Andreea is an amazing bodyworker. But that is an understatement. My body was out of alignment from accidents I have thad throughout my life, and it was causing pain. She has been slowly correcting that, and my stance and posture are coming back to the place where it should be. My body is slowly regaining the ease which it had when I was younger. If I could afford it, I would go on a regular basis. She is well versed in many modalities and knows what she is doing. read more

Andreea is THE BEST! and this review is way long overdue. I've been seeing her for the last 5 or so years. Best facial I ever had. She uses amazing natural products, and the facial is personalized to one's skin needs. If you're looking for an excellent facial experience-book your appointment. I HIGHLY recommend her services. read more

Highly recommend the Hibiscus spa. Manual physical therapy with Andreea and massage from Dolores have really helped me recover from sports related injuries when they occur. Feeling grateful to have this place nearby! read more

Beautiful place and excellent massage. I had been looking for a place nearby me and this was quite a hidden gem in El Cerrito. I appreciated how my masseuse had clear communication the whole time. read more

I'm not one to post reviews often, but Angela has the magic touch. Great vibes here - very relaxing. I highly recommend this place. I just got a 90 min massage and zoned out so hard I completely forgot where I was and what I was doing there (twice!). I'll most definitely be back! read more

Just thinking of this place puts me in deep relaxation mode. Where to begin... My very first experience in May 2017 was with Christine, who offered me one of the most cleansing and rejuvenating facials I've ever had. She recommended I come in every 3 months, but since I don't have many skincare issues other than dryness, I didn't feel compelled to follow her recommendation. Instead, I booked a 1.5h massage ($125) with my cousin on our next visit. My masseuse was Andrea, who applied the right amount of pressure on areas I carried stress. She's the best. I didn't even realize an hour passed by. The massage included aromatherapy, but due to people with fragrance allergies, they asked me if I would like it included in my massage. The aromatherapy was a delight to the senses tbh. It opened up my airways, especially since I felt congested the week prior. Their massage oils were made in-house with plant-based ingredients. Some of the best stuff imo. Hot stones were also included in my treatment. It was an added benefit considering the price rivaled that of many reputable massage establishments (Burke Williams for instance). I think it was definitely an hour well spent & may even consider making it a regular thing if my purse strings can handle. read more

My goodness, I'm almost speechless. I told Faith exactly what I needed and she delivered. I have been suffering with my Pudendal nerve which shoots right down your bottom. I needed somebody that would hear me and listen to exactly what I needed it was very personal because I had to have my glutes and the skin on my buttocks rubbed down and she did it and she made me feel very comfortable. When I say I am serious that it was the best massage I've had in my life I mean it thank you so much I will be seeing you again that's for sure. read more

Five stars aren't enough to reflect how wonderful Hibiscus is! I've been a client for at least four years. Both my mother and my husband have also been and we all agree Andreea, Carlos and the rest of the staff are fantastic. (Side note, my mother and I rarely agree on anything!) In my experience, all of the team at Hibiscus are true healers. Body pain and stress, skin flare ups, even mental stress, they want to help heal where you need it. And, if you don't need healing but just want a massage to relax or a facial to look better, they do an excellent job there too! Andreea has done her research on the best ingredients for your skin. Everything is customized to your skin type and skin needs. I've probably had facials from 15 different people over the years and Andreea is the best. One thing I love about Andreea (and Delores too!) is they let you set the tone for how much you want to chat. There is always plenty of parking and their waiting room is a peaceful place to relax before or after treatments. After writing this review, I'm ready to book another appointment! read more

Late one Saturday night, I realized I was in need of some serious self care. My go to masseuse doesn't work Sundays so I started messaging businesses on Yelp. When a kind voice from Hibiscus Boutique Spa rang the next day and said they could get me in for both a massage and a facial, I could not have been happier. Hibiscus is a tiny spot, located just up the road from El Cerrito Natural Grocery Company. It's simple, and feels more like a friend's home than a fancy spa (which is more than all right by me). Christine fetched me almost immediately upon arrival and led me in for my facial. Many of the products used here are made in house from herbs, enzymes, clays, and oils which me and my skin very much appreciated. Christine gave me some easily implementable tips for my sensitive skin and let me know which parts of my current regimen were working for me and which ones probably weren't. (Her tips all felt helpful and non-judgy.) After my facial Christine handed me off to Karen, who gave me an excellent massage. She listened to the areas I asked her to focus on and gave me exactly what I asked for. I've always been so-so on hot stones, but I enjoyed Karen's use of them here at Hibiscus. Following two hours of blissful pampering I was treated to tea and dark chocolate (why doesn't every spa treatment end like this?). I highly recommend Hibiscus, and in particular, the spa combo which features a one hour massage paired with a one hour facial for $160. You can't go wrong booking these two together, especially at this price! read more

