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There’s no question about it, being an aunt is a gift!

It’s a gift for the kids to have a special woman in their life that loves them, and a gift for us to feel connected and to be loved in return. For aunts, there’s no greater joy then spending the day with our nieces and nephews, but after a fun-filled day packed with hours of Auntivities, you better believe you deserve a little alone time to pamper yourself. Why? Because at the end of the day, a relaxed and calm auntie is more fun to be around!

Sometimes all it takes to feel relaxed and rejuvenated is to indulge in a simple little luxury that makes you happy. Here are a few of our favorite auntie-things to enjoy whenever you’re in need of some special “me” time.

Story time with Auntie

When was the last time you enjoyed a book that didn’t have lots of pictures? One of the best ways to relax and unwind is with a great book in the genre of choice. Hot steamy romance, intense thriller mystery or drawn out drama? No matter what the story, grab a cup of tea or open a bottle of wine and let your mind go. Remember it’s your time to enjoy.

Create an at-home spa… ahhh

No need to travel to an upscale spa to experience true luxury. There are simple ways to create your own personal at-home spa experience without ever leaving your house or bathroom!

1.    Fake a pricey facial – No need to go to a spa to give skin a little glow! Head into the kitchen and whip up a mask  yourself. Remember last week when you and your nieces and nephews made oatmeal cookies?  You only used a cup of oats for the cookies, so now you can use the rest for your face!

-- Mix ½ cup of oatmeal with hot water and form a paste. Add one egg yolk and stir. Apply to your face and let sit for 10-15 minutes. For extra TLC, place sliced cucumber on your eyes. While you’re waiting for the mask to do its magic, put on some soothing tunes, light an aromatherapy candle, sit back and relax. When the times up, wash your face and enjoy in the glow.

2.    Bring on the bubbles – A long hot bubble bath is just what the auntie ordered.  Dim the bathroom lights, put on a chill playlist and let the bubbles take you away. For a little added “spa” add a few drops of lavender oil to the bath to instantly calm and relax.

3.    Shave away stress – Shaving can become a monotonous routine that often gets overlooked and rushed. To make things simple and easy, find a razor that does more than just shave. Schick Intuition makes shaving simple and enjoyable because it has a conditioning solid plus razor that lathers, shaves and moisturizes in one, easy step. All you need to do is just add water! How simple is that?

Cheers to you, Auntie!

Every now and again aunties need a glass of wine or a flirty cocktail. What’s even better is if you grab the gals and plan a girls’ night out!  Spending time with friends is a great way to celebrate each other, and the terrific job you all do being an aunt, friend, sister, mother… Cheers to being an aunt and to enjoying life’s simple luxuries!

Our Auntuition says: A fun idea for your next day with the kids – Enjoy some simple luxuries with your nieces and nephews! It’s great to pamper the little ones too, and there’s no better way than story time and pedicures with auntie!

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