LIFESTYLE
 The
holidays are almost upon us—a time of the year that,
for some of us, can be more stressful and harried than joyful
and relaxed. Right now, you’re probably juggling your
normal day-to-day activities with holiday shopping and planning
gatherings (as if you didn’t have enough to do already!).
All those extra tasks, no matter how “fun” they’re
supposed to be, can add up to some major headaches if you
don’t take a breather once in a while. So in the midst
of picking out those perfect gifts, take the time to give
yourself a little something!
We’ve compiled a list
of some local spas—off-Strip alternatives to those packed
and pricey tourist destinations—that are offering some
fantastic holiday specials. Take advantage and tell ‘em
E RealEstateExec sent you. (And while you’re at it,
remember that spa certificates are never a bad gift idea!)
Pure Liquid Skin
Studio
From facials to wraps to hot stone therapy to scrubs, Pure
Liquid Skin Studio can put a festive glow on your face—or
anywhere else you’ve got skin. They use an extensive
selection of marine-based products which nourish, balance
and hydrate the skin, and a range of treatments to suit every
imaginable skin type and problem. If you’re a first-time
client, purchase a one-hour facial and receive a free eyebrow
wax (a $15 value), valid from November 1 through December
31, 2007.
2411 West Horizon Ridge, Suite 120
(702) 228-1110; http://www.pureliquidskinstudio.com
 Hypnotic
Salon and Spa
The upscale Hypnotic is renowned for its fabulous work with
hair—after all, it's a Paul Mitchell Focus Salon—but
its services don’t stop there. In addition to your ‘do,’
gussy up for a holiday party with a wax, a facial and a manicure.
Beginning November 5 and running through December 25, 2007,
you can get a basic facial for $55, a single-process color
and cut for $145, and a double-process color and cut for $175.
750 South Rampart Blvd., Suite 8
(702) 562-4438; http://www.hypnoticsalon.com
Caribbean Day Spa
Specializing in holistic treatments, Caribbean Day Spa has
a ton of seasonal specials on treatments your body will love.
For example, for just $49, you can choose between a 45-minute
Swedish massage, a green tea body wrap, or an aroma foot treatment,
or you can sink that $49 into a microdermabrasion treatment
(normally $99) with the purchase of a facial. There’s
also the $99 Green Tea Spa Package: a 90-minute bliss-fest
consisting of a green tea sugar scrub, a warm face, head,
and body massage, and a cup of green tea to sip. With any
facial, you’ll receive a free product kit containing
a microdermabrasion scrub, vitamin C cleanser, and hydrating
moisturizer. Or treat your honey to a $140 “couples
retreat”—two 60-minute Swedish massages. Once
your spa needs have been catered to, enjoy a free cut with
any color service, and one month of unlimited tanning in their
VHR beds for $19.99. All these specials run until January
15, 2008.
5081 North Rainbow, Suite 101
(702) 395-8826; http://www.caribbeandayspa.com
 Enchantment
Day Spa
Touted as the “ultimate sensory experience,” Enchantment
Day Spa incorporates warm towels, aromatherapy and trigger
point stones—free of charge—into their treatments.
They specialize in therapeutic massage, body treatments, facials
and waxing, but don’t include hair or nail services
in order to avoid filling the atmosphere with harsh aromas—a
nice touch for sensitive noses. Through November 30, enjoy
a $50 one-hour Euro Facial (normally $65), 10 percent off
all massages, and 10 percent off all products sold in the
spa.
4588 North Rancho Drive, Suite 12
(702) 228-3758; http://www.enchantmentdayspa.com
Zen Skin Salon
and Spa
The brand new Zen Skin Salon and Spa lives up to its name,
taking a holistic approach to total well-being. The house
specialty is organic and “chirally”-correct facials,
designed to soothe a variety of skin problems. But the comprehensive
spa menu also includes favorites such as organic body wraps,
waxing, tinting, makeup, and hair and nail care services.
All facial clients take home samples of skincare products
specially geared toward their skin type. For Zen Skin’s
grand opening this month, they’re offering 20 percent
off facials or body wraps, and 20 percent off brow or lash
tinting. And if you purchase five facials or corrective peels,
you get the sixth for free.
5435 South Fort Apache, #104
(702) 463-1265; http://www.zenskinsalon.com
 Angel’s
Touch Spa
At Angel’s Touch, you might just feel like you’ve
died and gone to heaven. Their spa menu consists of a wide
variety of different massages (some up to 115 minutes!), luxurious
treatments such as the crushed pearl body scrub and the salt
glow with steam, and salon services such as waxing, perms,
colors and cuts. But there are also a few offerings you may
not find at a traditional spa, such as colonics, endermology
treatments and laser hair removal. Through November, guests
who purchase a facial will receive a free gift from Chella—one
of the spa’s premiere skincare lines—a $25 value.
In December, purchase any S-Solutions facial (an exclusive
anti-aging facial) and get a $20 gift certificate toward the
purchase of any S-Solutions anti-aging skincare.
8630 South Eastern Avenue
(702) 896-8811; http://www.angelstouchspa.com
When you’re the
shopper, the planner and the host in addition to your normal
duties—and expected to remain cheerful throughout—you’re
more than entitled to a pick-me-up. So take a breather from
wrapping those gifts, and wrap yourself in comfort (and seaweed);
it’s a surefire recipe for a much happier holiday.
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