I went to Holly for a skin consultation and you can tell she really cares about bettering your skin and is knowledgeable from her years of experience. After having my baby she told me which products to stay away from and which facials were right for me. She also was honest about how long it would take for me to reach my skin care goals, but was encouraging and reassuring about getting there. She knows a lot about different skin care products too so it's not hard to find something you like. I love the Jan Marini sunscreen she recommended and it actually got me to where sunscreen everyday. I tried her products from her SkinPro Holly line and they really helped my skin. It feels smoother and brighter. All the products were very lightweight and not oily feeling at all. The cleanser made my face feel really clean, it had a flowery scent which bothered me at first but I think I got used to it so it's not a big deal. My favorites are the glycolic serum and the calming cream. :) read more

Couture Aesthetics - Skin Care Near Me - San Francisco, California

I can't get over how good my skin looks and feels! I had never had a facial before, but I'm getting married this week and figured there's no better time than now! Holly made sure I was comfortable and was even super understanding when I was running a bit late. She walked me through what she was doing and I was (and still am a day later) GLOWING. My skin has never looked this good and I've received compliments everywhere I've been! I can't recommend going to Holly enough! read more

After developing acne and the subsequent blemishes, I started feeling very insecure about my appearance. One day I did a quick search on Yelp for something to try nearby work and luckily I stumbled upon Couture Aesthetics. Holly and her apprentice were very knowledgeable and friendly, answering any questions that I had (being a guy and knowing absolutely nothing about skin, I had a lot of questions). Fast forward a few sessions, my skin was now remarkably clearer and my self confidence received a much needed boost. I plan on continuing treatment and would highly recommend Holly for any skin care needs! read more

Holly is amazing! Her little place is easy to find but parking may be a bit of a struggle. Holly fit me in pretty last minute which I was super thankful for. I came in specifically for milia removal, but she also suggested dermaplaning! Holly was very thorough with extractions which is what I was looking for. I ended up buying a product from her skin care line and she gave me a discount as well as a discount on the facial which was super nice of her to do! Overall, if you're looking to get your skin back in shape, I would definitely recommend Holly! read more

Whenever you're in SF, you MUST check out Holly! I actually found out about Couture Aesthetics through a friend after I saw how amazing her face looked! It was literally soooo smooth like a baby's bottom and glowing that I just had to ask her what she's been doing with her face routine! Turns out she only did ONE facial with Holly and already saw such drastic results that I felt I should try her out as well! I'm 25 years old female and got adult acne 2 years ago and it hasn't gone away since. I've tried EVERYTHINGGGG in the books: facials, acne products, high end products but nothing seemed to be working with my skin. Also, I've notice that I get pretty bad cystic acne all over my chin whenever my hormones are all over the place, thus why I felt nothing was working. I went to Couture Aesthetics and Holly and her apprentice were so sweet and were very knowledgeable about my specific skin problems and how to treat it. I was having a massive breakout at the time and really started feeling hopeless about my skin and was thinking of resorting to accutane even though I knew it had bad side effects. I did the same facial that my friend did and my face literally cleaned up after a good week. That was probably the best results I've ever had in a facial especially how quick it cleared my acne. I've been getting facials for 5+ years now. I highly recommend Holly at Couture Aesthetics. You really pay for what you get and their pricing is definitely not as high as other places in the city. Also, I love how transparent and down to earth Holly is with her clients. She genuinely cares for what's best for her clients and not going after them for their money. She really wants people to feel good and confident about their skin as it should be when looking for an esthetician! Check her out! I promise you won't regret it :) read more

