Some of California’s finest spas dwell amongst Silicon Valley’s office parks, boutique shops, quaint cafés and restaurants. Whether you’re into a full-service herbal body wrap deep tissue massage with citrus regenerizer, or just a quick facial, here’s eve
The Top 40Silicon Valley Spas
The who’s who in the back rub community.
[Editor’s Note: The top five are ranked according to our 2005 Readers’
Choice, the remaining 35 are alphabetized.]
1. Watercourse Way $$ (Pictured, Above Right) 165 Channing Ave., Palo Alto
(650) 462-2000 www.watercourseway.com Services: Massages (aromatherapy, deep muscle, hot stone), facials (natural scrub,
deep cleansing, Hungarian paprika, organic, honey and yogurt, vitamin C, moisturizing,
anti-stress, express, royal anti-aging, custom herbal peels), spa treatments (red
flower Sento ritual, rain dance revitalizing skin treatment, moortherapy, salt
glow, thermal seaweed wrap, Essensa’s 3D spa therapy), Ayurvedic rituals,
and foot treatment. Special Features: This relaxing retreat boasts nine private hot tub rooms with
a range of décor and amenities, including multi-jetted spas, wood tubs,
saunas, and cold plunges.
2. Preston Wynne Spa $$$ 14567 Big Basin Way, Saratoga
(408) 741-5525 www.prestonwynne.com Services: Massages (flower field signature, warm stone, Hawaiian lomi lomi,
deep tissue, stress relief, balneotherapy, couples, aromatherapy, Eastern, pre-natal,
warm rose oil, reflexology), facials (flower-field, sinus relief, SkinVision,
menopausal, prenatal, classic, collagen, deep pore, anti-oxidant with vitamin
C, express, teen, purifying back), body therapies (revitalizing ocean glow,
enzyme body peeling, detoxifying sea mineral wrap, body contour and cellulite
therapy, toning treatment), nail services, make-up and waxing. Special Features: Preston Wynne Spa has intensive wellness programs designed
to do everything from increasing self-esteem to preparing for motherhood to
purifying the lymphatic system.
3. The Spa – Los Gatos $$$ 100 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos
(408) 354-5901 www.thespalosgatos.com Services: Massages (Swedish, deep tissue, sports, warm stone, aromatherapy,
pre-natal, lomi lomi, Endermologie®, reflexology), facials (DNA cryo-stem,
glycolic, teen, back, gentleman’s, vitamin C and papaya enzyme), body
therapy (body detox, chocolate dream, chardonnay bliss, bath rituals, hand and
foot), waxing, manicures, pedicures, Vichy shower treatments, wraps, hydrotherapy
treatments, make-up and hair salon. Special Features: All treatments at this large European-style day spa include
a private aromatherapy steam session, plus use of a robe and slippers. Wines
and hot teas are available while you wait in the well-appointed “library”.
Along with the typical spa favorites of various massages and facials, The Spa
– Los Gatos shows its dedication to the complete well-being of its clients
by offering such services as oncology massage, detoxing body wraps, teen skin
consultations and motherhood massage.
4. The Spa at Dolce Hayes Mansion $$$ 200 Edenvale Ave., San Jose
(408) 226-3200 www.hayesmansion.com Services: Massages (therapeutic, relaxation, lava stone, deep tissue, sports-specific,
couples, four-handed, prenatal), body therapies (herbal back treatment, lymphango
body wrap, Java body wrap, mineral bath foot therapy), facials (Dolce signature,
Pevonia signature, purify/clarify, men’s, express), lip contour, distress
eye treatment, hair removal, make-up, manicures and pedicures. Special Features: Tea and Tranquility treatment with Mandarin orange lightening
and brightening facial masks, exotic Asian aromatherapies, Reiki foot treatments,
and herbal teas from the tea bar will ease the most stressed body and soul.
5. Harmonie European Day Spa $$ 14501 Big Basin Way, Saratoga
(800) 391-3300 www.harmoniespa.com Services: Facials (deep cleaning, anti-aging, firming, acne prone skin treatment,
hyper-pigmentation, desensitizing treatment, clinical and specialized treatment),
massages (Harmonie signature, deep tissue, sports, tranquility, pregnancy, cellulite),
body therapies (viva glow body exfoliation, hot salt lavender body scrub, hot
alaea Hawaiian salt scrub, Riviera sun mist, vanilla orchid balm body mask),
anti-cellulite therapies, post-surgery treatments, nail care, European skin
care and makeup, spa day packages, and wellness plans. Special Features: Unwind with the Harmonie Vitoxy facial (packed with vitamins
C, A, and E, combined with green tea, licorice and Echinacea) and detoxifying
hydrotherapy baths.
