This facial was terrible. I trusted all of these good reviews and I guess that was my mistake. There was not much prep before doing the extractions at all. There was no steam whatsoever and I really enjoy that as I feel like it softens my skin. Steam or even a hot towel could've helped soften my skin and prep for the extractions. The extraction part was terrible itself, she was scraping really really hard and mentioned several times how her clients would tell her that her extractions were painful. She said if you don't press hard enough nothing will come out. I'm not the expert but scraping and pulling skin doesn't seem helpful it actually seems harmful. It seemed like I paid for not much service. When she did the blue light therapy she just left me in the room for ten minutes or more. She could've massaged my head and arms or something but instead I'm just laying there doing nothing. Even the face mask felt cheap she just used a sheet mask. My skin has been purging with really bad breakouts ever since the facial it's super bumpy everywhere. I've had allergic reactions from facials before but I don't think this is the case right now. I will not come back based on lack of service and how roughly she deals with the skin. For the amount of the facial it should feel more luxurious than it did and maybe she should rethink doing extractions so roughly to the point where it's painful. read more

I'm not really the type of guy to go get professional skin care services, but on the recommendation of a friend I gave Nikki a try. Her professionalism and detailed attention made me comfortable in a new situation, and the results were noticeable to everyone. I'm hooked at this point and haven't felt this good in years! Nikki also made product and procedure recommendations for me based on what my skin thirsted for. A radiant complexion impacts our lives in nearly every aspect. I'm so grateful. Nikki's gonna change change your life--- book her now if you Love appreciating yourself! read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I've had a bunch of skin issues since I was 16 (cystic acne, clogged pores, acne scarring, sensitive red skin) and pretty much a lot of time and money going back and forth between different dermatologists without actually seeing any results. Trust me when I tell you that I've done pretty much everything back then (chemical peels, laser treatments, extractions, the "promises" that comes with using a combination of products) so I was pretty much skeptical about meeting Nikki for the first time. BOY WAS I WRONG The first thing that I noticed (you will too) about Nikki is how she'll just tell you about your skin issues and how you can treat them. Her honesty and expertise alone is worth the cost of coming here and you truly get a sense that improving your skin is a collaborative effort. The treatments that I like the most are the microdermabrasion, the blue light treatment (those magical things just kills any looming acne) and needling (gets to work on those irritating marked acne scars). Bottom love is... go to Nikki and get started on transforming your skin read more

Simply Amazing Facial! My experience was great as expected. Nikki was really nice, we had some small talk about how we have been. When she asked me about my skincare routine, I told her what I do nowadays at home and that I had facials in the past. She analyzed my skin and told me the concerns she had for my skin. Nikki is very knowledgable about skin types, products, etc. I love Nikki because she is the first person who listened to my issues and took the time to differentiate between appropriate products for my skin type and a long-term solution, not just a quick fix! read more

I cannot express how grateful I am to have found Nikki! I've had skin issues since high-school, redness, large pores, cystic acne, scarring, you name it. I was on Accutane in my teens, went through a 4 month cycle which cleared up most of my acne at the time. As I started progressing into my 20's, my skin relapsed and those painful flareups that I started with came back full force. Long story short if it wasn't for Nikki, I would've never started nor finished my 2nd cycle of Accutane. I've seen numerous dermatologists over the years, yet from the moment I met her I knew her methods were going to do wonders for my skin. She not only treats the surface, she advises on the importance of internal self care beginning with clean eating habits. Her products are amazing and of the best quality. She truly individualizes her regimens to cater to you and the needs of your skin, and yours alone! Not to mention, she's one of the most honest, genuine people I've met. Thanks to Nikki, my skin has completely cleared up and now we're working on getting rid of the scarring. I am nothing short of shocked and impressed at the results I'm getting and can't wait for my next visit. If you reach the end of this review and are still considering other places, just forget about them and schedule an appointment to see her! I can guarantee you won't regret it! As a side note, if there's one thing you'll learn from Nikki, it's to always wear sunscreen! It'll save your skin from those dreadful signs of early aging. Nikki's there to help you achieve flawless skin but remember one, it takes time, and two, you have to put in just as much effort to maintain what she starts. Anyways, just schedule an appointment to see her ASAP! read more

