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You feel like you’re in Morocco at this women-only hammam. Karina, the owner, welcomes you with a warm smile and explains all the options: steam, black soap scrub, hair wash, body massage. They take the time to make you happy. Be sure to get your complimentary glass of homemade citronnade juice with fleur d’orange. It’s the best in Paris. Many women walk around wearing nothing but the disposable underwear provided, but there aren’t many people there at one time, so even if you are timid, you’ll be comfortable. You can also bring your own swimwear.
O'Kari Hammam
22 Rue Dussoubs
You feel like you’re in Morocco at this women-only hammam. Karina, the owner, welcomes you with a warm smile and explains all the options: steam, black soap scrub, hair wash, body massage. They take the time to make you happy. Be sure to get your complimentary glass of homemade citronnade juice with fleur d’orange. It’s the best in Paris. Many women walk around wearing nothing but the disposable underwear provided, but there aren’t many people there at one time, so even if you are timid, you’ll be comfortable. You can also bring your own swimwear.
Aminata has magic hands. She’s the best person in Paris to go to for hair extensions done without glue or keratin. Her technique doesn’t damage or break the hair, which is why this place is so popular. She specializes in blond hair, but whatever your color or texture, she’ll transform it in an amazing way. If you can’t get an appointment with Aminata, or just want a blow-dry, see Sam. He is the king of the blow-dry. Make your appointment three to four days in advance.
Aminata Paris
23 Av. de Wagram
Aminata has magic hands. She’s the best person in Paris to go to for hair extensions done without glue or keratin. Her technique doesn’t damage or break the hair, which is why this place is so popular. She specializes in blond hair, but whatever your color or texture, she’ll transform it in an amazing way. If you can’t get an appointment with Aminata, or just want a blow-dry, see Sam. He is the king of the blow-dry. Make your appointment three to four days in advance.
Whether I want something natural or to look like Nicki Minaj, I always come to this nail salon on the second floor of Citadium department store. The sisters who own it do amazing things to my nails. They work fast and can do any design. My friends always ask where I get my nails done. It’s possible to just show up and get in, but you may have to wait a while, so try to book ahead. The manicure can take up to an hour and costs about €38, depending on the design and color. But it lasts a long time.
Nail Xperience / 2nd floor CITADIUM
56 Rue de Caumartin
Whether I want something natural or to look like Nicki Minaj, I always come to this nail salon on the second floor of Citadium department store. The sisters who own it do amazing things to my nails. They work fast and can do any design. My friends always ask where I get my nails done. It’s possible to just show up and get in, but you may have to wait a while, so try to book ahead. The manicure can take up to an hour and costs about €38, depending on the design and color. But it lasts a long time.
My mom always said it’s important to have soft skin, which is why I developed my own line of beauty products. We sell them at this showroom, a light-filled space with exposed brick walls under the viaduct in the 12th arrondissement. Our bestseller is the Whipped Cream with aloe vera and apricot. You put it on your face at night. We also offer hair consultations, makeup tutorials, and a new concept called YogaBeauty, in which you sample our products and then relax in yoga poses. The hourlong session is free, but limited to 20 people.
Le Loft Beauté HapsatouSy
1 bis Avenue Daumesnil
My mom always said it’s important to have soft skin, which is why I developed my own line of beauty products. We sell them at this showroom, a light-filled space with exposed brick walls under the viaduct in the 12th arrondissement. Our bestseller is the Whipped Cream with aloe vera and apricot. You put it on your face at night. We also offer hair consultations, makeup tutorials, and a new concept called YogaBeauty, in which you sample our products and then relax in yoga poses. The hourlong session is free, but limited to 20 people.
The Watsu water treatment at this spa inside the Royal Monceau hotel is pure bliss. A therapist submerges you in a pool of warm water where you float with your eyes closed and ears under water. Soon you forget about everything around you. It’s like being back in the womb. When you are waiting for your Watsu, relax on one of their big comfortable couches drinking fresh-squeezed fruit juice.
Spa My Blend by Clarins
37 Av. Hoche
The Watsu water treatment at this spa inside the Royal Monceau hotel is pure bliss. A therapist submerges you in a pool of warm water where you float with your eyes closed and ears under water. Soon you forget about everything around you. It’s like being back in the womb. When you are waiting for your Watsu, relax on one of their big comfortable couches drinking fresh-squeezed fruit juice.
You’ll find a grab bag of health and beauty products here. It’s the only pharmacy in Paris, for instance, where you can also buy healthy pasta and tomato sauce. It’s owned by two sisters who have a partnership with Colette, a local concept store, and offers lots of independent brands, like Erborian, Docteur Valnet, and even HapsatouSy. It’s the only pharmacy in the city that will deliver your order in less than an hour.
La Grande Pharmacie Bailly
108-110 Rue Saint-Lazare
You’ll find a grab bag of health and beauty products here. It’s the only pharmacy in Paris, for instance, where you can also buy healthy pasta and tomato sauce. It’s owned by two sisters who have a partnership with Colette, a local concept store, and offers lots of independent brands, like Erborian, Docteur Valnet, and even HapsatouSy. It’s the only pharmacy in the city that will deliver your order in less than an hour.
When I dream about having sexy, Sophia Loren eyes, this is where I go. Giambattista is one of the best eye care specialists in Paris. He looks into your eyes and tries to understand them the way a sculptor studies marble. He redesigns eyelashes and eyebrows with special powder techniques, and the results are nothing but natural. It’s easy to feel like a star at this eyebrow salon because only one person is booked and treated at a time.
La Villa Du Regard
5 Rue de Surène
When I dream about having sexy, Sophia Loren eyes, this is where I go. Giambattista is one of the best eye care specialists in Paris. He looks into your eyes and tries to understand them the way a sculptor studies marble. He redesigns eyelashes and eyebrows with special powder techniques, and the results are nothing but natural. It’s easy to feel like a star at this eyebrow salon because only one person is booked and treated at a time.
If I’m having a bad hair day, I make an express visit to this salon in the 14th arrondissement. The decor is very modern, with large, square chairs in front of floor-length mirrors. There’s even a courtyard to relax in during or before treatments. Splurge for the 30-minute head massage. Imen is the best for hair coloring and keratin treatments. If I bring a photo of what I want, she’ll be sure to make it happen.
world cut
70 Rue Didot
If I’m having a bad hair day, I make an express visit to this salon in the 14th arrondissement. The decor is very modern, with large, square chairs in front of floor-length mirrors. There’s even a courtyard to relax in during or before treatments. Splurge for the 30-minute head massage. Imen is the best for hair coloring and keratin treatments. If I bring a photo of what I want, she’ll be sure to make it happen.

Sightseeing

Everything about this spa is so peaceful. The decor is modern and sophisticated, but not bling-bling. They have a very big indoor swimming pool with lots of beds around to relax and drink a juice cocktail. You can even get your pedicure at one of the lounge chairs, and they will pull curtains around so it feels private. Roberto. He’s a masseur who takes care of all the dancers from the Paris Opera and gives one of the best massages in the city. The second he touches your skin, you’ll be in paradise.
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Hôtel Costes
7 Rue de Castiglione
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Everything about this spa is so peaceful. The decor is modern and sophisticated, but not bling-bling. They have a very big indoor swimming pool with lots of beds around to relax and drink a juice cocktail. You can even get your pedicure at one of the lounge chairs, and they will pull curtains around so it feels private. Roberto. He’s a masseur who takes care of all the dancers from the Paris Opera and gives one of the best massages in the city. The second he touches your skin, you’ll be in paradise.