The Woodhouse Day Spa - Charleston

As the holiday season encroaches upon us, so does the (should be) Olympic sport of holiday shopping. Chances are, you have already started a list of gift ideas in the notes app on your phone. Dad- Mom- Nieces- Nephews- Childhood Best Friend- Your Child's Teacher... the list grows every year.

If you're like us, you love to shop, but the reality is that holiday shopping is in a whole separate "shopping" category of its own (again, is it really shopping... or is it more of a workout?). For most, holiday shopping is more overwhelming than it is fun.

That's why we're here to create your holiday shopping lists for you- with our carefully curated Gift Guides catered to all of the personalities in your life. Explore the highlight bubble on our Instagram page for all the details and use our Gift Guides to make shopping seamless this holiday season.

While you explore the 90+ gift ideas on our Instagram, we have gathered a few of our favorites for the 2021 holiday season.

1. Doctor Babor Pro- Babor allows you to take your skincare routine to the next level, without breaking the bank. As the leading skincare company in Europe, Babor has proven that it works. From lifting collagen creams to single-use ampoules that will leave your skin feeling like you just got out of a facial service, Woodhouse Spa offers all of the leading Babor skincare products. Shop Babor for the skincare guru in your life or purchase a gift card for one of our exclusive Babor facials.
2. UGG Loungewear- Woodhouse Spa has all the on-trend, cozy loungewear options from UGG. From matching sets to cardigans... buttery robes, and the closet-staple white sweater, Woodhouse has a loungewear option for all of the Netflix-Christmas-movie types in your life. Do you fear committing to clothing as a gift for your loved ones? Opt for a pair of fleece-lined UGG socks or the classic UGG blanket.
3. LAFCO Candles- You hear about them every year- LAFCO candles are our go-to gifts for all celebrations, year-round. LAFCO's soy wax candles are hand-poured into beautifully designed handblown glass vessels crafted to enhance your fragrance experience. LAFCO candles not only smell incredible (trust us, we can't help but take a sniff every time we walk by), but they are 100% biodegradable, complement your interior design, and burn for over 90 hours.

Shop our boutique for every person on your list. Need us to do the shopping for you? Text us at (843) 883-2111 or email us at hospitality@charleston.woodhousespas.com and we'll help put together gifts that would outshine even Santa and his best elves.

If you're going to indulge, you should invest in yourself and your time by choosing a truly luxurious and beneficial experience, so if you're in Charleston for a getaway or just a local looking to get away from the stresses of everyday life, these are some of the best spa experiences in Charleston!

There's no sense in running around to 5 different places to get everything done, and have you tried getting around rush hour traffic in Charleston? Forget it! Woodhouse Spa is the ultimate, full-service day spa that can take care of you from head to toe with curated and customized treatments. The Mount Pleasant location opened in 2015 and our Downtown Charleston location opened in January 2020. At Woodhouse, we believe that health, wellness, and beauty are linked, so no matter which treatments you choose, the entire experience will be tailored to ensure you get the maximum benefits.

Did you know that the word spa comes from an acronym of a Latin phrase meaning "health from water"? Some of the earliest examples of spas actually come from Roman baths, where the Romans could gather in public spaces to relax and rejuvenate. As spas continued to grow in popularity, they formed around towns with access to hot springs, like the first truly popular American spas that formed in Saratoga Springs, NY. Modern technology means we're no longer dependent on geography to get our hot water, but that doesn't mean that the gorgeous views and atmosphere of Charleston won't amplify your spa experience!

Whether you're looking for a quick pick-me-up or a full day of self-care, here are the best spa experiences in Charleston for every part of your body:

1. Woodhouse Signature: Deep Tissue Transformation

All of Woodhouse's massages include a foot cleansing ritual and essential oil treatment that instantly elevates the process. Our deep tissue massage uses a combination of trigger point therapy, sports massage, and other unique modalities to relieve stress and inflammation. The massage helps release tension from external stressors or bad posture and gives your muscles a reset.

2. Woodhouse Signature: Holistic Minkyti Facial

A facial is the ultimate self care treatment for any spa experience. Whenever your skin starts feeling dry, congested, or just a bit overlooked, get a facial from Woodhouse. Our signature facial, the Minkyti, is a super effective treatment that combines acupressure points and connective tissue massage techniques with a nourishing mask and AHA exfoliants to totally transform your skin. The massage lifts and tones the skin to prepare it for the mask (which uses seaweed!). Your skin will feel so fresh and hydrated after a Minkyti facial, and it works for all skin types.

3. Nourishing Wrap

For all-over skin rejuvenation, a full-body spa experience is the way to go. The organic seaweed leaf wrap makes all your wildest childhood spa fantasies come true while quenching all your adult skincare needs. This treatment starts with a dry brush exfoliation, specifically focused to help remove water retention. Then, you will be wrapped up in fresh leaves of Atlantic seaweed that moisturize and soften the skin, and draws out toxins. Sit back and relax for a scalp massage while the seaweed works its magic.

