I had never considered having a facial; I thought it was something only for women and especially not for Black men. After overcoming this limiting belief, I reached out to Brandi bc her own skin is pretty flawless. (Self-care is the best advertisement, right?!) I made an appointment and from start to finish I felt like I belonged and was treated with so much care. My untreated skin looked and felt better than it has in my 36 years of living. She explained everything she was doing and why it was important throughout the treatment. The bonus was the conversation! We talked about everything from vanilla lattes to spiritual healing! Maybe it was that comfortable chair that really opened me up! Thanks Brandie. I'm definitely coming back! read more

Doris Dean Skin Boutique - Skin Care Near Me - Solana Beach, California

I am so grateful for Brandie and delighted to have discovered her. I struggle to keep my adult acne and melisma at bay, but every time I see Brandie my skin looks and feels amazing for days. She's a master of her craft and a gem of a human being. read more

Where do I begin... I have been going to Brandie now for 2 years, and my skin is the healthiest it has ever been! She is always doing new and exciting treatments on me, and she is so knowledgeable in all that she does. I always get the dermaplaning which leaves my skin so smooth! Besides my skin being amazing, the energy she gives off is so relaxing and calming. Doris Dean Skin Boutique is exactly that, a cozy boutique setting that has amazing natural light. I go to her not only maintain my skin, but to decompress and relax as well. It truly is the complete experience. Brandie is professional, kind, and honest, and it is so refreshing to be able to have an honest conversation about my skin concerns. Go see her! You will not be disappointed. read more

Where do I start? Brandie took care of my much neglected skin and left me looking like a fresh faced young girl. As a busy mom and full time corporate hustler I have little time for things like facial care. She took her time, explained what she was doing, why, and how this would improve my thirsty, neglected skin. I definitely plan on going back and letting her guide me back to the skin I had in my 20's. So impressed and a loyal customer from now on! Can't wait to see her again!! She is knowledgeable, caring, and efficient! read more

My skin has NEVER looked or felt better. I regularly get professional treatments and use professional products at home but there's something about Brandie that can't be beat! She has a great touch, lots of experience, and is very knowledgeable about skin. She always customizes my treatments and each time my skin gets better and better- glowing, smooth, and less dark spots. She's a one woman show so book ahead to make sure you get a slot! read more

As a African American it's very difficult to find a Esthetician who has the knowledge or experience to treat my skin care concerns. I've been a client of Brandie for years and she is very educated, and knowledgeable in the Skin care industry. The very first I time set an appointment with Brandie I had acne scars (hyperpigmentation) and within my first chemical peel I started to see results. What I like about Brandie is she customize your skin care concerns/needs base on your skin type. I believe that all skin types is different and it's not a 'one size fit all' approach. If you are suffering from hyperpigmentation, sun spots, age spots, dark spots, acne scars, acne, wrinkles, discolorations, sensitive, combination, dry skin or any other skin care concerns. I highly recommend Brandie and she definitely won't disappoint you. read more

Love Holly! Just had a fire and ice facial instead of my usual microdermabrasion. I loved both services and I always feel like a million bucks when we finish our sessions. My husband and Dad go to her too and they are so manly and now are hooked!! Thank you Holly for keeping us all young and healthy!! I cal always trust your recommendations. read more

Love this place!!! Holly Cozad is awesome! She has been a miracle worker with my skin; I have very difficult skin, I struggle with cystic acne. Holly has consistently been working on my skin and I can see it improving weekly! Soon I will have clear skin for my wedding in December! I cannot remember the last time my skin felt so good. I totally recommend Doris Dean Skin Boutique! Go here and fall in love with your skin again! read more

I can't say enough about my wonderful experience at Doris Dean! Brandie is super intelligent, sweet and amazing at what she does. I have been an esthetician for 10 years, so I'm super picky on who touches my face and let me tell you these are the best facials you could ever get. On top of that, I also work for a dermatologist so I don't want fluff facials with a bunch of masks...I want to see real results. I called Brandie after noticing superficial perioral fine lines that just started coming up in full force. She gave me the full treatment dermaplane to de fuzz and exfoliate, a type of microdermabrasion and topped it off with this AMAZING machine called cool lift. I swear my fine lines went away immediately after cool lift and they have not come back. It's been two weeks and I've even spent 10 hours on a plane during that time. I am truly impressed by her skill, her space, and her vibe. Go see Brandie..you will be so happy you did. read more

