7 DIY Thanksgiving-Inspired Spa Treatments

Right now your kitchen is stocked with fresh ingredients from yesterday's Thanksgiving dinner. Rather than attempting to concoct another meal or letting everything go to waste, use the leftover groceries to pamper your face, body, and hair. These beauty recipes are easy to whip up and will make you glow from head to toe.

By Andrea Lavinthal and Ariana Finlayson

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Leftover: Raw Cucumbers

DIY Recipe: Soothing Cucumber Eye Mask

Not only do cucumbers have an instant cooling effect (they're 90% water), but they also contain an enzyme that reduces inflammation, making them a stellar remedy for eye bags, says Wendy Allred, education manager at Bliss Spas.

What You'll Need:

A chilled cucumber straight from the refrigerator.

Method and Application:

Cut a few slices, around a quarter-inch thick, and put one on each eye. Or you can chop them up and roll the pieces into a paper-towel eye pack. Leave on for 5-10 minutes, and feel free to swap out the slices or pack for a cooler, fresh one along the way.

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