{"id":1381,"date":"2009-02-19T13:00:54","date_gmt":"2009-02-19T20:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bridalpartytees.com\/blog\/?p=1381"},"modified":"2011-11-21T08:47:51","modified_gmt":"2011-11-21T15:47:51","slug":"spa-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bridalpartytees.com\/blog\/spa-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"Spa Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/static.bridalpartytees.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/bas_jun05_spa_l.jpg\" alt=\"spa\" \/><\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">While the economy is on the downturn, it may not be practical to spend the money for your entire wedding party to hit the spa for the day. However, you do not need to give up your relaxing spa day. Simply bring the spa home with these wonderful recipes from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wholeliving.com\/article\/weekend-revival-spa-treatments?autonomy_kw=spa%20treatments&amp;rsc=header_2\">Martha Stewart.com.<\/a><\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><strong><span class=\"subhead-level2\">Face and Body Ubtan Scrub<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"fourteen-bold-3d3f3f\"><br \/>\n<\/span>This invigorating &#8220;ubtan&#8221; (&#8220;cleansing paste&#8221;) scrub improves circulation and help tone slack muscles. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup oat or chickpea (garbanzo) flour, 1\/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 2 tablespoons each ground mustard and crushed fresh coriander leaves, 3 tablespoons rose water, 1 cup orange juice, and 1\/2 cup water; stir to blend. Work the scrub all over your face and body. Rinse with warm water.<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span class=\"subhead-level2\"><strong>Herbal Steam<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span>This is a great treatment to eliminate toxins. Steam your face over a bowl of hot water combined with a handful each of fresh cilantro and basil leaves, steaming for about 10 minutes. Hold your face at least 12 inches above the water and tent your head and the bowl with a towel to prevent the steam from escaping. Pat your face dry and splash with tepid water to refresh the skin. Discard the herbs. To purify the rest of the body, run a hot shower to fill the room with steam, and relax in the steam for 7 to 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span class=\"subhead-level2\"><strong>Lepa Mask<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span>&#8220;Lepa&#8221; translates as &#8220;medicinal plaster.&#8221; This mask absorbs impurities. In a large bowl, combine 2 teaspoons each sandalwood powder, natural clay powder (available at natural-foods stores), a pinch of ground turmeric, 1 teaspoon neem oil, and 1\/4 cup fresh orange juice. Mix thoroughly and apply all over the face and neck, avoiding the eyes. Leave the mask on for about 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water.<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span class=\"subhead-level2\"><strong>Moisturizer<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span>Aloe is an ideal ingredient in pitta-balancing skin treatments because it provides light moisture and creates a wonderful soothing sensation. Massage your face and body with aloe vera gel to soften and refresh your skin.<br \/>\n<span class=\"fourteen-bold-3d3f3f\"><br \/>\n<\/span><strong><span class=\"subhead-level1\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"subhead-level2\"><strong>Coconut and Flower Hair Oil<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span>Oiling your hair is the most important part of Ayurvedic hair care. It conditions the hair and scalp and promotes relaxation. Prepare the oil the night before by bringing 1\/2 cup coconut oil to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons rose water and 1\/2 cup mixed fresh flower petals such as rose or jasmine. Return to a boil and cook for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Let the flowers steep in the oil overnight, then strain the oil through a coffee filter or double layer of cheesecloth into an airtight container. To oil your hair, gently massage four to five\u00a0tablespoons of the oil onto the crown of your head and into your scalp. Wrap hair in a towel and allow the oils to penetrate for at least 20 minutes. Shampoo and rinse as usual.<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span class=\"subhead-level2\"><strong>Nourishing Hair Mask<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span>A protein-rich mask helps to strengthen hair. In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly combine 1\/2 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 egg. Apply the mixture to your scalp after oiling and cleansing. Leave the mask on for about 20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with warm water.<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span class=\"subhead-level2\"><strong>Hand and Foot Treatment<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span>To soften rough hands and feet, start by gently massaging them with a loofah or rough hand towel. Next, soak them in a tub of warm water infused with a few drops of sandalwood, rose, neem, or jasmine oils. Use a pumice stone to soften rough areas on the feet. To moisturize, make a solution of 1 teaspoon neem oil and 2 tablespoons coconut oil and massage into both hands and feet, focusing on the heels, soles, ankles, between the toes and fingers, wrists, and palms. Rinse with the juice of one lemon diluted in 1 cup warm water. 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