I've been getting facials since I was a teenager and came from Germany where I was receiving…read moreregular facials from a well-trained certified Esthetician. German training is rigorous and strict and I was delighted to find Gabrielle in Sonoma, who was trained under these very high standards and has decades of experience under her belt! I changed to getting peels since Gabrielle advised that these are more effective than regular facials. I am very satisfied with the result! She works out of LenDoesMyHair hair salon, which is a tranquil oasis. I highly recommend Gabrielle!

I have been going to Gabrielle for over 20 years for my facials. I've learned to make her services…read morea priority in my life as I approach the age of 65 after working outdoors for 40 years. I find her knowledge of both procedures and skin care products to be extremely helpful in keeping my skin in the best shape it can be. I look forward to my regularly scheduled visits with her. I highly recommend her!

Janet is the BEST ever for skincare Her facials are by far…read morethe very best And I have been coming to her for over 10 years I love her !

I am rarely compelled to write reviews, but when I do its because its really really worth my time…read moreand is something worth sharing. If you are looking for 5star spa like professionalism at a price point that won't break the bank then you must check out Koko's of Sonoma....Ok yes, a bold statement for sure, but as someone who has spent countless $$$ at places like the St Regis, Mandarin Oriental, etc to find the quality of service and professionalism that you get at Koko's supports that type of statement. I came across Koko's 2 years year's ago when I was in Sonoma visiting my family for a family get together. I was desperate to get a waxing before the family get together, I simply ran out of time back in the city . Because I have sensitive skin, and pretty much only use dermalogica products, my criteria was pretty specific. I found Koko's and decided to give them a shot. I met Janet, proprietor of the business, and she was extremely thoughtful and professional. Even though it was just a brow, lip and chin wax, (which in the city can be 5 min transaction leaving you red and sore for half a day and bumpy for days after) that was not the case with Janet. She asked me how I would like the shape of my brows, and then informed me at each stage what she was doing to make sure I was happy with what she had done which was really nice because for me, I'm really picky about my brows and don't like people just ripping away at them! Those things just do not grow back right if not done with precision! The appointment was around 20mins. Not too long but long enough to feel like attention was taken. I also asked Janet about the redness on my right cheek and explained that while I love getting facials I can't because most places use products and or machines which aggravate my sensitive skin. After chatting with her about her approach and seeing the positive results from the waxing alone, I decided to book a facial for the next time I came back to Sonoma. I booked the European facial about 1 month later and was completely thrilled with the outcome. Whether it was her technique and a combination of the products (and the mask :)! ) after the facial my skin looked more hydrated and relaxed then it has in a long time. And most importantly, the exfoliation & extractions (which usually set my skin off) were no problem. I was completely thrilled that I could once again get facials without having repercussions to my skin!! I have since been to Koko's more then a dozen times over the course of 2 years. While I do live in the City, I have now made this part of a routine when I go to visit my family. Not only is my family happy that they see me more, but my skin is happier and healthier . The issues with the redness (mild rosacea) are really controlled now and don't flare up with my treatments thanks in part to the Dermalogica hook up to get the right products that work for my skin type! What started with a "feeling lucky" google search, has turned in to be really good luck on my side. Thank you Janet for what you've done for my skin. Look forward to many more treatments.

Chanel is the most amazing makeup artist in the Bay Area! She is so talented and skilled too!!! I…read morehighly recommend her to everyone!!!

I see Chanel for facials and special occasion make-up transformations. As a long time customer, I…read moreappreciate being in the hands of a professional, I can feel it, and I can see it in the results. I always feel special, rested, and even a little giddy, following services with her. Chanel is fun, interesting, and nurturing. She has a gentle but firm and confident touch, which I appreciate. I especially love the environment that she has created; it is like stepping into an under-the-sea, mermaid grotto, or octopus garden; a whimsical and mysterious world which is where I belong, and will go back to, every chance I get.

Kaz's spray tan lasted well and did not wash off oddly. The products where high quality and her…read moreapplication techniques were top notch.

I have been addicted to spray tans for a very long time and bounced around a lot of people…read morethroughout the years, but once I got my first tan with Kaz I will never see anyone else! She is the sweetest and best at what she does. If you want an incredibly even tan for whatever shade fits you, book my girl! I'm not lying when I say I see her weekly.

