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ne Health Just Relax I Mood Lighting Candles in a treatment room at spa ni'joli & salon. 60 nshoremag.com December/Holiday 2011 A roundup of soothing spa offerings to help you survive the holidays. By Alexandra Pecci s it just us, or does the hustle and bustle of the holidays get more hectic every year? As soon as the calendar flips to December, the days seem to whip by in a blur of tinsel and wish lists, candy and shopping bags. Before you know it, you're slumped under the tree, wearily wondering where the month has gone and vowing that next year, you'll remember to slow down and enjoy it all a little bit more. We're here to remind you to do just that. Salons and spas around the North Shore are pumping up their usual offerings with special pack- ages and programs for the holidays, and one surefire way to add some relaxation to your to-do list is by indulging in a bit of pampering. We asked the beauty specialists at the area's most acclaimed spas and salons to offer a sneak peek at their holiday offerings, and they gave us the dish about chocolate pedicures, pre-party primping, and even a few "secret elves." The spirit of giving is definitely alive and well, too, since these salons make it a point to give back to their clients with discounted services and even charity events for the community. So whether you give one of these luxurious gifts to your best friend, favorite auntie, or simply decide to spoil yourself, these special holiday packages will definitely add a little extra sparkle to the season. photographs by fawn deviney