Power Tools

The Skinny
Organic micro-spa Pureskin (4609 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase, pureskinbethesda.com) offers the Slimdome Far Infrared Sauna, which provides the detoxifying benefits of sunlight without the damage. Using infrared emissions, it boosts immune systems, relieves joint inflammation and burns 600 calories per session.

Electrifying!
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental (1330 Maryland Ave. SW, mandarinoriental.com/washington) introduced two anti-aging facials using Somme Institute’s “Boost” mask and the CACI Ultra machine, which releases pulse-exerting electric probes to simulate the effects of a surgery-free face-lift.

Skin Deep
This speedy skin resurfacing treatment—sans laser—offered by the Spa at The Sports Club/LA (1170 22nd St. NW, mpsportsclub.com), cleanses and enhances the skin. Intended for monthly use, the HydraFacial uses four-in-one technology to administer multiple treatments in 30 minutes without discomfort.

The Buzz
Eco-chic beauty boutique Emerald Door (8311 Grubb Road, Silver Spring, emeralddoorsalon.com) holds up a high-tech facial that combines a peel, a scalp massage and an ultrasonic frequency-employing device, which exfoliates and stimulates the production of collagen to diminish wrinkles and fine lines.
 

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