Daily Find
While the ancient Greeks celebrated Mother's Day thousands of years ago, dads didn't have their own holiday until Father's Day was first celebrated in 1908. Despite the slow start, the Hallmark holiday now manages to provide children of all ages that same sense of dread at having to purchase a gift for someone who has everything -- or who can afford to buy himself something better than you can.
By Natalie Bow | June 6, 2007
Daily Find
Salon Dewi owner Travis Powell is a waxing expert and a questioning sort. He asks, "Why just celebrate fathers?" So this month he's offering special spa services for all men. You can give the gift of relaxation to the men in your life who've made a difference.
By Kathy Schultz | June 4, 2007
Daily Find
Spa Scotta, a 2004 People's Pick, has had a mini-facelift. This University Village spa has remodeled, added new services and beefed-up the boutique with more girl-goodies.
By Kathy Schultz | April 11, 2007
Seattle Style File
My New Year's resolutions inevitably revolve around something to do with my body, starting with the universal top three: lose weight, exercise more, eat better. But these require more effort on my part and delaying immediate gratification. That's why I add new beauty products and spa treatments to my list. You, too, can be resolute -- make an appointment for a facial today or buy yourself a new moisturizer. Here's what's new on the spa scene to start the year off right.
By Kathy Schultz | January 5, 2007
Daily Find
Disappointed by the news that her favorite Queen Anne spa was closing, Suzanne Buchanan did what any spa-loving general contractor would do -- she opened her own spa, named it after her favorite aesthetician Elin Blix, and hired her.
By Kathy Schultz | January 4, 2007
Seattle Style File
Owner/esthetician Danielle DeCanti provides a broad array of services, and her upbeat attitude and punky charm are half the reason to visit Helle.
By Geoff Carter | November 1, 2006
Convergence Zone
Appointments are filling up for discounted massages and facials during Spa Week, Sept 18-24. This is the first year Seattle has participated in the national event, which invites spas to offer high-end services for a flat fee of $50. An East Coast public relations firm started the promotion in 2004 to attract new customers for its clients in New York, and it's grown to include 10 major cities.
By Katherine Sather | August 25, 2006
Convergence Zone
The stylish spa is situated among the rapidly developing condos on Capitol Hill, toward the east end of the Pike-Pine corridor. Though it's on the small side, the spa’s clever design and architectural details create a feeling of spaciousness. An outdoor private patio is perfect for parties or drying painted toenails on nice days. The decor features energetic shades of aqua, white, red, and dark brown wood. Circular patterns show up in fabrics, chairs and bubble lights. There are two treatment rooms, five side-by-side manicure stations and four adjacent pedicure chairs, providing opportunities for chatting and meeting others. It reflects the shift from punky, partying neighborhood to sophisticated in-city living around this part of the Hill.
By Kathy Schultz | August 23, 2006
Having a hard time keeping up with the booming beauty industry, new treatments and spas? Well, you just sit back, relax and read. I've done all the footwork for you (for which I'll be justly rewarded with a foot massage), have spent time worrying that I've covered everything (now I need Botox), and have stayed up late writing this piece (so I'll de-stress with a relaxing facial and massage). Enjoy!
By Kathy Schultz | July 26, 2006
