5 L.A. Spots to Visit for the Ultimate Self-Care Whether you’re looking for a micro-treatment or a relaxing massage, L.A.’s got you covered. by MICHELLE ROSTAMIAN
Whether you're visiting Los Angeles for work or play, you certainly don't have to look too hard to find a spot to unwind and reenergize. There are places you can visit to fight off those post-flight achy muscles (like The Raven Spa in Silver Lake) or re-up your hydration levels after a night out on the town via a vitamin drip (like Venice's Pause Studio). If you're trying not to fall behind on your workout routine, pop into one of the city's many fitness studios to stay on track (like the beginner-friendly Rumble Boxing in West Hollywood). And if just plain relaxation is your goal, there's no shortage of destinations that provide just that (the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire Spa makes for a memorable spa escape). All this is to say, L.A. takes self-care very seriously. Here are the best wellness spots to visit the next time you're in town.
{ The Raven Spa } TAKE A BREAK from the hustle and bustle at the Raven Spa. There are two locations to choose from— Silver Lake and Santa Monica—both of which ooze a soothing, serene ambience that makes either a quiet and refreshing getaway from the fast-paced L.A. lifestyle. The spa specializes in traditional Thai massage (great for releasing tension and energizing your mind and body), but it also offers prenatal massages, decadent couples massages, and 10 SOCALPULSE.COM JANUARY 2023
acupuncture, as well as two types of facials. If you're visiting the Santa Monica location, don't forget to utilize the hammam, where you can experience the unique skin-nourishing benefits of a Turkish soak, scrub, and oil massage.
{ Pause Studio } ONE VISIT TO Pause Studio and you'll realize why it's called that— each treatment gently encourages you to pause and engage in rejuvenating self-care. The wellness
studio has three locations in greater Los Angeles (Venice, West Hollywood, and the South Bay), and the offered services can accommodate a variety of needs. The studio specializes in two core offerings: floats and saunas. Take a dip into one of the three float tanks and enjoy falling into a deeply meditative state, or engage in the detoxifying benefits of their full-spectrum infrared sauna treatment to soothe sore muscles. Finish up your day at the studio with some cryotherapy (perfect for targeting