Ultimate Spa Guide

SPA
BY JUDY KOUTSKY
T HE U LT I M AT E
G U I DE
WE FOUND THE BEST
SPAS IN BERGEN COUNTY SO
YOU CAN GET PAMPERED THIS
VALENTINE’S DAY—AND BEYOND
I
t used to be that going for a spa treatment once a
year—for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries or holidays—was considered extravagant. Now, people
realize that getting regular spa treatments isn’t a luxury, but
an important adjunct to good health. The benefits of massages (soothing your aching muscles and releasing toxins), facials (clearing your pores and hydrating your skin)
and medical treatments (removing those unsightly spider
veins) have helped bring spas growing acceptance. In
fact, some insurance plans even cover massage and some
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ACTIVE CENTER
FOR HEALTH
& WELLNESS
25 Prospect Ave.
Hackensack, 201.487.4600
activecenter forhealthand
wellness.com
MORE THAN A PRETTY
FACE At the Active Center
for Health and Wellness,
it’s not just about getting
facials, manis and pedis—it’s
about feeling good on the
inside and out. The team of
experts, including medical
doctors, registered dietitians,
personal trainers, skin care
experts, acupuncturists,
massage therapists and
wellness coaches, will create
a personalized program to
assure a healthier you.
It’s all about wellness, vitality
and longevity.
AGELESS BEAUTY SPA
300 Sylvan Ave.
Englewood Cliffs, 201.906.5678
agelessbeautyspa.com
DON’T LOOK YOUR AGE At
the Ageless Beauty Spa, the
focus is on customized antiaging treatments, so you’ll be
sure to look the youngest in
of the dermatologic options. Plus, the stress relief you’ll get
from regular pampering trips to your favorite spa is hard to match.
You spend your days balancing work, family and obligations—
you deserve a little R and R.
We picked the best spas of Bergen County—specializing in
everything from basics such as massages and facials to the
unusual, like belly casts (for expectant moms) and photorejuvenation (to even out skin tones). So book a sitter, put work on hold
and treat yourself to a day of bliss. (And with Valentine’s Day right
around the corner, be sure to ask about specials.)
your group of gal pals. From
European deep-cleansing
facials to chemical exfoliation,
microdermabrasion and
photo facials, these treatments will erase fine lines,
wrinkles and age spots,
leaving you with youthful
and supple skin.
ARAYA REBIRTH
10 Garber Square
Ridgewood, 201.445.7005
araya-rebirth.com
FACE FIRST This tranquil
Ridgewood spa offers
massage, hair removal
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and makeup application,
but they’ve really made a
name for themselves with
their extensive facial and
skin care ser vices. The
latest option? The Collagen
Hyaluronic Splendor Facial,
targeting the effects of aging.
You’ll start with a mineral
ex foliation with volcanic
rock and salicylic acid, then
a wrinkle-filling hyaluronic
serum is applied. Finally, a
collagen-lifting mask plumps
and repairs. Voilà! More
youthful-looking skin.
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BUST CELLULITE The
SIMPLY FACE &
BODY
39 Interstate Shopping Center
Ramsey, 201.236.2550
simplyfaceandbody.com
PRICED RIGHT At
Simply Face and Body,
your first facial or
massage is only $49
(which is $79 off the
regular price). Who
doesn’t love a deal
like that? Their motto
is “spa-going made
simple because life often
isn’t.” We agree with
that, and we love their
simple menu focusing on
massages, facials and
waxing. Wellness is not
a luxury here, but simply
a necessity—and an
affordable one at that.
BEAURA SPA AT
PARKER CENTER
122 E. Ridgewood Ave.
Paramus, 201.967.1756
parkercenterspa.net
LEAVING BEAUTY TO
THE EXPERTS Long
lashes are a must for most
women, and at Beaura
Spa, that wish becomes
a reality. They use Latisse,
a product that actually
increases the growth of
lashes so they become
longer, thicker and darker.
Another of their specialties
is photorejuvenation—a
way to even out pigmentation due to skin damage,
brown spots and broken
capillaries. Treatments
are performed under the
medical direction of Paul
M. Parker, M.D. Of course,
regular massages and
facials are also offered.
