You know how it's impossible not to notice a sparkly diamond? Now, imagine your face having that same stunning, look-at-me quality — pretty amazing, huh? Thankfully, the aesthetic geniuses at Equinox have launched the Diamond Essence Facial – a 50-minute process that will leave you looking and feeling like a million bucks, especially after a much-too-long winter. Not only is the $225 treatment supremely relaxing (a staffer will massage and pamper your skin until you've reached a meditative state), but you'll also walk away looking fresher than a spring blossom. Trust — our mug has seriously never felt softer or shone brighter.
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First, you'll be treated to about 30 minutes of luxurious facial exfoliation, which leaves the skin prepped to receive the collagen-diamond mask. A hot steam machine continuously encourages the pores to release impurities, and finally, after several decadent cream and serum applications, your skin is slathered with a platinum-infused mask that's designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines, stress, and fatigue. We're pretty sure we left looking 10 years younger and a lot more vibrant — glowing like a precious gem that Rihanna would sing about. Take our word for it. after experiencing this facial, you'll finally understand why diamonds are indeed a girl's best friend.
The Spa at Equinox, 8065 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, 703-790-6193; 4905 Elm Street, Bethesda, 301-652-1078.
Photo: Courtesy of Equinox