I'm a skin snob. After a year of struggling with intense, recurring adult acne in my late 20s, I knew I wanted a major change. Having gone to appointments at some of the most popular med spas in the city, and seeing little change beyond a week or so of relief -- I was very frustrated. I took a chance on Holly when I noticed she was very results-driven, had plenty of before-and-afters, and was prompt and responsive. Holly impressed me from the very first appointment and most importantly, delivered on the results. I went to her when my skin was at my worst; cystic acne, bumpy skin, whiteheads, lots of hyperpigmentation -- the works. She examined my skin and assured me she could get my skin back in shape in no time, and that this was nothing she could handle. Kudos to this level of confidence! It took me two treatments to get my skin to completely clear up, spaced about 3 weeks apart, but I started seeing improvements even after the first treatment. Upon the third treatment, the stubborn PIH and my scars lightened up by 60%. Holly was also very thoughtful and minimalist about recommending products and didn't just dump a list of things to buy; as such, I highly, highly recommend the Bioglycolic Lotion if she suggests it to maintain the great results. My skin has *never* been this smooth, clear, and baby soft in a decade. Don't underestimate the importance of smoothness; I find that bumpy skin can look worse under makeup. Now, a light dusting of mineral powder goes on flawlessly and I can achieve the no-makeup-makeup look with genuinely very little makeup. I'm excited about the rest of my PIH lightening up even more and already booked my next appointment! Go see Holly if you want to overhaul your skin into the best it's ever been! read more

Couture Aesthetics - After three treatments.Mineral foundation + color corrector under the eyes + contour. Zero concealer. - Skin Care Near Me - San Francisco, California

Let me start by saying that I am 36 and have only had 2 facials in my life. My skin is combination/oily and I don't have problems with acne; my main issues are blackheads, milia, and occasional small breakouts. The first facial I had was with Melissa Cope skincare who did an excellent job and was pleasant to work with, but MAN oh man. Holly brings facials/skincare to a whole new level. I also rarely will post a yelp review, but I could not let this caliber of work go without praise. Standouts for me: 1. INCREDIBLE customer service. Hands down one of the best experiences I have had as a customer anywhere. Holly listened to my concerns, made appropriate recommendations without being pushy or trying to upsell and had a warm, pleasant demeanor. 2. She is an experienced medical aesthetician. She has 13 years under her belt in this field and it shows in her work and attention to detail. She must have spent over an hour doing extractions alone on my face. 3. She is gentle. My skin is prone to broken capillaries and after 1hr+ of my pores taking a serious beating I woke up this morning with minimal redness or swelling. My skin is glowing. 4. Her prices are reasonable. I was there for over 2 hours getting the *you know what* pampered out of me. I bought some add on services and products and did not feel robbed! This was truly a standout experience for me and much needed as I am at the tail end of a grueling nurse practitioner program and wanted to do something to treat myself. Beyond all expectations and I can't wait to go back. Just incredible. Thank you Holly! read more

I've been going to Holly for about 8 months now - typically once every 4 weeks. From my very first consultation, Holly has been nothing but amazing. She is able to personalize her treatments based on my skin type and consistently delivers lasting results. Holly is regularly following up on my skin after treatments, which adds a personal touch that I haven't seen with other aestheticians. My skin has never been in better condition since seeing Holly. I would recommend her 100 times over! read more

Holly is great! She was kind enough to reschedule me and my mom's appointment. Her appointment scheduling was real easy. No hassles. She is very very good at was she does. You can tell she is knowledgeable about her career as well as her passion she has for it. She wants to help and does what you ask for. My mom also enjoyed her services and compared her to other dermatologist (in a good way). This is our new spot to go to when we need anything skincare related. I would definitely recommend if you ask me. Thanks again Holly. read more

I've been to at least 20 estheticians in San Francisco to help clear up my adult acne. I've spent thousands and thousands of dollars on special treatments and products and peels, etc. I came across Holly and because I heard about Glo mineral makeup and she is a vendor. I made an appointment for a color match on makeup and thought I might as well try out a facial as well! She spent two hours on my skin and suggested products I'd never tried before. I've now seen her 4 times and my skin is the best it has EVER been. 10 years of bad breakouts and today I went WITHOUT foundation after having a facial with her last night. It's honestly a miracle and I'm excited to continue treatments and see even more amazing results. Holly has all sorts of fun machines too and really takes time to understand your skin and habits and recommend products that actually work. And she's awesome at giving out samples when she can so you can try the product before spending money on it. She has a really impressive resume and background in skincare and I can't recommend her expertise enough! read more

