Best Hair Salon
Marin is a beautiful place. So why not channel that outer beauty with equally well-tended hair? Lengths that flow like the waterfalls of Cascade Canyon, more vibrant than local wildflowers and as strong as Mount Tamalpais’ pair of peaks, can all be yours — just book an appointment.
CHRISTOPHER SALON
23 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.888.2646, christopher-salon.com
COOPER ALLEY
2215 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur. 628.888.1072, cooperalleysalon.com
Miller and Mane
45 Camino Alto #106, Mill Valley. 415.569.5000, millerandmane.com
MILVALI SALON AND COSMETICS
3 E Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.0988, milvali.com
NH2 SALON
208 Vintage Way #K29, Novato. 415.897.8777, nh2salon.com
PLUM SALON
221 Corte Madera Ave, Corte Madera. 415.927.1486, plumsalonmarin.com
Photo of Christopher Salon by Debra Tarrant
Best Massage
The word massage comes from the Greek massein, which means “to knead.” And though the pushing, plying and pressing of overworked muscles — executed expertly as you drift into a sleep-like state — are enough of a draw for regular appointments with your favorite masseuse, the many health benefits of the time-honored treatment don’t hurt either. With perks ranging from reduction of pain, blood pressure and anxiety to better sleep, you can consider your next spa visit a medical expense.
BAY CLUB MARIN
220 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera. 415.945.3000, bayclubs.com
CAVALLO POINT SPA
601 Murray Circle, Sausalito. 415.339.4767, cavallopoint.com
EVO SPA
800 Redwood Hwy Frontage Road #216, Mill Valley. 415.383.3223, evo-spa.com
INTERNATIONAL ORANGE
2421 Larkspur Landing Circle #43, Larkspur. 415.563.5000, internationalorange.com
SIMPLY INSPIRED
158 Almonte Blvd, Mill Valley. 415.383.8260, simplyinspiredspa.com
SOULSTICE SPA
501 Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.729.9121, soulsticemindbodyspa.com
Best Facial
Makeup is second only to skin care, and a good facial is a bare face’s best friend. Between steam and exfoliation, extraction and hydration, a bit of above-neck restoration makes for a radiant canvas primed for decoration — or a stand-alone reveal. We suggest taking these local complexion cleanups at face value.
CAVALLO POINT SPA – Organic Oxygen Facial
For a youthful glow. (Sausalito) cavallopoint.com
EVA CLAIBORNE – The HydraFacial MD
For smoothing and hydration. (Tiburon) tiburonskincare.com
EVO SPA – Intraceuticals Oxygen Facial
For an infusion of age-defying antioxidants. (Mill Valley) evo-spa.com
INTERNATIONAL ORANGE – IO Signature Facial
For an exfoliated polish. (Larkspur) internationalorange.com
TERESE EUROPEAN SKIN AND BODY CARE – European Deep Cleansing Facial
For extraction and radiance. (San Rafael) euro.skincaretherapy.net
Best Nail Salon
Meticulously managed digits are a sure sign of togetherness — or the easiest way to fake it. Luckily, Marin’s best salons make the process as enjoyable as the subsequent admiration.
BELLA ROUGE NAIL AND SPA
A hot oil treatment helps ensure hands are ready to show off, whichever new hue you choose. (Kentfield) bellarouge nailspa.com
CHAMPAGNE SALON AND DAY SPA
Champagne Salon and Day Spa This salon is a must-visit for those who favor their polish with a side of quiet time. Ask for the Spa Manicure and enjoy a skin-soothing paraffin treatment. (Tiburon) champagnesalonanddayspa.com
DOLLS AND DANDY NAIL LOUNGE
Revel in your impending paint job in an airy, relaxing space in the heart of Mill Valley. The Dolls Classic package may make over your notion of manicure. (Mill Valley) dollsanddandy.com
FINGERS AND TOES
Consistency is key at this San Rafael establishment, with artfully performed services offered by each and every manicurist. (San Rafael) 415.492.9000
NAILS NUMBER ONE
Supremely affordable with easy parking and a friendly staff, this Marin City mainstay is a reliable one. (Marin City) 415.289.0669
ROSEMARY SPA
Up the ante on your mani with a sugar scrub and hand, feet, shoulder or neck massage — a mini spa experience for those on the go. (Mill Valley) rosemaryspa.com
THREE SISTERS NAIL SALON
A fan favorite for attention to detail, this salon is clean, accommodating and scrupulous. (San Rafael) 415.454.9662
Best Alternative Treatment
Alone, an apple a day probably won’t keep you out of the doctor’s office — but a fruity orb crunched in conjunction with one of these wellness alternatives just might.
BODY TREATMENT – Marin IV Vitamin Therapy
Hook up to an intravenous attachment that drips personalized vitamins and nutrients, or choose from a premixed vitamin cocktail (no, not that kind). (Larkspur) bodytreatmedboutique.com
BRRRRR CRYOTHERAPY
Take your cool to the next level with icy spot therapy and CryoFacials crafted to boost collagen, a process said to make complexions generally brighter and tighter. (San Rafael) brrrrrcryotherapy.com
CONSCIOUS DRIFT
Float on — by appointment. Deprive your senses and promote relaxation and awareness while combating physical pain with a stint in a sensory deprivation tank. (Fairfax) consciousdrift.com
CRYOTHERAPY WHOLEBODY
Chill out with some cryotherapy (translation: cold cure). The rapid constriction of blood vessels is said to release endorphins, improving mood while boosting metabolism and circulation. (Corte Madera) cryotherapywholebody.com
EVO SPA – Far-Infrared Sauna
Detoxify your entire being — down to the cells — with a bask in an infrared sauna, which removes toxins and burns calories. (Mill Valley) evo-spa.com
HOLISTIC CHINESE CHAIR MASSAGE
Loosen up at this unassuming and highly lauded massage joint, with rubdowns so relaxing you might be able to take your therapist off speed dial. (Novato) 415.763.3030
SIMPLY INSPIRED SPA – Far-Infrared Sauna
This spa likens its infrared offering to “sitting next to a fire at the beach when it is cold outside” — a welcome alternative to a sweat session in a traditional sauna. (Mill Valley) simplyinspiredspa.com
