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Heading to the Spa? Book a Hammam Treatment

You might have heard about high-intensity interval training (HIIT). They say it’s the most effective way to work out because not only do you build muscle and burn fat quickly (compared to other training methods), but you burn calories for hours after the workout is done. Why? There’s an increased oxygen demand in your body that lasts long after the workout, leading to continued calorie and fat-burning for up to 48 hours after…

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DIY Spa Recipes for Fall

Whether it’s an issue of time or whether it’s an issue of price, for many of us, getting to the spa as often as we’d like simply isn’t an option. With that in mind I asked two experts to share their favorite exfoliating, do-it-yourself recipes to help transition from the warm to the cooler weather.

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DIY Tips for the Ultimate Valentine’s Day Massage

I’d take a spa day over flowers and chocolate any day and luckily that’s something you can treat yourself to no matter what your relationship status is!

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Now’s The Time To Get A Facial

I got the Lierac Magnificence Age Defense Facial at PHYTO Universe ($200 for 55 minutes) yesterday and I feel like a new person! So many layers of exfoliating, firming, and hydrating serums and creams were applied that I left the spa with bare skin that was actually beaming (seriously…my skin was glowing…).

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Ling Energy Lift Facial

Ling Energy Lift Facial: Just like Heaven

I love spas. I will travel to the ends of the earth for a good spa, so imagine how excited I was to find one of the best in my backyard! The SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills has always been a favorite spot for dinner and drinks. The Philippe Stark design excites the senses like no other. But it was only recently that I visited their spa…

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The Plaza Athénée’s Spa Valmont Facial: You Skin Will Thank You

Looking for a posh spa experience in NYC? There are plenty of options of course, but few are as high-quality as what you’ll get at The Plaza Athénée’s Spa Valmont.

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