When I turned 35 I made a proclamation to myself that I would go regularly to get facials. I'm not talking about the once a year spa facial you get when you're on vacation where the esthetician gently caresses your face and whispers to you as he/she applies a mask to your face. I'm talking about the medspa facials where they extract, peel and scrape. The type of facials that give you results. Enter Gentle Star Medspa, which is where I've been going for several years now. My esthetician Holly and I became friendly, trading stories about our favorite restaurants and talking about life. Then Holly left Gentle Star. Fast forward two years and Holly has opened her own place on a quiet part of Union Street. I admire and try and support small business entrepreneurs, so I decided to reunite with Holly and try her new spot. The location isn't convenient for me, but surprisingly finding parking wasn't that difficult. Seeing Holly was like reconnecting with an old friend. She asked me about my skin, explained to me about the line of products she uses, and went to town on my skin. Holly's mix of exfoliation peel, extraction, and mask made my skin less congested and after two days it was glowing. The extraction session is my favorite part because Holly really digs in and gets into the pores and gets out all the gunk that gets trapped in there. I have complete confidence that Holly is going to do great on her own at Couture Aesthetics. Her attentiveness, attention to detail, dedication to skincare, and wonderful customer service is the perfect combination for success. read more

My problem with acne started in high school, which progressively got worse each year to the point where I considered taking Acutane. I've been seen by dermatologists at Kaiser, Sutter, Dr. Kathleen M Welsh in SF, Sue at Your Best Skin, Alisha Valverde at Medical Skin Aesthetics, SKIN Medical Spa in Marina, and many more doctors and estheticians that are well known and have amazing reviews on yelp for helping people with acne. I've obviously spent ridiculous amount of money visiting these doctors and aestheticians yet I saw no improvement. I even cried in front of a doctor once because it was ruining my life; no exaggeration, my self-esteem could not have been lower. After about 10 years into dealing with this f**ing acne, I had sort of given up and believed that I just had to live with it. But one day I decided to give it a try at Gentle Star where Holly was working at that time (I believe this was in 2009) and ever since then I worship Holly like no other because she cleared my skin. I've been seeing Holly ever since and even after she left Gentle Star, I've been following her everywhere like a crazy groupie because she is the only person who can manage my stubborn skin. (and I guess I have a girl crush on her- she is so beautiful!!) Holly is extremely knowledgable and skilled at what she does. She is always studying and learning about skin aesthetics and her technique is absolutely top-notch. Because my skin is very oily and easily clogged, it always needs a lot of extraction. Extraction can leave your skin very red, swollen and beat-up, but Holly manages to extract without making my face look like a big tomato and there's almost no downtime, which is just AMAZING. If you're having acne problems, I definitely recommend seeing Holly, and of course for regular upkeeps too. read more

I was recently referred to Holly at Couture Aesthetics after I shared with Dr Tom Ellis at Gentle Star Med Spa that I had a skin reaction to a new skin care regimen. Holly was able to book me the same week and she did a Retinol peel on me. The location is easy to find, very serene, professional and clean. Holly shared that after a couple of days my skin would start peeling, and it did but it wasn't bad enough where I would need to take time off from work since I work with the public. My skin has healed amazingly, the breakouts are almost all gone, pores are looking better and the texture overall is better as well. I highly recommend Holly! Thank you read more

I had really bad acne and acne scars after the birth of my daughter . It was so bad and the bumps were pretty compacted. I looked like I had a beard of bumps on my face. Gross, I know . I tried EVERYTHING from natural products to harsh chemicals . I even went to a dermatologist and it didn't help. Finally, I went on Yelp looking at reviews for facials hoping that would do something . I found this place and I was so amazed at how my face looked after the first appointment . By the third appointment my face was cleared up. I could not believe it . She is the absolute best at what she does . It's very important after the appointment to do what holly says to take care of your skin. Ps She is the nicest person ever!! read more

