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How do I create a spa ambiance?

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Light some candles in your bathroom, turn off the lights, and put on some soft music to really set the mood.

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What should I do after taking a bath?

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Feel free to rub some lotion all over your skin, slip into a fluffy bathrobe, and chill out.

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What is the purpose of placing cucumber slices over my eyes?

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Placing cucumber slices over your eyes helps to relieve any puffiness around your eyes. Cucumbers contain antioxidants and flavinoids that are currently thought to help with reducing swelling or irritation around the eye area. It may also be that the coldness/moistness is refreshing to the facial skin.

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What if you don't have olive oil? Can you use a substitute?

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Try honey. It's moisturizing, anti-bacterial and heals the skin. You also can use coconut oil, coconut milk, plain yogurt or argan oil. You can also create a mask by putting plain or vanilla yogurt on your face and cucumbers or tea bags on your eyes, and waiting 10 minutes before washing it off.

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Can I make my own facial mask?

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Yes. Try refreshing, moisturizing ingredients such as coconut oil or avocado. Honey comes in handy too.

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Can you make a facial mask that has natural ingredients?

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A classic is a mask with one mashed avocado and a tablespoon of honey. This helps nourish. Another good one is 1/4 cup of yogurt with a small slice of tomato mashed up. This helps brighten skin.

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Which cleanser should I use for a relaxing spa day?

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Try an exfoliating wash. This type of cleanser will get rid of all the deep, dirty bacteria on your face. After using the exfoliating wash, your skin will feel clean and soft, inside and out!

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What can I use instead of candles?

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You can use artificial tea tree lights. They are electric. If you have a colored jar, you can put it in and it looks like a real candle, without the risk of real fire.

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Does brushing hair count as pampering?

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Definitely! Brushing your hair can be very relaxing. It can also stimulate the scalp and result in healthier hair, but be careful not to over brush your hair: this can result in breakage and hair loss. Be mindful if you know you are prone to hair loss.

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Can I use lotion to make a facial mask?

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It depends on what kind you intend to use, as not all lotions can be used on your face. It also depends on your skin type. If the lotion is intended for facial use, you can certainly put it on your face but its effectiveness as a mask depends on what's in it.

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Where can I buy facial masks?

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Wal-Mart has some nice, cheap ones that are for one time use.

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How can I release stress?

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There are multiple way to release stress, it just depends on preference. Some people release their stress by having a nap, others prefer aromatherapy. Some people meditate, others have fun and do crazy things like blasting music and dancing. Try these and see if any work for you. If you have a particular hobby you enjoy, you could also spend some time doing that.

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How can I get rid of dry skin on my face

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Try to get a specific cleanser for dry skin, or a loofah may exfoliate the dry skin, too.

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How do you make your legs soft without shaving?

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You can use a hair removal cream and then lotion, or wax your legs and then lotion them.

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How can I do this for a child inexpensively?

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You can use things you already have at home. A warm bath doesn't cost much. You can use nail polish you already have at home. A face mask made from things from your kitchen works, and you can also make a sugar scrub instead of using a loofah or brush.

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Can I put lotion on my face instead of a mask?

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It depends on what lotion do you use. Not all lotions can be used on your face. Test a small amount of lotion in an inconspicuous spot on your face ahead of time to see how it reacts before applying lotion to your face.

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Can I do a steam treatment with hot tap water without using the stove?

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You can if the water is hot enough. Pour hot tap water into a bowl and place a towel over your head.

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What if I don't have a bathtub in my house?

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Get a bowl of water and soak your feet. If you need to take a bath, plan a spa day at the house of a friend who has a bathtub. Then, you can have a friend spa day.

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Is it normal for a face mask to sting?

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No. Wash off the mask and check your skin. If it is just red and hot, thoroughly clean your skin and stay away from that kind of mask. If it's broken into hives, again wash skin thoroughly, then call a doctor. You could be experiencing an allergic reaction.

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What if I'm giving someone else a spa day?

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You can still do the same things if you're treating someone else to a spa day.

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How do I treat my acne in this case?

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If you have blackhead acne, there is a mask that's very strong. It's made with medical/activated charcoal and non-toxic Elmer's glue. You steam your face to open the pores, brush the concoction on, let it dry, and then peel it off. You can see all of the dirt that the charcoal drew out of your pores. There are many YouTube videos on this -- just search "charcoal face mask."

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What is the point of a face mask?

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A face mask moisturizes skin and can exfoliate as well. It also feels really good.

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Does it matter if the lotion is from a specific retailer?

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Of course not. You can use all sorts of body lotions.

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What if I don't have LED lights?

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If you don't have LED lights, you could use any other small, gentle light instead, like a candle.

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How do you make a face mask if you have no avocados?

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There are plenty of other types of face masks to try. Honey, apple cider vinegar, etc.

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How can I make bath bombs with flowers?

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You can crush up roses and soak them in water for a day and add that to your bath.

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What if I don't have a bath, just a shower?

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You can make a scrub, moisturize, and use a nice smelling soap. You can still exfoliate.

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I’m in middle school and I really need a spa day. However, I'm afraid my little sister will interrupt and not let me relax. What can I do?

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You could ask her politely to be quiet and stay out of the way for a while, or you could ask a parent to ask her. If you don't think that would work, see if you can arrange for a playdate with her and one of her friends so she will be out of the house for a while. If all else fails, wear earbuds and listen to relaxing music.

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Can I put lemon on my eye or will it sting?

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It will definitely sting. The lemon is a citric acid, if you put any citric acid on your eyes it will sting. You can try putting lemon around your eyes.

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I have very long hair. Is there anything I can do to my hair for spa day?

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Try a DIY hair mask to moisturize your strands.

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