KICK BACK AND RELAX It’s nice to treat yourself to a good spa day, but it can be costly. So instead, create the same treatments from the much-less-expensive comfort of your own home. Light some candles, grab your robe, and kick back with these home spa activities.
WITH THESE HOME SPA TREATMENTS
YOUR SPA SPACE The best way to get the most out of your spa day is to set up your space to create a relaxing environment. Declutter the area you plan to relax in, grab your supplies so they’re on standby, light a few candles, and add some mood music, that way it feels like a true spa room. AT-HOME TREATMENTS Now that your spa room is set, it’s time to indulge in different treatments! • Oatmeal and Honey Facial Mask: These simple ingredients make for a wonderful face mask that leaves your skin super smooth and soft. In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix 1/4 cup of water, 1/2 cup of uncooked oatmeal, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1 tbsp of pure honey, and cook for 5–6 minutes. Stir frequently, and when the time is up, remove from heat and allow to cool. Massage a semi-thick layer of pure honey over your clean face and neck before applying the mask. Apply the mask with upward strokes, lie back, and relax for 15–20 minutes. You can remove the mask with warm water and a soft facial cloth! • Honey and Lemon Foot Soak: This moisturizing and antibacterial foot soak is the perfect remedy for a day on your feet.
All you need for this treatment is 1/2 cup of honey, 1–2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 lemon sliced into thin rounds. You can either fill a large container or your bathtub with warm water, pour in the honey and apple cider vinegar, and mix! Then, top the water with the lemon slices — and soak your feet for 15–20 minutes. PRODUCTS FOR AT-HOME SPA DAYS With these products, you can turn your home into a luxurious spa-like sanctuary. Consider the following:
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Bath neck pillow Gel eye masks
Bath salts
Oil diffusers
A full spa day is a great way to treat yourself, and we all deserve to sit back and relax every once in a while.
Watch for Them This Season! THE SCARY SYMPTOMS OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES
Sure, ghosts, zombies, and vampires are spooky — but nothing is scarier than a monster that messes with your body from the inside out. Maybe that sounds like science fiction, but it’s actually an uncomfortably apt description of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). If you’re injured by a bump or jolt to the head (in a car crash, while playing a sport, or during a fall at home), you could come away with a TBI, even if the blow doesn’t break your skin. Perhaps the most terrifying thing about TBIs is the long-term symptoms. Here are three of the scariest warning signs that you may be haunted by a serious brain injury. • Mood and Personality Changes: After a TBI, you might find yourself feeling more extreme emotions or notice your mood changing on a dime. One minute you may feel calm — and the next you might shout, laugh, or cry! You could also lose your motivation or miss social cues, leading to embarrassing situations. • Changes to Your Senses of Taste and Smell: You could lose one or both senses, or they could be distorted by your brain injury. Imagine a world where you can’t enjoy the scent of flowers or the taste of chocolate cake. Molly Birnbaum’s memoir “Season to Taste” paints a vivid picture of this scenario. • Memory Problems: TBIs can trigger amnesia or prevent you from forming new memories after your accident. Often, people with TBIs have trouble remembering conversations and events, and need to rely on memory triggers and other tricks to stay on track.
Every TBI is a little bit different, but if you’re seeing any of these warning signs in yourself, a friend, or a family member, schedule a visit to the doctor right away. TBIs can be deadly, especially if left untreated. You should also call our team of attorneys. Depending on how you were injured, you might be eligible for compensation from an insurance company to cover your treatment. You could have a shot at compensation if you were injured due to someone else’s negligence or because of their intentional conduct (ex. assault). Our team can determine whether you have a case — and the sooner you contact us, the better.
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