Waiting To Escape, Rockland

When Millie Mendez enrolled at Spa Tech Institute, she quickly learned that facials, waxing, and make-up applications offered a lot more than just aesthetic benefits. These services had an almost magical effect on clients, helping them relax and escape from the stresses of their everyday lives. To continue down this path, Ms. Mendez studied massage therapy, and when it was time to go into business for herself, she named her spa Waiting To Escape. Here, Ms. Mendez treats her clients to services in both aesthetics and massage. And the latter's benefits go well beyond relaxation—helping increase circulation, alleviate pain, and decrease anxiety.