BEAUTY & FITNESS
NEW ATI PHYSICAL THERAPY
From comprehensive physical therapy to sports medicine, women’s health, home health, and fitness centers, this network of skilled therapists offers a slate of innovative services. 326 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 324, 312-2295271; 600 W. Van Buren St., Ste. 109, 312-268-6050; 939 W. North Ave., 312-951-1952; atipt.com
BARRY’S BOOTCAMP
The international fitness phenomenon brings its full-body workout experience to Chicago with a megastudio in River North—at 7,000 square feet, its largest in the world— and a just-opened location in the heart of Lincoln Park. 9 W. Erie St., 312-202-0840; 1937 N. Halsted St., 773-857-0901; barrysbootcamp.com
NEW BLUE MERCURY
The luxe beauty retailer established by husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Barry and Marla Malcolm Beck has arrived in River North. From premier brands like La Mer, Skinceuticals, and Guerlain to the M-61 Powerful Skincare line (created by Marla herself), this is an essential stop for the best in makeup, scents, bath and body, and more. 356 N. Clark St.; 2208 N. Halsted St., 773-327-6900; 3512 N. Southport Ave., 773-8681300; bluemercury.com
BROOKLYN BOULDERS
Reach new heights at this 25,000square-foot rock-climbing center in the West Loop, which draws enthusiasts of bouldering, auto-belay, rappelling, top-roping, and lead climbing. Yoga classes, a weight room, and a workspace with free Wi-fi round out the offerings.
100 S. Morgan St., 312-268-0002; brooklynboulders.com
THE CORE METHOD
Founded by Pilates instructor Lily Horowitz in 1998, this fitness boutique has become a North
Shore go-to for those who wish to strengthen, tone, and transform the body, with a particular focus on core development for a “total body experience.” 300 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, 847-682-7661; coremethodpilates.com
COWSHED SPA
Soho House’s posh, of-themoment vibe extends to its sleek lobby-level spa, which beckons with five treatment rooms— perfect for signature facials, body wraps, scrubs, and massages— and six mani-pedi chairs. INSIDER TIP: For a $15 supplement, get a 15-minute scalp massage during any nail treatment—so worth it. 113-125 N. Green St., 312-754-6915; cowshed.com/chicago
DR. YATES LIFESTYLE MED
William Yates, MD, provides treatments as wide-ranging as minimally invasive permanent hair restoration and stem cell therapy to slow the effects of aging (and, soon to come, organic facials, eyelash extensions, injectables, and laser facial rejuvenation). 213 N. Stetson Ave.; 565 Lakeview Pkwy., Ste. 108, Vernon Hills, 312-261-0872; dryateslifestylemed.com
LAKE STREET BARBERING CO.
Owners Manny Koop and Ralf Laboy head up this popular
Fulton Market District grooming destination, a neighborhood shop that draws a diverse clientele for sharp cuts and a collegial, kidfriendly vibe, complete with a backroom pool table. 1010 W. Lake St., 312-243-9367; facebook.com/ lakestreetbarbers
LEAH CHAVIE SKINCARE BOUTIQUE
In her intimate spa and adjacent boutique, noted skincare professional Leah Chavie offers a range of treatments and services for men, women, and teens, from detoxifying body wraps and signature facials to acne treatments, stem cell therapy, and hair removal. 2457 N. Halsted St., 773-3277051; leahchavie.com
MARIO TRICOCI
Featuring a staff of expert aestheticians, renowned hair guru
Mario Tricoci’s eponymous beauty destinations are glamorous one-stop shops for everything from makeup and hair to luxe spa treatments. INSIDER TIP: The newly expanded 900 North Michigan Shops location boasts a second-floor loft space perfect for bridal parties and group events. 900 N. Michigan Ave.; 284 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook; 499 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, 847-2021900; tricoci.com
NOMI SPA
One of the city’s most luxurious hotels, the Park Hyatt boasts a spa to match. The seventh-floor getaway tempts with treatments such as custom massages and polishes, as well as the exclusive Hydrafacial, which exfoliates, rehydrates, and nourishes the skin. 800 N. Michigan Ave., 7th Fl., 312-335-1234; parkhyattchicago.com
PETROSINO’S PARLOR
Set in the Loop’s sleek new Gray Hotel, this salon and spa offers pampering for ladies and gentlemen alike. On the ground floor, get express treatments like beard trims and eyebrow shaping; the secondfloor salon and spa provides a full-service assortment of haircuts, body treatments, straight-razor shaves, and more. 122 W. Monroe St., 312-616-0016; petrosinosparlor.com
RE’LUXE NAIL & SPA BOUTIQUE
This new addition to River North takes nail care to the next level with an unrivaled lineup of posh services, like the Champagne Delight, the
Hot Chocolate Escape, and the Peppermint Land Pedi, while dedicated spa rooms offer body waxing, eyebrow tinting, eyelash extensions, and other treatments. 512 N. Franklin St., 312-964-5290; reluxenailspaboutique.com
SEPHORA
Technology and makeup merge at this cosmetics behemoth’s expansive flagship on Michigan Avenue, which features the debut of the Beauty TIP (Teach, Inspire, Play) Workshop, offering group classes, tutorials galore, and a shoppable online gallery called the Beauty Board.
INSIDER TIP: Discover the exclusiveto-chicago fragrance studio where customers can explore favorite scents and receive a custom fragrance consultation. 605 N. Michigan Ave., 312-649-9343; sephora.com
SPA AT DANA
The first spa in the city to offer cryo-facial technology, this forwardthinking River North wellness destination, set in the Dana Hotel, features a broad range of services, from citrus mimosa mani-pedis to waxing, Swedish and hot stone massages, and even a 24-karat-gold facial. 660 N. State St., 312-2026040; spaatdana.com
NEW SPOKE & WEAL
Lakeview gets a dose of glam with this new Aveda salon in the historic Belmont Theater, which celebrity hairstylist Jon Reyman and acclaimed colorist Christine Thompson have transformed into a 2,800-square-foot den of beauty, offering a full menu of cut and color services. 1637 W. Belmont Ave., 872817-7100; spokeandweal.com/chicago
ULTA BEAUTY
Stock up on cosmetics essentials from hundreds of top-shelf brands at this Chicago-based beauty standby. 1107 S. Delano Ct. E., 312-5830554; 16 S. Halsted St., 312-2430411; 1000 W. North Ave., 312-6640230; 1300 N. Ashland Ave., 773-227-7615; 3015 N. Clark St., 773-348-7315; 2754 N. Clybourn Ave., 773-472-6720; 5228 S. Lake Park Ave., 773-947-9066; ulta.com