Time for re-luxe-ation
When was the last time you allowed yourself to unwind? With our busy and packed lives, it’s often easy to forget that self-care should be a priority. But no, you don’t need to spend a fortune on going out to treat and pamper yourself. You can do so in the comfort of your home, with just a few accessories and some tweaks to your routine. Check out our checklist for the ultimate home spa experience.
Set the mood with a scented candle
Luxurious spas evoke a relaxing feeling through the sight and smell of flickering candles. Create the same experience at home. The key is in choosing a scent that truly relaxes you and signals that the work day is over.
Hang eucalyptus on your shower head
Another one for your sense of smell. The scent of eucalyptus is invigorating. It calms your mind while also energising your senses. Hang a branch of it on your shower head and let the steam of hot water release its scent. Plus, did you know that eucalyptus also has antibacterial properties? Your skin will feel extra clean after you shower.
Exfoliate with a loofah
Treat it like getting the stress off your skin. Choose the type of scrub that works best for you — a body scrub from a jar works well with a loofah, while a dry brush is good for a more thorough exfoliation — for a more radiant complexion.
Lather like no other
Indulge in a bath gel that you can use for more than just cleansing and elevates your bathing experience every single time. Neutrogena Rainbath Shower & Bath Gel is great for cleansing, softening, and conditioning the skin.
But aside from these skin-saving properties, Neutrogena Rainbath also comes in different variants infused with different scents to give you the feeling of a luxurious spa experience in your own home.
Pear & Green Tea helps take away your stress by creating an image of peaceful greenery with every whiff. Gold Lush has a spicy fruit scent that makes you feel as refreshed as you are relaxed. Ocean Mist invites you to conjure up images of days by the beach, enjoying the sound of waves.
You can also use the Neutrogena Rainbath Shower & Bath Gels as a shaving cream alternative — but with the added perk of smooth freshness! If you have a bathtub, it’s the perfect ingredient for a decadent me-time in bubbly water.
Match it with music
Make your at-home spa experience a multi-sensorial one with the help of music. Set the mood and chill out to tunes that evoke calmness and serenity. That could mean different things to different people, of course, so make it your own! Pick your go-to playlist, whether it be filled with cheery pop songs or soothing classical tunes.
Feed your mind
What better way to escape the stressors of real life than diving into a fictional one? There’s just something about turning the pages of a physical book that an ebook can’t replace. If you’re not the type to pick up stories about made-up lives and people, bust out your favourite poetry or non-fiction fave. Take this opportunity to not only relax but also feed your mind. Let go of stressful thoughts and let creative, meaningful ones come to mind.
Here’s your checklist for the ultimate home spa goals at a glance:
- Neutrogena Rainbath Shower & Bath Gel
- Your favourite book
- A cup of tea
- A scented candle
- A branch of eucalyptus
- A loofah or a dry brush
- A waterproof speaker
Enjoy everyday spa-like indulgence with Neutrogena Rainbath Shower and Bath Gels.
Brand: Neutrogena
Brief: Conceptualise and write an advertorial that highlights the then-new product release from Neutrogena Singapore’s bodycare line
Role: Writer. My goal was to produce a piece that not only sits well amongst our women-focused content, aimed at Millennials and Gen-Zs, but also champions the partner brand’s product and unique selling propositions.