Showing posts with label skin care. Show all posts
Showing posts with label skin care. Show all posts

16 February 2006

raya salon & spa


Having grown up with the owner's daughter, I've had the good fortune of knowing about this well kept LA secret for years.

Aside from their amazingly priced and skillful facials ($60-$85, if you add on time in their new hydrotherapy spa facilities) and waxing (we're talking EVERYTHING from your toes to your navel for $62), they've recently expanded into the three story space next door they've turned into a clean, modern, glass and travertine mecca of affordable beauty.

Despite their services getting all of the attention, their products - which they formulate and manufacture themselves, even private labeling to many big name cosmetic companies like Benefit - are not to be missed. These are hands down the best quality for the best price you can buy. For an inexpensive treat, try the minty Exfoliating Body Scrub for $11. One of their best sellers, the Mint Souffle, is still one of my favorite face washes. Their wide variety of facial moisturizers are still only $20 each and of a quality you'd expect to pay at least double for.

The expansion includes a rooftop area set to open soon for outdoor massages, mani/pedi and sunning. Can't wait!

Tip: If you want the best Brazilian you've ever had, make an appointment with Tanya. For facials, try to get in with Raya herself, or her daughter-in-law, Lily. They're both amazing.

Note: They're open seven days and have extended hours to accommodate even the busiest girls. And P.S. - they do have the yummy Burke-esque water, it's just upstairs in the spa area ;)

533 North La Cienega Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90048 (310) 652-2250