We sent our intern and super sleuth Katie to Salon Surreal in Phoenix to follow up on rumors that not only were the stylists fabulous, but the aestheticians were too. Apparently, reports of their top-notch services have not been exaggerated! Here’s Katie’s report. Let me say first that I am not a “facial virgin.” I [...]
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I recently celebrated my one-year wedding anniversary and as a special pre-celebratory treat to myself, decided to head to Tocasierra Spa & Salon at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix for a little beauty boost. Tocasierra Spa is tucked away east of the main lobby with its own parking lot access. It can be [...]
Recently, I had the privilege of experiencing the intimate offerings of the Tocaloma Spa & Salon at the Pointe Hilton at Tapatio Cliffs. As you might know, the Pointe Hilton resorts are equipped with water slides and lazy river pools and are known for being great destinations for families with children, but don’t let that [...]
Our super spa sleuth Carolyn is at it again and this time, her tootsies are in serious need of soothing. Before we would let her step foot back in the office, we sent her off to get her tattered toes in shape. We’re glad to report that she’s back in open-toed shoes again. Here’s what [...]
Whether seeking a full day of pampering or a quick treat, head to Park Avenue Blow Dry and Beauty Bar for a pick-me-up. With my stick-straight hair, styling my ‘do is a fairly simple task (please don’t hate me), which is why I never quite understood the appeal of going in for a blowout. But [...]
Picture Perfect Wedding Makeup from Kensington Makeup By now, you all know I’m the Spa Girl with “bride brain,” as they say. With just a few short weeks until the big day, I wanted to test out my makeup look to be sure I’d look picture perfect on my wedding day. I chose Kensington Makeup [...]
Arcadia’s hidden space for therapy that fuses traditional and Thai massage. Meticulously perfect. That is my best description of Space in Phoenix. As I parked on the street in front of Space Massage Studio, directly adjacent to massage therapist John Hill’s home, I immediately got a sense of familiarity. After all, two of my favorite [...]
Our Spa-Girl-in-the-field Olga surrendered her ponytail to the competent hands of Mane Attraction salon’s star cutter. Here’s her tale! I have a severe case of ponytail syndrome, I have never been motivated enough to do anything with my hair aside from sticking it in a ponytail because up until yesterday, I strongly believed that my [...]
I’m a crab. Astrologically, that is. Born under the sign of Cancer, I am a water baby through and through, and blue has long been the color that brightens my mood and lightens my spirit. I’m not sure if the designers of Revive Spa at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort had that in mind [...]
Oh God. I’ve become a Scottsdale snob. Not that anything’s wrong with that, but when I parked my car outside of Salvador Calvano’s Phoenix hair studio, I couldn’t help thinking: Hope my car’s still here when I get back. Touted as the stylist to the stars — his work has graced the covers of Glamour, [...]