6. The Alexandria Salon & Spa $$ 1346 The Alameda, Suite 8 San Jose
(408) 268-7999 www.thealexandriasalon.com Services: Massages (aromatherapy, deep tissue, Shiatsu, Swedish, reflexology,
sports and chair), facials (mini, full, European, thermo-plastic mask, algo
mask, sea C spa treatment, hydro lifting and collagen 90 II), waxing, threading,
manicure, pedicure, body treatments (parafango wrap, back parafango for men,
body shaping and firming, Dead Sea salt glow and purifying back treatment) and
make-up. Special Features: All skin treatments include a complimentary make-up retouch
featuring Glominerals cosmetics, also sold at Alexandria’s.
7. Angel Face Day Spa $$ 833 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose
(408) 247-3223 www.angelfacedayspa.com Services: Facials (hydrating, revitalizing, de-stressing, alpha hydroxy, back,
gentlemen’s and teen), body treatments (seaweed, European herbal wrap,
European ocean glow, hair and scalp treatment), massages (Swedish, aromatherapy,
deep tissue, acupressure), manicures, pedicures and make-up. Special Features: Angel Face offers specialty treatments like the Epicuren Enzyme
Facial Treatment (natural enzymes, proteins, and botanicals free of chemical
preservatives, fragrances and colors) and the Micro Derma Facial, which uses
a specially formulated micro-crystal cream (that removes dry or damaged cells)
to achieve results similar to that of a microdermabrasion machine.
8. An Essential Day Spa $$$ 433 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale
(408) 720-8297 www.anessentialdayspa.com Services: Massages (deep tissue, volcanic stone, scrub and rub, prenatal, foot,
hand and wrist), haircuts and colors, waxing, make-up, manicures, pedicures,
facials (aromaplasty mask, European, men’s, alpha glow, enzyme exfoliation,
acne, nutrisoin mask, dry skin, firming) and body cocoons (aromatherapy, marine
algae, perfect legs, sea salt, tan). Special Features: Located in a nearly century-old house, the spa maintains a
homey atmosphere, despite a major remodeling in 2001.
9. Atelier Aveda Lifestyle Salon and Spa $$ 378 Santana Row, Suite 1120San Jose
(408) 244-4222 www.ateliersalon.com Services: Facials (botanical skin resurfacing, men’s, self renewal), body
treatments (Caribbean therapy, back), treatment enhancers, waxing, tinting,
hair salon and make-up. Special Features: All hair services begin with a consultation to determine what
procedures are best for you, based on your lifestyle, face shape, hair texture
and length. Hair color consultations are based on hair color wheels that are
used to calculate the best shade for your natural color.
10. Ayoma Life Spa $$$ 355 Santana Row, Fifth Floor San Jose
(408) 423-5424 www.ayomalifespa.com Services: Ayoma is a full service day spa located in the Hotel Valencia. Ayoma is a true healing experience offering authentic therapies, premiere quality products, and enlightening education to open the doors to the benefits of this 5,000 year-old holistic life science from India. Ayoma is a personal sanctuary for healing and rejuvenation, where treatments, art, and music, are tailored to your individual needs. This beautiful sanctuary offers an impressive list of authentic Ayurvedic and holistic therapies featuring Ayoma products for natural wellness. Special Features: Ayoma blends various traditional Indian massage styles with appropriate herbal oils for maximum relaxation and well being 60min - $105.00 / 80min - $125.00. The hand and foot healing is provided through Marma therapy following an invigorating exfoliation of the hands or feet 30min - $55.00. Udvartana is designed for maximum elimination of toxins created by smoking, water retention, environmental poisons, fat, cellulite, and congested lymph 60min - $150.00. Mukhralepa is a holistic facial which combines Ayurvedic beauty techniques to cleanse, detoxify, and nourish the system to enhance beauty from within. Ayurvedic herbal applications and foods for glowing, radiant skin, and emotional balance 90min - $150.00.
11. Beauty Clinica $$$ 200 S. California Ave., Palo Alto
(650) 326-3442 www.beautyclinica.com Services: Massages (deep tissue, couples, aromatherapy, hot stone, maternity,
lymphatic drainage), facials (clean & clear, European, urban defense, back,
acne, aromaplasty, alpha glycolic, sensitive skin, hydrating, herbal peel, gentlemen’s,
anti-aging, regulating, oxygen), hair removal, nail therapy, body treatments
(de-stress aromatherapy body wrap, Dead Sea full body masque, passion- fruit
body-salt rub and massage, anti-cellulite, aloe -vera-oil body wrap, sculptured
firming treatment, aroma), hair salon, make-up, hair removal. Special Features: A trip to Beauty Clinica is like taking a mini-vacation, without
the hassle of traveling. Their wide range of full- and half-day packages, which
comes with a healthy spa lunch, will leave you feeling on top of the world.
