The Highlands Spa is a 17,000 square foot spa and fitness center with treatments and therapies themed around water and the woods. local and historical elements meet modern results-oriented treatments. Unwind and warm yourself après ski by the cozy fireplace in your private restoration lounge while sipping hot chocolate or your favorite tea. Try stepping into the Dry-Heat-Lodge to detoxify or if you prefer – the mentally uplifting Pinyon-Pine steam room.

The Ritz-Carlton Highlands will be also be one of the first major five-star caliber mountain resorts to seek LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Beyond the pedestrian-friendly design of the site, some of the environmental features include underground parking instead of outdoor asphalt lots, the use of recycled steel, and the incorporation of energy efficient heating and cooling systems.

What To Get: Bear Paw or Knick-Knack package, Organic Marine Algae Mineralizing Envelopment & Rain Shower, Age-Defying Transformational Facial or the Ritz-Carlton Highlands Signature Organic Elements Massage

Ritz Carlton Highlands Lake Tahoe is located in Truckee, CA
13031 Ritz-Carlton Highlands Court
Truckee, CA 96161 USA
Call: (530) 562-3000o book an appointment

Lianne Farbes writes The Makeup Girl.

The spa has a Zen like feel, also, unlike most spas, there is an androgynous feel to the decor, allowing men and women alike to feel comfortable in the tranquil atmosphere. The spa has been open for 17 years, and has an average 9 year wait list for employment. Most employees have been with Sanctuary for 7 years and ablogre required to continue their education monthly. Everything used in the over 10 facial treatments offered is clinical strength Epicuren, and executed with Silhouet-tone equipment. Sumptuous down comforters invite you to relax and be pampered.  Each treatment is specialized especially for each client, and you are offered a free consultation prior to your session.

What To Get: Silk Peel, Divine Intervention Sircuit® Facial, Western Ways Swedish Massage, Athlete’s Repair Pedicure

Sanctuary Day Spa  is located in the San Fransisco Bay Club
150 Greenwich St
San Francisco, CA 94111
Call (415) 433-2200 to book an appointment

Lianne Farbes writes The Makeup Girl.

The Chicago location is located in the historic Palmolive building and takes up the entire floor of that building.  Also inside is the Spa Café which has become a popular place to hold a bridal spa party.  The best thing about the Red Door though is the option to get a la cart services, that way you can create your own package that is within your budget.  Men and Women alike can luxuriate here which is another plus.

What To Get: Phyto Organic Rescue Facial, Signature Stress Melter Massage, Olive Oil Body Glow, Signature Warm Cream Manicure & Pedicure.

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa – Chicago is located on historic Michigan Avenue
919 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago ,  IL    60611
Call (312) 988-9191 (phone) to book an appointment

Lianne Farbes writes The Makeup Girl.

Frédéric Fekkai

Located in the heart of West Hollywood, this newly expanded 2,400 square foot space will provide an intimate luxury retreat. After undergoing renovations and an expansion, the Melrose Place Salon will now operate on both floors of its current location with the addition of a ground floor retail environment.  The renovation includes an expansion of the salon service area, shampoo stations and private pedicure rooms, bringing the total number of service chairs to sixteen.

Residing within a Spanish-mission style building, the salon will offer clients a sunny, relaxing oasis to experience the exquisite cuts and luxurious, high-end services that Fekkai is famous for, including hair styling and coloring, manicure, pedicure, bridal services, brow grooming and make-up application. Clients will have the option of visiting the salon six days a week, allowing them to easily schedule appointments that cater to the demands of their on-the-go lifestyles.

“The reopening of the salon will allow us to bring an improved luxury experience to our clients. Melrose Place continues to be at the center of one of the most fashionable districts in Los Angeles and we are delighted to remain a part of that community,” says Frédéric Fekkai, Founder & President of Frédéric Fekkai & Co.

The salon’s layout is designed with open style and color studios in a warm, loft-like setting  with dark brown leather banquette seating, soft silk pillows and sophisticated polished-nickel table lamps for a modern look and feel.  A generous outdoor terrace lined with banquette seating will allow clients to enjoy manicures and pedicures “al fresco” while sipping beverages or nibbling on a delicious lunch.  The shampoo area is cordoned off from the main space to provide an intimate, soothing setting with state-of-the-art chairs to provide the utmost comfort.  The salon opened to the public on October 14, 2009.

What To Get: Blowout series, Sea Salt pedicure, Paraffin treatment for hands and feet.

Frédéric Fekkai Melrose Place – Los Angeles is located in West Hollywood

8457 Melrose Place
Los Angeles, CA 90069
Call 323-655-7800 to book an appointment

Lianne Farbes writes The Makeup Girl.

The spa treatment list is endless and is based more on health and healing than relaxation. After your spa treatments, sun yourself at the heated outdoor pool (which is open year round), or workout in the state of the art gym (clothing is provided…all you need to bring are running shoes. You can also swing by the Juice Bar where you can grab some healthy food, fruit smoothies, vegetable juices, wheat grass shots and protein bars. Big and beautiful…it would sem that you can have whatever you want in this lovely oasis.

What To Get: Hotter ‘n Texas Summer Rock Massage, Ayurvedic Massage, Thermal Mineral Kur, Thalassobath, Cowboy Boogie Pedicure, Double Mask Firming Facial.

The Spa at the Crescent – Rosewood Hotel is located in Dallas
Four Hundred Crescent Court
Dallas, TX
Call 214.871.3232 to book an appointment

Lianne Farbes writes The Makeup Girl