From Booklist
Even the humblest of kitchen pantries, insists British magazine writer Rees, can yield potions and remedies for the human body: for instance, cucumbers for tired eyes or peanut oil to soothe chapped lips or sea salt as a postshower exfoliator. Each of these prescriptions joins dozens of tips and hints for creating a true spa at home. Divided into chapters on by relaxation, full body, and head ideas, the book is generous with recipes and formulas as well as generic good-health advice. The "motherly" suggestions feature sun protection, hangover helps, and face-cleansing innovations. In fact, many alternate therapies are summarized here--such as hydro-, aroma-, and thalassatherapy--and recommendations are freely provided.
Barbara Jacobs
Book Description
All in color! Includes die-cut tab pages! Recreate the same luxurious and soothing atmosphere of an expensive commercial spa right at home! Indulge in relaxation therapies, including 10-minute pick-me-ups to renew body and spirit after a busy day and thalassotherapy, a treatment of seawater, plants, and minerals. What day at a spa would be complete without a massage? You can do it yourself with techniques for the hands, legs, face, and shoulders. Treat the body to a "rub and scrub" with loofahs, natural sponges, or mitts; or to a complete wrap. Make bathtime an excuse to moisturize, de-tox, and pamper skin with a range of recipes. Have a facial; highlight your hair with organic colorants; and more. You'll look--and feel--fully refreshed and renewed. Trim size: 8 1/2 x 11.