We're excited to present this story from our friends at Allure: Last week, I found myself in an uncomfortable situation while getting eyelash extensions. It wasn't the pads and glue stuck to my face, sealing my eyes shut; it was the complimentary leg rub that almost had me squirming off the table. For someone with extremely ticklish knees, the rubdown was more grueling than soothing. Having Read more

Spa treatments are designed to make you look and feel better, but it's definitely not relaxing to be left in the changing room with nothing but a robe and a bunch of unanswered questions. So, should you be giving your aesthetician the full monty? To find out how you can tell just how disrobed it's "normal" to get, just keep reading. Read more

While the economy may still be on a path to recovery, spas, which make up the fourth largest leisure industry, are experiencing a bit of a lift. In fact, according to the results of a just-released survey commissioned by the International Spa Association, spas have seen an increase in visits and revenue this past year. So sit back and relax — and check out some of the fun stats and cool facts Read more

Hong Kong's newest luxury spa might not be so relaxing if you have a fear of heights. The new ESPA just opened in the city's Ritz-Carlton International Commerce Center, the third tallest building in the world. ESPA sits on the 116th and 118th floors, making it the highest spa on Earth. Don't worry if you're only slightly acrophobic, though. The architects, HBA, gave the space rounded edges and Read more

Ordering bottle service at a club usually means that you're a high roller who overpays for Champagne. Bottle Service at Bliss, however, means that you're on the express train to relaxation. Available at Bliss spas nationwide through May, Bottle Service is a body treatment that combines full-body dry brushing with a massage, topping it all off with a big bottle of Smartwater to sip on the way Read more

Can you hear that? It's the sound of your muscles relaxing, and your tension slipping away. That's right; Spa Week is almost here. From October 10 to 16, you can get luxe, full-service spa treatments for just $50 each, and the savings are unbeatable. For instance, at Skinpeccable Dermatology and Laser Center in LA, you can get one session of laser hair removal for your bikini line (usually Read more

A while back, I was super stoked to find this shop near my workplace that offered $10 manicures. So far, I've been there a couple of times and shared this gem with my friends, and most of them have loved it. There are one or two people who didn't care for the lower prices, because they would rather pay more to ensure quality service, impeccable treatments, and a soothing atmosphere. I'm the kind Read more

When I put up the cash for a spa treatment, facials are by far my favorite service, but various other friends are die hards for lymphatic drainage massages, seaweed wraps, and blue light therapy. Going to the spa is a real luxury, so the service you choose says something about what you value when you get pampered. I like to feel better about my often-bothersome skin, so it makes sense that I Read more

Chocolate is pretty much synonymous with Valentine's Day. And while you can check out YumSugar for ways to ingest it, here on Team Bella we like to explore ways to slather it all over our bodies. When it comes to using this decadent ingredient in spa and body treatments, it turns out there are several great reasons why chocolate is so sweet. Stacey Parks, spa director at Spa Claremont in Read more