October 8, 2009

Cleber Lopes Beauty & Life Institute Miami

The beauty mecca — the first U.S. location of the Brazilian import — offers a full menu of nail and hair care, facials, waxing, plus a private bridal suite.

  Downtown Coral Gables, Beauty, Relax, Weddings

April 6, 2009

The Spa at Metropolis Miami

Affordable services: a $40 express facial (30 minutes includes extractions, massage, and a mask) and a 55-minute massage for $75. Plus waxing, nails, and hair (a $35 blowout). Don’t pass up the smoothies at the juice bar.

  Coral Gables, Beauty, Cheap

March 5, 2009

Canyon Ranch Salon Miami

The ubiquitous private spa also houses a public salon catering to hair and nails with treatments like the Mayami tropical foot scrub, a pedicure using local ingredients like Key limes and coconut milk.

  Miami Beach, Beauty

January 27, 2009

SoBe Calm Miami

In a former residence on Alton, owner Tatum Fritts gives green and toxin-free facials. Artist Ashley Mandy (daughter of famed dermatologist Dr. Mandy) applies makeup, and local fave Tuka and her mom, Juci, provide mani/pedis. There are also hair extensions, waxing, and Pilates.

  Flamingo & Lummus, Beauty

March 11, 2008

Rashida B. Miami

Brow guru Rashida B. tweezes each hair individually, creating near-perfect arch symmetry. She comes to Miami (from Chicago) just once a month, so call ahead for an appointment.

  Beauty