Finally getting back on to write a review...I haven't done one in so long! More to come, I promise! Disclaimer: I'm not as arrogant as I may come off in some parts of this review. And, refrain from using TWSS since you're probably reading this by yourself and no one will catch your references. Being a member of the single community here in Hawaii, you really need to stay on top of your game. I'm not saying it's difficult finding a date/significant other, but the little things definitely help your chances. I like to think that i'm relatively mature, dress well, have good hygiene, and have a good personality (haha)...you know, a good foundation that makes me a great catch. Being such a great catch, i then thought what can i do to improve my chances even more? SO...I thought I'd do something different by visiting Nikki at Skin Essentials about a month and a half ago. Let me tell you, first impression is everything now days. Right when you walk into her clean, contemporary office, Nikki is there to greet you with a smile. She offers MANY services (get your mind out of the gutter)...spray tanning, facials, skin treatment, and many other spa services. On my visit, I decided to get a quick facial and maybe a quick clean up on my massive...eyebrows! Being that it was my first facial, I didn't know what to expect. Nikki was very professional and she explained each step in the process from what is in the products that she was using to what the products are supposed to do. All her products are organic, which definitely is a plus because I wouldn't want crazy chemicals all over this face. The facial did hurt, but again it wasn't as bad as I imagined. Oh and about that eyebrow clean up...it was quick and done well cause I had a hard time telling if anything was done. I would definitely recommend anyone, guys and girls, to visit Nikki. She is very professional and welcoming and you can feel her passion for her line of work. For my first facial, I was pleasantly surprised. My face felt uberly clean and it just felt good. I would definitely do it again! Remember, if you have skin blemishes, want to spray tan, or just need THAT edge in the singles game, Nikki is the one you want to see. read more

I have had mild acne since I was 12, but when I turned 21 my face suddenly exploded with cystic acne that left me with scars all along the sides of my face. I have tried so many different products that at one point I was pretty jaded when it came to new products and treatments. Some of them helped a little, but my skin was never the same and many of the products made my skin very sensitive and dry. Since I met Nikki, however, my skin has been brighter and my acne has gone down a lot. A couple of days ago I went to see Nikki and she recommended two treatments to help with the scaring on my face: the Environ Facial--Iontophoresis & Sonic Phoresis Treatment and the LED Red Light Treatment. It honestly sounded a bit intimidating to me, but the treatments were VERY relaxing and Nikki is really great about communicating what is going on and what to expect as she moves through the treatments. Two days later my skin already looks BRIGHTER, feels SOFTER, and SMOOTHER! I still have scaring, but it looks a lot less noticeable. This was only my first treatment, so I'm excited to see the results as I continue. My girlfriend even noticed a difference in my skin that night after the treatments. As the other yelpers have also mentioned, Nikki is very knowledgeable. She is always open to any questions you might have and is fun to talk to in general. She also gave me some great nutrition advice to help my skin. The BEST part is though, that I feel awesome! I think I became very accustomed to hiding parts of my face with my hair, that I forgot what it felt like to feel comfortable in my own skin. So thanks Nikki for all of your help! I will certainly recommend you to everyone! read more

I Went and got a microderm abrasion treatment for the first time today. Nikki came highly recommended by a trusted friend that goes to see her twice a month. Parking was ample, not a problem at all. The building was a little older condition but as soon as I stepped through her office it was a clean tranquil oasis. IT was a pleasant feeling. Professionalism describes the business well. I guess she could tell I was a little apprehensive and scared that it would hurt. Nikki took care of my fears and gave me the red carpet treatment every moment of the way. She explained in full detail the steps she was going to take in my treatment. She looked at my skin beforehand to see what condition it was in. I had the common "T zone "with a side of mild rosacea. Told me not to worry and my skin will look AMAZING when we were through. (we will see) I was very comfortable and she put me at ease. Going through the crystal microderm abrasion was a piece of cake. The pore cleaning though was something else. IT HURT! It lasted for about 60 seconds and my eyes were watery when it was over. After the pain, she took much care in exfoliating the layers of dead skin off my face. She saturated my dermis by adding liquid vitamins and collagen generating nutrients to aid in healthy skin production. I must say, my skin never looked better. IT feels as soft and supple as my childs 6yr old baby skin. The pore cleaning worked! Surprisingly It was worth the pain. She handed me a mirror, I could see an immediate difference while I was sitting in the treatment room. She was 100% correct. My skin looked AMAZING!!! She gave me instructions on what to do every day to continue to keep my skin in glowing shape (exfoliate, moisturize, teaspoon of correct sunscreen). She did not pressure me to purchase anything for sale in her salon. Her next client was coming in a little later so she had time to give me a quick mineral makeup session too. She goes above and beyond in customer service and you can tell she enjoys what she does. I left feeling completely relaxed. I look forward to going there again. 5 star service all the way!!! read more

