Holiday treat: Spa treatments that won’t break the bank
Every year, you say to yourself that you’re going to do the holidays differently and make them stress-free. That you’ll enjoy your friends and family more, and sweat the details a little less. Well, maybe the best way to make that happen is to start at the spa.
No need to spend top dollar, either. We’ve pulled together a list of area spas that are offering special deals for the holidays. You’ll find everything you need, and find it cheaper, to get a great start on the season of giving.
Trilogy Day Spa — Manhattan Beach
Experience a day in paradise at this Hawaiian-themed spa offering signature treatments such as the Lehua Honey Drench Escape, the Lomi Pohaku Hawaiian Stone Massage and many more. Relax after your treatment on an outdoor canopy bed on the spa’s rooftop deck with views of the Pacific. Trilogy’s holiday specials include a Stress-Busting Weightless Float Session plus Sugar Scrub Souffle ($65); a Float Session, a 25-minute massage and the Sugar Scrub Souffle ($110); or the Trilogy Massage or Spa Facial plus a 25-minute Float Session and Sugar Scrub Souffle ($140). 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. (310) 760-0044, trilogyspa.com.
Murad Inclusive Health Spa — El Segundo
This state-of-the-art medical spa by celebrity dermatologist Dr. Howard Murad specializes in anti-aging skin technologies. It’s offering 20% off two 50-minute services, 30% off three services, 50% off consultations and a variety of discounted gift cards. Choose from services including acne facials, deep tissue massages, acupuncture, nutritional counseling and 10-week inclusive health programs. 2141 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo. (310) 726-0470, muradinclusivehealth.com.
Raksa — Culver City
This new Culver City oasis featuring yoga, spiritual counseling, bodywork and much more is offering the New Year, New You package that includes a unique tarot card reading and therapeutic massage or facial (60 minutes, $100) and three months of unlimited movement services including yoga, qi gong, tai chi, breath work, Feldenkrais method and more ($150). 10846 Washington Blvd., Culver City. (310) 559-7200, raksasala.com.
Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa — Corona
Native Americans first used these healing mineral waters, which have been a spa destination for 150 years. Bathers enjoy mineral hot springs, red clay mud baths, swimming pools, Jacuzzis, saunas and steam rooms, with massages starting at $89. This season’s Weekday Getaway includes all-day admission, a Swedish massage or Glen Ivy facial (50 minutes), the Grotto Body Moisturizing treatment and lunch at Café Solé. Available Monday to Thursday ($150). Also offering the Winterberry Facial (50 minutes, $99), a $200 “Relax Package,” and $100 gift cards on sale for $75 (through Dec. 20). 25000 Glen Ivy Road, Corona. (888) GLENIVY, glenivy.com.
Tikkun Holistic Spa — Santa Monica
The high-end Korean-inspired spa and holistic medical center features a detoxifying Korean Hwangto Clay Room, a Himalayan salt room (mined from ancient sea bed caves and containing around 72 beneficial minerals), a hot jade room, a cooling ice room, a sauna, soaking room and Balinese reflexology footpath. For the month of December, experience the Green Tea Soak and Traditional Korean Body Scrub ($50), a Swedish Massage or Detox Facial (60 minutes, $75), the body scrub, massage and facial package ($195) or the Tikkun Signature Head-to-Toe treatment featuring a body scrub, hot-oil massage, cucumber facial, hair shampoo and conditioning treatment and a warm milk rinse ($145). Ask about Tikkun’s “V-Steamer” experience. 1460 4th St., Santa Monica. (310) 319-1111, tikkunspa.com.
Nite Spa — Venice
The lighthearted, great-for-groups Venice spa offers the Spa-cation, a de-stressing massage, facial or holiday polish manicure/pedicure combo (45 minutes, $50), and the BFF offering you and a friend a 25% discount on treatments. Or buy a gift certificate of $100 or more and receive a $25 gift certificate, or two Nite Spa Organics products and get a third one free. 1301 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice. (310) 396-5122, https://www.nitespa.com.
The Spa at the Beverly Wilshire — Beverly Hills
The dimly lighted haven inside the classic 1928 hotel presents the Holiday Timesaver Special, allowing you to book any spa facial and receive 50% off a manicure. The luxurious spa also offers the Holiday Glow Package, which includes a full-body scrub plus a classic manicure and pedicure (90 minutes, $230). 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. (310) 385-7023, fourseasons.com/beverlywilshire.
Zen Spa — Calabasas
In December only, visitors to this West Valley refuge can buy five gift cards and receive the sixth free (minimum $100). The spa is also featuring eucalyptus oil for massages and a Royal Zen massage, which brings medicinal heat to sore muscles, releasing tension and revitalizing your mind with pressure-point massage and aromatherapy (80 minutes, $167, plus 100 ZenSpa points or $10 credit toward your next service). 23975 Park Sorrento Drive, Suite 120, Calabasas. (818) 591-0046, zenspa.biz.
Healing Hands Wellness Centers — Los Angeles
With more than 40 therapists, you are sure to find a massage (60 minutes, $55) customized to meet your needs. Both locations are quiet, tranquil and serene, each featuring a chiropractor ($60/session) and an acupuncturist ($80/session). Buy five massage gift certificates and get one free (offer ends Dec. 31), massages do not expire). 303 S. Crescent Heights Blvd., L.A. (323) 782-3900; 414 N. Larchmont Blvd., L.A. (323) 461-7876, healinghandswc.com.
