Self-Care from Head to Toe
These six local spots offer the best in beauty and wellness.
Words by Sam Lauron
Self-care comes in many forms, whether it be indulging in a delicious dinner, cozying up with a good book, or simply retreating alone. Enjoying the luxury of a beauty treatment can also play a major role in self-care, and these Eastside establishments are here to help with that.
Hair
Ready for a new ‘do? Housed in a 1930s bungalow, Vain Salon is home to all things hair. From cuts to color treatments to styling sessions, the women behind the chairs are ready to use their decades of experience to create the hairstyle guests have always dreamed of.
1803 Chicon St. | vainaustin.com
Skin
While healthy skin starts from within, a little boost doesn’t hurt! In addition to massages, Massage Heights offers facials at their new Mueller location. Customizing each individual’s needs, their facials address everything from sensitivity to anti-aging, depending on the type of treatment desired. Add-on services like microdermabrasion and bioactive peels are also available.
1911 Aldrich St., Ste 170 | massageheights.com
Nails
If the punchy exterior of Cute Nail Studio doesn’t instantly brighten your mood, then just wait until you step inside. This colorful nail salon exudes a whimsical aesthetic and is all about creating fun and playful nail art in a welcoming environment. In addition to manicures, Cute Nail Studio also provides cosmetic tattooing, waxing, microblading, and other beauty services.
1211 E. 7th St. | cutenailstudio.com
Waxing
Wax That believes that waxing should play a major role in one’s self-care routine. Their mission is to create a space where guests can take a moment to celebrate themselves and enjoy a comfortable and high-quality waxing experience. Each of their waxing services also comes with complimentary acupressure, aromatherapy, and crystal therapy, taking the relaxing self-care experience to whole new level.
2406 Manor Rd. | waxthat.com
Massage
The body holds onto stress in certain muscles, so it’s important to treat it every once in a while. Give the body a break and slip into Mantis Massage for a deep tissue massage therapy session. Whether dealing with an injury, chronic pain, or just needing to let the muscles relax for an hour, then therapists at Mantis Massage’s Eastside location are ready to help that discomfort melt away.
3823 Airport Blvd., Ste. A | mantismassage.com
Acupuncture
An ancient tradition in Chinese medicine, acupuncture is known to treat pain and stress through its needling method. If you’re new to acupuncture and want to give it a try, then pay a visit to Neighborhood Acupuncture Project. They offer acupuncture and Chinese medicine on a sliding scale to ensure that the benefits of their wellness clinic are accessible to all.
1909 E. 38th 1/2 St. | napaustin.org
