A warm bubble bath, scented candles, soft and fluffy white towels, white robes, flattering lighting and not a care in the world. You know the feeling you get when you are soaking in a hotel suite or enjoying a day of pampering at a decadent spa, but did you know that its easy to create this environment in your own home? – here’s how:
Firstly, make sure your bathroom is clean from top to bottom – you don’t want to be searching behind old cotton balls for your favorite bath salts! Make room in bathroom cupboards by throwing out any bottles which are past their used by dates. Remove all traces of mould from showers and baths and open windows to remove any damp smells.
Make sure all bench tops are scrubbed clean and all traces of makeup removed from mirrors and sinks.
Invest in some gorgeous bottles to keep your new oils and lotions in or simply pick up some glass jars from the markets. Try Rozelle markets for some cheap finds. Jars can then be filled with bath salts or products to give a stunning accent colour to a plain white bathroom. Very eco chic!
Elegant mirrors are another way to give your bathroom a glamorous lift. Ornate French style mirrors in silver and mirrored glass are a clever and simple way to give your bathroom a spa feeling whilst keeping the look individual.
One of the best things about going to a spa is often the scents. The easiest way to create this ambiance is to light just one good quality candle and cover the rest of the room in unscented tea light candles. That way you won’t be overpowered by conflicting scents. The best way to tell when a candle is of good quality is actually not to light it! The scent of an unlit candle should fill the room without being lit. Jo Malone and Australian brand Kinikka are the experts in the field and their unlit candles will make your bathroom feel like a spa all through the day. Its always fun to try some new scents like the beautiful white tea and berries or if you are looking to relax then lavender is the way to go (just make sure you don’t nod off!)
Another gorgeous touch is fresh flowers. Depending on the season, you can alter the type of flowers you choose to suit your mood. Gardenia and Lily’s give a very strong romantic scent and feel to the room whereas a single gerbera can create a more fresh feel.
There is nothing worse than stepping onto cold and slippery tiles after a long soak so if your bathmat is scratchy and threadbare then its time to give it the toss and get yourself a fresh fluffy one. And if you are still using the lime green towels that mum gave you when you moved out then its time to splurge on a good quality matching set. Instead of the usual bath towels get hold of some bath sheets. These are extra large and even better when they are freshly washed and folded neatly in easy reach of the bath and ready for use. Don’t be tempted to purchase anything with too much embroidery, pattern or colour as you will quickly tire of this. Its much easier to work with crisp white tiles and towels and then accessorize with flowers and elegant bath salts or gels.
Often its the little things strewn across the floor which can make the room look untidy. White baskets are a great way to store those much needed products and magazines next to the bath when not in use.
Add that essential fluffy white robe and some matching slippers are you are ready to roll.
Now just sit back and relax, you will enjoy your at home spa that much more knowing all the hard work you have put in. All you need now is a glass of Champas and a good book!
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