Better Than Chocolate: 'Sweet Spa' Pampering Parties

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CHOCOLATE AND SPA TREATMENTS have been paired together before, but the combo has never been quite as enticing as "Sweet Spa," a series of pampering parties co-hosted by Co Co. Sala and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spas. The first is Nov. 17 at the patisserie/cafe/lounge (6 p.m.-8 p.m., 929 F St. NW; Cocosala.com, register by today at Events@coco-dc.com).

For $85, customers can down desserts and sip champagne while aestheticians give fall makeup tips and manicures in autumn colors such as reds, browns and jewel tones.

"These are two indulgences that women really enjoy," says Kelly Bigel, regional spa sales specialist for Red Door (Reddoorspas.com). "There's a definite therapeutic element [with both]. Whether you're treating yourself to a manicure or you're having something sweet that just melts in your mouth, it just is a good feeling."

Overindulgence will be tempting, but "it's not about the size," says Nisha Sidhu, co-owner of Co Co. Sala. "It's really about being able to enjoy everything in moderation, to have small bites. You want to feel pampered, you want to feel satisfied during an event like this but you don't want to feel like somebody has to roll you out. It's definitely indulgent, but it's really just about feeling good."

As with the makeup colors, expect the dessert menu to reflect the season, like pumpkin cheesecake lollipops. Beauty buffs know the gourd is a good source of vitamin A, which happens to do wonders for the skin. Pretty sweet.

Written by Express contributor Stephanie Kanowitz