Located in the heart of Old Town, Circe Day Spa begins every service by focusing on what defines you: face shape, features, hair and skin type, as well as lifestyle and sense of style. "Then we apply our expertise to bring out your best," said Alexandria resident Sheila McGurk, Circe Spa's founder and owner. Circe helps each guest to discover the precious gift of time to relax. With stress and stress-related illnesses accounting for a large number of medical visits, McGurk feels there's a real need for an alternative way of de-stressing. "Our commitment to all of Circe guests is to provide an environment that is focused on well-being and offer superior customer care while using nature-based products that have minimal impact on the environment," she said. "At Circe, we believe that what you put on your skin is as important as what you eat." Its personalized treatments and services, enhanced by pure plant and flower based products, are customized to each guest's individual needs. "Our services and packages are designed to promote health, beauty and wellness," McGurk said.