A spa date night at home is an important and enjoyable way to relax, unwind, and spend time with your partner. In today’s busy world, it can be easy to get caught up in work and other responsibilities, which can lead to feelings of stress. Take the time to pamper yourselves and relax together with these spa night ideas to reconnect and strengthen your bond.
Learn How to Give a Proper Massage!
We’ve assembled 4 quick tips on how to give a proper massage for date night:
- Gather any massage tools or supplies you will needas (e.g., towel, massage oil, lotion)
- Warm up their muscles with light, gentle strokes, and increase the pressure as needed.
- Use long, smooth strokes and circular motions to massage your partner’s muscles. And, avoid using too much pressure!
- Pay attention to your partner’s body language and breathing–adjust the pressure and techniques accordingly.
Soak in a Bath
Make DIY Face Masks
Light Some Aromatherapy Candles
Get Some Fresh Flowers, and Soak Your Feet
Have a Citrus-Infused Fruit Bath Together
Give Each Other Hand Massages
We’ve assembled 5 quick tips on how to give a proper hand massage for date night:
- Gently massaging the back of their hand and wrist using circular motions; Use a small amount of massage oil or lotion to help your hands glide smoothly over the skin.
- Slowly move up the arm with long, flowing strokes to massage the entire hand and wrist.
- Pay special attention to any areas that feel sore or tense; use gentle pressure to work out any knots.
- Focus on specific pressure points, such as the webbing between the fingers or the pads of the fingers.
- Finish the massage by gently squeezing and massaging the fingers/palm of the hand.
Get a Few Bath Bombs
Do a Shower Lymphatic Body Massage
Order a Spa Kit
Make Sure to Include Some Tasty Light Treats
Need some ideas on which snacks are perfect for a spa date night?
- Fresh fruit such as apples, pears, berries, and grapes
- Nuts and seeds (e.g., almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds)
- Energy bars
- Flavored water or herbal teas
- Dark chocolate
- Dried apricots or cranberries
- Crackers or rice cakes with a hummus spread
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Greek yogurt with granola/muesli
- Air-popped popcorn
Try Couples Yoga After a Shower
Practice yoga together to help relax and feel more connected to each other as well as improve both of your flexibility and strength.
We compiled a list of YouTube videos to practice yoga together:
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Nick is a 33-year-old living in Boston who knows a thing of two about dating and crafting date ideas! He also enjoys running, biking, partner dancing and windsurfing throughout the week
