5 Facials (and More) for Fall

With the summer officially over (sorry for the reminder), it's a great time to assess skin voracity and consider getting "some work" done before cool temperatures come. Switching moisturizers will help as wintery dry skin sets in, but not much is quite as rejuvenating as a trip to the spa. From refreshing facials and foot treatments to being surrounded by chocolate scents, EDGE offers up some of the coolest services to fulfill (soon to be) wintery blue needs.

One Step at a Time
Too many foot miles with little to no upkeep? The Spell at LUSH works magic on feet. The treatment includes a foot soak, scrub and massage. LUSH therapists use reflex points to "treat" the body and induce relaxation. There is also a scalp massage included with this service. Each LUSH treatment has a dedicated song by UK folk musician Simon Emmerson. Still need extra mood setting? Rooms are decked out with lights that coordinate with each treatment.

The Spell at LUSH Spa - NYC & Philadelphia
783 Lexington Ave at East 61st New York, NY 10065
212.207.8151
2nd floor of 1525 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19102
215.546.5874
The Spell
60 minutes $120

A Second Cup, Please

Looking to stimulate and energize the mind? The Seattle Coffee Scrub at Elaia Spa incorporates one of America's favorite beans with Dead Sea salt, sweet almond, coconut and avocado oil, and cinnamon to rejuvenate the body and mind. The cinnamon and natural oils work to soften the skin as the coffee beans, almond and salt combine to create an amazing exfoliating environment on the skin. Coffee, a natural stimulant, also improves microcirculation, reduces swelling, flushes away toxin and delivers oxygen and nutrient-rich blood to the surface of the skin. If drinking coffee isn't enough, why not try it on your skin, too?

Seattle Coffee Scrub at Elaia Spa - Seattle Washington
1635 8th Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98101
206.676.4500
The Seattle Coffee Scrub
60 minutes $140

Washing Away That Achy Feeling

This is a whole body experience. First, an herbal salt scrub is used to exfoliate the skin before a full body massage. Next, a deeply hydrating aromatic hair mask to restore shine follows a scalp massage. After the hair is conditioned, experience a Thaigo Hydra-Moisture Source facial meant to improve skin texture. After the facial, a warm water soak infused with essential oils purifies hands and feet as they're massaged. In Chinese, Chuan means flowing water and the Chuan Spa incorporates this concept into its treatments. This whole body experience concludes with a water-based soak inline with the spa's ideals on body equilibrium via water therapy.

Chuan Eternity at Chuan Spa at the Langham - Chicago, Illinois
330 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
312.923.7650
Chuan Eternity
4 hours Weekday $540 Weekend $575

How Sweet Is This?

This spa is a bit off the EDGE beaten path; Hershey is about 95 miles from our Philadelphia local portal, but the treatments are worth the trip. For all of the chocolate enthusiasts out there, The Spa at the Hershey Hotel has a tasty selection of chocolate treatments. And, yes, that's the same Hershey as Hershey chocolate bars. Get a Cocoa Massage and be surrounded by chocolate scented massage oil while being rubbed in a classic Swedish method. Want something more potent? Try the Whiskey Facial because who doesn't love whiskey with his chocolate? This treatment starts by taking a shot of whiskey, then skin cleansing and exfoliation (with the help of a malt extract) followed by moisturizing. Clients enjoy a face, neck and shoulder massage and an anti-aging mask with this treatment.

Cocoa and Whiskey Treatments at The Spa at the Hershey Hotel - Hershey, Pennsylvania
100 Hotel Road Hershey, PA 19033
717.520.5888
Cocoa Massage
50 minutes $125-195
Whiskey Facial
50 minutes $150-155

Puttin' On The Ritz

Known for its luxury skin care products, the La Prairie brand also has namesake spas around the world. At the NYC location gentleman can indulge with the signature facial. It doesn't matter if skin is thirsty, congested, sluggish or sensitive; a La Prairie esthetician customizes the treatment for every client. Traveling to the Sunshine State? There are La Prairie counters throughout the United States that offer complimentary men's facials including the La Prairie counter at Saks Fifth Avenue Orlando, Fl. (8001 South Orange Blossom Trail). Call 407-812-4500 to schedule a 50-60 minute appointment.

Gentleman's Facial at La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton Spa - Central Park
50 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019
212.521.6135
La Prairie Gentleman's Facial
60-90 minutes $225-300