Especially popular is the Half-Day Getaway, which includes a facial, massage,
body treatment, manicure, pedicure, and a hot spa lunch.
12. Being Spa & Tanning $$$ 1415 The Alameda, San Jose
(408) 298-2900 www.beingspa-tanning.com Services: Massages (deep tissue, Swedish, sports, motherhood, local area emphasizing),
facials (DNA anti-aging treatment, signature Being Spa, deep pore cleansing,
gentleman’s relaxing facial, teen, back treatment), waxing and tanning.
Special Features: Being Spa & Tanning specializes in anti-aging facials
that promise immediate results during the first treatment that will last up
to three months.
13. Body Kneads $ 810 San Antonio Rd., Palo Alto
(650) 852-0546 www.bodykneads-dayspa.com Services: Massages (Swedish, aromatherapy, pregnancy, cranial sacral, hot stone,
lymphatic drainage, reflexology, hot stone, Shiatsu, sports), facials (European,
express mini, alpha hydroxy, mini, men’s, teen, crystal peel, back, vitamin
C, eye treatment), body treatments (GX-99, cellulite, aromatic bath), hair removal,
nail care, hand and foot therapy, permanent make-up, tanning. Special Features: GX-99 sounds more like a car than a body treatment, but the
use of gyratory vibration percussion stimulates and nourishes your skin and
tissues to help dissolve fat and cellulite.
14. Burke Williams Spa $$$ 355 Santana Row, Suite 2010 San Jose
(408) 241-0071 www.burkewilliamsspa.com Services: Massages (pure relaxation, deep tissue/sports, pregnancy, traditional
Japanese Shiatsu, Swedish/Shiatsu combo, reflexology, Thai, Reiki, lymphatic,
cranial sacral), facials (spa-style, the ultimate, nourishing, oxygen, organic
enzymes, microdermabrasion, back), signature treatments (hunter’s retreat,
Savannah’s surrender, salt glo, body wash, parafango), waxing, body wraps
(thermal seaweed, detox/calming, Calistoga getaway), hand-and-foot therapy,
and hair salon. Special Features: If you’re looking to host a business meeting or office
party with a twist, Burke Williams has conference room and party facilities.
After that, wash away work stress in one of their luxurious spa baths (herbal,
seaweed, milk and mud).
15. Ciana Day Spa and Ciana Salon $$ 111 Main St. (Salon) and 107 Main St. (Spa), Los Altos
(650) 941-1285 www.cianasalonspa.com Services: Massages (hands and feet, LaStone, head, neck and shoulder, hydrotherm,
aromatic oil), facials (men’s, LaStone, purifying facial for acne-prone
skin, 55-minute express, microdermabrasion), waxing, hand and feet therapy,
hair salon and make-up. Special Features: If you want the pampering to continue at home, throw a microdermabrasion
party, where a certified esthetician from Ciana visits you.
16. Claremont Resort and Spa $$$$ 41 Tunnel Rd., Berkeley
(510) 843-3000 www.claremontresort.com Services: Massages (therapeutic, warm stone, Shiatsu, deep tissue, aromatherapy,
sports, neck and shoulder, reflexology, couples), herbal bath treatment, aqua-latte-milk
bath and moisture treatment, therapeutic floatation tank, body wraps and scrubs
(essential oils, moor mud, herbal, zen triology, grape seed body polish, coconut
body polish, rosemary-citron Dead Sea salt scrub, chamomile, raw sugar and ginger),
men’s specialties, facials (rose, therapy enzyme, botanical, custom),
waxing, salon, bridal services. Special Features: The Tibetan Sound Massage combines the standard full body
massage with vibrating sound waves from sacred Tibetan bowls placed on your
body.
17. Day Spa Paradise $$$ 568 S. Mathilda Ave., Suite #102 Sunnyvale
(408) 245-4777 www.dayspaparadise.com Services: Facials (anti-sensitive, anti-aging, anti-pigmentation, anti-acne,
deep pore cleansing, deep hydrating, European, men’s, refresh, teen and
back treatment), peels (diamond microdermabrasion, glycolic facial treatment,
skin resurfacing AHA-BHA), massages (aroma luxe bodycare, anti-fatigue back
care, silky hand and foot), waxing. Special Features: Spoil yourself and that special someone with Day Spa’s
couple packages (relaxation care and rejuvenation care) or pick up one of their
premier skincare products from Jan Marini and Yon-Ka Paris.
