Save OR Splurge Gifts for Father’s Day

Whether your budget is large, or small, the perfect spa-inspired gift can be found in time for Father’s Day. As a massage therapist and spa professional, I have zeroed in on the grooming needs and the top spa services for my inspiration. Here are 4 great ideas for Dad and all you have to do is decide if you want to save or splurge.

For: Dads with Aching Shoulders

Save: Earth Therapeutics Anti-Stress Neck Pillow $11-20
This Neck Pillow is great for relaxing at home or on the go. Filled with flax seeds and made out of cotton a special stress-relieving aroma-therapeutic blend of herbal essences, this NECK PILLOW is designed to calm and comfort both the body and the mind. Ergonomically designed to gently drape around the neck, the Anti-Stress Neck Pillow enfolds you in its comforting embrace to relax and soothe tired, sore neck and shoulder muscles. The balmy mind-calming blend of chamomile, lavender, and citrus completes and enhances these physical benefits by offering a totally relaxing, sensory experience.
Where to buy: Kohls, Bed Bath and Beyond

Splurge: Tap Tech Massager $90
TAPTECH Shoulder Massager is preprogrammed to give you over twenty different types of massage. Once a programmed cycle completes, it will go through the cycle again. You can set strength of the massage by pressing on the High or Low button. Every time this button is pressed, it will go through Low to High and High to Low. TAPTECH is equipped with an automatic shut-off switch to prevent any injury to body and/or damage to the massager due to overheating. TAPTECH is equipped with a pair of commercial grade solenoids (borrowed from automotive technology) that makes it possible to generate a deep tissue massaging action. The vigorous pumping of the solnoids creates heat along with a deep tissue massage to give you the best massage possible in a portable device.
Where to Buy: amazon.com

For: Dads who shave in the shower

Save: Shaving Post Shower Mirror $14.99
Unbreakable, fogless mirror with shaving cream holder and razor holder with suction cups for a secure hold on tile.
Where to buy: Bed Bath and Beyond

Splurge: “Z” Fogless 5X/1X Power Zoom Lighted Shower Mirror $39.99
Unbreakable, lighted magnification fogless mirror with Power Zoom™ offers 1X-5X magnification thanks to a push-button activated motorized mechanism which zooms in and out like a camera lens. Three LED lights positioned around the mirror provide for maximum illumination. Also features a clock with alarm and auto shut-off. Shower-ready with suction cups for a secure hold on tile, the mirror can also be used handheld for close up viewing or placed on its base as a vanity mirror.
Where to buy: Bed Bath and Beyond

For: Dads who LOVE a long hot showers

Save: Delta 5 Jet Shower Massage $19.99
An easy-on-the-budget option for a more luxurious shower.
Where to buy: Bed Bath and Beyond

Splurge: Waterpik Aquascape Ultra $99.99
Enjoy a luxurious spa inspired shower with this ultra showerhead. Features include an easy-turn spray selector, an in-arm dial that allows you to change sprays conveniently without mess or reaching, an integrated arm that extends shower directly overhead and 8 unique spray options ranging from soothing rain and power spray to circular massage.
Where to buy: Bed Bath and Beyond

For: Dads who have trouble sleeping

Save: Homedics SoundSpa Mini $9.99
This portable, battery operated mini SoundSpa™ lets you take relaxing moments with you wherever you go. Its small profile makes it perfect for packing and traveling with, while its four natural sound choices of brook, ocean, rain and dock side provide a natural sleep aid. Choose from 15, 30 or 45 auto off timer intervals.
Where to buy: Bed Bath and Beyond

Splurge: Sound Oasis Sleep Sound Therapy $79.99
Featuring authentic nature sounds, this sound therapy system (which was designed by a sleep expert) blocks out irritating noises, and creates a soothing atmosphere so users fall asleep easier, get higher quality sleep and feel more alert throughout the day. Change sound themes by inserting a new memory card containing 12 different sounds. The unit features extra long, high fidelity sounds for exceptional sound realism, a backlit alarm clock that lets you wake to a buzzer or any sound, a four-position timer (continuous, 30, 60, and 90 minutes), a feature that slows down sound playback to lull user to sleep, a headphone /speaker pillow jack, and a one-touch off/resume button that stops the unit or repeats your last played sequence. The omnidirectional reflective speaker delivers rich, deep sound.
Where to buy: Bed Bath and Beyond