The Best Vegan-Friendly Spas in the U.S.
Going vegan is not only great for your body internally, but externally as well– in the form of treatments for your skin. In fact, there are a number of wonderful vegan-friendly spas throughout the U.S. that offer treatments that refresh the body, mind and spirit.
When pampering yourself in a day spa, sometimes the ingredients that are used may be safe for your body, but are harmful to the environment, as products can be tested on animals or contain animal-derived products. Moreover, spas may be using harmful disinfectants and non-biodegradable cleaning products, which produce unnecessary waste – these can all be toxic to you and the environment.
Vegan spas are the way to go. From the east, to the west coast, and places in between, going to a vegan spa is better for you and the environment.
New York
Brooklyn’s Green Spa and Wellness Center offers services, such as a vegan manicure and pedicure, organic facials and clay body wraps; but these treatments are not just designed for women– this spa also offers vegan-friendly treatments for men as well. From using recycled paper for their business cards, to their menus, to the paints on their walls, this spa truly goes all the way with being eco-friendly.
Washington, D.C.
A signature body treatment at The Nusta Spa in Washington D.C. is the Dead Sea Mud Wrap, which exfoliates your body to reveal nourished and restored skin. The Milk and Honey Manicure is another available treatment that uses milk, honey, grape seed oil, almond oil and aloe vera to improve the feel and physical appearance of your hands. The Nusta Spa also offers package treatments for the bride-to-be.
Florida
At the eco-friendly Miami spa, Belleza, you can find treatments such as aromatherapy massages with essential oils, which are far better than artificial scents in many ways. They also use body scrubs that are 100% natural, such as their chocolate scrub, and they offer a delectable “Chocoluscious” manicure and pedicure treatment.
Illinois
Long Grove, Illinois is home to Mariola’s Organic Spa and Retreat, which prides itself in being green. Their Organic Pro Peel Treatment – made up of fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices – is used to remove dead skin and clear pores, leaving you with glowing, healthy skin. The spa also features a soy-based hair removal treatment. From production to cleaning products to packaging, this spa is truly green.
Texas
Spa Habitat is an organic spa and apothecary located in Dallas, Texas. The spa also has branches in Plano/Frisco, Texas and Thackerville, Oklahoma. Their signature organic massage features warm herbal packs, while the summer citrus massage harnesses the power of fruit to relax and refresh the body. Furthermore, Spa Habitat offers unisex waxing that uses 100% organic sugar mixed with pure essential oils, and natural wax that is made from beeswax and pine resin.
California
The GreenBliss EcoSpa is a mobile spa service based in Los Angeles, California. You can utilize their spa services right at home, or for events and parties. For instance, have a hand and foot pampering party for you and your friends that features aromatherapy, sugar and salts to treat your feet. Not only are their treatments organic, but they purchase products from small businesses and from those who engage in fair trade practices.
Care for the environment while taking care of yourself by supporting and heading over to any of these vegan and eco-friendly spa retreats.
Marcela De Vivo is a freelance writer in Los Angeles whose writing offers beauty tips and advice for skin, hair and nails. She loves being pampered and if she can help save the environment at the same time, even better! Follow her on Facebook and Twitter today!
