The epitome of kitsch, this great little bar has glittery red walls, an array of vintage hairdressing tools and salon furniture, with cute locals and a DJ every now and then with alternative and indie rock. The best part is the manicure and a cocktail offer (was $10). Getting a manicure in Beauty Bar is not a novelty feature - it really lasted!
Nearest subway is Union Square, 14th street between 3rd ave and ave A.
My last trip was to Brazil. Rio de Janeiro is definitely one of my favorite cities now! Especially because of a place called Amaderm. It’s a kind of spa, and you have everything you need to get prettier! I had a session of Cooltouch there, and I must say it was amazing! I highly recommend it to anyone.
Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 433/501
Phone: 21 22879696
www.amaderm.com.br
The ultimate day spa in the centre of Liverpool, the beauty secret of babes like Abi Clancey, Jennifer Ellison and the cast of Hollyoaks.
I love to visit APt when I am feeling in the need for a little pick-me-up, it's like a weekend break in a spa!
Hanover Street, Liverpool
www.ageperfectingtreatments.co.uk
0845 8693244
A multinational agency that helps people from all over the world go to Brazil and have plastic surgery of any kind.
I planned my trip through Cosmetic Vacations, not having to deal with the bureaucratic process of flight arrangements and such. Whatever type of surgery you might be looking for, these people are specialists.
They will have someone assist you until your time of departure, making sure everything runs accordingly. I only considered it after being told about them by a couple of close mates, and could not be more satisfied.
www.cosmeticvacations.com
US toll free 1-877-627-2556
(305)433 8377
(212)537 6562
In Rio (55 21) 25248184
Amaderm is a estheticians' and dermatologists' centre in Rio. Despite the fact that Rio is the world capital of beauty, once I was there I never thought of having any aesthetic treatment. After all, vacations in a sunny paradise doesn't quite match with botox or peelings.
However, during my days in Rio I had a rash, so I needed professional advice, and to my surprise, AMADERM, the place I went in Ipanema, offered so many quick and efficient options of treatment, I couldn't believe. From diode laser for epilation from device for spider vein, you can find high quality services with a price you wont find back home. Definitely a must try for rainy days in Rio!
Rua Visconde de Pirajá 433 - 5th floor Ipanema
www.amaderm.com.br
luciana@amaderm.com.br
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