Are you a bride, that needs their makeup done for the big day? Look no more ladies! This is the…read moreplace! You have found your artist. I would just like to say that Kris made me so gorgeous on my special day. I live down in Los Angeles and we decided that Sonoma would be a perfect destination wedding. I just had my wedding a week ago and felt the need to come on here and rave about the service I received. She was very professional from the get go and highly responsive thru emails and phone calls. She was the first one to respond to my online requests and one of the few that took the time to call me to discuss my options. Since I was researching everything from far away, she was very helpful. My wedding day went off without a hitch and my makeup looked amazing and stayed on all day. I practically needed some paint thinner and a chisel to get it off at the end of the night. LOL It was about 85 degrees and even taking all the pictures in the heat, my makeup stayed in tact. I got several compliments. For all those brides out there searching for a good makeup artist in the Sonoma area - please do yourselves a favor and hire Kris. You will def regret if it you don't. I suggest you do the trial, i felt it necessary. My trial session was great and my makeup was immaculate, but on the big day, I didn't think it possible but wow! It looked even better than it did the first time! Once again, thank you Kris for being one for the reasons that my day was so perfect and beautiful. Best of Luck! Ivonne

I sort of stumbled upon Kris for my wedding, and I am SO glad I did. I was getting married in…read moreSonoma, and wanted a cost-effective, low-stress makeup artist. I am also Indian, and was having an Indian wedding, so I needed someone who would be able to work with my skin tone/makeup needs. I take care of my skin but (or maybe, therefore) do not wear make up daily. I did not want to be overdone, and my husband wouldn't have liked it either. My mom NEVER wears makeup, so was very hesitant to even get it done for the wedding, but my sister and I convinced her it would be better for the photos (we were TOTALLY right). Kris made me look like myself, but also STUNNING. I did not feel overdone, and would often forget that I was wearing makeup, until I'd catch a glimpse in the mirror-- it was like I was lightly--but authentically-- photoshopped. Same thing for my mom and sister... we still, to this day, talk about how Kris walked an incredibly fine line, and made us feel SO good, both in terms of how we looked AND felt (she is so chill and calming! Her studio is great.) We still revel in the compliments we get from anyone who sees the photos! She matched my makeup to my skin, and my red/orange/gold wedding dress (traditional Indian colors) perfectly. Kris also recommended my hair styles who I was very happy with. I did the trial the morning of one of my other wedding events earlier that week, which was a genius idea she suggested. I could go on and on, but I think the biggest compliment I can give Kris is: makeup was something I was not particularly looking forward to, and my experience with Kris was probably one of my favorite memories of the whole wedding.

I love getting my lashes done here. It's so relaxing and Marina is so helpful and kind. We like to…read morelisten to true crime podcasts while I get my lashes done which is always fun. I was in the room with her for two and a half hours, I was shocked when I looked at my phone because it only felt like 30min. This is really great for me because I normally have a hard time sitting in one place for too long. I love coming here, you definitely will too :)

I absolutely love my appointments with Marina. Lashes & brow tinting and sometimes a nice pre-vacay…read moretan. She's an absolute sweetheart and even more, she's meticulous about her work. Quick response time on booking is also a nice plus

I had such a great first experience at Sugar + Lemon! From the moment I walked in, I noticed how…read moreclean, professional, and relaxing the salon was. It had such a calm, soothing atmosphere that immediately made me feel comfortable. I booked my very first lower leg sugaring appointment with Michelle, and she was absolutely amazing! She was so welcoming, kind, and incredibly detail-oriented. Before we even started, she took the time to explain everything about the sugaring process, what to expect, and answered all of my questions. After the appointment, she also went over all of the aftercare instructions, which I really appreciated. Michelle was also just so easy and fun to talk to! She was funny, sweet, and made the entire appointment fly by. I was honestly surprised by how much less painful it was than waxing, threading, or even tweezing - it was way more comfortable than I expected. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better first experience! I'm already looking forward to going back and continuing my appointments with Michelle. If you've been wondering whether to try sugaring or are looking for a great place to go, I highly recommend Sugar + Lemon. You won't be disappointed!

I had the BEST spray tan yesterday with Jenn. I have had numerous spray tans at Sugar + Lemon,…read morewhich have ALWAYS been great. However, Jenn was by far my favorite technician. She made me feel very comfortable, was incredibly personable, and paid attention to the minor details during the process. Book with Jenn, you won't be disappointed! I also wanted to mention how great the service is at the front desk. Everyone is so kind and I can tell they truly value their clients.

Olivia has always been the most personable, respectful woman. I've been coming to her for waxing…read moreservices since I was 18. Her #1 priority is to make sure her clients are comfortable and confident with the services provided. She uses grade A wax that never gives me bad reactions! Most waxing places I've been to cause my skin to react negatively, however Olivia's never does! Please do yourself a favor and schedule with Olivia!

Liv is amazing at what she does. I am very particular about my brows but I was always able to just…read moreleave things in her hands and be happy with the result. She also has a very calm and warm presence. I can't recommend her enough!!