Found! Smart ways to cool off and relax this summer

July 10, 10:18 AMDC Health and Beauty ExaminerMartha Kepner

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    Escape the heat with these close-to-home specials

A proper Washington, DC summer is nothing to trifle with. From the excessive heat to breath-defying humidity, we Washingtonians get our fair share of unpleasantness during the summertime, and most of us are sorely in need of a respite come July and August.  To find some relief, look  close to home for mid-week or after-work savings at  your favorite local spas and salons, many of which are sponsoring summertime specials, custom designed for a DC heat wave.

Washington, DC

MINT The Spa

Every Tuesday, The Spa at MINT Gym in Adams Morgan hosts Tranquil Tuesday, a 30 minute massage or facial for only $49!  (Adams Morgan)

SomaFit

Happy hour that treats the body and soul! Soma Fit Spa Happy Hour offers discounted 50-minute and 80-minute massages, Monday through Friday. (Glover Park/Upper Georgetown)

Skin Beauty Lounge

Skin Beauty Lounge has two specials going on right now. Get your whole body ready for the beach with a Back Skin Facial for only $65 (normally $100). Or, enjoy a Purifying Skin Express Facial and get a complimentary brow wax, also for only $65. (Capitol Hill)

Northern Virginia

Sugar House Day Spa

Summer Styling Event on Saturday, July 18th, 2009 from 10 - 5pm with Sugar House and Phyto hair care.  Learn professional tricks and tips for a perfect summertime blowout and enjoy a free gift with any Phyto purchase.  Sweet! (Alexandria, VA)

Natural Body Spa & Shoppe

Bring a friend and escape together. Monday - Friday, book an appointment for yourself and your best girl (or boy) friend, and enjoy 10% off your service. (Arlington, VA)

L'Image Salon & Spa

Get your hands and feet beach bound with a fresh manicure and pedicure.  Right now, enjoy 20% off a pedicure when you book a manicure at L'Image Salon.  (Fairfax, VA)

Maryland

Renu MedSpa

New to Renu? First time massage clients can enjoy a one-hour massage for only $99!  This special includes hot stone, therapeutic and aromatherapy massages. (Chevy Chase, MD)

Gaylord Hotel - National Harbor

For a real indulgence, take a staycation and head down to the National Harbor and the Relache Spa, located inside the Gaylord Hotel. Enjoy a Washington DC Spa Escape Package which includes a relaxing 50-minute massage and a 1-night stay at the Gaylord for only $199. Plus, enjoy 10% off all products in the Relache spa.  (Oxon Hill, MD)

The Still Point Mind & Body Spa

Drench your summer skin in a delightful veil of hydration with a 60-minute body butter massage for only $85. (Takoma Park, MD)