Amber Spa (Chicago, IL)
Amber Spa combines a peaceful and beautifully modern environment with a highly trained, friendly staff to offer the most advanced spa services available. Enjoy facials, massages, manicures, pedicures, waxing and body treatments, and more in a tranquil atmosphere with beautiful paintings and stained glass works on display.
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Ok, well I review them all of the time because I absolutely LOVE their facials. However, this was the first time that I had received a massage...I must say, I was not impressed. Maybe it was because I am used to a different type but I will not be going back for a massage but definitely a facial.
Again, facial is amazing!!! I love it. No pressure to buy but they are very helpful if you are interested. There is a little noise but I honestly try to go during the day during the week...ahhhh complete relaxation and your skin looks and feels amazing after. I love it. NOt to mention it is a fraction of the prices of the BIG name places in the city that just look at you as dollar signs...
This wasn't one of the worst experiences ever - which is why it got 1 instead of 0 stars - but it was still pretty bad.
It's a no frills spa, i.e. no lounge area, shower, or changing area - which is totally fine by me - and the space is nice. Like everyone else mentioned, though, if you're not going to have enclosed rooms, the staff there MUST be constantly cognizant of the noise level. It wasn't noisy, per se, but every word and sound cool be heard in the treatment 'rooms.'
I came here because of special via Goldstar, $40 for an hour massage and $40 for an hour facial. The massage was average, the facial was poor. Agnes, the massage therapist was pleasant and friendly; the massage was fine. The reason it was only average was because she didn't apply much pressure, it just felt like someone was applying lotion most of the time.
The facial was done by Maggie, and I was pretty annoyed when I finally left the spa. You fill out a brochure, like normal, with your skin routine and information. I listed that my skin is oily. HOWEVER, she proceeded to douse my face with oil and massage it for about 10 minutes. (The massage would've been nice, but the whole time I was thinking about all the oil oozing INTO my pores and it was grossing me out.) Then, to make matters worse, when she turns the steam on my face she says she'll leave me for 10 minutes. (My experience it has been about 5 min, but whatever.) She proceeds to leave me there for 20 minutes while she goes to get a snack... no, seriously, I heard her get a bowl and spoon! I was totally sweating by the time she came back. Then, because she wasted all that time with the steam, she rushed the rest to get done in time for her next client. I also heard another employee walk in with a bag of chips and sounded like she was crunching the bag loudly for about 5 min before Maggie had to go tell her to be quiet... like they never heard these complaints before?
When I used the restroom before leaving, my face looked like an oil slick.
If I break out because of this crappy facial, I'm going to be pissed! I will most likely NOT return to this spa, and would advise against your decision to as well... there are too many other terrific options. If you're budget conscious, check out SpaForever. If you have cash to spend, check out Spacio.
As usual, this place does such an amazing job. The only down fall is that the walls in the rooms dont go all the way up to the ceilings so you can hear your surroundings BUT this place is totally worth going to. It is by far one of the best places that I have ever received a facial at. Plus, if you let your mind relax, you dont need walls, just go in your relaxation!
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Amber Spa combines a peaceful and beautifully modern environment with a highly trained, friendly staff to offer the most advanced spa services available. When you enter the spa, you feel the tranquil vibe displayed by the decor created by Teresa Beker. Local artist Rich Greene's paintings complement the wall decor, while Marianna Grzegorczyk's stained glass works create a true Amber identity.
Website: http://www.amberspa2040.com/
European Facial (1 hour)
Deep Cleansing European treatment for normal, dry or oily skin. Removes congestion and toxins trapped under the skin’s surface, leaving it clean, healthy and glowing.
Swedish Massage (1 hour)
This relaxing massage is designed to relieve tension, increase circulation, improve skin and muscletone and soothe tired muscles.
Arctic Algae Wrap (1 hour)
A nutrient rich layer of Norwegian Artic Algae seaweed is applied over tour entire body. Next, an Algae Artic mask is applied to your freshly cleansed face. The micro-nutrients present in the algae penetrate your skin, reviving-up your circulation, replacing lost minerals and detoxifying.
Microdermabrasion (1 hour)
Microdemabrasion is the most natural way to evenly and safely exfoliate the skin without chemicals or laser. This treatment utilizes crystrals to finely resurface superficial layers of the skin.
Herbal Wrap (1 hour)
This potent, regenerative treatment is based on Herbology, the ancient science of healing with herbs. First, your body is lightly massaged with warmed hazelnut oil, followed by an exfoliating body polish with granulated Chinese herbs. This rejuvenating natural treatment is designed to retexturize your body and face, smooth your skin and reduce stress.
Body Wrap/Salt Glow (30 minutes)
Special mixture of sea salt, powdered herbs and minerals blended with aromatherapy oils and massaged onto your body, gently sweeping away dead cells and buffing your skin to a smooth finish.
Amber Spa combines a peaceful and beautifully modern environment with a highly trained, friendly staff to offer the most advanced spa services available. When you enter the spa, you feel the tranquil vibe displayed by the decor created by Teresa Beker. Local artist Rich Greene's paintings complement the wall decor, while Marianna Grzegorczyk's stained glass works create a true Amber identity. "Amber Spa operates without the pretentious air you'll often find at other spas, and aims not only to give you optimal results, but also to give you a truly enjoyable experience combined in a peaceful, and beautifully decorated environment," says owner Ewa Tomic. The entire staff is certified in the field that they are practicing and licensed in the city of Chicago.