Saffron & Sage is my Sanctuary. I look forward to come in every single time I am in San Diego. Every visit brings so much clarity and peace to anything I may be facing at the moment. To begin with, the place is gorgeous, smells divine, and everyone who works there is magical. The last 4 times I have visited S&S, I have seen Vanessa and I just have to say: she is an ANGEL. I usually get facial acupuncture + gua-sha. She makes my experience unforgettable each time. Prior to beginning the session, we talk for a little bit about whatever is going on in my life, we set an intention and she ties that intention through the service. I leave feeling anew, at peace and loved. Vanessa has also been preparing me custom-made Flower Essences to add into my daily routine which have been a catalyst to many changes in my life (career, relationships, self-trust, self-love, alignment) Investing in yourself is pivotal for success in any other area in life. I'm forever grateful for this place and the practitioners, especially Vanessa. Thank you, Saffron & Sage. read more

Years ago, I went in for reiki hoping for peace after surviving cancer and enduring multiple miscarriages. Instead, I was told, verbatim, that I "hadn't suffered enough." Let that sink in. When I shared how deeply hurt and retraumatized I felt, the owner didn't apologize or take accountability. Instead, she doubled down and tried to gaslight me, claiming I had simply "misunderstood" the energy worker. I didn't misunderstand. I understood perfectly. That this woman has no business working in any healing profession. If your definition of support includes judgment, spiritual superiority, and minimizing unimaginable grief, this might be the place for you. Otherwise, look elsewhere. There are plenty of practitioners who actually understand what compassion means. read more

Aesthetically pleasing, clean energy, no congestion of others energy when walking into rooms, great customer service, top notch doctors, need I say more? read more

I really loved each experience I have had here. I received an acupuncture treatment along with a sound bath and I really needed that moment of utter relaxation. I highly recommend this place. read more

Both the massage and the sound bath were very relaxing modalities. I had never experienced a sound bath, and would highly recommend it daily. The masseuse (Dr. Scott) was very knowledgeable and assisted me with some chronic pain issues. And did a heck of a massage. Hannah was delightful. read more

I've been here before and have had other treatments like acupuncture and massage, and by far, all the treatments and staff are incredible and professional. I recently went in for a much-needed facial, and it was truly one of my favorite treatments yet. I've had several facials before, but this one stood out. Aubrey is so gentle and left my skin feeling refreshed, glowy, and completely revived. If you're looking to feel pampered and bring life back into your skin, go see Aubrey--you won't be disappointed! read more

wish I could give a 10 star rating for my experience!! From the moment I stepped foot into Saffron & Sage I felt a calm energy wash over me. I was greeted warmly by Cristin the owner and was immediately offered tea (their own special blend) or water. She sat with me while I waited for my treatments and took time to check in with how I was feeling. Both treatments (acupuncture and Breathwork) were absolutely amazing! The release I felt during the sessions stuck with me for the next 24 hours. I seriously slept so good! I highly recommend Saffron & Sage to anyone looking for a holistic healing experience tailored specifically to your individual needs. Thank you, thank you, thank you to all three wonderful women who made my healing experience so special read more

I've had two buccal facial massages with Darby and it was amazing. The reason I took two stars off was because I felt the owner Cristin was a bit pushy and salesy. I felt like I was back in my chiropractic sales days. I couldn't commit to a membership, which consisted of several treatments a week, because I am selling my home in south San Diego and buying a house in North San Diego county, and they are in Bankers Hill. I was told "I thought your health was a priority." Yes, absolutely. But, and i'm sure, there are other acupuncturists, hypnotherapists, massage therapists in North County (I currently see several providers and are all over San Diego). But I do like what they are about. Everything under one roof, have to pay for services at time of booking and gratuity free. Parking while not plenty, theres street parking and it's not too bad, but, and also the stairs. I didn't see any other way to enter and exit, but not sure how this would work for people that are disabled or have trouble getting around because of injury. Edited for privacy. read more

