Meet Madison-Spa
Hot Stone Massage, 5 step Oxygen Facial & Reflexology
Madison-Spa New York City

Sure, there are lots of amazing spas in New York City. But what makes them great? At Madison-Spa it is the people. 

I headed to Madison-Spa looking forward to enjoying their hot stone massage,  5 step oxygen rejuvenation facial, and a foot reflexology session. Not only was each a fabulous service, but each was given by a different aesthetician, extensively trained and wonderful at what they were doing. 

My journey started with a hot stone massage with Oksana.  My nerves from the day's stress literally melted away as Oksana centered a large hot stone on my lower back.  As she went up and down my back and my legs she would very seamlessly incorporate a smaller hot stone into the massage.  She would incorporate it more actively as the stone cooled slightly- always very aware of its temperature and how much heat I could take.  Being more of a Swedish massage girl myself, I was amazed at how much the hot stones added to the massage.  The heat awakened my skin, cleared my sinuses, and helped to rid my body of every ounce of tension I had. Oksana found tension I didn’t even know was there and she skillfully eliminated it.

I was all warmed up and really beginning to forget about the city that existed just 4 stories below when Irina, Madison-Spa's attentive owner, led me into the sitting room where Oksana served me cookies and hot tea.  I was so warm and cozy and removed from the chaos outside that wanted to stay all day.

From there, Irina led me to the facial room where she covered me with a fleece blanket.  The moment Irina began the facial I realized that I was in for a treat.  It was obvious that not only was she good at what she did, but she truly enjoyed doing it.  Every time she touched my face I relaxed further into the treatment.  She spoke just enough to let me know what she was doing next, without interrupting my peacefulness.  All of her products were completely organic, and like Irina, gentle on my skin and good at their jobs!

Sounds like heaven, right?  Well I really went to paradise during the last half hour of the facial when Helen came in. Irina continued the facial, and Helen began the foot reflexology. During this last half hour I found it difficult to stay conscious enough to be able to write this review. My body and mind simply wanted to check out.  It was rough, but I managed!  When Helen worked on certain areas of my foot, I felt different parts of my body respond.  I felt the positive effects of the reflexology in my lower back, my stomach, and even my sinuses.  And of course, my poor feet just loved it. The pressure and smoothness that Helen used was perfect. 

When I slid off that table I felt like a child.  I was giddy, relaxed, and not completely in control of my body! I looked in the mirror to see that my face was awakened.  I felt lighter and brighter and my face felt softer and smoother than I can ever remember it being.  I was promptly served another cup of tea to sip while I got dressed.  While I was dressing I realized how relaxed I still was.  Not only in my body, but my mind.  What’s even more amazing is that it stuck with me.  The whole walk and train ride home, making dinner, straightening up, and checking my email I remained in this euphoric state of relaxation, happiness, and complete calm.  The true sign of a great spa experience is when you are able to take the relaxation all the way home with you. I only wish I could take Irina, Oksana and Helen home with me too!

Erin Wilk
Beauty Editor - www.spa-nyc.com 

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