After years working at some of Chicago´s top spas, Rachael Eng has broken out on her own, opening her signature skin care and waxing lounge within Emmett Rode Salon on Lincoln Avenue.

Amidst the glow of candles and the soothing scent of Aveda botanicals, the walls are draped in sage green, a visual clue to the use of Aveda plant-based skin care in all of Eng´s skin saving services. Specializing in Brazilian Waxing, Rachael is known for her meticulous attention to detail and is acclaimed for her safe, clean and quick waxing skills using honey hard wax for ultimate comfort.

ChicagoBeauties save 50% on all services, which means on top of Rachael's already amazing prices, you can save: Brazilian Waxing for only $17.50, Aveda Outer Peace Facial (60 min) for only $37.50 or Lash Tinting for only $10 with the printable Savings Invitations.

Rachael´s Spa is located at 1940 N. Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60614. Phone: (773) 520-0460

Move over health clubs and mini spas and make way for Transcendence Lake Forest. This luxurious pampering spot in the Northern Suburbs isn't exactly your run-of-the-mill spa. Exclusively for women, Transcendence Lake Forest offers a medically supervised approach to beauty and wellness. A virtual one stop shop for relaxation, beauty and wellness, Transcendence offers clients memberships to the spa at varying levels. Members enjoy a wide array of therapeutic programs, beauty treatments and exercise outlets. Whether you opt for a one-day pass, a one- month membership or even a whole year, Transcendence will introduce you to a brand new approach to everyday beauty.

Transcendence Lake Forest is located at 27861 Irma Lee Circle. Phone: (847) 816-1940

As a photographer, Elizabeth Lynch seeks to recognize and capture beauty in all its forms: A comfortable smile, bubbles in a Champagne flute, the odd juxtaposition of a rose and an antler. Natural is best. (But that doesn't mean she doesn't subtly enhance her images to elevate them to perfection!) Artistic direction is key but so is letting people, places and things speak for themselves. For inquiries, please write to elizabethglynch@gmail.com or visit Elizabeth Lynch Photography online.