I've always had problematic and very sensitive skin. Now that I'm aging, I realized that I needed…read moreto take better care of it. My friend referred me to Aby and I'm so glad I followed her recommendation! Aby is very skilled and knowledgeable with skincare. She knows exactly what my skin needs and she always delivers! Unlike the others, Aby never pressures her clients to buy products and is always willing to give skincare advice. I always come out of her studio looking refreshed and glowing. On top of that, she's also very nice and friendly. I usually get intimidated when I go to aesthetic salons/spas but, the moment I met Aby, I felt so comfortable and at ease right away. She also does promos from time to time. I feel like her services are all reasonably priced. I highly recommend!

You will leave feeling refreshed! Abby has been in the business for a long time and only uses…read moreorganic products. She is very gentle and listens to her clients. She can customize your facial based on your skins needs. Wil definitely return for more facials.

Update on my recent visit: I had a facial and Gaby gave me a whole different nose. I dont know why…read morei have not done it earlier. I tried her Le Mieux skin care products for about a month now. The TGF booster and retinol was a game changer. She has such knowledge and curiousity in knowing the products and the science to it that you know you are consulting from someone who knows "skin" very well. Her goal aligns from my goal, which is having to use less make up in the end because you dont need to cover up what you already have: beautiful glowing skin. I went back to try out more products from Le Miuex and had another Brazilian and underarm waxing and felt well taken care of. She just makes it easy breezy and the whole experience of having such a good experience made me feel my time and money was well spent. I am pretty much a repeat customer now and I am so glad her spa is just 5 minutes away from my house. I dont usually do reviews unless i felt it is deserving and i wrote a review on her twice!

I had to write another review for Gabriela, this time on her amazing skills with permanent makeup…read more Yes, she does it all. I did my lip blush tattoo with her and my lips already have a soft pink tint to them! (I am going to post my healed color 6 weeks post touchup). She is a master craftsman (craftswoman ) because she makes sure that her work is as impeccable as possible. She takes the time needed to make sure it's done right...and it sure is. She's also just the best at making you feel as comfortable as can be through the process. My mom also got her brows done with her and they are pretty!!!!! Before and after pics below. Of course I'm getting my brows done with her soon! No question!

I've been trying to do something nice for myself once a month and Balensi spa kept showing up on my…read moreinstagram page lol. I scheduled myself a facial as they were booked months out for a massage on a Saturday, the only day I'm able to come in. When I was arrived , parking across the street was available and cheap. I believe I paid $1? I was offered water, tea or a mimosa while I waited on the patio which was lush with plants, my vibe for sure! My esti was Evelyn and she was very kind and knowledgeable. She did a quick consultation and then the facial began. I've had lots of facials from when I used to work in spas and this facial was in my top 3! The attention th detail for the extractions was great! My skin actually felt clean. Evelyn suggested a different facial from the one I originally booked and said it would be a better option for my skin. She's the expert so I agreed. We also added on the red light therapy. My skin had no problems with the facial, in fact, my skin felt so hydrated and it was so glowy afterwards! Evelyn's face massage technique was very relaxing, especially around the eye area. Unfortunately the facial had to end, but I already knew I would return. One thing I really appreciated was after the facial, there was no membership pitching or product pushing. It's annoying and really uncomfortable to be bombarded with a pitch after a relaxing service. They do have a membership which I am considering doing, but the only thing holding me back is lack of availability on Saturdays for massages. I also don't live close by which is why I need Saturday availability. But then again, the membership price is totally reasonable compared to other "envy" places. I'm sure I could make it work. Overall, I really enjoyed my facial at Balensi spa and I'd definitely recommend to all.

Balensia Spa has officially become one of my go-to date night spots with my wife. There's just…read moresomething different about taking care of your skin and your marriage at the same time We usually come in for microdermabrasion facials, and every time we leave feeling refreshed, relaxed, and glowing (yes... even me lol). I had Ariah, and she is AMAZING. She has this way of instantly putting you at ease super calming presence. What I really appreciate is how she walks you through everything she's about to do, so you're never caught off guard. And if you're like me and just want to zone out, she respects that too no unnecessary talking unless you've got questions. That's elite service right there. The whole spa itself is a vibe. Clean, peaceful, and genuinely relaxing. You can tell they care about the experience from start to finish. I believe it's locally owned, which makes me want to support them even more. The staff is always friendly and professional every single time we come in. They also offer massages and have a hot sauna you can use, which is perfect if you want to come early and just unwind before your appointment. It's like a full reset button. If you're in Chula Vista and looking for a spot to treat yourself (or plan a solid date night), I highly recommend Balensia Spa. Trust me... your skin and your spouse will thank you.

Dr. Jennifer Rullan is such an amazingly knowledgeable and talented doctor. She explains everything…read moreso thoroughly and always has the patient's best interest in mind while providing options for treatment. She is kind, compassionate and truly cares that her patients get the best results possible. I had a dual fraxel laser peel and she made sure I was comfortable the entire time. Her advice for comfort options enabled me to have an experience that could have been very painful to one that was completely manageable. I'm in recovery right now and I feel great. No pain at all. She will go the extra mile to help you along the entire cosmetic procedure journey. I highly recommend Dr. Jennifer Rullan and Dermatology Institute!

