September 8, 2009

Bergdorf Goodman New York

These are premier designers and their luxury goods. Must admit that just swinging that fudge-striped bag around town somehow feels over the top.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Celebrity Sightings, Designer Clothing

September 8, 2009

Mario Badescu Skin Care New York

The first and last word in facials. Mile-long list of impressive clientele. Plenty of products to take home (the drying lotion is a lifesaver).

  East Side, Beauty, Beauty Junkies, Celebrity Sightings

September 8, 2009

Shobha New York

Simple, clean, and affordable, with a no double-dipping policy and post-wax threading to clear out the strays.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Beauty Junkies, Cheap

September 8, 2009

J. Sisters New York

Don’t expect any love. But the famed waxing spot (run by sisters Jocely, Jonice, Joyce, Janea, Juracy, Jussara, and Judseia Padilha) is revered by a host of glamour gals for good reason.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Celebrity Sightings, Hurts like a Bitch

September 8, 2009

Lilly and Raul New York

Chockful of knots? Get a Tui Na tune-up or other affordable Asian bodywork service.

  East Side, Beauty, Cheap

January 12, 2009

Peninsula Spa by Espa New York

The Peninsula Hotel’s rooftop spa has bespoke treatments; tea ceremonies; and a thermal suite with ice fountain, Finnish sauna, and an “experience” shower. Holy 24-karat-gold Bisazza mosaic!

  Manhattan, Beauty, Ritzy

November 5, 2008

Guerlain Spa New York

An entire floor of wellness heaven in The Waldorf Astoria hotel. Treatment rooms each have their own bathrooms, showers, and lockers. Chandeliers and bathrobes are designed for maximum opulence. Go for the two-hour Exceptional Orchidée Impériale Treatment facial or the five-hour Blissful Radiance package.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Indulgence, Relax

October 3, 2008

Exhale Mind Body Spa New York

 Fun one-hour core fusion and energy flow classes aim to make you sweat.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Break a Sweat, Relax