How to Turn Your Bathroom Into a Mini Spa
We all dream of a luxurious spa day, but the truth is - most of us don’t have the time (or budget) to book one whenever we’d like. The good news? With a little intention, you can transform your own bathroom into a spa-like retreat. Think of it as carving out a pocket of peace at home, even if it’s just for 20 minutes after a long day.
Here’s how to create your own at-home spa experience - simple touches, soothing products, and a routine that will leave you feeling refreshed and renewed.
1. Set the Mood
Ambience is everything. Start by dimming the lights or, better yet, lighting a candle. We love Haven by Lost Canyon, with its soft blend of bergamot blossom, amber, rose, patchouli, and sweetgrass. Its warm, grounding scent creates an instant sense of calm.
Grab a bluetooth speaker and queue up a relaxing playlist for soft, soothing background music. There’s tons of options from peaceful pianos to lo-fi tracks. These little sensory touches will set the tone for your mini spa session.
My personal favorites are Instrumental Worship 2025 or, when I’m missing nature, put this oat milk lattes in the mountains and sing along for maximum vibes.
P.S. - I highly recommend putting your phone on Do Not Disturb. Or even leave it plugged in in another room so you're not tempted to scroll. Just be present. The texts, emails, and TikTok notifications can wait.
2. Create a Short Skincare Routine
Start by giving your face a gentle cleanse to wash away the day. Then, take your skincare a step further with a gua sha stone or jade roller. These tools are often used to encourage lymphatic drainage, reduce puffiness, and help your skin absorb nourishing oils or serums more effectively—all while adding a soothing, spa-like element to your routine.
Once your skin feels refreshed, use a Wiley Body roller in either the Relax or Uplift blend. A quick roll onto your wrists, temples, or behind your ears offers an aromatic moment to help ease tension.
To finish, nourish your skin with Bell’s Peace Balm. Rich, calming, and deeply moisturizing, this tallow-based balm is perfect for restoring softness and creating a moment of quiet care.
3. Upgrade the Bath or Shower
If you’re lucky enough to have time for a bath, add salts or a few drops of essential oils for a truly indulgent soak. But don’t worry - showers can feel just as spa-like with the right touch.
Hang a bundle of eucalyptus from your showerhead and let the steam release its invigorating scent. Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths, and let the warmth melt away stress.
Why eucalyptus?
- 🌿 Clearing & refreshing – eucalyptus is often used to open up the sinuses and support easier breathing.
- 🌿 Invigorating – its crisp scent can help wake you up and boost alertness.
- 🌿 Stress relief – the grounding, spa-like aroma can ease tension and promote relaxation.
4. Add Comforting Touches
Little luxuries make the biggest difference. Wrap up in a Turkish robe from Oddbird - soft, airy, and cozy all at once. Sip on a cup of herbal tea or lemon water. Maybe even a nice glass of red wine (because let’s be real - sometimes self care tastes best in a stemmed glass 🍷).
Personally, I always grab my Kindle and read a little while I unwind. If I have a few minutes to soak in the bath, I can finish a chapter. Or waiting for my face mask to dry!
These small comforts remind you that your spa-at-home experience is more than just skincare - it’s about creating an atmosphere of rest.
5. End with Relaxation
When your spa session winds down, don’t rush back to “real life.” Instead, seal the moment with a final flourish: spritz on a Cayla Gray fragrance. If you’re not familiar with this brand, each Cayla Gray fragrance is crafted with clean, conscious ingredients. They are vegan, cruelty-free, free of parabens, phthalates, and other harmful chemicals - so you can mist on confidence, not compromise.
If you have time - jot down a quick note of gratitude in a journal or simply sit for a few minutes in stillness. These mindful pauses turn a routine into something restorative.
I love to try and focus on three things that I'm grateful for from that specific day. Not generalizations or vague things, but three distinct moments that stand out from the day.
You don’t need a five-star spa or an entire day off to feel renewed. With a few intentional steps and a handful of thoughtfully chosen products, your own bathroom can become a sanctuary of calm. Start with one or two of these ideas and notice how even small rituals can shift the way you feel.