I received a peaceful welcome upon entering. The businesses' credentials and the care each of the practitioners put into their modality, uplifted my decision to receive treatment. I worked with their specialist Janel, who was very involved in making sure I was comfortable. She made sure I understood why certain questions were being asked in the pre-treatment consultation. And overall was a great energy to have for a first timer like me. I'm already considering my next visit as they offer many other modalities that the San Diego region and beyond will definitely be wanting to see more of as the years progress. read more

Four years later, I am still a dedicated member. Membership DOES have its privileges. I truly feel every practitioner is specifically curated to allow them to focus on their craft, which in turn is accessible to us all. Saffron and Sage is not a spa, though they provide spa-like services. This establishment can be a transformative experience. It has been and continues to be transformative for me. I am dedicated to my self care. I have been for years way before Saffron and Sage existed. Medical care whether it is psychiatrist, psychologist, medications, supplements, and good food is more expensive. QUALITY is worth the expense. I choose to invest in myself and my medical support team. I am not independently wealthy. I work hard for every dollar. If I did not believe in the uniqueness and individual talents of EVERY practitioner (past and present) I would not continue to invest my time, energy, and money in Saffron and Sage. I am grateful for the specialized care I have received over the years. Do yourself a favor and lean into what Saffron and Sage can do for you. read more

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If you could please provide screen shots of those statements of your policy. I returned to all our correspondences and do not see your policy on credit only. You do very clear outline the process for cancellation without appropriate notice or no show. But no where does it mention, credit only. I canceled my appointment weeks in advance. And I am no longer in the area. So the credit is unusable to me. As I previously stated. read more

I was first introduced to Saffron & Sage during an event. The company was offerings quick Reiki session at the party for those who wanted to try it. While the crowd was chaotic and there was excessive background noise, I felt at peace as soon as Rachel began my reiki. My body felt as though it was floating. Rachel did an amazing job and I felt so safe and energized in her care. Even during this short session, I instantly felt more aligned! After the reiki session, I signed up for a class to try some yoga at the studio. While the class was not the typical yoga I am used to, the classes are extremely holistic and empowering. The only downside of Saffron & Sage is the location. Close to the airport, I was frequently distracted by planes passing during class. read more

Saffron and Sage is a one stop shop for many different alternative eastern medicine type healing. Acupuncture, cupping, massage therapy, sound therapy, meditation, yoga, reiki, nutrition and more along those lines. They also have a beautiful boutique with all types of alternative medicine, herbs, crystals and chakra alignment type things. I came here for a meditation session. I've been practicing yoga for about 8 years now and recently started a meditation practice which i found myself getting away from. So this was something that rekindled my practice. The guided group meditation was great there was also a large crystal placed in the middle of the circle which i though was pretty awesome. I also liked the bowls or chimes that were used during the meditation, i could literally feel the waves of sound ripple thru me. Honestly the meditation was a bit too, on the hippie/etherial side for me, but i think its somewhere i hope to be one day. So i guess its not where i am now, but what i'm shooting for in the future. Everyone there was very friendly, open and welcoming. I was offered tea which was absolutely delicious! I wanted to purchase it on my way out but they were out of that particular blend. They offer yoga classes and have an introductory special for $50 (Half off) for the first month which is awesome considering the drop in rate is $25 each. So if you can go to 3 classes in the first month you'll have more than gotten your moneys worth. Many places like CorePower have made the focus of yoga, exercise; here i believe yoga is in its purest form, a moving meditation. There is also a sound bath class that has crystal bowls and singing bowls which i've been exposed to in some yoga classes, i think a whole hour of that would be pretty awesome! Saffron and Sage is so much more than just a holistic health place, its more like a one stop shop holistic lifestyle center. read more

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I have been a member of S & S for three years now. I truly appreciate the wonderful staff at this facility. Even when a staff member leaves, there is an equally as skilled staff member hired. The place is always clean and well decorated, with a sweet little shop in front. I have had various issues solved by my wonderful team. They are always responsive with their treatments for my latest need. The first downside is that parking can get a little tight, so allow some time for circling the blocks around it. Also, when a practitioner is really good, there can be a bit of a wait for an appointment with them. These are not major issues, so I continue to renew my membership and commitment to my wellness each year. read more

