H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S
RELAXING ESCAPES
Treat yourself to a day of self-care and wellness at one of these luxury spas STORY BY KAMALA KIRK
COURTESY OF ONE SPA
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e lead such busy and stressful lives, and the pandemic has taken a toll on everyone, both physically and mentally. Investing in your own health and well-being is one of the most important things that you can do for yourself. Practicing regular self-care offers numerous benefits such as stress reduction and anxiety management, in addition to boosting immune health, improving productivity and increasing happiness. From massages and facials to acupuncture and more, there are many different ways that you can indulge in some muchneeded “me” time. We’ve rounded up some of the best spas on the Westside that offer therapeutic services in luxurious settings that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
ONE Spa.
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COURTESY OF BURKE WILLIAMS
• ONE Spa. The perfect location for a relaxing spa day, guests of ONE Spa at Shutters on the Beach enjoy uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean while pampering themselves with organic wellness rituals. Expertly trained therapists provide soothing massages, hydrating facials and nail services. Treatments to try include the Microcurrent Facial, which reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; the Deep Tissue Massage, a full-body therapy that reduces tension, smooths sore muscles, and increases circulation to promote total relaxation; as well as the Deluxe Tranquility Manicure or Pedicure, which include a mineral-rich foot soak, seaweed scrub, organic cuticle care, hot stones and reflexology foot massage. 1 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica; 310-587-1712; shuttersonthebeach.com
Burke WIlliams Santa Monica.
• Burke Williams. Founded in 1984 as the original urban day spa, Burke Williams draws inspiration from world-class European spas, combining the finest traditions with nourishing innovations that help you escape the stress of daily life. In addition to Santa Monica, there are multiple spa locations across California, as well as Simply Massage, a massage-only concept in Marina del Rey. Each Burke Williams spa has a large co-ed lounge for relaxing, separate spa amenities for men and women, quiet rooms, vanity areas stocked with self-care amenities, as well as whirlpools, steam rooms, dry saunas, cool misting rooms and private showers. Guests are treated to exceptional quality treatments offered by a team of dedicated, professional therapists including different massages and enhancements, facials and skin care, nail services, hydrotherapy and chiropractic services, which are available at most locations. Their popular memberships include unlimited additional services at member-only prices, product discounts, special member-only gifts and promotions, and other perks. 1358 4th St., Santa Monica; 310-587-3366; burkewilliams.com 22 PLAYA VISTA DIRECT | JUNE - JULY 2021 22 PLAYA VISTA DIRECT | JUNE - JULY 2021
Sea Wellness Spa.
• Sea Wellness Spa. Located at the iconic Hotel Casa del Mar, this eco-friendly spa combines the ultimate in anti-aging and hydrating skin care with de-stressing treatments like hot stone massage. The spa menu includes everything from Swedish massage and the rejuvenating HydraFacial to an Ocean Mineral Manicure that refreshes tired, travel worn hands. Spa guests can also lounge by the Palm Terrace pool that overlooks the ocean, sign up for daily fitness classes at the fitness center and have access to personal trainers, surf lessons, bike rentals, as well as yoga and meditation instructors that are available by appointment. 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica; 310-581-7767; hotelcasadelmar.com (Continued on page 24)
