Happy 15th Anniversary, Sex and the City!

We can’t believe it’s been 15 years since we first met Carrie, Miranda, Samantha and Charlotte looking for love on the streets of NYC.

We know the ladies of Sex and the City were no stranger to a life of luxury, and that includes pampering spa treatments. In honor of everyone’s favorite set of fictional cosmo-drinking, Manolo-wearing, brunch-loving Manhattanite ladies; we say grab your favorite real-life gal pals and hit the spa for a pedicure with a side of hot gossip.

Read more: Giveaway Barbara Delinsky’s newest novel, ’Sweet Salt Air,’ + over $500 Worth of Prizes

Spa Week Suggestions

  • $60 90 Minute Manicure and Spa Pedicure at Ananas Spa in Southampton, NY
  • $75 90 Minute Bamboo-Lime Private Room Manicure and Pedicure at Hotel Valley Ho – VH Spa in Scottsdale, AZ
  • $45 75 Minute Waterway Deluxe Pedicure at Spa at the Waterway in The Woodlands, TX
  • $40 Gel Manicure and Spa Pedicure at Spa Xanadu in Arcadia, CA

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Arielle Sidrane is the Media Coordinator at Spa Week Media Group.

10 Mid-Summer Spa Deals: Hair Removal, Teeth Whitening, Sunburn Relief + Pedicures

The Fourth of July has already come and passed, and it’s hard to believe how quickly this summer is flying by! We hate to admit it, but summer is just about halfway over! Here at Spa Week, we’re definitely in need of a little mid-summer refresher to rejuvenate ourselves inside and out. Check out some of July’s hottest spa deals to find the perfect mid-summer pick-me-up to keep you looking and feeling great right through Labor Day!

Hair Removal

Of course smooth, hairless skin is a summer must-have. Between waxing and a multitude of laser options, these days there are tons of ways to nix unwanted body hair for the long term (much more so than your razor!). Check out these spectacular spa deals to ensure your skin is beach-ready to start the second half of summer!

$45 Basic Brazilian Wax at Skin Spa Austin Lounge in Austin, TX (was $75)

$139 Beach Ready Laser Hair Removal for Package for Underarms and Bikini at Alegria MedSpa in Torrance, CA (was $169)

$49 Brazilian or Full Leg Wax at Reve SpaSalon in San Mateo, CA (was $75)

$29 Intense Pulsed Light Hair Removal for Underarm at Depi4ever in New York, NY (was $150)

Teeth Whitening

One too many glasses of red wine this summer may leave your smile looking a little bit discolored. Now is the perfect time to revive those pearly whites with a teeth whitening session (at an unbeatable discount!), and be ready to flash that Hollywood-worthy grin all over town!

One Session of Teeth Whitening with 2 Light Cycles at Spa at the Waterway in The Woodlands, TX – $150 (was $250)

$59 40 Minute In-Office Laser Light Teeth Whitening Session at Restorations Wellness Center & Spa in Devner, CO (was $159)

Pedicures

Show your feet some love this summer – they take serious abuse this time of year, between being pinched into too-tight 5 inch wedges, pounded on in sneakers at the gym or dragged barefoot through the rough sand on the beach. Treat your feet to some much-deserved primping and pampering this month with these amazing toes-only spa deals:

$33 Spa Pedicure at Touch Companies in Rosemont, IL  (was $45)

$58 50 Minute Summertime Toes Pedicure at The Spa at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, AZ  (was $70)

$25 Green Tea Relief Pedicure at Teree Salon & Spa in Auburn, MA (was $45)

Sunburn Relief

Spent a little too much time in the sun last weekend? It happens to the best of us. Luckily, some spas are offering deals on LED Sunburn Treatments that increase collagen formation and reduce skins inflammatory chemicals, so your sunburn can heal more quickly. Next time, we’re sure you’ll remember to be more diligent about your SPF!

$45 45 Minute Sunburn LED Treatment at Point Pleasant Wellness Spa in Wilton Manors, FL (was $60)

 

There are so many amazing treatments to choose from, all that’s left for you to do is pick your favorite (or four), log onto spaweek.com/deals to find a deal near you and book away! Enjoy!

Tebow Gets Pedis + More Reasons Your Man Should Spa

Three reasons your man should get in on the Spa Week action:

Reason #1: Tim Tebow gets mani/pedis.

Tim Tebow gets himself a pedicure.

Reason #2: Dwayne Wade does yoga, Pilates and gets pedicures.

Reason #3: Al Pacino has been known to rock nail polish.

Yes, going to the spa has gotten a fluffy reputation for being all about primping and looking pretty. But that’s not stopping some of sports’ biggest stars and Hollywood’s leading men from getting in on the pampering action. Within the past three weeks (and as recently as yesterday), Spa Week Daily, The Wall Street Journal, MSNBC, Jezebel and TMZ have all reported on the spa-habits of famous men including Wade, Tebow, Pacino, Chuck Norris, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Zac Efron and Usher, to name a few.

