Your interactive family guide to Spain as recommended by local mums | Last updated 9 hours ago
Below we have listed some of our members recommendations for health & beauty salons in Barcelona. If you think we have missed something special, please do send us your recommendation
Facials, Manicures, waxing, massages, tanning and much more at thsi popular salon in downtown Barcelona
Almirall Churruca 8, Bajos Bis
Barcelona, 08003
932 219 112
609 18 83 80
http://www.centroesteticabcn.com/en/
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"I like Neena Mistry`s salon in the Barceloneta, Neena is British and does threading (also Indian head massage & great hot stones back massage)" (LP. November 2011)
Located in the heart of Barcelona`s beautiful Eixample district, Ambrosia spa offers a wealth of different Thai, Arab, Japanese and traditional treatments. The products they use are 100% natural and can be bought directly at the spa or from their website. Men's treatments are also available.
Passatge Domingo, 9, 08007 Barcelona
Tel 628 317 320 / 931 863 342
info@ambrosiaspabcn.com
www.ambrosiaspabcn.com
**AMBROSIA SPA IS OFFERING MUMABROAD MEMBERS A 10% DISCOUNT ON ALL TREATMENTS**
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"I can highly recommend the Ambrosia Spa. It’s a really lovely place in a great, central location, ideal for some girly relaxation and pampering. I had the Thai message and it was amazing. I went in the middle of a pretty tough week, feeling quite stressed with aches and pains in my shoulders, neck and lower back and came away feeling like the weight of the world had been removed! All the treatment rooms are cosy and relaxing, and individually styled depending on what kind of treatment you’re having. So for the Thai massage I was on a low futon double-bed in a Thai styled room. They have other rooms with showers, hydro baths and even one with a sauna for a few people, so in that sense it’s an ideal place to go with a group. Price wise I think it’s pretty reasonable as well, certainly not as expensive as the more well known spas in Barcelona like Bliss and Six Senses.I will definitely go back for more treatments, I quite fancy the Chocolate Therapy facial – it sounds delicious!" (LV, Sep 2011)
Retro-style english-speaking hairdressers in Gracia, Raval and more recently in Eixample.
Calle Ros de Olano 19, 932180449 Calle San Pau 122, 934413177 and Calle Corsega 363, 934574211 info@anthonyllobet.com www.anthonyllobet.com
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"Great music whilst the barnet is being chopped and also lots of interesting pictures in the loo!" (ER, Nov 07)
Beauty Time is a beauty salon located in Ciutat Vella.
Hostal de'n Sol 3-5 Bajos 932681589 www.beautytimebcn.com
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Lots of very tempting treatments in this hidden away salon. On offer, among others is chocotherapia (an irresistable massage using chocolate-based products!). They have all the usual manicure, pedicure, facials etc too
The only centre in Barcelona (that we know of) that offers this type of yoga, much practised on the celebrity circuit. Not only is it hugely enjoyable, the pounds just fall off.
Pau Claris 97, Pral. 933925130 www.bikramyoga.es
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This place has a great introductory offer of unlimited sessions for just 15 euros for the first week. Also has pregnancy yoga and yoga for kids
This hairdressers/beauticians, close to Plaza Catalunya, has all the regular treatments on offer for men and women
Calle Ausias Marc, 9-11, 93 3424486 www.bluestationbycebado.com
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The facial (by Montse) is highly recommended! There is also an outlet at L'Illa Shopping Centre
Open since October 2009 Bliss barcelona boasts 700 square metres arranged over two floors featuring a retail beauty boutique, two manicure and two pedicure nail stations, eight treatment rooms and men's and women's lounges for post-treatment relaxation. bliss barcelona also features a shared wet area, steam room, sauna and indoor Jacuzzi. The massage and facial mecca brings a fun, ‘no attitude' atmosphere to Barcelona with its signature menu of spa services.