I really enjoy each treat I have plus I am seeing improvement in my personal heath and wellbeing. From my customized IV's with Dr. Alex, Somantic Coaching with Dr. Erica, Breathwork with Darby and all the other practitioners are wonderful. Saffron and Sage is a unique experience that can help anyone improve their wellbeing. Highly recommend! read more

Cute little place. Loved the Interior. Had a super relaxing feel with a bunch of their products lined up. They offer reiki and acupuncture. My favorite service they offered was the sound bath. Honestly I didn't know what to expect but omg the experience was AMAZING. I felt super relaxed to the point I even think I fell asleep! Definitely a place worth visiting over and over again. read more

Self care for sure! Saffron and Sage is where I go to let my stress melt away. It's where I go because I feel loved and supported

Saffron & Sage is a beautiful and a very special and unique spa that has an amazing offering of services. As soon as I walked in, all of my senses felt peaceful and at ease. I was gifted a service of my choice and decided I most needed a massage. Rhea was my massage therapist and did a beautiful job in destressing and relaxing my body and my mind. Im looking forward practicing yoga and enjoying a sound bath in their beautiful yoga studio soon! I highly recommend Saffron & Sage read more

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The practitioners here are extremely knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. I've had a few session here and have been happy every time. Docking two stars because of their cancellation policy. Without a 48 hour notification, you will be paying for both your service AND a $50 fee. read more

As soon as you walk in, you feel at peace. Great offering of services and classes. You can instantly tell they've put a lot into creating a peaceful place where energy and healing can happen. Everyone was so helpful and happy. Great retail space that has so many nice little goodies to check out. From CBD items to nail polish & facial soaps. I tried out the Sound Bath & fell in love! It may sound out there, but it was great! I can't wait to try the Breathing class & Sound Bath following on Sunday evenings! They also have gift cards, which would be an awesome gift to use for a service. read more

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DO NOT TRUST THIS BUSINESS. They lure you in, make you book an outrageously priced services acting as if you can cancel or reschedule and will not refund you if you cannot attend. They charged $200 for a breath-work class. I was unable to make the appointment and the best they could do was tell me to gift it to a friend. This is an overly priced business who take advantage of individuals seeking relief from struggles in life. read more

Unfortunately I did not have a good experience with the owner, Cristin. Unprofessional and non communicative to resolve the issue. I am still owed money from 3 years ago when I made a bunch of signage for the space and for an event. The services offered at this establishment might be good, but I have lost every ounce of respect for this business. As a small business owner myself (and mom of 3), I am extremely disappointed. If you want to support an honest business owner I would take your business elsewhere. read more

Updated Review: 06/19/2020 I was a little nervous to go get a massage treatment after being in quarantine for so long. It was so nice to be greeted by a familiar half covered (masked) face, Kimberly always makes me feel so welcomed. She explained all of the new protocols well, and checked me in. You basically wear your mask until you are in the treatment room, you can decide if you want to keep it on. I went in for a custom 60 minute massage with Hilda, and it was wonderful. She asks you beforehand if you have any problem areas, what you'd like to focus on, and what sort of pressure you like. She was spot on and I left feeling very relaxed and much better than when I arrived. Hilda wore her mask the entire session, and the rooms are disinfected in between each client. If you want a serene environment to soothe you during these uncertain times, Saffron & Sage can give you just that. I've been a member for a while now and I am so excited to be back at one of my favorite places. read more

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Truly the most remarkable massage ever! Very chic and zen spa with a beautiful aesthetic. Diana is amazing and knows all of your sore spots and helps work out the pain! She is incredible and really did a great job understanding where I needed attention and also guided me on exercises and stretches to do to help my sore neck and back. I left feeling like a million dollars! Thank you so much and I cannot wait to return! read more

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I am amazed with their skin care products ! I have been on their skin ritual set for 3 weeks and I've never felt more confident in my own skin.. make up free ! I've battled acne for over 15 years and my adult acne is even worse than when I was a teenager. These products started working after two uses! I went makeup free after one use! These products are light and my skin feels amazing.. it's skin food! I met with Dr. Parvini via zoom and he shared a wealth of skin care knowledge with me. I look forward to winning my acne battle with the help of Dr. parvini and Saffron and sage! I also love their virtual classes, and can't wait for them to fully open once we are able to ! read more

