Who doesn’t love a spa day? There’s nothing quite like spending a few hours being pampered and relaxing at a luxury day spa. But let’s be real – not all of us can afford regular spa visits. No worries! With just a little effort, you can create a relaxing spa experience right in the comfort of your own home.

Here are 5 luxurious home spa treatments you can do on your own that will make you feel like you just spent a small fortune at an upscale resort. Oh, and did we mention they’re budget-friendly too? Win-win!

Start with a Soothing Bath

A long, leisurely bath is one of the ultimate ways to relax and unwind. Make your bath extra special by adding elements that will stimulate your senses – sight, smell, touch – for a truly indulgent experience.

First – set the mood. Dim the lights, light a few candles and cue up some chill tunes. For scent, add 5-10 drops of your favourite essential oils like lavender, eucalyptus or vanilla. You can also toss in a bath bomb or dried flowers like rose petals or chamomile.

To up the lux factor, pour in a capful of milk or honey for silky soft skin. Or try a scoop of Epsom salts to help ease muscle tension. Top it off by sipping a glass of bubbly or a cup of hot tea while you soak. Ahhhh…bliss!

Give Yourself a Facial

Facials are one of the most popular spa treatments for good reason – deep cleansing and nourishing ingredients leave your skin looking fresh and glowing.

Luckily, you don’t need to spend a fortune at a medi-spa to get similar results at home. Here are some easy DIY facial recipes you can whip up with pantry items:

Yogurt & Honey Face Mask: The lactic acid in yogurt smooths and brightens while raw honey hydrates. Mix 2 tbsp plain yogurt with 1 tsp honey and apply to clean skin. Let sit 10-15 minutes before rinsing.

Oatmeal & Honey Exfoliant: Oatmeal gently scrubs away dead skin cells while honey softens. Mix 1 tbsp honey with 3 tbsp dry oatmeal and massage onto damp skin in circular motions. Rinse and pat dry.

Avocado & Honey Moisturiser: Mash up 1/2 an avocado with 1 tbsp honey for an ultra-nourishing mask. Leave on 10-15 minutes then rinse off with warm water.

Finish with an easy DIY toner like diluted apple cider vinegar to balance pH. Lightly mist your face then apply your favourite moisturiser. Your skin will feel plump and renewed!

Give Yourself a Luxurious Scalp & Hair Treatment

No spa day is complete without some serious hair pampering. Turn your shower into a salon-worthy experience with a deep conditioning hair masque. The steam from the shower helps the treatment penetrate strands even further.

Try this rejuvenating olive oil hair treatment: Mix 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil with the juice of 1 lemon. Apply throughout damp hair from roots to ends. Cover with a shower cap and let sit 30 minutes, then shampoo and condition as usual. The vitamins and fatty acids in olive oil will leave hair incredibly soft and shiny.

You can also give yourself a scalp massage while the treatment soaks in. Use your fingertips to rub small circles all over your head. This stimulates blood flow and feels ahhh-mazing. Rinse out the mask and enjoy beautiful, healthy locks.

Indulge in a Mani-Pedi Session

Get frequent manicures and pedicures? Same. But it’s such a splurge. DIY spa-worthy nails at home for a fraction of the cost.

Start by removing old polish and filing/shaping nails into your desired shape. Then give yourself a luxurious hand and foot soak – try a bowl of warm water, milk and honey. The milk proteins soften skin while honey hydrates.

Or for an extra rejuvenating foot bath, use the natural tea tree oil foot therapy soak by Kerasal. This soothing formula helps revive tired, achy feet.

Also worth noting that Kerasal is running a really cool campaign for National Foot Health Awareness Month in April. It’s all about showing some love to hardworking feet, like teachers, healthcare workers and others on their feet all day.

Starting April 8, they’re selecting winners each week to get free footcare gift packages. How nice is that? Then at the end, some lucky winners will become “Footcare Ambassadors” and score $500 visa cards.

We love brands that give back like that. Kerasal wants to remind people that feet deserve care too, especially if you’re someone constantly on the go. So, tag them on Instagram and share your story – you never know!

Ok, back to our at-home spa sesh…after a nice long soak, it’s time to exfoliate and moisturise.

Use a moisturising scrub to exfoliate – mix 1 tsp olive oil + 2 tsp sugar or sea salt and massage into hands and feet. Rinse and apply a rich cream like shea butter to lock in moisture.

Pick your favourite polish colours and apply two coats along with a top coat. Consider using a foot mask or paraffin wax treatment while nails dry for ultra-soft feet. Finish by massaging in lotion. Your hands and feet will look and feel runway-ready.

Melt Away Stress with a Massage

A massage is truly one of life’s greatest pleasures. While a professional massage is ideal, you can still mimic parts of the experience at home.

Have your partner give you a massage using a scented oil like grapeseed, almond or coconut. Lavender oil is especially relaxing. Or put those vibrating back massagers to work targetting tight spots.

Get hard-to-reach spots like your lower back with a tennis ball or foam roller. Lean into it and roll slowly up and down for a DIY deep tissue experience. Use circular motions to massage hands, temples, feet and more.

Play some nature sounds or instrumental music to enhance relaxation. Dim the lights and make sure the room is a comfortable temperature. After your massage, drink some herbal tea and just breathe. Bliss!

Bonus: Schedule Some “Me Time”

Ultimately, any home spa experience isn’t complete without one major component – you time! Schedule in some time after your DIY spa treatments to simply relax and be mindful.

Journal, take a power nap, sip some tea while reading…whatever fills you up. No phones, no distractions – just quality time recharging YOU. Your mind, body and soul will thank you.

Treating yourself to regular home spa experiences is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. And you don’t have to spend a fortune or go anywhere.

Clear your schedule, turn on your fave music, pour a glass of wine and indulge in some much-deserved “me time.” Because you deserve it!