Wade attributes the spa and regular yoga/Pilates to helping him avoid injury and muscle stiffness/soreness, while improving flexibility, quickness and response time on the court. Tebow gets manicures because he wants to impress Katy Perry. Just kidding, Timmy, we know you get your nails trimmed and cleaned to improve your grip when tossing around the ol’ pigskin and to avoid painful and often debilitating blisters, calluses and ingrown nails on your paws. And, okay, maybe the third reason isn’t as convincing as the first two, but every guy likes Scarface, right? Even though we’re not really sure why Pacino has nail polish on, we have a hunch he got the VIP spa treatment being a good dad and bonding with his tween daughter.

What better time to remind the man/men in your life to treat their bodies right (and get in a little quality time with you) than to get them to the spa during Spa Week, April 16-22? Michelle’s boyfriend lost his spa virginity last Spa Week… it’s time for men everywhere to do the same.

In related news…

After Kim and Kanye‘s tirade around NYC last Friday, no one is talking about Kris Humphries, or his pedicure habits. Sorry Hump.

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Picking the Perfect Treatments for Your Bridal Party

Ever been accused of being Bridezilla? Imposing crazy demands on your wedding party has everyone at their wits end. The best way to bring them all back to a state of peace is by showing your appreciation. Without the help of your dedicated bridesmaids, groomsmen or even the flower girl your wedding wouldn’t be what it is. Let everyone know how much you care by giving them a chance to unwind at the spa. For those of you with a wedding on the horizon, your gift of appreciation comes in the form of $50 treatments during Spa Week. With the help of our Everything Bridal Channel partner, The Wedding Channel, we’ve assembled a list of special treatments fit for every member of your bridal party below.

For Your Flower Girl

Little girls love feeling like grown-ups, so why not treat your flower girl to a working-woman fave: the “mani-pedi.” Painting her pretty fingernails and toenails a calm shade of pink or her favorite color will keep her grinning from ear to ear. Plus, since she probably won’t want to stay put for long, the 20 or so minutes it will take for her manicure and pedicure to dry shouldn’t leave her antsy.

Tip: If you plan to let her pick the color, be sure to get it approved by Mom first. In fact, it will be a good idea to invite her along too so there will be someone around to keep your flower girl under control while the rest of the group is being treated.

$50 Spa Week Treatment Ideas:

120 Min Spa Manicure and Pedicure, Ayna Day Spa & Salon – Jon’Ric of OakBrook, Oakbrook Terrace, IL (630.261.9880)

60 Min Manicure and Express Pedicure, Canyon Falls Spa & Salon
Scottsdale, AZ (480.998.0333)

70 Min Classic Manicure and Pedicure, Spa 23 The Westin Hotel, New York, NY (212.201.4679)

For Your Bridesmaids

If you’re looking to treat all your girls to the same experience, consider a group treatment. Many spas offer great packages for groups. We recommend picking one that provides cocktail service and a special relaxation room for downtime — that way, the girls can catch up and unwind together before and after their treatments. Massages are always a no-fail option, but if you want to treat them to something out of the norm, consider slimming treatments, those that use chocolate, or some sort of exotic scrub.

Tip: Before you book a risque or exotic treatment plan for the group, check with all the girls to make sure everyone’s comfortable with what you’re signing them up for. You’ll want to know if they have allergies to the products that will be used and if they’re okay with the type of procedure and the sex of the person who will be performing it.

$50 Spa Week Treatment Ideas:

75 Min Package: 45 Min Body Slimming and Toning Transformer Treatment, followed by a 30 Min Massage Coastal Therapy Group, Lawndale, CA (310.542.0200)

90 Min Slimming Body Wrap Whole Health Wellness Center & Medspa, Alexandria, VA (571.357.2229 )

45 Min Chocolate Mint Scrub with Soothing Vichy Shower Eternal, The Spa, Babylon Village, NY (631.321.4422)

For Your Groomsmen

More and more spa locations are catering to a man’s relaxation needs. Look for spas that offer a men’s lounge or special treatment menus for the guys. An intense back massage will certainly sit well with some of the guys, but choosing to gift them with shaves, haircuts, or scalp massages instead could be a more memorable treat.

Tip: The guys are far less likely to feel the need to head to the spa with the entire group, so if it’s too much work to get them all together, consider booking one-on-one appointments for each.

