Los Angeles - October 01, 2004

My Boyfriend's Backne

Men's Back Facial

Your man. What’s not to love?

Knee-weakening dimples. Encyclopedic knowledge of world history. Defined (yet not too defined) pecs.

But sheesh. What’s up with his back?

Weird fact: Acne on the back is actually more common in men, thanks to a greater propensity for sweatiness and exposure to the elements. Yeah. Best not to attack the problem yourself (ew). Leave it to the pros. At Elements Spa and Salon, the incomparable (and incomparably named) Rosa Zapatta has established a new specialty: men’s back facials. Her European Back Treatment is an hour-long, deep-cleansing service that includes steaming, exfoliation, and extractions — topped off by a soothing massage and the application of a futuristic high-frequency wand. All designed to fade freckles, banish backne, and show off his skin in the best possible light.

Your man friend will emerge sexy, smooth, and so blissed out he’ll almost forget whose idea the whole thing was in the first place.

Now. Can we talk about his feet?

Elements Spa and Salon, 110 South Fairfax Avenue, at Farmer’s Market Place (323-933-0212).