Nu Essence Spa

Overview

Nu Essence Spa is a full-service day spa located in Springfield, Missouri, established in 2005 as a local retreat offering a resort-like experience. While not exclusively a sauna facility, it prominently features steam sauna sessions as part of its body treatments, providing health benefits such as relief from joint pain, muscle soreness, improved circulation, reduced inflammation, and alleviation of allergies and asthma. The spa emphasizes a tranquil haven where guests unwind in serene surroundings, with expert therapists delivering tailored wellness journeys. The overall atmosphere is one of pure bliss and rejuvenation, fostering relaxation through quiet zones, robes, lockers, and professional amenities like massage chairs. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the quiet room, creating a shh-inducing escape from daily stress.

Features & Amenities

• Steam Sauna: Available in body treatments for therapeutic benefits targeting pain relief, circulation, and respiratory health.
• Quiet Room: A serene pre-treatment lounge for early arrivals to relax.
• Professional Massage Chairs: Used in pedicures and other services for enhanced comfort.
• Lockers and Robes: Provided for all clients to store belongings and ensure modesty during treatments.
• Treatment Rooms: Private spaces for massages, facials, body wraps, and more, with full draping for privacy.
• Paraffin and Mask Treatments: Hydrating options integrated into nail and skin services.
• Spa Packages: Curated day spa experiences combining multiple services.
• Gift Certificates: Available for any service or dollar amount, purchasable in-person or by phone.

Services

Nu Essence Spa offers a diverse range of services focused on beauty, relaxation, and wellness:

Body & Wellness

• Steam sauna sessions (part of body treatments).
• Massages: Swedish ($55–$180), Therapeutic ($60–$190), Deep Tissue, and customized options.

Facial & Skin

• Facials: Include steam, cleansing, exfoliation, masks, extractions, and massage.
• Body treatments with health-focused benefits.
• Spray tanning: Customized full-body applications.

Hair Removal & Brows

• Waxing: Full menu including Brazilian ($65–$100), legs ($50–$75), back/chest ($45–$75), face ($15–$50); hard/strip wax options.
• Brow lamination ($70–$100 with tints).

Lash Services

• Lash extensions: Classic ($160 full/$65 fill), Hybrid ($190/$75), Volume ($220/$85), Mega Volume ($240/$105).
• Lash lifts ($75–$105 with tints).

Nails

• Manicures/Pedicures: Classic ($38), Spa ($49), Signature ($58–$60), Shellac ($48–$52), Gel Builder ($60).
• Add-ons: Paraffin ($15), masks ($15), polish changes ($15), nail art ($5+).
• Kid’s services ($30).

Other

• Tinting: Brows/lashes ($20–$35).
• Day spa packages for indulgent multi-service experiences.

Pricing

Pricing is competitive and transparent, with durations noted:

• Massages: 30-min Swedish $55, 60-min $85; Deep Tissue fills up to 120-min $190.
• Waxing: Lip/chin $15–$25, Brazilian $65, Men’s $100, Legs $50–$75.
• Lash Services: Lifts $75, Full Volume Set $220, Fills $65–$120.
• Nails: Classic Mani/Pedi $38, Signature $58–$60, Shellac $48–$52.
• Brows/Lamination: $70–$100.
• Bundles: Lash fill buy-5-get-1; gratuity ~15% recommended.
• Steam sauna pricing not separately listed (bundled in body treatments); contact for details. Payments: Cash, check, Visa/MC/Discover.

Location & Hours

• Address: 1319 E Republic Rd, Springfield, MO 65804 (Suite C noted in some refs).
• Phone: 417.890.7378.
• Online: nuessencespa.com; book via contact form or links.
• Operating Hours: Not specified in content; recommend calling to confirm.

Notes

• Established 2005: A trusted local spa with a dedicated team of massage therapists (e.g., Beth, Kayela), estheticians (Rachelle, Veronika), lash artists, nail techs (Debbie, Mendy), and coordinators led by Spa Director Kyler.
• Special Features: Emphasis on customization and health considerations (e.g., no body treatments for recent pregnancies/trauma); 24-hour cancellation policy; minor policies for family services.
• Unique Selling Points: Resort-like retreat in a day spa format, keratin-protected lash lifts (4–6 weeks), medical-grade lash adhesives, and a focus on non-invasive, natural enhancements. Pre-treatment prep advised (e.g., no shaving before waxing, clean lashes for extensions). Health-first approach with intake forms and doctor consultations recommended.