Reading, MA Spa and Massage

The aestheticians at Forever Young Day Spa & Laser Center seamlessly integrate medical technology into treatments that balance both skin and body. To ensure that the journey toward hair-free limbs and winkle-free brows is safe and efficient, the team relies on FDA-cleared lasers and cosmetic injections. Meanwhile, nimble hands wield hair-fine acupuncture needles, deliver flowing effleurage strokes, and place hot stones with precision to reap both physical and mental benefits. Traditional facials deploy serums rich in botanically derived antioxidants and vitamins from skincare lines such as Credentials to empty pores and rejuvenate complexions. More advanced counterparts use low-level electrical and sonic frequencies to boost skin elasticity and rid the dermal surface of bacteria and pigmentation.

Voted Best of Citysearch in 2007 and 2008, Le Mani Day Spa’s award-winning face whisperers coax out radiance with custom skin treatments. Each 80-minute microdermabrasion facial begins with a personalized skin-type analysis, as technicians measure metrics including basic skin type before crafting a custom treatment regimen. Microdermabrasion buffs away dead skin cells and clingy luchador masks using tiny crystal jets, revealing fresher, younger layers of skin lurking under the surface. Along the way, steam treatments ease open pores, making way for the spa’s specialty serums to revitalize dry patches and protect surfaces from the summer sun’s wilting glare. A custom mask and moisturizer slake skin’s thirst, hydrating cells more easily than attempts to drink from the sprinkler.

Bellissima Salon & Spa’s staffers recognize that they wouldn’t be in business without their loyal core clientele. They try to demonstrate their appreciation during each salon and spa service they render. They back these services with high-quality products, such as OPI nail polish and PCA’s skincare line. Bellissima further proves its dedication to its clients by offering a satisfaction guarantee; should customers be unhappy with the outcome of their services or find any squirrels in their updos, they can return to the salon and have it fixed completely free of charge.

The wellness specialists at Ultimate Spa by Adela immerse clients in restorative treatments with body-, skin-, and nail-care services. The team works to target facial services for specific skin types, ensuring that each face receives proper exfoliation, hydration, and cleansing products. In addition to nourishing clients’ natural masks, the team performs body treatments such as reflexology, aromatherapy, and sea-mud therapy to help boost circulation and overall wellness. Waxing and massage-therapy services are also available to help clients remove unwanted hair or gain enough flexibility to fix the leak under the sink and finally stop swimming inside the house.

T-L-S—which represents the names of owners Tereza Pupeza, Luann Ferry-Smith, and Svetlana Kresel—embraces each partner's specialty of skincare, laser treatment, and massage to provide full-service pampering to clients using G.M. Collin products. Being named a recipient of Stuff Magazine's 2011 Beauty Awards may bring Tereza's talent to the public eye, but her more than 24 years of European and American experience shows upon the glowing skin of her clients. The licensed medical aesthetician received her first diploma in Russia before she gained more experience through a medical program at Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics.

Prior to joining T-L-S, registered electrologist, licensed aesthetician, and laser technician Luann honed her skills at Kelley's School of Electrology and through her work as founder of Ferry Electrolysis in Lexington. Now certified by the Candela and Cynosure laser companies, she safely removes unwanted hair through electrolysis, laser treatment, and the promise of a leisurely life on a five-star lint roller.

Trained by a former sports therapist to the Bruins, licensed massage therapist Svetlana eases away aches and tension with massage services customized for clients' individual needs. Svetlana, a former pediatric nurse from Russia, exploits her knowledge of human anatomy to soothe body and mind during massages that employ Russian, American, and Thai bodywork techniques.

Licensed skincare expert Lisa Demarco uses top-of-the-line products to reveal healthier skin, earning Beauty & Beyond a win in BestOfSurveys.com's Best Facial/Skin Care category in 2011. She employs marine-based Thalgo products in advanced treatments such as chemical peels and microdermabrasion treatments as well as facials, during which a steam machine quickly and gently opens pores or a neighbor's coupon mailouts. Demarco also specializes in makeup artistry, highlighting visages with Jane Iredale mineral makeup.

Cindy Bernstein of Reading-North Reading Patch noted that Beauty & Beyond is a destination for moms' nights out with mini facials, refreshments, and time to socialize. Bernstein referred to the spa outings as a "blissful journey."