Your spa is just a few steps away - waiting right at home. ✨
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Author: Gaby Wilson
Gaby has been part of the Flying Cow family for almost four years now! She has a Bachelor's degree in Communication with a minor in Business Management from Curry College (in a tiny town in Massachusetts). She moved to Texas from California in 2021, planning to stay for about 6 months, but the Lord had other plans...she met her now husband! They’ve been married for 2.5 years & just had a sweet baby girl. Gaby is loving being a stay at home mama & juggling some remote work for us from time to time!
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Comments
Kendra Kornrumph said:
I love taking a hot shower then putting on my lavender and frankincense Tallow before reading the Bible! It’s so relaxing to smell the essential oils while reading.
October 10, 2025
Lauren F said:
Recently I’ve been ending my day with a little bit of sewing while listening to some worship music or a lord of the rings Lo Fi playlist. I used to love a good face mask too but haven’t found a clean brand that I love for that.
October 10, 2025
Carolyn H. said:
My mom is 90 years old and the Flying Cow products help keep her thin skin moist and supple. We are both so glad to have found your amazing company!
October 10, 2025
Jessica said:
Before kids, I’d play basketball to destress but now I hold sleeping babies/toddlers and spend a little time reading in the quiet moments.
October 10, 2025
Bianca said:
I have a teething baby at home so the most relaxation I’m getting is a 15 minutes shower. I try to add little luxuries like body scrubs or face masks here and there. I love eucalyptus! I used it to decorate the tables for my wedding. It looked and smelled amazing.
October 10, 2025
Sarah-Michelle Stearns said:
My favorite way to relax at home is with a hot bath or shower! Ideally with some bath salts. And then I get cuddle time with my husband – the ultimate relaxation technique!
October 10, 2025
Kimberly Grundy said:
I love to relax in an Epsom salt bath with essential oils added. I light a couple of candles and have a glass of wine while I read or watch a show on my kindle fire.
October 10, 2025
Kaly said:
My favorite way to unwind is with a hot bubble bath, a good book and a lit candle. I’ll start a diffuser with a few relaxing essential oils which completes a good evening.
October 10, 2025
Cassie said:
This is amazing. An epsom salt bath with a good book! As a busy mama of two littles— even a shower with eucalyptus helps me reset my nervous system when I don’t have much time. Just a few deep breaths and warm water. And of course my tallow and skincare routine !!
October 10, 2025
Mandy said:
Thank you for adding the links throughout the blog.
My favorite thing to do is get in comfy clothes and listen to an audiobook or music. Another thing is just to be outside it’s nice to see the sun after working all day.
October 10, 2025
Amanda said:
My favorite way to relax and unwind is with a good book on the back porch enjoying the West Texas evening and sunset. My #2 would be taking a shower with aromatherapy.
October 10, 2025
Sierra Bersano said:
Journaling and a skin care routine is now at the top of my list of weekend “to-do”
Very good advice, thank you
October 10, 2025
Shannon Bingham said:
Sitting outside in my rocking chair — whether I’m watching my boys play, listening to music or a serum, or just simply closing my eyes and listening to the world around me — being in my chair, outside is so peaceful.
October 10, 2025
Rachel said:
Taking a slow walk in the cool of the evening under a dusky sky immediately shifts my mind to a place apart from the demands of the day and the world. For a while, I let go of all the things that hold me and remember the One who watches over us all.
October 10, 2025
Tracy Driscoll said:
I love to take a walk and listen to music. When the weather is good I sit out on my back deck and enjoy catching up with friends. So many great ideas in the comments. I will be taking more time for myself!
October 10, 2025
David said:
My way to relax is , after a long day doing some work outside my property, and a hot bath , I use my favorite and best wild orange tallow on my face and neck, then I just sit and relax outside my house ,with a glass of iced cold water and lime,or maybe a cold beer , and listen to the sound of silence, sometimes interrupted by a cricket or a feral cat, sometimes a small fox runs across the property, and a small deer comes out and roams around.but don’t forget to just give yourself a little time to relax every day
October 10, 2025
Anne H said:
Ah, this post spoke to my soul! I didn’t realize how badly my bathroom wanted to be a spa until now. My favorite way to unwind at home is eucalyptus in the shower (total game changer), a clay face mask, and a giant mug of herbal tea while pretending my robe is a five-star hotel kimono.
Also, that tip about journaling 3 specific gratitude moments? Chef’s kiss. Now excuse me while I go hang some eucalyptus and rename my bathroom “The Zen Den.”
