Photo: Courtesy of LING Spa
For decades skincare fanatics, beauty insiders, and iconic household names alike have all flocked to worship at the altar of Ling Chan – world renowned esthetician and spa owner. The distinct, yet ethereal, feeling of ritual and purity translates immediately upon entering the LING spa downtown location, and clients are gently transported from East 16th street into a private realm of tranquility and relaxation.
Ling’s rich Chinese background and heritage lend themselves to the sensation of otherworldliness that envelops spa-goers, and are reflected in the far East inspired decor. Everything from the carefully arranged product displays in the reception area to the wall and window treatments incorporate the traditional Chinese aesthetic principles of simplicity, elegance, and natural materials.
Clients are offered tea and water by courteous skincare professionals, and given silk robes to wear while they are being pampered. The extensive menu of spa treatments available ranges from waxing, acupressure massages, and countless facial options that address every skin type and concern imaginable. Using state of the art technology, cutting edge tools, and unmatched expertise and skill, LING estheticians deliver a luxurious and indulgent experience that is also clinical and effective.
Ling Chan’s celebrated reputation for excellence has always been based on the outstanding results of her methods and the quality of her eponymous product line, which is entirely free of harsh irritants and chemicals, and parabens. She is the trusted facialist extraordinaire to many of the world’s most coveted faces, including the likes of Gisele Bundchen, Naomi Campbell, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Mariah Carey, and Madonna have also been faithful clients since the 80’s. Talk about testimonials!
East meets West inside LING spas, and the intoxicating and magical experience to be had within will comfort even the most chronic worriers, if only for an isolated moment in time, and what New Yorker isn’t in need of a little R+R?
-Catherine M. Lynch
