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Metamorphosis
Day Spa
New York, NY

Special to Spa Index Media by
New York native Teri Goldberg, Freelance Writer
Submitted November 2004

"Let me say upfront: I’m not a spa aficionado — this was my fourth treatment at a day spa — and I am a very tough customer.   I visited Metamorphosis Day Spa in New York City in November 2004 for a massage and facial.   Most importantly, about the treatments— the massage with Julia was the best I’ve had yet.  The facial was good, but not great... ."   Read the rest of this Review

Bliss Spa
New York, NY

Reader Review by Natisha, Submitted April 2007 
Bliss Spa is exactly as it sounds. It was such a blissful experience, I can't recommend it enough. If you are a quiet person such as myself who enjoys their privacy, this is the spa to go to. The atmosphere is real quiet and comfortable. Cell phones and loud shoes are strictly prohibited. The manicure/pedicure/facial combo is supreme! It is so relaxing, you just feel so pampered. Everything is always clean. Trust me once you go "Bliss" you will never go to another spa again. Just to tell you how popular they are, you have to book months in advance (even for a simple manicure). They have two locations, E 57th between 5th and Madison Ave. in the LVMH Tower and one at 568 Broadway in the Armani Exchange Bldg. in the SOHO district. Many celebrities have raved about Bliss. This one is a must!

Dorit Baxter Day Spa
New York, NY

Reader Review by Erica B., Submitted September 2008
The spa accommodated a sweet-16 party of 6 girls and two of us accompanying them. They were very nice to create a spa package for the girls that was appropriate for teens and somewhat affordable. The space is quite small, but it is Midtown Manhattan. It was clean, nicely decorated, and they started our services on time. All of my guests seemed pleased with the services (massage, teen facial, mani/pedi) and the massage I had was with a man who was fantastic.

Eden Day Spa
New York, NY

Reader Review by Ellen G., Submitted July 2008
This was supposed to be a tranquil "spa day" as a surprise for my daughter's 18th birthday. We chose this spa because of the rave reviews it received on citysearch.  I've been to spas all over the country and this spa was my worst experience.  The services were concluded in less time than promised (e.g., the 85 minute facial was concluded in 65 minutes, and the 90 minute massage was approximately 65-70 minutes).

The treatment rooms were very cold and during my facial the technician left the room on several occasions, leaving the the door open. I could hear people talking and dishes clashing in the kitchen.  Crazy.  

I specifically requested lunch and the spa "forgot" to serve it to us.  The management at this spa was slow to respond, and, instead of the refund I asked for, they offered to repeat the services --  although they knew I lived in North Carolina and this was probably a once-only visit.  I would have even settled for a partial refund, and I made several additional attempts to contact the management by phone, fax and email, but they did not reply.  In fact, when I've called on several occasions (early in the morning) the people that answer the phone won't even take a message, they tell me I have to call back. I believe this is because they either don't understand English very well or don't want the burden of taking the many messages I've tried to leave.

Equinox, The Spa at
New York, NY 

Reader Review by L.K., Submitted August 2001
The atmosphere is quite nice, the pool clean and refreshing. Waiting area a bit small, though. The Microdermabrasion facial I had was nice and relaxing, however, the beautician promised great results in one session, and then recommended a series of six once I was done. If I'd known that, I would have had the plain facial I came in for. Talk about an up sell, $70 to $150, and she did not do an extraction of the clogged, blocked pores, which was the whole point.

FineLiving New York Ayurveda,
New York, NY

Reader Review by Priya B., Submitted February 2009
Though I have been to couple of fancy spas, I was ready and willing to try my luck at this Wellness Spa. My sister had been there before and she recommended this place for a facial and massage. To my surprise, though the place was small, it was a peaceful environment with great energy. I felt very calm and serene. As they follow Ayurvedic approach for the treatments, I was given two pages to fill for my so called Ayurvedic Constitution analysis. Then a very sweet therapist took me in the treatment room and started the facial - that was a great great facial. I have never felt so relaxed during a facial. She was very gentle and she also explained me the herbal products that she was using for my treatment. The massage was another lifetime experience. the warm herbal oils with essential oils were used for the massage. The head massage in the end was out of this world. I felt very special and I will say - a great experience!