I had never had a facial prior to meeting Nikki, nor did I really think much about my skin besides worrying about pimples. Now, many facials and skin products later, I am so glad I met Nikki! What really impressed me about Nikki was her extensive knowledge on skin. Anything you want to know about skin, ask Nikki. Her knowledge on skin is comparable to a dermatologist. Nikki really stresses wearing sunscreen everyday, and ever since I started taking her advice seriously I have noticed my skin looks better. In fact, other people have complimented me on my skin after I started seeing Nikki. I've even received a few free drinks and long stares after getting facials from Nikki. ;) Back to the sunscreen, I had a little bit of rosacea and sun spots on my face, which has gone down significantly after using the sunscreen, the Clarisonic Brush, and the facial moisturizer I bought from Nikki. What I really love about Nikki's products is that her products don't have those toxic chemicals in them that many of the skin products in the drugstores have. Now let's talk about the main service that Nikki offers and excels at, which is giving facials. I have had friends who loved getting facials from those spas at hotels and at other places before, and I had heard that they would not want to go out after because their face was all red from the facial. I have yet to walk out of Nikki's spa after getting a facial with a red face. In fact, she has this machine that gets rid of the redness since I have sensitive skin. I was amazed at how FANTASTIC my face looked after my last facial, especially considering I was breaking out and had a lot of gunk in my nose and chin prior to getting the facial. Nikki took all the oil buildup gunk out of my face, popped my pimples, and soothed my red face. I couldn't believe how amazing my skin looked after! If you want an esthetician who knows what she's doing, why she's doing it, cares about your skin and not your money, and will make your skin look fantastic go see Nikki right away! read more

I'm so glad to have found this place! Thank you Yelp! Nikki is truly one of a kind and absolutely dedicated to her work! It shows in her passion and knowledge of skincare, trust me you'll be leaving there with a wealth of knowledge on skin, so much it'll hurt your brain! lol don't worry though she takes extra good care of your facial needs by examining and taking into concern what type of products suit your skins needs and wants! As we all know Hawaii is extremely diverse so we all know we're completely different when it comes to our skin/face. What I really liked about Nikki is she she asks questions and gets to know your skin by figuring out what works best! For me I have EXTREMELY sensitive skin and I was very worried I wouldn't be able to handle anything BUT Nikki def was tender and careful in picking the right products for my face and very clean as well! Although my face broke out in hives due to the clay mask product, she immediately knew and wiped it off right away and worked something else much more lighter on my skin. I'm the ONE and ONLY that broke out w/the clay mask, that's how sensitive my skin is! BUT she was so attentive and immediately knew what to do and what to put on my face to get it to calm down and back to normal Facial Experience: Yup! No joke extractions hurt and this was my first one BUT it felt good knowing I'm getting my face cleaned out! And your feel so much better afterwards too. I def would recommend her for any and ALL first timers or sensitive skin peeps like me! I promise you'll enjoy it and your skin will thank you for it!!! read more

Nicki is amazing. I have struggled with bad acne the past few years, and have gotten countless facials from different aesthetic centers, nothing worked, I was very depressed and I thought there was no hope for me until I started seeing Nicki. She was patient with me and knows just how to work with all different skin types. She is so sweet and easy to come to, and works so hard to help you with whatever skin issue you are having. Nicki created a skin regime and diet to help my acne, something I would never have figured out on my own, and it has healed my skin and helped my confidence tremendously! Nicki is so incredibly intelligent with skin, so dedicated to helping you, and her equipment is top of the line. I have never met anyone close to as good as her! I would recommend Nicki to anyone and everyone! All skin types or skin needs... she's the best!! so happy I found her. read more

