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Day Spas in Washington, D.C.
by Judy Colbert
You've been sightseeing for days, and now you have to put yourself together for that important embassy function or dinner at the White House. Some of these spas are a few miles from downtown D.C., but well worth the trip.
Andre Chreky Salon could be the place to go if you like hobnobbing with Bridget Fonda and Jamie Lee Curtis. Set in a five-story townhouse, just two blocks from the White House, its aim is to pamper you with anything from limo service to warm cookies. Oh, and a full range of salon services, too. (202) 293-9393.
Circe Day Spa and Wellness Center is a small operation that's big on pleasing your senses. Go for the Himalayan rejuvenation treatment or shirodhara (warm oil dripped on your forehead). (703) 519-8528.
Eden Spa at the Ritz-Carlton in Tyson's Corner, Va., is all one would expect from a Ritz property. Options include body wraps, hydrotherapy baths, massage, life enhancement and preventative health concepts, and a fitness center. All services, except waxing and hydrotherapy, are available in your guest room. (703) 506-4300.
EFX offers a chic Georgetown mood and feel in this small but caring facility. Try an oxygen facial to get that rosy glow of years ago. (202) 965-1300.
Four Seasons Health and Fitness Club offers a private spa room, a spa-within-a-spa with private whirlpool, steam shower and massage table. Swimmers can reserve their own lane in the lap pool. It's the most comprehensive hotel fitness club and day spa in the area. (202) 342-0444.
Paul's Salon & Day Spa has a full range of indulgences at the Intercoiffure Mondial retreat for men and women. (410) 602-0888.
Shapes Salon & Day Spas have two locations in northern Virginia. The Herndon location, just five minutes from Dulles International Airport, is great if you have a couple of hours between flights and need a massage, hydrotherapy treatment or beauty service. (703) 713-0222 (Herndon location); (703) 250-0000 (Fairfax Station).