Pampered

Of the many kinds of women in the world, I am one who likes to be pampered.  I can work hard, but I can also accept the hard work of estheticians and massage therapists at a healthy clip.

Today I went to a student spa.

I got a facial

 

A manicure


And a pedicure

I was super excited that my co-worker Lynda got to come with me to do all of it!

Don't judge us, yo.  The spa isn't a place to get all glammed up for.  It's more like a "just got out of the shower" kind of joint.

My sister and I used to go to get pedicures monthly before the recession hit.  It's a great self maintenance kind of activity.  Since I have now discovered facials, I've decided that they improve upon pedicures exponentially.  Mary Kay has ruined the perception of a TRUE facial for the masses.  Yes, a facial does include rubbing a series of facial products on your face, but that is not why it is awesome.  A SPA facial is when you enter a room with lowered lights, soothing music, and the sound of a waterfall in the vicinity.  It includes things like COMPLETE physical relaxation, a heated mattress for comfort, a steamer for the pores, and all aforementioned facial products rubbed onto the face, kneck, shoulders, and upper chest by a pseudo-masseur.  Seven layers of pre-cleanser, cleanser, exfoliant, masque, moisturizer, toner, and re-vitalizing cream applied via massage for over an hour of pure pampering treatment.  Add the aromatherapy oil treatment to begin and end and it's an almost transcendent experience.

It also comes with a skin consultation, which is a special treat for me.  I grew up believing I had the worst luck with my skin because of a serious acne problem.  Well, time cures all ills and now when I am assessed by a professional, it feels so nice to have someone ooh and ahh about my small pores, hydrated features, and lack of blemishes.  If this only lasts for a few years, I am going to enjoy it!

And the last reason why I am a pampered wife today:

Truly, I am a fan of who I married.