Nothing sets a mood more effectively than the low, calm glow of candles - especially when they're flickering against a tile wall or through a heady cloud of steam. Use them generously, yet judiciously, spreading them around the room in an artful manner. But be sure to position them to avoid sooty smoke stains on curtains or wallpaper. Flowers are another scene-setter. Buds with full heads like lilies, orchids, peonies and roses make a bold and beautiful display.
Sensuous aromas complement the spa experience and contribute to the romantic mood.
Essential oils of jasmine, patchouli, ylang-ylang, rose and sandalwood are known for their aphrodisiac powers. Mix them with water and spray them in the air, or add a few drops in the tub. And many essential oils have other qualities. And patchouli helps with memory retrieval. Now that the spa mood has been set in the bathroom, let's turn to soothing the bathers.