What You’ll Need for the Best DIY Mother-Daughter Spa Day
Admit it… since the pandemic started, we’ve all fantasized about fleeing our homes. Between having to balance work via Zoom, being around our spouses 24/7, and becoming educators overnight—many of us really need to get away. But let’s reframe for a moment: Being stuck at home isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Time is actually on our side in terms of spending quality time with our kids. Dr. Phil says, “the most powerful role model in a child’s life is the same-sex parent.” So, let’s make the most of a rare opportunity by spending a fun and relaxing day for mothers and daughters to rejuvenate and reconnect. We’ve got everything you’ll need for the best DIY mother-daughter spa day at home.
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Creating Memories
The best part about a mother-daughter spa day is the chance to spend time together. So, put away the cell phones, turn off the TV, and spend time enjoying each other’s company. Whether your daughter is 6, 16, or 26, enjoying a spa day together is an experience that neither of you will soon forget.
Do you have some creative suggestions for spending quality time with your kids? Please share in the comments below! For more home spa and facial advice, check out Erin’s tips here.
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Set the Mood
It might seem obvious but taking a deep breath in front of a scented candle is a great way to start your bonding time. Baies Graphic Collection by Diptyque is an irresistibly fresh and fruity scented candle that warms your heart and home.
Infuse the air with the soothing power of 100% natural essential oils. Saje Aroma Om Diffuser is crafted from BPA-free plastic and refreshes your space with 3 hours of continuous mist or 6 hours of intermittent mist.
Both moms and daughters can agree that large pores are no bueno! Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask is formulated to help draw out impurities, reduce surface oil production, and visibly minimize pores.
Bliss' Eye Got This Holographic Foil Eye Masks refresh and awaken eyes. The fun, holographic designs are potent with a vegetable-derived serum that moisturizes, and powerful peptides to help visibly reduce puffiness and dark circles.
An easy way to promote closeness with your daughter is taking turns giving each other a one-minute hand massage. Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Hand Cream is fortified with Bamboo and Pea Extract, delivering a 100% vegetarian moisture-boost with no greasy residue.
Too Faced Peaches & Cream Exfoliating Lip Scrub gently buffs away dry skin for smooth, soft lips. This hydrating sugar scrub smells delicious and is a fan favorite for girls of all ages.
Literally kick-back and soak your feet together, taking the opportunity to engage in conversation. Kneipp Soothing Calendula & Orange Mineral Bath Salt Foot Soak revives tired, callused feet while gently cleansing and deodorizing.
No mother-daughter spa day would be complete without a mani-pedi. In the case of Ella + Mila Elite Nail Polish, its seven-free formula means the exclusion of formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, formaldehyde resin, camphor, triphenyl phosphate (TPHP), and xylene. They can also take credit for being vegan and cruelty-free.
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