18. Destino Spa $$$ 4335 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
(650) 947-0203 www.destinospa.net Services: Massages (Gardenia aroma Swedish, reclining Buddha-Thai, Shiatsu,
prenatal, healing warm stone), facials (revitalizing pumpkin, collagen silk,
Mandarin C aromatic, purification, men’s, tropical taste, deep cleansing
back), resurfacing treatments (microdermabrasion, advanced exfoliation, sugar
and beta peels, lactic acid and green tea), spa rituals (Bali bliss, sanur seaweed
wrap, minty earth & sea mud wrap, lava purification wrap), foot therapy,
body polishes, baths and soaks, waxing and make-up. Special Features: Feed your skin and senses with one of Destino’s appetizing
treats. Try the Caramel Turtle Inspiration, which starts off with a dry brush
exfoliation and delicious chocolate dip wrap. For something sweeter, have a
go at Chocolate Chip Devotion, which includes a yummy chocolate chip scrub and
strawberries-and-cream custom massage.
19. Delphi Salon and Day Spa $$ 540 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite D Los Gatos
(408) 395-7260 www.delphidayspa.com Services: Massages (aromatherapy, Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, pre-natal,
sports, chair, focus), facials (aromessance, men’s, teen, sea, sensitive
skin, deep pore cleansing, antioxidant, glycol peel, back), body treatments
(salt glow, moor mud, coffee scrub, airbrush tanning), waxing, nail care, hair
salon and make-up. Special Features: Coffee lovers should try the Café Latte manicure, where
the hands are soaked in coffee beans and steamed milk before the rest of the
treatment.
20. Dolce Vita Day Spa & Salon $$ 630 N. First St., San Jose
(408) 287-0200 www.dolcevitaspa.com Services: Massages (Swedish, aromatherapy, pre- and post-natal, Shiatsu, deep
tissue, reflexology, foot, hot stone), facials (express, deep cleansing, oxy-vital,
hydrating, botanical Botox, glycolic acid peel), body treatments (micro-buff
body polish, sea salt, aromatherapy, moor mud, detoxifying seaweed, cellulite
body wrap), manicures, pedicures, hair salon, make-up and waxing. Special Features: Singles and couples can detoxify and hydrate their skin with
water therapies, like the purifying steam sauna and the balneotherapy aroma
bath.
21. European Day Spa $ 40643 Grimmer Blvd., Fremont
(510) 770-1237 www.europeandayspa.com Services: Massages (hot stone, Swedish, deep tissue, reflexology, aromatherapy,
prenatal, spa hand and foot), facials (European deep pore cleansing, dermalift
non-surgical facial lift, glycolic acid, acne, back, men’s), body treatments
(salt glow body polishing with hydrotherapy bath, cellulite, seaweed body wrap,
mud body wrap, slimming/detoxification), make-up, eye treatment, manicures and
pedicures. Special Features: Spa packages are the way to go if you can’t decide how
best to pamper yourself. From career women and moms-to-be to teenagers and couples,
European Day Spa has you covered.
22. Face Forward Skincare $$ 1610 Blossom Hill Rd., Suite 3
San Jose
(408) 206-2426 Services: Chemical peels, post-surgical treatments, facials, waxing, microdermabrasion,
body wraps and treatments. Special Features: Personalized service, value pricing, flexible hours, and results-oriented
products and services make Face Forward a great find. A series of six microdermabrasion
sessions costs $500.
23. Heaven A Day Spa $$ 4301 Scotts Valley Dr., Suite 1 Scotts Valley
(831) 438-3888 Services: Massages (Swedish, deep tissue), facials, body scrubs, body wrap,
hydrotherapy, waxing, Botox, acupuncture, pedicure and manicure. Special Features: With 10 treatment rooms, a couples-only room, and professionals
on hand for Botox and collogen injections, Heaven A Day spa is one of the largest
and most comprehensive day spas in the area.
24. Inspiration Day Spa $$ 325 Sharon Park Dr., Menlo Park
(650) 854-5885 www.inspirationdayspa.com Services: Massages (bronze and buff, deep tissue, heated desert stone, neck,
back and shoulders, prenatal, reflexology, Shiatsu, Swedish), facials (advanced
exfoliant, back, collagen veil mask, express, men’s, teens, eye treatment,
purifying, herbal peel, DNA CryoStemTM skin therapy system, microdermabrasion),
body treatments (Java Lulur body wrap, fresh lavender wrap, seaweed wrap, salt,
glow and honey), waxing, hair salon, make-up and nail care. Special Features: The DNA CryoStemTM skin therapy system fuses the synergy of
DermaNutraceutical technology with cryogenic bio-cell therapy to hydrate your
skin. Integrate it into your day at the spa and take some home for later use.
