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Dallas' ritziest hotel spa unveils multimillion-dollar renovation and opulent diamond facial

Behind these doors is a whole new spa.

Photo courtesy of Ritz-Carlton Spa

While the rest of us were at home painting our own nails during the pandemic, Dallas' Ritz-Carlton hotel was quietly executing a multimillion-dollar renovation to its spa. The overhaul is now complete, and the new-and-refreshed 12,000-square-foot luxury spa has reopened as a garden-inspired oasis.

According to a release, the ornate new design, the work of Dallas design firm ForrestPerkins, pulls inspiration from the parks and gardens around Dallas. Features include:

Spa doors that feature weathered bronze handles resembling natural tree branches.
A full-scale, hand-forged metal trellis sculpted by local artist Larry Whiteley, known for his artistic pieces inspired by nature. "As guests pass underneath the sculpture upon entering the spa, they can take in the intricate, yet delicate detailing, including the meticulously formed vines, leaves, flowers and blooms," they say.
A color palette of crisp whites and bronze metals with lilac, lavender, and blue accents, "paying homage to the elegant orchid blooms nearby."
Soaring ceilings with domed lighting effect and light fixtures comprised of branches and crystals in each corridor.
Watery abstract pieces of art that hang in each room.

The renovation also includes reimagining the entrance, reception, and retail areas; chic upgrades to the nail spa and hair salon; enhancing the men’s and women’s relaxation lounges; a new spa dining lounge; reconfiguring existing treatment rooms; and adding two new rooms.

“Our vision was to transform the spa, choreographing an exquisite guest experience with a sense of place and individuality through attention to design, detail, and service,” says spa director Scott Studstill in the release. “The spa redesign does exactly that, offering a daily dose of nature in a luxurious and soothing setting."

To coincide with the ritzy new renovations, the spa introduced a sparkling new treatment using the ultimate luxury ingredient: diamonds. A new Diamond Facial (using Natura Bisse products) is designed to improve elasticity and luminosity of the skin, as diamonds reinforce the skin’s natural defense system, says the spa menu. It's 80 minutes and $350.

Another new treatment uses trendy CBD-infused products. Called the “Calm, Balance, and Delight” treatment, it's a 120-minute experience that includes a hemp-derived edible, soothing Craniosacral techniques, full-body massage, and foot treatment using CBD-rich emollient; $415.

The spa has kept favorite treatments like the Hydrafacial MD, Texas Eight-Hand Massage, and Dean's Margarita Salt Glow. Couple's and men's treatments are available, too. Services start at $180.

"We look forward to welcoming spa-goers to experience our elegant new look along with brand-new treatment options for a fresh, luxury spa experience,” Studstill says.

The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas is now open and accepting reservations online and by calling 214-922-4820. Hours of operation are 9 am-6 pm Monday to Sunday. Buyouts are available but subject to availability.

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New giant Quge-tip from Dallas-based Q-tip sells out in 24 hours

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A giant version of an everyday product has sold out in 24 hours: Called the Quge-tip, it's a 6-foot version of the iconic Q-tip, the beauty staple that's been around for more than a century.

Measuring nearly six feet from tip to tip, Quge-tips feature enlarged swabs and a sturdy stick modeled after the original Q-tips swabs design.

The Quge-tip was released on December 9 and sold exclusively online in limited quantities for $35. Alas, according to a spokesperson for Dallas-based Elida Beauty, the parent company of Q-tip, the product flew off the virtual shelf.

"Now that they’re sold out, Q-tips is surprising fans with social giveaways," the spokesperson says.

The Quge-tip is one of two products just released by Dallas companies — both of which feel like they could be April Fools Day jokes — except that both are for real.

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The Dallas-based eatertainment chain is leveling up holiday gifting with the debut of the Claw Purse, a limited-edition purse designed by Chain. The Claw Purse is inspired by one of the brand's most iconic games — the claw machine — and according to a release, is "the season's most unexpected fashion statement" for anyone who loves bold style, nostalgia, and a little bit of play.

To mark a milestone for the brand, the Claw Purse launches alongside the expansion of Dave & Buster's Human Crane, a viral, full-body game experience that turns guests into the claw — where they are lowered down into a bin of huge prizes to grab whatever they choose.

Beginning in December 2025, the Human Crane will appear in over 112 Dave & Buster's locations with additional stores rolling out nationwide throughout the season.

But back to the purse: It made its debut at Chain's Holiday House, an event at the company's HQ in L.A., where "it quickly became a crowd favorite among creators, stylists, and culture icons," or so says the release. Which also calls this "the first creative collaboration" between Dave & Buster's and Chain, bringing together Dave & Buster's beloved gameplay with Chain's signature culture-forward point of view. So maybe there will be more collaborations in the future.

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The Quge-tip is a nearly six-foot supersized version of the "iconic" Q-tip cotton swab, first invented in 1923 and the go-to for beauty, baby care, first aid, cleaning, and everyday moments that call for a gentle, precise touch.

The six-foot Quge-tip features enlarged swabs and a sturdy stick modeled after the original Q-tips swabs design — offering a new way to experience an iconic tool at a dramatically large scale, designed as a playful, oversized tribute.

The release nots that Quge-tips tap into a rising trend of consumers using Q-tips swabs for alternative tasks, which now make up a meaningful share of cotton swab use: From dusting high shelves and cleaning hard-to-reach corners to large-scale art projects.

The six-foot Quge-tip features enlarged swabs and a sturdy stick modeled after the original Q-tips swabs design — offering a new way to experience an iconic tool at a dramatically large scale.

The company insists it's a real thing — they do a very funny video mocking late-night ads for cheap products — and that after debuting at qugetips.com on December 9, they sold out of their initial run. One note: They do not reveal how many Quge-tips were sold. It could just be, like 10 that were for sale.

There's a chance they'll be doing another issue, and they encourage interested shoppers to diligently follow their social media.

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