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Health and beauty in New York: Critics' picks

The best spas in New York

We've scoured the city to find the top ten spas for cheap massages, splurgeworthy facials or places to lounge all day.

Best cheap manicures

Get your nails pruned and polished for $10 or less at one of these TONY-approved salons.

Technology-relieving spa treatments

Step away from your gadgets, and seek respite from the havoc they wreak with one of these services.

Christo Fifth Avenue sale

  • Price band: 3/4
  • Critics choice

Get a new summer look at this curl-friendly salon with an exclusive TONY deal.

  1. Christo Fifth Avenue 574 Fifth Ave, between 46th and 47th Sts, fifth floor
  2. Tue Jun 18 - Sat Aug 31
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Top ten: Nail-art salons

When it comes to mesmerizing manicures, these crafty spots can do it all.

Best facials

Get yourself a fresh, rejuvenated face.

Nutrition classes and healthy cooking classes

Complement your fitness routine by learning how to fuel your body the right way with these nutrition classes. 

Offbeat spa treatments

We tested three wacky services to find out if they actually work. 


Best spas, salons and gyms in New York

Best spa hotels

Be pampered, preened and pummeled at these indulgent retreats. 

Best salons for curly hair

These specialty salons cater to your curls.

Best spray-tanning salons

Snookin' for a pro spray tan in NYC? These bronzing temples have earned their gold mettle.

Best salons for men

Get pampered at these dude-friendly salons.

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Best products

Mascaras with unique applicators

The brush heads and packaging of these mascaras simplify the process of defining your lashes.

Three-in-one beauty products

Save space in your cosmetic bag (and apartment!) with these multitasking beauty products.

Garden-scented beauty products

These garden-scented beauty products capture the fragrances of vegetables and herbs.

Men's grooming products

These items will get you ready for your next date.


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