This review is for facials with Andreea. I have been seeing her for a couple months now after struggling with acne for close to 20 years. I've been to a couple of different places for facials and things would usually improve briefly but then go right back to bad. I've also been on several different prescription topical medications. This is the first time I have experienced real results - almost immediately - and so far the improvements seem to be here to stay. This is the clearest and best that my skin had been since I was about 10 years old! Other than the typical facial things (extraction, masks, peels, etc), here are some of the things that Andreea has done for me: mixing my own personalized toner and moisturizer, LED light therapy, recommending herbs for herbal tea, recommending diet changes, and recommending best non-clogging makeup brands. Her approach is incredibly holistic. She asks lots of questions to get an understanding of how your whole body works. I have a much better understanding now of the way my skin relates to the different systems of my body. I am SO thankful to have found Andreea. I wish I had before and after pictures that illustrated the differences I have already seen. Please give her a try even if you've already given up hope on your skin!! read more

Went in to have a facial - Andrea made me look refreshed and youthful again. She puts you in a comfortable position on a soft table and you just lay there while she performs her magic. She's very calming and knowledgeable not only about your skin but she knows all about the body as well. It was a wonderful experience and Andrea is just terrific at what she does. read more

I've had facials before but this one compelled me to be a regular! I pre booked for next month and I highly recommend Andrea - she really knows what she's doing and my skin feels and looks great!!! In addition, the neck, shoulder, feet and scalp were all part of the 90min treatment!! read more

This place is honestly an Oasis. I typically like to feel a business out before a review. I've been coming here for a little over two years and idk what took me so long but here I am. Andreea, the owner, is a true gem and skin Guru. She meticulously adjusts skin treatments to YOUR skin and even concocts products for your continued at home treatment. I will keep coming back even as I move hours away because I've simply never had a better spa experience. My skin has improved by leaps and bounds singlehandedly because of this place. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Absolutely love getting facials here! I started coming to Andreea at the end of 2020 and haven't stopped since. I came to her in the hopes of relieving my poor skin. After having tried other spas/facial services, I really wanted a place that uses natural products and ingredients. Now almost two years later and I have seen significant improvement. I look forward to the 1.5 hour state of bliss and good conversation every month. Andreea is still THE BEST! read more

I got a facial with Andreea and it has made a world of difference for my skin. I had wanted to see her because I was desiring a practitioner who had the ability to understand the unique needs of my skin rather than apply a one-size-fits-all textbook treatment. so glad I came here. She cared about understanding more than what meets the surface - she asked me about my goals for receiving a facial, what I had tried before, and my lifestyle. I appreciated that she was working more holistically and wanting to treat beneath the surface. Afterward, she crafted an exfoliator and moisturizer specifically tailored to my skin and I have been using these ever since with AMAZING results and my skin looks alive again. I highly recommend her if you're desiring lasting results. read more

I had a massage from Karen yesterday (she's the Senior Massage Therapist there) and her massage was excellent. I was in a car accident at the end of March and am still having headaches, and pains in my neck, back and arm. Karen was extremely gentle, yet very effective is relaxing my muscles. I would definitely recommend Hibiscus Day Spa and Karen. read more

I walked in not knowing what to expect, and left feeling like I was a celestial unicorn on a Lisa Frank cloud. No seriously, this place took care of me. I went in for a full body massage and a facial. I'll describe each separately: Body massage: my masseuse was Delores. I could not be happier with her level of service and personality. She used the perfect amount of pressure the whole process, and checked in with me several times along the way. I appreciated that she recognized areas that needed special attention on her own, but she wasn't over the top trying to get me to see all my problem areas like some masseuses tend to do. I would definitely ok her again. Facial: Christine did my facial, and she was straight to the point and efficient. This was the FIRST time that extractions didn't make me want to cry out in agony. When that was done the light and airy mud mask she used left my skin very smooth to touch. Honestly I can't remember the entire process because I was so relaxed and just enjoying the moment. All in all this was a very nice experience for me, and timely. I love that this is a local spot for great service, and that I don't have to go all the way to Napa or Sonoma for a great spa experience. read more