25. La Belle Day Spa $$$ 95 Town and Country Village Palo Alto
(650) 327-6964
36 Stanford Shopping Center Palo Alto
(650) 326-8522 www.labelledayspas.com Services: Massages (deep tissue, hot stone, couples, hand and foot reflexology,
lymphatic draining, post-and-prenatal, sports, Swedish), facials (anti-acne,
anti-aging, botanical calm, jet lag rejuvenation, purifying, royal touch European,
sea essence), body treatments (endermologie, aromatic mud, wine-and- roses scrub),
waxing, laser hair removal, salon services, nails, regular and permanent make-up. Special Features: Turn back the clock in just four hours with Timeless Radiance,
the anti-aging spa package that combines a Forever Young Facial to minimize
wrinkles and brighten and firm skin, and an invigorating full-body glycolic
body exfoliation. Also, check out their extensive menu of services for men,
which includes grooming and sports manicure and pedicure.
26. La Concha Spa $$$ 1042 Lincoln Ave., San Jose
(408) 286-8612 www.laconchaspa.com Services: Massages (Swedish, Shiatsu, deep tissue, carpal tunnel syndrome, foot
reflexology, pre-natal, sports, chair, Reiki, lymphatic drainage), facials (Fruitopia,
hydrating, deep cleansing, regenerating, acne, glycolic, back), mineral and
herbal oil baths, body scrubs and wraps, tanning, cellulite treatments, manicures,
pedicures, hand and foot therapy, hair salon and make-up. Special Features: Heaven has a new name and it’s the Grand Escape Spa
Package. For $699, a couple gets seven hours of aromatherapy sauna, body scrub,
choice of baths, full facial, one-hour massage, lunch, manicure, pedicure, shampoo
and blow-dry.
27. New Image European Skin Care and Day Spa $$ 14432 Union Ave., San Jose
(408) 371-5974 www.newimagedayspa.com Services: Massages (Swedish, deep tissue, aromatherapy, hot stone), body treatments
(back, hydrotherapy bath, seaside salt scrub, contouring body wrap, seaweed
body wrap with body exfoliation), facials (acne, European, glycolic acid, teen),
waxing, including Brazilian bikini, tinting, electrolysis and make-up. Special Features: New Image specializes in unique packages, including The Mini
Getaway for Two, The Royal Treatment, The Men’s Club, and much more.
28. Nilou Day Spa $$$ 18772 Cox Ave., Saratoga
(408) 866-5036 www.nilou.com Services: Massages (aromatic, stress reduction, pre-natal, deep tissue, lymphatic
drainage, foot reflexology), facials (Epicuren, aroma, oxy, hydra, beta, alpha,
teens and men), targeted facial treatments (microdermabrasion, glycolic enzyme
treatment, fruit-acid exfoliation and eye opener), permanent make-up, body treatments
(La Stone therapy, anti-cellulite treatment, seaweed body wrap, sun free tanning,
detoxifying herbal body wrap), waxing, tinting and nail care. Special Features: Indulge in a unique body treatment like the Persian Hamam,
which starts with a soak in Nilou’s exclusive hydro bath, followed by
a waterfall shower.
29. Pavia Day Spa $$$ 12840 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd. Suite 300, Saratoga
(408) 741-1555 www.paviadayspa.com Services: Massages (aromatherapy, deep tissue, foot reflexology, cellulite,
lymphatic drainage), body contour wrap, dry skin soother, aromatherapy salt
glow, deep cleansing back, sunless tan, facials (classic, antioxidant, deep
purification, hydrating, intensive firming, glycolic, upper chest) make-up,
manicure, pedicure and waxing. Special Features: Pamper your extremities with the Head, Hands and Feet massage
($85 for 60 minutes), a pressure point massage using a customized blend of essential
oils.
30. Plum Spa $$ 74 S. First St., San Jose
(408) 971-9713 www.plumspa.com Services: Massages (Swedish, Shiatsu, deep tissue, sports, aromatherapy, reflexology),
facials (deep pore cleansing, aromatherapy, microdermabrasion, sea, anti-oxidant,
teen acne), body treatments (detox essential oil wrap for cellulite, bamboo
and lemongrass body buff, plum crush body buff), hydrotherapy, hair salon, makeover,
permanent cosmetics, waxing and nail care. Special Features: This urban retreat is one of only 10 spas in the nation to
offer the elaborate Jamu Indonesian spa rituals. The Javanese Lulur™ Royal
Ritual, which begins with a Balinese massage and culminates in a luxurious petal
bath and a slathering of Jasmine Frangipani lotion, is fit for a queen. This
ritual is administered to royal brides 40 days before the wedding as a skin
purification and beauty ritual.
31. Primrose Country Day Spa $ 630 Purissima St., Half Moon Bay
(650) 726-1244 www.primrosespa.com Services: Massages (Swedish, deep tissue, aromatherapy, warm stone, couples,
prenatal), facials (pumpkin, resurfacing, teen, enzyme peel, hyper pigment treatment,
acne), body wraps (herbal, mud, seaweed) and scrubs, waxing, tinting, hand and
foot care, and electrolysis. Special Features: Facials are Primrose’s specialty, with options like
Epicurean enzyme and oxygen treatment, salicylic acid, microcurrent eye treatment
and frozen live cell therapy.
