Pamper Someone with These Spa Gift Basket Ideas

Mimic a day at the spa by giving the gift of spa and pamper baskets. Without leaving the house, the recipient will be able to pamper themselves while they relax in a peaceful setting.

Beauty Products

Add a variety of beauty and body care products.

Purchase a jar of body scrub or make one. Combine equal amounts sugar and vegetable oil to make a body scrub free of chemicals.
Tuck in facial mask packets. Add a variety to include masks created for dry, acne-prone or oily skin.
Include a bottle of lotion. Make sure the lotion is unscented or has a light, relaxing scent such as lavender or chamomile to create a calming atmosphere.
Add a bottle of bubble bath to mimic the jetted tubs in spas. Again, try to include one with a relaxing scent.
Include a nourishing hair mask and hair wrap for the recipient to use while soaking in the tub. Either choose a few different varieties or choose one that will work for any hair type, just to make sure the recipient will be able to use it.

Food

Include a selection of healthy foods offered at spas in spa and pamper baskets. Try to incorporate as many organic and salt-free items which reduce bloating and lower blood pressure.

Create a spa salad kit with organic dressing, healthy croutons, salt-free sunflower seeds and dried fruit. Include anything that won’t spoil, but add a recipe with items the recipient will need to include such as lettuce, tomatoes, avocado and shredded carrots.
Buy a box of smoothie mix and tuck in a few packets.
Include organic or salt-free corn chips.
Add a bottle of healthy salsa or a package of organic dip.
Include bottles of mineral water or club soda along with lavender or chamomile tea bags.
Tuck in a gift card for a natural or organic grocery store or organic food delivery.
Add a healthy recipe book that features organic and local products.

Accessories

Add a few accessories to complete the package. Try to include items used at spas and health centers.

Include a spa robe and slippers. Choose a robe made with organic cotton or hemp.
Add a hand-held body or facial massager to mimic the treatments offered at a spa.
Include applicator brushes for facial and body masks.
Tuck relaxing CDs into the basket to create a peaceful atmosphere. Include a classical music, nature sounds, white noise or world music CD.
Add an eye mask infused with lavender to help the recipient block out disturbances.
Choose a variety of scented candles. Try to choose relaxing scents such as lavender and chamomile.

Choose products that will work for any skin and hair type. Avoid adding any products with nuts or soy as some recipients might experience an allergic reaction. While spa gift baskets should be personalized for each individual, try to include products that will benefit any recipient.