October 10, 2025
Sonya D said:
My best way to relax is sweatpants and a big comfy blanket alongside a nice cup of tea and a book. If I really need to relax, then a steaming hot epsom salt bath with essential oils is luxurious! And of course every day feels more relaxed with a moisturized face!
October 10, 2025
Erin said:
I love to relax at home by taking a hot bath with salts and minerals after an evening walk. After that I enjoy turning on my red light and praying. It’s a great way for me to wind down from the day and get into sleep mode.
October 10, 2025
Taylor Nichols said:
Being a single working mom of 3 kids, I rarely have time for self-care but in the rare moments that I get to unwind, I like to play soothing music, turn my oil diffuser on, light some candles and soak in the bath with a face mask on. Following the bath, I love to lather on lotion, slip into a robe and slippers and spend some (usually) much needed time on my skin care and do the things us busy momma usually skip over because we are in a rush. Could be anything from dermaplaning, jade roller to really taking time to use serums and moisturizers. Love the idea from the blog of not rushing back into our normal busy lives. Will definitely keep that in mind! Love your products!
October 10, 2025
Mindy Cady said:
A hot bath is my go to after a long day. Lights dim, music and some essential oils make it a great reset. Followed up with my tallow afterwards of course!
October 10, 2025
Deanna said:
Flying cow is not a luxury but a staple for me since moving to a high elevation and super dry state. These conditions cause premature again! I’ve had nothing but compliments on my skin since using flying cow through the winter. Also that robe looks soooo comfy!
October 10, 2025
margaretlee marion said:
my favorite and most doable routine has been using the restore night cream on my face, neck, and chest immediately after my shower. my face is supple from the hot shower already and it feels so refreshing to rub the restore on while my face is already soft! my husband has remarked a few times how glowy and soft my face has been recently. love this stuff.
October 10, 2025
Marisol Montes said:
For an at home spa feeling, I like to lock the bathroom door, (so that I’m not interrupted by a pup or anyone at home), turn on a hot shower for a little steam. Then spritz a couple of mists of my favorite essential oils to give my hot shower that spa scent and feel of relaxation as I inhale and exhale a few deep breaths. I may use a sugar scrub, rinse, then get out, pat dry, and use some coconut oil to moisturize my body, and Flying Cow Tallow for my face, neck, and decolletage.
October 10, 2025
Christine Rus said:
My fave way to relax is creating a good ambient setting . This includes candles , lighting , music . Also , favorite treats at the ready paired with wine or your fave alcoholic free beverage ! After the relaxing bath , you then apply all your Flying cloud tallow to soothe and hydrate the skin on your face and body !!!! Climb into bed and binge watch your favorite series or show !!!! Enjoy !
October 10, 2025
Emily Curry said:
I like to relax at home by having an evening routine where I do skincare and body care using my IR light
October 10, 2025
Tiffany Dilts said:
Relaxing is something I’m still learning. I grew up just always on the go with no stopping. Now I am realizing how important rest is. My current favorite is early mornings on the porch just as the sun is coming up, with a cup of coffee in my mug that says “ let’s stay home”
October 10, 2025
Dee Dee Starkey said:
My brother turned me on to Flying Cow, I’ve been purchasing it for everyone! I love it. A totally different feel from other Tallow products. And I LOVE that the company is a Texas Company! Thank you. I feel great, my husband uses it everyday. Customers for LIFE, and I see you have new products to offer!
October 10, 2025
Kristi G said:
A hot shower, no make-up, comfy clothes and a soft blanket…that’s my ultimate relaxation.
October 10, 2025
Tyra Buchanan said:
I am a nurse on my feet 12-13 hours a day at work and then more at home. I love to run my bath as hot as I can stand with some Epson salt and eucalyptus and lavender oil and sit and soak while listening to spa music and the lights off with a candle going. Of course it is absolutely best when no one is home to hear the commotion outside the door but that doesn’t always happen. I love to read but find it hard to read in the bathtub. All I want to do is soak and relax. Afterwards, I drown myself in Flying Cow Tallow( still using the winter blend from last year) and get into my Soma pajamas and head to bed!
October 10, 2025
Bridget Lussier said:
I can’t wait for using these for an at home spa day with my best friend!