Gkayskincare
New York, NY

Reader Review by John, Submitted July 2003
Fabulous place. You could not ask for a more informed skin care professional than (owner) Gail. Try the Chemical Peel. I never knew anything about peels before she recommended the Chemical Treatment, and I cannot believe how amazing my skin looks! It has a pearly white glow to it and the brown spots seem to have been minimized. I cannot wait for the next treatment. I also think it is extremely affordable. This the exact same treatment a dermatologist does except at a lower price.

Helena Rubinstein Beauty Gallery
New York, NY

Reader Review by L.K., Submitted August 2005
WOW! This SOHO spa is fabulous, all around. Clean, modern, sleek, great staff, fantastic massage, and upstairs, tons of goodies to sample/buy. Highly recommended.

Jin Soon Natural Hand and Foot Spa
New York, NY

Reader Review by Petrino, Submitted December 2002
Jin Soon is a very unique nail salon. I loved my pedicure! A MUST do in NY!

Mario Badescu
New York, NY

Reader Review by L.K., Submitted August 2005
One word - AWFUL! I felt lured in by the offer of free samples of the product line, and opted for a facial.  First, the treatment "rooms"  are just tiny curtained-off areas, and not luxurious at all.  Second, the beautician came in, slathered some goo on my face, and left to sit in the tiny corridor and talk LOUDLY with the other esthetician. She repeated this for an hour - smear, leave, wipe, leave, smear, leave - I was very annoyed.  Finally, once my "facial" was done, she proceeded to send me to a "consultant" who tried to sell me hundreds of dollars of products.  When I asked to try the offered samples, she responded "Samples aren't going to clear up that skin, you need to start a regimen NOW!"   I won't go back.

Reader Review by D.M., September 2006
Mario Badescu is not the kind of Spa you go to relax -- it's where you go to look great!  Yes, the place is somewhat loud, the people at the front desk are a little abrupt, and the rooms are a little small. And, when you go, the waiting room will most likely be packed -- that's because Mario Badescu knows skin care. I have gone to several dermatologists and they were never able to get my skin as flawless as the esthetician at MB has.  I am devoted and go once a month.

Stone Spa
New York, NY

Reader Review by Karen B., Submitted February 2003
Very disappointed in this spa.  I had high expectations since it was advertised as new and improved from its old space.  The atmosphere was very cold and I was not greeted or made comfortable when I arrived.  I thought there were going to be waterfalls flowing through the lobby.  The spa room was so small that all the products were knocked over by the esthetician and she couldn't fit around the table.  A baby was crying the entire time I was there, trying to relax. The signature facial was nice with the hot stones but there were no extractions or any neck massaging.  On a 1-10 scale a 5.  It was certainly not a $125.00 facial.

Follow-up:  Spa Index attempted contacted the spa and the spa apologized.  A regular guest brought an infant and the spa was reluctant to reschedule the regular, but acknowledged it created additional noise in the spa.  The spa indicated that the type of facial requested was given in accordance with the description in the menu. The space is small and renovation and design was still underway.

ROCHESTER

Scott Miller Salon, Rochester, NY

Reader Review by Elizabeth A., Submitted January 2009
The facility is a full service salon and spa. It is impeccably kept, all the staff are courteous and although it is not overly extravagant, it is attractively decorated. My most recent visit was for a massage. They provided me with herbal tea, a very nice waffle texture robe and a locker in the well-appointed locker room. The massage room was small but the temperature was perfect and the table was heated. I was in for just a basic therapeutic massage. The masseuse was friendly, courteous and STRONG which is very important to me because my shoulders require it. By the end of the massage I was warm, melty putty. In the teak-lined shower I took advantage of the lovely scented soaps and left the salon relaxed and refreshed but not completely broke. I even got a free makeup touch up on my way out. I can't wait to go back!

SYOSSET

MedVisage Spa
Syosset, NY

Reader Review by Sam W., Submitted July 2008
Myself being an avid spa goer, I was very pleased when I decided to take a friend's recommendation to visit an esthetician at MedVisage Spa. The one on one experience can absolutely not be beat. As soon as you walk up to the spa you are greeted by a beautiful serene garden in which you may sit and relax on a bench that's perched up under a tree. When you walk into the spa you are the center of attention for start to finish. The room in which you have your facial in is very warm and inviting, the bed soft and warm. The products were by YonKa. The scent of these products was very indulging. I walked out of the spa after the most amazing facial feeling like a million bucks.

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