I Turned My Bathroom Into An At-Home Spa For Less Than $200. Here’s How I Did It
By Hannah Emerson
Last Updated September 2, 2025
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, my idea of “self care” is listening to a podcast on my drive to work or remembering to eat three actual meals a day. The idea of a spa day would be nice in theory, but when the time comes to pay, all my prior relaxation would go out the window.
However, I recently discovered NERRĀ. They offer the Body Cleansing Ritual Kit, a 4-step system promising smoother, softer skin. Inspired by Mediterranean bathhouses, NERRĀ aspires to bring the past rituals of self-care back to our busy lives.
With NERRĀ, I was able to transport myself from my one bedroom apartment to a sacred ancient bathhouse, for a fraction of the price of a spa visit. Here’s 5 reasons why The Body Cleansing Kit is my new favorite form of self care.👇
1. Get softer, smoother skin just in time for summer!
As winter turns into spring, differences in my skin are one of the first things I notice. It always takes my skin months to bounce back after the dry, damaging winter air. Coarse body scrubs can cause even more damage, leaving skin drier than before. The pre-exfoliating foam from NERRĀ contains nourishing olive and coconut oils to lubricate, while the exfoliating body glove buffs away dead skin without disrupting your skin balance. The silky body wash uses vegan collagen and hyaluronic acid to plump and hydrate. Finish it off with the mess-free sprayable dry body oil that contains more than 6 natural emoliants. The result? Smooth, glowing, and healthy skin that lasts!
2. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
I’ve always been prone to strawberry legs and ingrown hairs, so exfoliating is a huge part of my shower routine. Sugar scrubs can be too rough for my sensitive skin, though, and chemical exfoliants can cause irritation when I shave. NERRĀ’S first-of-its-kind pre-exfoliating foam has a silky, easy-to-apply texture that visibly removes dead skin with the exfoliating body glove. The glove has two sides for different levels of exfoliation so you can use whichever is best for your skin! The kit also comes in a soft, jasmine wood scent, or unscented for those who are more sensitive to fragrance.
3. Clinically proven results
NERRĀ combines rituals from ancient civilizations with cosmetic science to create an effective, luxurious treatment. In a clinical trial, 97% of people said their skin was smoother, and 89% said it looked healthier and felt softer.
4. Practice self care without sacrificing the environment
Along with their dedication to preserving the ancient rituals of the past, NERRĀ is also equally dedicated to preserving the future of the planet. They’re committed to using responsibly grown ingredients that have a natural origin and prioritize fair trade suppliers when available. The bottles are made from recyclable aluminum and glass, and paper packaging is FSC certified. On top of all of that, their products are vegan and cruelty-free certified.
5. Create your own ritual
Life gets busy and we don’t always have time for a long, hot bath. The Body Cleansing Ritual can be done in the shower too, though! Simply turn on your shower and soak in the steam before beginning the rest of the ritual and return to the real world with soft, radiant skin.