Ahhhhhhhh - a great massage. After the blissful massage I was treated to tea and chocolates. They also sell their own organic oils, scrubs, and lotions. Thanks to the family for the wonderful birthday gift! read more

Had extreme back pain today after work and started calling places that could take me in immediately to have some type of relief regardless of the cost. I called my normal place and they didn't have anything until after 5 or 6, but waiting just wasn't any option. So I called this Hibiscus location that's literally steps away from my house and I'm glad I did! Not only could they take me right away, but the prices were very responsible and the care couldn't have been better. Today I saw Karen and I couldn't believe how easy she was to talk to and caring about my recent situation with pain and weight gain. She and Carlos were both excellent and the service compared to my usual is an indescribable and the reason why I cancelled my membership online tonight as of today. Not only did Karen and Carlos go over a care plan that could work well for me with Andrea and give me options that could help with my pain for immediate relief (and it did), but she also gave me some tips and items (purchased tonight on Amazon) to get to relief until I can see Andrea who specializes in curing pain and somatics. Overall I loved Karen technics and how she was able to make me feel so comfortable in my own skin which I have not felt in awhile. I will be back to see her and or Andrea very soon. read more

Andrea burned my face after using lactic acid. She kept talking and asking me about my work the entire time I was there. The whole point of a spa is to provide relaxing environment for customers. I told her my face was burning and she said it was, "normal." I had to start fanning my face using my hand and she wouldn't even let me do that! She finally acknowledge me when I started to cry!!! She offered to massage and I said no, she still touched my shoulders! Inappropriate! Then she tried trying the situation onto me and asked if I was having a bad week. I sure was....my face was set on FIRE! Awful place! read more

Whenever I walk my dogs, I always pass by this place (because it is literally around the corner from where I live), and I wanted to get another facial. I decided to do some research and finally made the decision to come and treat myself to a facial. I can gladly say that it was well worth it. Although my appointment was late, Andrea was very nice, helpful and informative about my skin condition (I have eczema with a bit of hyperpigmentation). She used a mild blend on my face since it was my first time there. I was very relaxed (I think I almost fell asleep) and she was very gentle and applied the right amount of pressure where it was needed. Thanks again, Andrea! Hope to stop by in the future! read more

First, I would like to say thank you to Andrea. Before I move forward in writing what my experience was like, I would like to first say a few words about Andrea herself. She is such a kind person inside and out. She gives what she receives, if you show how much you really care and open up to her about your skin, she will be your friend in guiding you through your skin journey. She works with you as a genuine partnership. She wants to figure all the how's, why's, and what's to dig deep to help you achieve beautiful skin that is sustainable. She was wonderful every step of my process and I can't thank her enough. Moving to my skin journey. I have dry skin and always suffered on and off with acne. I typically get only the painful breakouts around my cycle and it takes about a week or two to clear up a bit leaving me only two more weeks for my skin to recover. I typically treat my skin with department store lactic acids and glycolic acids. The problem is, they are mostly targeted for more oily skin, causing my skin to become more dry. The month of September was different. I was suffering from a breakout that would not go away. My skin has a multitude of reasons why it ended up how it was. Poor diet from many family gatherings, new job, new skincare regimen I switched to. My skin was freaking out. Starting with my first session, Andrea did a light peel tailored for acne sufferers with dry skin. Followed by a couple of other treatments that same session. I wanted to take the slow route with my skin to see the core problem rather than a harsh peel that would be a quick fix. I did a harsh peel before a couple of years ago, and it was fantastic for the time being, but the problem just came back again. After my first session, it was eye opening for me. I received so much knowledge about my own skin. Its like that old saying, "you'd think you know someone after living with them all your life". That's how I felt about my skin. Needless to say my skin purged. It purged not horribly, it was manageable and only in the areas that I was always suffering from breakouts. Upon my second session, we found that my skin had layers of buildup causing me to have breakouts that were under active breakouts, which is the reason why 1. They were painful 2. They would never go away. I lived so close so I didn't mind coming in frequently to get a mini extraction or mini mask in between my purging stage for my skin to fully detox. Andrea was so kind to allow me to do so. We used light therapy, high frequency, masks of all sorts, and her own homemade remedies tailored for my skin. All in all, my skin is finally relieved from everything! It was definitely a process, and she was with me every step of the way. Even on my saddest days where I felt like it wasn't going to get better. I haven't been able to go back because of work and vacation, but as soon as I come back I will definitely make an appointment so we can go to phase 2, tackling hyperpigmentation. I haven't worn makeup the past month while I was doing all my sessions, and now instead of having to go without makeup to let my skin breathe, I now choose to because it has looked the best it has in years! Again, thank you so much Andrea! There aren't many acne reviews on here so I hope those who are suffering from the same issue gets to see my review and gains the courage to see her and start their own skin journey! The photo attached is my skin through the process. I have not altered any photo. The last photo where my skin is clear right now is just a zoomed in photo of the same area while I am currently on vacation. Im not at home hence the quality is different as all the others. read more

