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Just Calm Down

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30 W. 18th St., New York, NY 10011
nr. Fifth Ave. See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-337-0032 Send to Phone

Reader Rating:
5.3 out of 10
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10 Reviews | Write a Review
Type: Spa, Nail Salon
Services: Body Treatments, Manicure/Pedicure, Massage: Basic, Massage: Specialized, Skincare & Facials, Waxing

Photo by Carmen E. Lopez

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Official Website

justcalmdownspa.com

Hours

Mon-Fri, 11am-9pm; Sat, 10:30am-7:30pm; Sun, 11am-7:30pm

Nearby Subway Stops

F, V at 23rd St.; N, R, W at 23rd St.

Payment Methods

American Express, MasterCard, Visa

Profile

A self-proclaimed beauty junkie, Tara Oolie was frustrated with the city's spa selection—everything seemed more stuffy or medicinal than cozy and personable—so she abandoned her career as a publicist and opened Just Calm Down. The Flatiron spa boasts a small, knowledgeable staff and charming, sometimes quirky details: A Moroccan tent lets couples enjoy pedicures side-by-side; bejeweled vintage lamps and votive candles adorn wooden tables; and milkshake glasses are stuffed with Twizzlers, which clients can snack on during treatments (or slip into their purses for later). Guests appreciate the spa's intimate feel, the use of all-natural products, and the opportunity to customize every aspect of their services, from the oils and lotions to the music. (Oolie has over 250 CDs.) Manicures and pedicures have whimsical themes like "The Grape Gatsby" (involving red wine and grape seed oil), and "The Chocolate Wars" where digits get submerged in chocolate fondue, invigorated with an oatmeal chocolate cookie scrub, then coated in mint-chocolate lotion—all while you sip hot chocolate from a vintage glass. Massages, facials, wraps, and waxes are also available. Products by EmergenC, as well as clothing and jewelry, are stocked in the small reception-area shop, and paintings by Oolie's artist-husband are displayed throughout the space. — Leah Black

Quality:	1

Service:	1

Selection:	1

Value:	1

I really hate the place. I have been to many of the best spas in NYC and around the world and I can honestly say this place is the least professional with the nastiest, goofiest manager. My appt was 45 minutes late - considered acceptable by the manager. "we're not a bank, "she said when I complained. The schdeuling strategy is to cram as many appts in as psosible without regard for clients time and patience. Once inside, the cacaphony of ladies and staff chatting while getting their nails done inches from the massage room was too much! Do not go! I warn you if you do - you wont be able to just calm down.

Amazing Massage!

curlys2783 from 07033 | Posted on 3/6/07

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)


Quality:	10
Service:	10

Selection:	10

Value:	10

I tried the new "Morocckin' On the Marakesh Express". The best massage I've ever had by far! It's done on a heated waterbed and uses a wonderful array of oils. Just Calm Down is soooo cute and artsy! You can pick your own music and they offer a selection of drinks. Definitely a hip place and an oasis away from the city. I loved it because it was different. Other spas are great but they are all the same and have the same look and feel. If you want a new spa experience, definitely try this place.

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