Looking to spoil yourself without spending too much money? Host an at-home pampering session and avoid dropping big bucks at a high-end spa. Visit these Toronto beauty boutiques to shop for a variety of indulgent lotions and potions for your hair and body.
This beauty chain has developed a cult following thanks to its unique line of hair care, cosmetics, styling and skincare products made with plant-derived ingredients. The exfoliating cleansers will remove dull surface skin cells while the intensive hydrating masques calm and hydrate the skin. Treat yourself to a shampure wax candle (made with a calming blend of 25 aromatic flower and plant essences) to recreate the spa experience at home. Be sure to sign up for the Pure Privilege reward program to collect points on purchases.
Visitors at this beauty emporium can smell the fragrant skincare products before they even walk through the door. Transform a regular bath into an indulgent soak with fizzing bath bombs that dissolve in water to release essential oils. No bathtub? No problem. The shower smoothies boast a soft, creamy whipped texture that looks almost good enough to eat (just try to remember that your tub of sweet almond cream is actually soap).
This specialty shop (with locations in Queen West and the Distillery District) carries a range of international brands and niche beauty products including indulgent handcrafted lotions, gels, fragrances, candles and toiletries. You’ll find apothecary-style skincare and bath products from Malin + Goetz and Tata Harper Organic Skincare. Plush Mukula bath towels are perfect for wrapping around your body after a good soak.
You might be tempted to stay a while at this immersive water sanctuary but if you can resist the urge to take the plunge you’ll find plenty of scrubs and serums to recreate the spa experience at home. Try the mint lime body wash, which has an invigorating citrus scent that leaves the skin smooth and hydrated. And don’t forget to pick up your very own scrubbing mitt that’ll help you slough away aged skin and leave your whole body supple and glowing.
The name says it all at this contemporary health spa. The uncompromising product line features products for sensitive, combination and acne-prone skin made with all-natural organic ingredients. Refresh your skincare regime and pick up a selection of serums, facial oils, toners, moisturizers, peels and masks that will leave your skin feeling bright. The in-house loyalty reward programs mean you can earn points with every dollar you spend.