Hibiscus Boutique Spa - Day Spas Near Me - El Cerrito, California

I have visited Hibiscus a few times for a massage and am never disappointed. I've had a few massage therapists work with me at Hibiscus. Each was a master of their craft. The location is in a charming El Cerrito neighborhood, and the treatment rooms are quiet and peaceful. read more

I've been to Hibiscus Boutique Spa four times now. I try to go every 4 - 6 weeks for a full body massage. I've experienced a different masseuse each time because I want to see what the Spa offers in terms of talent. Let me tell you, although each massage has been different because of the individual techniques of each masseuse, I've never been disappointed. Each one-hour session leaves me feeling loose with great energy. This is now my go-to massage place. For my very first time at Hibiscus I booked a 90-minute session because I hadn't had a massage in a while and I was feeling very "tight". Linda was the first masseuse/therapist I had and she was amazing. Very strong and deep touch, which is what I asked for. She had some pretty cool techniques for loosening up my shoulders and neck. I've also seen Andrea, Delores, and. . .I think Jennifer (?), sorry, can't remember the name. Each person had great energy -- calming, assured, thoughtful, respectful. I always feel comfortable and welcomed in each session. While you are waiting to pay for your service you are offered some semi-sweet chocolate (gluten-free) and a nice, mellow herbal tea. I've never had a problem with the cleanliness of the place. Parking is easy to find on the street, and there's a good cafe and gift shop located nearby in case you have some time to kill before/after your appointment. Also, I should mention that even though everyone here is very open and considerate you don't get an over-whelming "hippie" vibe or anything like that. They do make some from-scratch natural beauty products, but I haven't tried them and they don't pressure you to do so. read more

I actually havent come here for bodywork. Andreea recently announced that the spa was expanding into yoga, came a couple times, and it was fantastic! Quaint, and intimate, and overall top quality, just like everything else she seems to do. Thank you so much, and I will be back! read more

I had a fabulous custom organic facial here. Christine individualizes her treatments based on your skin's needs and she mixes the ingredients on the spot from herbs, enzymes, clays and oils. She's a magician and my skin has never felt better. The owner Andreea creates and sells organic oils and powders and other products. I bought an enzymatic exfoliant that has hibiscus, carrot, pumice and of course enzymes. I have also had a series of amazing massages here from Andreea, not just the feel-good kind but the curative kind. The bodywork she prescribed for me was Somatics, which helped me a lot. read more

Shangri- La in El Cerrito I just had the Facial and Massage combo. The facial was amazing! I felt so pampered. A neat fact is that all the products that were used during the facial were made that day with my skin type in mind! The massage was great! They used hot rocks which enhanced the overall experience. I feel great, and I will be back!!! read more

Up date check in :6-12-19. I now live in the woods and the stress full stuff like watching the deer argue over corn or toms all fanned out strutting in circles like one leg just gave, Im here in the bay two weeks n got another with her yay later read more

This review is long overdue. Like all of the other reviewers, I have to start by just vouching for Andrea. She is such a kind and down-to-earth person. She has become a good friend now and we haven't actually known each other for so long (I think I've come in about 4 times or so total). Now onto her expertise! Andrea is so knowledgeable and really gives your skin a customized package. I switched over to using her custom-made products after deciding I didn't want to be on such strong (and expensive) products like Obagi. Now I can't live without her moisturizer! And my skin is still doing great! Really glad to have such a knowledgeable person to go to for facials and skincare! Thank you Andrea! read more

I just had an amazing massage and facial. The message was one of best I've ever had. My face feels smooth and clean from the facial. I'm so happy I found this little neighborhood treasure. read more