THE BEAUTY SPA
ENGLEWOOD
363 Grand Ave.
Englewood, 201.567.6020
thebeautyspa.com
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Beauty Spa combines
medical science with
beauty to provide services
such as Endermologie,
an FDA-approved, 45minute treatment that
reduces the appearance
of cellulite. Or feel like
a star with their signature
offering, the Cleopatra
Body Treatment, which
starts with a polish made
of ground almonds,
honey, yogurt and milk.
Your face is then treated
to a pressure-point
massage, and a fresh fruit
or vegetable masque is
applied for smooth, soft skin.
BEYOND DAY SPA
20 Prospect Ave.
Hackensack, 201.996.4500
humc.com/beyond
TRADITIONAL
PRACTICES MEET
MODERN TRENDS
Beyond Spa is a tranquil
environment where ancient
massage techniques are
combined with modern
medicine for stellar results.
They take a therapeutic
approach to beauty,
health and wellness,
offering everything from
Botox to traditional facials
and massages. Beyond
even has a traditional Tea
Garden where you can
relax before and after
treatments. This winter,
try the Vitamin C Facial,
which uses a Vitamin C
formulation designed to
improve the appearance
of skin while enhancing
collagen growth and
repairing cell damage.
CHRISTINE VALMY
SALON & DAY SPA
335 Johnson Ave.
River Edge, 201.488.3335
cvdayspa.com
FOREIGN APPEAL
French women look
fabulous, and you can too
with the French Green Sea
Clay Body Treatment at
Christine Valmy. The clay is
a blend of natural minerals,
and it rids the body of
toxins and impurities and
absorbs excess oil. After
the warm clay is applied,
you are wrapped in a
heated blanket. Once the
clay is removed, a creamy
emulsion of seaweed
extracts is massaged into
the skin. You’ll feel très bien!
DE BEAUTÉ GRAND
SALON & DAY SPA
103 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
Montvale, 201.802.9777
debeautedayspa.com
ALL IN A NAME At De
Beauté Grand Salon &
Day Spa, top-notch
estheticians, massage
therapists, hair stylists
and nail technicians use
only the highest-quality
products, including
Kerastase, Jane Iredale,
Rene Furterer, Wella
and Yon-Ka Paris. From
great brand names to
dedicated service, you
can’t go wrong here.
EDAMAME SPA,
DESTINATION
MATERNITY
65 East Rt. 4 West
Paramus, 201.843.5895
destinationmaternity.com
HOT MAMA! Nobody
needs a massage more
than a pregnant woman,
and the signature
Mom-to-Be Massage
relieves tension in areas
moms feel it most:
lower back, hips and
feet. Their unique illipe
butter cream smells
great and is a wonderful
moisturizer. If your skin
is giving you problems,
book the Absolute
Pearl Facial, which uses
real crushed pearl
powder. Botanicals such
as mulberry, licorice and
lemon fight the effects
of hormonal imbalance
found in pregnancy.
BEAU MONDE SALON & SPA
282 Grand Ave., Englewood, 201.568.6898
salonbeaumonde.net
SOMETHING SPECIAL At Salon Beau Monde
you can certainly book the standard massages,
but why not try a little something different? Our
two favorite treatments are the Hot Stone and
the Raindrop Therapy. The Hot Stone Massage
aims to open and balance the seven chakras
by placing warm stones in targeted areas. As
the heat penetrates the skin and muscles, toxins
are released. In the
Raindrop massage, nine
essential oils are drizzled
onto your spine, back
and feet like raindrops,
followed by gentle
massage in these areas.
THE FOUNTAIN
SPA
Rte. 17 N. at Franklin Tnpk.
Ramsey, 201.327.5155
The Shops at Riverside
Rte. 4, Hackensack
201.327.5155
fountaindayspa.com
SOMETHING FOR
EVERYONE A bubbling
fountain, soft music, a
fluffy robe—get ready
for some serious
pampering at The
Fountain Spa. They
offer myriad salon
and spa treatments
targeting men, women
and teens. Make a
day of it and taste their
delicious and nutritious
spa cuisine in the
privacy of the Tranquility
Room. Be warned—
you might never leave.
EDGEWATER
COSMETIC CENTER
& MEDICAL SPA
115 River Rd.
Edgewater, 201.313.8899
edgewatermedspa.com
BEAUTY BLEMISHES
BE GONE
For medical, surgical
and laser treatments,
Edgewater Cosmetic
Center & Medical Spa
is the place to be. They
offer everything from laser
tattoo removal, Botox
injections and mole and
spider-vein removal to
laser skin tightening and
cosmetic eyelid and
skin surgery. T.G. Khan,
D.O., and his staff of
helpful professionals will
simply eliminate your
imperfections.
