Ten Ways to Spa-taneous Relaxation

Dying to Try:

Salongeorge: The Citrus Pedicure, using real lemons, exfoliating crystals, lotion, and paraffin wax. Also, salon-george offers cupping, the only place I know that does it locally. 856 Raymond Ave., St. Paul, 651-379-1414

Sanctuary SalonSpa: The Rejuvenation Caribbean Bath in the outdoor cabana, followed by the Rejuvenation Caribbean Body Treatment. 995 Eden Prairie Dr., Eden Prairie, 952-949-1313

Spot Spa Boutique: One of Spot’s many massage services: hot stone, lomi lomi, shiatsu, ashiatsu oriental bar, reiki, and more. 401 Hennepin Ave. NE, Mpls., 612-331-4182; 1600 W. Lake St., Mpls., 612-823-7768

The Day Spa: The Decléor Relax Wrap—a facial for the entire body, using Decléor products to exfoliate, massage, and smooth. 7575 France Ave. S., Edina, 952-830-0100

Ambiance Spa & Salon: The Preferred Package, which includes a one-hour massage, one-hour facial, manicure, pedicure, and shampoo/blowdry/style. 13911 Aldrich Ave., Burnsville, 952-435-3300

Spa Bella Casa: The Chocolate Facial with Eminence products or the Ancient Roman bathing ritual. 715 Metro Blvd., Edina, 612-920-4050

Salon Rouge: A manicure with polish by celeb-fave Deborah Lippman. I also want to get my hands on French apothecary and Kevyn Aucoin cosmetics. 6 S. 13th St., Mpls., 612-374-2201

Sunbear Spa & Salon: The Spa Facial that includes a hot-oil scalp treatment, eye-zone treatment, and arm, hand, back, and foot massage, sounds nicely inclusive. 2207 3rd St., White Bear Lake, 612-426-5884

Fivetwosix Salon: Fivetwosix offers several intriguing facials—especially for clients with specific skin-care needs, such as rosacea, aging, or acne. 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-3839

Rocco Altobelli: This locally based salon giant also has half- and full-day experiences, complete with manicures, pedicures, facials, body polishes, and massage. Eight metro locations, including Crossroads Mall, 1655 Co. Rd. B2, Roseville, 651-631-2289