Spa treatments aren’t just for those who have money to burn and want to be pampered. Many of the treatments you can get at a spa are actually full of benefits to promote health and healing. Just because you can’t afford to go to the spa doesn’t mean you have to miss out on these healthy treatments. Below, you will find 50 great spa treatments you can do at home and that will cost you very little money. From head to toe, these recipes and suggestions will have you feeling and looking great.

Facial Treatments

Your face is usually the first thing other people notice about you. Use these facial treatments to make sure your skin is healthy and glowing.

1. Aspirin or salt mask. It sounds too simple to be true, but this article suggests crushing up uncoated aspirin or Epsom salts and mixing it with a tiny bit of moisturizer for a facial mask that will leave your skin looking and feeling beautiful.
2. Sunflower scrub. Use this super-simple recipe to make a facial scrub at home. All you need is sunflower seeds and distilled water.
3. Nori wrap. Soak a sheet of nori, found in the Asian section of the supermarket, in warm water until it is soft, then place it on your skin for a great facial wrap.
4. Banana and honey mask. Use this recipe for an easy facial mask. With egg, oatmeal, banana, and honey, this mask will have sensitive and dry complexions feeling great. Honey is a natural antiseptic, too, so it will aid in healing any facial blemishes.
5. Breakfast facial spread. Mix tangerine and cream cheese for a treat for your skin. Follow the directions here for the Breakfast Spread and learn how to make this simple skin care product that not only works as an astringent, but is also delicious on toast.
6. Citrus facial. Here’s another use of citrus for your face. This recipe also uses yogurt and honey to help your skin feel it’s best.
7. Glycolic acid peel. Learn how to give yourself a glycolic acid peel at home with this article. You will need to purchase a peel, but this is much less expensive than having it done professionally.
8. Avocado. Avocado is a great moisturizer for skin. If you want a doubly healthy moisturizer, add a little almond oil to your mashed-up avocado for a luxurious facial treatment.
9. Tropical skin mask. Use pineapple, papaya, and honey in this mask that helps promote healing in damaged skin.
10. Complete spa facial. Follow these five steps to give yourself a complete facial, from cleansing to sealing.

Hair Care

From conditioners to a detangler to homemade shampoo, these spa treatments will have your hair looking and feeling silky and shiny.

11. Conditioner. Try mixing eggs and olive oil, then wrapping your hair in plastic wrap as suggested here to get a great, inexpensive conditioner for your hair.
12. Hair detangler. Use oregano with this recipe to get a detangler you can use every day without spending a lot of money.
13. Beach hair. How can you get that beach-hair look in the middle of winter? Use this easy recipe. Spray the mixture on damp hair, scrunch, and go.
14. Hair repair. This conditioner repairs stressed hair with rosemary, eggs, and oils. Try it at home when your tresses need a little taming.
15. Hair purifier. If you have oily hair, use this treatment with apple cider vinegar and aspirin to remove the build-up in your hair.
16. Deep conditioner. Not only does your hair need moisture, but it also needs protein. Use this deep conditioner with avocado and mayonnaise to get your hair in shape.
17. Protect. A day in the sun can damage your hair. Use this suggestion to protect your hair from sun damage with just a little oil.
18. Shampoo. Make your own shampoo like this one using flowers that match your hair color and all natural ingredients.
19. Spa head wrap. Here’s a great way to make your own spa towel head wrap to use with your favorite hair treatment. Using an old towel and sewing materials you probably already have, this won’t cost you a cent.

Beautiful Hands and Pampered Feet

Use these great ideas to help your hands and feet feel their best. From manicures to moisturizers to scrubs, these treatments will have you looking and feeling like you just stepped out of a spa.

20. Basic manicure. This article tells you exactly how to give yourself a manicure in four easy steps. Your hands will look like you’ve paid for a professional.
21. Olive oil manicure. According to one celebrity manicurist, a simple olive oil and salt scrub after a warm-water soaking will leave your hands feeling smooth and looking great.
22. Spa Hand Treatments. Watch this video to learn first "hand" how to give yourself luxurious spa hand treatments at home using items from the kitchen.
23. Manicure and pedicure treatment. This article offers an entire treatment that can be used for both hands and feet. Be sure you don’t pass up the peppermint tea to help your feet feel rejuvenated.
24. $4 pedicures. Find out how to give yourself $4 pedicures that rival those from high-end spas with this great post from the "Frugal Duchess."
25. Lemon and sugar. Dip lemon slices in sugar and rub on any rough skin on your feet for a great foot scrub.
26. Paraffin dip. Don’t buy an expensive paraffin dip at a spa or even purchase a home-kit. Just use your crockpot and paraffin wax to make your own like the suggestion here.
27. Beach-side scrub. This article offers a great way to give your arms and legs a healthy, refreshing scrub while you are at the beach.
28. Mini manicure. This step-by-step tutorial provides photos to help teach you how to do a mini-manicure at home.

