The Premier SPA in Southeast Iowa that welcomes both men and women! We offer a variety of services designed to impress you and provide an experience that you will long remember. At Essential, our team of highly-trained and experienced professionals are here to help you relax, address pain management, and guide you on your wellness journey. We’ll work with you to design a session to meet your needs. Whether you are new to massage & skin care treatments or a long time wellness enthusiast, our team of Licensed Professionals will work with you to be sure you are comfortable and have the best Spa experience.
With over 20 years of experience, Jacki is the heart and soul of Essential Massage & Spa. She’s passionate about helping others feel their best through healing touch, especially with her favorite service—Raindrop Therapy. As a leader, Jacki values connection, growth, and creating a supportive, uplifting environment for both guests and her team. She takes pride in mentoring her staff and building a spa family that truly cares.
Jennifer brings over 16 years of experience with a true passion for skincare and helping clients feel confident in their own skin. She specializes in waxing and advanced skincare treatments, including facials, HydraFacials, microneedling, microblading, and full-body treatments. Whether you're visiting for a quick refresh or a transformative skincare service, Jennifer’s expertise and calming presence will make you feel right at home. She’s dedicated to delivering personalized care that leaves you glowing—inside and out.
Meet Kasey - Marketing Manager. Kasey is the creative mind behind our marketing, bringing energy, vision, and strategy to everything from managing social media, updating the website, to creating promotions and designing content. She ensures every message reflects the heart of the spa and helps connect guests to our services and products. In addition to her behind-the-scenes work, she is also one of the first smiles to greet you—bringing positivity, and hospitality to every visit.
Lisa is the heart behind our front desk and the friendly face that greets you the moment you walk in. She coordinates our spa events with care and creativity, all while making sure each guest feels comfortable, heard, and taken care of. Her attention to detail and passion for people help make every visit feel a little more special.
The first warm smile that greets you at the front desk. Proudly known as the "family momma," she’s always ready to lend a hand and serve with heart. Her kindness, support, and genuine care make every guest feel right at home.
Focused on maintaining a clean, welcoming space while actively supporting fellow team members.Grateful for the opportunity to serve and make a positive impact each day.
Crystal's approach to bodywork is rooted in the belief that true healing happens when we address not just the physical, but the emotional and energetic layers of the body as well. She specializes in restoring balance by getting to the root of your tension and discomfort. Using gentle yet powerful techniques like Craniosacral Therapy, Acupressure, and the Spinal Flow Technique, Crystal taps into the body's innate ability to heal itself. Her sessions are calming, deeply intuitive, and designed to support lasting relief and inner harmony.
Rhylan offers a peaceful, calming presence that instantly puts guests at ease. She creates a serene environment where clients can fully relax, and recharge. She specializes in our Essential Signature Massage and highly trained in prenatal massage, hot stone therapy, deep tissue, and reflexology, providing customized care for stress relief, pain management, and overall wellness.
With a background as a former police officer and detective, Susan has always been devoted to helping others heal and feel safe. Now, with 15 years of experience as a massage therapist, she specializes in trauma-informed bodywork using gentle techniques like the Gillespie Approach CSFT to release chronic pain and restore movement-without causing discomfort. As a Holy Fire Reiki Master, she helps balance and clear the energetic body, and her Fashi Ashi Barefoot Massage offers deep, effective relief for those needing firm pressure. Susan is also a Folk Herbalist, ready to guide you toward natural wellness with our spa's product offerings.
She specializes in energy-based wellness therapies that support the body’s natural healing process. She offers Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy (LET) and Reiki/Healing Touch, creating a calm, supportive space for guests to relax, release, and rebalance. Ann is known for her warm spirit and authentic connections. She brings both compassion and intention to every session. One guest, one healing moment at a time.
Licensed nurse (lpn) and Certified Reflexologist who uses targeted pressure on the feet to reduce stress, promote relaxation, and support overall wellness. With a calm, caring presence and a passion for holistic health, she creates a grounding experience that helps each guest feel more balanced, refreshed, and in tune with their body.
Cheyenne uses targeted pressure on the feet to reduce stress, promote relaxation, and support overall wellness. With a calm, caring presence and a passion for holistic health, she creates a grounding experience that helps each guest feel more balanced, refreshed, and in tune with their body.
We're experts at what we do. But knowing the best techniques is only part of the process, we're also here to make you feel great. Whether you're here for a one-hour service or an entire day, your happiness is of utmost importance!
From the moment you walk in the door, our focus is on relaxation. Our spa services are a great way to take a step back from the bustle of everyday life. Come take a break with us.
A full-service spa that you enjoy going to is essential in your life. Our Wellness programs are designed to help save you money and achieve your wellness goals.
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Life happens and sometimes you won't be able to keep a scheduled appointment. We understand. All will agree, time is our most valuable asset. Essential requires that appointments be guaranteed against late cancellation or rescheduling with a major credit card.
Your spa treatments are reserved especially for you. We value your time and your business and ask that you respect the spa's scheduling policies. Should you need to cancel or reschedule, please notify us at least 2 hours in advance. Bookings of two or more services, including spa packages, couple's massages and special events all need a minimum of 24 hours advance notice. This allows the spa enough time to fill appointments. Late cancellations will be charged 50% of services scheduled. “No-shows” will be charged 100% of services scheduled. The spa needs to pay its service providers even if a client is a “no-show”. This policy allows us to retain great employees.
When you schedule your appointment with us, you are agreeing to these policies. All services require a credit card or gift certificate to guarantee a reservation so please have your credit card and/or gift certificate ready when booking. Upon checkout, guests may choose their method of payment.
Thank you for understanding.
Castor Oil Detox & Renewal $20
The Ultimate Relaxation $10
Hot Momma! $20
Collagen-Hydrogel Hand Treatment $15
Under Eye Collagen Mask $15
Lymphatic Flow Cream $10
Barefoot Bliss $20
CBD for Pain Relief $20
VIP Upgrade $8