Newport Beach's Guide to Health & Wellness
If health is wealth, Newport Beach is sitting pretty. From world-class doctors to renowned spas, Newport Beach offers an abundance of ways to stay healthy, well, and — let’s be frank and continue the analogy — beautiful. And in our search for the leading experts around town — think fitness studios and wellness centers to aestheticians and surgeons — local reigns.
Here, we narrowed down Newport Beach’s best, curating a selection of local go-to’s whether you’re looking for a good sweat or a great set.
AESTHETICS
AMY BERISHA AESTHETICS
VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 1501 Westcliff Dr Suite #230, Newport Beach | @amyherishaaesthetics | For bespoke skincare and non-invasive treatments, Amy Berisha is unparalleled. Expect the latest tech + procedures, a discerning selection of products, and fabulous care for transformative results that read ultra-natural and ultra-gorgeous. Book a treatment…
THE FACIAL LOUNGE
2675 Irvine Ave, Suite G, Costa Mesa | @faciallounge | The Facial Lounge is Newport Beach’s award-winning facial spa. The amazing team offers custom facials and skincare incorporating a holistic approach — from treatments to diet, education to encouragement. All products are vegan, non-toxic, and cruelty free and treatments include microdermabrasion, derma planing, peels, and LED light treatments for clear, confidence-boosting skin.
FITNESS
THE BAR METHOD
VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 77 Riverside Ave # B, Newport Beach | @barmethodnewportbeach | Lean, sculpted muscles at a bar? Say no more. Sure, it’s not that kind of bar, but you had us at lean and sculpted. Pair with a boutique studio setting, a low-impact format, and total-body workout, and we’re sold. Note: The Bar Method is locally-owned and operated by Danielle Davidson Duley. Learn more…
CURL FITNESS
3505 Via Oporto, Newport Beach | @curlfitness | Conveniently located at Lido Marina Village, the boutique gym offers locals a selection of yoga, spin, Pilates, Zumba, and Bootcamp classes. Enjoy waterfront views from the gym’s state-of-the-art workout machines, certified personal trainers, and a little post-workout shopping.
DRENCHED OC
VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 230 Newport Center Dr, Suite 230, Newport Beach | @drenchedoc | Newport’s first and only heated reformer Pilates studio will, like the name suggests, leave you drenched. Designed around Pilates principles, Drench incorporates elements of cardio, strength training, gliders, and reformer work to deliver a total body workout. Highly recommended for getting lean, flexible, and ready for Cabo. Book a class…
EKAM YOGA & PILATES
2700 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach | @ekampilates | Sweat, sip (on on-tap kombucha) and shop at EKAM. Think of their highly curated collection of activewear, athleisure, home goods, and personal care as the perfect post-sweat treat.
MOXI3
126 Rochester St, Costa Mesa | @moxi3fitness | MOXI3 is a one-stop fitness and recovery studio focused on creating an inclusive community culture. And, for the gym-averse, MOXI3 is a welcome change of pace. Offering all the trimmings of a great gym without the intimidating gym culture, MOXI3 excels in its supportive environment, well-curated fitness classes (HIIT to yoga), state-of-the-art recovery tech, and healthy nutrition options. Learn more…
MASSAGE
CHABA
1000 Bristol St N, #19, Newport Beach | @chabanewportbeach | For the uninitiated, Ancient Massage or, as it’s called today, Thai Massage, is one of the world’s oldest healing modalities. Informed by the belief that illness can be attributed to an imbalance between body, mind, and spirit, Thai Massage attends to the physical body – and life energy components – through a blend of gentle rocking, acupressure, assisted stretches, and meditation. Chaba embodies this ancient perspective, combining it with an immersive Thai experience, to help you relax and revitalize. Offerings include sports massage, traditional Thai massage, prenatal massage, cupping, and more. Book a massage…
MEDICAL
DR. DONALD MOWLDS
VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 1441 Avocado Avenue #801 Newport Beach, CA 92660 | @dsmowldsmd | In the land of nips, tucks, and eternal youth, it’s no secret that California boasts the world’s top plastic surgeons. And at the tip-top of that list, you’ll find Dr. Donald Mowlds. Tap Dr. Mowlds and his team for a comprehensive lineup of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Former patients rave about their experience and, more importantly, natural, gorgeous, tailored results. Request a consultation…
LAWTON, M.D.
