Amrita Spa at Raffles L'Ermitage Hotel The only Amrita spa in the United States is located at this low-key, well-located hotel. The word "amrita" comes from the Sanskrit for a magical youth elixir. It lives up to the moniker with the Jet Lag facial, promising hotel guests that it will erase the effect of flying too high in the sky. 9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.278.3344.

Anastasia Ask Jennifer Lopez, Madonna or Heidi Klum—a session with eyebrow queen Anastasia Soare is quicker and less painful than a facelift, and almost as effective. Soare, who trained as an architect in her native Romania, has figured out the perfect proportions for the classic arch. 438 N. Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.273.3155.

Apothia Part of the maze of minishops for must-haves at Fred Segal Melrose, Apothia specializes in treats such as Aesop face oils and its own "Los Angeles" candles. Scents include Velvet Rope, which suggests a dry vanilla martini with jasmine and a grapefruit twist. What, no sparkles from the paparazzi flash? 8118 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.651.0239.

Arcona Studio Skin-care pioneer Arcona was once the best-kept secret in the San Fernando Valley. Now, her studio offers custom facials in new Santa Monica digs. Arcona believes in live, active ingredients, including antioxidants, enzymes and amino acids. The signature skin treatment is facial contouring, which features lymphatic drainage and deep facial massage. 425 Broadway, Santa Monica, 310.458.3800.

Beauty Collection Want the latest products without the extra attitude? Drop in at this friendly minichain, located at Farmers Market. The products range from everyday essentials such as Peter Thomas Roth cleansing gel to the exotic, such as absinthe-scented fragrance by L'Artisan Parfumeur and white truffle shampoo by hair guru Philip B. 110 S. Fairfax Ave., A16, L.A., 323.930.0300.

Creative Scentualization Nestled in Agoura Hills, Sarah Horowitz-Thran looks into the soul—and senses—of her clients to create a custom perfume just for them. She draws from more than 100 fragrance oils for this "Fragrance Journey," among them bergamot, jasmine, orange blossom, sandalwood, white cedar and French vanilla. The result? A true secret garden. 29229 Canwood St., Agoura Hills, 888.799.2060.

Damone Roberts Excellent eyebrows aren't just for women. Roberts, the self-crowned Eyebrow King, sports some pretty pert arches himself. And so do clients Vanessa Williams and Mandy Moore. They also enjoy Roberts' excellent products, including brow gel, highlighter, pencil and a heavy-duty tweezer for at-home touchups. 9669 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.271.2100.

Dermalogica Spa International brand Dermalogica serves up serious skin care at its flagship spa. Trademark therapies include face-mapping, where a technician analyzes your skin's problem areas, and MicroZone treatment, where 20 minutes gets you a quick fix for eyes or blackheads. 1022 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.260.8682.

The Face Place Locals have been supplementing their vitamins with the anti-aging Vitamin Facial since 1972. Be prepared for a thorough treatment featuring deep pore cleaning and facial tissue oxygenation. A galvanic current optimizes the effect of ingredients such as vitamin C and zinc. 8701 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.855.1150.

Frederic Fekkai He's from France and opened shop in New York before coming to L.A., but Frédéric Fekkai is now one of this town's own. He went native when he opened his rooftop hair salon and let ladies enjoy their treatments en plein air, surrounded by bougainvillea and a stellar view of Rodeo Drive. A new salon on Melrose Place offers more space for healthy hair, manicures and pedicures. 440 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.777.8700; 8457 Melrose Place, L.A., 323.655.7800.

Jurlique Australia's rough-and-tumble rep belies a secret: It's a country full of farms and gardens. And some of those show up in the unique, plant-based products of Jurlique. The company grows its own lavender, rose and calendula in the Adelaide Hills of South Australia, resulting in treats such as chamomile soothing mist and lemon-lime hydrating essence. 358 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.285.9820.

Kalologie This innovative startup, which is about to expand into franchises, offers medical face-care services in a serene spa setting. From Botox to photofacials to traditional treatments, Kalologie lets the customer choose what's best. It also sells skin care products, including its own new line with a daily wash and moisturizing gel. 132 S. Robertson Blvd., L.A., 310.276.9670.

Kinara The luxurious Red Carpet Facial is the signature treatment at this spa, which also features the indulgent Kinara Cadeaux gift shop. The facial is custom blended for each skin type. Amino acids gently exfoliate, brighten and smooth the skin. A blue algae mask deeply hydrates. Finally, a serum of caviar or green tea extracts adds a sophisticated finishing touch. Camera ready! 656 N. Robertson Blvd., L.A., 310.657.9188.