$50 Spa Week Treatment Ideas:

Beverly Hills Shave, including, Series of Hot Towels, Pre Shave, Straight Razor, Hydrating Mask, and Hand, Scalp & Neck Massage, The Shave of Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (310.858.8281)

Spa Week Exclusive 50 Min Dermalogica Men’s Pre-Shave Skin Treatment, Slope Suds Salon and Spa, Brooklyn, NY 11215, 718.788.7837 (SUDS)

45 Min Swedish and Deep Tissue Combination Massage with Vegan Lotions and Oils, Includes 15 Min LED Light Treatment, Skinplicity, Wyckoff, NJ (201.847.7727 )

Gwen Stefani and Her 4-Year Old Trendsetter

Out of the mouths of babes! With his colorful choice of toe polish, little Kingston’s telling us it’s officially pedicure season… and that he’s officially the edgiest Crayola kid on the West Coast. The mother/son duo were spotted leaving Planet Nails in West Hollywood in preparation for Kingston’s upcoming 4th birthday party. With bleached blonde hair, dark nails, colorful toes, and that bad-boy tongue sticking out, the young trendsetter is already a rocker in his own right.

Inspired by the beauty decisions of a 4-year-old boy? You never thought it’d happen. We’ve got fantastic pedicure deals at our spas around the country–take advantage of these and the other spa deals they’re offering right now. Kingston would totally invite you to his birthday party. 

Salon Tobie Urban Spa
200 Quebec St.
500-115
Denver, CO 80230
303.366.4247
Choice of Soothing Pedicure with complimentary Paraffin Wax Treatment for $35,

Sanda Gane’ European Day Spa
12300 South Shore Blvd Suite 204
Wellington, FL 33414
561.792.9696
Manicure and Pedicure for $39, normally $65.

Spa Xanadu
26 East Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91006
626.821.0687
Renew Package: includes 60 Min Acupressure Facial or 60 Min Deep Cleansing Facial with Aromatherapy Scalp Treament, Manicure and Spa Pedicure for $119, normally $155, or Bliss Package: includes 30 Min Massage with 30 Min Facial, Manicure and Spa Pedicure for $129, normally $170.

Ardan MedSpa + Salon
72A Central Street
Wellesley, MA 02481
781.235.7788
Choice of Summer Package: includes Ardan’s Signature Ultimate Facial, Manicure and Pedicure, Hair Wash and Style, and Special Royal Effern Makeup Application for $200, normally $300

Skin Innovations Skin Care & Spa
56 Winchester Street, Suite 8
Newton, MA 02461
617.332.7546
Choice of 50 Min Beach Ready Manicure and Pedicure, $50

Spa Newbury
249 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116
617.262.9464
Pick Two: 30 Min Massage, Signature Express Facial, Classic Pedicure, Caviar Manicure, Full Face Wax, or Full Body Scrub including your choice of Cucumber, Orange, Vanilla or Pineapple Scrub.
Special: $89; Originally: $120

Orange Skye Day Spa
254 Highway 35 South
Red Bank, NJ 07701
732.530.9003
Aloe and Citrus Rub Manicure and Pedicure for $50, normally $85,

Beauty Jewel Spa & Laser Skin Care Center
146 West 4th Street
New York, NY 10012
212.505.0600
2 Hour and 30 Min Heat is On Package including choice of three of the following treatments: Burgundy Garnet Deep Tissue Massage, Any Facial, Relaxation Massage, Body Scrub with Detoxifying Wrap, YonKa Aromatherpay Massage, Body Fitness Treatment, Gourmet Brazilian Wax including Buttocks and Complimentary Lip and Chin Wax, Spa Manicure and Pedicure and Complimentary Wine and Chocolate for $165.

Deva Spa
425 Broome Street
New York, NY 10013
646.454.4300
Dad’s Manicure and Pedicure for $60

Dyanna Body Nail Salon – Spa
40 East 21st Street
New York, NY 10010
212.995.2355‎
Jelly Pedicure with 30 Min Reflexology $70

Vada Spa & Laser Center
387 6th Avenue
New York, NY 10014
212.206.1572
Choice of Brazilian Bikini Wax with Manicure and Pedicure for $55, or Full Body Massage with Pedicure for $75

The Woodhouse Day Spa of Franklin
1175 Meridian Boulevard, #100
Franklin, TN 37067
615.764.0004
25% off 80 Min Harmonizing Hot Stone Pedicure with Minkyti Facial

The Spa at The Crescent at Rosewood Crescent Hotel
400 Crescent Court
Dallas, TX 75201
214.871.3232
Drench Pedicure for sandal season! Soy extracts, shea butter, beeswax and rich anti-oxidants are blended in a self-heating mask to penetrate deep into the skin. From the inside out, the service enhances well-being and relaxes, hydrates and relieves achy muscles and joints. Valid Monday – Thursday only. $40; Originally: $75

All Star Lake Spa
9 Lake Bellevue, Suite 112
Bellevue, WA 98005
425.462.2960
2 for 1 Spa Pedicures: includes Foot and Leg Massage, Exfoliation, Mask, and Moisturizer with Grooming and Polish with your choice of Lavendar Body Polish for $50 per person, normally $100.



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