Scalp Health & Head Spa Insights
Expert articles on scalp care, treatment education, and luxury self-care.
To the Moms — We See You
A short note from Lavie Bella to the moms heading into Mother’s Day week — and the people who love them. Whatever the day looks like for you, the door is open.
The 2026 Lavie Bella Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Head Spa Picks by Persona
A practical Mother’s Day gift guide from Lavie Bella Head Spa — six kinds of moms, six picks. From the Busy Mom who only has 60 minutes to the daughter buying the Mother’s Day Special for two. Honest answers, not generic spa lists.
Expert Tips for Choosing the Best Head Spa: What to Look For
Head spas have grown fast in Southern California, and the menu can look confusing if you’re new to it. Here’s what to actually look for — the system around the scalp camera, scalp-trained therapists, products and protocols you can trace, and the value beneath the price tag.
Mother-Daughter Spa Day: 60 Minutes for Two in Artesia (Long Beach · Cerritos · Lakewood)
By Mother’s Day, the booking pattern at Lavie Bella shifts. Daughters bring moms. Sisters go together. Partners pair up. The notes field gets specific — “she won’t book it for herself,” “we want the same time slot.” This year we built a Mother’s Day Special for exactly that pattern.
Fresha Named Us Highly Recommended 2026. Here’s What It Means.
Fresha named Lavie Bella a "Highly Recommended 2026" business — one of the winners chosen from 100,000 beauty and wellness studios worldwide. Here is what the award actually means, and why this is really a thank-you to our guests.
LA Scalp Health: A Head Spa Owner's Take
Voyage LA Magazine ran our story earlier this month — and in the days since, readers from all over LA have been asking the same questions. Here is what I wish I had time to say about scalp health, how LA is catching up to the Japanese and Korean head spa wave, and why the fifteen-minute drive is the part most people do not realize actually matters.
A Whittier Bridal Party, Two Weeks Before a Long Beach Wedding
Andrea booked a private group head spa for her friend Aaliyah's bridal party — ten mothers, daughters, and lifelong friends from Whittier — two weeks before the Long Beach wedding. Here is what a real pre-wedding ritual looks like.
How 7 Long Beach Friends Turned a Saturday Into the Best Birthday Party
Candace booked a private group head spa for Katie's birthday. Seven friends, mimosas, a surprise cake, and a studio all to themselves — here is what happened.
Couples Massage vs. Couples Head Spa: Why More Couples Are Switching
Searching for a couples massage? You are not alone — but more couples are discovering something better.
How to Plan the Perfect Birthday Spa Day
Forget the crowded restaurant or the rented party room. A birthday head spa day gives the guest of honor and their closest people something they will actually remember.
Why More Men Are Booking Head Spa (And Bringing Their Friends)
Head spa is not gendered. But most men do not know that yet. Here is what the experience actually looks like — and why guys who try it once keep coming back with their crew.
Bachelorette Party Ideas: Why Head Spa Is the New Brunch
The bachelorette party playbook is overdue for an update. Here is why head spa is replacing the spa-day-plus-brunch formula — and what it actually looks like for a group.
What Is a Scalp Treatment? The Complete Guide to Scalp Care
Most scalp treatments are guesswork. Here is what a real one looks like — starting with what is actually happening on your scalp.
Scalp Detox: What It Is, Why You Need It, and What to Expect
Your shampoo is not removing what you think it is. Here is what actually builds up on your scalp — and why a real detox requires knowing which type you are dealing with.
Scalp Exfoliation: Benefits, Methods, and How Often You Should Do It
Everyone tells you to exfoliate your scalp. Nobody tells you that the method should depend on what your scalp actually looks like up close.
Couples Head Spa: The Ultimate Date Night in Southern California
Dinner and a movie is fine. But a couples head spa in a private treatment room — side by side, scalp analysis included, with dinner downstairs afterward — is a date night you will both remember.
What Is a Head Spa? Everything You Need to Know
A complete guide to the Japanese-inspired scalp treatment that is taking over Southern California.
5 Signs You Have Scalp Buildup (and What to Do About It)
Product buildup is more common than you think. Here are the warning signs and how to address them.
Head Spa vs. Salon Scalp Treatment: What Is the Difference?
Not all scalp treatments are created equal. Here is what makes a dedicated head spa different.
How Hard Water Affects Your Scalp (and Hair)
Southern California water is notoriously hard. Here is what it is doing to your scalp and what to do about it.
Building a Scalp Care Routine That Actually Works
Your hair care routine probably starts with shampoo. But real hair health starts with your scalp. Here is how to build a routine that makes a difference.
What Does a Hot Towel Do for Your Face & Scalp?
The hot towel is more than just comfort — it is one of the most effective tools for scalp and skin health during a head spa.
Curious About Your Scalp?
Reading is great — but nothing beats seeing your scalp up close. Take our free quiz or book a session.