Anastasia Studio

Women-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

I had such an incredible experience at La Di Da Sugaring! I booked a facial with Azure, and I…read morehonestly can't recommend her enough. Azure is one of those rare people who is just as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. She made me feel completely comfortable from the moment I walked in, took the time to assess my skin, and explained everything she was doing throughout the treatment. My skin looks brilliant, radiant, refreshed, and healthier than it has in a long time (early 40s takes its toll!) One of the biggest wins was that she was able to remove a ton of stubborn blackheads that had been bothering me, and my skin feels so much smoother because of it. She also gave me thoughtful, personalized recommendations for my skincare routine going forward without ever making me feel pressured to buy products. The space itself is clean, modern, calming, and with a beautiful view overlooking Balboa Park, which made the entire experience feel even more relaxing. If you're looking for an esthetician who is knowledgeable, genuinely caring, and delivers amazing results, I highly recommend booking with Azure. I'll absolutely be back and will be recommending her to my friends and family!

I had such a great experience with Isabella! My first time getting sugared, I'm 38 weeks pregnant…read moreand she just made me feel so comfortable! Definitely would recommend, and will be back for more!!!

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LaserAway

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I had the best experience coming back after being away for 6 years. Nurse Brenda was everything I…read morecould ask for and MORE! She was sweet, funny, informative & and just a joy to be around. She made the whole appointment seamless & it really just left like it was a good one on one girl time sesh. I highly recommend this location & Nurse Brenda

Customer service at LaserAway is a joke…read more I purchased a Thermage package for nearly $3,000. Before making the purchase, I specifically asked what would happen if I couldn't tolerate the pain, since I had never experienced the treatment before. I was assured that if I completed less than 10% of the treatment, I would be eligible for a full refund. I ended up doing barely one pass and simply could not tolerate the pain. When I requested a refund, I was told they would not issue one because I had apparently been given "misinformation" by their own staff. So now I'm stuck with nearly $3,000 in credit for services I don't want or need. That is completely unacceptable. I ended up using some of the credit on Clear + Brilliant, which was essentially pointless for me, and Botox with injectors that were inexperienced and horrible. The biggest issue here is that I made a major purchase based on information their employee gave me, and when that information turned out to be wrong, LaserAway refused to take responsibility for it.

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Aaliyah's Beauty & Brows

4.6(861 reviews)

1.1 mi

If you're looking for clean, precise eyebrow, mustache, and beard threading--this is the place…read more Ayesha is amazing at what she does. Some people might say she's "rude," but honestly, she's just real--and I'd rather have someone be honest than let me walk around not looking my best. She knows exactly what to shape, what to remove, and what to keep so everything still looks natural and balanced. Her coworker is just as talented--both of them are skilled, detailed, and truly care about their work. You can tell they take pride in making sure every client leaves looking their best. The experience is just as good as the results. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is calm and relaxing. Sometimes I just lay back in the chair and almost fall asleep--that's how comfortable it is. Highly recommend if you want expert threading, honest guidance, and a place that actually cares about how you look and feel.

Aaliyah is the best hands down. She's amazing with eyebrows and even better with conversation. Her…read morenew place is in the Phenix salon in the mall, it's a smaller space than the previous one but at least there's parking! I love having an eyebrow lady I can trust.

She took off my natural arch on my right brow and botched my left brow

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Chairs in the salon

The Laser Cafe Medical Spa

4.7(866 reviews)

1.7 mi•Hillcrest

Lyssa was my nurse at laser cafe. During the appointment, she educated me well & set out realistic…read moreexpectations with me. Depending on the area being treated, it can be very vulnerable but Lyssa made me feel comfortable and assured me throughout the process. I plan to continue my laser treatments with Lyssa & definitely recommend coming here!

