I woke up this morning (my first day off in 10 days) feeling totally wiped out. I am constantly on my feet, so I often wake up feeling sore. I just knew that I needed a massage asap. Now, because I am "in the business," I'm a little picky with salons and spas. There is nothing worse than walking out after spending a couple hundred treating yourself and regretting it. I did a little research on yelp and city search and had decided on Pyara....mostly because it was close and was an Aveda salon. What a wonderful choice. The salon was very modern earthy, but very welcoming. My masseuse, Jen greeted me and asked me to pick out an Aveda scent and was very helpful. I often find myself holding my breath or maybe taking shorter breaths when the massage gets a little intense, but Jen was calmly breathing at a slow pace which reminded me to focus on actually breathing and relax a little. She told me that it can get a little intense when getting out the knots..etc. but should never hurt....because that's not what were here for. I felt like it was her mission to get me relaxed and feel rejuvenated.. which she did very well. After the hour was over, I stepped into their private shower with AMAZING water pressure. They had every Aveda shampoo and treatment you could think of....I felt like I was on cloud 9 when I got out. They have a great dressing room with lotions and products, brushes and a blowdryer, and even some sample makeup. Very serene and relaxing. Afterwards, I was browsing through the products and the man helping me was wonderful. Made great suggestions and not a hint of pushiness to get a sale. I re-booked with Jen in 6 weeks and cannot wait to go back. Great area- right in Harvard Square, easy to park, highly recommend Pyara and take it from a spa junkie *try Jen out too!!!*
Pros: aveda products, great staff, excellent massage, awesome shower
Cons: nothing
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