Blu Water Day Spa
Spa in Kensington, MD
The spa has been operating for 18 years and is led by founder and CEO Julie Nguyen. It describes itself as award-winning and nationally recognized. Clients come from Rockville, North Bethesda, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac and across Montgomery County.
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The spa has been operating for 18 years and is led by founder and CEO Julie Nguyen. It describes itself as award-winning and nationally recognized. Clients come from Rockville, North Bethesda, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac and across Montgomery County.
The spa's facial menu uses products from IS Clinical, SkinCeuticals, Eminence Organics, GM Collin, HydraFacial and ZO Skin Health. Sessions range from a 30-minute Express Facial, which does not include extractions, to a 75-minute Platinum HydraFacial that adds lymphatic drainage, a booster and LED light therapy. Medical esthetics, including injectables and peels, is provided on scheduled treatment days by Medical Director Dr. Margaret Rajnic.
Massage is performed by licensed and certified massage therapists. Styles include Swedish, deep tissue, sports, prenatal, Reiki, Abhyanga and a 90-minute hot herbal Thai compress that blends Thai and Swedish techniques. Nail services take place in premium spa pedicure chairs, and a boutique called Monique's Boutique is located inside the spa. Sugaring is available as well.
Permanent makeup includes permanent eyeliner, lip work, microblading, ombre and powder brows, and is handled through a consultation first. A free email consultation is available, with replies within 48 business hours, or an in-person consultation for $30 that is applied to the procedure if booked. Julie's Permanent Make-Up Clinic is a separate entity from the spa.
Appointments can be booked online or by phone. A valid credit card is required at booking to support the cancellation policy, with 24 hours notice needed for services under 90 minutes and 48 hours for longer ones. Guests are asked to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early, and body treatments do not include a shower. Cell phones should be set to vibrate or off.
The spa follows strict sanitation practices and aims to keep a clean, safe environment. Clients are asked to share any medical conditions, product use or medications so that services can be matched to them safely.
Specials & promotions
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5% off a prepaid series of 5 services
The series must be used within a designated time period – no exceptions. Series must be purchased with same level of service provider (or pay the difference at time of service). Series expires 5 months from date of purchase.
On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it
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10% off a prepaid series of 10 services
The series must be used within a designated time period – no exceptions. Series must be purchased with same level of service provider (or pay the difference at time of service). Series expires 10 months from date of purchase.
On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it
Services
Final prices may vary.
Customized, organic, peel, firming and acne-focused facials, plus dermaplaning, microdermabrasion and a teen facial for ages 13 to 16.
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Express Facial $90
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Dermaplaning only $120
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Teen Facial (13 to 16) $120
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Teen Facial (Ages 13 to 16) $120
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Renewal Peel Facial (peel only) $130
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Blu Water Customized Facial $165
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Gentlemen's Facial $165
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HydroLift Firming Facial $170
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Clarifying Acne Facial $180
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Organic Customized Facial $180
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ZO Invisapeel Facial $190
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Blu Water Signature Facial Ritual $200
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Vitamin C Brightening Facial $200
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ZO Stimulator $200
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Collagen Firming Facial $210
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Microdermabrasion with Facial $210
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Oxygenating Facial $210
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Renewal Peel Facial $210
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Dermaplaning with Facial $220
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ZO 3 Step Peel $220
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Botinol Line-Smoothing Facial $230
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Microchanneling with Facial $280
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Microchanneling with Dermaplaning $300
Several HydraFacial levels, a back treatment, and eye and lip add-ons that can be combined with any HydraFacial.
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PERKS HydraFacial Eye $50
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PERKS HydraFacial Lip $50
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PERKS Combo HydraFacial Eye & Lip $90
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HydraFacial Back Treatment $250
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Blu Water DELUXE HydraFacial Facial $300
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DELUXE HydraFacial $300
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Blu Water PLATINUM HydraFacial Facial $380
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PLATINUM HydraFacial $380
Massage styles from Swedish and deep tissue to prenatal, hot stone, Reiki and Thai, along with body scrubs, a back treatment and a V treatment.