I don't even know where to begin trying to explain how much Andreea has helped me. I've dealt with chronic, at times debilitating pain. I've tried everything from pills to steroid shots to physical therapy and have never found anything that has made a significant difference until I found Andreea. She is a true healer who customizes her treatment to each person individually. She's also a  wonderful compassionate and dedicated professional who I genuinely look forward to visiting with during my sessions. I recently had a facial with her (I usually only do body work) and that blew me away as well of course. Really, she sculpted my face, I haven't looked or felt that good in years. All this to say, I can't recommend Andreea enough and I'm so grateful for the dramatic improvements to my body that she has facilitated, it has truly changed my life. read more

Came here after reading the 5 star reviews online. Made an appointment with Andrea for a facial and told her I have very sensitive skin. She made her own mix of concoction for my type of skin. Indeed it was amazing as I didn't feel any irritation but also had the effects of a facial. She truly understands all types of skin. It was a very rejuvenating facial! I would highly recommend this place for a facial and massage! read more

Best facials and homemade natural facial products. The dermatologist is also an orthopedic bodywork specialist. She provides onsite consultations, bodywork, and massage. read more

I had a wonderful experience- Andrea and Dolores are friendly and skillful, and gave me the most relaxing 2 hours I've had in a great while. I was pretty much a melted puddle after my awesome facial, and my massage after that was top notch. I look forward to returning- the small and intimate space set the vibe and I left feeling content after some chocolate and tea. read more

I came here for a facial and I had a very pleasant experience. Andrea is very friendly and knows all about skin. She explained what my skin needed and even made a mask from scratch with natural ingredients. My skin felt immediately very smooth and healthy. I would recommend Hibiscus to anyone! Thanks Andrea! read more

I've been going to Andreea for body work for the past several years in order to cope with a serious shoulder injury. I keep coming back because there has been major progress since I've started my sessions with her, I've even been able to play tennis again! Initially I was skeptical about what body work would offer, having been through physical therapy multiple times, but ultimately it was the body work that allowed me to regain noticeable range of motion and strength. I'm leaps and bounds from where I was before I started seeing Andreea, and still see her for body work to keep me limber. read more

If you're looking to experience an AMAZING massage and facial, I would HIGHLY recommend coming here! For Valentine's day, my (absolutely fantastic and considerate) fiance booked a massage and facial appointment for me at the spa as a present. I had been mentioning that my back and shoulders were in all sorts of knots due to being a professional violinist, where a lot of times, I'm hunched over and carrying a lot of tension in those areas. I've had several massages before in other places (chain massage places, chiropractic offices), but afterwards, I didn't feel satisfied and was left disappointed. Dolores worked WONDERS on my back! I felt so relaxed, and she asked how I was doing or if I needed less pressure, and which specific areas I would like worked out more. I definitely drifted off here and there because I was so comfortable. I've also noticed at many other places, they claim to give you a "full 1-hour" massage, but I always notice it's usually less than that. I checked the clock from the beginning to the end of the massage, and she truly gave me my full 1-hour! I've never had a facial before, but Christine was amazing! She also gave me some tips on how to take care of my skin. After my facial, my fiance even noted that my skin was glowing, all thanks to her masks and oils! And best of all, all products are natural and made at the spa! I will definitely be coming back to support this spa, and have my massages and facials done only here! read more

I've been a client of this small, secret hidden gem for about 5 years now. The service is great, the environment is relaxing and soothing, definitely what you need to take a break and pamper yourself. Dolores has been my go-to, preferred, massage therapist for the last two years. I highly recommend her! She's not only knowledgeable, she knows how to read your body and the areas that need more attentions. She's definitely magic. read more

I went in with my friend for the facial and massage combo and OMG, I finally found a place that knows how to Massage right! Dolores has amazing hands and she was so understanding of my needs and where I would like her to focus. I also had my first facial and it was an awesome experience. Andrea was so nice and made me feel comfortable (I love the bonus massages during the facials!!) Andrea also gave me tips on how to take care of my skin and what I should use for my skin type. The staff here are very very nice people. I Will definitely be back! :D read more

I've been going to Dolores almost every week for the last year. She is a truly gifted healer and helped me greatly through a time of health challenges. Hibiscus Spa is clean, prices are fair, and they give you chocolate!! :) The vibe is one of a truly healing space. Thanks Dolores!! read more