SPAS & BEAUTY
CELADON SALON & SPA
It takes a village, and that village—plus oodles of retail—is at Celadon. INSIDER TIP: Owner Judith Koritsas is an expert guide to organic and natural skincare products and ingredients. 1180 F St. NW, 202-347-3333; celadonspa.com
DOLCE VITA SALON AND SPA
The premier salon in McLean, Virginia, takes its facials to the next level with high-tech tools like Dermatude (to stimulate collagen and elastin), and the Galleria location makes it easy to check off other items on your to-do list. Tysons Galleria, 703-942-5564; dolcevitasalon.com
GEORGETOWN SALON AND SPA
DC ladies and gents flock here for everything from facials and haircuts to waxing, nail services, and electrolysis. Walk in or make an appointment. 2715 M St. NW, 202-333-8099; georgetownsalonspa.com
POLISHED OF GEORGETOWN
Tucked into a deceptively spacious spot, Polished offers traditional salon services, including manicures, pedicures, spray tans, and waxing. INSIDER TIP: Make an appointment with Pam for a rocket-fast wax that’ll have you in and out in barely 10 minutes. 1425 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-333-7877
THE RED DOOR SPA AT THE WILLARD
This downtown hotel allows guests and visitors to customize a full pampering experience. The menu includes massages (Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone), facials, and even an olive oil manicure. 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-9422700; reddoorspas.com
SPA AT THE RITZCARLTON, TYSONS CORNER
The spa at The Ritz offers a serene escape from the din of the District, with seasonal treatments and packages. INSIDER TIP: Be sure to leave time after your appointment for some lounging by the indoor pool. 1700 Tysons Blvd., McLean, 703-744-3924; ritzcarlton.com
SPA AT SALAMANDER RESORT & SPA
Offering some of the best massages in the DMV, the spa at this luxury resort is a destination unto itself. The huge amount of outdoor space makes it a full-on wellness and relaxation oasis— just an hour’s drive from DC in horse and hunt country. 2500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg, 844-303-2723; salamanderresort.com