32. Sachs Day Spa $$ 1375 Lincoln Ave., San Jose
(408) 298-1375 www.sachsdayspa.com Services: Massages (Swedish, deep muscle, reflexology, heated stone, lomi lomi,
pregnancy), facials (deep pore, papaya enzyme, glycolic, pumpkin, aromaplasty,
rejuvenating, pumpkin, teen, men’s, back, microdermabrasion, body treatments
(mango polish tanning, self tanning, rejuvenating body mask, spa pure), waxing
and make-up. Special Features: Add a little oomph to your facial with Sachs’ intensifiers
like the aromaplasty mask, a multi-vitamin mask that revitalizes the skin, or
an evidence mask, an anti-aging treatment to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles.
33. Sanctuary Day Spa $$ 16A Seascape Village, Aptos
(831) 688-7727 www.sanctuarydayspa.com Services: Massages (warm stone, reflexology foot therapy, deep tissue, stress
reduction, pregnancy), facials (microdermabrasion, glycolic, deep pore cleansing,
vitamin C, teen, gentleman’s, express), body and bath treatments (milk
and honey wrap, seaweed detoxification wrap, body scrub, cellulite reduction,
hydrotherapy bath, airbrush bronzer), medical spa treatments (Botox, fillers,
fotofacial RF, laser hair removal, acid peel, extreme skin rejuvenation, corrective
acne, cell regeneration). Special Features: Take advantage of Sanctuary Spa’s rewards program that
includes a newsletter and offers discounts with plans like the MyTime Spa Membership
(one free treatment, weekday and weekend discounts, medical spa discounts and
monthly specials) or the NurtureMe Series (purchase six facials, massages or
body treatments and get the seventh free).
34. Sona MedSpa $$$ 2880 Stevens Creek Blvd., Suite 240 San Jose
(408) 248-7662 www.sonamedspa.com Services: Laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation programs (healthy skin system,
skin illuminating system, skin renewal system, sun repair system, acne care
system, skin resolution system and Sona select system). Special Features: Experience the Sona Concept: a personalized treatment program
that targets each anatomical area for treatment during the exact window of time
most effective for hair removal and anti-aging services.
35. Sunset Sauna and Massage $ 1214 20th Ave., San Francisco
(415) 753-2559 www.sunsetsauna.com Services: Massages (Swedish, couples, deep tissue, four-handed, reflexology,
sports, chair), salt glow, body polish, mud pack, kelp and aloe wrap and facials
(herbal clay, acupressure, rose petal, Burt’s Bees). Special Features: Private Finnish saunas are available for $10 per person, per
hour.
36. Spa at Chaminade $$$ One Chaminade Ln., Santa Cruz
(800) 283-6569 www.chaminade.com Services: Massages (Swedish, deep pressure, aromatherapy, prenatal, couples),
body wraps and scrubs (essential oils, tricrystal salt scrub, green tea and
ginger sea enzyme, chai tea mud), facials (purifying, vitamin C, anti-aging,
Epicurean enzyme, silver ion mask, microdermabrasion), waxing and make-up. Special Features: Throw a two- or three hour private spa party, which includes
massages, facials, champagne, wine and a hors d’oeuvres reception.
37. Spoiled Rotten Day Spa $ 9039 Soquel Dr., Aptos
(831) 688-7714 www.spoiledrottenspa.com Services: Massages (deep tissue, aromatherapy, aromatherapy foot treatment),
body treatments (total body buff, the ultimate body wrap), facials (clinical
deep cleansing, oxygen blast, Victorian, aromatherapy, European, glycolic acid
peel, microdermabrasion), nail services, salon services including make-up, Botox,
permanent make-up. Special Features: Try toning, a procedure that uses painless low-level electronic
impulses to “reprogram” muscles in the face to assume nearly their
original shape and to support skin tissues to become healthier.
38. Tova Yaron Day Spa & Salon $$ 1600 Saratoga Ave., Suite 411 San Jose
(408) 866-8682 www.tovayaron.com Services:Massages (Swedish, deep tissue, sports, Shiatsu,
hot stone, prenatal, aromatherapy, lymphatic, foot reflexology), facials (normal-to-dry-skin,
oily/combination skin, sensitive skin, aromatherapy, teen, back, vitamin C,
oxygen, collagen anti-aging treatment, hydrolifting), body treatments (body
salt glow plus sunless tanning, moor mud, seaweed, honey and almond body glow,
mineral rich Dead Sea salt glow, purifying and slimming detox, anti-fluid, Dead
Sea mud), microdermabrasion, glycolic peels, waxing, electrolysis, hydrotherapy
tub, nail services, hair salon services and make-up. Special Features: Experience relaxation at its finest with Tova Yaron’s
“Total Escape from Reality” spa package – seven-and-a-half
hours of pampering, including an age-defying oxygen facial, a hydrotone body
wrap, a calming hydrotherapy bath, a relaxing hour-long massage, hair styling
and shampoo, make-up, a manicure and pedicure. Lunch is included.
