Sunday Night Pamper Routine

I think it's so important to pamper yourself ever once in a while. Giving yourself a little more time once a week, to look after your body helps to feed your soul. Especially at this time of the year when its still cold outside. So in order to beat the winter blues I try and include simple pleasures into my week!


On a cold Sunday evening when it's raining outside and all you want to do is snuggle up in front of the fire, I have come up with my own pamper routine which is perfect when I want to really relax and press reset, so I am ready to face Monday.

I love taking it easy on Sundays, it's my favourite day of the week, and the one time when most people press pause on their busy routines and relax.  This mood is reflected in my evening routine, as I have a little more time, I can include a few indulgences!

First up, and something I have to really work on, take time out for yourself. Whether that's reading, watching a movie or having a bath, I think it's so important to schedule in time for you own wellbeing, this is the whole point of a pamper evening. A pamper can be anything from a spa break to half and hour reading. The point of it remains the same, you are looking after yourself.

In my opinion the perfect pamper routine begins with the humble bubble bath!

Add in your favourite bubble bath, bath bomb, bath oils, or bath salts then sit back and soak it in. The hot water is so good for muscles and it's a chance for your whole body to really relax.

At the moment I love using the Neil's Yard Lavender bath salts. Not only does this smells Amazing, lavender also helps to alleviate stress and improves sleep. Then for even more luxury I've been using Jo Malone Bath oil in the scent Pomegranate Noir, I love how it softens the skin and adds a gorgeous scent to the bath- no bubbles but they can be for another evening!

With the basics in place,  now to take it to the next level - Candles! I love scented candles and use them any chance I get. There is something so soothing about the light they give off and of course the smell!

At the moment I am loving this Jo Malone candle, in the scent Red Roses. It is a beautiful warm scent and fills the room with a soft aroma and light.

Now for the exciting part, lotions and potions!

I love doing a face mask maybe a body scrub, on top of my normal cleansing routine. After using my favourite Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm I use a moisturising mask - my skin is really dry at the moment to it needs a little bit of help!

As for Body Scrub I am currently loving one from Soap and Glory, the beads are really good for getting rid of any dry skin without drying it out too much. Just make sure you don't forget to moisturise when you get out - I'm using one of my current favourites which is from Dove. It is from their purely pampering range and is the one with Shea Butter and Vanilla.  I love anything vanilla and this one is so comforting and most importantly, hydrating. It is also really creamy and absorbs into the skin very quickly. Apart for my cleanser, all these products are budget buys and are fab!

Next up - find the perfect reading material. I love taking time to read a book or a magazine and shut off from any worries I may have.

Finally and most important, Relax! This is your time and however you choose to use it allow yourself the chance to reflect on the week that has just gone and the week ahead of you. Plan and prepare and great ready to take on anything Monday throws at you!


What do you love doing on Sundays? I'd love to know !

Olivia x