4. Luxury Foot Retreat

Maybe you've always been a "just walk in to the closest shop" pedicure receiver or maybe you're a pedicure expert, but Woodhouse's foot treatments are a totally different spa experience than what you've experienced before. While you enjoy a warm neck wrap, your feet are in pedicure heaven with any of the luxurious pedicure options. A sensory journey to relaxation that will leave you peaceful and polished, a luxurious aroma will provide you with just the balancing retreat you deserve.

5. HydraFacial

Sometimes your skin needs a little extra love, especially coming out of winter with all the dry air and cold winds. We highly reccomend adding a HydraFacial to your skincare routine. The HydraFacial skin treatment is a hydradermabrasion procedure that involves only 4 steps to better-looking skin. Using patented technology and super-charged serums, the HydraFacial cleanses, extracts, and hydrates all in 30 minutes. Unlike other hydradermabrasion treatments, the HydraFacial is perfect for all skin types and combines the benefits of microdermabrasion and chemical peels without the intense redness or discomfort. Leave the spa with clearer, firmer, and more hydrated skin.

Facials are a classic spa service, and they make up a large part of spa service purchases in America. If you're a skin treatment pro, you'll be familiar with the rejuvenation and glow that comes from a luxurious facial. If not, you might imagine sitting with moisturizers and serums on your skin and cucumbers over your eyes. Whatever your image of facials are, they actually have an incredible amount of benefits for your skin, and you can find a service to treat your individual skincare concerns.

At Woodhouse Spa, we take a holistic approach to attaining beauty. We combine natural and certified organic ingredients with breakthrough advanced skincare to give you the best services possible. In addition to treating your skin to exceptional care, our skincare experts can recommend the proper home care program to help you maintain your skin's health and youthful appearance.

Woodhouse Spa offers a variety of facial treatments, all of which will leave your skin healthy and glowing. Here are 5 of the best facials you can find in Charleston, all with the signature luxurious experience you expect from the best day spa in the Holy City.

Woodhouse Signature: Minkyti Facial

The Woodhouse Signature Minkyti Facial is our award-winning facial that incorporates local products to help rebalance skin and defy the effects of aging. The facial combines organic seaweed with a unique and original massage technique throughout the facial to give your skin deep hydration and nourishment. The facial also incorporates cutting-edge exfoliation using an integrated blend of AHAs to establish and maintain your skin's ideal PH balance. The Woodhouse Signature Minkyti Facial is a great option for all skin types, and you'll see the most results with a series of 3 or 6 facials.

Woodhouse Signature: HydraFacial Deluxe

If you're looking for an ultimate facial experience to treat all of your skin concerns, the Woodhouse HydraFacial is the best option. The Woodhouse HydraFacial skin treatment is a hydradermabrasion procedure that gives you better-looking skin in just 4 steps. The procedure uses the best of resurfacing and fusion technology integrated with super-charged serums to cleanse, extract, and hydrate your skin all in 30 minutes. Unlike other hydradermabrasion treatments, the Woodhouse HydraFacial is perfect for all skin types and delivers clear skin without discomfort or downtime. The non-invasive treatment infuses your skin with glycolic and salicylic acid to exfoliate, then follows that up with deep nourishment using antioxidants, peptides and hyaluronic acid.

Illuminate Facial

The Illuminate Facial is the best facial for Charleston summer preparation. The corrective and active facial is created to reverse the signs of premature aging and sun damage. Erase the effects of the Lowcountry sun with this results-oriented facial. The Illuminate Facial treatment includes a two-layer peel and two masks to reveal a brighter, vibrant and more refined complexion, especially targeting lightening and hyper-pigmentation.

Woodhouse Signature: Sculpt

Looking to try out innovative and classic facial techniques to reduce puffiness and tone your face? The Woodhouse Signature Sculpt Facial combines intensive facial massage, microcurrent technology, facial cupping, and Gua Sha techniques to lift, sculpt and leave your face glowing. The advanced Pure Lift device is used to further the effects of your sculpt.

Dermaflash Facial

This advanced facial removes the barrier to penetration of skin-nourishing ingredients by removing dead skin cells, built-up debris, and peach fuzz. You'll exponentially boost the power and effectiveness of any other treatments you receive. We suggest pairing it with a Hydro Jelly Mask Enhancement for extra hydration, or a Collagen Mask Enhancement to improve the anti-aging benefits. Walk away from this premium treatment with instantly smooth skin, minimized wrinkles, and a youthful look!

Whatever your skincare needs are, you can be sure to find the best facials in Charleston at Woodhouse Spa. Book yourself some dedicated relaxation type and emerge rejuvenated and refreshed!