From top-tier workouts and luxurious spas to the ultimate nail and hair experiences, the Modern Luxury editorial team shares the best self-care and wellnesss services that are well worth the investment.
BEST HOT YOGA STUDIO
105F
With locations in Andersonville, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park and the South Loop, this popular studio aims to inspire clients to be their best selves with a wide range of classes ranging from classic hot yoga to hot pilates, vinyassa and more. 5715 N. Clark St.; 2736A N. Clark St.; 47 W. Polk St.; 1344 N. Milwaukee Ave., 105f.com
BEST ACUPUNCTURIST
Moon Rabbit Acupuncture
Established during the pandemic, Gudrun Snyder's acupuncture practice became such a hit in the West Loop that the doctor of East Asian medicine opened a second practice in the heart of Lincoln Park. Expect a range of expert services, from acupuncture and cupping to gua sha, massage therapy and reiki. 1111 W. Madison St., Suite 2; 1022 W. Armitage Ave., Suite B, moonrabbitacupuncture.com
BEST SPECIALTY FACIAL
Hydrafacial at SpaDerma
With locations in some of Chicago's hottest neighborhoods, this family-owned medspa offers services ranging from injectables, advanced skincare, laser and light therapy, and weight management to the signature (and wildly popular) Hydrafacial, for which SpaDerma is the number one provider in the nation. 2001 N. Clybourn Ave.; 1048 W. Madison St.; 3200 N. Southport Ave.; 1636 W. Division St., spaderma.com
BEST MEDSPA
The One Spa Chicago
From fillers and platelet-rich plasma treatments to Emsculpt Neo, lymphatic massage, IV treatments and wellness services, this premier medspa has become the Chicago go-to for looking and feeling your best. 432 E. Grand Ave., Suite D, theonespachicago.com
BEST WELLNESS CENTER
TREVI Longevity and Aesthetics
This concierge practice boasts locations both in downtown Chicago and on the North Shore and offers aesthetic and wellness solutions for healthy and vibrant skin, optimized energy, weight, metabolic function, hormones, cardiovascular health, gut health, food sensitivties and nutrition. 60 E. Delaware Place, Suite 1450; 595 Elm Place, Suite 208, Highland Park, trevihealth.co
BEST FACIALS
Clean Your Dirty Face
This Chicago-based company has facials down to a science, with 30-minute express facials along with an expansive menu of enhancements ranging from pumpkin peel and hydra boost to professional peels and nanosculpt. 706 N. Wells St.; 849 W. Monroe St.; 2318 N. Lincoln Ave.; 1642 W. Division St.; 1347 S. Michigan Ave., cleanyourdirtyface.com
BEST BEAUTY STARTUP
Pinch
More private and more reasonably priced than typical medspas, Pinch is a Chicago-based beauty service that comes to your office, home or wherever's convenient to administer injections, peels, fillers and more, all administered by professional aesthetic nurse practitioners. bookpinch.com
BEST MEDSPA RESOURCE
Images Med Spa
From injectibles to laser treatments, facials, peels, IV treatments and more, this premier boutique medspa has become a hot resource for looking and feeling your best. Upper Level, 1006 W. Armitage Ave. ; 505 Skokie Road, Wilmette, imagesmedspa.com
BEST SPA EXPERIENCE
The Peninsula Spa
From the ultraluxe setting to the perrless services ranging from massage to facials and nail treatments, this is the city's most A-list wellness escape. 108 E. Superior St., peninsula.com/chicago
BEST HAIR STYLIST
Juan José Herrera, Hair By Juan José
Charasmatic and incredibly talented, this pro stylist for all occasions is all about making his clients feel their most beautiful. hairbyjuanjose.com
BEST BLOW-OUTS
Paul Rehder Salon
The staff at Paul Rehder utilizes its experience with everything from classic haircuts and modern finishes to a master colorist department known for its balyage techniques and more—and particuarly shines with its expert blow-outs. 70 E. Walton St.; 952 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, paulrehdersalon.com
BEST ONE-STOP GLAMOUR SHOP
Glam Atelier
Founder and master makeup aritst Klaudia Donovan and master hair stylist Kaley Lukancic lead the elite squad at this luxury hair and makeup resource for weddings, special occasions, photo shoots and more. glamatelier.com
BEST LASER TREATMENTS
SOLUX Med Spa
From skin resurfacing and hair removal to photofacials, acne treatments and surgical scar revlision, this West Town medspa specializes in state-of-the-art laser treatments. 777 N. Green St., penthouse, soluxmedspa.com
BEST SUNLESS TANNING
LA Tan
