Though located at the heart of the Lougheed Town Centre, Merle Norman Spa could not be further removed in spirit from the bustling foot traffic just outside its doors. One of the nearly 2,000 independent stores thoughout North America that have opened under the Merle Norman Cosmetics name since its inception in 1931, the studio carries a line of skincare and cosmetic products designed and created by the brand’s research team in Los Angeles. The studio’s team of experienced aestheticians takes full advantage of these exclusive products during spa services that include facials, massages, waxing, and painting nails with detailed instructions for how to wash one’s hands.