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.

  Downtown, Beauty, Beauty Junkies, Cheap

September 8, 2009

Blue Mint New York

Diminutive Soho retreat focuses on the best of Eastern holistic therapies with seasoned aestheticians using herbal ingredients for facials and bodywork.

  Downtown, Beauty, Detox, Organic

April 17, 2009

Fox and Boy New York

Julie Dickson is the brain behind the quaint Mulberry Street spot, where she focuses on bone structure, eye color, and complexion before offering her legendary cuts and color.

  Downtown, Beauty, Charmer, Edgy

March 5, 2009

The Fierce Club New York

Yoga classes in a blissed-out Nolita garage will kick your asanas with hard-core strengthening vinyasa and rock-and-roll yoga.

  Downtown, Beauty, Break a Sweat, Wellness

April 16, 2007

Revolver Salon New York

Mini hair salon from Ricky’s NYC (formerly Shears Hustle & Blow) outfitted with rock-and-roll montages. Get bang-for-your-buck highlights, consults, trims, buzz cuts, or “crazy color.”  

  Downtown, Beauty, Cheap

January 9, 2007

Valley New York

Laid-back, welcoming hang with wicked manicures and pedicures from Japanese nail artists, lovingly administered organic facials, practically painless waxing, and a few curated racks of vintage clothes.

  Downtown, Beauty, Hangout, Japanese Awesomeness

May 9, 2006

Le Labo New York

A French apothecary where you’ll find a collection of ten core fragrances, including Bergamote 22 and the notorious Rose 31. Once you’ve chosen, a technician will use first-rate raw ingredients to compound it right in front of you, pour it into a vintage-looking vessel, then label it with your name and the expiration date.

  Downtown, Beauty