The Grupo Mayan spa team is often asked by Grupo Mayan guests to suggest gift ideas. One of their favorite suggestions is a homemade spa themed gift basket. These baskets are easy to prepare and heartfelt. They make perfect gifts for both friends and family.

The Grupo Mayan spa pros suggest collecting the following items before putting together a spa themed gift basket.

• Clean jars, (Grupo Mayan tip: mason jars work best)
• Labels, (Grupo Mayan tip: you can make great labels on your computer)
• Epsom salts
• Baking soda
• Essential oils
• Bubble bath
• A large basket, (Grupo Mayan tip: second hand stores and discount stores often have a great selection of baskets)
• Candles
• Clay masks, (or other relaxing facial masks)
• Manicure set
• Lotion or cream

Once you have assembled the above ingredients, say the Grupo Mayan spa pros, you can get started on making the ultimate spa gift basket.
You will use some of the suggested items to make your own spa products. The Grupo Mayan spa recipe for bath salts is very easy. To make scented bath salts you will take 2 cups of the Epsom salts and mix with 2 teaspoons of baking soda. The baking soda will soften the skin while soaking. To your salt mixture you will add up to 15 drops of essential oils. Lavender is the choice of the Grupo Mayan spa pros because it is a relaxing fragrance. After you have completely mixed the ingredients you can pour them into a clean jar and add a handmade label.

Other items for your spa themed gift basket can be purchased at discount stores, department stores, or specialty bath stores. Many people are not aware the discount stores have a great selection of bath and beauty products say the Grupo Mayan pros. You will often find high-end items in these stores at great prices for your gift baskets.
Once you have all of your items, and have made your bath salts, it is time to assemble your spa themed gift basket. Place tissue paper in the bottom of the basket for support and then carefully lay your products so they are displayed to the best advantage.

The Grupo Mayan spa professionals tell us that spa themed gift baskets make great gift ideas for birthdays, holidays, and just because days.