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Cupping Add On To Any Massage $30
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Cupping With Massage $90
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Purifying Back Treatment $140
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Champagne & Rose Body Massage $145
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Vajacial / V Treatment $150
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Champagne & Rose Body Scrub $180
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Swedish Massage $80
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Deep Tissue Massage $90
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Reflexology $90
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Reflexology (Feet) $90
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Reflexology (Hands) $90
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Stress Relief Massage $90
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Stress Relief Massage [Neck/Back/Shoulders] $90
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Sports Massage $95
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Blu Water Hot Stone Massage $125
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Journey to Inner Peace $135
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Pre-Natal Massage $145
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Pre-Natal/Pregnancy Massage $145
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Abhyanga Massage $165
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Customized Body Polish Ritual $180
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Massage with Reiki Healing $185
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Blu Water Signature Massage Ritual $200
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Hot Herbal Thai Compress Massage $200
Classic, volume and hybrid lash extensions, lash lifts and tints, with touch-ups recommended on a weekly schedule.
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Classic Lash Extensions Touch Up $100–$140
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Hybrid Lash Extensions Touch Up $110–$150
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Volume Lash Extensions Touch Up $120–$160
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Organic Sugar Scrub $15
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Salt Glow Treatment $15
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Paraffin Treatment with Warming Mitts for Hands $20
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Callus Removal $25
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Collagen Treatment for Hands $25
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Gel Polish Add-On $25
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For Feet $40
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Lip $20
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Chin $25
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Brow Tint Only $30
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Brow Design $40
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Bikini Wax $50
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Brow & Lip $50
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Full Arm Wax $65
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Full Face $85
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Brazilian Wax $90
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Full Leg Wax $130
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FREE Email Consultation Option Free
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In-Person Fee $30
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Forehead / Hairline $20
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Nose $20
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Ear $25
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Sideburn $25
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Lip & Chin $30
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Nose & Ear Hair $30
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Lash Tint Only $50
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Lash Lift $85
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Lash Lift with Tint $125
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Classic Lash Extensions Full Set $200
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Hybrid Lash Extensions Full Set $220
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Volume Lash Extensions Full Set $250
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Tint Only $50
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Toes / Fingers $20
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Bikini $50
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Lower Leg $55
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Extended Bikini $60
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Upper Leg $60
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Brazilian $90
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Lower Leg & Bikini $95
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Upper Leg & Bikini $110
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Full Leg $130
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Full Leg & Bikini $160
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Full Leg & Brazilian $190
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Classic Mani & Pedi $80
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Gel Fill & Pedicure $100
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Silk Wrap Fill & Pedicure $100
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Blu Water Essential Mani & Pedi $105
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Gel Manicure & Pedicure $105
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Gel Forever French & Pedicure $110
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Blu Water Escape Mani & Pedi $130
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Featured Spa Mani & Pedi $135
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Back to Natural $40
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Blu Water Essential Manicure $40
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Salt Glow Manicure $40
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Color Perfecting Touch Up (must be done within first 3 Months) $50
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Touch Up after 3 Months $350
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Microblading with Ivetta & Kelly: Initial Service $600
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Nail Art $10+
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Nail Repair (per nail) $10/unit
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Sculptured Nail Art $15+
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Minx Design Pedicure $85
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Add Gel Polish $25
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Acrylic Fill $50
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Fill $60
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Chrome $65
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Builder Gel Full Set $70
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Silk Wrap Full Set $70
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Ombre French $75
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With Tips $75
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Acrylic Forever French Full Set $80
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Gel Forever French Full Set $80
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Ombre Forever French $80
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Youth Manicure (10 & Under) $20
