The Perfect Bath

Written by Claire Colvin

Looking for the ultimate indulgence without a day spa price tag?

Head for the tub. Luxury is said to be “the total fulfilment of all five senses at once.” Keep this in mind and you’ll amazed how good a long soak in your own tub can be.

Sight: Candlelight transforms a room faster than anything else on the planet. Break out your favorite candles, or treat yourself to a few new ones. Just place the candles in secure locations around the room, turn off the overhead light and you’re already well on your way to luxury.

Smell: This is where your favorite bubble bath, bath bombs or salts come in. If you’re using a strong scent in the tub, make sure it coordinates with your candle choices or switch to basic unscented tea lights. Don’t be stingy with the bubble bath – remember, this is all about indulgence.

Sound: Grab a portable stereo and a soothing CD. Make sure you place the stereo far away from the tub to avoid electrocution and let the soothing sounds fill the room. A good jazz CD works well. If you’re looking for something classical, try Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata

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Taste: Often overlooked, taste adds a very satisfying element to a great soak. Pour yourself a refreshing drink or a calming cup of cocoa or go all out and bring a dish of chocolate covered strawberries with you. Just make sure you keep everything out of the water and resist the urge to rest the cup on the side of the tub where it can easily be knocked over.

Touch: Just being in warm water fills this requirement, but you can add to it by running your hands through the bubbles and having lots of thick, warm towels on hand for when you’re done.

Now all you have to do is turn off the phone, put a DO NOT DISTURB sign on the bathroom door and start running the water. Enjoy.

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