For the average woman, a trip to the drugstore is full of danger and intrigue. Beauty and wellness products abound, many of which promise to accomplish extraordinary feats, such as "defying gravity." But be forewarned, the only thing that will diminish with many of these products is the size of your wallet. Not to worry, we've invested our own time - and money - and rounded up a list of the five best drugstore products on the market, so you don't have to waste a dime, or a moment, on products that don't deliver.

Revlon's Pre/Post Tweezing Cream is one of the products that we plucked off the shelves at our local drugstore expecting to be disappointed. After all, what were the odds that for just six bucks one could buy an easy to apply product that would miraculously make tweezing more effective?

With its Loop locale, any busy Chicago Beauty will appreciate the chic and convenient destination that is Citrin Spa. Less than a year old, this haven of innovative and relaxing Spa and Salon services houses stylists and estheticians with over 16 years of experience, so the only thing "new" is the boutique spot on Clinton St.

Whether for a quickie lunch manicure and pedicure (we won't tell the boss), a Dermalogica facial or a refresher cut and color, Citrin takes the hustle out of the loop.

Insider's Tip: Parking at 500 W. Monroe is only $2 after 3 pm.

Citrin Spa and Wellness Center is located at 135 S. Clinton St., Chicago, IL 60661. Phone: (312) 887-1090

In the book How to Talk to Girls, penned by 8- year-old author Alec Greven, Greven offers this timeless advice, "If you like a girl, comb your hair and don't wear sweats."

While your man's taste in women has undoubtedly progressed beyond the playground set, his grooming go-tos may not have completely matured. And while ladies still love a clean cut mate, the tools of the trade now go well beyond bar soap and a comb. Enter Zen [Salon for Men], an upscale destination where hair cuts, facials, waxing and more will elevate your guy's style at prices that are sure to fit within his allowance.

Zen [Salon for Men] is located at 2958 W. Fullerton Ave., 2nd Floor,Chicago, IL 60647. Phone: (773) 227- 3400