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Classic Manicure $30
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Gentlemen's Manicure $30
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Youth Pedicure (10 & Under) $35
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Collagen Manicure $45
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Express Pedicure $45
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Champagne & Rose Manicure $50
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Classic Pedicure $50
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Gentlemen's Pedicure $50
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Gel Manicure $55
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Blu Water Essential Pedicure $65
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SNS Dipping Powder $65
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Acrylic Full Set $70
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Gel-X Nail Extensions $75
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Blu Water HEELING Pedicure $80
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Apothecary Pedicure $85
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Blu Water Escape Pedicure $85
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Royal Pedicure $100
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French $55
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With Gel $75
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Color Perfecting Touch Up (within 3 months) $100
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Color Perfecting (within 3 months) $100
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Refresh: Lower $300
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Lower Liner $350
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Refresh: Lip Liner $350
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Refresh: Upper $350
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Upper Liner $400
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Lip Liner $500
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Refresh: Full Lip $500
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Refresh: Combo $550
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Upper/Lower Liner Combo $700
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Full Lip $800
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Gel Removal - Without Manicure $20
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Polish Change Hands $20
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Polish Change Feet $30
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Gel Polish Change Hands $40
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With Manicure $40
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Gel $45
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Brow Tweezing $45
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Brow, Lip & Chin $60
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Brow Tinting with Design $60
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Men’s Face Grooming (Brow, Ear, Nose) $65
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Organic Sugar Scrub Pedicure $65
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Salt Glow Pedicure $65
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Collagen Pedicure $75
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Champagne & Rose Pedicure $85
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Featured Spa Pedicure $85
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Hot Stone Pedicure $85
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Pumpkin Spice Pedicure $85
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Organic Sugar Scrub Manicure $45
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Apothecary Manicure $50
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Blu Water Escape Manicure $50
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Featured Spa Manicure $50
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Hot Stone Manicure $50
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Pumpkin Spice Manicure $50
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Finger / Toes $25
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Underarm $35
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Abdomen $40
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Half Arm $45
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Half Back $50
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Chest $60
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Full Arm $65
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Full Back $90
Meet the team
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Antoinette Nguyen
Nail Care Specialist
- Dr. Margaret Rajnic, DNP Medical Director
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Jenny Le
Advanced Nail Care Specialist
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Julie Nguyen
Founder, CEO & Eyebrow Guru
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Kelly
Senior Nail & Lash Artist
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Kim Huynh
Nail Care Specialist
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Lisa Le
Nail Care Specialist
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Margaret Rajnic, DNP
Medical Director
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Michael
Massage Therapist
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Mon
Massage Therapist
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Neda Mosaddeghi
Esthetician
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Nicky
Esthetician & Massage Therapist
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Norya
Senior Esthetician
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Tiany Galante
Senior Esthetician, semi-retired schedule
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Tiffany Nguyen
Nail Care Specialist
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Tony
Permanent Makeup Artist & Nail Technician
- Vandaya Hall Lash Artist, Licensed Esthetician
- Vera Massage Therapist
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Vildan Cakir
Nail Care Specialist
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Yen Le
Natural Nail Care Specialist
Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.bluwaterdayspa.com (opens in a new tab)
- Highlights
- Permanent makeup from microblading and ombre powder brows to permanent eyeliner and lip work, with consultations first
- Medical esthetics with Dr. Margaret Rajnic on scheduled treatment days
- A HydraFacial range from Eye and Lip add-ons to a Platinum HydraFacial with LED light therapy
- Microchanneling using ProCell Therapies, offered alone or with a facial or dermaplaning
- Nail services in premium spa pedicure chairs, including an aromatherapy pedicure mixed at the Apothecary Bar
- Free email consultation option and a $30 in-person consultation fee
- Good for
- first facial
- men's facials and grooming
- teens ages 13 to 16
- prenatal massage
- brow and lash appointments
- permanent makeup consultations
- prepaid service series
- dry or cracked heels
- Treats
- acne
- fine lines
- dullness
- unwanted facial and body hair
- dry or cracked heels
- muscle tension
- lash fullness
- brow shape and color
- Techniques
- HydraFacial
- microdermabrasion
- dermaplaning
- microchanneling
- nano oxygen therapy
- ZO 3 Step Peel
- LED light therapy
- microblading
- ombre and powder brows
- permanent eyeliner
Products & treatments
- IS Clinical
- SkinCeuticals
- Eminence Organics
- GM Collin
- HydraFacial
- ZO Skin Health
- Nufree Finipil
- ProCell Therapies
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