Today’s woman leads a busy life. Women dividing their attentions and efforts between work, home and hubby often find they’re on automatic pilot with little to no time to spend on themselves. Quick and efficient showers are the usual daily routine and a long, hot shower is often the closest we get to enjoyable bathing. Why not break the cycle once in a while and take in the health and emotional benefits of a luxuriating soak in a bath?

First of all, make sure it’s me-time. Choose a time with no distractions and set the mood. Light aromatic candles, play relaxing music or even listen to your favorite book on audio while you soak.

A bubble bath is fun and inviting. For relaxation, try a bath oil or foaming product with lavendar or go for citrus to revitalize and energize. Oatmeal is soothing for dry, flaky skin. Whatever your favorite moisturizing bath, your skin will benefit and so will your state of mind. A warm bath will relieve aching muscles and joint pains. Scrub with a loofa to increase circulation. Your skin will glow.

So pencil in some time for the relaxation and rejuvenation that the mind-body experience of a good, long soak in the tub offers. Do it because it’s good for you. Do it because you deserve it.