Men’s grooming has hit fever pitch in Westchester, where it is practically de rigueur that gentlemen in the corporate suite spend a little extra time pampering themselves. With this rise in acceptance has come a fleet of top-tier salons, spas, shaving shops, and men’s treatments throughout the county, all of which offer new ways for guys to spruce up.
Spas are a great introduction to the world of grooming, and The Ritz Carlton, Westchester (White Plains 914.467.5885) boasts some of the highest-end treatments aimed specifically at men. Along with several massage options, including a muscle-recovery massage and relaxation massage, the spa offers a men’s facial, activity-recovery treatment, and “Power Hour” treatment, featuring a full-body salt-and-oil exfoliation. All ministrations are conducted in The Ritz’s posh on-site spa.
Sometimes all a man needs is a quick shave and a great cut. Sebastian’s Barber Shop (Tarrytown 914.909.0231), a 2016 Westchester Magazine Best of Westchester Readers’ Pick, excels in the tonsorial arts. Central Barber Shop (Hartsdale 914.723.1945) also offers a no-fuss, no-frills atmosphere for guys simply looking to clean up their ’do’s. Gentleman’s Barber Spa (White Plains 914.390.9222) boasts a more refined version of the above, with hot-towel wraps, straight-razor shaves, and rehydrating face masks. Or, grab a quick edge up and eyebrow wax.
Richard Scott Salon and Day Spa (Mount Kisco 914.242.1700) blends the best of what spas and basic barbershops have to offer. Scott profers a wealth of men’s services, including manicures, pedicures, keratin treatments, waxing, massages, and numerous facials and body treatments. They even provide hair-replacement services for execs looking to eschew the dreaded comb-over — or laser hair removal, should you have a little too much of a good thing. The salon also specializes in hair coloring and body bronzing for those who want to seem like they spent a day at the beach rather than in the boardroom.
The Art of Shaving (White Plains 914.993.6494) provides an excellent all-in-one source for men’s shaving and skincare essentials. The Art of Shaving’s grooming products, in particular, are standouts. The 2013 Best of Westchester winner boasts a popular beard-maintenance set, which includes a peppermint beard wash, peppermint beard conditioner, and premium classic beard oil.
Men with a closer shave can also pick up straight razors, safety razors, five-blade razors, and even shaving brushes. The company’s shaving kits are a hot commodity, as well as are their shaving creams, shaving soaps, and aftershaves. Holiday-gift-inspiration, anyone?
