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Plan A Pampering Day For The Bride To Be
Everybody knows that brides want to be pampered. Many bridesmaids plan spa says for their bride as a way to help her de-stress and to make her feel like the princess she longs to be. However, spa trips can be extremely expensive. They can also cause a bit of a moral dilemma for people who care about the environment. Many of the treatments and chemicals used in traditional products are harmful to the land and to the water. A natural, yet still relaxing alternative? Plan a pampering day for the bride to be at home. It will renew her body, refresh her spirit, and bring everyone closer together as the stress of wedding planning wears on.
Planning a DIY Spa Day
Once the date and time for the day of pampering have been set, it will be important to gather the tools, supplies, and products needed to create an oasis at home. Gather plush, fluffy towels; bathrobes, scented candles, and relaxing music to set the right tone. Shop for natural beauty products, and create recipes for natural foot baths and other treatments.
Planning a healthy meal is also important for creating a spa feel – and staying nourished. Create a fresh salad using seasonal, organic fruits and vegetables, prepare cucumber-infused water, a pitcher of green tea, and lay out a spread of organic cheeses and crackers as snacks. If meal preparation is too time consuming, call a local organic restaurant and set up a light, catered meal.
When inviting people to the pampering day, be clear about what will and will not be included. It is also nice to tack on a “no tech” rule for a natural spa day. Make everyone turn in their smartphones and tablets when they arrive, so that the focus will be on relaxation and, of course, the bride.
DIY Spa Treatments At Home
A home is not a spa, so there will be some things that just can’t be done in a living room. However, there are plenty of things that can be done in a small group setting that are fun and relaxing. DIY treatments that mimic the spa and stick to your all-natural theme include:
- Facial masks – Have a variety for people to choose from including cooling, hydrating, rejuvenating, and exfoliating facial treatments. Don’t forget cucumber slices for the eyes!
- Foot baths – A simple soak in warm water and Epsom salts can be extremely relaxing. Prepare a tea tree and mint foot scrub for an even more relaxing experience.
- Manicures – Don’t forget the hand and wrist massage.
- Steam facial – boil water on the stove and add some essential oil. Turn off the heat and have the bride put her head under a towel and breathe the steam for five minutes to open the pores.
- Hair masks – In a large group, this activity might be mess, so the hair mask may be reserved for the bride. Mix and match ingredients designed to nourish the hair like avocado, banana, honey, olive oil, eggs and gelatin.
As a party favors, send each bridesmaid home with a bag that includes samples of the natural products used at the party, copies of the music that was played, votive candles and a pair of fluffy slippers.
While a home may not be quite the same as an actual spa, the bride to be can be equally pampered in a home setting. With the right planning and the right natural treatments, a DIY spa day can be just as relaxing as a spa getaway.
About the Writer
Cassie Brewer
She is a makeup artist and freelance writer living in sunny Southern California.