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Aquarius Spa & Salon in Chapin, South Carolina, is celebrating two decades of service with the grand opening of a new 5,300 square foot facility. The new location features expanded treatment rooms, innovative services such as a head spa, and partnerships with About Face Aesthetics for med spa offerings. The event will take place on December 7, featuring live music and refreshments, and aims to enhance wellness and beauty services for both long-time and new clients.
Chapin, South Carolina – Aquarius Spa & Salon, a well-known wellness and beauty establishment, is set to celebrate 20 years of service, marked by the grand opening of its new facility located at 113 Virginia St. The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 7, at 5:30 p.m., coinciding with a holiday open house drop-in that will follow from 6 to 8 p.m., featuring food, beverages, and live music.
The newly constructed facility expands on the previous operation significantly, boasting 5,300 square feet—double the treatment rooms and salon space compared to its prior location. This upgrade allows Aquarius to introduce innovative services, including a trendy head spa that focuses on scalp health and stress relief, which has already gained popularity among clients. Additionally, the spa will continue offering a variety of treatments such as therapeutic and deep tissue massages, high-end skincare services, anti-aging facials, waxing, sugaring, lash and brow treatments, as well as full-service hair and nail salon options.
Aquarius Spa & Salon has also partnered with About Face Aesthetics & Wellness to expand its offerings through med spa services that include Botox, fillers, weight loss programs, and hormone replacement therapy. For guests looking for relaxation, the new location features a “serenity” room and a retail area stocked with creams, lotions, cosmetics, clothing, and accessories.
The construction of this new building was completed by Chapin Commercial Construction. Founder Marie Keaton aimed to preserve the character and charm of the previous location in this new venture. The original Aquarius Spa & Salon first opened in 2005, situated in a 1,000-square-foot farmhouse on Chapin’s Columbia Avenue, recognizing a gap in local wellness services.
For over 17 years, the spa operated out of the historic Robinson-Hiller House on Virginia Street before deciding to establish its new premises. This move reflects the growth and evolution of both the spa and the town of Chapin, which experienced a remarkable population increase from 347 residents in 1990 to nearly 2,000 today. Despite the considerable growth, Chapin has retained its small-town charm, a sentiment that Keaton highlighted when discussing the community’s changes over the years.
The grand opening not only marks two decades of service but also an exciting chapter for the spa as it aims to enhance wellness and beauty services for both long-time and new clients in the region. RSVP for the opening event is encouraged via the spa’s Facebook page.
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Chapin
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