I began seeing Holly in late April, and since then I've seen AMAZING results on my skin. This is a bit of a long one, but I want to be as thorough as possible since skin care is so complex. Holly, the founder of Couture Aesthetics, was referred to me by one of my cousins, who raved about her kind personality and true skill at what she does. I had never been to an esthetician, nor had I ever gotten a facial, but my experience at Couture Aesthetics has been nothing short of life-changing. Holly is knowledgeable, CREDIBLE, funny and is always working on something new to deliver to her clients. If she's not in the office, she's offering skin savvy tips on social media (follow her on Snapchat) and working on future video/blog content. In my first consultation at CA, Holly truly listened to all of my skin concerns (a few of which many dermatologists in the past had brushed off because it was "not that severe") and advised on regimens and treatments specifically catered to my skin type. We began with glycolic peels with her specialty: "couture facials". I think it's definitely the "couture" aspect to Holly's practice that makes results so possible, because she truly caters to *your* specific skin concerns. A bit about myself and my skin: I'm in my early twenties and really wanted to start giving my skin the care it needed this year. My primary skin concerns have always been cystic acne, acne scarring/hyperpigmentation and uneven texture. I've gone to a handful of dermatologists, who have usually given me "cookie cutter" solutions and medications for my acne, including oral pills and harsh ointments that my skin only ended up having allergic reactions to. And then I met Holly! (Thank god.) About 3 months into my treatment at CA, my acne/breakouts were completely under control. I broke out only once a month, if that, and even then it was a small, unnoticable whitehead that went away in a couple of days with spot treatment. Before seeing Holly, I would break out practically every two weeks. Which sounds relatively normal, but... usually, they weren't your casual white heads that you could simply extract. Nope, they were painful, cystic bumps/hormonal acne. Holly set me up with a few products that I should incorporate into my skincare regimen, which I think has also made the biggest difference to maintain my skin in between appointments. She highly recommended the Jan Marini line, which is effective with potent ingredients, yet, is safe for the most sensitive of skin (aka ME). This past month, we tried a new, stronger peel treatment, which, to be honest, I was a bit worried about at first given the downtime needed for peels and my current work schedule. However, Holly made it work for me. We tried the peel in a few specific areas where I had noticeable scarring and uneven texture (mostly my cheeks and chin). And right now, which is 4 days following this peel, I'm seeing results I thought I wouldn't see for years. Again, it isn't incredibly dramatic, but it is definitely a huge improvement. The pigmentation from my acne scars is fading dramatically, and I'm seeing the bumps/raised acne scars on my skin are becoming less noticeable and smoothing over as well. While my skin still has some ways to go until it's 100% where I want it to be, I'm closer than I've ever been to truly perfect skin. And it's not because of a gimmicky product on an infomercial, or because of the three different pills my dermatologists had me take. It's because I've met a skin care expert who knows how to relate to clients, understand their needs and delivering results without over-promising or under-promising. If you're willing to invest in your skin, go ahead and book a consultation (it doesn't hurt)! Every facial is wrapped up with an incredibly relaxing massage and, like me, you're bound to leave her office wishing your next appointment would come faster! Thank you, Holly. :) read more

I am in my early 30s and have experienced many skin imperfections (acne, scarring, and pitting) that I've attempted to improve with microderm abrasion, lasers, dermapen, and various skin care products with minimal to no success. I was in desperate need of a facial after moving back to the bay area from the midwest after years of extremes in temperature that have left my skin very dry and sensitive. I was fortunate to stumble upon Holly on Yelp after reading the many raves and reviews and thought I'd give her a try. I requested an appointment on Yelp and received a call from her within an hour. Just as every other yelp reviewer has taken note of, she is very attentive and took the time to evaluate my skin, and made recommendations based on both my personal goals and what she felt was most suitable for my skin and/or areas of concern. She had recommended the luxury peel and boy am I obsessed! I did have some peeling for a few days after, but noticed a dramatic difference in the appearance of my skin tone and texture. Even a few of my friends and family have noticed! She is also very personable, easy to talk to and made the entire experience (~60 min) very enjoyable and relaxing. Though she is about 40 miles away, I am looking forward to seeing her again in a couple weeks! :) read more

I had a facial with Holly. She did a deep pore extraction facial. She has a good technique and my pores literally got smaller. I am very happy with the result. She made me so relaxed and I enjoyed the whole moment. read more

