Skin care
10 Best Spa Treatments in the U.S. -- Recreate Them at HomeA summer vacay not in the cards? No worries, we've brought signature skin care spa treatments from the country's most indulgent havens straight to you |
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Built on the deep-blue waters of Lake Mohonk in 1869, this grand 267-room Victorian castle is one of America's oldest family-owned resorts. The spa boasts a unique mountaintop setting and celebrates all that nature has to offer.
The Treatment: Signature Elements of Nature: Shawangunk Grit Mineral Body Treatment, 80 min. $170
This ritual begins with a restful hydro-tub massage to melt tension. The skin is then gently exfoliated with the spa's signature "Shawangunk Grit" (minerals combined with hydrating botanicals) to leave skin silky and soft. A rich body cream with soothing rosehip and plantains is gently warmed and poured over the body for a relaxing massage. A guided power nap completes the treatment.
The DIY version: To replicate the renewal at home, Spa Director Barbara Stirewalt recommends making your own "grit" scrub. "Mix together a handful of Epsom salts, your favorite body oil, and a small portion of a dried herb (lavender or rosemary are suggested). Gently rub this mixture onto your body in a circular motion before stepping into the tub to soak with our Rosemary Mint Bath Collection, $22 at the spa she says. "In your post-treatment at home, take some time for yourself -- listen to soothing music or choose a favorite book." Stirewalt suggests The Three Minute Meditator by Nina Smiley and David Harp, $14.95 (at the spa), which she says is "an almost 'instant' way to hone your personal meditation and relaxation skills."
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awesome i loved the first vitamin c facial i want to try to recreate it at home with all my girlfriends.
by kfloyd01 Monday, February 25, 2013 at 09:06PM Report as inappropriate
Very nice
by EricaC123 Friday, December 28, 2012 at 05:09PM Report as inappropriate
spa is like heaven
by aishak55 Friday, December 21, 2012 at 06:49PM Report as inappropriate
I love going to the spa. It's like a slice of heaven!
by robyne00 Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 12:48PM Report as inappropriate
I want to visit the Hershey, PA chocolate spa so bad!! But I will be trying the diy to save and wait til I can go ;]
by Lamexicana1 Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 03:40PM Report as inappropriate
I love spa treatments but can't afford to go much. Will defiantly try some of these.
by rachelneed Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 07:04PM Report as inappropriate
I want to live in a Spa:)
by lilas Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 09:37PM Report as inappropriate
I would LOVE a trip to any one of these spas, but will have to settle on trying some of these DIY treatments this winter. Buffing away the Gray =)
by kimihavens Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 03:54PM Report as inappropriate
I LOVE that the spa directors were willing to give us DIY instructions! I'm off for a cocoa soak and some aroma therapy....
by alictasia Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at 05:36PM Report as inappropriate
The whipped cocoa bath sounds amazing!
by TBjunkie Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 07:48PM Report as inappropriate