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Introducing the Viva Day Spa + Med Spa mobile app! Keeping up with your self-care routine shouldn’t feel like another task on your to-do list. Whether you’re unwinding after a morning hike, recovering from a weekend of two-stepping, or just need to de-stress from I-35 traffic (we feel you), the Viva Day Spa + Med Spa app makes booking your next appointment effortless. Now,…

Allergan is offering a one-day-only Mother’s Day Alle Gift Card offer on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 to its Allē rewards members. Save $50 when you schedule your next injectables treatment at Viva Day Spa + Med Spa — including Botox, Juvederm filler, SkinVive, and Kybella double chin treatment.

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Mother’s Day Special: $150 Alle Gift Card for $100
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When it comes to achieving a radiant, refreshed complexion, few treatments are as effective as a chemical peel. This time-tested skincare procedure helps address a range of concerns, from fine lines and wrinkles to uneven texture and even stubborn acne scars. In fact, chemical face peels are the third most common non-invasive cosmetic procedure in the US, with more than 1 million performed each…

Yep, it’s that time of year again. The days are shorter, the temps have dropped, and our skin starts looking less human and more… reptilian. The cold, dry air of the season can wreak havoc on your skin, stripping it of moisture and softness. Thankfully, we’re gifting you this guide to winter skin care treatments. Read on to find out how you can get…

Massage therapy is more than just a pampering self care escape — it’s a holistic approach to both enhancing physical health and emotional well-being. By working with all 10 systems of the body, massage offers profound benefits that help you feel rejuvenated, inside and out.

 
Physical Benefits of Massage Therapy
The benefits of massage therapy include decreased tension, inflammation, and pain, detoxification, and reduced levels of…

Maybe you’re not thinking about baring your stubble-ridden legs, underarms, or bikini lines at your next Hamilton Pool day now. But we can bet your bottom Barton Springs dollar that you will be soon. Or maybe you’re day dreaming about ditching your dry, flaky and dull winter complexion in time for warmer weather soirees? Either way, getting ready now means you can slip into…

Finding the right skincare routine for acne can be a frustrating experience for many. Around 50 million Americans are affected by acne each year. No matter the cause, the painful or red papules, pustules, and other blemishes that appear on your face, back, or chest can make you dread another flare-up at best, hurt your self-esteem at worst.

Acne is not a one-and-done situation,…

Looking for the most popular spa and med spa treatments in Austin? We’ve shared our Top Austin Spa Treatments our Most Popular Services before, but there’s nothing like a well-known taste maker’s recommendations, is there?

If you know Jane Ko, you know that she’s got the pulse of all things amazing in Austin. And if you don’t know Jane – she’s a native Texan and…

Love is in the air! We’re here to spread the love this Valentine’s Day by partnering with our fabulous friends at Hotel Van Zandt to treat you and your boo, your BFF—or even your pampered pup—to the ultimate romantic staycation in Austin, Texas.

Austin Staycation Giveaway for Valentine’s Day
Enjoy the high life with a 1-night stay in the swanky Presidential Suite at Hotel Van Zandt…

Need ideas for the best sweets for your sweetie this year? We’ve done the thinking for you. Here’s your stress-free selection of our best Valentine’s Day gift ideas for a relaxing spa escape at the best spa in Austin, Texas. All are healthy, calorie-free, and 100% guaranteed to melt your honey’s heart without melting your wallet.

 
2023 Bonus Offer: Give $300 in Gift Cards. Get…

Valentine’s Day in Austin, Texas. Is there a better city to be in love or single and loving it? We don’t think so.❤️ Whether you’re planning a romantic couples date night or want to celebrate Gal-entine’s style with your bestie, we’ve put together some of our favorite Austin Valentine’s Day couples ideas featuring local businesses. Because time together with the people you love most…

As we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome the new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a fabulous year filled with pampering and plenty of self-care. Whether you visited us for a relaxing massage, a little Botox boost, or a skincare retreat, YOU made this year one for the books and helped Viva Day Spa + Med Spa defend the title of…

Is it just us or have New Year’s resolutions shifted from classics like “lose 5 pounds” or “join a gym” to more meaningful intentions? Deeper insights like “finding inner peace” and “putting yourself first for once”. New Year’s self-care resolutions — whatever they may be — are an investment in you and, in turn, also benefit everyone around you.

At Viva, we’re in the business…

We love the fresh start that a new year brings. It’s easy to get carried away with the hustle and bustle of new opportunities, but don’t forget to take a few moments each day to practice self-care. Kick-off the new year in Austin, Texas with these 10 ideas to prioritize your health and wellness. There’s no better time than now to start new habits…

Meet Loreal Sarkisian (Loreal Smith): businesswoman, fashion stylist, philanthropist, and perhaps best known in Austin, Texas as the “First Lady of Texas Football.”

Wife of head Texas football coach Steven Sarkisian, Loreal manages a busy schedule. In addition to supporting Longhorn Athletics and philanthropy initiatives in Austin, she also works with her own stylist clients and collaborates with designers across the globe. A former collegiate…