From the top salons and spas to the best manicures and workouts, these are the top beauty and wellness services in San Francisco.
BEST MED SPA
Hayes Valley Medical & Aesthetics
This renowned provider offers a range of treatments, including Ultimate Contours, a noninvasive procedure to reduce fat, tighten skin and temporarily lessen the appearance of cellulite. Hayes Valley also offers a nonsurgical lid-lift for droopy eyelids for men and women known as Upneeq. 182 Gough St., 415.255.9510, hayesvalleymed.com
BEST SKINCARE & WELLNESS
Furtuna Skin
The skincare and wellness company—Bay Area resident Agatha Relota Luczo is its co-founder—continues to impress. Its Italian-made products come from the organic, 800-acre La Furtuna Farm. Furtuna Skin's most recent product, the Triple Active Exfoliator, brings innovation to the exfoliation category. The company also sells extra virgin olive oil: A daily tablespoon of this ingestible elixir delivers a powerful boost of antioxidants and fatty acids to repair and fortify skin’s moisture barrier from within. furtunaskin.com
BEST INJECTABLES
Skinspirit
Introducing SKINVIVE, a pathway to visibly smoother skin and a radiant glow. As the pioneering and exclusive injectable, SKINVIVE has been clinically proven to elevate hydration levels. It stands out as the premier hyaluronic acid microdroplet injectable, providing instant hydration to achieve a visibly smoother complexion and a radiant glow on areas like your cheeks, lips, neck, chest and hands. Multiple locations, skinspirit.com
BEST CEDAR ENZYME BATH
Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary
Revitalize yourself in the therapeutic magic of the Cedar Enzyme Bath, an exclusive Japanese body treatment not found elsewhere on this continent. This unique fermentation bathing ritual submerges your entire body in a blend of aromatic ground cedar and rice bran infused with living enzymes, promoting internal and external metabolic activity. 209 Bohemian Highway, Freestone, 707.823.8231, osmosis.com
BEST INFRARED LIGHT THERAPY
SenSpa
Interest in infrared sauna therapy has surged by 40% in the past year. A slight elevation in body temperature triggers a natural biological defense, prompting the immune system to eliminate harmful pathogens—effectively, literally burning out foreign or invading microorganisms. Infrared therapy also contributes to enhanced circulation, which can facilitate a faster recovery process. 1161 Gorgas Ave., 415.441.1777, senspa.com
BEST THERMAL BATHING
Archimedes Banya
Numerous studies reveal many therapeutic benefits associated with thermal baths, aiding in preventing and treating diseases. Warm water is an excellent muscle relaxant, while cold water offers a refreshing and invigorating effect on the body—acting as a superb skin toner and promoting the reactivation of blood circulation. Thermal baths contribute to toxin elimination and the stimulation of the immune system, playing a crucial role in fostering healing and longevity. 748 Innes Ave., 415.206.9000, banyasf.com
BEST COLD PLUNGE
Kabuki Springs & Spa
The practice of cold-water immersion has garnered a devoted following, propelled by wellness guru Wim Hof and embraced by celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Kevin Hart. Enthusiasts assert that beyond its stress-reducing and anti-inflammatory effects, the abrupt and icy sensation also enhances mood and mental clarity. 1750 Geary Blvd., 415.922.6000, kabukisprings.com
BEST FLOAT THERAPY
Reboot Float Spa
Drifting in a sensory deprivation tank brimming with lukewarm water and 1,000 pounds of Epsom salts offers profound relaxation, aiding in improved stress and anxiety management. Beyond alleviating mental and physical stress, float therapy benefits skin health and hair growth. Multiple locations, rebootfloatspa.com
BEST YOGA STUDIO
Folk
Folk comprises a network of community yoga and fitness centers in the city. Its team consists of highly experienced teachers, creating environments that promote a sense of belonging for students of all ages, abilities and experience levels. Multiple locations, folksf.com
BEST HOT YOGA STUDIO
Ritual Hot Yoga
The Sonoma-based studio features a body-sculpting and mind-enhancing yoga experience. Classes include a dynamic style of hot yoga, connecting breath with the rhythm of music, tailored to benefit students of all proficiency levels. Look for a blend of yoga philosophy, static postures, choreographed flows, yin and meditation. Each session concludes with a soothing massage and a refreshing eucalyptus towel. ritualhotyoga.com/soma
BEST SALON
Blake Charles Salon & Spa
Renowned for luxury hair care in both SF and Granite Bay, the venue is renowned for its expertise in haircuts and hair coloring—inlcuding balayage highlights, bleaching and color corrections. 77 Maiden Lane, 2nd Floor, 415.433.3030, blakecharlessalons.com
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