and Conditioner. Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid contact with eyes.
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Spa snack
In the afternoons on spa day I sometimes get a bit hungry, so decided to try out different spa and healthfood snacks.
Today I had a metabolism tea bag with seaweed thins.
lost 2lbs as part of a slimming week.
I drank these teabags with my slimming week and have been pleased with the fast result.
Wasn’t sure about nettle, but you mainly taste mint.
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Itsu
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Review
A really flavoursome light almost calorie free spa snack.
Was enjoyable to have a little treat waiting after my spa Ritual.
This is really quick and simple, hope to discover more ideas.
Conclusion
Just because a whole spa day is a ritual it doesn’t mean it has to be complicated.
Some days we need to focus on certain areas more than others.
Some days we feel like taking it easy with simple ideas.
On other days we might have a lot of spare time and be in the mood for more time consuming products.
This simple day has hopefully created a foundation to build on.
I used to do whole spa days and was a lot faster, so hopefully these ideas will be more detailed and up to date.
I’ll just be doing home spa ideas as I’m not an expert.
But women have done these ideas at home since you could purchase home spa products.
I have found a lot of it works, so hopefully find more products on this journey.
Hope you enjoy this blog
Saphire
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