I stopped by D'vine Nail Lounge & Head Spa in Monrovia, which is currently in its soft opening…read morephase (with its Grand Opening coming up on August 8), planning to get a quick pedicure. Little did I know, my visit would turn into one of the most relaxing self-care days I've had in a long time!
Located in the now-busy Huntington Oaks Plaza, between The Little Gym and Five Below, D'vine is a great addition to the shopping center. The location is hard to miss and offers plenty of space inside.
When I arrived, one of the staff members, "V" mentioned that their highly recommended scalp specialist was in that day and suggested I try their 60-minute Head Spa treatment instead. Since they're currently offering 30% off services over $95, and the head spa is normally $125, I figured it was the perfect excuse to try something new.
First of all, the space is beautiful and HUGE--it may very well be the largest nail and spa lounge in Monrovia. Everything felt clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed. The head spa room has five beds with privacy dividers, although I had the entire room to myself during my visit.
Helen was my head spa specialist, and she was absolutely AMAZING. As someone who enjoys visiting head spas in the San Gabriel Valley because they remind me of home, I already had high expectations--but Helen took the experience to another level.
The head spa did not include a scalp analysis with a microscope, but honestly, I never felt like I was missing out on anything because the actual treatment itself was so relaxing and well-executed. The experience included a neck and shoulder massage with essential oils, a deep hair wash and conditioning mask, hair steaming, and a facial, all seamlessly incorporated into the service.
She also used several different hair and scalp tools throughout the session that made the experience feel extra luxurious and high-tech. There were at least three different gadgets used on my hair and scalp, each adding something unique to the treatment. But honestly, as nice as the gadgets were, nothing beat Helen's hands. Her pressure was perfect, and her scalp massage alone was worth the visit. If you've ever had a massage where the therapist somehow finds every spot carrying stress and tension, that's exactly what Helen did.
One feature I especially loved was the foot and leg compression massager she wrapped around my legs while working on my scalp. It gently squeezed and massaged my calves throughout the treatment, which was such a nice surprise. On top of that, my legs were elevated on a wedge-style pillow that made the entire experience even more comfortable. It sounds like a small detail, but it made a huge difference in helping me fully relax.
I enjoyed the head spa so much that I decided to stay and have Helen do my pedicure as well. Best decision ever! She paid attention to every detail and made me feel completely pampered from start to finish.
What was supposed to be a quick walk-in pedicure turned into a 2-hour self-care retreat, and honestly, it was exactly what I needed. Between the head spa, facial, neck and shoulder massage, leg compression therapy, and pedicure, I walked out feeling completely relaxed, refreshed, and stress-free.
And if you're thinking about trying the head spa, consider this your sign. Between Helen's magical hands and the current 30% off promotion for services over $95, I'd say my wallet and I had a brief disagreement--but my scalp won. I walked in expecting nothing more than a simple pedicure and somehow ended up giving myself the spa day I didn't know I needed. I regret absolutely nothing. Do yourself a favor and take advantage of the discount during their soft opening period. Your wallet may complain for a minute, but your scalp, legs, and stress levels will thank you for weeks.