Holly started taking care of my skin way back when she used to work at Gentle Star Medspa. When she moved to San Jose I did not follow her but only because life got a little hectic and I had to resort to taking care of my own skin. However, now that the countdown to my wedding is on, I decided I needed to get my skin in tip-top shape in time for the big day, so it was perfect timing when I discovered that Holly had moved back and opened up her very own spot in SF! I was so incredibly proud and happy for her big move and knew that I had to book my reunion with her. Reconnecting with Holly was indeed like reconnecting with an old friend. She is just as genuine, kind, and professional as I remembered. I had always trusted her with my skin, and I knew that nothing about that had changed. I am currently undergoing skin rehab with Holly- with the mission being to smooth out uneven skin tone and to lighten hyperpigmentation from acne scarring. She has been using her peels on me- something that would be very scary in different situations, but Holly is so knowledgeable and she takes the time to understand each individual face with which she works. I definitely know that what she is doing for me is especially curated and personalized to my specific needs, and is not something that she does for every other client. I saw a vast difference in my skin tone and texture after my first visit! I always look forward to my appointments with Holly because she continues to make my skin better and better! I have a long way to go but with her expertise I know I'm in good hands! read more

I knew about Holly and Couture Aesthetics for a while now. I've just never visited her because I hate driving into downtown and having to keep an eye on the meter. I did, however, visit her this past weekend. I thought that I would have to spend an extended period of time there. I was wrong, Holly assured me that the process would take less than an hour. Not only was she fast, but she was meticulous as well. Holly is a perfectionist and it shows throughout her work. read more

Holly, Thank you for the attentive, professional, gentle care you provided! Your detailed explanations and scientific-based approach to the procedures and products helped me gain even more confidence. I appreciate the recommendations you made and am happy with the results. I also appreciate your high degree of responsiveness to inquiries and issues. I'm about 3-4 treatments in and am a very satisfied customer who intends to continue with your skin care expertise. Thanks again! read more

Talk about 'exceeds expectations.' I found Holly on Yelp and saw raves about the peel treatment so thought I'd give it a try as it was reasonably priced and I was looking for more than just a regular facial. She took a lot of time explaining the process during my initial call and went over the post-treatment details, what I could expect, etc. as I wanted to ensure I could manage any potential down-time in regard to impact on work, etc. The treatment itself took about 20-30 min and that was it. Some light peeling over the next few days and my skin just responded so well. The texture and tone were immediately and noticeably improved. I got the treatment Wednesday afternoon, worked from home the next couple of days and the first colleague I saw on Monday said, "Wow, you look amazing." The peeling wasn't 100% gone until day 8, but when I say it's manageable, it's really manageable. Days 4 and 5 were the most dramatic, but still nothing anyone would say anything about. Looks like a response to the slightest of sunburns. I'm definitely going back and will make trips to Holly a part of my regular skin care regime--for sure. read more

This is my second Yelp review of all time, but I HAVE to give one to Holly. I would give 6 stars if I could. And I am NOT a skin care diva. I only took care of my skin using soap, water, and moisturizer. But as we know... we can only get away with this for so long. I turned 32 last year and started to realize I could do more to help my skin look it's best. But I HATE gambling 100s of dollars on care regimes when who knows if they will actually work? Look no further - Holly, works. My best friend gifted me a facial for Christmas and I went in to see Holly with very low expectations - other than feeling relaxed and moisturized after the encounter. But I have been blown away. She not only was professional, thorough, and prompt - but Holly is very knowledgable. The facial itself was cleansing, toning, and her extractions made my skin look so pure! But the real kicker was the peel she did. She gave me all the facts on what to expect and how to care for it, but long story short - after the peeling had finished - I look at least 5 years younger. I get compliments on how fresh I look and I will ABSOLUTELY be back. Happy to fork out the dough moving forward. Not only was Holly's treatment extremely effective, Holly also gave me a personal follow up call to make sure I was satisfied with my results and to answer any questions. I trust her, so I asked a whole bunch of questions and feel empowered to put my best face forward - with her help. I will be a client of hers for a long time and you should be too! #converted read more

Holly was amazing - like a magician. :) The main concerns for my skin are fine lines, pigmentations (from acne scars), and pores. I went to Holly for a consultation first, she was very friendly and suggested extraction (for pores) and the Haute Couture Peel (retinol). At first I was not too sure about the peel, since it would have 5 days of downtime (redness and visible peeling), which sounds invasive and it costs $140. However, after looking at the before/after photos of other customers - I decided to give it a try. Long and short - the results were amazing - both the extraction and peel. Since it was the first time I am getting a chemical peel, my skin was red for the 1st day, then it started peeling for 3-4 days. My husband, and co-workers could see the visible changes. My skin was vibrant, glowing, the pores and fine lines were drastically reduced. The before/after photos clearly showed reduction in the pigmentation. My skin often felt dehydrated after long hours of work indoor. With this "new" skin, my skin felt constantly hydrated. $140 for the peel was definitely worth it! Holly is great! I highly recommend her services! read more

