Allyu

Overview

Allyu Spa is a holistic beauty and wellness center located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, offering therapeutic massage, advanced facial services, body treatments, nail care, energy work, and beauty resources in a luxurious, caring, and community-oriented environment. Inspired by the Quechua word “allyu” meaning community, the spa emphasizes personal healing, respect for self and others, and whole-person well-being.

The overall atmosphere is serene and sacred, centered around a tented relaxation area shaped like a chakana (a South American symbol representing cardinal directions and elements). This space features altars honoring each direction, a central pyrite crystal, and white curtains symbolizing balanced spirit, body, intellect, and emotions. Guests are kindly asked to keep it device-free for tranquility. The spa fosters empowerment, with skilled practitioners providing attentive, customized care in a judgment-free zone that embraces diversity and individuality.

Features & Amenities

• 10 treatment rooms for massages, facials, and bodywork
• 4 nail stations for manicures and pedicures
• 4 private shower rooms with amenities for post-treatment rinses
• Tented chakana relaxation lounge with altars, crystals, and serene decor
• Community Room for private gatherings, corporate events, or festivities
• Wish Box ritual near the Ganesha statue for intentions (burned with moon cycles)
• Infrared blankets and pads for detox wraps
• Private couple’s room for shared services
• Cozy options like extra blankets for comfort
• Non-toxic, pregnancy-safe products curated for efficacy and ethics
• Gift cards with custom messages (email/print instantly)
• Spa day packages (custom or preset for relaxation)
• Blog with insights on self-care, services, and rituals
• Continuing Education (CE) classes for massage, esthetics, cosmetology, and nail tech
• Central access to parking, taxis, and public transit

Services

Allyu Spa offers a wide range of personalized services blending traditional and holistic therapies:

• Massages: Swedish, deep tissue alternatives, hot stone, trigger point, myofascial, sports; prenatal/postpartum; customized communication for ideal pressure/focus
• Facials: Classic, signature (with neck/décolleté, lymphatic drainage, lip exfoliation)
• Reflexology: Foot-focused with head/neck massage; blends with massage or nails; aids pain relief, stress, digestion, sleep
• Chakra Balancing: Energy harmonization using touch, tuning forks, crystals, oils, guidance; blends with massage or facial; includes processing time
• Manicures & Pedicures: Classic, signature (ginger/honey coconut), reflexology, hot stone, callus care, seasonal cacao, buff, Gelish extended wear; add-ons like French tip, dazzle dry
• Body Treatments: Sugar body polish, sea kelp wrap, infrared detox wrap; couples options with showers/massages
• Couples Services: Massages, hot stone, body polishes/wraps, scalp treatments (room not bookable online)
• Mother-to-Be & New Mother: Prenatal/postpartum massage, facials, reflexology, chakra balancing, nails (most services pregnancy-safe)
• Other: Neurowave, wax & tinting, scalp massage add-on, corporate events/team building

Pricing

Pricing varies by service and duration (excludes gratuity; samples below):

• Massages: 60 min $130, 90 min $185; couples 60 min $280, 90 min $390
• Facials: Classic 60 min $130; Signature 90 min $185
• Reflexology/Chakra Balancing: 60 min $140, 90 min $200; blends $200
• Manicures: Classic $35, Reflexology/Signature $50, Gelish $45; add-ons $5–$20
• Pedicures: Classic $55, Reflexology/Hot Stone/Signature $70–$80, Cacao/Callus $65; add-ons $10–$25
• Body Wraps/Polishes: $340–$550 (couples); Sea Kelp 90 min $420
• Scalp Add-On: $160 (30 min) or $60 couples enhancement
• CE Classes (e.g., Intro to Energy Work): $450 for 18 hours

Contact for custom packages, events, or full menu.

Location & Hours

• Location: Chicago’s River North neighborhood (exact address via location-contact); phone 312.755.1313; events@allyuspa.com; online booking here
• Hours:
  • Mon–Fri: 10AM–8PM
  • Sat: 9AM–8PM
  • Sun: 10AM–6PM

Arrive 15–30 min early; late arrivals shorten service time.

Notes

What makes Allyu Spa special:

• Holistic philosophy: Community-focused (“our actions affect the whole”), empowering communication, innate healing, diversity embrace, earth-respectful products.
• Unique rituals: Chakana lounge, altars, wish box, sound baths, moon-aligned practices.
• Personalization: Therapists note preferences; no-judgment space; pregnancy-safe, toxin-free.
• Innovation: Curated skincare (beyond brands), energy work by select experts, CE for pros.
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