Outrageous Beauty Treatments
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsBy Zoe SchaefferShiatsu is so last century. With these eight extreme spa serviced, pampering takes on a whole new meaning. Taking luxe to a whole new level, this 24-karat facial (see at-home alternatives here) firms skin and reduces wrinkles, while leaving you with a golden glow—naturally. Where to get a glittering facialhttp://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/89717_Original.jpg
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsGet ready for a deep freeze with this cold sauna cryotherapy treatment (in minus 110 degrees Celsius). The chilly experience is said to help with inflammation, improve joint and muscle function and reduce and relieve skin irritation. Where to chill outhttp://static.glo.com/photos/Original/89718_Original.jpg
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsIn Santa Monica, Calif., Tikkun Holistic Spa offers a soothing treatment for your nether regions. Based on an ancient Korean treatment, the spa's V-Steam is said to reduce stress, regulate periods and boost fertility. (Search for research on the treatment.)Where to get a steam cleaninghttp://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/89719_Original.jpg
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsGeisha girls had fabulous skin partly due to a centuries-old secret topical called uguisu no fun (you won't believe what this is). Now that the word is out, it may be time to toss the old exfoliator and brighten your complexion the seriously old-fashioned way. Where to drop in for this facialhttp://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/7041_Original.jpg
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsNew Yorkers looking for the latest anti-aging fix turned to a Townhouse Spa's facial with Spermine, an antioxidant made from synthesized human (ick, you guessed it) sperm. While the NY hotspot no longer offers the facial, die-hard devotees have tracked down this product, which contains the exclusive ingredient at Harvey Nichols in the UK. Where to buy ithttp://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/7052_Original.jpg
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsIn the Ancient Cane Ritual treatment, raw sugar cane juice is combined with crystals and creamy oil to exfoliate and deeply moisturize. The massage also uses bamboo reeds (see pics) during a drumming, tapping and rolling session, meant to rebalance the body’s energy flow. Where to experience the cane ritualhttp://static.glo.com/photos/Original/7050_Original.jpg
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsIn this specialty treatment, botanicals and essential oils are used to firm up that particular part of our bodies that often goes south first. This breast facial (it's also called this) exfoliates and is designed to help remove lymphatic congestion (what is this?). Relax in the Jade Igloo Sauna after your treatment. Where to get this uplifting treatmenthttp://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/90487_Original.jpg
- Outrageous Beauty TreatmentsIf you and your special someone are looking for something relaxing and romantic, a couple's massage atop a Venetian-style gondola should definitely be on your to do list. Champagne and strawberries are included in the journey. Where to enjoy the relaxing boat rideNEXT GALLERY: Cate Blanchett's secrets to staying younghttp://static.glo.com/photos/Original/7077_Original.jpgOutrageous Beauty TreatmentsBINGhttp://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/89717_Original.jpg
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1 of 8By Zoe Schaeffer
Shiatsu is so last century. With these eight extreme spa serviced, pampering takes on a whole new meaning.
Taking luxe to a whole new level, this 24-karat facial (see at-home alternatives here) firms skin and reduces wrinkles, while leaving you with a golden glow—naturally.
Ice, Ice Baby
2 of 8Get ready for a deep freeze with this cold sauna cryotherapy treatment (in minus 110 degrees Celsius). The chilly experience is said to help with inflammation, improve joint and muscle function and reduce and relieve skin irritation.
Steam Clean?
3 of 8In Santa Monica, Calif., Tikkun Holistic Spa offers a soothing treatment for your nether regions. Based on an ancient Korean treatment, the spa's V-Steam is said to reduce stress, regulate periods and boost fertility. (Search for research on the treatment.)
Dropping In
4 of 8Geisha girls had fabulous skin partly due to a centuries-old secret topical called "uguisu no fun" (you won't believe what this is). Now that the word is out, it may be time to toss the old exfoliator and brighten your complexion the seriously old-fashioned way.
Smooth Moves
5 of 8New Yorkers looking for the latest anti-aging fix turned to a Townhouse Spa's facial with Spermine, an antioxidant made from synthesized human (ick, you guessed it) sperm. While the NY hotspot no longer offers the facial, die-hard devotees have tracked down this product, which contains the exclusive ingredient at Harvey Nichols in the UK.
Whip It
6 of 8In the Ancient Cane Ritual treatment, raw sugar cane juice is combined with crystals and creamy oil to exfoliate and deeply moisturize. The massage also uses bamboo reeds (see pics) during a drumming, tapping and rolling session, meant to rebalance the body’s energy flow.
Firm Offer
7 of 8In this specialty treatment, botanicals and essential oils are used to firm up that particular part of our bodies that often goes south first. This "breast facial" (it's also called this) exfoliates and is designed to help remove lymphatic congestion (what is this?). Relax in the Jade Igloo Sauna after your treatment.
Couple's Retreat
8 of 8If you and your special someone are looking for something relaxing and romantic, a couple's massage atop a Venetian-style gondola should definitely be on your "to do" list. Champagne and strawberries are included in the journey.
Where to enjoy the relaxing boat ride
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