Be a Little Selfish in Calgary This Christmas

Christmas is supposed to be about others – but that doesn’t mean you should be killing yourself.

If you’ve lost sleep trying to find the perfect gift or card for everyone you know, its’ time to also treat yo self.

Luckily, Calgary has an abundance of first-rate spas all over the city, so a little pre-holiday rejuvenation is now as simple as Santa stealing a plate of cookies.   

Skoah
For the stressed out YP, the Skoah holiday facial is just what the doctor ordered. This seasonal special includes an extensive exfoliation treatment, an upper body massage, and of course a signature facial to help you glow through the rest of the month.

With several locations around the city, why not? Last minute shoppers will also delight in the fact that Skoah has a shop right in Chinook mall.

Talk about killing two birds with one stone.

Baan Thai
This will be one of the most memorable massages of your life. If you’ve never had a Thai style treatment before then here’s the last thing to cross off your to-do list in 2014. 

For the person who’s looking for the most invigorating treatment ever, you’ll love the Thai aroma oil massage. For an hour straight you’ll be rubbed from head to toe in fragrant oil. 

Just be warned these treatments do involve being twisted and stretched by your masseuse, so if you’re after something a little more relaxing, keep reading.

Butter
During the holidays, dealing with a bad hair day is just like the icing on the Christmas cake. Skip the hairspray and book in at Butter for a blow out. 

Having good hair makes any seasonal situation better.

Stillwater
If you’re working up until the bitter end, the Hyatt’s spa offers luxury and convenience for anyone in the Core.

If you just can’t find any time to spoil yourself, skip your lunch break and opt in for the Nourish Nooner treatment. In just 60 minutes you’ll feel like a new person with a pedicure, manicure, and massage.

Not to mention a boxed gourmet lunch to eat when you’re back at your desk.

Everyone has time for this.

But… if you’re ready to treat yourself to some serious pampering, opt-in for the Refresh, Retreat, or Tranquility treatments that last about 3 hours and will make you feel lighter and more relaxed than your own team of reindeer pulling you in an oversized sled. 

We’re sure Santa would approve.

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