Though I have visited many spas, from solo practitioners to 5-star destination resort spas, I now have my blog officially started, so my first review will be of the day spa I visited this past weekend with two very dear girlfriends of mine.

My girlfriend who lives in GA, had booked the three of us ladies treatments for Saturday afternoon at Equinozio Day Spa; 2 facials and 1 massage.  We arrived about 10 minutes before our appointments and upon entrance, we were greeted by name by a very sweet receptionist.  The main entrance was clean, simple, bright with two tables set up with their product lines, but no big propaganda displays, just a simple presentation, which was inviting.

After checking us in, the receptionist guided us through a curtained doorway leading us into a dimmed lit, twilight blue colored room, inducing a state of calm.  Again, it was very appeasing to the eyes.  There was no clutter, clean lines and modern looking.  A small unit of lockers for those spending the day was located in the center of the room as well as a comfy couch along the wall with the treatments rooms along the perimeter.  We were then led through another curtained doorway into a relaxation room/waiting area, where the receptionist directed us to fill out the health waiver and also offered us water and/or tea as well as the option for a warm compress to put around our necks.  The three of us chose to enjoy the compresses.  I took a  moment to fill out the form, then I sat back to relax in the comfy chair to enjoy the heat around my neck melting my tension away.  As I put my head back my eyes drifted up to the ceiling where there was a twinkling star-cape above.  Quite lovely.

Rachel, the esthetician, picked me up from the waiting room and escorted me back to her treatment room.  She was very sweet as we talked briefly about my concerns.  She handed me a body wrap, informed me she would step out of the room as I took my time to get comfortable on the table.

She was back in a few minutes, the lights were dimmed, the soft, soothing music played and the warm mist from the steamer began to fall upon my face as she gently performed the facial.  We chatted through the session, but she professionally took my cue as we became silent as she gave me a great head massage while the  mask on my face was deeply hydrating my skin.

She talked about the product when I asked questions and gave me suggestions.  She was never pushy about buying the product.  I did ask for extractions during my facial, and she was very diligent about doing so.  After the session was over, she gave me a few minutes to enjoy and slowly gather myself.  After dressing I looked in the mirror and my face looked well hydrated (one of my concerns) and plumped and felt amazing.  My nose was a little red from the extractions but that is completely expected.

I opened the door to leave the room and Rachel was there with fruit water for me and she escorted me back out to the main room where she pointed out some of the products we discussed, but again, there was no pressure.  I actually did end up buying the eye cream.

My other two girlfriends met me back out in the reception area with smiles on their faces.  Our friend that had the massage, wanted to stay and get a facial too!!  The staff was able to accommodate her and she too had Rachel and was very pleased with her facial she experienced.  The three of us ladies thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon here and set the tone for the rest of our perfect day.

My girlfriend that is local, actually frequents there and has always been very happy with the services provided.  I’m already excited for my next visit!  Both to see my girlfriend and a trip to Equinozio.