ELIZABETH ROCHE
MD MED SPA
577 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
Woodcliff Lake, 201.505.1020
elizabethrochemedspa.com
FEEL YOUNGER BY
LOOKING YOUNGER
At Elizabeth Roche,
they offer a full range
of noninvasive, skin
care treatments and
procedures to help
you look and feel more
youthful. From dermal
fillers and chemical peels
to spider-vein removal,
they provide a host of
medispa services. They
also have treatment
options for those suffering
from rosacea, when skin
appears red and flushed.
THE GYM
20 Nordhoff Place
Englewood, 201.567.9394
2 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
Montvale, 201.802.9399
gettothegym.com
NO EXCUSES After
working out at The Gym,
SKINPLICITY
let your skin enjoy some
pampering. We like
the “Back Facial,” which
is popular with both men
and women. Unclog
pores through extractions
and deep cleansing,
followed by a light hot
stone massage and
a therapeutic mask. It
feels like a facial and a
massage rolled into one.
KARMA ORGANIC SPA
32 Wilsey Square
Ridgewood, 201.857.5300
karmaorganicspa.com
THINK GREEN
Eco-friendly spa goers
will love Karma Organic
Spa’s organic manicures,
pedicures, waxes,
massages and facials.
They use their own line
of non-toxic polishes,
organic scrubs, lotions
and eco-friendly essential
oils—all made without
any harsh chemicals.
Plus, you can buy their
products, so you can be
environmentally friendly
while pampering yourself
at home. Being green
never felt this good!
LE GRAND SALON
& SPA
386 Franklin Ave.
Wyckoff, 201.847.7727
skinplicityllc.com
302 Broadway
Hillsdale, 201.664.9400
legrandsalonandspa.com
LUCKY STAR
SPA STAYCATION
Specializing in skin
treatments, this spa
offers facials and skin
therapies to those
who are serious about
looking good. Try
the O2 Rejuvenation
Infusion Therapy, in
which special serums
are infused with
compressed oxygen,
delivering immediate
results by moisturizing
the skin. The result?
Skin looks years
younger. Plus, the
owner was trained by
Madonna’s personal
esthetician. That’s good
enough for us!
Le Grand Salon & Spa
specializes in melting
the stress away with
their Caribbean Paradise
spa package. Relax
as you float on warm
water pillows and enjoy
a soothing Aveda eye
treatment, then indulge
in a steam shower
followed by a full body
polish. Want a quicker
retreat? Choose one of
several Aveda facials or
a customized massage.
MASSAGE ENVY
Multiple locations
massageenvy.com
VARIETY IS THE SPICE
OF LIFE With several
locations throughout
New Jersey, Massage
Envy Spa has something
for everyone. Pregnant
women can savor
CGI HOLISTIC
FITNESS CENTER
A hot and cold contrast
bath at CGI Holistic
Fitness Center
111 Homans Ave.
Closter, 201.784.5575
cgifitness.com
BEAUTY AND BRAWN
CGI Holistic Fitness will
not only relax you with
massages and standard
spa fare, but with a
strong health and fitness
component, it will also
help you whip your body
into shape. Choose from
energy yoga, personal
training programs,
swimming classes and
holistic healing therapy to
get a full mind and body
makeover.
a relaxing prenatal
massage, while older
folks can enjoy the
benefits of a geriatric
treatment. Those with
muscular ailments can
find relief in trigger
point massage therapy.
Of course, the spa
offers the standard
favorites such as sports,
deep-tissue, hot
stone and Swedish
massages, plus facials.
M.D. AESTHETICS
MEDI SPA &
LASER CENTER
10 Fairview Avenue
Westwood, 201.358.2922
mymdaesthetics.com
LOOKING BETTER
WITHOUT SURGERY
At M.D. Aesthetics,
a popular treatment
option is the NonSurgical Face Lift. The
procedure involves using
Botox around the eyes
and dermal fillers in the
middle and lower face,
especially around the
jowl area, with the final
step being laser skin
resurfacing to smooth
and tighten the skin all
over. A variety of other
treatments are offered
under the guidance of
Michael Macri, M.D.
