Full disclosure here, I'm Monica's sister! In my opinion, that shouldn't preclude me from writing a review for her, sister or not! She's earned my 5 star review just as anyone looking for a great esthetician, deserves to read my 5 review! Monica gives the MOST GENTLE (BUT THOROUGH), "RIDICULOUSLY RELAXING" FACIAL on the planet! This might not make sense to you yet, but anyone that has had the pleasure of having a facial by her will undoubtedly agree, she has a God given gift. She's got facialist hands, so I call them! Hands that know what they're doing. She has such a gentle touch about her. She will remove and clean the built up stress from your face (nice way to put it!), then pamper your face and neck w/her soft touch & massage. When she starts massaging your shoulders (aww, that's such a nice bonus!), THAT'S WHEN your body starts saying "HELL YA, I think I just found heaven!" THAT'S EXACTLY HOW I FELT when I had my 1st facial w/her, over 25 yrs ago! So just picture what 25+ yrs of experience on top of the experience I just expressed and you'll probably come close to the "Glow by Monica" experience you'll get today! She's added some new machines to enhance her facials (micro dermabrasion & an oxygen attachment to name two!), to give her clients choices for their particular need and or their desired facial experience. I'm giving Monica 5's because she DESERVES it. There's no doubt in my mind that she'll give you the BEST FACIAL you've ever had. She uses some really yummy products that your face will thank you for too! If you're in need of waxing any part of your body (male or female), those God given facialist hands can magically stop the sting that waxing can sometimes bring! She also has a "knack and a great eye" for shaping brows so nicely (on both men and women). I hardly have any, but she took the little brows I do have and to my surprise, she gave them shape, which I still can't believe she was able to do! Thanks, Monica! So if you're here reading this review and searching for an esthetician that knows what they're doing, whether it be for a facial or waxing, you've found who you're looking for....... Enjoy, relax and just GLOW TO MONICA! You won't be disappointed, that's a sister promise! read more

Advance warning - this will be a long review. I am not one to post reviews but I had to share this. I have suffered from severe cystic acne, I am talking about massive bumps that take a good 3-4 weeks to go away. I have tried everything - from acne spot medication, antibiotics, expensive face products, diet change... you name it, I have tried it. It has gotten so bad that I have resorted to cortisone shots that have ended up leaving holes in my face (anyone who suffers from cystic acne knows what I am talking about). I went to Monica yesterday with one of the worst bumps I have had plus a ton of little annoying bumps that have been on my face for years that have always bothered me (granted, you can only see them up-close if you are really looking). I woke up today and all my bumps are gone (had these for YEARS!!!) and the big bump looks like just a normal small bump now!! If you would have told me this was possible I would have laughed! A cortisone shot has not even come close to the magic that Monica pulled on me yesterday. To add to the incredible results (literally my face is GLOWING today) Monica is the sweetest, most knowledgeable esthetician with hands that literally put you to sleep. During the times that either the steam was hitting my face or some product was sitting on it, I received the most incredible shoulder, neck, hand and foot massage! I have gone to some "amazing" estheticians before and no one has come close to the way my face looks today. read more

MONICA IS INCREDIBLE. My mom, sister, and I have been customers of hers for 20+ years and wouldn't think of going to anyone else for our waxing & skincare needs! Monica is an absolute pro with decades of experience and expertise (& it shows in everything she does!) Without a doubt, we ALWAYS leave the salon happy with the experience. Not to mention how warmhearted she is! Monica works to make sure her clients are 100% comfortable, happy with the results, and is always willing to answer any questions/concerns/requests you have. Her service is seriously second to none! There are very few as talented, caring, and professional as Monica. We cannot recommend her enough!! read more

MONICA IS SIMPLY THE BEST!! My daughter and I were lying on the couch together yesterday and I was telling her about a gratitude list I had written, without skipping a beat she says to me, so did you write you're grateful for Monica that she nailed your brows!! I've been going to Monica for waxing and facials for a very long time. Her attention to detail is off the charts and she is so warm that the moment you see her, you feel like you are her favorite client. I always tell her when she's giving me a facial, I feel like I'm on a cloud. Her talent is amazing and she is just the most wonderful person!! I hope you meet her, then you'll understand!! read more

Love going to Monica to get my eyebrows done and all my skincare needs! I've been a customer for a very long time and now my daughters are customers as well. We drive from SCV to see her and we would not go anywhere else!! She is completely worth it!!! In addition, I have referred her waxing and skincare services to all my friends; many of which have became customer of hers because of excellent knowledge, customer service and professionalism in her field. She is SUPER! Thank you, Monica!!! read more

I have been going to Monica for at least 7 years now. She is absolutely incredible. I do not trust anyone else to do my brows. In fact, even though I moved to Orange County, I am still willing to drive 60 miles every 3-4 weeks to get waxed by her and also get my brows done. She is incredible!!! And also exceptionally sweet and kind. Highly recommend Monica to everyone!!!!! read more

I have been going to Monica for my brows and lashes for years now and she is the absolute BEST! Literally such a kind woman and SO good at what she does. I'm super picky about my brows and I never wanna do too much to them and Monica knows exactly how to handle that. She also does great lash tints too! Highly recommend :) read more

Monica is amazing!! I have been going to her for 14 years and wouldn't think of going to anyone else. Whether it's for waxing, brow shading, lash tinting, and for facials, I have never had a less than an exceptional experience. I cannot recommend her enough. read more

Monica is the best! When I first went to her, about 18 years ago, I had bumps all over my cheeks from clogged pores. She was the only person who was able to get rid of them for me and I have been seeing her regularly since then. Her facials are amazing! read more

I recommend Monica to anyone! I have been seeing her since I was 13 years old and she saved my skin! I have seen her every few weeks for 11 years for a facial and waxing. She is the sweetest person and she makes sure my skin is always perfect. read more