Priti Organic Spa

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Opened in 2005 by former model Kim D’Amato and business partner Nausil Zaheer, Priti (Sanskrit for �peace, love, satisfaction�) encourages self-indulgence with a conscience. With its sage-colored walls, bamboo floors, and hand-carved tables and chairs, the garden-level space could be initially mistaken for a Japanese tearoom, but the front seating area is in fact for manicures, and four silk-cushioned stations in back accommodate pedicures. (A child-friendly space, Priti also has a small area where kids can read and play games.) Nail treatments involve a variety of organic essential oils, fresh fruits, flowers, and herbs. The Priti Delicious mani-pedi treats hands and feet to a warm bath of fresh orange and ginger slices, an organic orange-ginger scrub, and an orange blossom-cream massage. The spa uses non-toxic, cruelty-free nail polish and removers, which are safe for children and expecting moms. In back is a separate room for body treatments such as deep-tissue, Swedish, and Shiatsu massage; reflexology; and waxing. Priti facials are customized to each client’s skin type and use Dr. Alkaitis Organic Skin Food�literally edible products that are easily absorbed by the skin�plus essential oils and shea butters. Eastern bodywork techniques like cupping and moxibustion are offered as well. — Sarah Walker

This back-to-nature spa offers an organic alternative to traditional treatments. The spa’s signature manicures and pedicures ($25 to $95) feature an essential-oil-infused foot bath, soy polish remover, and nontoxic nail polishes (and you can nibble on the complimentary fresh fruits and veggies). Botanical facials ($60 to $160) and massages ($110) are also popular.

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