How to make your own home spa

When you are looking to save some money on your regular spa dates, think about having your own “spa” at home. You may pamper and primp yourself for a lot less money than you will typically spend at an expensive day spa or beauty salon. You can even have a friend do the work so that it is more relaxing. Or, make a “girls’ night” out of it by having your friends pamper you in turn for you pampering them.

For your nails, set up a home pedicure or manicure station. Pick a favorite arm chair where you can be comfortable, and spread out your nail supplies. You will want nail polish remover, nail polish, nail files, nail clippers, lotion, and cuticle clippers.

With these supplies, you may start your nail treatment to attain pretty toes. If choosing to do a pedicure simply take off your ladies shoes, and soak your feet in a bowl full of warm, soapy water before working on your toenails.

Next, clip your nails, and then file them. It is good to make sure that each nail is about even, and that the tips are rounded. From there you can treat your cuticles by adding a bit of lotion and then pushing them down or clipping them. Once your cuticles are finished, rub lotion over your hands to soften them. You can then add your colored nail polish (unless you are doing a French pedicure). It is important to put at least two coats on when you are painting toenails, waiting a little while in between the coats. Finally, add some clear nail polish over the top.  This will ensure you and all your girlfriends will have some pretty feet to show off when wearing some cute ladies sandals.

You and your friends can also spend much of the time sharing and exchanging favorite beauty and makeup tips. Sometimes some of the best tips come from friends and acquaintances who know your current beauty habits and may have some good advice to help improve your look.

For your face, a facial mask may be a good idea. Find a good one at the drugstore and follow the directions on the container. These usually require you to spread the mask over your face and leave it on for about ten minutes. Afterward you can take a warm, damp cloth and use it to remove the mask. This will leave your skin soft and your pores clean. Getting a monthly facial is one of the most recommended beauty tips of spa professionals.

If you want to dye your hair, you will definitely want a friend or family member to help out. First follow the directions on the package, covering as much of your hair as possible. Afterward, have a partner touch up parts that you may have missed so that you have an even color.