After a day (week, month) of constant emails, meetings, and too much coffee, your body is likely waving a little white flag from being too tense and tired. You could really use a spa day, but who has the time to plan one, not to mention the money you'd really should put toward literally anything else. 

Instead of all the fuss, it's totally possible to bring the spa to you. Research shows that relaxation practices like heat therapy, massage, and mindfulness are linked to lower stress and anxiety, better mood, and improved sleep, and you don't need a fancy facility to get those benefits. Stocking up on a few tools and supplies can help you create a solid wind-down ritual whenever you need it, right at home.

Even better, you can use your HSA/FSA to snag these products, so your pre-tax health dollars can fund your relaxation time. Here are some of our favorite picks from the Stridekick Shop to help you build the ultimate spa experience at home.

Build Your At-Home Spa With HSA/FSA-Eligible Relaxation Essentials

Set the Mood

Bon Charge Full Spectrum Light Bulb

Every good spa starts with the right lighting, and fluorescent overhead beams are definitely not it. This bulb has three modes that shift from an energizing 5000K daylight to a warm 1700K evening glow, mimicking natural light cycles to help your body ease into relaxation mode. Screw it into a lamp and let it do the work of setting a calmer vibe. It fits standard E26 bases and works in non-dimmable fixtures.

Shop the Full Spectrum Light Bulb | HSA/FSA Eligible

Warm Up and Unwind

Echelon Sauna Blanket

This sauna blanket is like a full sauna experience minus the cedar-paneled room. You slip in and set the temperature (up to 176°F) and timer (10 to 60 minutes), and let the heat do its thing. Research suggests that heat exposure, like from a sauna blanket, helps relax and widen your blood vessels, which boosts circulation. Better blood flow means more oxygen and nutrients get to your muscles and organs, supporting recovery, lowering blood pressure, and promoting relaxation. The waterproof shell and soft inner lining make it comfortable enough that you'll actually want to use it, and it rolls up for storage when you're done.

Shop the Sauna Blanket | HSA/FSA Eligible

Hyperice Venom 2 Back

If your lower back tends to get tight and tense, this heated and vibrating back wrap is a soothing way to relieve some of that tension. It can heat up to 131°F across three levels, plus three vibration patterns to loosen your muscles. Gentle vibration therapy can help ease muscle pain and soreness and support recovery by increasing local blood flow, according to research. Wrap it on while you mask, read, or just lie on your acupressure mat (more on that below).

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Release Tension

WTHN Acupressure Mat Set

This mat and pillow set has over 4,000 acupressure points designed to hit your back, neck, and shoulders. The mat is made from coconut fiber and linen, and the pillow uses memory foam, so it's all natural feeling and surprisingly cozy for something covered in tiny spikes. Studies show that acupressure can lower how stressed you feel and even improve sleep. Start with 10 to 15 minutes a day and work up to 20 to 40 minutes as your body adjusts.

Shop the Acupressure Mat Set | HSA/FSA Eligible

Glow It Up

NovaaLab Glow Therapy Mask

What would a spa day be without some skincare? This flexible LED mask uses 108 LEDs with six light modes (red, blue, yellow, and infrared). Red and near‑infrared light help calm inflammation and speed skin repair, so with regular use your skin can look smoother, less red or puffy, and more even. Pop it on for 10 minutes with the built-in timer and enjoy a hands free glow. It weighs under a pound, so it won't feel like you're wearing a science experiment, even if you look like one.

Shop the Glow Therapy Mask | HSA/FSA Eligible

WTHN Face Cupping Kit

This two‑cup set (one large for cheeks, jaw, and neck, one small for forehead and around the eyes) gives your skin a gentle lift‑and‑glide massage. The suction temporarily boosts blood flow to your skin, which brings oxygen and nutrients, clears away metabolic waste, and supports collagen and cell repair, so your skin can look firmer, brighter, and less puffy. It can also help ease tension from jaw clenching and TMJ. The brand recommends using it two to three times a week as part of a relaxing facial ritual. It comes with a how‑to guide covering acupressure points, plus a canvas carrying case if you want to take your spa on the road.

Shop the Face Cupping Kit | HSA/FSA Eligible

Sip and Rehydrate

No spa is complete without a refreshing drink. Combine your relaxation session with a hydration boost. Live It Up Vital Minerals Electrolyte Powder mixes into a tasty spa worthy beverage that supports daily hydration. It's a must for rehydrating after a sauna blanket session.

Buoy Hydration Drops are another convenient pick you can squeeze and drop into any drink, making it easy to stay on top of hydration without committing to a specific flavor. Both options are HSA/FSA eligible.

Your Spa, Your Rules

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The best part about an at home spa is that you can tailor it exactly to your own needs and schedule. Pick a couple of products to start with and slip away for 30 minutes or more to get your relaxation on. Ideally, make this a weekly ritual since research shows being consistent with your relaxation practices leads to lasting improvements in stress, mood, and overall wellbeing. Even if you're super pressed for time, a single session with a heated wrap and a good mask can elevate your whole evening.

Head over to the Stridekick Shop to explore these and other HSA/FSA-eligible picks.