TLDR: Do NOT have the tech Lyssa work on you! She is…read moreextremely rude, dismissive, unprofessional, and sloppy. Full version: I've been coming to this location for laser hair removal for years. I've treated two previous areas and I'm currently working on my 3rd. I've always had consistent, thorough treatments, until last night. My most recent session with Lyssa was the complete opposite and honestly was a complete waste of money. I had gotten off work at 4 from north county and traffic was bad so I was about 10 minutes late for a 5:15 appointment. However, the clinic was not busy and I didn't see anyone after me so there was absolutely no reason for the session to be so rude and rushed the way it was. The first thing Lyssa said/asked upon us meeting for the first time was if I was there to treat my lower-face treatment. I told her I had never done that before and that maybe she was looking at another Jessica's chart since my name is so common it happens often. When Lyssa starts the laser, she asks if it was painful and I say yes, so she asks if I want to turn it down and I say no, just turn the air up higher. She said it was already at the max setting which it wasn't (I know exactly what that setting feels like after multiple past sessions), but she insisted it was without checking. The entire treatment took under TWO minutes, and she did not go over any area twice, which is the standard every other technician here has followed. That's a $70 per MINUTE session. She asked if I needed aloe and then left the room. Cold. Abrupt. Dismissive. Such a disgusting attitude. I walked out feeling like I she ripped me off and treated me like trash. I should not have to pay full price for a session that was rushed, incomplete, and performed with dismissive attitude and zero care. Instead, she gave me a horrible experience. In my way to the receptionist, I see Lyssa in the hall and she quickly turns into an EMPTY room then closes the door behind her. When I get to the receptionist, I ask for the managers info, which I only do in extreme cases. The receptionist asks me, did you not get the treatment? And I said, "Exactly... That's how short it was!" If the clinic wants to maintain its reputation, there needs to be consistency in training and expectations. What I experienced with Lyssa was unprofessional and below the standard of this location. Sometimes employees get an entitled and rude attitude when they've been somewhere for a while. The manager was supposed to call me back today and has not done so yet.

B12 with Randy.. and thank you Elijah for taking me through the maze in the back.

Thank you Elias for setting up another B12 appointment for me.

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Beauty by Dolly

4.7(1.1k reviews)

1.8 mi•Hillcrest

I've been coming to Beauty by Dolly for a few years now, with Dalal being the first person every to…read moretake care of my brows. She made it very comfortable for my first time and I've been coming back ever since! Would recommend her to anyone!

This review is honestly LONG overdue! I've been coming to Beauty by Dolly on and off for about…read moreeight years (I split my time between San Diego and North County), and at this point I truly wouldn't trust anyone else with my brows. I had a brow lamination and stain with Adanna today, and it was hands-down the best lamination/stain experience I've had. She was amazing - so kind, easy to talk to, and genuinely attentive to what I wanted. She was incredibly detailed, checked in with me throughout the process to make sure I was happy with how everything was looking, and really went the extra mile to make sure I absolutely loved the final result. At the same time, she was super efficient and respectful of my time, which I really appreciated. My brows came out BEAUTIFUL. And Adanna is far from the only wonderful person here. Afsana has done my henna brows and is consistently amazing - they always turn out beautifully. Dahlal is also fantastic with threading. There is just a really high level of talent here across the board. I also have to give a special shout-out to Vetsa at the front desk. She is exactly the kind of person you want as the face of a salon. Whether I've needed to reschedule an appointment or had something I wasn't completely satisfied with, she has always been incredibly kind, pleasant, accommodating, and genuinely invested in making sure everything gets taken care of and that I leave happy. Even over the phone, she has such a warm and lovely demeanor. The salon itself is always clean, welcoming, and has great energy. What has kept me coming back for so many years, though, is that I know I'm going to be taken care of - and if something ever isn't exactly right, they genuinely care about making it right. Basically, if you have brows and would like them to look amazing, this is the place. Eight years later, Beauty by Dolly is still my go-to for all things brows, and I can't recommend them enough!

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Cleaned my eyebrows in my natural shape

Avalon Laser

I have been a long time client of Avalon laser. I truly appreciate the professionalism and the…read morequality of care that is provided at this office. I have always received fantastic Service how ever my recent facials have been amazing, I truly appreciate the kind, caring staff that has been around recently thank you ladies

I got some CO2 laser sessions at this clinic and my interactions were mainly with two ladies. Rhea…read moreis warm, friendly, and always made me feel comfortable. Raiza did the laser - she was precise and careful, and always communicated with me throughout the sessions. I had great experience here and would highly recommend them.