I've been coming to Saffron & Sage for over a year now and it has been one of the best decisions of my life. The whole team is amazing. The moment I met the owner Christin I felt so comfortable and was able to completely open up to her. Ive seen Ana from day one for my treatments and have left feeling transformed and destressed every time. Kimberly is the experience director and she is absolutley amazing and SO helpful. I want to especially thank yall for being open during these crazy times, as an RN I dont know what Id do if you werent!! read more

First time at Saffron & Sage but not my last. I had a facial with Haley. She was wonderful. She explained what she was going to do as well as telling me about all the products she was using. I enjoyed the facial treatment soo much. My skin look amazing when leaving. Can't wait to go back to see Haley. read more

I cannot day enough good things about Saffron & Sage. I started coming here to see Ana for acupuncture to try to regulate my period and to try and get pregnant again. I'm happy to say that after one treatment, we got pregnant! During my first trimester I was nauseous and exhausted, I saw Ana on a monthly basis and she helped me balance my energy and manage the nausea. She was always so sweet and our sessions helped me feel balanced throughout my pregnancy. Recently I saw Rhea for massage and cupping and she was amazing. I carry stress in my shoulders and traps. She firmly worked them out and was able to get knots that I didn't know I had. After our session she suggested I keep warm, drink lots of water and take a bath. Today I woke up feeling like all the tension in my shoulders have literally melted away. I look forward to my appointments and can not wait to come back for my next session. read more

Had a yoga class with Jessie in February and have never had such a challenging yet relaxing class! Walking in I was immediately greeted and shown around the facility! The yoga room it's self is so peaceful. Our particular class focused on releasing our hips. I do a lot of weight lifting as well and this was an excellent stretch with strength challenge as well! At the end of the class there is a mini neck massage with peppermint oil to relax you and leave the class feeling calm, empowered and renewed! Go to a class with Jessie! Absolutely incredible! read more

Yesterday I made my first free consultation with Cristin the owner of Saffron&Sage and I can't begin to tell you how amazing it was, after 15 mins of talking of course I was in tears ( in the best way) she's so calming I felt so open and she honestly cared about your well being. We made a plan to help me get away from western medicine which I've been wanting to do for awhile now but never had the guts to do it. All I can say is I'm so grateful that I found Saffron&Sage. read more

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I came in for acupuncture and a massage from Vanessa, and I couldn't have been more pleased with the whole experience. The shop is so cute and very clean. All services are very covid-safe. There are so many types of services offered, so I will definitely be coming back! I would undoubtedly recommend Saffron & Sage, especially the acupuncture, massage, and sound bath services! Thank you so much to Kimberly Blair for organizing the whole experience and for being so awesome at your job! read more

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Great place lead by wonderful caring people. I have had some amazing experience as a new member.

This was the first time I did acupuncture combined with facial cupping and it was AMAZING!! I'll definitely be doing that again in the near future! Thanks Vanessa! read more

TLDR; Total rip-off! I wanted to treat my wife to a massage for her birthday and I found this place on the "Best of San Diego 2020" list. She made an appointment for a 60 minute deep tissue massage.She arrived early and filled out the paperwork about areas to focus on and such. The masseuse was a few minutes late...but no biggie. She spent the first 20 minutes discussing all the paperwork, then got started with the massage. Found out afterwards that 20 mins of discussion is part of your time. You don't buy a 60 minute massage, its a 60 minute "session". The massage itself was "okay, not great", but it was essentially a 40 minute massage for $175. Are you kidding? Complete scam and rip-off. Never again! Immediately found another place downtown where a true 60 minute deep tissue massage is $69. Best of San Diego? Are you kidding me? read more

Went to Saffron & Sage for a 60 minute vinyasa flow class with Jessie. The yoga room is super cute and bright. Jessie's flow ended with a sound bath that was fabulous. I love that they have complementary mats for traveling yogis. Would love to come back and check out one of their spa services. read more