351 Hospital Road, Suite 305, Newport Beach | @dr.tenleylawton | In an industry where word-of-mouth referrals reign, Dr. Tenley Lawton, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Tenley Lawton comes highly recommended. Specializing in plastic and cosmetic surgery, Dr. Lawton is known for breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks, facelifts, and mommy makeover work, delivering refreshed, rejuvenated, and enhanced results. Expect compassion, ultra-personalized care, and the all-important natural look. Request a consultation…
MENTAL HEALTH
SMITH PSYCHOTHERAPY GROUP
2043 Westcliff Drive, Suite 201, Newport Beach | @smithphsychotherapygroup | While a good therapist is hard to come by, everyone on the all-female team at Smith Psychotherapy Group fits the bill. Catering to a diverse set of clientele – individuals to couples, adolescents to adults – and a diverse set of concerns – relationships to behavioral concerns, work stress to depression and anxiety – Smith Psychotherapy Group is a go-to in Newport Beach. Safely explore innermost thoughts and feelings with a clear goal (overall happiness and quality of life) with private, welcoming clinicians. Meet the therapeutic team and book your session…
NUTRITION
NOURISH NUTRITION AND HEALTH
VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 901 Dover Dr, Suite 240, Newport Beach | @nourish_nutrition | For one-on-one support in all nutritional needs, Newport Beach’s Julie Hefner is a must-tap. Informed by her personal experience with the life-altering benefits of clean eating – she struggled with allergies that have since been cured since adjusting her diet – Julie offers clients personalized lifestyle changes for long-term results. In short, it’s nutrition and health coaching for real life. Read her Healthy Eats Guide to Newport Beach…
SPA
SPA VEA
VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach | @veanewportbeach | Spa VEA is a 14,000 square-foot sanctuary perched above the Pacific. Take a dip in their saltwater pool, reinvigorate your senses (and your muscles) with a yoga class, and indulge in their host of treatments. We recommend lingering, swathed in a sumptuous robe, as long as you can. Explore services and book your treatment…
SPA MONTAGE
30801 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach | @montagelaguna | Spa Montage harnesses the healing power of nature to offer guests a truly indulgent, wellness-oriented experience. Follow your massage, facial, or spa treatment with a cleansing breather in the eucalyptus steam or soak in the ocean air whirlpool. Then, round out your afternoon of tranquil indulgences with a blow-out from their on-site salon for total pampering. Explore services and book your treatment…
WELLNESS CENTER
BOOST HYDRATION
SCOUTED MEMBER | 191 Riverside Ave Suite B, Newport Beach | @boosthydration | Whether you’re feeling the after effects of one too many margs or starting to feel sniffly during flu season, Boost Hydration has just the elixir to revitalize you. With over 20 proprietary IV infusions and injections to choose from, you’ll enjoy immediate 100% absorption of hydration and nutrients right when you need them. Explore hydration services…
OC WELL STUDIO
1501 Westcliff Drive, Suite 200, Newport Beach | @ocwellstudio | A lifelong California native, Dr. Tara Pierce, DC, MACM, LAc, has an extensive background in the wellness industry – starting with her undergraduate and doctoral studies and continuing on in her daily practice. At her practice, OC Well Studio – which, by the way, is affectionately referred to as the “Zen Den” – she delivers chiropractic, acupuncture, and holistic health care. From prenatal to sports injuries, expect individualized treatments and full-body care to help you discover wellness from within. And don’t forget to ask about facial acupuncture, dry needling, and microneedling. Learn more...
To nominate your go-to for inclusion in Newport Beach’s Guide to Health & Wellness, email us at [email protected]. Word of mouth reigns in this arena, after all. And if you tap any of our scouted local experts or resources, tell them Scout sent you.