I got referred by my doctor to see Nikki for my skin problems and I'm so happy that i did because the microdermabrasion facial really cleared up my skin! I also ended up doing the red light treatment and it really left my skin glowing and smoothed out my skin tone. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Got referred by MD to skin essentials and i love my skin!! - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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If you want to see your skin improve and get results Nikki is the person to see! I went in for two facial treatments and she will tailor them to your needs. She is a very knowledgeable person with years of skincare experience at Drs offices and on her own. Always looking for the newest improvements to help her clients she did an oxygen treatment and a basic facial on me. She also turned me onto some new products and coached me on changing out my products more often. I left with a newfound confidence in my skin and a constant reminder that it's the biggest organ on our body that needs to be taken good care of and she's the person to help keep it that way! Thanks Nikki! read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Tons of products to fit your type of skin - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My friend and I had facials from Nikki this past Friday and LOVED our experience! The spa is beautiful inside and is well equiped to provide whatever service you need or desire. Nikki does microderm abrasion, spray tan, waxing and make-up! My favorite part was the facial massage that I received. My face felt amazing after my hour long session. Nikki ended by applying make-up...I've never had that after a facial-what a great addition! You truely feel beautiful and pampered after a facial with Nikki. With unique touches and a variety of products and services, I would highly recommend seeing Nikki Kim for your skin and beauty needs. AND her prices are affordable enough that you can go regularly, yay!! I will be back to see Nikki next month! read more

I've always been skeptical of getting facials because I've never been happy with the results. In fact, my skin always looked worse due to breakouts and extreme redness that lasted for days. However, I'm getting married in couple months so naturally I want to look my very best! I knew that I had to do my research and find someone who is very knowledgeable and who genuinely really cares about their clients and their skin concerns. That's when I found out about Skin Essentials and read amazing reviews about Nikki. I made an appointment with her and we discussed my skin issues, concerns, history and goals; she made me feel at ease knowing that I was in the hands of a true expert! I left feeling beautiful and my skin looked amazing. I can't wait to see her again because I know she's helping me achieve my skin care goals. read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Love my skin! Nikki is the BEST!!! #nofilter - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I have been a client since Skin Essentials opened. I had sun damaged skin, from working in our beautiful Hawaiian sun. Nikki was able to undo the damage and prescribe a skin care plan to avoid further damage. I am thankful that she is truly a professional and very skilled in her services and with her products. As a guy who was not a spa and facial guy, I am a loyal customer because My skin looks great thanks to the Skin Essentials staff. The staff is friendly and conversational, highly recommend it! read more

I started by taking my wife who is faithfull to Nikki's faciar treatment so one day i decided to give Nikki a shot. Not only is she the most friendly and professional person you can imagine but she also left me looking like a diferent man. I al really white and have light eyebrows and eyelashes but by the time she was done with me i looked like i had been on the island for years and my light eyes were impossible to miss by any lady hehe. I love Nikki and will settle for no less, her professionalism and performance will earn every penny you spend on her business. Moses read more

Nikki has taken such great care of us! not once has she disappointed me. The first few times I got a facial my skin was clear but she made it super polished and clean. She was a life safer, or at least skin saver.... recently i had a few blemishes and had a function to go to in a few days thankfully Nikki took care of it right away. I usually walk out of there with a glow but unfortunately due to my not taking care of my skin I walked out a tad bit reddish. It went away the same day. I must admit that I admire the fact that Nikki truly tries to make sure that you walk out looking polished and aglow. The office is a very calm spa-ish feel, and most importantly very clean! Parking is alright. There's a parking lot but it gets full quickly, at least there's street parking right in front though. Overall Nikki provides great service with the perfect mix of professionalism and personal interest. She's so kind and makes you feel like family! read more

This was my second appointment with Nikki. After my first facial, my skin felt awesome and it glowed. Nikki is excellent at what she does, and has a great personality. I always have a fun time with her. read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Love this place! Nikki is so awesome! - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I LOVE coming to see Nikki! After each visit my skin feels great and pampered! :) She pays a lot of attention to detail and will tell you right away about your skin needs. Since my first visit, my skin feels more radiant than it ever used to be! The quality of the products that she uses are A+++ Give yourself a treat and have Nikki take care of you... you will notice the difference right away! read more

