There's just something about Maggie. It had been nearly 7 years since I last visited her at the resort spa where she still works a few days a week. I had fallen head over heels for her thorough yet oh-so relaxing facials, her warm and compassionate sensibility, and her sincere concern for the condition of […]
Facials
Massage Envy Spa Thompson Peak & Frank Lloyd Wright
Massage Envy to the rescue! Massage Envy is a lifesaver. It was a 4:00 on a Friday afternoon and my neck was so wracked that is was permanently cocked to one side. If I moved the wrong way – pow – a ping of pain. It’s the same ol’ story: poor posture + stress + […]
Abloom MedSpa
Can SmoothShapes really zap that cellulite? Read on! Ever had one of those days when you put on a pair of shorts or a swimsuit, looked at yourself in the mirror and thought “ugh, that could be toned, that should be gone, and that just isn’t right.” I know I have. When I have those […]
Brow Threading at Beautif-Eye Studios Scottsdale
If you’ve never tried facial threading, Tori at Beautif-Eye Studios is your girl! An aesthecian and experienced threader, she is also an absolutely meticulous eyebrow shaper. I visited Tori for my very first brow threading service recently and was blown away by the results. The second-story Beautif-Eye studio houses a sunlight-filled reception area, spacious skincare […]
Blue Door Spa Suite at The Hermosa Inn
Blue Door Spa Suite at The Hermosa Inn in Paradise Valley is truly the boutique hideaway it claims to be, in everything from the stunning views of Camelback Mountain to the authentic Arizona decor. Its one-of-a-kind charm and intimate elegance made me yearn for a getaway all while providing a comforting feeling of home. I […]
The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
We’re so fortunate living in the Valley of the Sun, with so many amazing resorts with even more uh.may.zing spas. And, what better way to spend a lovely Arizona day than at a beautiful Scottsdale spa? A few weeks ago, I was due for a much-needed facial and a bit of de-stressing, so I decided […]
Kalologie 360 Spa Hilton Village
Centrally located off Scottsdale Road in Hilton Village, Kalologie 360 Spa is the affordable solution to the total body spa experience that we’ve been craving. With roots in southern California, the spa offers convenience and a mix of relaxation and beautifying therapies all under one chic roof. What’s more is that Kalologie makes regular spa […]
Bliss Scottsdale at the W Hotel
I’ve been waiting for this little nugget of Bliss since I first heard it was swinging our way more than two years ago. In fact, I wrote a little ditty about it. Wanna hear it? Here it goes. An Ode to Bliss: Oh sassy little BlissGirl. You with your beguiling smile and your cutesy treatment […]
Deseret Aesthetic & Lifestyle Institute
Microcurrent Facial Sculpting. Sounds a little scary, huh? As a mere intern new to the spa world I was slightly nervous about what I was getting myself into. Deseret Aesthetic sits within a quiet medical plaza and looks and feels like a cozy day spa. Upon my arrival I was greeted warmly by Molly Nelson, […]
Inner Radiance Spa
Let Inner Radiance Spa take you to a deeper state of relaxation. A cozy gem tucked within the Arcadia neighborhood, Inner Radiance Spa in Phoenix offers all-natural skincare treatments and bodywork focused on results. With a prescription for great skin tailored to each client, their experienced staff focuses on the progressive results of their treatments and […]
