Mellow Tunes - Besides the oh-so-relaxing crash of the waves from your sound machine, some low-tempo music will work wonders on taming the monsters of a stressful day. Music can stimulate the serotonin and dopamine receptors in your brain and will complete the night by being the third in the relaxation trifecta of touch, smell and sound. Classical music is definitely the go-to for anyone in need of relaxing, but any slow jam that you are digging on, be it Sade or Amy Winehouse, will transport you to the land of nod.{relatedarticles}

Bath Pillow - Not everyone has the space for a spacious bathtub that’s easy to relax in, especially those with the already mentioned husband, kidsand dog. Sometimes sitting down and lying back in a hard tub can be uncomfortable on the neck or back and ruin the effect of a “spa night.” This is where the bath pillow shines. You can usually find these at a home supply or department store for a relatively low price. A few of these pillows can be inflated and attached to the walls of the tub with suction cups to provide you a comfy place to recline.

A Warm Herbal Tea - Enhance your stress-free state of mind by sipping on a caffeine-free herbal tea such as mint or lavender. Not only will herbal tea help your body relax, wrapping your hands around a warm mug can make the experience even cozier.

A Bite of Chocolate - Most people agree with the character Frasier Crane and his brother Niles from the titular show Frasier, that eating in the bathroom is unacceptable. However, if you are unwinding from a long day of hassles and enjoying your herbal tea or perhaps even a glass of bubbly, why not sneak in one sweet treat? Slowly savoring the flavor of a Ferrero Rocher or Godiva chocolate while your muscles release may be the most appetizing aspect of your “spa” trip.