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

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

February 23, 2007

Me Day Spa Miami

Housed in a renovated cottage (think vaulted ceilings and exposed beams), the spa offers mani/pedis, hair services, and facials (peels, glycolic treatments), as well as skin care products, scented soy candles, beach mats, and journals.

  Flamingo & Lummus, Beauty