39. Visual Image Salon $ 5200 Mowry Ave., Suite C, Fremont
(510) 792-5922 www.visualimagesalon.com Services: Facials (signature, traditional European, acne, glycolic acid peel,
microdermabrasion, back), eye, lip and neck treatments, eyebrow and lash tinting,
waxing, hair salon and make-up. Special Features: Become a model and get your haircut or color for free. Models
are used for training future hair stylists and qualified educators are on hand
to supervise.
40. Salon De La Vie $$ 1044 Lincoln Ave., San Jose
(408) 277-0911 www.salondelavie.com Services: Hair treatments (cutting, color, thermal straightening, perms and
deep conditioning), waxing, facials (aromatherapy, deep cleansing, acne solution,
peel, European, gentleman’s, back, diamond microdermabrasion), manicure,
pedicure, massages (prenatal, Swedish, sports, deep tissue, aromatherapy) Special Features: Special events are their forte. Salon De La Vie offers make-up
and hair styling services to help you look your best for your prom, weddings
and other special occasions.
TOP 20 SALONSFaux
Salon 378 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell
(408) 378-3289 www.fauxsalon.com
Scandalous Hair Design 1324 Lincoln Ave., San Jose
(408) 294-2004
Vail Concepts Hair Salon 30 Post St., San Jose
(408) 287-8245
Delphi Salon & Day Spa 540 N. Santa Cruz Ave., #D Los Gatos
(408) 395-7260 www.delphidayspa.com
Ciana Salon & Day Spa Salon: 111 Main St., Los Altos
(650) 941-1285
Spa: 107 Main St., Los Altos
(650) 941-1285 www.cianasalonspa.com
Bella Bella Salon 2688 Union Ave., San Jose
(408) 559-4247
Salon Blu 2251 The Alameda, Santa Clara
(408) 246-HAIR
Hair International 232 Stanford Shopping Ctr., Palo Alto
(650) 324-2007
FRUITY FACIALSRubbing
crushed fruit onto your face is said to have many benefits, and makes for a simple
and fun at-home facial. We created our own facemasks using the following fruits.
These are the results. (For all masks, dab the mixture on your wrist first, then
wait 24 hours to check for skin allergies.)
Avocado Benefits: Contains vitamins A, B, D, and E Method: Applied to face and let dry.
Result: Skin felt soft and smooth. Also delicious.
Banana
(Do not use overripe bananas!) Benefits: Contains potassium, calcium and phosphorus Method: Mashed, applied, and left on face for 10 minutes.
Result: Skin felt soft and smooth.
Honey
(Okay, not a fruit, but we rubbed it on our face anyway) Benefits: Cleanses, tones and hydrates Method: Applied and left on face for 10 minutes.
Result: Skin soft, eyebrows sticky.
Papaya Benefits: Contains enzyme that is supposed to be useful in
exfoliation Method: Crushed, applied, and left on face for five minutes.
Result: Skin felt soft but looked blotchy.
Strawberry Benefits: Rich in vitamin C Method: Crushed, applied and left on face for three minutes.
Result: Refreshing, also made face smell like strawberries.
Watermelon Benefits: Cleansing Method: Crushing, applied, and left on face for five minutes.
Result: Skin looked blotchy for over an hour; not good.
SPA DO'S AND DON'T'SWe
asked the expert technicians at Ayoma LifeSpa about etiquette, conduct and ways
to get the most out of your spa experience.
Ayoma LifeSpa is on the fifth floor of Hotel Valencia, 355 Santana Row,
San Jose (408) 423-5424www.ayoma.com.
DO: TIP. It’s customary to leave 15 to 20 percent for any
personalized service. Gift certificates don’t generally include gratuity.
When in doubt, ask.
SHOWER BEFORE YOUR TREATMENT. Though your massage therapist
will likely use scented oils and such, nothing can cover a day’s worth
of mountain biking. And bring stuff for your post-shower treatment, too.
TURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONE. The only place more inappropriate
for a mobile phone would be a funeral.
COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR THERAPIST. Tell them where it hurts,
and where you’d like more or less pressure throughout the treatment. Don’t
get bossy; just don’t be shy.
RELAX. Massage and meditation are soul mates. Go ahead, fall
asleep.
HYDRATE. Massage breaks up toxins. Drinking water before and
after your treatment will help your body’s natural elimination process.
CHECK FOR OTHER AMENITIES. Some spas have hot tubs and steam
rooms for guest use. It’d be a shame if they went to waste.
