If you’re someone who is passionate about looking after their health and wellbeing, then it may not come as a surprise to know that by 2020, adults in the UK are expected to spend £10.4 billion on products and procedures that will keep their body and mind in great shape.
Instead of paying money to spas you could opt to relax and pamper yourself in your own personal spa. But is a home spa worth the money? We look to answer this question.
The cost of home spas
The options are endless when it comes to building a home spa. If you have the space and the budget, you could build your own health and wellbeing room which consists of a swimming pool and steam room.
On a more practical and affordable level, you could look to swap your bath-tub for a jacuzzi or normal shower for a spa shower. Alternatively, if you have unused space in your home you could convert it into a steam and sauna room.
If you’re looking to create a home spa, there are some things to consider first:
- Cost of building an extra space or converting a room
- Design of the space
- Sourcing someone to install the spa
- Running costs of the home spa
Home spas are meant to be luxurious and a relaxing environment. Somewhere that you can forget about life’s stresses. So, it’s beneficial to source a specialist company, like Nordic Spas who can guide you through the design process and advise on the best products for your space.
Are home spas worth the cost?
Before you go spending your cash, we should see if the health and wellbeing benefits of a home spa outweigh the financial cost? Spas are known to:
Help with sleep
Have you noticed how well you sleep after a soak in the bath or a hot shower? That’s because you’re able to slip into a state of deep sleep when our body is warm. So, if you have trouble sleeping, spending some time in a home spa before you go to bed will help you stay in a deep sleep for longer. Meaning you’re more refreshed and relaxed the next day.
Reduce stress
Most of us retain stress in our body, which leads to pain and discomfort in muscles, particularly around the shoulders and neck. The hot moisture of a steam room and the power jets of a spa shower can help ease muscle tension and pain. Plus, the hot water can help reduce inflammation in joints.
Bring tired skin back to life
During the cold months, your skin may feel dry and look tired. Spending time in a warm environment like a sauna or a hot tub will result in your arteries and veins expanding, meaning more blood flows through them. This gives your skin a healthy glow and makes it feel less painful and tight.
You can’t put a value on your health, and the benefits you get from home spas could see you living a healthy and happy life for longer.
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A dream – not sure I’d want at home – like going places
An interesting read. Unfortunately I don’t have any spare space