12 Beauty Splurges to Give or Receive
Gym memberships, massages, and the best brows money can buy—W editors share the beauty splurges on their holiday lists.
“I always feel guilty about buying myself nice candles, but I’ve been lusting after this one from Le Labo.” – Emilia Petrarca, Associate Digital Editor
Le Labo Santal 26 Candle, $420, barneys.com.
“An hour or two at this posh spa takes me away from the stresses of the city—and the practitioners are all great.” – Jane Larkworthy, Beauty Director
20 Massage Gift Certificates at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, New York, 80 Columbus Circle; 212.805.8880.
“I keep trying to find new easier ways to curl my very-straight hair and this would be a god-send.” – Tina Huynh, Associate Jewelry Editor
T3 Whirl Trio Interchangeable Styling Wand, $270, violetgrey.com.
“Customized workouts that are as enjoyable as they are effective, unlimited classes, and body consultations every 10 days make this less of a splurge and more of an essential. A Tracy Anderson Method membership is the gift that keeps on giving.” – Sue Williamson, Digital Editor
Tracy Anderson Method Membership, $900 per month or $45 per class, 45 Hubert Street; 212.965.1408.
“I’m putting down my tweezers now in anticipation of the Feathered Brow treatment by Kristie Streicher, who won’t see new clients without at least eight weeks (and up to a year!) of growth. The results are certainly Shields-worthy.” – Mia Adorante, Assistant Beauty Editor
Feathered Brow eyebrow shaping and tinting by Kristie Streicher, $100-$200, for appointments visit TheFeatheredBrow.com
“Is there a better gift than a tool that erases all signs of holiday stress from your face?!” – Kristin Auble, Research Editor
Tria Age Defying Laser Bundle, $495, sephora.com.
“Last year, my mom gave me a gift card to the Shibui spa for a massage and body scrub. It was amazing, hint hint…” – Sarah Leon, Digital Director
Elemental Well-Being Massage, starting at $235, Shibui Spa at The Greenwich Hotel, 377 Greenwich Street; 212.941.8900.
“I am always suffering from dry skin during the winter months, I couldn’t think of a better remedy than this Crème De La Mer moisturizing cream that promises a dewey complexion.” – Sam Walker, Associate Accessories Editor
La Mer Crème de la Mer, $310, cremedelamer.com.
“For me, there is no bigger beauty splurge than a vacation that combines physical activity, natural beauty and relaxing spa treatments. I can’t imagine a more divine solution than a stay at this epic hotel.” – Vanessa Lawrence, Features Writer
A vacation at the Amangiri Resort in Utah, for more information visit aman.com.
“I own a blender, and two Nutri-Bullets, but no juicer. This juicer would make my life complete – I need it! I would be ecstatic to open this during the holidays! – Sarah Zendejas, Assistant Fashion & Market Editor
Breville Juice Fountain Duo Juicer, $400, williams-sonoma.com.
“A spa weekend in Thailand, please?” – Lina Wahlgren, Art Director
Banyan Tree Spa Phuket, 33, 33/27 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Road; +66 76 372 400.
“I love this holiday candle from Diptyque– its’ fresh balmy scent reminds me of Christmas and makes me want to go home for the holidays!” – Gillian Sagansky, Assistant Writer / Associate to the Editor in Chief
Diptyque Oliban Candle, $70, diptyqueparis.com.