After reading the rave reviews on Yelp, I decided to go in for a microdermabrasion facial with Nikki. AMAZING!!!! To begin with, I'm a total OCD, Type A when it comes to skin care (which is why none of the facial salons in Honolulu impressed me after I tried them). However, Nikki is the bomb! Her knowledge regarding skin care is by far superb, and she goes out of her way to explain things (i.e., what a treatment would do, my skin type, etc.). She is so personable, honest, and professional that I would recommend her to anyone. And she gives the BEST facials. They may be a bit pricier than your cheaper ones, but they have longer-lasting results and benefits! Now, microdermabrasion might not be for everyone (which is why you would consult Nikki first). It did sting a bit, but the pore extractions didn't hurt. Even if extractions tend to hurt for you, you should be grateful that it is being done (no pain, no gain peoples!). After her facial, my face glowed, pores shrunk, and my skin was luminous. Since my skin is a bit sensitive, it was dry and somewhat red for one day (which went away). Nikki also gave me some cosmetic samples to try at home (she doesn't push you and only makes recommends if you want). I'm really, really impressed with Nikki's treatments and recommendations. read more

I am so grateful I found Nikki! I spent all of my teen years struggling with acne, and now the subsequent dark marks, but have seen an immense improvement since I started regularly seeing her a months ago. She is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to skin care and has an excellent array of products which she will tailor to your specific needs/concerns. Her office is immaculate and her down-to-earth nature really makes you feel comfortable during her treatments. I had been one of those people who tried every product on TV to cure my acne/get rid of dark spots, but I am finally achieving the results I've wanted thanks to Nikki and all of her work/advice. Her products are top of the line and am thoroughly impressed with how quickly they began to fade my dark spots. I've been looking so long for a someone who really knew how to tackle my skin issues and I've definitely found that here. Nikki is simply the best in Hawaii! read more

I am glad I found Nikki. I go to Hawaii once a year to visit family. In 2013, I decided while on vacation in paradise to get myself of a facial. Nikki was a lucky find on Yelp as I called another place first and they didn't have appointments available while I was there. Nikki was my second call. Nikki is knowledgeable and skilled. Her extraction is the best. She is not afraid to go in and clean up the clogged pores and she is skilled enough that I don't worry looking red or have scars. I love her lymphatic draining massage, microdermabrasion and customized facial that leaves my skin looking great when I return to the mainland. Her products are top of the line and she educates you about using vitamins to nourish your skin and slow down the aging process. I have been going to her since 2013 when I visit Hawaii once a year. I looked younger than my age when I first saw her in 2013 and still do after 3 years. I use her products and order from her when I run out. I have been trying to find a good facial in the Bay Area and has not been able to find someone like Nikki. Her facial is the great one I get once a year when I visit the island. I will keep looking for a facial here as Nikki tells me to maintain my skin by getting regular facial even just to clean up the pores. Let me tell you, the facials I have gotten, no one does extraction as good as Nikki! Take care of your skin, it makes a difference of how you feel about yourself. Nikki is the best and you are lucky if you live in Hawaii. read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Environ skin products. Top of the line to nourish your face and it really works. - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Take care of your skin...you'll be in it for the rest of your life. At Skin Essentials, Nikki can help you do this with fabulous facials and expert skin care advice. What I love about Nikki's facials is that she really gets out the gunk deep down in your pores (I have to admit that it sometimes brings me to tears, but it feels so good knowing that all the yucky stuff is coming out). Nikki will help you transform your outer layer by uncovering more vibrant, youthful skin and recommend products to help you look your best. Since my skin was extremely dry from years of sun abuse, Nikki recommended ENVIRON body moisturizer and nourishing oil with vitamins a, c & e. The enhanced oil and lotion come in 2 separate bottles that you mix together when applying. At first, you may feel a mild tingling sensation (which I love because it lets me know that the product is working). After about a month of use, there was quite a noticeable difference. The scaly skin on my arms and legs became smooth and supple once more. I am a huge fan! For protection, Nikki recommended Jan Marini sunscreen, which I also love. The texture is light and goes on easy. The face sunscreen comes in a gorgeous "Sun Kissed Sand" tint that makes your skin look beautiful. Treat yourself to Nikki's expert care...you'll love the results! read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Skin Essential Goodies! - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Nikki is absolutely amazing!! I have been to two appointments and with each appointment my skin gets better and better.. I have had skin issues with acne and psoriasis for about 7 years and have tried thousands of dollars worth of products and regularly see a dermatologist none in which have solved my acne problems. I thought I was doomed. An Aunty of mine who also see's Nikki on a regular basis referred me to her. I came in very skeptical and thought nothing I try has to worked why would this.my Aunty insisted on me going and offered to pay my first treatment. So I thought "why not" after my first appointment I seen immediate results with cleaner and less bump skin. I was in shock and couldn't really believe. Even the next day at work (heavy duty diesel mechanic) my co workers had said wow your face is really cleaning up. With each appointment it gets better and better! I am so thankful for Nikki @ skin essentials and cannot wait for more! read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

