The Mediterranean-designed Tocasierra Spa and Salon has opened at the Point Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix. The 10,000-square-foot facility features nine treatment rooms, including an extensive couple's suite with private shower. The spa menu offers a multitude of packages, including one to accommodate parents traveling with children.

The recently opened Spa Luce at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa in Los Angeles features a modern composition and Artisan craftsmanship. Tiled walls, weathered teak cabinetry and an abundance of natural light promote a soothing environment throughout the facility. One signature treatment offered is the Hammam Ritual, a five-step massage based on the skincare practices of ancient bathhouses. The Japan Ritual is another signature treatment that incorporates therapeutic properties of flower essences with rich minerals.

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Star Treatment:Spectacular Strawberries

Besides being refreshing and nutritious, strawberries now tout skincare benefits for acne-prone teens. Extract from the sweet fruit has proven to reduce pores and minimize excess oil. Strawberries work as a mild exfoliant because they contain alpha hydroxy acid that promotes skin renewal.

      Pevonia has developed a Strawberry HydraBoost facial treatment for preteens and teens. The treatment centers on a mask that contains a strawberry fragrance to help teens relax and move them away from the negative stereotype associated with traditional acne remedies. “The Spa Teen Strawberry HydraBoost Mask smells and looks like strawberry, which takes the seriousness away,” says Tino Lerma, medical esthetic educator for Pevonia. “We don’t want teens to feel like they’re putting medicine on their faces.” More »

Seasonal Promo: A Package for Teens

Getting a teen to commit to anything beyond typing a text message is no small feat. To make the process of establishing good skincare practices easier, teens need to follow regular facial treatments and a disciplined at-home regimen—especially if they have oily or acne-prone skin.

      How do spas go about retaining and keeping clients with such a short attention span? “Results,” says Candis M. Siman, owner of Sylvie’s Skin and Body Care in Encino, California.

      This September, Sylvie’s is promoting its signature Teen Time Facial (60 min./$85). Clients can purchase a package of six treatments for $450, a promotion available year-round. They also receive a treatment once a month, which includes an exfoliation, extractions and mask application. Clients learn that consistency produces results, such as the clearer complexion many teens long for. “When it comes to teens and acne, they need to realize they can’t sporadically treat it,” Siman says. “We educate them on why they’re breaking out; why their skin is overactive, dry or dehydrated.” More »