Elmhurst is Home to Spectacular Spas

Are you frazzled, tense, suffering from ragged cuticles and clogged pores? Time to head to a spa. Quickly. It's much cheaper and more enjoyable than a nervous breakdown, which may or may not be the alternative. Why take chances?

, 131 N. Addison Ave., Elmhurst, 630-834-4111

From the 30-minute relaxing scalp treatment to the glycolic foot de-stressor treatment, Deborah Davis can take care of just about every square inch of your body. Whatever you want relaxed, renewed, removed or restored, you can find the service here.

A Shear Encounter, 129 W. Vallette St., Elmhurst, 630-279-7155

Whether you need a day at the spa for yourself or your entire bridal party, A Shear Encounter has you covered, from hair and makeup design, to aromatherapy wraps and massage, and manicures and pedicures. How about trying a hydrotherapy tub treatment for complete renewal?

, 176 N. York St., Elmhurst, 630-758-0038

Another full-service salon and spa, Salon Efthimia is an Aveda Lifestyle salon; breathe in that signature rosemary mint Aveda fragrance. Packages include everything from the 2 1/2-hour Quick Escape to the 7-hour Full Day Getaway.

, 111 W. 2nd St., Elmhurst, 630-279-8261

Entourage offers customized special events for bridal parties, birthdays, or corporate events. You can create your own spa package from among the many massage, skin and nail care options available, and you can either choose from a customized menu option or they'll  work with your choice of a preferred caterer.

, 124 N. York St., Elmhurst, 630-530-1771

Do you need to fit a lot of pampering into a small amount of time? Try the Simply Mini-Remedy, a mini-facial, manicure and express pedicure for $70 that only takes about an hour and a half.

, 183 E. Butterfield Road, Elmhurst, 630-834-6300

Have you been ignoring your chakras? You better attend to them immediately! Add hot packs or hot rocks to your massage for added moist or dry heat.