September 8, 2009

New York Center for Iridology New York

Who knew eyes could indicate tired spleens, sluggish lymphatic systems, and states of internal distress? Iridologist Judy Vedder “reads” irises (every area of the eye corresponds to a body part) and identifies potential trouble spots. A little wacky and totally neat.

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September 8, 2009

Yamuna Studio New York

Airy fitness studio where classes use weighted balls to stretch, realign, and energize. It’s gentle and weird, intense and cool. Other offerings include Yamuna Body Logic, a one-on-one therapy; YBR yoga, which uses balls to enhance regular poses; and Foot Fitness, a fifteen-minute workout for neglected, underloved feet.

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May 5, 2008

Eva Scrivo Salon New York

Famed downtown hairstylist opens her second outpost on the cobblestone streets of Noho. Hair services (cut, color, custom ponytails, and bangs) happen in the back (there’s even a patio); body treatments (facials, massages, mani/pedis) happen downstairs.

  Downtown, Beauty, Celebrity Sightings

September 6, 2007

Station Studios NYC New York

Stand on vibrating plates as you crunch, press, and squat — maximizing your workout and fatiguing your body in a 20- to 30-minute session. Fe-e-e-e-e-l-i-n-g fit y-eh-eh-t?

  Downtown, Beauty, Break a Sweat

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