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"If you’re looking for some pampering that’s a bit special then BIiss Spa at the W Hotel is the place to go. The treatments are literally bliss, and the pedicure I had (on a reclining armchair, eating delicious brownies, quaffing cava and watching Sex & the City) was a really good one that lasted about 4 weeks! It’s a great place to go for a day out with the girls, or even if you just want some ‘me’ time. Once you are there you get to use all the spa facilities including the gym and there’s a free cava/brownie/nibbles buffet. Personally I would go just for the cava!" (LV, July 2010)
Sarah Scott offers massages for women in Chavutti Thirumal / Deep Tissue / Indian Head Massage & Yoga.
(+34) 609176505 www.saramalena.net
Emma is a stylist at the Antony Llobet Salon
C/ Sant Pau, 122 934413177
Comments:
She is great and not too expensive - not only a great stylist and colorist who does exactly what you ask for if you know what that is, but also a lovely person. Plus very reasonably priced and English speaking. Recommended by several BWN Members.
This renowned hairdressers, in the heart of el Born, is for the more adventurous among you.
Calle Argenteria 70, 933104807 lapelu@lapelu.com www.lapelu.com
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La Pelu like you to come out of the salon feeling that you have undergone some kind of image change - even it is soley for the walk home. All stylists are very professional and their specialism is colour. Average price 40 euros.
Excellent value from these Tony & Guy trained hairdressers.
Calle Allada Vermell 16, 933192343
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Set in a relaxed atmosphere at the back of a clothes shop, Urb 16 also offers a range of beauty treatments.
Hairdressers in Eixample. The boss speaks perfect English, gives you a shiatsu head massage and a glass of cava with every visit.
Calle Bruc 82 932156364
If you cannot find the time or haven´t got the inclination to get to the hairdressers, Lisa Ind will make life a lot easier for you by visiting your home. Professionally trained at Trevor Sorbie in London, her rates are reasonable and she can also do your make-up!
692027888 lisaind@hotmail.com (Lisa P Ind)
Mailuna´s beauty treatments range from facial treatments, hydrating body peels to limestone and mud applications.They also do nutrition consultation and coaching.
Mailuna Valldonzella 48, 933012002 www.mailuna.net
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Mailuna, calls itself an Oasis in the city, offering different types of massage Ayurvedic, anti-stress, Tibetan style and chocolate massage to relaxation with volcanic rocks! Downstairs you can browse around their Bodega or sit and have a lovely cup of chai whilst deciding exactly which of their many therapies to choose from!
On-site massages for the stressed out mum
659995657 nunu.vitaltouch@btinternet.com www.thevitaltouch.com
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Full body massages for 1 hour for 80 euros, 4 x 20minute acupressure chair massages for 20 euros each, or 3 x 30minute acupressure chair massages at 30 euros each.
Cosmetic surgery clinic in one of Barcelona`s leading hospitals
Sabino Arana, 5-19
08028 Barcelona - España
Tel.: 93 546 01 01 - 93 227 47 47
info@maxilodexeus.com
www.maxilodexeus.com
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"I just wanted to recommend my doctor, for I am really happy with the laser treatment he is doing to me. I went there because I wanted to remove some sun stains that I had all over my face and specially around my mustache (after pregnancy it gets kind of dark that area). So he treated them with laser, and they are GONE !!! I am really happy, and now I am going for some hair removal and wrinkle smoothening ! One most pamper herself, jejeje. He speaks english and is in one of the best hospitals of Barcelona, - Dexeus.If any one was looking for a beauty treatment with laser, I recommend you go to him" (MN, Nov 2010)
Mukta Clinic is an alternative health centre in the heart of Barcelona.
Calle Consell de Cent 265, Pral 2a 934515415 mukta@muktaclinic.com www.muktaclinic.com
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Osteopathy and Yoga therapy are the centre´s specialities but they also offer acupuncture, hypnosis, homeopathy, reflexology and nutritional advice. English spoken and car parking available.
A very experienced osteopath who speaks English, Spanish and Catalan.
