pedicures

The Spa at Lakes Dermatology gives us the 101 on glycolic acid.

We love romantic, indulgent Valentine’s Day gifts but we are especially fond of presents that are also healthy. Check out these picks for spicy and sexy gifts for your favorite Valentine, or to send yourself some extra love.

Nails reflect our current health state, so understanding the health of the nail, and what the nail says about our overall health status is important.

Hong Kong is overwhelming in the best possible way—we break down where to stay, spa, and dine.

These spa and wellness deals celebrate everything from the fall season to breast cancer awareness month!

This month’s Good Karma is all about taking Heart Month to heart!

Beauty has taken a bold, theatrical turn of late, with the old “Barbie-doll prettiness”—a “healthy glow,” natural highlights, a dab of lip gloss and a French manicure—under radical revision. In 2013 the envelope-pushing trend will only intensify. And from hair to nails, this beauty “self-expression” wave will get most intensely played out around COLOR. Yes, […]

The human foot is a delicate, complex structure of 33 joints and 26 bones, wrapped in a web of 126 muscles, ligaments and nerves. The most utilized part of our bodies, the average person spends four hours (pounding out 8,000 to 10,000 steps) on their feet every day. We exert a force equivalent to several […]

The headlines in the spa industry these last few years have been all about wellness. But now beauty and grooming is seriously booming…being driven by a new trend we call “glambition.” The intensity, frequency (and often sheer whimsicality) with which people are getting “glammed up,” groomed, bedizened and beautified is exploding worldwide. And, given economic […]

While not all of us are beauty risk-takers, we can all appreciate a fun manicure. This year we’ve seen some interesting nail designs, shapes and other artful interpretations on the runways, red carpets and let’s face it – the office! We’ve rounded up what we’re seeing trending in nails – what are some of your favorites?

SpaRitual is known for its rich shades and earth-friendly and fair-trade formulas. Check out the company’s latest shades and learn about their partnership with SOIL in Haiti.

We aim to be on top of the latest and greatest spa trends here at SpaFinder. The moment we caught wind of the innovative new waterless pedicure and manicure service offered at Honolulu’s SpaHalekulani, we knew we had to fill you in.

Perfect for frenzied New Yorkers who are constantly on the go, Caudalie gets a lot done — and done well — in true New-York-minute fashion. Here is the well-appointed spa’s new Under-an-Hour menu, so you can hurry up and get to it, too!

Not only are beauty companies backing Breast Cancer Awareness with special PINK products or a portion of proceeds going to support various organizations, spas are spreading the love as well.

Taking a day away from home or work to visit a spa is a great way to escape your stresses, but sometimes you need immediate relief…after hours. At-home spa treatments are great practices to unwind and give yourself (or a friend) some much needed pampering while saving time and money. An important element of all spa treatments is the ritual…in this case, soaking, relaxing, and making time just for you.

Cities like New York and L.A. are apparently not the only places for celeb-spotting these days–next on the paparazzi-stalking list is your local spa. Serena Williams, the tennis star and sister to tennis player Venus Williams, has enrolled in a Palm Beach, Florida, program to become a certified nail technician, according to the New York Daily News.

This natural nail polish remover passes the sniff test. Brought to you by Vital Juice You jumped on the “3 Free” nail polish trend a long time ago. (Translation: Polish free of nasty chemicals toluene, DBP and formaldehyde.) But have you ever wondered what’s lurking in your polish remover? Unlike most on the market, A […]

Spas in the Windy City are gearing up for SpaFinder Deal Days next week. Starting March 8–14th, each spa will offer select treatments for $50. Deal Days spa treatments offered in these Chicago spas listed here will range from Acupuncture Sessions, Deep Pore Cleansing Facials, Laser Hair Removal, Mani/Pedis, Massages and more! Contact the spas […]

Already known for being a business-savvy city, home to international headquarters of The Coca-Cola Company, AT&T Mobility, and Delta Air Lines, Atlanta is also becoming a hotspot for the spa industry. Schedule a treatment at one of the spas gearing up for SpaFinder’s nationwide Deal Days event, March 8-14, and discover a soothing retreat from the vibrant cosmopolitan city. Indulge in pampering spa services—mani/pedis, facials, massage, and more—for just $50!

“Sorry. We are fully booked.” It’s surprising to me how often I hear this when I call a spa or stop in at a spa to see about booking a treatment. It happened to me twice today when I was trying to book a massage here in Freeport, Grand Bahama where I spent Easter weekend. […]