3.6 mi•Liberty Station, Point Loma

Lip Filler | Client received .5 syringe of Restylane Kysse. (Side View)

Lip Filler | Client received .5 syringe of Restylane Kysse.

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Client received .5 syringe of Restylane Kysse as under-eye filler. (Side View)

European Wax Center

4.6(325 reviews)

I told my wax girlies I wanted to give them a shout out. Kristen wasn't trying to stuff her…read morecommission and advised and educated me on a better plan of care knowing I was going to be getting a brow lami this weekend. Love that. She could have totally been self serving but told me "let's not blow your skin wide open and give u a burn, let's do this instead". Even though I was with her for only a hot minute, LOVED the girl bestie vibes! 10/10 would recommend +1 additional point for making my mean mustache go away lol Then to my front desk baddies Jordan and Lily.. ahhh to be the youthful fresh faces of EWC. I told them I've been with EWC since I was 17 and here I am an auntie at 38 lol. I poured these pretty babies some fresh tea if wisdom so they can be wealthy one day and level up. Advice I wish someone gave me! They were the best. Took care of me and my husband and started my day off right! Bestie vibes for sure! Thanks girls!

Ann provided an exceptional experience. Her work is truly outstanding, and she was incredibly…read morepatient and kind throughout the entire appointment. Being almost eight months pregnant, getting a Brazilian required extra care and patience, as I needed to take a few breaks due to discomfort/pain. Ann was very understanding and accommodating, which made a significant difference. She also made the experience much less painful than expected. Her technique is smooth, precise, and clearly demonstrates her expertise. It's evident that she takes pride in her work and knows exactly what she's doing. In addition to her professionalism, Ann has a warm and welcoming demeanor that makes you feel comfortable right away. I was so impressed that I went ahead and booked my next two appointments with her before my due date. As someone new to San Diego, I can confidently say I've found my go-to wax specialist.

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Radiance Wellness

4.8(309 reviews)

2.4 mi•Banker's Hill

Women-owned & operated

16 years in business

Radiance cares about your skin. Helping refresh your look, get ready for a big event, feel a little…read moreglamorous, have healthier and happier skin and bring you a little comfort. I trust Radiance for their knowledge, background and guidance. Highly recommend.

I've really enjoyed going to Radiance over the past 3 years. Nina is my go-to, but I saw Sarah and…read moreAayesha while she was on maternity leave and they were equally awesome. I also have to give a huge shoutout to Sam and Dakota at the front desk. They're always friendly and welcoming, and weren't even fussed when I came in dripping sweat after a run last time. That being said, I do miss seeing Stef now that she's moved to the back!

Facial balancing (HA filler) before and after

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Stephanie's Cavi Lipo Spa

4.2(84 reviews)

2.5 mi•Banker's Hill

I always like to try a place that provides a service like this at least more than once before…read moregiving a review because different providers give different experiences. I'm glad I held off because what happened to me this time was unprofessional and I will not be returning. I will start off saying that my first time here was a lovely experience with Amy. I got my very first lash lift and tint ever. She was so sweet and the results came out fantastic. I was so pleased that around the 5 week mark I wanted to come back and get my lashes lifted again, the day before leaving for a vacation. Unfortunately I was not able to book with Amy again. I booked a few days in advance with the provider Desiree on Mother's day at 9am so I could get this done early and spend the rest of the day with my mom. On the day of my appointment, my provider texted me at 5 am (4 hours before the appointment) cancelling on me and asking to reschedule. I understand people get sick and things come up, but that's when you need to find a replacement when it's that short of notice. Whether her being sick was the truth or not, cancelling on Mothers day just give the impression you didn't want to come in on the holiday. I texted back and asked if there was anyone else who could do it because I am leaving the next day and I didn't hear anything back from her. I then had to scramble and spend double the amount I was going to in order to find a place that was 1. even open on Sundays and 2. had an appointment sometime during the day. It honestly ruined my whole schedule for the day and interrupted my time spent with my mom. Under normal circumstances and I wasn't leaving for a trip the next day this wouldn't be a really big deal to reschedule. It was just incredibly frustrating. After looking over several other reviews for this place it seems like attendance and being punctual from many employees is not this place's strong suit. If somewhere is charging cancellation fees for clients for last minute cancelling, the providers shouldn't be able to do it 4 hours before the appointment, or if they can't make it, find someone who can step in. I'm very disappointed and do not plan to return to this place even though I loved having Amy work on me my first visit.

