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The home spa - far more than just a wellness trend

Spas are a real asset if you long for a little break from everyday life every now and then. You consciously take time out, go to the spa of your choice, slip into a warm, fluffy bathrobe and let yourself be pampered. Sometimes all you need is a sauna, heat cabin or a swim in the pool. Sometimes you need the complete package with everything that goes with it - an aromatic oil massage, mask, heat, etc. combined with a relaxing atmosphere and fragrances can work wonders and achieve the desired relaxation from everyday life. Simply escape all the stress and indulge in soothing moments; don't think about anything, just be in the moment and enjoy. Sounds good, doesn't it? Have you enjoyed this idea? But can't get away and visit a spa just like that? This article will show you how you can create your own wellness oasis at home, because it doesn't take much. You'll be surprised by some clever tricks that will enable you to reduce your trip to the spa to just a few steps within your own four walls.

Your home wellness for every day

What does it take to make yourself comfortable? How do we relax? In many cases, a visit to the spa is the answer to these questions, but it is not always possible to stop by the spa for a break. There can be various reasons for this - lack of time, the fact that the nearest spa is not always just around the corner or the cost, as wellness often comes at a price. Those who regularly visit such resorts usually leave a corresponding sum for the services on site. So what is the alternative? Home spa is the magic word that not only describes a trend or lifestyle, but also expresses what many of us long for: Relaxation for the home. This is where we spend most of our time, so the idea of setting ourselves up here to put ourselves in a state of deep relaxation seems to make sense. It is the little things in life that are known to trigger great things in us: Colors, smells, sounds of soft music or light, for example. What's more, the "spa moment" starts in the mind. It is a feeling that we give ourselves when we want to relax and unwind.

And with simple means, you can succeed in giving this feeling a space: for example, you can concentrate on a specific room in your apartment or house when redesigning to generate focus and awareness. "This is the place where I can retreat and be by myself", with this thought you create a construct that can definitely help you to calm down. Consciously make time for your needs. As people who live by habits and rituals, it is also useful to choose a specific time, how about every Wednesday evening? Or once a month for a whole day?

The home spa as a personal feel-good place

Separate your time for yourself from everyday life so that you can fully immerse yourself in your spa moment. With this knowledge, you are now ideally positioned to devote yourself to the redesign: Give your bathroom a new lease of life and paint it in a color of your choice as a beautiful project; shades such as fir green or crimson red trigger feelings of security in many people due to their dark, deep coloring and can serve as inspiration. Or you can go for a sophisticated shade such as gold to approximate the luxurious feel of a spa. No time to paint? No problem, the potpourri of possibilities is colorful! Go wild - the main thing is that you enjoy it. You can also bring the power of nature into your home and put up a few plants. Or buy a small selection of face masks. Or get some candles for a pleasant, warm light. Especially recommended: scented oils. Last but not least, essential oils belong on the list, their influence on human well-being should not be underestimated; available almost everywhere, they are not a cost or effort factor and with the right fragrance you can really transport yourself to another world and immerse yourself in a state of deep relaxation and serenity.