THE MEDICAL SPA
AT THE BRESLOW
CENTER FOR
PLASTIC SURGERY
One West Ridgewood Avenue,
Suite 110
Paramus, 201.444.9522
breslowmd.com/
medical-spa-paramus
MAKEUP THAT LASTS
Gary D. Breslow, M.D.,
oversees the non-surgical
treatments at the Breslow
Center Medical Spa.
Options include microdermabrasion, chemical
peels, photorejuvenation,
skin tightening and
acne treatments. They
even offer a permanent
makeup treatment for
eyes and lips. If you want
your basic facial, you
can get that here too.
T H E U LT I M AT E S PA G U I D E
and leave you feeling
rejuvenated and relaxed.
Choose from a wide array
of facials, massages,
manicures and pedicures.
KOI SPA
42 The Promenade
Edgewater, 201.943.6700
koispa.com
EAST MEETS WEST
Beautiful waterfront
views set the stage for
luxurious relaxation at
Koi Spa, where Eastern
meditation meets
Western pampering.
Inspired by the serenity
of koi ponds found in
Japanese gardens, this
tranquil spa offers a host
of amenities, including
saunas, steam rooms
and super-luxe tranquility
rooms. For a real treat,
make sure to sample the
Koi hydrotherapy bath.
MEZZALUNA DAY SPA
333 Broaddway
Westwood, 201.666.6632
mezzalunadayspa.com
HEALING HANDS This
Southwestern décorthemed spa offers unique
options such as the
Peppermint Sea Twist,
a body treatment that
combines peppermint
oil with freshly harvested
seaweed to stimulate,
rejuvenate and purify
PANICO
SALON & SPA
144 E. Ridgewood Ave.
Ridgewood, 201.652.4515
393 Kinderkamack Rd.
Oradell, 201.265.1765
763 Bloomfield Ave.
West Caldwell, 973.364.9600
panico.com
ROCKING THE FAMILY
BUSINESS As owners
A hydrotherapy
bath at Koi Spa
the skin. It improves
circulation, making it an
ideal treatment for people
with sore, aching muscles
and those suffering from
water retention. We also
like the Honey Oatmeal
Wrap, which combines
honey, almonds, oatmeal
and a fresh buttermilk
blend—a mixture said to
help prevent wrinkles and
hydrate the skin.
PAMPER &
POLISH DAY SPA
116 Broadway
Woodcliff Lake, 201.782.0277
pamperandpolishdayspa.com
QUEEN FOR A DAY
Located in a luxurious
Victorian home, Pamper
and Polish Day Spa will
make you feel like royalty.
This unique location has
well-trained estheticians
and massage therapists
who will zap your stress
LUSH DAY SPA
7 East Main St.
Ramsey, 201.327.7615
lushdayspa.com
A FAMILY AFFAIR
Why make a spa
appointment when
you can make a spa
day? Packages include
“Teens’ Choice,”
which features a
facial, manicure and
hair styling, while the
“Girls’ Night Out” is a
great way for women to
indulge in a face-andhair makeover, plus
manicure and pedicure.
There’s even something
for men with the
“Men’s Spa Retreat,”
which features a
massage, men’s
facial and manicure.
Everyone in the family
can benefit from
a day of pampering.
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of one of the largest
privately owned spas in
the tri-state area, the
Panico family has been in
the beauty business for
nearly half a century, and
it shows. Just look at the
facial menu—there are
more than 12 varieties to
choose from, including the
Clarifying Enzyme Facial,
which targets acne-prone
and congested skin;
the Redness Therapy
Facial, which addresses
problems like rosacea and
skin sensitivity; and the
Resurgence Renewal Facial
for women experiencing
menopausal concerns,
such as dryness and skin
that has lost its elasticity.
PARISIAN BEAUTY
ACADEMY/
PAUL MITCHELL
PARTNER SCHOOL
21 Passaic St.
Hackensack, 201.487.2203 x119
parisianbeautyacademy.com
BEST-KEPT SECRET This
family-owned business
is a hair and skin care
academy that provides
amazing treatments
to the public at deeply
discounted prices. They
use top-notch products,
including Dermalogica,
and the students work
under direct supervision
of NJ licensed leaders.
Who doesn’t love a $40
facial, free face mapping
(skin analysis) and valet
parking? Plus, you’ll love
the students’ enthusiasm.
