I have to admit, the first time I visited a spa I was a bit intimidated. How much should I expect to pay? How do I tell an esthetician or massage therapist what I want? Do I strip completely beneath my robe? What's the standard for gratuity?

Well, whether you're a seasoned spa maven looking for some brushing up, or a first-timer unsure what to look ( Read more... )

So after writing in this post about my desire to start a "spa piggy bank" to save up for a facial, it turned out I didn't have to wait long. A friend forwarded me some e-coupons for a local beauty spa that was offering a "Euro-Facial" for $45. Since it was payday, I decided to try it out. My very first facial!

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