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Inside Editor Ava’s Skin Pharm experience
Not a bad place to wait for your appointment. | Photo via Skin Pharm
There’s a new cosmetic dermatology clinic in town. Located at 3901 Fairfax Dr. in Arlington’s Virginia Square neighborhood, Skin Pharm officially opens tomorrow, Feb. 26. This is its 15th location in the United States and first one in the DMV.
I had the opportunity to get a first-hand experience before it officially opened. Step inside with me.
Immediately, I was drawn to the overall design and feel of the space. The set-up of the waiting room is stunning — I need my future home to look like this.
After washing my face, Isabella, one of the providers at the Arlington location, brought me back to the room where I would have my consultation and treatment. Instead of a stuffy doctor’s office feel, the rooms have huge windows that let in a ton of natural light.
Now, I’m going to be very honest with you. I’ve never done anything like this and really didn’t know what to expect. Isabella kindly answered every single question I asked… and I asked a lot.
Another restaurant week is on the horizon. Fairfax City Restaurant Week will feature more than 20 local restaurants from Friday, Feb. 27, through Sunday, March 8. See the list of participating restaurants. I’m eyeing Dolce Vita. (FFXnow)
Plan Ahead
The Easter bunny is on the way. Tickets are now on sale for the Lee-Fendall Easter Egg Hunt. The event will take place in different time slots on Saturday, March 28, and Saturday, April 4. Secure your tickets. (Alexandria Living Magazine)
Opening
A local record shop is reopening after flooding took place earlier this year. Crooked Beat Records plans to reopen tomorrow, Feb. 26 with limited hours through April. Stop by and support this local business. (ALXnow)
Closing
The Japanese restaurant Sake Express Japanese Hibachi in Arlandia is merging with its neighbor, 2D Noodles. Both of the restaurants have the same chef, making the merger an easy process. (ALXnow)
Number
59.3 million. That’s how many passengers traveled through Dulles International and Reagan National Airport last year. IAD saw an increase in travelers while DCA saw a drop in 2025. Be prepared the next time you travel through Dulles. (Patch)
Northern Virginian
Sterling is sending double the talent to Season 23 of Top Chef: twin brothers from the community will both compete in the upcoming season. The new season begins on Monday, March 9, and Jonathan and Brandon Dearden will be competing. (Northern Virginia Magazine)
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The Buy
Sale alert. If you love Vuori’s soft feel, flattering cuts, and performance fabrics as much as we do, shop the workout clothes + casual wear marked down for less this week:
Become an at-home barista. Simona Cafe in Arlington is hosting a beginner Aeropress class on Friday, March 6, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Get your tickets here. Check out these other coffee workshops throughout Northern Virginia.
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