From Paris to New York: Mathilde Frachon’s Essential Beauty and Wellness Destinations
Credit: Higher Dose
* BEAUTY & WELLNESS HOTSPOTS
* BEAUTY & WELLNESS HOTSPOTS
MATHILDE FRACHON
Born in Paris and having spent a major part of her life in New York, Mathilde Frachon is a true wellness and beauty expert with an innate sense for discovering the best spots in these fields. She is the founder of M Agency, specializing in PR and bespoke events in the beauty, lifestyle, and fashion industries. Today, she shares with us her favorite spots in these two cities, renowned for their rich wellness and beauty experiences.
* NEW YORK
* NEW YORK
Credit: Face Gym, New York
Maria Bonita, Nolita “This place captures the essence of Brazilian beauty in New York. I've been coming here for years for everything from pedicures to facials—the service and atmosphere are consistently excellent.”
Real Pilates, Tribeca “The classic pilates here is demanding but incredibly rewarding. The Tower classes especially help deepen your practice with precision and control.”
Higher Dose, Soho “The infrared sauna sessions here are a revelation for skin health and mental detox—it’s a quick but profound reset for body and mind.”
Facegym, Noho “Ideal for a fast, effective facial workout. It’s my secret weapon for skin that looks instantly rejuvenated, especially before any special event.”
Greenwich Hotel/Shibui Spa, Tribeca “For indulgence and relaxation, this is my sanctuary in the city. The massages and hammam are unmatched for their soothing, luxurious quality.”
Russian and Turkish Baths, Lower East Side “Stepping into these historic baths is like entering another world—one that refreshes and revitalizes at once, albeit with rustic charm.”
Mist Beauty, Nachi-Midtown “Nachi’s facials are a revelation—both cleansing and rejuvenating. It’s one of New York’s best-kept beauty secrets.”
Great Jones Spa, Noho “This spa is a total retreat from urban frenzy, offering everything from massages to a serene pool and sauna area for ultimate relaxation.”
* PARIS
* PARIS
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Reformation Pilates “The pilates classes here, particularly on the Tower, are transformative, enhancing both strength and grace with every session.”
Cécile Aharoni, Paris 16ème “Cécile delivers facials with a touch so skilled, you emerge radiant and clear-skinned without a trace of the usual post-treatment redness.”
Oh My Cream “It’s more than a store; it’s a gateway to the finest clean beauty products sourced from around the world.”
Lymfea Institut, Paris 16ème “Here, relaxation is elevated to an art form, from the massages to the tranquil moments sipping matcha after a session.”
Cible Skin Institut, Paris 8ème “For an instant refresh and radiant skin, their hydrafacial is unmatched.”
L'institut Leonor Greyl, Paris 8ème “The signature treatments here keep my hair looking lustrous and healthy—essential upkeep for any beauty routine.”
Hoy Hotel, Paris 9ème “This hotel is a nucleus of wellness, blending vegan culinary delights with enriching holistic workshops.”
Ambassade Biologique Recherche, Paris 8ème “Their micro-needling facials are transformative, delivering vitality and a visible glow with each treatment.”