Spa by Jing, the 2022 Maggy Award winner for Best Spa, offers the perfect fusion of Eastern and Western techniques for a unique and high-end spa experience. Owned by Jing Lin-Macleod, who has over 20 years of experience providing facial and massage services, and staffed by a team of fully licensed, experienced professionals, this local gem offers Asian-style deep-tissue massage, anti-aging acupressure facials, and a variety of other services that are tailored to meet the needs of every client who walks through the door.
Meet the owner!
I was born in South China and moved to the US about 20 years ago — I was the last of my family to immigrate here. I graduated number one in my class from the CMM Monita Beauty Academy in Hong Kong, the most prestigious beauty college in China. I was trained by Cheng Ming Ming, who invented permanent makeup. I studied in the US to blend Asian and Western techniques. Currently, I live in Cary with my husband, daughters (ages 9 and 10), and giant Great Pyrenees.
When did Spa by Jing open?
After many years of experience in aesthetics and semi-permanent makeup, I opened a spa location in 2016 near Cary Crossroads, then expanded to our current location at 570 New Waverly Place in Cary in 2019 for more space.
After many years of experience in aesthetics and semi-permanent makeup, owner Jing Lin-Macleod first opened her spa in 2016.
What inspired you to open your business?
The inspiration came from the clients. It really stemmed from a desire to take the best care of my clients as possible. Many of my clients have become friends, and we’ve been together for over 15 years. How could I give them the best treatments possible? On my own, I could cater to them and give them a more luxurious service experience combining techniques from the East and West.
What do you love about owning a business in Cary?
Staying connected to the community and being able to have great relationships with so many interesting and successful individuals in the surrounding area. It has been my only home outside of China and has been a quiet, peaceful place to raise a family.
What services do you offer?
Specialized skin care, semi-permanent makeup, eyelash extensions, body treatments, and massage.
What is the most popular service?
Both the Ultimate Hydra-Max Facial with AQUAGOLD treatment and Hybrid Massage, as well as many other services that are unique to Spa by Jing and created by Jing.
To add to its list of accolades, Spa by Jing was the 2022 Maggy Award Winner for Best Spa.
What sets your business apart?
We cater to clients that expect the best service and quality for themselves in more of a boutique environment. We are careful not to be compared to franchise-type spas or independent pop-ups that tend to be temporary.
What is the most challenging aspect of owning a business?
Staffing and space. We are constantly booked out and think often about expansion and/or larger locations. We also have strict hiring standards that tend to constrict our applicant pool. It is the most challenging aspect, since our quality of service is our top priority and why we have such a loyal client base.
Don’t be shy — share your accolades!
- 2016 International Permanent Makeup Competition in Shanghai, China Judge Official
- Certified Esthetician of International CIDESCO Association
- 2008, 2009 Best Spa Services Award Winner, RDU 100 Points Club
- 2022 Best Spa Maggy Award winner for Cary Magazine
Anything else we should know?
As an immigrant, I am proud to combine two different techniques from the East and West to give the best experience to our clients. A big thank-you to this country and all the friendly guests who helped me find my worth and my dreams in this business. Because the community has given me so much, I try to give back when we can. Over the years, we have been sponsoring the North Carolina professional cricket team, the NC ZR team for BJJ, CAFA (Chinese and American Friendship Association of NC), CUSA (a club at NCSU with the goal of promoting Chinese culture at the university), the Raleigh Ballet School, and more.
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