The Glow +'s: + Voted best facialist by San Francisco Magazine in 2008. She is still gentle and pleasant. Her methods are always rewarding as I have always left with great results. Both penetrating yet not invasive with treatments needed for my congested face. + Followed Gunilla from her days at Spa 7 to her own hideaway retreat in the midst of Cow Hollow. It's literally hidden away if you don't look for it and I like it that way. + Serene room with a warm cocoon chair. Gunilla is gentle and calm as she reviews my skin condition before treatment starts. + Gunilla lets me rest or gauges when I'd like to be chatty. + She's not a product pusher which I love too! + Often featured in Allure magazine. Now I'm afraid my secret hideaway will be revealed. The Breakouts -'s: - Getting on her appointment book can be a challenge. Book in advance especially for weekends. TIP*s: * Book in advance for your treatment * Keep your eyes and ears open for the special products that she is creating. read more

*THE BROW REVIEW: 5 STARS I'm obsessed with eyebrows and Gunilla is one of the end-all-be-all in eyebrow shaping talent! She whipped my brows into a perfect, naturally defined shape, taking extra care not to upset my hypersensitive skin. No redness, no abrasions, no drama. I love that she uses holistic products (no parabens, mineral oils, nasty chemicals) and her store space is zenned-out, lovely and stocked with only the best skincare brands (Epicuren, etc). I completely trust Gunilla and cannot recommend her highly enough! read more

Started going to Gunilla's this year. I have tried both the Better than Botox facial as well as the microdermabrasion deluxe. I am trying to take better care of my skin and I always leave feeling refreshed. I recently started using her own brand of skincare at home as well which I am loving. It's nice when you actually understands what is on the ingredient list. She never tried to push her products on me which i appreciate. This is the place for a great facial and great chat. Can't wait to go back! read more

I think the fact that I signed up for a yelp account just to post a review tells you I could give Gunilla far more than 5 stars if I could. I started going to Gunilla about two and a half years ago when I moved to SF from New York at the recommendation of a friend. I'm a skincare devotee - once a month facials, sunscreen every day, all natural products - but it's clear that my visits to gunilla are what make the biggest impact. Even with sensitive skin, I am able to come out of a session with Gunilla glowing every time. And to top it all off, she's an amazing person with a very balanced approach to life. A visit with her is like a spa treatment and therapy session all in one. Although I was hesitant to share my secret weapon with everyone on Yelp, I think it's about time people knew what truly good skincare is. You'll never even consider another option once you've had a treatment with Gunilla. read more

Love Gunilla. You'll love her level of professionalism and easy going personality. Top notch experience and she's not pushy about her products, unlike other places. However I WOULD recommend trying what she recommends, when she does. I did and my skin improved soo much in the year that I've seen her - that's what you call aging well (lol). She uses natural high quality ingredients in her products. Her oils are to die for, once you try it you'll understand. THEY ARE ELIXIRS for your dehydrated or tired skin. I've been complimented multiple times from strangers to my co-workers on how supple and glowy ( not shinny) my skin looks. Ok enough about her products, let's get down to the nitty gritty about her facials. Background: I have combo skin. My concerns are prevention of fine lines, minimize appearance of pores and removal of dark spots from post blemish scarring. If it's your first time seeing her. A consultation is the first and foremost to understand your concerns then she can provide suggestions based on your needs and budget. With that said, I see her regularly every month. So she developed a custom facial that consists a mixture of: deep cleaning, extractions, Light thingy treatment for fine lines and dark spots, mask, and facial, arm massage. (Procedure captured above in random order) total of 1hr session. And whatever additional needs I may have that day. It's a blend of what she offers in different facials. You'll leave feeling rejuvenated and fabulous. *Note, if you're getting extractions you'll have redness. Her prices are between $125 or above based on types of facials. Personally I think it's very reasonable. I've tried multiple facials and from a variety of places. And based on quality And service - I'm a loyal fan. Highly recommend, try it for yourself. . read more

I cannot speak highly enough about Gunilla's in-depth knowledge of skin care, the products she uses, and her gentle yet effective treatments. At the recommendation of another industry professional, I visited Gunilla to begin pre-wedding facials three months before the big event. I'm pleased to say by the third treatment my skin was visibly clearer, brighter, and smoother and by the fifth treatment my skin was photo-ready with barely any makeup! Her office is calming, clean, and un-clinical. If you can, purchase the package deals and a splurge on the Epicuren products is worth it. read more

I have never had a facial but decided to visit Gunilla when I saw a review about her in Allure mag. I got an appointment the next day and she was great. She is very interested in your current skin care regime and offers advice on what to add or subtract. She does not push products, instead giving samples for you to try. I have yet to be a believer in facials but I intend to see Gunilla a few more times to see if I get the results I want. Overall, it was a great experience and my skin feels great! read more

Gunilla is really a master of skin care and also educating clients on how to keep their skin healthy. I first went to her with serious skin issues a year ago and she was able to figure out what caused it, explain how to prevent it and convince me to be patient about healing - all in a few minutes of my first visit. Although I personally am not able to have facials regularly, her rates are absolutely reasonable based on what other places seem to charge. (By comparison I used to go to bliss in NYC and I've learned more and had better treatment with Gunilla). Also a very pleasant space, and she is fun to chat with! If there were a 6th star available, I'd be giving 6. read more

I'm so happy that I found Gunilla. Her facials are amazing, her spa is relaxing, she is warm and welcoming and I leave there feeling rejuvenated. It's an added bonus that she's a fellow Scandinavian :) I've always had dry skin and have tried every product out there. Since I've been using Gunilla's own hydrating oil my skin has been transformed. It's no longer dry and it looks and feels incredible. I love that she makes her own products and that they are affordable. I would highly recommend Gunilla, she's wonderful! read more

Gunilla is awesome. She welcomes you into her Skin Butik with so much love and warmth which are only topped by her knowledge of skin and products. I love that she prefers all organic products. My skin felt great after the treatment and spending an hour with her also felt like an hour away from all the stress in the world. read more

Gunilla is an amazing woman with a talent for brow shaping, Tinting and Skin care. Her spa environment is pleasing to the eye and relaxing without being pretentious. Her menu for skin treatments are insightful and stimulating to read....Gunilla is a very gentle person who will make you feel like you have gone to an oasis in the city. One will leave her skin Butik smelling wonderful and feeling just as delecious. read more

Terrific experience. Gunilla is a pro and has a wonderful personality! An easy recommendation!

