How To Create The Perfect Bath
In ancient cultures around the world, bathing was revered as an art form. It was considered to be much more than a way to simply cleanse the skin; it was thought of as a therapeutic ritual. From the Turkish hammam to the Swedish hot spring, the Japanese onsen to the geothermal pool in Iceland, we invite you to borrow a little bit of bathing magic to create your own spa experience at home.
STEP 1. SET THE MOOD
Turn your bathroom into a luxurious retreat by engaging the senses. We love to light a candle, which not only casts a soft ambient glow, but also fills the space with a subtle scent. Our LUI CANDLE is hand poured from soy wax and is fragranced with our signature scent of orange blossom, iris and vetiver. Put on some music to take it to the next level (and yes, we have a PLAYLIST for that).
STEP 2. GET THE TEMPERATURE RIGHT
Stepping into a tub of scalding water really takes the joy out of bathing. We like to fill the majority of the bath with lukewarm water, only adding hot water at the very end. Try to keep things a little more lukewarm than boiling; prolonged exposure to hot water dries out the skin.
STEP 3. USE YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCTS
No bath is complete without a repertoire of body care products. We recommend adding a few drops of body oil or essential oil to your bath, along with epsom salts to soothe sore muscles. Pop on your favourite face mask and hair mask while you luxuriate in the warm water. The steam in the atmosphere will help them to really soak in. Exfoliate the skin using our BODY POLISH, taking time to shave using our SHAVE CREAM and RAZOR.
STEP 4. SELECT THE RIGHT ACCOUTREMENTS
Just because the water is draining doesn’t mean the cosy times have to be over. Step onto a beautiful bath mat and dry off with a generously sized towel. We love those made from organic cotton; they feel so soft and absorbent. Wrap yourself in a fluffy robe and lean into the hotel experience with some slippers.
STEP 5. REHYDRATE THE SKIN
Your skin is now perfectly prepped to be cocooned in a moisturiser. Hot water can strip the skin of its natural oils, not only compromising its barrier function but leaving it parched. Dermatologists recommend applying moisturiser within three minutes of bathing, as it absorbs best into slightly damp skin. Towel dry and then liberally apply our BODY MOISTURISER. It’s been formulated with hydrating ingredients like squalane, niacinamide and omega-rich plant oils.