Whether you’re chasing endorphins on a sunrise jog or chasing enlightenment in a candlelit yoga class, this city knows how to keep the good vibes flowing. When it’s time to unwind, East Austin delivers the full glow-up package: massages that melt your stress faster than a snow cone in July, facials so radiant they should come with SPF warnings, and med spas that work pure magic (no wand required). From barbers who bless your fade to dentists who make your smile sparkle brighter than the skyline on New Year’s Eve, these local legends prove that taking care of yourself can be just as fun as a night out.
Best Workout Spot
Lift ATX
liftatx.com
No frills, no gimmicks — just iron, grit, and a killer playlist. Lift ATX feels more like a community than a gym, with trainers who cheer you on and music that hits harder than leg day. Sweat here, and your mood will lift more than weights. 1005 Springdale Rd., Ste. 3
Best Workout Classes
Sharp Bodies Pilates
thesharpmethod.com
Strong core, sharp mind, serious results are what happens at Sharp Bodies. It’s Pilates with personality, powered by instructors who push, cheer, and occasionally make you question your life choices (in a good way). Expect that delicious “I worked muscles I didn’t know existed” feeling, and if you’re brave, try their barre classes. Your legs will shake, your glutes will gossip, and you’ll still go back for more. 2823 E MLK Jr. Blvd., Ste. 115
Best Massage
Indigo Moon Massage
indigomoonmassage.com
Tension? Not here. Indigo Moon’s intuitive therapists melt away every knot and worry with a mix of skill, scent, and serenity. Whether you’re post-ACL Fest or pre-burnout, this is your reboot button that will leave you going back for more. 6516 Berkman Dr.
Best Yoga
Open Form Yoga & Well-Being Studio
practiceopenform.com
This isn’t your average “stretch and sweat” studio. Open Form is mindfulness with style. Flow under soft light, surrounded by art and calm energy that make you forget about your to-do list. Your spine (and soul) will thank you later. 2900 E 12th St., Unit A
Best Holistic Care
Rosewood Acupuncture & Ayurveda
rosewoodacupuncture.com
Needles, herbs, Gua Sha, cupping? Yes. Nirvana? Also yes. Rosewood Acupuncture blends ancient healing with modern chill in a serene space where stress goes to die and balance gets restored. Offering various ancient modalities, you’ll leave glowing, grounded, and maybe a little too relaxed to drive.
2900 E 12th St.
Best Beauty Salon
Love + Roots
loveandrootsatx.com
Part salon, part sanctuary, Love + Roots turns beauty into an art form with clean products, talented stylists, and, most importantly, good energy. You’ll walk out glowing on the outside and calm on the inside. It’s Eastside magic, bottled and blow-dried.
1317 Rosewood Ave.
Best Facial
Skin by Rachel
skinbyrachel.com
At Skin by Rachel, facials aren’t treatments; they’re transformations. Rachel’s magic hands and glow-to-know-how will have you walking out dewy enough to reflect traffic lights. Expect customized care, radiant results, and skin so luminous you’ll cancel your highlighter subscription. Caution: May cause spontaneous mirror flirting. 2124 E 6th St., Unit 104
Best Lashes
The Lash Lounge
thelashlounge.com
If eyes are the windows to the soul, then The Lash Lounge is your custom designer drapery. From subtle lift to full-glam flutter, their lash artists craft looks that survive workouts, naps, and even Texas humidity. 1911 Aldrich St., #140
Best Dental Care
Austin Dental Spa
austindentalspa.com
Austin Dental Spa has found a way to turn dentist visits into spa days. Offering cosmetic, restorative, and sedation dentistry while also getting a mini-massage, you can literally sleep through your procedure if you want. Dr. Mark Sweeney and his team make teeth feel like a priority, not a chore.
3305 Northland Dr., #515
Best Eye Care
Austin Eye Studio
austineyestudio.com
See and be seen at Austin Eye Studio. Dr. Emily Simonek delivers eye care with designer flair—part medical precision, part fashion. From custom treatments to frames so fresh they’ll make your selfies jealous, this isn’t your average eye exam. It’s eye-conic care for people who like their vision as sharp as their style. 1900 Aldrich St., #110
