 With school, homework, parents and siblings interfering in your everyday life, sometimes you just need a break from it all. What better way to detox than to head to the spa, either with a group of girlfriends for a spa party or by yourself to chill out and get away. We’ve rounded up some of the hottest spas across the country so find the one closest to you or take a road trip to relaxation this spring break.
Spa name: Elaia Spa, Hyatt at Olive 8
Location: Seattle, WA
Services: This all-encompassing spa includes varying levels of mani/pedis, eight facials, including the All Clear facial to treat acne, and 11 different massages.
Signature services: Olive oil treatments such as the 90 minute Elaia Signature Massage using certified organic olive oil from Oregon. Seasonal “Market Fresh” treatments, such as the 60 minute Market Fresh Wrap, which uses products freshly harvested by regional growers.
Price range: $35 for a 30 minute Market Fresh Manicure to $220 for the 120 minute Elaia Olive Therapy Body Treatment.
Why it made the cut: This Seattle hot spot is eco-friendly and situated in the Hyatt at Olive 8, Seattle’s first LEED certified hotel. Using natural and organic skin care lines, as well as fresh, local ingredients sourced directly from the Pacific Northwest, Elaia has created is a unique spa menu.
Spa name: The Spa at Pinehurst
Location: Village of Pinehurst, NC
Services: over 50 services offered, from manicures/pedicures to massage, facials, body therapies and skin care therapies. There’s also a separate teen spa area where you can indulge in a facial, massage, makeup lesson and more. Packages are available for mothers and daughters, or get your friends together for a spa day to celebrate a birthday or before the prom.
Signature services: Magnolia Luxury Facial, which includes a foot massage, Friends Always and Forever, perfect for groups includes Total Teen Facial, Spa Manicure, Spa Pedicure and Makeup Application.
Price range: $45 for a teen makeup application and lesson, to $465 for a 5.5 hour day package.
Why made the cut: Few spas offer such a comprehensive protocol for both teens and adults.
Spa name: Mario Badescu Skincare Salon
Location: New York, NY
Services: Extensive range of facial service and manicures and pedicures.
Signature services: The European facial can be completely customized to your skin’s needs.
Price range: $65 for a basic European facial to $100 for a facial plus Herbal Seaweed treatment.
Why made the cut: Mario Badescu became a household name with the cult favorite Drying Lotion and while the salon is no-frills, the treatments and products are super affordable and deliver real results whatever your skin concern. It’s basically New York’s best kept secret.
Spa name: Hiatus Spa + Retreat
Location: Dallas, TX
Services: This Dallas retreat offers everything from facials, to massage, to acupuncture using Aveda products.
Signature services: The Purifying Facial, designed to clear congestion, the Stone Fusion Body Glow, a full body exfoliation using Caribbean cane sugar and exotic fruits.
Price range: If you join H Circle, a membership program, you can enjoy unlimited core spa services at a monthly fee of $69 for 6 months of gold membership or $59 for 12 months of platinum membership.
Why made the cut: Not only was Hiatus named Best Spa in Dallas in 2009 by Citysearch, but if you’re a girl or guy who likes to visit the spa on a regular basis, you can save yourself or your parents a ton of money by joining H Circle.
Spa name: Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
Location: Ojai, CA
Services: A full range of services are offered including massage, body wraps, facials and hair and nail services.
Signature services: The Kuyam, the only treatment of its type in the U.S., which combines the therapeutic effects of cleansing mud, dry heat, inhalation therapy and guided meditation.
Price range: $120 to $300
Why made the cut: The Ojai Valley Inn and Spa has received accolades from TripAdvisor, Shape magazine and American Airlines. It features a comprehensive Teen Spa that offers facials and manicures and pedicures, in addition to activities such as private yoga classes, surfing instruction and fishing expeditions.
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