When my sweetie told me that he was treating me to a holistic spa treatment for Valentine’s Day,
I knew he was the one!
What better to show someone your love than to help them look and feel healthy, happy and relaxed.
As you know, the term “holistic” (or “wholistic”) refers to the integrated interaction between the
functioning parts of a whole.
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to show some special how much you care by embracing the
concept of heart, mind, and body.
So here are a few loving ideas for a holistic Valentine’s Day beginning with my favorites!
#1. Share Holistic Spa Treatments
Go to a holistic spa for a treatment, or buy such a treatment for your significant other.
You could also go to a holistic spa together.
At a holistic spa, you will receive a massage of some sort–some spas offer aromatherapy massages
with soothing essential oils, shiatsu massage and herbal wraps.
Some spas offer organic facials and other pampering, romantic treatments perfect for couples.
#2. Gift Natural, Homemade Beauty Aids
Give your significant other some homemade beauty aids, like a salt scrub or flax seed hair gel
(mix 1 tablespoon flax seeds with 1 cup water, warm for 2-4 minutes, steep for at least an hour,
then strain).
#3. Create a Scentual Environment
Natural essential oils can help set the mood with pure scents.
Use these instead of artificially-scented candles or other synthetic smells.
#4. Set the Mood with Natural, Nontoxic Candles
Candles help set the mood on Valentine’s Day, whether it’s for a special meal or just time
together.
In keeping with the holistic theme, use soy candles that are more environmentally
responsible and non-toxic.
#5. Create a Healthy, Romantic Meal
Show your love with a healthy a romantic meal for two with local, organic food.
A holistic philosophy embraces humanity’s connection to nature, and organic food,
with its respect for natural methods and the environment, supports that idea.
#6. Give Organic, Fair Trade Chocolate
What is Valentine’s Day without chocolate? Look for Fair Trade organic chocolate.
Organic chocolate is holistic and appropriate for this romantic holiday.
Look for Fair Trade organic chocolate.
Consider raw chocolate “nibs” or prepared organic chocolates.
#7. Make Healthy, Organic, Vegan Treats
Speaking of homemade, make your own Valentine’s treats that are healthy and holistic.
Dip strawberries in organic chocolate, make homemade fudge with organic cocoa and natural
sugar, or bake a special vegan cake or cookies with whole, organic ingredients.
Make your own pink icing with natural, vegan, organic ingredients to make it more festive.
#8. Green Your Cards
Purchase Valentine’s cards made from recycled paper, or make your own.
Get creative and use scrap paper, or make your own paper from old newspapers
that have been shredded, soaked, and blended into pulp.
#9. Make Conscience Plant Choices
Roses may be traditional gifts, but cut roses are rather wasteful.
Give a live rose bush instead–the miniature, potted roses look very pretty and can
be kept in a container or planted in the garden in the spring.
Edible bouquets made of healthy fruit are another holistic option.
And many people would like to receive a live plant as a gift– consider an indoor
plant that will enhance air quality, or a tree seedling that can be planted in the spring.
#10. Set the Mood with the Right Music
Peaceful, romantic music is part of a holistic Valentine’s celebration.
Look for music that really sets the mood and encourages a natural, peaceful atmosphere.
Of course, these are just a few healthy, green and natural ways to pamper your Valentine.
What are your favorite healthy, green and natural ways to show your Valentine
you care?
Share your thoughts and suggestions with us.
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Great ideas Deb. Love the #9 -plants are such a lasting gift and #10 music is so soothing for the mind and body. Thanks for sharing.
Love these tips! I took my son on a pre-Valentine’s day “mommy son date” yesterday, and I treated him to his first aqua-massage. He LOVED it… giggled hysterically the whole time! I hope I can continue to instill in him that V-day can be more than just about the candy. 😉
If I had a Valentine – he and I would have been chowing down on some delicious vegan cookies that I can make 🙂
These are such great ideas. And not just for Valentine’s Day, for all year long!
I agree with Farm Fresh Mama, I think these are great ideas for year round!! Thanks for linking up with us for MMM link up party! For my Valentines I did some special treats!!
These are excellent! I am going to make the organic, fair trade chocolate covered strawberries. New subscriber 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with me and for subscribing! I appreciate it!
I love this list.. my faves the holistic spa and setting the mood and cooking healthy meals 🙂 Happy Valentine’s day
Will you be my Valentine? Hahaha I kid, but these are spectacular ideas. My sister once made cupcakes and used beets to make the icing the most beautiful shade of hot pink. That would be a great Valentine’s day dessert idea. I personally always prefer a houseplant over a bouquet of flowers. I love nurturing and caring for my plants and they return the favor by improving the air quality in my home.
These are great ideas I love the idea of the holistic spa treatments -Thanks for linking up to Pin Worthy Wednesday, I have pinned your post to the Pin Worthy Wednesday Pinterest Board.
Hi Amberjane,
I always love partying at PinWorthy Wednesday! Thank you for pinning my post! I appreciate it.
Dear Deborah, Great blog about pampering your valentine that I pinned. Just getting to see this after V-Day. It affirms things that I do to make life with my Valentine special all year. I believe love needs to be recognized and celebrated every day. Don’t you agree? Belated V-Day wishes dear one and have a “lovely” day today! Warm regards, Nancy Andres, Health & Lifestyle Writer, Author of Colors of Joy: A Woman’s Guide for Self-Discovery, and Bliss, Blogger at http://obloggernewbie.blogspot.com and http://www.nancyandreswriter.com/colors-of-joy-blog/
Hi Nancy,
I hope you had a wonderful Valentine’s Day too! I heartily agree with what you shared “love needs to be recognized and celebrated every day”! More of us need to live that way! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me. I sincerely appreciate it.
Thank you for this. I totally dropped the ball this year but plan to do better next year for V-Day. My husband’s birthday is coming up in a few so I am planning to do something big and nice then (2/26). These are some great ideas. #wowlinkup
Hi Diatta,
I am sure you will cook up some great ideas for you and your sweetie to enjoy! Everyday should be Valentine’s Day, anyway! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me. I appreciate it.
I love this. Thanks for sharing these ideas. My hubby and I are always trying to live as green as we can 🙂
thanks for these awesome ideas! I’m always trying to live sustainable so this helps a lot 😀 loved all your ideas ♥
Hi Tiana,
I am so glad you found these tips helpful. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me. Have a Happy Valentine’s Day!