Gunilla is such a great esthetician! She customizes her facials to provide you with the best possible treatment. I purchased a 6-treatment package and so far (on my 2nd treatment), my skin is looking much improved! Thank you Gunilla! read more

I called the number on her webpage to make an appointment but it says it is disconnected. Is Gunilla still operating her salon?

Strolling into Gunilla Skin Butik one instantly feels relaxed. Stress is simply stripped away. Glowing candles light the room, beautiful blooms bunched in a vase brighten a table top, a tall pitcher of cucumber laced water replenishes hydration, and Gunilla greets you with smiling eyes. Treatments are a playdate for the senses. Gunilla's own handcrafted organic face oils are the perfect accompaniment for the changing season. Scents of rose, ylang ylang, sandalwood and lavender soothe the senses. Gunilla goes to the extent of personalizing a skin regime that will work for whatever complexities your skin may possess. All the while using products that are pure, natural and results-oriented. She's an artist when it comes to reshaping eyebrows. An arc that perfectly compliments ones face & eye shape. She saved my once scrawny skinny brows! For a little serenity go visit Gunilla. You will leave her Skin Butik feeling light and beautiful, knowing that you will return again and again. read more

I am impressed with Gunilla. And, excited to return for my next facial. My skin is looking great! I am using Gunilla's skincare line. I really made a nice connection with Gunilla, which is not always the case at the spas around the Bay. read more

Gunilla is my favorite facialist of all time. I've been going to her since before she opened her own place. She's very accomodating and does excellent work. My skin always looks and feels great after. read more

Alright. Enough of this trying to keep her for myself. People are starting to catch on as they should and so here it goes. Gunilla is AMAZING. I was first drawn to her business because of her strong commitment to non- toxic, natural products and non-invasive treatments to improve the health and quality of skin. As a result of swimming competitively most of my life, I had hit a little bit of desperation and had begun to consider any and all options to try and undo those years of neglect. Now after several months of facials and a few high quality products, I can't believe the features that have changed using such a non-invasive approach! I've always had large pores and assumed this really couldn't be improved much, but now my skin is so much more refined and people have started to comment on how it glows and actually looks healthy (which amazes me to hear this for the first time). Although her products are top shelf, I see why they are worth it and I'll never go back to the old products I used to try to get away with in the hopes they would work. She also gives the absolute BEST EYEBROW and LASH TINTS EVER! After (geez) 16 years of regular visits to have my eyebrows and lashes tinted by numerous aestheticians in the East Bay, Sacramento and now in San Francisco, I had come to expect that having beautiful lashes came with some unpleasant, but inevitable experiences. Burning eyes, dye residue on the skin, and some missed blond hairs all were pretty much standard. Never once with Gunilla. I still can't believe it, they are always absolutely perfect every single visit! Best yet, she promotes a completely holistic approach to skin care and goes beyond the products and facial treatments she provides by frequently discussing ways you can improve your skin from the inside out. Oh yes, and love the cucumber water she leaves out for her clients! Gunilla is an absolute gem. read more

I have been going to Gunilla since she was a partner at Spa 7, and I think that she offers the best facials in the Bay Area. ( I would write "in the world", but I know that some of you may not believe a review like that.) She is a very calm person, and able to impart her serenity to her clients to help them relax. She is an expert at diagnosing skin problems, and in providing just the right treatment to improve the look of your complexion. She relies on several different high quality lines, including Jurlique, Matis, and Epicuran, and there is never any pressure from her to sell you additional product. Her new space is quiet, and the treatment rooms are spacious. Her services are never hurried, and unlike a lot of therapists, she is willing to spend a few extra minutes with a client to ensure an extraordinary experience. Aromotherapy is "de riguer " for every client. Treat yourself to a facial here, and all other spas will pale in comparison. read more

I highly recommend Gunilla Skin Butik! The overall experience is of the highest quality. I have sensitive skin which is prone to acne breakouts. However, my skin has improved a lot after treatments with Gunilla. I particularly like her holistic approach and advice on how to take care of my skin between treatments. Most importantly, I trust Gunilla with my skin and think you should too! :) read more

Gunilla is a talented, knowledgeable esthetician who is also a lovely person. I've been seeing her regularly for about a year, and my skin has transformed dramatically. I highly recommend her, especially for microdermabrasion. read more

Gunilla is excellent. She is warm, welcoming, and extremely friendly, and she strikes a perfect balance between talking with you and letting you enjoy your facial. Her facials are superb; I always feel calmed and refreshed, and the products she uses are high quality and natural. Highly recommended! read more

I am writing this review in respects of Gunilla's facial oils. They have really changed my skin and they way I interact with my face! I was having terrible dryness and oily skin. I tried many products in hopes that one would work for both of my issues, but if one worked for the oil it dried my skin out, and vice versa. I found Gunilla's Balance oil to be the only one that really worked for me! My skin stayed moist all day long, and over about a month the pimples dissipated. I couldn't be more thankful for that stuff! read more