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After being isolated for 3 months during Covid, I was excited to see that saffron and sage started offering services again. I have been a member and enjoy the yoga and sound therapy classes, PNF stretching and of course massages and acupuncture. All of the staff is friendly and welcoming. My massage was an aromatherapy massage with Vanessa- it was so relaxing and melted all my stress Away- it felt like a mini vacation. There is so many other services provided that I am excited to explore soon. read more

I have been receiving services and treatments at Saffron & Sage for nearly one year now and it has made a tremendous difference in my life. I cannot overstate what an important part of my self-care routine Saffron & Sage has become. As a busy single-mom and a breast cancer survivor my energy and my health are constantly a concern and require regular monitoring and attention. But thanks to the acupuncture, fire cupping, massages, Reiki, and herbal supplements I receive from Saffron & Sage, not to mention the thoughtful and insightful care of my practitioner Vanessa, I feel like I'm in very good hands and when an issue comes up such as loss of energy or any sort of aches or pains, Vanessa gets me back on track - naturally, without the need of pharmaceutical prescriptions. As an added bonus, I truly look forward to my treatments at Saffron & Sage just for the relaxation and pampering they provide. Can't say enough about how wonderful a find Saffron & Sage has been. I can't imagine life without them! read more

BUYER BEWARE Apparently this company has a "strict no refund" policy, however when I called and booked my appointment I was not made aware of this policy. I am from out of town and my plans changed and I cancelled the appointment well in advance of their cancellation policy which they made me aware of. However, when I never received a refund I called to inquire and was informed they have a "strict no refund" policy. A wellness company that exudes such bad juju is hard to imagine. I have been going to spas for decades and have never heard of a no refund policy. Most places have cancellation policies, but never have I encountered a no refund policy. Seems if you have such an unusual policy it is your responsibility to make people aware of it BEFORE they book not AFTER. Very, very disappointed. The website makes it sound like they are all about bliss...I got EXACTLY THE OPPOSITE. read more

On top of not taking any accountability for the situation because of their supposed "intake", the owner, Cristin, of Saffron & Sage decided to reply to my initial review with a comment about what went on in a private treatment room. I can't think of a bigger violation of privacy than that at a spa. Doesn't matter what happened (big or small), it should not be posted to a Yelp review just because you're trying to prove a point where you are very much in the wrong. Privacy is a big deal these days and I would not go to a place that clearly doesn't respect that. Further to that, I'm not sure if they are considered a med spa or not, but those spas have to comply with HIPAA, so it could potentially be a violation of that. Very, very unprofessional. read more

Walked in to this holistic healing nirvana of a space back in October of 2018 and the rest is history. For my complimentary consultation as a first time potential client, Cristin made me feel super comfortable and recommended different treatments and styles of yoga classes that would support my healing journey. As the founder/owner she just has the biggest heart, pours herself into each little detail, and cares deeply about the experience of the members. Saffron and Sage is a place where you'll learn to be with yourself. For the first few months, I attended evening yoga classes and saw Ana for acupuncture. The differences in the way emotions were processed and the shift in energy was subtle at first. Honestly it was just comforting to have one single hub with all of these different modalities to come "home" to after the end of a stressful workday or a beautiful Breathwork class to wind down Sunday evening and enter the next week clear-headed with. As time went on I realized just how sacred this space was. Each yoga teacher is so experienced and so deeply immersed in their own training and unique wisdom, and it really comes across in the way the curriculum is developed throughout the year. Since S+S is still a relatively new business, the staff is constantly putting their heads together, tweaking everything from styles, offering times, and pricing models based on real member needs. When you walk in the door you're greeted by name and a soothing scent of freshly-lit sage. The boutique on its own hosts a stunning catalog of non-toxic, made-with-love, carefully curated products ranging from cosmetics to crystals. If you ever have a chance to attend any of their events, whether that's learning about farm-fresh food or a full moon circle, I highly recommend it. The community of people you'll be able to share, grow, and release with is probably one of my favorite things about S+S. You're going to meet some incredible people and some incredible parts of yourself that you didn't know existed. The practitioners are all in communication with each other about how you're doing, and you get out what you put in. The space is gentle, open, and energetically charged. Only piece of feedback is that the walls are quite thin - which makes it tough to fully relax into something like a Reiki session when a cupping or psychotherapy session is going on right next door. read more