Bubble Bath |
But a successful bubble bath experience does take some planning, believe it or not. It's pretty hard to relax if the phone is ringing off the hook, or you have young children constantly banging on the bathroom door. So you'll need to schedule at least an hour of time for your bubble bath, preferably in the evening when all of the chores have been completed and you won't be worrying that you're neglecting your work around the house.
If you can, choose a time when you'll be alone in the house. You want to think of your bubble bath as an almost spiritual experience where you'll get in touch with yourself in a way that's impossible when other people are around. If you have young children, see if you can get your spouse to take them out to a movie or to a friends house for an hour or so. If that's not practical, try scheduling your bubble bath for late at night, after the kids are in bed and your spouse is downstairs reading or watching television.
The next step is to create a relaxing spa environment in your bathroom. Leave your cell phone in another room, or turn off the ringer. Turn off the harsh vanity or overhead lighting, and light some warm soothing candles in several locations around the bathroom. Aomatherapy candles are great for this purpose, but any scented candles will work as well. Another good idea is to play some relaxing music, or get one of those mood CDs that plays the sound of ocean waves or bubbling mountain streams. Just don't play music with a fast or energetic beat, or you'll defeat the purpose.
Okay, so you've decided that you want to start taking bubble baths on a regular basis. But store bought bubble bath liquid can be expensive, and you're looking for a less expensive solution. After all, it would be a shame to deny yourself the pleasure and relaxation of a bubble bath just because of the extra cost. One idea is to make your own bubble bath liquid.
Here's a simple recipe that you can make at home inexpensively. In a medium-sized bowl, use a large spoon to mix together the following ingredients:
* 1 cup dishwashing liquid or baby shampoo
* 1/3 cup glycerin
* 2 tablespoons water
* Fragrance or oil (optional)
That's it! Then just find a bottle, plastic container or jar to store the bubble bath and you're done.
Some women find that they enjoy making their own bubble bath, and even give it away to friends and family as a simple gift idea. If you don't have time to make your own, and you have the money, then by all means go ahead and purchase your bubble bath at a store or online retailer. Don't deny yourself this simple pleasure any longer!
After all, a hot bath is an essential component of any spa experience, and it has enormous health and mental benefits as well. You'll step out of the bath tub feeling refreshed, soothed and energized, as much of the stress and tension of the day has been swept away in the bubbly bath water.
Get Organized With Vertical Storage Cubbies - most bathrooms have a lot of horizontal counter space, but items start to pile over time and counters can start to look cluttered.
One solution is to add a vertical storage cubbie with 20 to 24 compartments. Many small bath items can displayed in an organized manner, leaving your valuable counter space for more important things like soap and washcloths.
