Spa Blog: Getaways, Features, Tips, Best Recipes, More
Every facet of this Insomnia Milk Bath is designed with rest in mind. Lavender, well known for it calming properties, milk, marjoram and essential oils.
June 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
We were delighted to find tips by Monica of The Yummy Life for adding natural fragrance to your home using simmering waters infused with spices, herbs, and fruit.
May 3, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This Keep It Clean Yoga Mat Spray is courtesy of Green Valley Aromatherapy. Tote this to your studio or gym, even the classroom for your child’s nap mats (if scents are permitted).
May 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
While peeling cannot always be avoided, you can reduce the likelihood that your skin will peel by taking proper care of it immediately after sun exposure.
July 14, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Our collection of “After Sun” relief recipes will come in handy when summer is approaching and you’ll be spending more time outdoors.
June 1, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Herbal Balms are for external soothing pain relief. Here is a simple DIY version you’ll enjoy trying.
May 1, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Plantain (the botanical, not the starchy fruit) is a common weed in your yards and garden — but did you know it also serves as an excellent medicinal remedy? It’s a wonderful treatment for bug bites and stings, but also minor burns and abrasions, rashes, eczema, and psoriasis. Make some of this healing plantain cream and keep it on hand this summer. This natural cream help bites and stings.
March 25, 2017 | Spa Index
Ginger tea is commonly recommended to relieve symptoms of colds. Here, it’s being used as a Healing Herbal Wrap to help ease the symptoms of sore muscles and to reduce inflammation.
July 19, 2015 | Spa Index
This DIY Athlete’s Foot Remedy relies on the naturally occurring disinfecting and antibacterial qualities of alcohol, garlic and cinnamon.
October 4, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
Everyone loves how sea salt flavors almost everything we cook, but did you know, sea salt is a beauty product you should add to your daily beauty routine? Try out these favorite recipes and let us know which are your favorites.
July 23, 2014 | Spa Index
Essential oils can help with many of the problems we encounter in summer months. Treating sunburn and insect bites, repelling insects and controlling fire ants are all possible with plant derived oils.
Here are some recipes courtesy of Lake Austin Spa Resort in Texas to help you have a more fragrant and enjoyable summer season.
June 22, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
For the benefit of our visitors who are considering a spa treatment which calls for ingredients in a mask or wrap which are unfamiliar, “read below before you go.” This Guide to Essential Oils provides some basic information, but it’s also helpful for selecting a new or different combination of oils based on a profile that piques your interest.
March 30, 2014 | Spa Index
Our esthetician experts say “If you can see your shadow, you need sunblock.” However, did you know the active ingredients in sunblock often dissipate after the season? You should always use a sunblock, but, don’t purchase it in bulk or save that last little bit in the bottle for the next season. Buy it fresh every season, or, make your own if you don’t have access to your favorite brand. Read a review and a great “tweak” for this recipe by BellaSugar — adding Essential Oil First publication on Spa Index April 10, 2005
June 10, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
Day spa owner and new mom Stacy Denney knows how to make any expectant mother feel beautiful and relaxed with nine months’ worth of revitalizing treatments designed to inspire well-being.
January 6, 2012 | Kitchens Spa Index
Make your own moist towelettes for gym, lockers, yoga studio, the car, strollers and more.
April 12, 2007 | Kitchens Spa Index
Don’t Bug Me DIY Insect Repellent makes use of citronella, witch hazel and apple cider vinegar to keep the winged critters at bay.
April 12, 2006 | Kitchens Spa Index
