About San Diego Essential Aesthetics
San Diego Essential Aesthetics is a trusted med spa in San Diego, CA, committed to helping clients enhance their natural beauty and boost confidence. The business offers a variety of aesthetic treatments using state-of-the-art technology in a clean, organized, and welcoming environment. Clients frequently praise the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, noting that everyone is knowledgeable and attentive to individual needs. Expertise in Botox and fillers is highly regarded, with clients appreciating natural-looking results that avoid an artificial appearance. The staff's careful approach ensures patients look refreshed and natural. Facial treatments are also a popular service, with clients describing their experiences as relaxing, detailed, and effective. The aestheticians pay attention to cleanliness, comfort, and personalized care, making each session a calming and enjoyable experience. Some reviews highlight the use of soothing products, gentle massage techniques, and the relaxing atmosphere created with dim lighting and soft music. In addition to facials, the spa offers innovative treatments like the Emsella Chair, which clients find highly effective. Many appreciate the affordability of services, especially with monthly sales and special offers, including complimentary treatments like birthday facials. Overall, San Diego Essential Aesthetics provides a professional, clean, and relaxing environment where clients can achieve their aesthetic goals and enjoy top-quality care. The positive feedback underscores the spa’s reputation for excellent service, modern equipment, and a welcoming atmosphere that helps clients look and feel better than ever before.
The team over at SD Essential are great. Karie, the owner and Nurse does the best Botox and best Filler treatments. You’ll always look natural and refreshed. I have been going to her for several years and have always been happy.
Karie is the best with Botox and fillers. I have been going to her for several years and have always been happy with the results. You will always look natural and not artificial which in my opinion is how one should look after receiving treatment. I would definitely recommend her to anyone searching for a great nurse that works with Botox and fillers and makes you look natural.
June 2024 -- Again, the kind, generous soul gifted me a birthday facial to San Diego Essential Aesthetics (SDEA; THANK YOU -- you know who you are) 2024 has been traumatically rough, leaving me in an emotional and personal tailspin, so I wasn't feeling it. I wanted to cancel and reschedule this facial. Daughter convinced me to go, and so I did. A lot has changed since my last facial with SDEA. The changes are for the better. SDEA has grown and expanded their services (do please check their website), and improved/updated its space(s). I had serious doubts about the new aesthetician, Nevie (Knee-vee), simply because I'm unfamiliar with her, and I still don't like facials. Calm, soft spoken and professional, I was cautiously optimistic as she escorted me to the treatment area; below are my findings: Pros: 1. If it doesn't smell/look clean and organized - RUN! This place?! CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN private, single room that smells nice, with soothing music softly playing in the background. The bed covers are neatly turned back, a 1 size fits all terry wrap is provided for your use, and the pillow has a headband laid out to keep contain the client's hair. Hooks behind the door are conveniently provided for your use, no need to put belongings on the floor, or folded on a chair. I placed my footwear beneath the bed to prevent tripping. Nevie's tray holding the products to be used is neat and organized. Those details matter and are what I look for. The cabinet holding the linens gave me serious retail vibes-- very orderly and organized, the way they're folded screams "PROFESSIONAL"! I'd have serious doubts if the bed was sloppily made, linens /cloths, etc. folded differently, half-a$$€d, and or haphazardly presented; this is a very clean, very organized, effective and efficiently inviting space. 2. After inquiring re: my pressure and area preferences (for the massages) and explaining the disrobing process, Nevie gave me time & privacy to prepare and climb under the covers. The fancy bed electronically raises your knees -- no need for a pillow beneath to relieve back pain. The linens are soft, and the room temperature is perfect: not too hot/cold. 3. Dim lighting, relaxing, soft music, muted sounds, NO loud noises/conversations can be heard. Nevie softly explained everything she was going to do, so I simply closed my eyes. I wasn't surprised/startled, and best of all, no inane, frivolous conversation. I was able to relax and just be in the moment. Her soft voice and light touch lulled me into a twilight state of sleep. Awake enough to hear/respond when needed, Nevie had me "snoring lightly"; although I didn't claim any skin sensitivities prior to the start of my session, unfortunately, the pumpkin product was VERY spicy on my skin, and Nevie immediately and thoroughly removed it, cleansed and replaced it with an extremely soothing cucumber product. The products (save for the pumpkin) felt so good on my skin. The Gua shua facial using tingly, cool facial massaging tools, the scalp and hand/forearm massages were exactly what I needed. The warm hand mitts/treatment were a delightful surprise. Even now as I review this, I'm still so very relaxed, and will definitely sleep well tonight. Poor hubby is going to have to use ear plugs, because I know I'll be sawing logs tonight. 4. Complimentary Fiji water after my facial to stay hydrated?! Why, yes please and - thank you! Cons: 1. Nevie is so good, the 1hr session flew by in a flash. 2. After my session, I was so relaxed, I could barely stand much less have a coherent thought. 3. No place for the client to nap; I had to go home to do that. Conclusion: For someone who really doesn't like facials, I had an outstandingly amazing experience that far exceeded my previously positive and enjoyable experience. I hope Nevie stays with SDEA for a long while to come, because she is just the bees' knees and the cat's meow. I am so thankful for my birthday facial, and to Nevie for this much needed pampering.