Noemi Ranz Calle Villarroel 176, ent 1a Tel 934515415/ 650602087
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"She treated all 3 of my children when they were newborn and we go back for yearly check-ups. She is very holistic in her approach" (JM, March 2011)
Doina Taylor is a qualified Stott Pilates instructor. She has a small studio on the Ramblas, Barcelona. She is also offering a creche for mums who want to do Pilates and bring their children
Tel 610 71 29 47 pilateslasramblas@yahoo.com
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" I would like to recommend fellow mum, friend and great pilates teacher Doina Taylor. Doina holds classes at very competitive rates in a very central location. She has her own small studio on the Ramblas, right next door to Cafe d'el Opera. She can have classes for up to 5/6 people but also is available for individual classes. I have been having 2 classes a week with 2 other mums for over 2 years now. Doina is patient and very caring. She explains everything carefully and takes into consideration all our aches and pains! I have never managed to do any sporting or fitness activity for this length of time! But I really hate to miss a class with Doina because no matter how worn out from kids, work, sleepless nights, etc, I always feel uplifted when I come out! Classes are available in English, Spanish and Catalan!! " (JB, Feb 2011)
Inspired by eastern tradition, Rituels d'Orient offers the Hammam and its traditional circuit of water and steam, key to the most authentic and natural beauty treatments.
A small, well-kept secret in the very heart of Barcelona, Rituels d'Orient offers the likes of Oriental Massages, foot & hand treatments, traditional facials, exfoliations and wraps
Rituels d'Orient, Calle Loreto 50
info@rituelsdorient.com Tel+34 934 19 14 72
www.rituelsdorient.com
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"If you can arrange to get away for a few hours either alone or with friends, I highly recommend Rituels d'Orient in Barcelona. An oasis in the centre of the city, it is a traditional hammam and offers many different treatments and massages also. I spent 3 hours there which consisted of over an hour in the hammam ( 2 different temperature steam rooms and a small swimming pool) and where I also had a whole body exfoliation with black soap and the “kessa” glove. I have never been so scrubbed! Following this, I had a facial treatment. I opted for a deep cleansing facial and I think it was the best I have ever had. I really liked the products they used – so much so that I bought two to take home. Following the facial, you can spend time in their relaxation room with a cup of sweet mint tea and a small snack – extremely appetizing after 3 hours of steam room and treatments. The staff are very nice and also knowledgeable about their products and the beauty rituals of the eastern tradition. I hope to make a return visit very soon!" (CE, Sep 2011)
Sasha Radojevic works a lot with women trying to get pregnant and women that recently gave birth in order to get in shape, improve physical condition or wanting to get pregnant. Sasha works at people´s homes (a domicilio) and from professional centres on c/ mallorca and c/ enric granados.
Active-8 Sport & Health Coaching www.active-8.es 934072788
"This is my first experience with personal training and from day one it felt right. The way Active-8 works is incredibly effective and the results are amazing. It was always hard to keep me motivated but the variety of exercises and the focus of my personal trainer keep me going. I have lost 7 kilo's in three months and feel stronger and fitter." (C.K.M - 2008 6 months after giving birth)
The Spa at the Hotel Arts is distributed over the two topmost floors on the sea-facing façade of the hotel, and includes separate ladies and gentlemen's wet areas with Klafs sauna and steam rooms, vitality pools and ice fountains.
Carrer de la Marina 19-21 932211000 webmaster@sixsenses.com, www.sixsenses.com/spa/hotel-arts/spa.php
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The saunas have breathtaking views from the window wall that overlooks the sea. Among the treatments on offer are massage therapies, facials, aromatherapy and many more. There are also treatments for men.
A chain of beauty salons specializing in nail care. Check out the website for the outlet nearest to you
www.thenailconcept.com
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This chain of nail salons offer artifical nails, manicure, pedicure, spa-pedicure, spa-manicure and depilation. It also offers all the usual beauty treatments.
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