Cheshire, CT – July 21, 2026 – Cheshire is set to welcome a new destination for relaxation and results-driven self-care as Hand & Stone Massage & Facial Spa opens its doors at 1973 Highland Avenue, Suite A130. The new location is owned and operated by entrepreneurs Aamna Khan and Vijaya Nandella, whose passion for wellness and community has brought this vision to life.
For Aamna and Vijaya, this partnership blends complementary strengths: Vijaya’s background in IT and business ownership brings strategic leadership and operational expertise, while Aamna’s hands-on experience as a dual-licensed esthetician and massage therapist ensures a client-first approach grounded in real industry insight. Together, they have created something that goes beyond business. Their partnership is built on trust, shared dreams, and a genuine desire to help others feel their best inside and out.
Both owners bring deeply personal motivations to the business. As mothers, they are especially passionate about promoting healthy habits around skincare, stress management, and overall wellness. Their experiences balancing family, careers, and personal growth have shaped the philosophy behind the spa of creating a welcoming space where clients can recharge and prioritize themselves.
“When Vijaya and I first started dreaming about owning a franchise, we were drawn to Hand & Stone and connected instantly over our shared love and respect for how Hand & Stone built its foundation,” says Aamna. “The way the brand supports its franchise owners, guides them, and truly sets them up for success made us feel like we weren’t just stepping into a business, but becoming part of something much bigger.”
The spa will feature a wide array of services delivered by licensed therapists and estheticians, including signature offerings such as:
- Signature Massages and Enhancements: Relaxation to Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Lymphatic Drainage (available as an add-on), Targeted Treatment Massage (focused on specific areas of concern), Hot Stone & Himalayan Salt Stone Massage, Cupping Therapy
- Advanced Facials: Clarifying Facials, Hydrating Facials, Soothing Facials, Anti-Aging Facials, Brightening Facials, DiamondGlow® Treatment, Dermalogica LuminFusion Facial, LED Light Therapy, Chemical Peel Facial
- Partner Skincare Lines: Dermalogica®, IMAGE Skincare
The spa will be open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
To celebrate the grand opening, the Cheshire location will introduce special promotions, founding membership opportunities, and community-focused events designed to welcome new clients and establish the spa as a go-to wellness destination. Hand & Stone has ample room to grow with Aamna and Vijaya as their business expands, with another New England spa opening in the pipeline for 2026 with this powerhouse duo at the helm.
