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Best of New York Beauty 2003

Best Massage

  • Graceful Services

    1097 Second Avenue, near 57th Street, 212-593-9904

    No doubt about it—as much as we could all use frequent massaging, paying over $100 for each rubdown can be anxiety-producing in itself. At Graceful Services, there may be no impressive lounge, but the strong Qi Gong massage goes straight to the muscle spasm. Flowing white curtains separate you from the next client, and the rooms are spanking clean. For $60, you’ll enjoy your hour and feel stress-free for at least a day or two.

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