Le Petit Retreat — Hancock Park
The Larchmont mainstay has paired with Drai’s Hollywood at the W Hotel for two exclusive holiday packages. Enjoy the Couples Jade Stone Massage in an outdoor cabana or bungalow (50 minutes), which includes an Ionic Detoxing Foot Bath treatment, a Champagne Bath for two (non-alcoholic beverages available), and a $100 Drai’s Dining Package ($440). Or get the Couples RegenisCell© Vitamin C Enzyme Lift Facial, Detox, plus $100 Drai’s Dining Package ($410). 331 N. Larchmont Blvd., L.A. (323) 466-1028, lprdayspa.com.
Le Spa @ Sofitel — Beverly Hills
The 5,000-square-foot temple of tranquility is offering a Winter Spice Organic Body Scrub using sweet orange, cinnamon leaf and clove essential oils in a base of organic cane sugar and oil (50 minutes), combined with the So Relaxing Massage (50 minutes) and the So De-Lightful Spa Manicure ($235). Or bring in your sweetie for a Couples Aromatherapy Massage (50 minutes) with a Holiday Lights Romantic Candlelit Bath using a blend of salts and essential oils in Le Spa’s enormous Kohler chromatherapy tub (50 minutes) in a VIP suite for two ($315). Available through Jan. 15. 8555 Beverly Blvd., Beverly Hills. (310) 228-6777, lespala.com.
dtox Day Spa — Los Feliz
This unique neighborhood spot features the Flawless Face Facial with oxygen technology combined with a hydrating serum and an eye treatment for glowing skin (50 minutes, $195), the Anti-Aging Regenerating Facial (80 minutes, $160), the organic Sugar Plum revitalizing “facial” including a sugar scrub for hands and feet (80 minutes, $150), the Spiced Hot Stone Massage (50 minutes, $110; 80 minutes, $150). There’s also the Sugar and Spice Treatment with a custom massage enhanced by cinnamon and vanilla essential oils, a botanical scalp massage and a sugar scrub for the hands and feet (80 minutes, $160). 3206 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Feliz. (323) 665-3869, dtoxdayspa.com.
Spa at the Peninsula — Beverly Hills
The lavish spa at this celeb-tastic hotel offers a limited edition Peninsula Holiday Pumpkin Cherry Facial, featuring pumpkin enzymes, antioxidants, beta carotene, sweet cherry and pomegranate products (60 minutes, $225). Expires Jan. 31. 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. (310) 975-2854.
Chocolate Sun — Santa Monica/West Hollywood
The innovative owners behind Nature’s Healthy Tan created their organic tanning spray solution to serve as a hydrating mask for the entire body ($55). A golden hue is achieved with solutions customized to skin tone. Receive a Flowers Organics Cranberry Vanilla Aromatherapy Body Oil and 3-ounce glass candle with purchase of one full price treatment during the month of December. 137 Bay St., Santa Monica. (310) 450-3075; 560 Huntley Drive, West Hollywood. (310) 854-1122, chocolatesun.net.
Ciel Spa at the SLS Hotel — Beverly Hills
The designer city sanctuary offers the Well Kept Man Package, which includes a Gentleman’s Facial, Signature Hot Towel Shave and a beer. (2 hours, $145). Or receive an invigorating body scrub, relax in the spa suite and get a renewing Relaxation Massage, plus a relaxation eye pillow to take home (2 hours, $190/person). 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills. (310) 246-5560, cielatsls.com.
SkinSense Wellness Spa — West Hollywood
When booking any treatment, skin specialist Marion Simms offers complimentary “add-ons” (brow tint, lip or hand treatment) or a mineral powder application. SkinSense also features its Beaute Neuve Facial to rehydrate winter skin ($100). Holiday tea will be served on Saturdays between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Offers valid Saturday to Dec. 31. 8448 W. 3rd St., West Hollywood. (323) 653-4701, skinsensewellness.com.
The Shave of Beverly Hills — Beverly Hills
The male grooming maestros invite you to “Be a Good Hu-man.” Bring a donation of canned or dry food for the local food banks and the Shave will add a hand treatment/massage to your grooming. 230 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, (310) 858-8281, theshavebeverlyhills.com.
Koreatown spas
Koreatown’s wallet-friendly communal spas are always a great option. Energize in the mugwort tea tubs, jade steam saunas, eucalyptus steam rooms, cold water plunges, dry clay saunas and natural oxygen and charcoal therapy relaxation rooms of some of the L.A.’s most overlooked spas. Note: Not for the modest … you will be naked! Entry $15 to $30; extra for body scrubs, massages and facial packages. Century Sports Club & Day Spa, 4120 W. Olympic Blvd., (323) 954-1020, centurydayspa.com; Olympic Spa & Retreat, 3915 W. Olympic Blvd., (323) 857-0666, olympicspala.com; Aroma Wilshire Center, 3680 Wilshire Blvd., (213) 387-2111, aromaresort.com; Wi Spa: 700 Wilshire Blvd., (213) 487-2700, wispausa.com.