Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Premier Day Spa Experience in Poughkeepsie, NY
Founded in 2010 by licensed massage therapist and esthetician Kiriaki 'Kiki' Pertesis, The Little Owl Spa was created to provide personalized luxury spa experiences focused on honesty, knowledge, and exceptional customer care. Our small-scale operation allows for fully customized services across massage therapy, skincare, and body treatments, with no pressure to purchase products. After seven years of building a loyal clientele in Poughkeepsie, we expanded to a larger location at 214 Hooker Ave while maintaining our original vision of simplicity and quality.Our team of award-winning professionals, including multiple licensed estheticians and massage therapists, specializes in techniques ranging from prenatal massage to crystal healing sessions. We've earned recognition as Best Day Spa in 2021 and Best Waxing in 2018 from the Hudson Valley Best of Awards. Our services combine technical expertise with compassionate care, ensuring each client receives tailored treatments in a relaxing environment that prioritizes both physical and emotional well-being.
Services
Massage Therapy
Skincare
Body Treatments
Waxing
Facial Treatments
Cupping
Aromatherapy
Hot Stone Massage
Body Scrubs
Crystal Healing
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer customized treatments tailored to individual client needs
- Our team includes award-winning professionals with specialized training
- We maintain a small-scale, non-commercial atmosphere for personalized attention
- We use premium products like coconut oil-based wax and hemp massage oil
- We provide comprehensive skincare education for at-home care
Services
Massage Therapy
Customized massage sessions tailored to individual needs, including Swedish, deep tissue, and prenatal options. Our therapists use techniques like myofascial release and trigger point therapy to relieve muscle tension. Clients receive personalized pressure adjustments and modality choices for optimal relaxation and therapeutic benefits.
Skincare
Comprehensive skincare services including customized facials and chemical peels. Our estheticians provide acne treatment, anti-aging solutions, and skin analysis with personalized home care recommendations. Treatments use premium products to address specific skin concerns while promoting overall skin health.
Body Treatments
Luxury body treatments featuring exfoliating scrubs and hydrating body butters. Services like the Ocean Dew Magnesium Treatment detoxify and replenish skin while incorporating aromatherapy benefits. Back scrubs and salt glows leave skin smooth and rejuvenated through professional exfoliation techniques.
Waxing
Professional waxing services using premium hard and soft waxes for sensitive skin. Options include Brazilian, bikini, facial, and full-body waxing with specialized techniques for pain reduction. Our coconut oil-based wax formulation provides gentle yet effective hair removal with lasting results.
Crystal Healing
Holistic healing sessions combining sage purification, crystal placement, and energy work. This add-on service promotes relaxation and emotional balance through guided meditation and chakra alignment. Therapists use singing bowls and healing stones to create a deeply calming experience.
People
Kiriaki (Kiki) Pertesis
Owner, Licensed Massage Therapist & Esthetician
Founder of The Little Owl Spa since 2010, Kiki specializes in therapeutic massage and skincare. She developed customized treatment protocols for sensitive skin and acne conditions while maintaining a 'less is more' philosophy in skincare.
Katerina Zeoli
Licensed Esthetician & Waxing Professional
Specializes in science-backed skincare and body waxing with expertise in creating personalized skincare routines. Known for natural brow shaping and painless waxing techniques, offering both traditional and bold aesthetic options for clients.
Giovanna Repetto Quiroz
Licensed Esthetician
Over 10 years of skincare experience with expertise in aging skin treatments. Bilingual in Spanish, bringing international experience from Este Lauder and La Mer to provide comprehensive skincare solutions and a calming spa environment.
Nicole Fossati
Licensed Massage Therapist
Specializes in Swedish, prenatal, and deep tissue massage with a focus on muscle therapy. Graduated from Finger Lakes School of Massage in 2017, combining technical skill with compassionate care to address individual client needs.
Darlene Scialpi
Licensed Massage Therapist
Experienced in therapeutic and relaxing massage techniques including hot stone therapy. Known for her nurturing approach combined with strong technical knowledge, delivering both pain relief and deep relaxation through customized sessions.
Questions
What makes The Little Owl Spa different from other spas?
We focus on personalized, small-scale service with customized treatments tailored to each client's specific needs in a non-commercial environment.
Do you offer prenatal massage services?
Yes, all our massage therapists have specialized prenatal training to safely accommodate expectant mothers from 12 weeks gestation onward.
What waxing options are available?
We offer hard wax for sensitive skin and soft wax options for all body areas including Brazilian, bikini, facial, and full-body waxing services.
Can I book appointments online?
Yes, our online booking system allows direct scheduling for all services, with options to book by specific therapist or service type.
What skincare services do you offer?
We provide customized facials, chemical peels, acne treatments, and personalized skincare consultations with product recommendations for home care routines.
Do you have cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour cancellation notice to avoid charges, with exceptions made for inclement weather conditions affecting client safety.
