Beverly Hills, CA

Lady Dee's Day Spa & Skincare Studio
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1988, Lady Dee offers a wide range of services and packages to treat clients spirit and physique; the spa feature 11 relaxing parlor rooms in a 3,000 square feet spa and a well-stocked gift shop; her spa specializes in treating all skin types and hyper-pigmentation caused by child birth, sun damage and birth control pills; Lady Dee was mentored by Dr. James Fulton who cleared up her severe acne problem in college; services include chemical peels, waxing, electrolysis, facials, body wraps; the massages will make you a repeat patron – they are really good; Black celebrity clients include Angela Bassett, Courtney B. Vance, Lonette McKee, Nancy Wilson, Nia Long, Toni Braxton, Chris Tucker, Tommy Davidson, Eddie Griffin, Kenny Lattimore and Natalie Cole
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 9a-9p, Sat 9a-5p
ADDRESS: 155 South Robertson Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street
PHONE: 800-6LADYDEE or 310-659-7082
WEBSITE: http://www.ladydspa.com

Los Angeles, CA

Black Diamond Fitness Center
DESCRIPTION: The strong suit of this 2 floor facility is weights for body building; also features a wide range of cardiovascular equipment like treadmills and step machines; a small aerobics room fits in the back on the main floor; get a FREE workout the first day, costs visitors $5/day afterwards; includes a small area kids to sit
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 6a-10p, Sat 7a-8p, Sun 9a-6p
ADDRESS: 5436 Crenshaw Blvd  MAP
PARKING: street
PHONE: 323-291-0294
WEBSITE:

Baldwin Hills, CA

24 Hour Fitness Magic Johnson Sport
DESCRIPTION: Opened in 2005, this signature fitness center is blessed with all the latest equipment, expansive aerobics floor, lap pool and full-court basketball should quickly become the hippest place to work-out; Magic stops by from time to time; daily guest passes available for a fee
DAYS & HOURS: 24/7 except Christmas and New Years
ADDRESS: 5045 West Slauson Ave  MAP
PARKING: on premises
PHONE: 323-293-2481
WEBSITE: link

Marina Del Rey, CA

The Body Clinic
DESCRIPTION: Since 1988, Nona Cohen’s services include chemical peels, waxing, electrolysis, facials, ail services, body wraps and massage; to the delight of shoppers, the gift shop is extensive and includes some hard to find products; Ladies treat the man in your life to the Tough Guy package – he’ll thank you; gift certificates available
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Wed, Fri & 9a-7p, Thu 9a-9p, Sun 10a-5p
ADDRESS: 13455 Maxella Ave, Suite 238  MAP
PARKING: on premises
PHONE: 310-577-2211
WEBSITE: http://www.the-body-clinic.com

Playa Vista, CA

The Body Clinic
DESCRIPTION: Opened in 2006 and bigger than the Marina Del Rey spa, this one is housed in a well-detailed post-modern, corrugated aluminum building; located on the 3rd floor, the penthouse spa allows afternoon sunrays to penetrate the ample greeting area and well-stocked gift shop; helpful clerks explain the extensive spa packages and gift certificates available; all rooms are specialized for the type of treatment you want; that facial and body treatments are wide-ranging and state-of-the-art by certified professionals; Nona Cohen’s office is located here
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Tue, Sat 9a-7p, Wed-Fri 9a-9p, 11a-5p
ADDRESS: 11825 Major Street  MAP
PARKING: on premises
PHONE: 310-636-0101
WEBSITE: http://www.the-body-clinic.com