If you want to get the best facial in SF, go see Holly. She is amazing at what she does, and my skin always feels refreshed and renewed every time I see her. Holly is amazing at making sure the facial is really customized to your skin type. My skin tends to really scar easily and stay scarred for a long time, so she's extra careful and gentle about extractions and making sure my skin is tended to well. I even sent my mom to Holly for a facial and my mom came out looking about 10 years younger. I know that as a young person, maintaining my skin is really important and the difference is noticeable but really it's maintenance that is important for the future. To see my mom come out and look 10 years younger, I know for a fact what Holly does is basically magic. Holly is super kind and there really is no one like her. She is the best, and I promise, this is the best facial. read more

Holly is an amazing esthetician! She's thorough and experienced and I'll continue going back to her.

oh my goodness my skin is on POINT. My skin looks better then it has in over a year! She took 2020 right off my FACE! lol! Did the deep pore facial/extractions, dermaplane, and Retinol peel. She was very thuro, my face has been cleansed! Every pore treated. My skin looks so healthy and dewey. I will defitnly be going back. Her energy was so fun and place was immaculate! Highly recommend! and i am extremely picky when it comes to facials. She is meticulous. i will be driving over an hour to see her and WORTH IT!!!! read more

Holly is amazing!!! I found Holly on yelp and couldn't help but make an appointment with all the great reviews she had, and she has never disappointed me ever since! I've had issues with acne and acne scarring/hyperpigmentation all throughout high school/college and Holly educated me on how to properly care for my skin, control my acne, and lighten my hyperpigmentation, and everything she has done for me so far has been amazing. I've had 6 microneedling, 2 chemical peel, and 1 dermal infusion facial with her and a lot people have noticed how much my skin has improved. Her products are amazing too! I highly recommend Holly for anyone looking to clear their skin, have a nice facial, or just get educated on skincare! read more

Holly has been taking care of my skin for the past 3 months and let me tell you she's an amazing skin professional. I've visited estheticians near my home in Redwood City and no one has been able to make my skin look as great as Holly has. On Monday I drove from San Jose State University to San Francisco for an appointment at Couture Aesthetics. Holly is an amazing esthetician, which is why I make the 1 hour trip to San Francisco every 4 weeks. read more

Holly is amazing!!!! I found her on yelp and in a few days it will be my third time seeing her. After my first facial + peel, my skin looked amazing. I followed her recommendations adding a few items from the Jan Marini line and I've noticed the difference in my skin. You will not be disappointed if you come here! read more

I've seen Hollys work on my friends and family so I decided to go see if she could help my skin as well. I have dark pigments and sun damage to my skin. She recommended some products I can use. I have been getting my peels from her for some time now and my skin has improved so much. I saw the improvement in my skin immediately just from the first treatment. I would highly recommend her. She has the silk peel machine now. Worked fabulous in my skin. And no down time. Even better!! She's gentle on your skin and makes you feel comfortable the entire session. read more

Best facial ever! I extremely recommend Holly. First time going to her, she has exceeded my expectations! Her work that she has done doesn't even come close to other facials i have gotten in the past. Her attention to detail is excellent as well as her customer service. She makes sure you leave very satisfied. I definitely plan to come see her again! read more

I am so grateful that I found Holly years ago back when she was with Gentle Star ! And I have been following her ever since. She is one amazing lady that takes her time with her clients and makes sure you get the best results. I just had my facial yesterday with her and as always she had brought life back to my skin!! My skin is not only more radiant but is looking years younger! Holly is so kind, talented, funny and warm. She is in the business to see her clients' improvement ,not for money and her treatment and service is superior !!! Thanks again Holly! See you again soon! - Karen read more

