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27th September 2018
01:43pm BST
While a holiday might be the ultimate way to relax, a gorgeous spa treatment definitely comes a close second.
With pay day FINALLY arriving after the longest month ever, it's the perfect time to treat yo'self to some TLC and invest in some much-needed pampering.
We've rounded up some of the best treatments in Ireland to help you find exactly what you're looking for, whether it's a de-stressing massage, a skin detox or serious exfoliation.
If there's any amazing ones we've missed, let us know in the comments!
Yes, you read that right. This treatment involves being massaged with chocolate, or at least a chocolate-like substance as the real stuff might be a bit sticky. It's part of their Perfect Bliss package, which also contains facial, brow shape, full manicure and pedicure, and it's only €95!
Having super smooth skin is one of the best feelings ever and this 25 minute treatment involves having your whole body brushed and exfoliated before being treated with hot towels. Add some moisturising balm and body silk spray and you're ready to go. A great one for tan fans.
You may have had a hot stone body massage before but this facial involves using them on your face for "deep hydration and sheer relaxation". Sounds good to us. Lough Eske is also one of the most beautiful hotels in the country so hang around for a cuppa after and you'll feel like a queen.
If you're stuck for Valentine's Day ideas, we've got one for you. How about a romantic stroll around stunning Connemara before sharing a bath full of seaweed with your significant other? The benefits of seaweed are many, including lowering stress and easing skin conditions like psoriasis. Aside from all that, it feels unreal.
If you missed out on the Euromillions but want to feel like you have €88.5 million in your back account, why not have gold flakes applied to your face, decolletage and hands? Both gold and diamonds are said to have healing and anti-ageing properties and this treatment helps to "balance your skin and remove toxins from the body".
This award-winning spa offers a wide range of treatments but the one that caught our eye is the mud wrap, which involves 'purifying elements of peat' with organic ginger and cinnamon to firm and tone the skin.
In an age when we're constantly bombarded with information and notifications, flotation treatments are becoming more and more popular as they give you a chance to shut down completely. This aromatherapy option is a great stress buster and includes a fab scalp massage too.
If sitting still for an hour while getting rubbed up and down by a stranger isn't your cup of tea, why not try this amazing experience at The Shelbourne?
Basically, you choose a Hollywood icon - Grace Kelly, Jackie O, Audrey Hepburn and Brigitte Bardot - and you get a hairstyle, manicure and drink to match. Brigitte's includes tousled locks, lavender pink nails and a Kir Royale. Perfection.
This Mayo hotel was awarded the title of Best Spa Hotel in Ireland last year so you know it's going to be good. The spa has several signature treatments, including the five-treatment ritual of muscle melting back massage, dual action hair mask, facial, eye compress and Indian head massage.
A massage with a difference - warmed poultices are filled with seaweed and herbs and wrapped in organic muslin cloth before bathed in oil and gently massaged into the body. You'll feel and smell unbelievable.
A rasul is an traditional Arabic ritual that takes place in an exotically tiled steam chamber and involved having theraputic mud applied to your body. It's great for your respiratory system and this package includes a 'trim and tone' massage and relaxing foot soak.
The winter can be really harsh on skin so a good facial is always a worthwhile investment. This one includes skin analysis, a special radiance mask, an 'age defying rose quartz massage' and a lifting and smoothing mask as well as all the usual bits you'd expect. The thermal suites and relaxation room are amazing too.
