Spa Savoir Faire is the most incredible hidden gem you will find in New Orleans, and one of the…read morebest spas I've been to in the WORLD! Danielle, the owner, is an extremely talented esthetician who is friendly, welcoming, and has a magical touch. I love this place so much that every time I've visited New Orleans since moving away, booking a facial with Danielle is the first thing I do after purchasing my flights. The business itself is located on Freret where parking is ample on the main or side streets during most hours. The business is clean, with refreshments offered immediately upon walking in. Personally, I have only received facials but I know from first hand testimony by friends that their massages are just as incredible. The facials are accompanied by a full suite of Yonka products which are deliciously fragrant but gentle on the skin. Danielle is great at finding the perfect combination to make your skin looking the best it ever has by the time your treatment is over. I love this place so much I hand out business cards to anyone who compliments my skin when I'm in town. You absolutely will not regret giving this place a try.

A can't praise Savoir Faire high enough. This is a small cozy neighborhood place, so much nicer to…read morefeel part of the family as soon as you walk in. I chose it with the hope of this and was not disappointed. My Micropeel facial with Hilary was just what I needed after a long busy summer in the heat. My eyebrows were tidied and tinted. I was cleansed and restored and silver screen ready. I was glowing and still am a week later. A massage with Cezanne followed. She really worked on my aching hip and gave it a good seeing to. She really put the T in therapeutic. I bounced out of the salon with a spring in my step ready to hike to Columns for cocktails. We come to NOLA a couple of times a year and this will be my treat to myself (with full endorsement from hubby) every time.

Taylor Matrana is an amazing esthetician and does my lashes beautifully. She is talented, kind,…read moremakes sure you get what you need, honest, funny, fun, and will make sure your lashes look fabulous and that you're feeling comfortable. I always look forward to my appointment and it's always a wonderful experience. The Ritual room is a great place to relax, feel comfortable, spectacular, make you feel and look beautiful, fun, amazing estheticians, and unique gifts. Thank you Taylor and I shall see you next week! Elsa

Great atmosphere, friendly staff & a precious boutique filled with beautiful gifts for any age…read more The services given from a massage to a facial to eyebrows, is all on point. You will never leave disappointed. You will leave the spa relaxed & know you got the best of all services given.

I followed my massage therapist, Ty, here to Bodhisattva Tea Spa. I have been going to Ty for a…read moremonthly massage for about two years now. Please note that I had a car accident two years ago and it messed up my back. So in addition to physical therapy, Ty's monthly massages helped rehabilitate my back. The owners of the Bodhisattva Tea Spa, Jerome and Yolanda are so welcoming and friendly! I posted pictures of the spa after taking a personal tour with Yolanda. It looks like I've found my spa joint! I had an hour long massage with Ty and it was wonderful as usual! The room is nice and dark with a comfortable temperature. I enjoy the soothing music. The spa is upstairs and located right across from lakeside mall next to the Capital One. The tea spa has an array of loose teas to choose from and they have beautiful tea sets as well. I'm impressed that they have the mortar and pestle to grind your teas. They had a tea ceremony a few weeks back. There are multiple rooms in the tea spa. There is an aesthetician room which helps when I need my brows and lip waxed! They also have a room with a dry sauna. In addition, they have a multi-purpose room where they have yoga classes with a suggested donation from $5-10. They also have tai chi classes and do energy work. They also have hot teas brewed and ready to go.

Go now! This place is literally heaven on Earth. I've been here a number of times: for classes,…read moremeditations and yoga. And of course, to purchase some of their divine loose teas. I had no idea there were so many different varieties of teas! I'm thrilled to go in and sample some of these exotics flavors. Plus they're always happy to brew a cup for you to try. They love converting a person to a tea lover! This weekend, I had the pleasure of using their spa services. Firstly, I have been following their Facebook page for a while. Occasionally, they'll have these contests for their followers. Last month, they held a contest for a free Pinda Swedana session, and I won!! In case, you don't know what that is, "Pinda Swedana is a process by which the whole body is made to perspire. This is done by applying hot boluses containing various types of fresh plants and other herbal ingredients gently all over the body for 45 minutes. It is a swedana (fomentation) therapy commonly used for pain relief and reducing inflammation." I had also bought a Groupon several weeks ago so called them to make both appointments. Yolanda was very pleasant and friendly with my schedulings. She was still that way when I had to reschedule! (Seriously, love these people.) And she ended up being my Pinda Swedana masseuse/applier. It was an 30 min session where you lay on a table while she rubs these herb-infused bags around your body. I loved it and thought it was very soothing. I could feel it circulating my juices and definitely felt like a new person when she was done. Plus all the smells were so nice, I was tempted to grab the bundles to taste the fresh rosemary, cloves and other ingredients she had in there. Yolanda said everything was food-grade and was a good primer for my massage. I agreed and impatiently waited for that session to begin. (She suggested scheduling it for a different day to allow my body to adjust to the Pina Swedana treatment. The next day, I was happy I took her advice.) Sunday finally arrived, and my body couldn't be happier. It was aching from head to toe. So I sank into the comfy table to do my 90 min. massage. The masseuse was AMAZING!! She really took the time to find out where my aches were pooled and focused on those specific areas. She was on my shoulders for a good 30 mins. when the aches moved down my body and settled into my mid-back. She rubbed and stretched that section out for a good 40 mins when the pain shifted lower. All the while, I was feeling the blood rushing back into those cramped super tight muscles. When she was finally done with me, I felt so drained but relaxed. It was obvious my body really needed it. Immediately I felt the effects of keeping all that trapped toxins in my body. It kicked into detox mode, and I promised myself I would never let it get that bad again. And with Bodhisattva Tea Spa around the corner from work, I will never have to again. So what are you waiting for? Go now! Your body will thank you. Mine does!