The utlimate spot for a luxurious and flawless spray tanning experience, L.A. Tan uses Norvell Professional Spray Tan Products, including the bestselling Venetian Color Collection, which is designed with cool violet-brown undertones and a unique blend of anti-orange bronzers for a natural-looking glow that captures the essense of the Italian Riviera. 916 W. Madison St., sunless.com
BEST SPA PROGRAM
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
Thanks to a recent multimillion-dollar rennovation, the spa at this luxe Mag Mile hotel not only has a fabulously renovated infinity-edge pool and a delectable menu of chef-crafted spa fare, it also now boasts arguably the most exclusive menu of services in the city, from Black Diamond facials to treatments featuring renowned skincare lines Augustinus Bader and 111Skin. 120 E. Deleware Place, fourseasons.com/chicago/spa
BEST NAIL SALON
New Age Nail Studio
The city's go-to for artfully done nails, this studio offeres a full range of mani-pedis plus gel/dip/acrylic removal, inspiring nail art and more. 832 N. State St., newagenailstudio.com
BEST AESTHETIC DERMATOLOGY RESOURCE
LaserAway
Whether you're looking for CoolSculpting, Clear + Brilliant, Thermage or laser hair or tattoo removal, this national network of aesthetics studios is led by 20-plus board-certified dermatologists and boast several locations across Chicago. 666 N. Wells St.; 841 W. Madison St.; 1953 W. Wabansia Ave.; 2034 N. Halsted St., Unit B, laseraway.com
BEST NAIL ARTIST
AstroWifey
Ash Crow, AKA Astro Wifey, has gone viral on social media (amassing nearly 80k Instagram followers) for her fab designs with playful patterns, hypnotic hues and incredible detail. @astrowifey
BEST SALON EXPERIENCE
Salon DJ Chicago
From cuts and color to blow-outs, Keratin treatments, makeup and more, this notable West Loop destination has established itself as top in town. 300 N. Elizabeth St., Suite 201C, salondjchicago.com
MOST STYLISH SPA
The St. Regis Spa
Boasting jawdropping city views in uberchic, high-design surroundings, this 12,000 square-foot wellness oasis offers a full slate of treatments ranging from massage and facials to cupping and nail services. 401 E. Wacker Drive, stregisspachicago.com
BEST PERSONAL TRAINER
Emily Hutchins, On Your Mark Coaching + Training
A Nike Master Trainer and Nike Running Club Coach, studio owner Hutchins leads the squad at this welcoming, inspiring gym with classes focusing on everything from spinning and treadmill work to body weight and weight work. 1101 W. Monroe St., oymtraining.com
BEST MAKEUP ARTIST
Aga Rhodes Makeup By Aga
Whether for a wedding, fashion shoot or other special occasion, this globe-troutting professional makeup artist is the top talent in town. makeupbyaga.com
BEST PILATES STUDIO
Amplified Pilates Center
From private and group studio classes to teacher training and virtual workouts, this downtown go-to is a must for pilates enthusiasts ranging from beginners to expert-level. 314 W. Institute Place, Stuite 3W, amplifiedpilates.com
BEST BOXING WORKOUT
Mayweather Boxing + Fitness
With two Chicago-area locations and a full slate of inclusive classes ranging from beginner-level to adanced, this welcoming outfit is an ideal fit for fitness enthusiasts and boxing heads alike. 219 W. Hubbard St.; 3217 Lake Ave., Wilmette, mayweather.fit
BEST HEALTH CLUB
Midtown Athletic Club
With more than 14,000 square feet of training space plus tennis and pickleball, indoor and outdoor pools, and a distinctly luxurious vibe, this sleek workout facility is the ultimate in Chicago fitness centers. 2444 N. Elston Ave., midtown.com
MOST INDULGENT SPA TREATMENT
Chuan Serenity Shen, Chuan Spa at the Langham, Chicago
Guided and inspired by the five elements, the luxury hotel's thoughtful—and expansive—selection of wellness treatments offers everything from full-body treatments to hand and foot therapies, customized massage, acupuncture and more. Our current fave? The Chuan Serenity Shen, a three-hour journey comprising a stone therapy massage, facial with aromatic oils and a relaxing foot treatment. 330 N. Wabash Ave., langhamhotels.com
MOST ICONIC SALON
Tricoci Salon & Spa
With 13 locations across the Chicagoland area, Tricoci has been one of the area's most glam one-stop shops for hair and spa services since founder Mario Tricoci opened his first salon in 1977. Choose from popular offerings like hair gloss, single or double process color, highlights, balayage, cuts, styling and extensions, or opt for treatments like waxing, massage, facials, nails, brows, lashes and more. 900 N. Michigan Ave., tricoci.com
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