1. Venik Massage in Banya ($80, Oleksandra Spa & Salon, Treasure Island. 702.944.7444)
Venik Massage in Banya
Ivan the Terrible should have taken a page from his own country’s therapeutic history and indulged in banya—a centuries-old Russian sweat bathing technique that rids the body of toxins. Similar to a dry sauna experience, the banya is a wetter, more humid version. For this treatment, your therapist uses essential oils over hot rocks to raise the temperature in the room, and as you sweat, your body is whisked with warmed oak leaves that are also tapped against your body, helping to massage the skin and relax muscle tissue and tendons.
2. Vibrational Therapy ($165-$175, Canyon Ranch SpaClub at The Venetian and The Palazzo. 877.220.2688)
Feeling off-balance lately, like you’re on a seesaw with no partner? What if you knew there was a special chamber, and in that special chamber were the healing powers to balance you out? Such a place exists within Canyon Ranch, and the vibrational therapy uses the healing powers of sound and acupoint stimulation to balance your energy and get your mind clear and focused, all in under an hour’s time.
3. Drum Sticks ($165-$225, Reliquary Spa & Salon, Hard Rock Hotel. 702.693.5520)
Oh, if only Tommy Lee could perform this one, dressed in only a white towel... This signature Reliquary treatment is considered a massage ritual used to rebalance the body’s energy. Through drumming, tapping and rolling bamboo reeds deep over muscles and trigger points, you’ll want to call your spa therapist “Dr. Feelgood” by the end.
4. Espresso Scrub and Massage ($200-$285, The Spa at Red Rock Resort. 702.797.7878)
Expresso Scrub and Massage
Instead of reaching for that next K-Cup for your Keurig, think about a different type of coffee pick-me-up. Used as a natural exfoliant, coffee grounds scrub off dead skins cells and prepare your skin to soak up a mixture of sea salt, shea butter, herbal extracts, coconut and jojoba oil, which is then gently massaged into your skin. The 60- or 80-minute treatment leaves your skin supple and you, refreshed and absolutely raring to go.
5. Aura-Soma Synergy ($400, Qua Baths & Spa, Caesars Palace. 866.782.0655)
Consider this treatment the James Brown of spa treatments. Just as Brown sang, “I’ve got soul and I’m super bad,” with the help of the Aura-Soma certified practitioner you’ll take a journey through your soul and find out just how bad you are. The 135-minute self-discovery adventure uses color and light therapy to zero in on what motivates and inspires you. Combined with a lomilomi massage and a cranial sacral technique, your mind, body and soul will be feelin’ good … so nice, “like sugar and spice.”
6. The Acne Attacker ($165, Glow—A Mandara Spa, Tropicana. 702.739.2680)
Call the coroner in for this one, because your blemishes are about to kick the bucket. After an expert performs any extractions of blemishes found on your face, a soothing application of the spa’s No “Zit” Sherlock acne formula is applied to treated skin; even skin that gets irritated will be able to rest in peace.
7. Black Pearl Rejuvenation Facial ($160, The Spa at Trump, Trump International. 702.982.0000)
Black Pearl Rejuvenation Facial
Hey, if it’s good enough for the royals of Chinese dynasties… Black pearl powder has been used for centuries for its natural, nourishing moisturizers and ability to rejuvenate dry, dull skin. Also known for its mix of calcium, minerals and amino acids, black pearls aid in anti-aging treatments such as this facial, that leaves the face soft, glowing and younger looking.
8. Cabernet Crush ($235, Spa Aquae, JW Marriott. 877.869.8777)
Don’t drink just to unwind—by implementing wine into the Cabernet Crush spa treatment, you can pamper and hydrate your skin, too. This unique process starts off with a crushed red grape and orange blossom exfoliation. Then, it’s wine overload with a warm wine and honey body wrap and a wine body oil massage. Who says it’s not time? Anytime, and in many ways, it’s always a good time for wine.
9. Chocolate Raspberry Anti-Aging Facial ($190-$200, Grand Spa, MGM Grand. 702.891.3077)
Who knew that indulging in sweets could be done without racking up calories—and aid in anti-aging, to boot? This organic specialty facial, which is free of chemical preservatives and parabens, commands results for turning back the clock on sun damage and dehydrated skin. Cocoa and fruit acids actually hold anti-aging elements within their natural makeup and can assist in skin regeneration and repair.
