- Self-care has never been more important. It’s crucial to make time for yourself and to do things that will help you unwind.
- Having a bath is that time in your day to switch off from the outside world, disconnect from your working day and have the quality time that you deserve.
- Running the perfect bath is something you can easily master to make your evenings (or mornings) more relaxing than ever.
- If you’re full of questions about bath time or looking for some tips to maximise your experience, here is our step-by-step guide on how to run the perfect bath.
1. Setting the mood in the bathroom
- Creating the perfect bath isn’t just about what goes in the bath, it’s how you set the surrounding ambience.
- Relaxation is all about energy and feeling relaxed physically and mentally, that by setting a chill mood, it’ll help aid you into the ultimate relaxation experience.
- Start by dimming the lighting (if your bathroom has that feature) or instead lighting a few candles to minimise the brightness of the day and trick your brain into a bedtime mindset.
- Then, if you’re feeling fancy, scatter some rose petals and spritz some calming spray into the air. It’ll add to the overall effect of the room.
2. Getting the water temperature just right
- Some people love a piping hot bath, others prefer it colder but for the best bath, warm water is the way forward.
- If the water is too hot, it can lead to sweating, feeling uncomfortable and drying the skin out.
- Whereas, although cold water does have its benefits including stimulating the immune system, promoting good blood circulation and helping calm dry and itchy skin, it’s not the best way to relax.
- We’d recommend a running a warm bath – warm water is different for everyone so the best way to test it is the old school trick for babies: dip your elbow in the bath and if you feel that the temperature is comfortable and not making you flinch, it’s ready.
3. Adding in relaxing bath products
- The world of bath products has blown up in recent years, with many things to choose from including bath bombs, bath salts and bath oils – that it can be hard to know where to start.
- The first thing we’d suggest is to throw in a scoop of epsom salts. Epsom offers a whole range of benefits including reducing inflammation and relieving joint pain.
- As the salts are your base, the next fun step is to add in bubbles. It can’t be a bath without bubbles, right?
- For the ultimate bubble experience, run the bubble bath under a running tap as they’ll lather up rather nicely.
- Then, it’s onto oil. You can either opt for a bath oil or an essential oil. Essential oils such as lavender are a brilliant way to add a subtle scent to your bath and depending on the oil, have a positive effect on the calm feel of the bath.
- Lavender in particular is great for putting you in a sleepy mood but chamomile and rose are great options too.
- Bath oils have a similar experience to essential oils, however, are a better option if you’d like a hydration effect on the skin, especially as hot water can dehydrate the skin.
4. Utilising your luxury skincare
- Bath time is ideal to jump into your basket of skincare and the products you don’t use often enough.
- It’ll not only increase the spa experience but do wonders for your calm state of mind. We’d suggest popping on a face mask, whichever kind you prefer for 10 minutes or so and then washing it off with a warm hot cloth.
- Not only will it be relaxing, but a blessing to your pores.
5. Using a comfy bath pillow
- Lying down in a bath isn’t exactly the most comfortable thing, however, with a bath pillow, your comfort levels will go up 100%.
- If you don’t have a pillow to hand, you can always roll up a towel and lie on it to give your neck the support it needs.
6. Preparing relaxing activities
- Baths can vary in length in time for everyone, some love a quick dip, whereas others can be in there for hours.
- If you’re a longer kind of bather, then activities are an essential part of your bath routine.
- Whether it’s reading a book, putting on some chill music, listening to a podcast or bringing your laptop in and watching your favourite TV show, there are many ways to keep entertained whilst relaxing.
7. Switching off all distractions
- Having a bath is your time and that means getting rid of all distractions.
- Leave your phone in your bedroom and switch off anything that’ll sway you away from feeling any ounce of relaxation.
- If you live with your partner or have kids, let them know not to distract you or prepare something to keep them entertained whilst you bathe.
8. Preparing drinks and snacks
- To step up the ultimate bath, drinks and snacks are a great addition.
- Pour your favourite glass of wine and bring along a bar of your favourite chocolate for pure indulgence. It’s your time after all.
9. Laying out comfy clothes for afterwards
- Once you step out of the bath, the warm sensation can leave you quite quick, so it’s always best to lay out comfy clothes.
- This could be your favourite pyjamas, a dressing gown and fluffy socks, to maintain the level of joy across your skin.
10. Continuing the relaxation in your day
- Relaxation shouldn’t stop when you step out of the bath. Once you’re in that mindset, it’s important to stay there so you’re able to unwind and go to sleep easily.
- We would suggest having a slow evening after your bath, slathering your skin in moisturiser, dipping into a good book and journaling away before your head hits the pillow.
- Running a great bath couldn’t be easier and is a luxury we all deserve once in a while. If you’re looking for walk-in baths and walk-in showers, take a look at our range online today.
