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Balans

Spa in Boston, MA

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Balans was founded by Marie Aspling, who opened the wellness studio in 2010 and later the organic spa on Newbury Street in 2015. The name means balance in Swedish, and the business says its services are built on Swedish standards. It describes itself as an award-winning organic spa and reports Best of Boston recognition for its facial, both of which are its own claims.

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Balans was founded by Marie Aspling, who opened the wellness studio in 2010 and later the organic spa on Newbury Street in 2015. The name means balance in Swedish, and the business says its services are built on Swedish standards. It describes itself as an award-winning organic spa and reports Best of Boston recognition for its facial, both of which are its own claims.

Posture sits at the center of the business's approach to wellness and anti-aging. Alongside that, it focuses on a lifestyle that supports health and the environment, valuing wholesome food, regular movement, freedom from toxins and harsh chemicals, and a balanced mind and body. Cleaning is done with homemade supplies and essential oils, and the laundry detergent is chosen for the planet.

A first visit to the spa usually starts with arriving early, since first-time clients are asked to check in 15 minutes before their appointment. Shoes come off at the door, and guests can expect complimentary herbal teas, infused water and light snacks, plus showers with towels, robes and slippers. Facials are designed around each client rather than chosen from a fixed list, and typically include deep cleansing, exfoliation, extraction if requested or recommended, a mask suited to the skin type, a hydrating finish, and a neck, shoulder and hand massage. The Initial Organic Facial is for first-time facial clients and includes an intake and evaluation, followed by guidance on at-home skincare. The Stem Cell Facial uses live rose root stem cells, and the business says it stimulates cell regeneration and boosts collagen, which is its own claim.

Massage is offered as organic massage in 60, 75 and 90 minute sessions, with oil blends available, and as CBD, deep tissue, lymphatic, prenatal and Swedish relaxing styles. Body treatments and wraps use organic algae, papaya, white chocolate and sea salt, and the bronzing treatment uses an organic sunless tanning lotion that can be bought for reapplication at home. Floatation therapy takes place in a private suite, with Epsom salt in water heated to body temperature, and clients can float in silence, with music or with a guided meditation. The business says the float room is spacious and not enclosed. Booking is done online with a credit card on file, and a 24-hour cancellation policy applies.

Posture is treated as central to wellness and anti-aging, and the business builds its services on organic products and a lifestyle that supports health and the environment.

The business describes its float room as spacious and high end rather than tight or enclosed.

Specials & promotions

  • Three-pack of 30 min floats for $240

    $240

    Includes 30 min floatation time and 15 min on either end to shower and relax.

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Eight-pack of 30 min floats for $560

    $560

    Includes 30 min floatation time and 15 min on either end to shower and relax.

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Three-pack of 60 min floats for $360

    $360

    Includes 60 min floatation time and 15 min on either end to shower and relax.

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Eight-pack of 60 min floats for $800

    $800

    Includes 60 min floatation time and 15 min on either end to shower and relax.

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • Refer a friend: $25 credit each

    On their website as of Oct 30, 2026 · Where we saw it

Services

Final prices may vary.

Custom-designed facials for men and women, including a first-visit facial with intake, an exclusive facial, an eye treatment and a stem cell facial.

  • Organic eye treatment $130
  • Balans basic organic facial $195
  • Organic initial facial $240
  • Balans exclusive organic facial $250
  • Stem Cell Facial Price at booking

Organic massage in 60, 75 and 90 minute sessions, with optional oil blends for anti-cellulite, relaxation or a lovely mother blend.

  • CBD Massage Price at booking
  • Deep Tissue Massage Price at booking
  • Lymphatic Massage Price at booking
  • Prenatal Massage Price at booking
  • Swedish/Relaxing Massage Price at booking
  • Anti-cellulite $20
  • Lovely mother $20
  • Relaxation $20
  • Organic massage $175

Massage styles including CBD, deep tissue, lymphatic, prenatal and Swedish relaxing, with add-ons such as dry brushing, hot stone and salt body scrub.

  • Dry Brushing Add-on $40
  • Hot Stone Add-on $45
  • Organic Salt Body Scrub Add-on $75

Body wraps, scrubs, peels and treatments built on algae, papaya, white chocolate, sea salt and sunless bronzing.

  • Re-application $95
  • Organic chlorella algae facial $130
  • Organic white chocolate facial $130
  • Papaya peel facial $130
  • Body glow & detox $175
  • Organic back facial $250
  • Bronzing body treatment $275
  • Detoxifying algae body wrap $275
  • Healing white chocolate $275
  • Hydrating papaya enzyme $275
  • Sea salt detox $275
  • Slimming algae body wrap $275
  • Organic AHA 20% back peel $300
  • Head and scalp massage $35
  • Organic foot treatment $45
  • Organic mini-facial $130
  • Dry brushing $40
  • Hot stone $45
  • Organic Chlorella Mask $45
  • AHA 20% Peel $50
  • Organic salt body scrub $75

Photos

  • Faded studio photo of someone in a floor pose with equipment
  • Store interior with a makeup application at the counter
  • Studio space with a kettlebell workout and a Pilates reformer session
  • Hands performing massage on a client's back
  • Interior of float tank with candle and towel
  • Empty float tank interior with pale green water
  • Shower room with stone wall and wooden bench

Meet the team

Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.bostonbalans.com (opens in a new tab)

Highlights
  • Deepskin Organics skincare, a line made in Sweden and sold only at Balans, is used across its spa services
  • The Initial Organic Facial for first-time clients includes an intake and evaluation
  • Floats are followed by filtration, UV light, ozone and hydrogen peroxide sanitation of the water
  • Postural therapy begins with an assessment using photos, video and movement analysis
  • The Stem Cell Facial uses live rose root stem cells
  • Hot stone add-on is available with 75 and 90 minute massages, using stones collected from the beach
Good for
  • first-time facial clients
  • men seeking organic facials
  • couples massage
  • prenatal massage
  • first-time floaters
  • posture assessment
  • people rehabbing an injury
  • people training for an event
  • private events
  • group classes
Treats
  • posture
  • stress
  • chronic pain
  • fatigue
  • sleep
  • wrinkles
  • cellulite
  • unwanted hair
Techniques
  • Custom organic facials with extraction if requested
  • Stem cell facial
  • AHA 20% peel
  • Organic algae, papaya and white chocolate body treatments
  • Bronzing with organic sunless tanning lotion
  • Hot stone massage
  • Dry brushing
  • Lymphatic massage
  • CBD massage
  • Deep tissue massage

Products & treatments

  • MARIA ÅKERBERG Deepskin Organics skincare and makeup
  • Maria Åkerberg organic shower products
  • Cold pressed organic massage oils
  • Organic sunless tanning lotion
  • Epsom salt for floatation

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