What is Valentine’s Day to you? A true celebration of romantic love, friendship and admiration? A thinly disguised driver designed for excess spending? A stressful day in which you have to come up with something uniquely expensive in order to keep up with the Joneses? 

Love makes the world go round, and expressing love honestly is a beautiful thing. So, why is there so much stress around getting the perfect reservation in the ‘right’ restaurant on one specific evening? Overpriced food, overpriced flowers and stressed-out couples abound on Valentines Day. The opposite of what it should be! 

There is another way to make Valentine’s occasions memorable and relaxing and beneficial for both members of a couple. The ideal way to spend Valentine’s is doing something that benefits you both, and leaves you feeling closer, healthier and more peaceful. 

If you have been feeling disillusioned and stressed out by Valentine’s Day, then ditch the traditional gifts like flowers and chocolates and consider a couple’s spa day. You can find a deal in a lovely spa or create a spa-like environment right in your own home. 

If you are not in a couple situation on Valentine’s Day, these ideas still apply. What better than a pampering treat for the one person you need to love the most? Yourself! 

Spa Treatments for Couples 

Spa treatments really do create a serene atmosphere by soothing all your senses. The aromatic fragrances of oils used for massages, the calming music and restful decor all come together to put you in a calmer place from the start. Calm and ready for an unforgettable experience - time dedicated purely to peace for you and your loved one. 

Here are a few day spa treatments designed for couples and perfect for Valentine’s Day: 

Couple’s Massage:  

This is the real bonding experience of the romantic Valentine’s Day spa ideal. Relaxing and unwinding side by side is the ultimate Valentine’s gift, with far reaching benefits for you both. You can use the time to drift away into a sensory bliss together or communicate deeply. Stress is the number one cause of disharmony and disease in our lives so opportunities to take that right down are magical. 

Muscle tension gets relieved in both partners, as you disconnect from the world together. 

Some of the most enjoyable massage types are:  

Booking tip: When you call to book your couples massage, check that there is a couple’s room with two massage tables, and book in advance if you can as these might get booked up quickly around Valentine’s Day. 

Valentine’s Spa Day Treatment Ideas 

When you book a Valentine’s Day Spa treat, you will be presented with many options. If you are used to Spa experiences, you will know your way around.  

If not, do not get overwhelmed. Just breathe, you’ve got this. It’s easy! Check out a beginner’s guide to spa treatments here. For more details on couples spa treatments at Orchid Day Spa here. 

Number one to consider is your partner. If it is a surprise, you will need to think about the treatments you are booking in terms of what you know about the person. If not, you will be able to ask thoughtful questions to ensure you get it just right.  

Then, you will need to look at the time you have the amount you are comfortable spending. Many spas have beautifully constructed couples or Valentine’s packages that take the guesswork away. Just make sure you take a few extra minutes to know and understand what you are buying. 

Some treatments to consider: 

Facial Treats:
A facial treatment pampering that feels relaxing and leaves your skin beautiful and glowing. The facial could include steaming for cleansing and some people do not enjoy the feeling, so make sure you check for that if you or your partner do not like that idea. 

Here, it is best to talk to the therapist about your skin and your skin-care needs. This might be different between you and your partner, so it is best to prepare the spa with your needs up front so you get the best experience for both of you.  

Spa Body Treatments:
There are a variety of treatments in this category – such as exfoliation and body wraps and moisturising treatments. There can be massage included for specific areas of tension, such as shoulders due to sport injury.  

Couples Aromatherapy Soaks: 
A gorgeous way to share a sensory and relaxing treat. A luxurious bath infused with essential oils, rose petals, bath salts and other treats is perfect for couples. An ideal way to detox, reconnect and rejuvenate away from phones, work, children ad all the other stresses of daily life. Creating these little pockets of tranquility can work wonders in a relationship, whether you are just starting out together or have been together for a lifetime. 

It is wonderful to have it all done for you at a spa but is something you can try and re-create at home, depending on the size of your bath! 

Grooming Treatments:
We all want to put our best foot (or hand) forward when it comes to our loved ones. You can include some of the more traditional salon treatments such as manicures and pedicures or waxing treatments in your couple’s spa package.  

Looking your best does wonders for your self confidence. And as all the self help and couples therapy books will tell us – real self confidence is a most attractive trait in a partner. Look good, feel good. It has nothing to do with vanity and self aggrandisement, and everything to do with feeling good and able to lavish your attention on someone special. 

Shared spa treatments really are gifts that give to the real spirit of Valentine’s and connection. Escape from stressors and and precious time together – make that your Valentine’s focus.