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Spa Castle Texas to reopen with major wellness upgrades in Carrollton

Indoor Bath Area hot tub at Spa Castle Texas.

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Spa-goers, exhale: Spa Castle Texas is ready to unveil a refreshed look and new features, following a major renovation aimed at expanding its signature hydrotherapy and Korean-style wellness offerings.

According to a release, the Carrollton wellness destination will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, July 4 at 9 am, introducing upgraded saunas, new spa experiences, and expanded programming as part of a broader long-term vision to evolve into a full-scale wellness and hospitality hub in North Texas. (More details on the grand opening festivities are TBA, they say.)

“The transformation reflects growing consumer demand for immersive wellness experiences,” the owners say in a release.

The overhaul marks the first phase of that plan, with additional upgrades - including hotel enhancements and expanded event space - slated for a future phase. For now, guests will find new and refreshed amenities designed around traditional Korean jjimjilbang culture and global hydrotherapy techniques.

One of the saunas at Spa Castle.Photo courtesy of Spa Castle Texas

Per the release, highlights of the renovation include:

Elevated Hydrotherapy & Sauna Experience: All pools and saunas have been custom-designed in-house using specialized equipment imported from Korea, Japan, Germany, and other countries renowned for their wellness traditions. Spa Castle has upgraded its sauna systems with new heaters that deliver higher temperatures and improved performance.

Reimagined Himalayan Salt Sauna: The newly introduced Himalayan Salt Sauna features authentic salt blocks sourced from Pakistan and a dramatic French stretch ceiling. Inspired by Spa Castle's sister property, Balian Springs, the space will host specialty programming, including hot yoga and guided wellness experiences.

New River Rock Foot Bath: Guests can now enjoy a therapeutic soaking experience in the new River Rock Foot Bath, featuring a natural stone pathway designed to provide an acupressure-style foot massage.

Expanded Wellness Programming: Spa Castle will partner with local wellness practitioners and businesses to offer monthly activations including yoga, Pilates, meditation, sound healing, and other holistic wellness experiences.

New Korean Beauty Experiences: The day spa will soon launch Savor's signature Korean Glass Facial, along with a curated collection of Korean skincare products. These offerings will serve as the foundation for Spa Castle's future K-Beauty Lab concept.

Looking ahead, they say, Phase II will focus on upgrades to the on-site boutique hotel and the property’s 8,000-square-foot banquet and event space, positioning Spa Castle as a regional destination for weddings, corporate retreats, and large-scale gatherings.

Spa Castle Texas is at 1020 Raiford Rd, Carrollton. For pricing information (including grand-opening specials) and to purchase admission, visit the website.

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New SkinSpirit facial spa debuts in Nordstrom at NorthPark Dallas

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SkinSpirit is now open inside Nordstrom at NorthPark Center.

A new medical aesthetics clinic is ready to plump and pamper clients inside Nordstrom at NorthPark Center: SkinSpirit, which offers treatments including Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers, facials, laser treatments, and microneedling, is now open in the Dallas department store.

The new clinic marks SkinSpirit's fifth location in Dallas-Fort Worth, following locations at Preston Royal, West Village, Left Bank Fort Worth, and Plano (which was the first to open locally, in 2021).

The NorthPark clinic offers SkinSpirit's full range of aesthetic treatments, including facials, BOTOX Cosmetic, dermal fillers, advanced laser treatments, and microneedling with regenerative catalyst serums tailored to individual skin goals, according to a release.

Among its newest offerings is the SkinSpirit Laser Facial, a 30-minute, no-downtime laser treatment designed to brighten, smooth, and refresh the skin while stimulating collagen production over time. The treatment is positioned as an option before a special event or for those looking to try laser treatments without much downtime, they say.

The clinic also offers SkinSpirit's regenerative catalyst serums, including a new PDRN treatment that can be added to microneedling. According to the release, the treatment is designed to enhance skin renewal, support collagen production, and accelerate recovery.

The NorthPark opening continues a nationwide partnership between SkinSpirit and Nordstrom that brings medical aesthetics into the department store's beauty offerings.

"Our customers trust us to deliver the best in beauty products and services, and our partnership with SkinSpirit continues to raise that bar," says Rachel Eichen, Vice President and Divisional Merchandise Manager of Beauty at Nordstrom, in the release. "As medical aesthetic services become an increasingly integral part of our customers' beauty routines, SkinSpirit's expert team and exceptional range of services allow us to bring them even more seamless access to premium care. We're excited for the Nordstrom customer to discover SkinSpirit when they visit us in Dallas."

Lynn Heublein, CEO and co-founder of SkinSpirit, adds that Dallas was a natural fit for the company's expansion.

"Our partnership with Nordstrom continues to demonstrate what's possible when two brands share a commitment to exceptional client experiences," she says. "Dallas is one of the country's most vibrant beauty markets, and we are excited to expand our presence alongside a partner that shares our passion for innovation, education, and personalized care. Together, we are making it easier than ever for clients to access industry-leading aesthetic treatments from providers they can trust."

SkinSpirit was founded in 2002 and now has more than 60 locations across California, New York, Arizona, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Oregon. The company describes itself as a provider of medical aesthetic skin, face, and body treatments.

To celebrate the NorthPark opening, SkinSpirit will host a grand-opening event on September 17. Guests can get personalized consultations and watch live treatment demonstrations. Those who book their first SkinSpirit service during the event will receive 20 percent off.

The NorthPark clinic is open now at 8687 North Central Expressway, Ste. 2000, with appointments available through the website. It is open 10 am-6 pm Monday-Sunday.

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