A foot spa is a great way to relax and unwind after a stressful day or week. Many spas include foot spa treatments, but they can be expensive. Also, some people simply prefer to be in their own home while relaxing. How can you create your own foot spa and give yourself the treat you deserve?
Get the Supplies
The supplies you use are an important part of the whole experience of your home foot spa. There are many products on the market, but it is a good idea to use care when making decisions and purchase them from a reputable company that is clear about the purity of their ingredients. Instead of purchasing whatever is cheapest, look for products with quality ingredients that will enrich the health of your feet and skin.
For a foot spa, first gather items such as a bowl large enough for the foot bath, a foot file, several towels and toenail clippers. You may also want Epsom salts and essential oils for the foot bath, along with lotion and nail polish.
Create the Right Atmosphere
Although you don’t need a special room for your foot spa, it will make the experience even more special if you set a peaceful atmosphere. Dim the lights in the bathroom and light some candles. The reason you will likely want to use your bathroom is because any water spills will be easy to clean up.
Select your favorite music, and choose a kind that helps any stress to disappear. Instead of trying to enjoy your foot spa when the rest of the house is running wild, wait until the kids are in bed or when you are home alone with no interruptions. Brew yourself an herbal tea to enjoy.
Steps to the Spa
If you have old nail polish on that you would like to change, remove it with nail polish remover and then clip your toenails. Next, fill up the large bowl with water as hot as you are comfortable with. It will cool quickly, so don’t leave it sitting around too long. Set a large towel underneath the bowl to catch any spills.
Add the Epsom salts, and a few drops of your favorite essential oil or oils to the water, along with a few drops of natural liquid soap. Sit down and soak your feet until the water begins to get cool. If you would like to sit longer, simply drain some water and refill the bowl to the top with hot water again.
Scrub your feet with the pumice stick or foot file. Use the various tools to clean up your nails and cuticles. Dry your feet off with a fresh towel and then massage lotion into your feet. Wipe any extra lotion off of your toes and apply polish to the nails.
A foot spa is one of the simple luxuries that can melt the stress of life away. Take some time and pamper yourself with this special treat. With the right tools and a little bit of extra time, you can create the beautiful and relaxing foot spa that you deserve to enjoy.