Rest and relaxation are essential elements of self-care, and after the most challenging of years, we could all use a moment to pause and pamper ourselves. No one agrees more than the proprietors of these Black-owned spas, where soothing treatments are a welcome respite for the mind, body and spirit. From salt therapy to CBD facials, these sanctuaries are the cure for what ails you.

In Rochester, New York, this spa lounge specializes in treatments for the men. Those with full facial hair will appreciate the Beard TLC service, which includes an exfoliating cleanse, hot oil application,deep conditioning, and a trim.

Halotherapy (salt therapy) is purported to offer several health benefits, from boosting your immunity to improving circulation. At this Hope Mills, North Carolina spa you can take your pick from a variety of salt treatments, including exfoliating scrubs; 45-minute sessions in a salt cave; and relaxing Epsom salts soaks.

This hotel-spa in a restored 19th-century mansion is the perfect escape from Baltimore’s bustle. For tired feet, try the Hot Toddy Foot Ritual, which includes a soothing foot soak; lower-leg and foot trigger-point therapy; and a hot-stone massage, all while you enjoy a dram of Scotch.

After studying in Paris, Bettye Odom established her Hyde Park spa in 1978, bringing the skincare secrets she learned abroad to her Chicago community. Try the Bettye O. Signature Facial, then continue the self-care at home with her bevy of anti-aging products.

A stroll through a tunnel of maple trees will lead you to this scenic Poconos resort, home of the YOUtopia Spa. You can't go wrong with the classics like the Thai massage, reflexology, or Reiki, which is meant to channel universal healing energy.

You’ll be spoiled with all-natural treatments using fruits, veggies, and herbs from this Atlanta spa’s own harvest. Renew yourself with the Signature Veggie Facial using raw squash, blueberries, flaxseeds, and honey, or head to the DIY mask bar to create a personalized treatment for at-home pampering.

Go to this Memphis spa for the muscle-melting deep tissue massages. Stay for the holistic lineup of wellness treatments, which includes cupping, sound therapy and guided meditations. Twosomes will enjoy the couple's massage instruction, during which they’ll learn to both give and receive that loving touch.

A trip to the spa at this Tampa Bay, Florida resort is an all-day affair that can begin with a session in the eucalyptus steam room and continue long after a champagne lunch al fresco. Complete the post-treatment wind-down with an outdoor yoga class or a walk through the lush spa gardens.

If you’re on-the-go and in need of a quick pick me up, this Torrance, CA spa offers luxury services with affordable prices, ranging from $24 to $134. Try the 60-minute signature oxygen facial, which includes resurfacing, extractions and a vitamin-rich infusion guaranteed to leave your skin glowing.

Jessica Poitevien is a freelance travel writer based in South Florida, but always on the lookout for her next adventure. When she's not writing for publications like Condé Nast Traveler or Travel+Leisure, you can find Jessica baking sweets, playing with her pets, and learning to roller skate. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.