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Beauty & Wellness
Spas, self-care, and the wellness rituals trending from the Gold Coast to Oak Park.
Lash and Brow Studios Boom Along Chicago's Andersonville Corridor
Eyelash extension and brow studios have opened rapidly along Chicago's Andersonville corridor, reflecting a broader regional boom in specialized beauty microservices.
Northern Illinois Lake Resorts Add Wellness Packages to Capture Summer Tourism Spending
Resorts near northern Illinois's lake communities are introducing bundled wellness packages combining spa treatments and outdoor fitness classes.
West Loop Luxury Day Spas Court Downtown Corporate Clientele With Lunch-Hour Packages
Luxury day spas in the West Loop are introducing express lunch-hour treatment packages designed for downtown Chicago professionals.
Clean Beauty Retailer Expands Lincoln Park Storefront Amid Growing Ingredient-Conscious Demand
A Lincoln Park clean beauty retailer expanded its storefront as demand grows among shoppers seeking transparency about cosmetic ingredients.
Champaign Nutrition Coaching Clinics See Growing Demand From Rural Clients
Nutrition coaching clinics in Champaign report growing demand as rural downstate Illinois clients seek personalized dietary guidance closer to home.
Gold Coast Medical Spas Report Surge in Injectable Treatment Demand
Medical spas across Chicago's Gold Coast are reporting a sharp increase in demand for injectable treatments as more clients seek preventative rather than corrective care.
Chicago's First Refillable Beauty Products Store Opens in Logan Square
A new refillable beauty and personal care products store opened in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood, letting customers refill containers to cut packaging waste.
Oak Park Day Spas Add Men's Grooming Services Amid Rising Male Clientele
Day spas across Oak Park are expanding men's grooming service menus as male clients increasingly seek facials, waxing, and skincare treatments.
$226 for Rushed Refills, a Cut Toe, and Strong Fumes on Christmas Eve at #1 Nails And Spa
A mother and daughter came in on Christmas Eve because the salon was open late, then felt rushed, were charged $226 without full sets, and dealt with a cut toe, a harsh drill, and strong cleaning fumes. A look at clear pricing, an unhurried pace, and a safe, gentle service.