After just two appointments with Brandie, she has transformed my skin!!! I cannot praise this girl enough! She truly is a skin magician! My skin went crazy after pregnancy. I had terrible acne for 2 years. Like embarrassed to go out in public acne. I am so grateful my friend referred me to Brandie. After just one appointment, my skin was transformed! I have had a couple appointments with her now, and I can't believe the difference. I only wish I had found her sooner. What really won me over, was that she has you bring in all the products you use so that she can really see what's going on. There's no sugar coating...which is what I need and appreciate. She's worth every penny! read more

One word dermaplaning!!! Love it! Not only does it take off that old flaky skin but also all your fine hairs and I swear my makeup looks better, goes on smoother the over all result is amazing. I've been going to Holly Cozad now for over five years and won't let anyone else touch my face. She's very knowledgeable, won't do anything she thinks you don't need and excessively enthusiastic about what she does. I drive from escondido to Solana Beach and if she moved to down town San Diego I'd follow her there too! read more

Freckles are Sexy. Sun spots, not so much... after an hour in Brandie's hands your face looks fresh, clean, radiant and free from the precancerous whatnots that happen from living in So Cal. Her esthetic services are both beautifying and therapeutic. The O2 facial makes my face feel and look refreshed. The peels help remove the build up of excessive dead skin cells while reducing the sun spots that mottle my mug. Brandie is very professional and has incredible bed side manner. She creates a very relaxing and comforting space while getting the job done. Heads up on the peels... as they do what they say they will do, PEEL! I looked a but ragged one time but my skin was never better after that. read more

This girl is awesome! If you have any acne or skin issues I swear Brandie knows how to take care of it. She is well educated on many different peels for different skin problems. I always feel comfortable with her even when I get a Brazilian bikini wax, and my brows have never looked better! I totally recommend her no matter what service you need. read more

I am still very impressed by Brandie. She really cares about her work and takes a great deal of time making sure you get the results you want. Truly the best facial I have ever had. She is detailed and exact. Every time I leave I can't wait to go back. read more

Lauren did such a good job on my lash extensions. She pays very close attention to detail and my lashes looked naturally full and long. My friends all commented on how they couldn't believe I didn't have mascara on!! I wouldn't trust anyone else! read more

Holly is AMAZING! I have followed her here from Moonlight Esthetics and I only trust her with my skin! She has a great touch and is knowledgeable and up to date on all of the techniques! I HIGHLY recommend her to whip your skin into shape! read more

Brandie takes great pride in what she does & really cares about her client's needs. She knows exactly how to taylor each client's specific needs, and the results speak for themselves. This is exactly why I have been going to her for the last 5 yrs ... read more

I was referred to Queen Bee by several women about a year ago... For that, I am forever thankful! Brandie is absolutely a genius with skincare; making up her own little concoctions at every appointment! She always takes the time to listen to my skincare concerns and wishes, and proceeds accordingly... the end result being amazing skin! I am always excited about my facials, along with seeing the Queen Bee girls! If you're having problematic skin, or just need a skin pick-me-up... this is the place for a fresh face! read more

I have been getting facials for the past 8 years since I moved to Del Mar area and since I've been going to Brandie my skin has never been better! She started treating my skin after some fraxel laser and my friends tell me how much better my skin looks! She has such a great knowledge of skin types and which products and treatments to use, she is even giving my daughter "teen clean" treatments. I highly recommend her, she makes an hour treatment seem like a day at the spa and her touch is amazing. She GETS it!!! P.S. she does fantastic brows, waxes, lash tints etc. Check her out! read more

I still see Brandie (who rules) but now her practice is all consolidated into Oxygen Med Spa and the remodeled Coastal Plastic Surgeons doctors' offices. Really nice. If anything the facility quality has gone up. Just had a diamond microdermal and citrus "rejuve" peel and could not feel better about my look for the holidays. read more

