Valentine’s Gift for Her: Spa Baskets

When we are unable to find tranquility within ourselves, it is useless to seek it elsewhere.
-Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Every woman loves to pamper herself. Whether it’s a luxurious beauty treatment at a spa or indulging at home with scented beauty products, we all should make time for relaxation. Consider a beauty gift for your beautiful Valentine, and purchase an affordable spa basket. An elegant basket full of beauty and bath products helps create the ultimate experience for her. Give a gift of relaxation in a basket! Or better yet, make one yourself… the more customized a gift, the more meaningful. Remember, it’s the thought that counts.

Make it your own: Purchase a basket or container at any general merchandise or crafts store. Pick a color or material that suits her best. Choose a set that is her favorite color or print, and get an idea of the type of beauty products she uses for her daily regimen. Next, shop for items according to your budget. Here are a list of some items to look for:

Bath Soap
Shower Gel
Bath Salts
Loofah or Bath Sponge
Body Scrub
Body Lotion
Bath Oils
Slippers or Eye Mask
Candles or a Book
Towels
Another creative idea would be to add a back scratcher or body massage tools. This is a fun bonus to add to make her time of leisure a pleasurable experience. When buying products, get artistic and find a common theme or color packaging. Create a unison and consistency with the products (for example, get all lavender or vanilla scented products). Finally, arrange products in the basket or container of your choice, and wrap it with a clear wrapping paper. Top it off with a color ribbon and tie it in a ornamental bow. This is the sweetest thing anyone can do for a busy woman. Continue reading