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The 9 Best Home Spa Products to Turn Your Bathroom Into a Spa Sanctuary

Christian Gollayan
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As a bookish Harvard law student once sarcastically yet accurately said in the Hollywood Classic Legally Blonde, the spa is the mothership to every well-manicured American. It’s a safe space to ignore our outside obligations and indulge in our vanities, where we’re buffed, scrubbed, and polished into our most radiant, fabulous selves. While a premium spa session will cost you as much as an out-of-network therapist, its mental health benefits are almost as effective.

However, people may be reluctant to visit spas, which is understandable given the pandemic. But remember, this is America. We’re hardwired to build our conveniences within arm’s reach. We’ve converted our basements into movie theaters, garages into home gyms, and even bathrooms into spas. Unlike building a home gym or theater, turning your bathroom into a tranquil, world-class spa oasis doesn’t require bulky equipment or tech wizardry. Ahead are the best home spa products for your bathroom, so you can balance your inner qi and make every day a spa day.

Parachute Cloud Cotton Shower Curtain

A Parachute shower curtain, a bathtub, and towels evoking an earthy vibe.

When establishing a personal home spa, you probably need to upgrade (or change) everything, from your bathroom’s overall atmosphere to its furnishings — including your shower curtain. Hence, the Parachute Shower Curtain is the upgrade you need. Crafted from premium Turkish cotton, this plush shower curtain adds a luxurious, earthy, or minimalist appeal that befits most home spas when installed. Go ahead and enjoy a rejuvenating bath, for Parachute’s shower curtain ensures you get the ultimate privacy you need during your spa day.

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Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe

A plush Brooklinen bathrobe.

If you’ve ever been tempted to swipe those luxe bathrobes at five-star hotels, this one’s for you. Known for their ultra-plush bed sheets, Brooklinen has made some equally comfy robes from Turkish cotton, and they feel like a soft, yuppie embrace.

L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil

A bottle of L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil.

Like dipping yourself in a rich tub of almond milk, this sweet-smelling oil cleans and moisturizes and is perfect for men with dry skin, or if you just want to smell like dessert after showering.

True Botanicals Resurfacing Body Mask

A bottle of True Botanicals Resurfacing Body Mask.

Refresh your body with a green tea mask that gently sloughs off dead skin and gunk. Use up to twice a week to maximize skin-clearing results.

Read more: Best Body Washes

Vitruvi Charcoal Stone Diffuser

A Vitruvi Charcoal Stone Diffuser.

A stylish candle alternative, this stone gadget can consistently diffuse essential oils for up to three hours.

Kiehl’s Instant Renewal Concentrate Mask

A packet of Kiehl’s Instant Renewal Concentrate Mask beside its packaging.

Kiehl’s face mask for your skin will give your face a dewy glow, thanks to its trifecta of oils derived from the Amazon, which means it smells amazing, too.

Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Moisturizing Reviving Eye Mask

A tube of Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Moisturizing Reviving Eye Mask with the Leaf of Life behind it.

While you’re at it, slap on this lightweight eye mask, which reduces dark circles and plumps up fine lines. Best worn overnight.

Malin + Goetz Intensive Hair Conditioner

A tube of Malin + Goetz Intensive Hair Conditioner.

Use your extra free time to invest in your hair with this oil-based, grapeseed hair conditioner, which also doubles as a hair mask. Leave on your damp hair for at least 10 minutes to get the most out of its moisturizing benefits.

Read more: Best Shampoos for Men

Peg and Awl Bathtub Caddy

A black towel and other bathroom essentials on a Peg and Awl Bathtub Caddy.

This rustic caddy made from sustainable wood lets you sip a bevvy and read a novel without leaving your tub. Pro tip: Make sure to set an alarm clock in case you drift off to sleep.

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