I LOVE getting facials at Doris Dean Skin Boutique! Brandie is such a beautiful person and truly cares about skin and strives to make it the best that it can be. She makes each facial specific to my needs with great attention to detail. She is current on all of the latest technology and products which allows her to treat most conditions. Brandie is very knowledgeable about skin and how to protect it or repair it. My skin looks so much better since I have been seeing her that even family and friends have noticed. She offers skin products that don't promise miracles, but they actually do what they state. She doesn't push products and only recommends what she thinks will help. I am happy and confident to recommend Brandie to my family and friends because I know that they will love this experience and results as much as I do. read more

Having great skin is more than good genes. I have a fabulous esthetician named Brandie. She really takes care of me and knows exactly what my face needs on my monthly visits to her. I'm prone to sun damage and age spots on my face. But Brandie takes care of all of that. I can say that my skin is flawless because of my visits with Brandie. I'm 51 and still get carded. Probably because Brandie has me looking young? Thank you Brandie! read more

As a man-scaping hetero man I have to be careful with whom I present my adonis like body to sans clothing for specific waxing occasion. I went here on the recommendation of a lady friend of mine from the Del Mar ilk. I needed my barrel-like chest waxed and primed for a pool party on the following day, ensuring that every rippling muscle would be viewed in all of its hair free glory. When I arrived I was greeted by a young lady named Brandy(Spelling?). She asked what I wanted to get done and was very professional, which is usually a hard task for the opposite sex, especially when I disrobe. She also suggested I get an upper back wax, which in hindsight was a fantastic idea, since I cant see my back and didn't know that I had a slight hair forest on my upper shoulder muscles. I must say that with my professional waxing I had better results than with the good ole' Mach 3. I was able to go to two pool parties 3 weeks apart and look as glorious as ever. So, my male counterparts, if you need to get de-haired and are scared of the possible social backlash, go here, lad, and you shall be treated as the manly man that ye are! read more

Loved this place! I followed Holly here when she moved salons and I am so glad she did. First of all, Holly is the best esthetician in the world. She truly cares about your skin and is so sweet and caring. Doris Dean skin boutique is the perfect place for her. It is clean and quiet, plenty of parking, wonderful line of products, and easy to get to. Go see Holly at Doris Dean, you won't be disappointed. read more

I have had 10 facials from Brandi over the last 6 months and my skin has never looked better. She is like a scientist when it comes to examining the skin and deciding what treatments are going to work best. I travel a lot and am exposed to different environments and lots of hours on dry planes. I don't know what I would do without her. She is the best in San Diego! read more

Brandie is a Pro! She gives amazing treatments, customized and with care. I've had hundreds of facials around Southern California over the past twenty years and Brandie stands out as one of the finest. She really makes your skin glow! An added bonus, she's really sweet :) read more

Recently had an amazing service at Doris Dean. Lauren Williams applied individual lash extensions which turned out great. I was nervous because so many women look like they have applied a set of brooms to their lids. I asked for natural lashes that look fuller not fake and that is exactly what I got. Lauren worked quickly and expertly without a lot of chatter. I felt relaxed and cared for. The salon is an intimate and no nonsense space that is clean and charming. Easy to find with good free parking. When I am in town again, I am going back for a refill! read more

Lauren does my lash extensions and is amazing! She is such a perfectionist and takes her time making sure she gets each lash and they look full and perfect every time! Great value for all the time and attention....not to mention Lauren has such a sweet and caring demeanor. :) I highly recommend Lauren and Doris Dean! read more

Brandie goes above and beyond most skin care professionals. She is incredibly knowledgeable about what each client needs to get the results they are looking for. I never feel like I am receiving a standardized facial when I see Brandie. She customizes each facial to my specific needs. She is a true perfectionist who cares about each client that she sees on both the inside and the out. I highly recommend Brandie for your skin care needs.. read more

I made an appointment to find out what my options were for some severe dark spots (sun spots?) on my cheeks and upper lip after being told by my dermatologist that I needed laser to remove them. I'm so glad I did because she told me that laser would have not been a good option for my skin type (I'm filipino), and instead educated me on what other treatments I could do both at the salon and at home. What a relief! I got a light peel, and after a couple of days, I could already tell a difference! I ended up buying the package because I knew I needed more treatments to really get rid of them, and I love this place so much! She is very knowledgeable and really into her profession. The place is super cute too, and the appointments are very one-on-one. No other treatments going on while you're there. I also finally bought product (only one - and she didn't push it on me) that felt like it was actually specifically for my skin type. I always just bought what looked good at the store. Love it! read more