I met Altranise through local moms when she donated her chair massage services to a wonderful…read morefundraiser for a family in need. That defines Altranise--giving. When she started Anise Moon in Latham, I couldn't wait to book an appointment, but my mom was visiting and I wanted to treat her first. She had a great experience, but I'll let her share her own story. Months later I was finally home and in a place where I could take a little time for pampering. Altranise was easy to book with and very nice when I got there. My only complaint is that the location is a little hard to find (it's super easy to drive to, but the address wasn't visible), but while I was there, the landlord was installing a sign for The Wellness Cottage now that all of the rooms are filled. Voila--fixed! Altranise made me feel very comfortable and I could tell she was genuinely interested in my past and current health to inform her work. The room was really comfortable and my 90 minute massage was heaven. She knew the exact areas I needed more attention on and I felt like she had the perfect amount of pressure. I only wanted a normal Swedish massage--I'm wimpy and can't handle deep tissue, but I know she would be great working however her client needed help, she really listens. I will definitely go back and my company is talking to Anise Moon about hiring her to do chair massage for the team at the office! Support a local, amazing mom and professional massage therapist--check out Anise Moon and all of the practitioners working out of the cottage.

After the second therapeutic massage in a week. Altranise has made real progress at taming the long…read moregathering knots and tensions and, yes, pains, especially in my back, neck and upper arms. While she cannot take away the arthritis, she does a great job of relieving the compensatory stresses and helping me "live with it" or at least live better.

I have always had a great experience with this spa. Chelsea is a great aesthetician and I love my…read morefacials. I recently went into purchase skin care and they had one of my products but not the other. I always like to buy local so when they offered to order the other product I was happy. I pre paid for my product and they said it would take about a week to get. I had to call two weeks later and it still had not come in. They were very suspicious saying " it is not their policy to accept prepayment for orders" which really made me uncomfortable. They said they needed to check with someone who orders products. Two more weeks go buy and I had not been contacted. I stopped into see the status and the product was on the shelf. Again the person was suspicious like I was trying to get a product for free or something. I would not have pre paid if I knew this was going to be a hassle. The gals who took my order initially were very pleasant so it was not all bad. I also understand that there are people out there who would try to get something for free.

I posted before, with a pic of the amazing job Dakota did on my hair. (Thanks again Becca for…read moregetting me in, you're awesome!) I just wanted to post how good it looks after 4 months.

I have been going to LUX every Tuesday for the last 7 weeks. I LOVE this place. Very quaint…read moreoffice on street level in the Antique District in historic downtown troy. Gwen is a fantastic therapist, and is easy to feel comfortable with.

I was fortunate to experience a wonderful massage while visiting Albany on a business trip. It was…read morefirst massage, she explained how it all worked, and I felt much better after her therapy. The facility was very relaxing, and I would return if back in the area.

I have been to my fair share of massage therapists and when I found Rachel at 37 weeks pregnant- I…read moreknew I had to keep coming back to her. She understands the body and genuinely cares about her clients providing thorough consultation, even recommending exercises and stretches to alleviate pain and discomfort. I have had pregnancy massages, post natal massages and go every month which has helped with my scoliosis and everyday pains. She is reasonably priced (especially if you become a member) and very flexible. She never seems rushed and really gives it her all. Highly recommend to anyone in need of massage!

My wife is around 20 weeks pregnant and was having some back pain so I booked her a massage here…read moreand she loved it!

I walked in and they have availability. Shi-shi is very good. She is very patient and hit the right…read moremuscles. The place is clean and the music is relaxing. The oil or lotion they use does not have smell. Went home very relaxed. I would recommend this.

This is a no frills Asian massage place that is super affordable. You can schedule online, which…read moreis great. The location is in a small strip mall so there's decent parking. Alice is very strong, I like a deep tissue massage so she really worked the knots out of my back and neck as best she could. I carry a lot of stress in my back. I chatted with a few other patrons and they were also happy with their massages. They also work the muscles that are often associated with low back pain like your glutes, so don't let that take you off guard. Great place.

Very Knowledgeable, listens & asks questions about your ailments, pain & trouble spots. Knows how…read moremuscles, ligaments, joints are connected & worked on areas that alleviated pain in other parts (ie. shooting pain near hip flexors that was actually caused by low back/glute area). Used hot packs on shoulders & had a warm table that helped loosen muscle. Bio-freeze & CBD infused products, ends with a nice aromatherapy oil on the temples. Calm, attentive, professional therapist. The location is jn a little house/office near Schuyler Bakery. Looks like a live/work space, but I'm fine with that. Competitive pricing.

Karie is really good with the massage techniques she uses. It is by far one of the best massages I…read morehave ever had.