Wellbeing

Your Ultimate Weekend Relaxation Guide

The end of the working week is in sight and we can hardly wait to put our fluffy slippers on, kick back and relax.

Run A Bubble Bath

The ultimate unwind, splashing around in a bath is the best combination of relaxation and pampering. The only improvement needed is a LOT of bubbles. LUSH create completely vegan bubble bars which you crumble under the tap and create masses of cloud like bubbles. Try the Little Dragon (£6.95) for a Chinese New Year special, or stick with an old classic like The Comforter (£4.95). Don’t let the thought of Monday burst your bubble.

Slather On A Face Mask

Your face can be one of the biggest indicators for stress. Keep spots, lines and tired skin at bay with a hydrating face mask. You can do these while you’re in the bath or with your feet up while you watch Saturday night TV. Inlight Beauty’s Chocolate Mask (£28) is a great option. It’s suitable for all skin types, smells like a Terry’s Chocolate Orange and is 100% organic– and let’s face it, who doesn’t want to cover their face in chocolate?

Use Creams To Help You Sleep

Don’t let your face have all the fun. Slather yourself in a lavender night cream and let the calming scent soak in to soothe your senses and smooth your skin. A perfect post-bath pamper. Dr. Hauschka’s Lavender Sandalwood Calming Body Cream (£25.50) is free from synthetic fragrances and dermatologically tested to be perfect for sensitive skin.

Get The Snacks In

Obviously a night in is incomplete without snacks in front of your favourite film. Take a detour from the sweets isle – there are plenty of healthy and natural snack options that are far better for you than a pack of Haribo. Try tucking in to some dark chocolate or assorted nuts. If that’s not your thing then try a Healthy Nibbles box (£8.96 pm). There are all kinds of boxes for every kind of eater – vegans to protein junkies to chocoholics– Healthy Nibbles is here for you. The boxes get delivered directly to your door every month. It couldn’t be easier.

Try A Banana Tea-

Settle down with a nice cup of (caffeine free) tea before an early night in with your duvet. Banana tea is a warming option filled with natural goodness to help you drift off to a peaceful sleep as well as boost your immune system, aid weight loss and relieve depression.

For other tips for bedtime relaxation and helping you get a better night sleep, click here.