Lather "Clean skin for a radiant life" is the motto at this skin care emporium, which has been selling its own mixtures for face and body since 1999. The natural ingredients make the lineup almost good enough to eat: Favorites include bamboo lemongrass foaming body scrub, and cucumber-and-ginseng facial mist. 17 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 626.396.9636.

Murad Medical Spa The doctor is in and working hard at this straightforward spa, linked to Howard Murad's medical practice. Treatments follow Murad's Water Principle, that lost water in skin cells needs to be replenished. The AHA rapid exfoliator anti-aging facial offers concentrated glycolic acid to treat dead skin cells; a patented blend of antioxidants, anti-inflammatories and hydrators step in to soothe. 2141 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo, 310.726.0470.

Ole Henriksen Danish-born facialist Henriksen is an L.A. legend and his own best advertisement. His face looks as smooth as those of clients Charlize Theron and Halle Berry. Henriksen's treatments use potions such as organic African red tea, black currant complexion oil and lemon strips. Massages are available, too. 8622 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 310.854.7700.

Sephora The French chain came to America several years ago and changed the way we shop for beauty products. There's a section for every side of your skin's personality. A new natural and organic lineup features wholesome selections such as Caudalie's crushed Cabernet scrub with grape seeds. NARS cops an attitude with lip glosses in Bad Education and Orgasm. For relief, dab on a classic perfume: Guerlain's Shalimar. Professional-grade Sephora-brand brushes sweep it all together. Hollywood & Highland, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.462.6898.

Sonya Dakar Skin Clinic Stars from ingenue Kirsten Dunst to newly crowned Sexiest Man Alive Matt Damon swear by Sonya Dakar's potions. In her 12,500-square-foot mega-salon, she offers a Beauty Boot Camp where specialties include a custom green-tea peel and a fitness facial that smooths skin texture. 9975 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.553.7047.

The Spa at The Peninsula The exclusive, elegant feel of The Peninsula hotel extends to its rooftop spa. It's the first hotel spa in the country to offer Shiffa precious gem oils, wherein the essences of diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds are saturated into effective oils. The Precious Diamond Massage pays attention to the scalp as well as the body. 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.551.2888.

Steam Above the face is another essential, and often neglected, body part: the scalp. Soothing Steam salon exfoliates this sensitive area with a nutritious mixture including roasted sunflower seeds, followed by minerals, massage, shampoo, rinse and mask. 314 N. Harper Ave., L.A., 323.966.0024.

Studio at Fred Segal Up-and-coming beauty brands vie for shelf space at this eclectic emporium—it's a red-carpet debut for new products. Comptoir Sud Pacifique fragrances were an early find, and Barc is launching its line of shave products for men with sensitive skin. 500 Broadway, Santa Monica, 310.394.8509.

Thibiant Beverly Hills Day Spa Aida Thibiant has been a skin-care guru since the early 1970s, and her spa continues to appeal with its hands-on approach. All treatment products, including a new organic line, are made in Thibiant's own facility. An organic facial incorporates plant extracts and essential oils. 449 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 800.825.2517.

Valerie Beverly Hills A clean face is a happy face, but only a perfect makeup job will make it purr. Valerie Sarnelle and her staff specialize in a Beverly Hills look that says "I'm pampered—but not overdone." Sarnelle's own makeup line is full of pretty pinks and earthy reds, and she complements each application with expert brow-plucking. 460 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.274.7348.

Vert Open just a few months, the Vert boutique ("green" in French) makes its mark by specializing in eco-friendly beauty products that don't use synthetic ingredients. About one-third of the offerings are organic. The founder, makeup artist Renata Helfman, even discovered a nail polish brand by Priti without formaldehyde. She also carries Stella McCartney's CARE line and Erbaviva for kids. 1121 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.581.6126.

Wax Don't be shy. The technicians at Wax have seen it all—and taken it all off—from plenty of bodies. In skin-conscious L.A., freshly sheared skin is a must, and the staff is happy to cooperate. Efficient services for women include the standard bikini, Brazilian and chin. For men, they will groom the ears, nose, center brow and—if you want to feel like Steve Carell in The 40-Year-Old Virgin, but with less angst—the chest. 7924 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.951.9616.