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A habitat with an attitude is a great way to describe this warm, welcoming spa. It's the perfect amount of hip - so you know you won't come out looking like your seventh-grade picture - blended with an earthy sincerity, evidenced by the generous use of Aveda products. The 8,000-square-foot building near the Ballard Locks houses a spunky hair and nail business on the first floor. Upstairs, it's all low lights and soothing tea for bodywork such as massage, facials, waxing, masks and scrubs. You can also pop in for a turn in the sauna or "rainforest shower," should the mood strike. And if you'd like to share the love, no problem: Massage therapists can accommodate two or four people in a room.

TIP: The Web site offers specials, such as buy-one-get-one-free for products. If you flip through the online newsletter, you can also find a clipable coupon for deep discounts.

By Vanessa McGrady
Special to NWsource