❄️ DIY Winter Spa Day: Restorative Edition❄️

(For December–February: when the world is cold, sparkly, and in need of warmth)

🌟Vibe Setup: The Winter Aesthetic

Set the scene before you start, your environment is part of the self-care.

Lighting:  Soft white fairy lights or candlelight (go for scents like peppermint, fir, vanilla, sandalwood, or frankincense). Add a string of twinkling lights to mirror snowy evenings.

Playlist: Cozy winter jazz, instrumental piano, or acoustic holiday covers. For deeper relaxation: ambient “snowfall” or crackling fireplace sounds.

Scents: Simmer a pot of:

1 orange (sliced)

A handful of cranberries

1 cinnamon stick

1 rosemary sprig and/or spruce needles

1 tablespoon of whole cloves

1 tablespoon of allspice berries

1 teaspoon of nutmeg

→ Smells like a “winter cabin” meets holiday kitchen.

Other ingredient ideas for a simmer pot: lime, lemon, grapefruit, apples or apple cider, pears, cinnamon, ginger, cardamon, star anise, pumpkin spice, thyme, basil, mint, bay leaves, pine or fir needles, lavender, vanilla extract

Or use essential oils like: peppermint, pine, fir, vanilla, frankincense, myrrh, or cedarwood in a diffuser.

Decor: Fluffy robe, cozy socks, hot drink in hand, soft blanket, and your favorite candle burning. Add twinkling lights or a mini evergreen branch for a festive touch.

Tea or Herbal Drink: A warming cup of peppermint hot cocoa, spiced chai, or cranberry herbal tea. Add a heart-shaped marshmallow or sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for flair.

Best Winter Essential Oils & Winter Diffuser Blend – Mountain Rose Herb

Winter Recipes with Spice – use this for inspiration

Easy Winter Health Formulas

3 Warming Herbal Tea Blends for Winter

Make Your Own Mulling Spice

DIY: Winter Mood Boost Extract

 Winter Diffuser Blend – “Fireside Glow”

• 2 drops Vanilla

• 2 drops Peppermint

• 1 drop Frankincense

• 1 drop Cedarwood

Add to diffuser with water. Balances freshness with calm, perfect for a winter reset.

🩵 Peppermint & Eucalyptus Foot Soak (Winter Renewal)

Ingredients:

• Warm water

• ½ cup Epsom salt

• 1 tbsp baking soda

• 3 drops peppermint essential oil

• 2 drops eucalyptus essential oil

• Optional: dried rosemary sprig

How-To:Mix all ingredients in a basin of warm water. Soak feet 15–20 minutes.This helps circulation, relieves fatigue, and invigorates the senses.

Alternate:Add a few rose petals for a Valentine’s twist in February.

💋 Cocoa & Honey Hydrating Face Mask

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp raw cocoa powder (antioxidant-rich)

• 1 tbsp honey (moisturizing + soothing)

• 1 tbsp yogurt or oat milk (for hydration)

• Optional: 1 drop rose essential oil (romantic + gentle)

How-To:Mix well until creamy. Apply to clean skin for 10–15 minutes.Rinse with warm water and pat dry for soft, glowing skin.

🍓 Vanilla Rose Sugar Body Scrub (Valentine Glow Edition)

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup white sugar (or fine pink Himalayan salt for a luxurious feel)

• ¼ cup coconut oil

• 1 tbsp honey

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Optional: dried rose petals or a drop of rose essential oil

How-To:Blend until smooth. Use in the shower on damp skin.This leaves a soft, sweet, floral scent and polished winter skin.

🫧 Aromatherapy Shower or Bath

Shower Option:Tie together fresh eucalyptus, rosemary, and a cinnamon stick, and hang behind your showerhead.

As steam rises, it releases a spa-like, energizing scent.

Bath Option:

• 1 cup Epsom salt

• ½ cup dried milk powder (for a Cleopatra-style milk bath)

• A few drops lavender or vanilla oil mixed in carrier oil

• Optional: rose petals or a sprinkle of edible gold dust for luxury

New Year Detox Twist:Add ½ cup baking soda to cleanse and refresh.

🤒 Respiratory Support and the Winter Sniffles

How to Make a Bee Balm Steam Inhalation for Respiratory Support – Mountain Rose Herbs

Herbal Vapor Balm

Winter Wellness Tea Blend

🕊️ Moisturize & Melt Into Comfort

Winter Lotion & Body Butter Ideas:

• DIY Whipped Body Butter:

  • ½ cup shea butter

  • ¼ cup coconut oil

  • ¼ cup almond oil

  • 10 drops of essential oil (vanilla, sandalwood, or rose)

    
    

    Whip until light and fluffy.

• Scent Inspiration:

  • “Sugar Cookie” (vanilla + almond)

  • “Frosted Forest” (pine + peppermint + cedarwood)

  • “Rose Champagne” (rose + vanilla + bergamot)

Wrap up in a soft robe and sip something warm — like vanilla lavender hot milk or peppermint mocha.

Lavender Moon Milk Recipe

🩷 Inner Warmth Ritual

After pampering your body, take care of your heart:

• Journal on the theme: “What do I want to release this season?” (December/January)• Or “What love do I want to nurture — for myself and others?” (February)• Meditate with gentle winter music or guided affirmations for self-compassion.

☁️ Optional Extras

DIY Lip Balm or Scrub:Mix brown sugar, honey, and a drop of peppermint oil.  Scrub gently, then apply coconut oil.

Hand Mask:Massage with warm olive oil + honey, put on soft gloves, and rest for 10–15 minutes.

Restorative Hair Mask:Warm argan or jojoba oil, apply mid-length to ends, and wrap in a towel.Rinse after 30 minutes for silky winter hair.

 Candle & Gift Inspiration

• Winter Scents: Frosted Vanilla, Balsam & Cedar, Sugar Plum, Peppermint Mocha

• Brands with heart:

  • Homesick Candles – “Holiday” or “Snow Day”

  • Anchor and Flank Candles – 5% of all sales are donated to a non-profit that supports injured wildland firefighters and their families. ❤️

  • Nurtured 9: The Spa Day New Mom Gift Box

  • Beyond Gifts Company: Holiday Gift Basket