SUMMARY: Just stop reading all the reviews and make an appointment here. :) DETAILS: When I first moved back to Hawaii, I tried a few different facial places. But then I experienced Nikki's facial and never looked anywhere else! In the past 5-6 years, she's helped my skin become and stay clear and healthy, through my younger oily skin, 2 pregnancies and all the skin issues that come with it, and now my more 'mature' drier skin. She takes the time to educate you on proper skincare: using sunscreen, healthy eating and consistent maintenance. Let's be honest, I'm not always good about the maintenance part, or the healthy eating part for that matter, but regular facials from Nikki help keep my skin looking great anyway! And her gentle reminders on the rest help keep me on track. I've had other facials when traveling and always leave feeling like it wasn't up to par with my "facial girl" at home. Make Nikki your facial girl and I promise you'll feel the same way! read more

Nikki is the owner of Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center. I met her through my husband who has had many facials in his life before getting his first facial from Nikki. After meeting Nikki, he never went to anyone else ever again. I was skeptical at first as I was still "scared" from a few botched up facials that I had received in my early twenties and had never gotten facials again. My husband also started taking our teenage daughter to see Nikki and once I saw noticeable differences in both their skins, I decided it was time for me to give her a try. The only regret I have today is that I waited this long to go see her! When I first started seeing Nikki, my skin was red from rosacea and it was also sun damaged. After seeing Nikki for only a short while, my skin started to improve and today, over one year later, has a healthy glow and even the rosacea is gone. Nikki uses only the best products on the market. As someone who has worked for plastic surgeons before opening her own aesthetic center, she uses products that are sold to only doctors and skin centers. She is a distributor for products such as Environ, IS Clinical and Obagi. Nikki will also remind you that you MUST apply sun protection. She carries a great line that works wonders! Nikki has a warm personality, she is beautiful, but most of all, she's a professional. She knows what's best for your skin and will counsel you on your needs. But she will also do your make-up or give you a spray tan if you want something fun! She has years of experience and keeps up with cutting edge technology. She has my HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION! And yes, her center is modern and clean. Don't be thrown off by the aging appearance of the outside of the building where her center is located. Parking is easy to find. Thanks Nikki! You're THE BEST! Jacqui Y read more

When I started having some issues with my skin I was referred to Nikki by a physician. She helped to identify, and treat, my specific issues and set me up with the best products for my skin type. Nikki offers the best treatments and also sells the highest quality products so I can take care of my skin properly at home between facials. I have seen Nikki regularly for over a year now and my skin looks much better than when I started. My husband can always tell when I've had a facial because Nikki finds a way to reveal my inner glow and has the perfect touch when applying the mineral makeup at the end of each facial. I love going to Nikki because no other aesthetician has made me feel and look so good. As a salon, Skin Essentials is very private and serene. I always feel calm the minute I walk through the door and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Nikki makes me feel special and I always look forward to my next visit. read more

