Cleaning the bathroom is not exactly a task that people look forward to, but it's something that needs to be done regularly. However, once you've finished, why not treat yourself to an at-home spa experience? Here's how you can do it:
The same principle that applies to your products not being in the right place getting in the way of your self-care can also be applied to you not being in the right place at the right time. Do you clean your bathroom weekly but never have time for a luxurious soaking bath? Why not tack it onto your weekly bathroom cleaning routine? Schedule 30 minutes to clean the bathroom, set a timer for 10 minutes, and see what you can accomplish when you know there's a reward waiting for you. Your roommate, significant other or kids will assume you are still cleaning the bathroom and wont want to bother you in case you ask them for help! Start by cleaning the tub first, then rinse it and let it fill up with warm water and add an Epsom salt rose petal soak while you finish cleaning the rest of the bathroom.
Firstly, clean your bathroom thoroughly. Scrub the counter, sink, toilet, shower, and bathtub, wipe down the mirrors and countertops, and sweep and mop the floor. Take your time to do a good job, knowing that your spa experience is just around the corner. You can even set an alarm for 20 minutes and play some upbeat music to get your momentum going.
Before you know it, the timer will go off, the bathroom will be clean, and you'll have scheduled in a nice luxurious bath for at least 20 minutes. Once your bathroom is sparkling clean, set the mood for a relaxing spa experience. You can create a spa-like atmosphere by dimming the lights or lighting some candles, changing the music to be more relaxing, and filling the room with the fragrance of essential oils or a scented candle.
Next, get ready to indulge in some much-deserved self-care. You can also use a bath bomb or bubble bath to make your experience more luxurious. While you soak, you can read a book or listen to some music to fully unwind. Alternatively, you can take a warm shower and use some exfoliating gloves and an aromatherapy shower steamer for a refreshing experience.
After you're clean, moisturize your skin with your favorite body butter, as some cleaning products can dry out your skin. Put on your coziest bathrobe and slippers, and relax with a cup of tea or a glass of wine. You can also give yourself a facial or a manicure to complete your spa experience.
Cleaning the bathroom can be a drag, but knowing that a relaxing spa experience is waiting for you can make it a little more bearable. So go ahead, indulge in some self-care and enjoy your at-home spa experience. You may even start looking forward to cleaning day every week!