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Spa Recipes for Home

Who says you can't bring the relaxing atmosphere of the spa to your home? You can recreate the delicious recipes of both the food and skin treatments without spending a lot of money. Spas are famous for using natural ingredients that leave your body and mind feeling great. Treat yourself to a truly luxuriating experience without ever leaving your home.

  1. Skin Treatments

    • Give yourself an exfoliating treatment that will leave your skin smooth and silky. Mix 2 cups ground coffee (choose vanilla or another fragrant blend), 1/2 cup raw sugar, and 3 tbsp. massage oil. In a warm shower, massage the mixture over your skin and rinse. Give your body some much-needed moisture by beating together 3 eggs and 3 avocados for a mask. Apply over your skin for 15 minutes. Wash your body thoroughly and towel dry. Pamper your face with a cucumber mask consisting of 1 tbsp. yogurt, 1 tbsp. parsley and 1 tbsp. cucumber. Allow your skin to absorb for 10 minutes and wash.

    Spa Meals

    • People flock to spas for their tasty, healthy meals. Many of the ingredients include fresh produce, lean meats, fish and whole grains. Visit your local farmer's market or farm. Otherwise, choose only vegetables and fruits at the prime of their season. Make fantastic starters such as sliced heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, Buffalo mozzarella and olive oil. Prepare lunches consisting of fresh seafood salads, whole wheat pasta and goat cheese marinara, and chicken pesto on a bed of wilted spinach, with a touch of bacon. End your day of pampering with poached salmon on wild rice, an assortment of sushi or curry chicken salad.

    Desserts & Treats

    • Living healthy doesn't mean you have to deny yourself treats. Desserts are popular at many spas. Sorbets, fruit parfaits and blueberry cornbread muffins make you feel like you're living the high life. Set the ambiance of your home spa by playing relaxing music and turning off your phone. Eating with your bathrobe on is just part of the spa experience. You may enjoy your day so much, you'll want to do it every month.

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