A medical physician's evaluation: Nikki will impress you with her professionalism and clinical acumen. She gained clinical experience working with plastic surgeons and frequently attends continuing education courses in her field. She treats her clients with patience and care and never rushes. She has a reassuring and calming manner. She is thorough and skillfully uses her extensive array of treatment modalities. She shows good clinical judgement in advising what and how much to do at a time. In 37 years of clinical practice as a surgeon and a general practitioner I have rarely met such a high level of technical expertise and warm people skills in one person. I count myself fortunate indeed that I found her, and that she agreed to take me on as a client. I'm a man and have been skeptical of any aesthetic care all my life. Now my patients say I look 20 years younger! She works her magic in her center, and I also follow the simple treatment plan at home. I wish I had started decades ago. Read these other reviews and then be prepared to realize that she is even better than described. Thank you Nikki for doing the work that you do. read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - Love this amazing line - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Everytime I come to see Nikki I always feel like I'm gaining knowledge from her , she's always teaching me about what foods I should and shouldn't eat and how to constantly fix my diet so I can slowly start to have more beautiful skin and a beautiful digestive system . She's always also talking about me and helping me improve and she gives me so much confident and motivation to want to eat super healthy and have a balanced diet as well . Nikki is my confidante and she's very good at what she does , her business is very authentic and she does the best she can for all her customers ! Her lotions and products that she sells may be a little pricey but they're very good and they work really good on my skin as well ! Considering my skin has a hard time adapting to most lotions and face washes , hers are imported and they contain no harsh chemicals that would make your face break out which I love ! Even if they're like $30 a bottle it's totally worth it , besides quality over quantity right ? And Nikki also sells make up if you'd like any . She recommended me to wear sunscreen due to harsh sun rays and I used to NEVER wear sunscreen , thanks for thinking about my long term Nikki ! My face is slowly getting better but compared to when I first started seeing her my face was REALLY bad and now I'm seeing a change in my overall appearance AND health , seeing Nikki really is changing my whole life for the better . Skin essentials is like the whole package all together for all your beauty needs ! Also the fact that she used to work for dermatologists and plastic surgery doctors she knows a ton of stuff for skin and skin Health and I think she's a very smart lady . Overall Nikki is the BEST aesthetician I know and I will forever come here for all my beauty needs thanks Nikki for being so awesome and such a hard worker and loving what you do ! You really know how to take care of your customers read more

Skin Essentials Aesthetic Center - The waiting room - Skin Care Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Nikki is great! If you are looking for someone to clear up breakouts I would highly recommend this treatment. She is very knowledgeable and has a variety of facial options that will benefit your type of skin. If you're breaking out chances are you're already a little down about it and after this you will not only leave looking better, but her friendly and positive energy will make you feel better also. Also she is serious about you putting in effort too- because as you know good skin can't just be done by getting an occasional facial. She educates you on sunscreen use, and consistent products to wash your face with. I have nothing but great things to say about her and her business! read more

UNBELIEVABLE FACIAL...I look and feel 10 years younger! I absolutely LOVE Nikki and Skin Essentials. Nikki provides such a pleasant atmosphere and personalized, hands-on care! She is the only expert skin care professional I go to. She takes the time to get to know you and your skin. I am a long term client and have had my share of facials, but I recently tried the micro current facelift with a intraceutical oxygen treatment...AMAZING! I literal couldn't stop starring at myself in the mirror because of the difference. My face was plump and tight, my eyes looked lifted and my skin continued to look better days after. Give Nikki and this facial a try...you won't be disappointed. I also want to mention Nikki's spray tans...her technique is PERFECTION! I've never left feeling anything less than a bronze goddess. The color is amazing and I dare you to try to find a streak...you won't find one! Remember to wear your sunscreen!!! read more