I had a very positive experience with Dr. Peter Rullan himself. He was kind, informative, and I was…read morevery happy with the results of my Kenalog injections. My initial consultation was complimentary, and I paid $130 for the injections. At that appointment, I was told to come back in three weeks for a follow up. At my follow up, I told Dr. Rullan that I was really happy with my results and did not need any additional injections. We briefly discussed possibly doing a peel or laser in the future, and I told them I needed to look at my schedule and would get back to them. When I went to check out, I was surprised when I was told the visit would be $130. I explained that I had not been told there would be a charge for the three week follow up and that, had I known, I would not have scheduled the appointment because I was already happy with my results. This was especially confusing because my initial consultation had been complimentary and I had paid $130 for the injections themselves. Dr. Rullan kindly came over and waived the fee, and I apologized for the misunderstanding. Unfortunately, what happened afterward left me feeling incredibly humiliated. Mary, the office manager, told me, "You don't go out to eat without paying, do you?" She told me that the doctor's time is valuable, that a consultation or even asking a question about a procedure is a $130 fee, and that I was no longer welcome back. I completely understand that a physician's time is valuable, and I have no problem paying fees that are communicated to me beforehand. My issue was never about expecting a doctor's time for free. I simply was not aware that the follow up I had been instructed to schedule would cost another $130. I had actually been very happy with Dr. Rullan and was considering returning for a peel or laser treatment, which makes the way this interaction ended even more disappointing. I wish the fee had been clearly communicated when the follow up was scheduled and, more importantly, that the misunderstanding had been handled with kindness and professionalism rather than making me feel embarrassed and unwelcome.

Jeanette is an experienced hair professional who provides outstanding service in her cute studio at…read morethe Sola Salon. She took the time to listen to my concerns regarding my damaged hair. I left with a great hair cut! I will for sure be recommending her services to friends.

Professional and very easy person to speak to in regard to what you need. She listens and gives…read morefeedbacks to your hair request which I appreciate.

She knows what she's doing!! My wife got a facial here for her birthday and her skin looks…read moreamazing!! Not only was she happy with her skin but she also said the owner is a true professional, caring, detailed, calm, serene and creates a comfortable space for her clients. Fellas if you're thinking about a gift for that special lady, this is it!!

This place is the best! Denise is a master esthetician. I got the Hana facial as a gift for my…read morebirthday. The way my skin felt and how glowy it was after was insane! She is so thorough and very detailed and skilled in what your skin needs. She also gives an amazing shoulder , arm, head massage. I left floating on air! I cannot recommend this place enough. Go see Denise today. You'll love the skin you're in for days excellent service , can't wait to go back!

I was looking for a place to get laser done and decided to come here because it had good reviews…read more Extremely satisfied. I reached out via email and received a response almost immediately from Norma. She was very informative, courteous and gave me different options for what I was looking. They have great deals if you get a 12 session package for laser. Booking was fast and easy and they were able to accommodate me in a date and time convenient for me. Tara was my nurse doing the laser. Super sweet, made me understand everything and was very thorough with the process. She guided me with every detail and made it go smoothly. Place is very nicely decorated, clean, hygienic and it has lots of parking. Looking forward to the final results!

I've done everything under the sun to get rid of my unwanted fat on my abdomen. Coolsculpting was…read morethe only thing that worked. I completed all three sessions my results are unbelievable. Now I just booked the cool mini for my chin. So excited to see these results.

Hydra-facial was amazing here, it's pricy but worth it. I can't wait for my next one.read more

Thank you for helping me on Hormone Replacement Therapy, Every time I go to Dr. Melinda Silva's…read moreoffice, the two ladies there are consistently so kind and welcoming are Roxanna and Dahlia. It really makes the experience feel comfortable and positive. Overall ,my experience has been good, though there's some variation in friendliness depending on who is at the front.

Mediocre service at best. I was left in the room for 25 minutes and had to ask the front desk to…read morelocate the aesthetician. After they tracked her down I asked her what had happened and she stated "well I decided to stop into the OR and see if they needed anything but you told me today was your day off so I figured it wouldn't be a big deal." Yes, I did mention that it was my day off, but that doesn't mean I want to sit in a stuffy little room staring at half naked women on a tv screen for 25 minutes. In terms of the location it's beautiful and clean inside and the front desk staff was very pleasant, but sometimes all it takes it one bad first impression to ruin what should have been a enjoyable experience.

11/29/17 Per usual, my facial was amazing and Kim was so…read moresweet and kind. My skin has never looked so good! I've been a client at Spa Divino for a number of years now and I wouldn't think of going anywhere else for a facial or skin treatment. I trust Kim 100% with my skin. She is knowledgeable, professional and takes such good care of me as well as my teenage daughter's acne prone skin. The setting at Divino Spa is elegant, all the staff are warm and friendly and my daughter and I always leave feeling pampered.

Diana is a professional. She has mastered her skill and is confident is her performance. I…read moreresearched her prior, talked to her beforehand, and she gained my trust with my visit. She answered all of my questions prior-during-and post-treatment. I'm so happy with my results ! The sessions were pretty simple and non-painful. Diana is very friendly and easy-going. I would recommend her.

I got my brows done in July 2019 after being scared for many years to take the plunge! I did a lot…read moreof research by asking friends who had microblading done, and realized that ombre brows were going to be the better choice for me since I had almost no hair. Ladydiana was AMAZING - she responded the same day that I reached out (via text) and provided a health screening to ensure that I would be a good candidate for my in-person consultation and appointment. I originally had planned to do them a few months after my initial contact, but she had an opening so I was able to get in within a month of my first message! Her studio was super cute, and the numbing cream made it pretty much painless. She does have to do at least one pass over your brows WITHOUT the cream, but it's well worth the beautiful brows you'll get after. Bottom Line - The. Brows. Are. Worth. It. It has been almost 3 years and I am barely just starting to think about returning for a touch-up later this year, because the inner eye areas are starting to fade (and I mean.. barely!!). With my current brows, I can probably wait another year and a half before going back and just touch up with a pencil when I want a more full brow.