10/06/09

Good Place to Chill

by troywarkentin

Good Place to Chill and Unwind

09/15/09

Excellent Spa for Facials

by nyc_girl

I spent a lot of time researching top spas in LA since moving here from NYC last year and had very high standards. I came in for a microderm facial with Lila and had perhaps the best results from a facial I have ever had (and that's saying something, b/c I frequented top spas for years in NY). She was incredibly warm and very knowledgeable about products, my skin and the advice she gave. Even more impressive was the fact she even recommended products and supplements not sold at the salon - the true test of a genuine and educated esthetician. Not only that, her recommendations were spot on - my skin improved significantly after using the products she recommended.

The facial itself was pretty standard (and a bit pricey), but she pushed my skin a bit w/ the microderm portion and the results were better than I've had. I felt she truly knew what my skin could and could not handle. The only thing that surprised me is that the microderm came after the facial/cleansing portion - it is usually done first in my experience to maximize results so the treatments on the skin are not ground off by microderm process. In any event, my skin looked better than it has in months and as I mentioned, the products she recommended made an ever bigger difference on my skin. She herself commented on the improvement the second time I went back for another facial - the anti-oxidants made a noticeable improvement. I will be back again!

• Pros: Skilled estheticians, friendly & knowledgeable front desk
• Cons: High prices, Need more than 1 bathroom in Locker Room

07/22/09

FABULOUS "GIRLS DAY OUT"

by DebP

FABULOUS "GIRL'S DAY OUT" at Dtox Day Spa. After having such a great day at the spa, I felt compelled to write a review . We had a bachelorette party scheduled last Saturday for my sister. The director of the spa, Kat Podmolik, helped arranged the party and it was pleasant from start to finish. She was very attentive to our group's every needs. Our group booked two treatments (facial and massage) and I also asked if we could have lunch brought in, as well as a private champagne toast for the bride-to-be. Every request was accommodated flawlessly. Kat also checked in with us throughout the day to make sure everything was okay and up to our expectations. Every staff member was friendly and smiling! As far as the spa facility, I loved the decor and ambiance. The lounge was relaxing with the sound of waterfalls and they provided a nice supply of water (flavored with cucumber or lemon), fresh fruit and chocolate brownies (yummy!). YES....I said brownies. I loved the steam room which smelled of eucalyptus. The entire facility was clean and had lots of nice amenities. The massage was over-the-top fabulous with hot stones and I especially liked the warm towel wrap to my feet at the end --- (oooh, so soothing). They have a couples massage room, so for fun my girlfriend and I had a massage together (we giggled). The facial was great and they provided a quick neck massage with it (or you could choose a hand massage). All the girls in our party raved about the treatments. We all agreed it was one of the best spa days ever! We all plan on coming back to the facility and we're telling all our friends.

• Pros: Favorite Spa in L.A.
• Cons: I live in Florida, so can't visit as often as I'd like