October 10, 2025
Krista Peters said:
I feel like I have been going and going with work and kids for so long I have forgotten how to relax and really pamper myself. My calmest moments are during my quiet time in the morning. After that I jump into work. I could take time to get ready rather than jumping into work in my pj’s. I may also try some of the other ideas posted in the comments.
October 10, 2025
Amanda Farquharson said:
Love taking a bath or shower with lavender, peppermint and rosemary essential oils for a relaxing effect. Then moisturize with coffee balm!
October 10, 2025
Kristen Snellgrove said:
I love to take a nice hot bath with Epsom salt and my favorite essential oils, while listening to scripture or a good book. My favorite is putting my tallow on after a long day and just the feeling of refreshment from the moisture the tallow provides.
October 10, 2025
Mary Ellen Sutliff said:
A spa time for me is low lights, jazz music, hot shower, right before getting into bed and reading .
October 10, 2025
Grace chan said:
My way to unwind is a hot steamy shower with eucalyptus plant hanging from shower head. Then afterwards a hot chamomile tea and red light therapy to relax.
October 10, 2025
Ren said:
I light my favorite candle, get the bath nice and hot with Epsom salt, put in my headphones and close my eyes!! It’s sooo relaxing!! Sometimes I have a nice drink or some ice cream too for my relax time :)
October 10, 2025
Sarah Leslie said:
Sitting on the porch with coffee and a crossword puzzle is the best way to relax, especially on a cool morning.
October 10, 2025
Emily Allen said:
I like to take a shower and use several different flying cow tallows on my face and then do a epson salt foot soak to detox and relax for bed (while watching tv).
October 10, 2025
Karla Privett said:
I love taking a bath, drinking hot tea, and reading a good book on my Kindle. Add epsom salts or lavender bubble bath and I’m in full relax mode.
October 10, 2025
Faith Lopez said:
My spa day at home consists of a hot shower with a eucalyptus candle and lavender shampoo. Then journal a bit and a good read on my kindle.
October 10, 2025
Mary Lou DeLaune said:
For ultimate relaxtion, I make a cup of coffee, run a hot bath with lavender epson salts, and soak in the tub while listening to “spa music” on my Alexa.
On a normal afternoon, I have my cup of coffee in hand, and I curl up on my cozy chair in my book nook to read or scroll on Pinterest!
October 10, 2025
Savannah Obregon said:
Give me a blanket, snacks, and control of the remote — that’s my version of self-care!
October 10, 2025
Ashley said:
All your self care in one place. I love lowering the lights to a warm ambiance after sunset. TV off 2 hours before bed with a nice cup of warm tea with magnesium. It sets the mood for a good night sleep. What a great article everyone should reflect on.
October 10, 2025
Shonni LHassoldt said:
My favorite way to relax right now in this beautiful fall weather is with a cup of hot tea, my Siberian Husky beside me and laying underneath the trees, just listening and being present. It’s so connects me back to myself,, the things I love and the beauty of everything around me. I also liked Nick on a baby blanket. I’m making for my granddaughter.
October 10, 2025
Anna-Marie said:
It’s rare, unheard of, that I get a spa day, but I love aromatherapy and anytime I can get a nice long hot shower and use my tallow, it makes me feel so much better! I love the Light Lavender Peppermint mostly, but I can’t wait to try Bells Peace Balm! I used Baby Moon daily when I was pregnant and it was the perfect thing to get me comfy and cozy for bed. I’m excited to implement some of these ideas into my evenings(at least once in a while) for a nice spa experience!
October 10, 2025
Cole said:
I cuddle up with a book on the couch and read wrapped in multiple blankets. I nice smelly candle going makes it all the better.
October 10, 2025
Jessica said:
I love to add essential oils to a nice hot shower to relax and the.n finish off with the peppermint balm to refresh my face after!
October 10, 2025
Gabbi S. said:
Having a new baby makes it hard to find time to relax, but my favorite way when I get the time is to soak in a warm bath with Epsom salt and magnesium then use Restore tallow balm and tallow chapstick. It’s the little things!
October 10, 2025
Lori Spielman said:
My favorite way to spa is in the bathtub with epsom salts or a bath bomb, some meditation music then a big fluffy towel and I love my tallow to stay moisturized.
October 10, 2025