USE THE RESTROOM BEFORE YOUR TREATMENT. ’Nuff said.
DON'T: WEAR HEAVY PERFUMES OR DEODORANTS. Some therapists have allergies
or are sensitive to overbearing fragrances.
BRING BABIES OR TODDLERS. Apparently, this isn’t obvious.
ASSUME IT’S OKAY TO NOT SHOW UP. Space and time are
reserved for you, and cost the spa money if you flake.
BE AFRAID TO GET NAKED. Clothing is optional, of course. But
a trained professional knows how to maintain your privacy while having access
to those glutes and lower back (spots clothing usually covers).
SHOW UP DRUNK. Massage is a detoxifying treatment. Don’t
mix the two.
EAT A HEAVY MEAL BEFORE YOUR TREATMENT. This will only make
your body work harder at breaking down toxins.
THE PERFECT WEEKEND SPA GETAWAYSYCAMORE HOT SPRINGS WEEKEND GETAWAY 1215 Avila Dr., San Luis Obispo
(800) 234-5831 www.sycamoresprings.com
Don’t tell your partner where the two of you are going. Just tell him or
her to pack one nice outfit, swim trunks, a toothbrush, a pair of hiking shoes,
shorts, some sunglasses and a crossbow (or something throw ’em off the scent).
Then drive to Sycamore Hot Springs for your surprise weekend getaway (after you’ve
made reservations, of course). You will be the hero. Be sure to ask for a room
with its own mineral spring hot tub (there are several), which delivers mineral-rich,
104-degree water that will make you immortal (not really). Take a dip in one of
the three freshwater pools (one of which, “The Oasis,” is a 30-person
hot tub nestled amongst the rocks and trees); pick your degree of difficulty and
hike to some of California’s most breathtaking coastal views; indulge in
a variety of therapeutic spa treatments, including massages and facials; and relax
in one of the many redwood hot tubs tucked against the hillside. Rinse and repeat.
TOP SAN FRANCISCO SPASInternational
Orange Spa Yoga Lounge 2044 Fillmore St.
(800) 387-7918 www.internationalorange.com
“BEST SPA 2004” – San Francisco Magazine
Prima Facie Skincare Salon 561 Castro St.
(415) 626-7700
“Voted Best of the Bay” – SFWeekly
Spa Sole - A Restorative Wellness Spa 2500 Clay St.
(415) 929-6886 www.spasole.com
“The ultimate place to go for maximum pampering” – Spa Daily
Therapeia 1801 Bush St.
(415) 885-4450 www.therapeiaspa.com
“Best Massage in San Francisco” – Allure Magazine
Tru Spa 750 Kearny St.
(415) 399-9700 www.truspa.com
“Best Facial in San Francisco” – Tru Spa
TOP 20 PLACES TO GET FIT24Hour
Fitness Fourteen (14) Silicon Valley locations www.24hourfitness.com
Bally’s Total Fitness 1570 Hamilton Ave., San Jose
(408) 267-1900
2920 Aborn Square Rd., San Jose
(408) 223-4411 www.ballyfitness.com
Pinnacle Fitness 150 S. First St., #119, San Jose
(408) 924-0500
15445 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos
(408) 358-3551 www.pinnaclefitness.com
Right Stuff Health Club 1730 W. Campbell Ave. Campbell
(408) 866-8855
1325 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose
(408) 445-3310
Women Only: 1145 S. De Anza Blvd., Cupertino
(408) 973-1088
Curves for Women Forty (40) Silicon Valley locations www.curves.com
YMCA of Silicon Valley Six (6) Silicon Valley locations www.scvymca.org
1240 Salon & Spa 1240 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose
(408) 295-3886
TOP TEN TANNING SALONSPlanet
Beach Tanning Spa 1360 El Paseo De Saratoga San Jose
(408) 378-4826
109 Bernal Rd., San Jose
(408) 362-0551
3988 Rivermark Pkwy. Santa Clara
(408) 986-1332 www.planetbeach.com
Beach Club Tanning 2045 Camden Ave., San Jose
(408) 559-9500
2306 Almaden Rd., San Jose
(408) 694-0380
Magic Tan 451 Saratoga Ave., San Jose
(408) 985-8266
5450 Thornwood Dr., San Jose
(408) 225-5688
1767 Landess Ave., Milpitas
(408) 946-8267
2000 Homestead Rd. Santa Clara
(408) 241-2489 www.magictaninc.com
The Tanning Rage 531 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell
(408) 866-2253
A Perfect Tan 19676 Stevens Creek Blvd. Cupertino
(408) 366-2226
875 El Camino Real, Menlo Park
(650) 322-9900
Los Gatos Ballet & Pilates 16 Lyndon Ave. Los Gatos
(408) 399-7577 www.bodyinmotion.com
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