Home "Spa" Gift Ideas

At home "spa " gifts!! 

These are incredible gifts- and affordable!

Bath Salts:

DIRECTIONS:

In a large glass or metal bowl, stir together...

2 cups Epsom Salt or Dead Sea Salt - or 1 cup of each (Do not use table salts, they will dry out skin!  And when using Dead Sea Salt, which I prefer, be sure to remove any dark pieces that may have slipped through processing.) 

1-2 teaspoons of baking soda, if desired (Makes skin soft.)

10-12 drops of essential oil (Lavender is best for a relaxing bath, Vanilla and Eucalyptus are also fabulous!)

You can also add a small amount of food coloring paste (the kind used for cake decorating) if desired, but it's not necessary. Not to much though- you don't want to stain your tub!

Next...

After you have stirred the salt really well ( the more you stir the more the wonderful scent begins to come through!), pour into pretty glass jars and attach lids.

For the Glass Jars... 

Use clean mason jars, baby food jars, or even spaghetti and jelly jars.  They are all perfect for homemade bath salt!

Relaxing Bath Soap

Foaming Vanilla Honey

1 cup sweet almond oil (light olive or sesame oil may be substituted)

1/2 cup honey

1/2 cup liquid soap

1 TBS vanilla extract

• Measure the oil into a medium bowl, then carefully stir in remaining ingredients until mixture is fully blended.
• Pour into a clean plastic bottle or glass jar with a tight-fitting stopper or lid. Shake gently before using.
• Use desired amount in the bathtub :under running water

Bath Jellies

Jellies: These can be made as luxurious home spa goodies or they can be packaged for the kids (set with toys inside). Great gifts!

Ingredients:

3/4 cup water

1 envelope unflavored gelatin

1/2 cup liquid soap (unscented–use shower gel, hand soap or bubble bath)

*Essential oil (choose your favorite–a few drops)

Directions:

• Bring water to a boil, remove from heat then slowly stir in and dissolve the gelatin. Slowly add liquid soap and stir to mix. Add essential oil, stir well.
• Pour liquid into a clean clear jar or container, seal and refrigerate overnight.

Once the mix gels, it’s ready to use. Just add a spoonful under running water in the tub for a bubbling treat (a tablespoon or two will do).

*If you wish, you can skip the essential oil and use liquid soaps that have a fragrance.

Notes: Use within a few weeks. Keep refrigerated and airtight to avoid mold.

If DIY isn't your style, visit the Ava Bella Day Spa website for gift-able spa treatments (or a little present for yourself!).