Back in high school chemistry class, you loved mixing up concoctions and formulas, but that scientific curiosity never extended to your beauty routine. Return to the lab, The Wax Lab that is, with today’s deal: $25 buys you a Brazilian wax (regularly $50). Located within The Amaldo Salon in Montrose, The Wax Lab specializes in this hair-removal treatment, meaning the highest-quality waxes are used to remove all hair in about 15 minutes with minimal pain and irritation. Waxing extraordinaire and owner Kimmy Attard has wowed clients with her speedy yet thorough work while making them feel welcome in the cozy salon. Book your appointment with this deal, and you’ll walk away with results far better than any chemistry experiment.

If classic space-age cartoons are to be believed, we’re not far from a world dominated by robots. Treat your car to the tender touch of the hand with today’s deal from RSVP Hand Car Wash, where $12 buys you three hand car washes (a $36 value). Drop off your ride at this Washington corridor establishment, then enjoy a drink or dinner at one of the nearby bars — an RSVP staff will give you a lift. Meanwhile, your vehicle will be treated to a vacuuming, hand washing and drying, window cleaning, a dash wipe-down, and a coating of tire protectant. Operating heavier machinery? For $35, get the same treatment for your truck or SUV (regularly $75). With real customer service and the human eye for detail, you and your ride will reap the benefits of this man-made deal.

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Cowboys make the best steaks — probably because they get to know the merchandise before it hits the grill. Saddle up to the table and chow down on savory meats pra caramba: For $35, you’ll get a dinner for two at Angus Grill Brazilian Steakhouse (a $70 value). Start at the salad bar and fill your plates with hot bread, farm-fresh veggies, and incredible sides to accompany your meat feast. Then, signal the gauchos wandering the restaurant with perfectly grilled meats featuring adventurous names (like the house special top sirloin, picanha) to slice your servings table-side. Make this dining experience richer when you pay $70 for dinner for four (regularly $140), or $105 for dinner for six (a $210 value). With past patrons giving Angus Grill a resounding “yeehaw!”of approval, you’ll want to head toward the Galleria for a cowboy dining experience.

Even though we’re more than a decade past Y2K, we still don’t travel by jet pack. Experience the most futuristic land-bound experience aboard your personal Segway with SegCity Houston. Today, $19 gets you a 40-minute Segway Experience in Galveston (regularly $39). First, you’ll get a full training on how to ride a Segway, then you’ll take to Seawall Boulevard on your futuristic gliding platform. Feel the sea breeze on your cheeks as you cruise along and take in the spectacular view of the Gulf. Or, pay $32 to take travel tech to the woods during an hour-long nature trail Segway tour in north Houston (regularly $65). Zip through the trails of Burroughs Park and listen to the sounds of nature while you view the lake shore and wooded scenery. With a knowledgable staff and small guide-to-glider ratio, SegCity Houston will have you rolling into the future.

Your little one’s a pro when it comes to navigating the shallow waters of the bathtub, but he or she is a little more reluctant to take to the seas of the neighborhood swimming pool. Help your little fish be one with the water with today’s deal from The Aquatic Academy. Pay $40, and you’ll get one month of weekly 30-minute private swimming lessons — plus the registration fee (a $125 value). Or, pay $80, and let the lessons come to your choice of venue in Pearland (a $185 value). With more than 25 years of swimming experience, these instructors are all Red Cross-trained and certified in CPR and first aid. They’ll help your son or daughter 6 months or older fall in love with aquatic adventures through positive, gentle exercises and drills — the perfect way to get your child’s sea legs in summer swimming shape.

We’re no statisticians, but by our calculations, 82% of all accidents on Westheimer are caused by drivers who struggle to read those elusive cross street signs. Improve your driving record with crystal-clear vision and today’s whopping 92% savings at Eye Institute of Houston. For $100, you’ll get $1,200 to put toward Lasik treatment. Start with a physician-administered eye exam and consultation. Then, your doctor will reshape the surface of your cornea using a computer-controlled cool beam of laser light, effectively zapping away nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism so the only glasses you’ll need while cruising the streets are your shades.

Historically, Native Americans threw entire ears of corn into blazing fires whenever they wanted a popcorn snack. For modern corn connoisseurs, today’s deal from Cornucopia has taken care of all the manual labor. Pay $7, and you’ll get $15 to spend online on fresh-popped popcorn creations. These treats aren’t just limited to buttered and cheese varieties (though those are available); you’ll be able to get inventive with your choices, and pick from exotic options like loaded baked potato, Texas chili, Cajun, cinnamon roll, chocolate-covered cherry, and more. Or, pay $17 for a six-flavor sampler pack, which offers you your choice of six of your favorite flavors (a $34 value). With more than 30 flavors to choose from, you’re sure to find the sweet or savory snack to brighten anyone’s day or celebrate an occasion like a graduation or birthday. Pick your favorites, and place your order online to have your treats delivered to your door. Cornucopia has been delighting loyal fans since 2008; it’s time to let these scrumptuous savings butter you up today.

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Queso goes great with everything, but recovering from a Tex-Mex meal takes longer than it used to. Forego your typical Friday lunch fix for a prix fixe at Branch Water Tavern. For $40, you’ll get a three-course lunch for two at this award-winning Washington-area restaurant (an $80 value). Since its opening in 2010, this modern American tavern has secured critical acclaim from publications like The Chronicle, My Table magazine, Texas Monthly, GQ, and more. Made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, the modern presentations of classic dishes like cured Scottish salmon tartare, Texas redfish atop cous cous with a gulf oyster bouillabaisse, and seared scallops and prosciutto served over pasta will leave a delicious taste in your mouth. Or, enjoy a five-course chef’s tasting menu dinner for two for $75 (a $150 value). With daily offerings like bacon-wrapped shrimp, Kobe burgers, and French onion soup, consider your appetite for something exciting satiated.

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We know you’re a socially responsible citizen who’s “gone green” for the good of humanity. Your days are chock-full of collecting recyclables, volunteering at the yoga studio, and powering up your electric car. Between all that tree-hugging, though, there’s not much time left to cook yourself a healthy meal. Do away with dietary disappointment with today’s deal from Gobble Green: seven days of vegan or gluten-free vegan meals for $129 (regularly $265). Gobble Green is a 100%-vegan and 90%-organic food delivery service that helps make veganism hassle-free. With this offer, three gourmet, nutritionally balanced meals — including dessert — will be delivered via FedEx right to your door every day. You get top-quality, delicious food with a side of satisfaction for being healthy and animal-friendly. Your furry friends would be proud.

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You like to cook and love to eat; it’s just planning your dinners every night that bogs you down week to week. Let someone else do the hard part when you pick up today’s deal from eMeals: Pay $29, and get help planning meals for the next 12 months (a $58 value). You choose the grocery store, food style, and family size, and eMeals handles the rest: recipe selection, scouring for the best deals, and coming up with a grocery list organized by store sections. Pick the natural and organic option, keep it gluten-free, enjoy classic family meals, or choose from a plethora of meal plans to make your family smile. This menu planner deal does it all, saving you time, hassle, and money. Sitting down for a delicious family meal never felt easier.

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