Best massage I've ever had in my life! Rachel listened to me and really worked on the areas…read morebothering me. Highly recommend!

WHOA. I knew she'd be good, but Rachel is a "if I could give this 10 starts I would" kind of a…read moremassage therapist. Massage therapy is something important to my health and wellness routine and I regularly get massages. I'm lucky to say I've gotten hundreds and hundreds of massages - particularly in the places I lived (SF and NYC). Rachel is a top 10 for me. She knows her sh** and she's not just good at giving a massage, she's good at understanding what you need (and want). I asked her to work out the pickleball knots in my arms, shoulders back and she delivered. Thanks Rachel! I'll be back when I'm in town!

Wow!! I have had many massages, but this was amazing. From beginning to end it could not have been…read morebetter. I believe she hit all and more of my problem areas. If your hesitating, do it today. I promise youll be amazed and relieved Of any pains

My Go-To Spot for Incredible Massages New address . 4364…read morewest esplanade . Not in mall This place has quickly become my go-to stop for massages. Booking an appointment is super easy -- they're often available even at the last minute, which is a lifesaver when you really need it. For selfish reasons, I almost don't want to say this... but there's one masseuse in particular who's my absolute favorite. I book him often because he truly puts his whole energy into every deep-tissue massage. His work is thorough, powerful, and honestly among the best massages I've had in my 45 years. You can tell he gives it everything -- so much so that he looks exhausted afterward, which says a lot about how hard he works to help you feel better. Add to that the fair pricing and the clean, welcoming facility, and it's just an easy 5-star experience every time. Highly recommend -- just don't take my time slot!

Second time coming here and was more educated on Vi peel than when my dermatologist used it on me…read moreand explained the benefits. Hong, the owner is very nice and does know skin care. Shop sells and offers a variety of skincare products. Highly recommend to help solve a variety of skin issues. Prices are average and comparable to what my dermatologist charged.

Excellent place to relax and have a top notch facial rejuvenation. Owner is extremely knowledgeable…read moreand precise. Great experiences every time I go!

I've been curious about this spot for awhile. So since my feet have just been aching lately (I…read moreblame every pair of shoes I own), I decided to stop by and ask for a foot massage. My foot massage was great. First your feet are washed and then you can just lay back and enjoy. Eventually I was asked if I would like more time and/or a neck/should massage. Of course, since I was getting so relaxed I said yes. For my neck/shoulder massage I moved into one of the private rooms. But I stayed fully clothed. Also for those who are thinking pervy thoughts, there is a sign to keep your genitals covered because c'mon. Eww. The space is kept semi-dark and restful. And I appreciate that the atmosphere makes everyone use quieter tones as they walk in because you can certainly hear everything that's said. The price point was good. They do take walk-ins but you can also call in to reserve a time. Reserving is smart especially on the weekend if you want to come in with a group. They do take credit cards but there is a $2 surcharge to do so. There is an ATM as well but I bet it also has the charge.

The massage experience was average overall. I went with a one hour combination massage which was…read morehalf an hour of a full body and half an hour of a foot massage. Both were done on the same table, which was new for me. I'm used to sitting for the foot massage which I always felt was more effective. The lady giving me the massage was really nice. She checked in some, but the massage wasn't as satisfying as I was hoping for. I probably should have given more direction on areas to focus on before we even started. When it was time to pay they indicated that they took cash only. I didn't realize this when I entered as I didn't see any signs indicating this when I walked in. The ATM machine probably was the giveaway. I'm not sure that I'll be coming back to this location, but will continue the search for a massage place in New Orleans!

My last massage had been wayy too long ago. And I was hunting for a new therapist and Serra was…read morehighly recommended by Emily PLUS she had online booking, sold! And I've been back 3 times in the last 6-7 months! Serra has a room inside Swan Lake Yoga Studio. It is upstairs so if you have mobility issues this might not be the place you need. The room is calming and while it is small, the skylights to the soaring ceiling of the main building help give a sense of space. Serra's technique is very different from other practitioners I've experience. But whatever she's doing it works! Booking and paying (and tipping) online is easy peasy.

I've recently started here for my maintenance body work and I'm thrilled that I found such a…read morerelaxing space in the hustle and bustle of Mid-City. The special touches like a weighted blanket and shoulder supports make for a cocoon of comfort. I love the Lagniappe offering - who couldn't use a quick nap after a good massage.