I am a SPA connoisseur and love, love, love everything about skin care and spas. I met Nikki and asked her what products she carries and to get a feel of her knowledge and expertise. She uses high end quality products that I am very familiar with and have used already. She definitely impressed me as it's clear when talking to her a few minutes that she knows her stuff, so I booked a microdermabrasion facial. I was so completely happy with her service that I have returned repeatedly for spray tans, eye brow shaping, makeup purchase, massage, face lifting treatment and even the cellulite ass lifting treatment. I LOVED every treatment and several people have said that I never, ever looked so good! She is personably and instantly makes you feel like you are talking to your lifelong best friend who happens to be a uber smart scientist/skin care genius. She tries everything on herself first and is completely honest in telling me the treatments she didn't think I needed and what she thought I would benefit from. Very unlike other places that will just book your appointment and take your money without giving it a second thought. Along with my love of a great facial, I also am a bit of a product junkie and will easily hand over my $$$ for any product that seems to promise miracles. Thankfully Nikki isn't into high pressure sales and doesn't push any products and actually told me to use what I have and return when I am done with it to buy what I need. Never experienced someone not wanting to sell, sell, sell. She tells you what products to spend your money on and where you can scrimp and use a less expensive product. I appreciate the non-sales pitch and honesty and have taken my mother and referred friends, who have all been EXTREMELY happy and are also now hooked. She's my secret and with her around, I plan to never grow old and wrinkly! Prevention is key and nothing looks better than beautiful skin so I plan to to stay a client for life. read more

I had no idea what to expect when I came for my first appointment. I researched facials here in Honolulu on Yelp and decided to try Skin Essentials. Having been to facials in many places, I know what I like and don't. What you'll find here is the esthetician, Nikki, owns and runs the place. Her care is such that her clients are like family. Nikki is focused on getting you back to form as quickly as is reasonably possible. She uses cutting edge technology and products and has close ties to the leading dermatology and plastic surgery practices in Honolulu to keep her processes state of art. Sessions with Nikki are about getting you to look your best. Just couldn't ask for more than that. read more

Nikki is wonderful! She is extremely knowledgeable and takes great care of my skin. I would highly recommend seeing her for the best facial of your life. Plus, she is fun to talk to. read more

I looooooooooooooooooooooooooove Nikki! She is the best. She is so knowledgeable and you can tell that she is not bluffing you. She threatened me to use sunblock or else I can't go back to see her again. She would rather lose my business than to have me running around without sunblock. That alone speaks volume. I thank Nickie for my beautiful skin and am always excited to see her. She makes me feel extra pretty after every visit! read more

This place really provide great results. I've been coming here for almost a year now and so impressed with the results. Nikki's expertise in skin treatments like iontophoresis and microdermabrasion helped reduce my acne scars and blemishes. I only see more improvements on my skin after each treatment. Thank you Nikki for taking good care of my skin. read more

A friend of mine recommended Nikki to me for facials. I was having problems with my skin- mainly acne. Nikki is a lifesaver!!! She took the time to figure out what works for my skin and what products would work best. I regularly do both microdermabrasion and facials with Skin Essentials. She really knows her stuff! I get a facial once a month and my skin is looking and feeling so much better. I even took my mom to Nikki when she came and visited and she loves her too- and Nikki is able to ship her great skin care products to my mom (even overseas!). I highly recommend using Nikki! She really will give you a custom facial just for you and your skin and then has great affordable skin care products to purchase for a skincare regiment. I really can't say enough of how awesome skin essentials is! read more

Nikki is the best ever! I came here for my first facial because I had a little but of recurring acne on my forehead and chin. She extracted all the gunk. Expect a little pain when she does this but it was super minor! All of the products she uses were amazing and I left feeling so much better than when I came in. My skin is continuing to get better each day and after she educated me on the very important use of sunscreen, I now apply my Jan Marini sunscreen daily! Nikki is so sweet and amazing at what she does. I'm so thankful for her. I definitely recommend her for facials! read more

I really enjoyed my facial with Nikki. I told her it was the first time I've had one in my long life ;) , but I just now remembered that I DID have one about forty years ago from my aunty who did Jeneal treatments. That was probably the first and last time I had a good exfoliation! So ok, this facial was the first one I've ever paid for! Since I don't have any other paid experiences to compare this to, let's just say I left very satisfied and my skin felt wonderfully smooth. Nikki spent extra time with me and our non-stop conversation was so fun and informative. She gave me a deep cleansing and extraction (yikes!). Thanks to Yelp the pain was not unexpected and unavoidable if you want clean pores. I was worried that there would be bad side effects the next day (I had an event to attend), but Nikki assured me if she avoided extractions where I usually have breakouts, I'd be fine and she was right. Not sure how often I can afford to have these facials, but I hope to come back again! I spent over $200 for the facial and two skin products. read more