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Want to give your pores the deep cleaning they deserve? We know who to call. Need to find out the latest in lasers? We’ve got the woman for you. Dying to know Demi Moore’s kundalini guru? We have her info and are sharing it with you in our series of Top Flight files on Violet Code–approved beauty experts and destinations. Here, our selection of the best spas to serve as your private oasis.

BENIYA MUKAYU
Ishikawa, Japan
The Gyoki priests of the 8th century first established the healing properties of the waters surrounding the Yamashiro region, the location of this ultra-modern onsen. The waters in particular are famed for their ability to help beautify skin, improve blood circulation, and relieve nerve pain and rheumatism.

GUERLAIN AT THE PLAZA
New York, NY
The decadent spa stars the French skincare company’s products, which harness Guerlain's infamous facial massage techniques.

INSTITUT STEPHAN JAULIN
Paris, France
The high-tech, lab-white spa is known for viviscience, a proprietary process based on the principles of naturopathy that targets various causes of aging.

LA MAMOUNIA
Marrakesh, Morocco
Known as the best spa in Marrakech, this 27,000-square-foot space fuses the traditional with the modern and offers more than 80 treatments.

VALMONT AT THE HOTEL BEL-AIR
Los Angeles, CA
Designed like a jewel box, the seven-treatment room spa by Valmont uses the brand’s range of anti-aging skincare essentials.

MII AMO RESORT AND SPA
Sedona, AZ
At the holistic Sedona retreat—boasting stunning canyon views and the signature Journey Spa treatment—a personalized two-hour session starts with a consultation, followed by the appropriate treatments for each client’s beauty and wellness goals.

VALMONT SPA AT THE CARLYLE
New York, NY
This sensorial oasis centers around the brand's unique expertise of Swiss cellular cosmetics.

TIERRA ATACAMA
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
The luxury resort offers cathartic outdoor fitness excursions, followed by soothing spa treatments in Chile’s mystical Atacama desert.

TOMOKO SPA
Los Angeles, CA
This Japanese sanctuary offers relaxing massage treatments chased with indulgent tea rituals.

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