A spa experience is not complete without a hearty body scrub to exfoliate dead skin cells and smoothen out rough patches at the heels, knees and elbows. This scrub contains ximen oil from the African ximenia tree, which is known for its skin softening and moisturising properties.

2 Ren Moroccan Rose Otto Ultra-Nourishing Body Oil (100ml)
$76, from Escentials

Luxuriate in the sensuous scent of rose oil as you massage this moisturising body oil onto slightly damp skin after a bath. Suitable for all skin types, but works especially well on dry skin.

3 Kenzoki Marshmallow Mask (50ml)
$82

Enjoy the comforting cocoon of this souffle-light face mask from the French brand. It contains cocoa butter, essential oils and cotton seed butter to nourish and plump up dehydrated skin, leaving your skin supple and soft.

4 Biotherm Relaxing Milk Bath (400ml)
$68

Cleopatra, Queen of the Nile, was famed for taking milk baths to stay young and beautiful. Indulge in this legendary ritual with Biotherm’s milk bath. Refreshing citrus essential oils give the bath mix an invigorating twist.

5 Origins Ginger Souffle Whipped Body Cream (200ml)
$43

This tangy whipped body cream leaves a comforting and warm sensation which penetrates deep into your muscle tissue to soothe aches.

6 Dior Prestige Exquisite Energy Massage Creme (50ml)
$185

Like the rest of the body, your face muscles can be tense and overworked too. This massage cream for the face contains nectar from the Madagascan Kniphofia flower, a beauty aid prized by generations of the island’s women for its protective and nourishing properties. Follow the step-by-step massage instructions enclosed for best results.

This article was first published in Urban, The Straits Times.