PASSIONE DI ARTE
11 Hillside Ave.
Tenafly, 201.266.6872
passionediarte.net
NAILING BEAUTY At
Passione Di Arte, they
take nail care to a new
level. With more than
two dozen treatment
options for manicures
and pedicures, they’re
serious about your hands
and feet. From wraps
to French sets and tips,
there’s plenty to choose
from to keep extremities
smooth and beautiful. If
you’re in the mood for a
facial or massage, they
offer those too.
custom menus for any type
of spa party, be it bridal
shower, bachelorette, book
club or reunion. Guests
flow from one relaxing
spa service to the next,
sampling each treatment.
Pedicures and manicures
are done in groups,
while massages and facials
are handled individually.
SERENITY SKIN CARE
AND BODY WELLNESS
ALL UNDER ONE
ROOF Combine a hot
303 W. Palisade Ave.
Englewood, 201.816.3050
serenityskincare.com
YOUR NEXT BOOK CLUB
LOCATION? Sure, you
usually go to the spa solo
for a bit of R and R, but why
not make a party out of it?
Serenity is known for their
individualized attention and
THE SPA AT
GLENPOINTE
200 Frank W. Burr Blvd.
Teaneck, 201.836.5400
thespaatglenpointe.com
stone massage with the
Eclat Cocoon Hot Stone
Hydration Facial for a
full-body glow. The facial
includes a warm mask
with scents of jasmine and
rose. Or, for the ultimate
luxury, book “The Works,”
a package that includes a
massage, facial, manicure,
pedicure and reflexology.
Then you can explore this
enormous fitness center
that has a pool, juice bar,
kids’ center, 50 pieces
of cardio equipment and
group exercise classes.
SPA NORDSTROM
CLINIC
501 Garden State Plaza
Paramus, 201.843.1122
shop.nordstrom.com/c/
spa-nordstrom-shop
SHOP AND SPA Shop at
your favorite department
store, then detox in their
luxurious, high-end spa.
From corrective treatments
and relaxing massages to
body wraps and specialty
baths—they have it all.
They even offer waxing,
lash extensions, eyebrow
shaping and tanning. It’s a
nice sampling of pampering
from head to toe. There
are even tips on how to
choose the right facial—
that’s service you can use.
ZENZASPA &
MASSAGE BOUTIQUE
240 Grand Ave.
Englewood, 201.227.8070
zenzaspa.com
THE ART OF ZEN
ZenzaSpa & Massage
Boutique offers more than
just prenatal massages:
They offer Belly Casting
for the mom-to-be (done
at 33–36 weeks). Not
pregnant? No worries,
there are plenty of other
ETHOS FITNESS AND SPA
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ethosfitness.com
@EASE SPA
142 Broadway
Hillsdale, 201.722.8848
ateasespa.com
ESCAPE FROM IT
ALL Need some
time away from the
stress of work and
family obligations?
@ease Spa transports
you to a calm, tranquil environment
without breaking the
bank. Plus, there’s a
variety of treatment
options so you can
try something new
or stick to the old
favorites. The menu
includes facials, body
treatments, a number
of massages—
Thai, Swedish,
hot stone, deep
tissue—and waxing.
WELLNESS FROM INSIDE AND OUT Complement
your workout routine at Ethos with a massage,
facial or one of their wonderful scrubs. The Bamboo
Lemongrass Scrub is made of walnut shells,
almond protein and bamboo powder to
give dry and dull skin a boost. To really exfoliate and
cleanse this winter, book the Sea Salt Scrub
to eliminate dull, flaky skin. Combining fitness with
a soothing spa is what makes Ethos unique.
TAMBOURINE
SKIN CARE
126 Engle St.
Englewood, 201.567.3005
tambourineskincare.com
YOU NEVER LOOKED
SO GOOD This is no
ordinary spa; treatments
here go beyond basics
to get to the root of your
skin problems. Take the
Barrier Repair Moisturizer
Facial or the Multivitamin
Power Peel—two
treatments with instant
results. Using quality
products such as
Dermalogica and 3Lab,
Tambourine takes skin
care to a new level.
treatment options including
the Zenza’s Hot Cocoa
Delight. This treatment
starts with a cinnamon
exfoliation followed by a
thermal black Baltic body
mud wrap. Your treatment
concludes with cocoa
comfort massage cream,
a peppermint pedi
massage and reflexology to
help restore balance to the
body. Ahhhhh.