I've had this place on my radar for a while and decided to give it a try since my microneedling…read moreperson was unavailable. For my first experience, this was horrendous. I am a Groupon girl and I've had several services from there including other microneedling and this was the worst. First, I was on my way and ensured I was 10 minutes and on my way Melissa texts me that she will be 15 MINUTES LATE. So I get there and I'm waiting, debating if I should leave but I'm already here so whatever I guess. Second, there is very minimal talk and she didn't seem to want to be there, simply "having to work Saturdays and every other Sunday soon because she needs money". Third, there is INSANE road closures and noise with the windows open, there is ZERO chance of relaxing. The service was 45min, yet it took 20 min to numb me and then 5-ish minutes of microneedling itself. The needle depth was set way too high. I should be on 0.5mm it seemed higher based on feeling so much when I was numbed already. The gliding and pressure was too much and yet, I'm almost 2 weeks in and I don't see much of a difference. Lastly, she was rushing through the service I'd assume because someone was late which delayed other services. The movement of the facial, needling and moving stuff around was obvious she was stressed, rushing and not attending to clients. Unfortunately, I will never return, and I'll wait for my microneedling person instead.

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Stephanie's Cavi Lipo Spa - BACK TO SCHOOL TEEN ACNE FACIAL -- $99 Help your teen start the school year feeling fresh and confident. Our Teen Acne Facial is desig

BACK TO SCHOOL TEEN ACNE FACIAL -- $99 Help your teen start the school year feeling fresh and confident. Our Teen Acne Facial is desig

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The Pretty Kitty

4.4(260 reviews)

0.9 mi•Mission Valley

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

I've gotten several Brazilian waxes at the mission valley location by Aley. She's extremely…read moreprofessional and makes me feel very comfortable in such a vulnerable position. She's very knowledgable on aftercare and any time I've come back with questions, she answers based on my skin sensitivity. I was timid about starting the waxing process with no experience but she put me at ease and prepared me with all the info. Will absolutely be going back again.

I've been going here since 2014 and have never really had an issue. I had made an appointment late…read morelast night for today @ 10:40 but, wrote down 11:00. I left my house thinking I'd be 10 mins early but, realized my mistake so I called and spoke to the receptionist who told me that I may only have time for one of the two services I booked. She told me to ask Nicole when I got there if she could do my brow wax in addition to my Brazilian so I did and Nicole said no and that she would not have time. She told me to get undressed, I told her I'm fast yet, she took what seemed to be 3-5 mins to come back in. The Brazilian went smoothly, I don't need extra care, and I don't make small talk. I went out to pay and no one was in the lobby waiting. The receptionist bumped my appt from 10:40 to 11:00. Nicole was done and I had paid at 11:03. I sat in my car and handled a few things to see if anyone came in the front doors. Not one client walked in. I left at 11:15. Nicole had PLENTY of time to do my brows. PLENTY. She was just being petty. To top it off, she had the nerve to get offended and drop an attitude on me when I didn't tip here. Was she actually surprised? Unbelievable. There are WAY too many choices for waxing here in San Diego for one of your employees to act like that. As a side note: the woman who answered my call at 10:36 when I was on the road to the store was very kind.

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andria j.

17 years ago

I have had so many wonderful experiences at this Nordstrom! I shop in all the departments and have always received such great service. One of my favorite things about this location is the Anastasia Brow studio. i have been getting my brows done there for years and no one does them better. Claire does my brows according to my bone structure, so i always have the best shape and size for my face. Go see her! Once you go there you will never go anywhere else!!! Andria read more

Mrs D.

100

9 years ago

What a fabulous job Elizabeth V. did!!!!! Must go! Will definitely be back! Thank you Elizabeth!

Christie L.

Elite 10

194

16 years ago

It's all about the brows. Peace.

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