Poquoson, VA Spa and Massage

Slither into the spa to remove your outer layer of dead skin cells before summer blasts its hairdryer across the land, and discover why microdermabrasion is such a popular method of skin exfoliation. Your customized facial will reduce hyperpigmentation, refine and purify the skin, and reduce wrinkles and scars. Each procedure is completely customized to your skin type and even asks if you want room for cream and sugar. Leave with your skin feeling softer, looking smoother, and garnering compliments from smooth-talking tortoises.

“I don’t fall asleep⎯though many people do⎯but I am relaxed. I lie there, my thoughts drifting from the to-do list of life and, then, naturally, to space,” says Mike Gruss of the Virginian-Pilot, who stepped into one of Float First’s pods for the first time in January 2012. “I am the John Glenn of the suburban relaxation frontier.” The sense of antigravity Gruss describes in his piece is a common one. It occurs in part because the water inside each 8'x5' i-sopod is heated to skin temperature, which makes it hard to tell where the water ends and one's body begins. Of course, the ability to float effortlessly also aids in creating this sensation. More than 1,000 pounds of Epsom salt combines with 10 inches of water inside each pod, a ratio that helps any man, woman, or unplugged mini fridge to float. Each float session⎯which can be conducted with the capsule’s lid closed or open, in case patrons are concerned about experiencing claustrophobia⎯is meant to imbue a deep sense of relaxation in clients, as the tank deprives all senses of stimulation. Aside from making guests feel lighter than air, the soothing session also boasts benefits such as improved sleep quality and faster recovery from muscle injuries.

The carefully curated staff at Dakota M Salon & Spa boasts 30 years of collective experience in a variety of services. They perform skincare, makeup, nails, and haircare treatments in a laid-back, beachy interior marked by teal accents and lush houseplants. The team guides clients to cozy styling chairs and refreshes them with complimentary offerings, including free beverages and advice on how to properly thank someone for a free beverage.

The aestheticians of All About You Studio & Spa sustain beauty with an expansive selection of treatments that rely upon both natural therapies and modern technologies. In the private mud bath, patrons settle into Golden Moor mud, and the technicians’ licenses displayed on the wall of the laser room comfort clients about to break ties with body hair, tattoos, or tattoos of body hair. Esthederm products fuel each facial, encouraging skin’s latent beauty by working with its unique cellular makeup.

At Celestial Rain Massage & Wellness, Ebony Williams-Poindexter, a licensed massage therapist, and LaToya Bermudez, a personal coach, help clients to achieve happier, healthier lives. According to her profile, Williams-Poindexter aims "to break the cycle of stress that causes pain and ailments in the body" by administering services such as qi gong massage, an ancient Chinese practice that circulates internal energy. Williams-Poindexter gives massages at Celestial Rain Massage & Wellness but will also travel to client's homes or tree forts for an additional fee. Bermudez's stated goal is "to help her clients make a plan of action to turn their dreams into realities." Upon request, Bermudez will pray for clients to help them to meet their spiritual and emotional needs. She also fosters healthier lifestyles with fitness, weight-loss, and personal-development plans.

Hilson Beauty Salon's licensed stylists and knowledgeable nail techs meticulously pamper exteriors with mani-pedis, stylish cuts, and silkifying conditioning treatments. As the stylists trim locks, they educate patrons on ways to style their new look and the most effective methods for counseling split ends into reconciling. During pedicures, guests recline on a massage chair as their toes luxuriate in a frothy soak before an expert aesthetician exfoliates calluses and dry skin with a scrub. Once they've groomed and hydrated cuticles, they'll prime digit canvases with a colorful application of chip-free Shellac or OPI polish before adorning them with nail art that is as elegant as a sculpture of Emily Post made from roofing spikes.