Now that the kids have finally gone back to school, it’s time for some much-needed YOU time.

Here are some great ways to get pampered at home and, best of all, you can do it on any budget. Make an iPod playlist of your favourite songs, grab some magazines and some beauty treatments and off you go!

Face mask: Rehydrating and purifying your skin regularly with a nutrient-rich face mask not only makes you feel great, it keeps the ageing process at bay. Try this Intense Recovery Mask by Jurlique.

Body scrub: exfoliating from head to toe removes dead skin cells and leaves your skin soft and glowing. Salt scrubs such as the Bliss - Body Care by Bliss Hot Salt Scrub, are the current hot trend.

Aromatherapy: Candles, oils and diffusers will create that salon atmosphere so crucial to completely unwinding and melting into your stress-free zone.

Manicure and pedicure: The state of your hands and feet is a dead giveaway to your lifestyle. Sprucing them up at home is easy and the range of products so extensive no one will ever guess it’s a home job.

Hair treatment: Store-bought hair revivers are often salon quality and can repair years of neglect and damage in the privacy of your own home.