Host a spa party for your friends in need of a little R&R.
Invitations
Tell your friends it’s time to relax with an Evite invitation, like the free “Spahhh!” invitation below or a premium “For Mom” invitation for a mother/daughter date. Check out more designs in our Girls’ Night invitation gallery or full invitation gallery.
Decorations
A few simple touches can turn any place into a spa retreat. How you decorate for your spa party depends on the type of indulgence fest you plan to have: a manicure party, pedicure party, makeover party, facials party, massage party — the choices are endless.
In addition to the particular spa items and tools you need for throwing one of these parties, you’ll want to establish a tranquil, spa-like vibe with green plants, fragrant flowers like lilies and roses, stacks of fluffy white towels and bowls of fresh fruit.
Put out lots of soft pillows, blankets and magazines so guests can really feel like they’re on a relaxing escape from the real world. To soothe and satisfy all of your senses, plug in a small electronic waterfall and ditch the lights in favor of relaxing scented candles, like lavender or eucalyptus.
Attire
Again, the type of spa party you have will determine what you and your guests should wear. If you’re planning on going all out with massages and facials, tell your guests to bring a big robe and slippers, so they can deck themselves out like they would at a real spa.
If you’re hosting something more low-key like a manicure party, pedicure party or makeover party, just tell your guests to pack flip-flops and dress comfortably.
Most importantly, tell your guests to wear clothes they wouldn’t mind being stained with nail polish remover, lotions or foundation.
Essentials
If you’re throwing an at-home spa party, you’ll need a stock of products for your guests to enjoy. Here are some essentials to keep in mind depending on the type of treatments you’d like to have at your party.
- Mani/Pedi Party: Since hygiene is of particular concern when it comes to the nails, you’ll either want to have guests bring their own tools or stick with disposable kits. Orangewood sticks are great for cleaning underneath nails as well as pushing back cuticles, and they cost next-to-nothing. You’ll also need lots of cotton balls, nail polish remover, hand/foot moisturizers, files and disposable pumice stones. Have guests bring one or two polishes so everyone will have lots of colors to choose from.
- Facial Party: If you’re purchasing products for your group, buy products formulated for sensitive skin. They are usually more mild and will most likely be best across several skin types. Again, some guests may feel most comfortable bringing their own products. Have lots of product spatulas handy so people don’t have to dip their fingers into jars.
- Massage Party: If you’re hiring a masseuse for your massage party, they’ll have everything you need for a great massage. If not, get solid massage bars instead of the oils. They slowly melt when they make contact with the skin and are much less messy than their liquid counterparts.
Food
Light finger foods make the best spa party treats. In addition to fresh fruit, serve tea sandwiches cut into small pieces (like these bloom sandwiches), assorted olives and crudités with a hummus dip — all perfect for snacking.
Chocolate truffles round out the light meal nicely and help your guests keep that blissed-out feeling long after their spa treatments end.
Drinks
Bellini (serves 1)
- 2 peaches
- 6 ounces Champagne
Peel and puree 1 peach. Pour puree into a Champagne glass. Add Champagne to fill glass. Stir gently. Cut second peach into thick slices; garnish glass with one slice.
For a non-alcoholic alternative, try this lemon mint spa water. Add slices of lemons, orange, limes and cucumbers to a pitcher along with a few sprigs of fresh mint. Add water and ice to fill pitcher.
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