I have seen Holly for over 7 years. She is amazing I love her. She has real knowledge about patients skin and also the products that she is recommended to her patients. She has very gentle hands,wonderful bedside manner, always listen to me and always take the best care of my skin. She is always follow up after the treatment. I'm so grateful to everything she has done to help me with my skin. Thank you so much for taking such a wonderful care of me:) read more

Holly is incredible. I've gotten one facial and peel from her and I can already see a tremendous difference in my skin. I suffer from hyper pigmentation and acne scarring/ indentations, and Holly curated a skin regimen specific to my needs. I've had quite a few facials prior to discovering Couture Aesthetics, and Holly is by far the best I've had. Highly recommend. read more

I hired Holly to do makeup for a bride and 3 bridesmaids. She came to Half Moon Bay to do our makeup and she arrived there bright and early for us. She asked us exactly what we wanted and did a great job. She asked us if we were happy with the way we look when she was done and of course we were, but she also made you feel comfortable enough to let her know if there was something you weren't 100% happy with. She worked quick and she was also able to blend in a horrible tan I had on my back. If I ever need my makeup done, I would definitely call Holly again. read more

I finally tried Holly's facial services. We have mutual friends on facebook and I'd been seeing lots of great reviews and posts about her. It's a mother's day gift from my partner. I've been busy taking care of 7mo old baby and my skin has been dry and rough. Her service is the best I've had in the the Bay Area. She listened to my concerns and recommended appropriate services for it. She cleaned my face, did extractions and even comped add-on services (thanks so much!) My face is so smooth and soft and I feel pretty-yer :) She is a warm person and makes you feel very comfortable. I've been looking for a good Skin professional and I think I found it. I will definitely recommend her to anyone looking for great facial skin services. read more

Holly is the absolute best when it comes to facials. I have tried others, but no one comes close to her expertise, careful handling, and soothing personality. I wasn't surprised when she told me she trains others in this field. I have been going to Holly for 5 years and have followed her to wherever she has worked as she is worth following. I am so happy for her that she has her own little space now on Union St. Her ten years of experience has shown, as she has greatly improved my complexion with her deep pore treatment and wonderful products that help hydrate my senior skin. You are in for a treat when you make an appointment with her! read more

Holly creates truly long-lasting and dramatic results with her package of deep and mild peels, her carefully selected products for each person, and a truly holistic approach to skin care and beauty. Her office is serene without any distractions, and her techniques for everything from extraction to massages make her the most valuable and amazing Aesthetician I have had. read more

I have been going to Holly for my facials for several years. Yes you read that SEVERAL years. I originally met her when she was working at Gentle Star MedSpa in San Francisco. Being a resident of the South Bay I routinely made the long trip to SF just to see Holly. I also followed her when she moved to Liu Plastic Surgery in the South Bay which was quite nice for me as the drive was so short but where ever she goes I will go. I guess I will be legally stalking her where ever I can, because she is that amazing. When I went to Holly originally I was dealing with acne as an adult (early 20s). I had suffered from acne as a teenager and was still dealing with acne, and was quite tired of it. I went to several other aestheticians until I finally found Holly. The combination of her deep cleaning facials, microdermabrasions, and product recommendations (the Clarisonic brush and Jan Marini skin care line) has worked wonders on my skin. If you are looking for someone to help with your skin, you NEED to make an appointment with Holly. I will say though her facials are not the frou-frou ones you receive from fancy spas. She will do extractions which will hurt. You will also probably leave with red spots on your face but you will thank her. The pain is definitely worth it. My skin always feels purged of every impurity after one of her facials. Not to mention my skin feels so much better. I recently added the Jan Marini glycolic peels on Holly's recommendation and love the results. Of course I had no doubt that I wouldn't since Holly is always spot on. She is such a sweetheart and will make you feel at ease throughout the appointment. But even better she is incredibly knowledgeable about skincare and will do everything she can to ensure that you will have beautiful, glowing skin. Trust me book an appointment with her, you won't regret it. read more

I highly recommend Holly, she works her magic! I have always struggled with acne and acne scars. After using so many products I never thought I would get rid of them. It wasn't until I met Holly that my face started clearing up. I am now regaining the confidence that I had lost due to my acne and acne scars. So if anyone is struggling with acne or acne scars I recommend you call Holly for a consultation. She will make you feel like the old you. read more