Body Care

Whether you are looking for a scrub, soak, or wash, these treatments will moisturize and smooth your skin while leaving you feeling relaxed and pampered.

29. Milk bath. Pour powdered milk into your warm bath for a moisturizing soak that will leave your skin feeling luxurious.
30. Salt scrub. This exfoliating scrub for your body uses only table salt and oil. Use the grape seed oil recommended for the added bonus of helping to heal stretch marks.
31. Coffee clove body scrub. Coffee lovers will enjoy making and using this body scrub that leaves your skin feeling smooth and smelling delicious.
32. Sugar body scrub. Use this recipe of brown sugar, maple syrup, and olive oil for a body scrub that will leave your skin smoother and moisturized. Don’t skip over the other two spa treatments also included.
33. Sea salt scrub. Try this great sea salt scrub that you can make with sea salt from the grocery store, olive oil, and some herbs for a bit of aromatherapy.
34. Thanksgiving-inspired body scrub. With pecans, sugar, and the rest of the ingredients in this scrub, you may wonder if you should put it on your body or in your body.
35. Lavender body wash. Put a few drops of lavender essential oil in your favorite unscented body wash for a stress-relieving way to get clean each day.
36. Vanilla bath. Scroll down to the bottom of this article for a luxurious bath soak that features vanilla and honey.
37. Honey. Watch this video to learn about the amazing health benefits of honey as a spa treatment and even get a great recipe for a body scrub.

The Whole Shebang

The following resources offer ideas on how to treat your whole body, ways to give yourself or your friends a spa treatment in your home, and offer a multitude of great ideas to help you look and feel your best without spending much.

38. nzgirl–We Love: DIY Spa Treatments. This whole-body spa treatment includes a facial, hair treatment, skin smoother, relaxing soak, and a pedicure…all on the cheap.
39. The Mad Mom’s Manifesto: DIY Spa Treatments. This treatment, recommended from an expert on skin care, includes a facial, a body scrub, and a pedicure with materials easily found around your home.
40. DIY Weekend Spa Treatments. Pick and choose from these great homemade spa treatments for an entire weekend of pampering to promote your health.
41. DIY Spa for Two. There’s nothing more romantic than sharing a spa treatment for two than being able to take advantage of it in the privacy of your own home.
42. DIY Spa Getaway. This article offers great tips on how to conduct a weekend spa getaway at your home. It’s a great idea for a girls’ weekend or a couples retreat.
43. Cool spa treatments for Atlanta’s summer heat. You don’t have to wait until summer to use these great suggestions that are designed to replace expensive spa treatments that can be found in Atlanta spas.
44. DIY Spa Guide. Follow the suggestions here for setting up a great atmosphere for a spa get-away in your own bathroom.
45. Pamper Your Friends With a Do-It-Yourself Spa Party. Not only does this article tell you how to create a great spa party for your friends, it also includes some great ideas to implement, like marbles in the bottom of a bowl full of warm water for a great foot massage.
46. Top 10 DIY spa tricks. No matter which part of your body needs attention, this article will help you find a way to create DIY treatments that are similar to those offered in spas around the world.
47. Do-it-yourself spa treatments. From mint scrubs to homemade lip gloss, these spa treatments are not only good for you, but use materials you probably have in the kitchen.
48. How to Throw a Spa Party. This article provides a detailed guide on throwing a spa party. Even if you don’t go all out, you are sure to gather some great tips here.
49. DIY Spa Rituals. This article offers four spa treatments representing the four elements. Dive into water, breathe in the air, dig the earth, and feel the heat with these healthy treatments.
50. Making Your Own Spa Products. From hair volumizer to a dry skin mask to an eye mask to reduce puffiness, these idea are all easy to make and use at home.

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