The Skin Lounge

I'd been hesitant about microblading as a blonde--worried about being matched with the right color…read moreand how it would wear (having seen many bladed brows turn blue-grey over time) I found Brow Boss and Leslie completely exceeded my expectations!!! The shape is perfect, and the color matches my hair and skin beautifully. I feel more youthful and confident already. I cannot recommend her more highly. Bonus: I discovered their Korean skincare line, and I'm hooked--my skin is firmer, smoother, and glowing. My smile creases have literally disappeared. I walked out with incredible brows and radiant, younger-looking skin. So grateful!

As a man, I know I'm supposed to monitor and trim all the visible hair, I've struggled with my…read moreshaggy brows over the years, I don't have the gift to do this myself and my experience at various "highly rated" places that specialized in brows were mixed: 70% of the time I was happy, 30% of the time I left with cartoon lady-brows. I've been on the hunt for exactly what Fabiola (an actual licensed esthetician - swoon) at BB did: assess the facial shape, draw some lines before removing anything, and offer multiple opportunities for feedback and tweaking (I had no notes, she nailed it). I booked online which was a breeze. Paperwork when I arrived took just a few minutes, and I was glad to see them ask the questions they did before any treatments. Parking in this part of LJ can be tricky depending on day/time so plans for that. Fellas: stop tweezing that crooked mess your ex-gf "shaped" for you and visit Fabiola.

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B Lash Studio

4.8(82 reviews)

0.1 mi•La Jolla

Billie is so sweet and so professional! After going to a previous lash place, where I felt like my…read morelashes were always falling out on me. I was so super happy to find B lash studio!!! The studio space is clean and pretty and the chair you lay in is super cozy too!!!

My lashes looked wonderful at first but am disappointed with my overall results. Some of my lashes…read moreare sitting crooked and they feel pretty dry so mascara isn't looking the best. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this service.

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Lashbar - La Jolla

4.8(68 reviews)

2.8 mi

10/10! First note, the workplace was clean and spacious. Sicorra was excellent with explaining the…read moreprocess and giving me the exact look I wanted. I will be returning and would definitely recommend!

I've been going to LashBar for years and have been seeing Anralina for over six years. She is…read moreincredibly professional, highly skilled, and always makes every appointment a comfortable, relaxing experience. She is consistently meticulous with her work, and I never leave disappointed. LashBar La Jolla is always clean, welcoming, and beautifully maintained. Everyone I've seen there has been great, but Anralina has definitely become my go-to. Scheduling appointments is easy, and the membership and payment plans are straightforward. Unfortunately, I recently had to cancel my membership after developing a sensitivity, likely to the lash adhesive. The team was very understanding and genuinely tried to help troubleshoot the cause of my reaction and accommodate my needs. Overall, I've truly loved my experience at LashBar and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for beautiful, consistent lash services and excellent customer care.

Keratin lash lift

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Luxury Lash Boutique

4.5(101 reviews)

0.3 mi•La Jolla

I recently moved from Hawaii to San Diego and decided to try lash extensions for the first time, so…read moreI booked an appointment here. It's safe to say that from the moment I walked in, I fell in love! Heather and Bella are not only the most attentive, sweet, and professional lash techs, but they are also truly dedicated to helping you achieve your perfect results. I've been going to Bella since October and, without fail, I get endless compliments on my lashes. I was even in surgery once and the nurses told me they had been admiring my lashes while I was under! Not only do they give you the most beautiful lashes, but they also make you feel like family. I get so excited every time I have an appointment. Definitely recommend!

I received a facial and a lash lift & tint from Bella in May 2025 & my lashes still look good a…read moremonth & half later. I suffer from alopecia & I wasn't sure how my lashes would respond to this treatment. I'm pleasantly surprised at how well they looked & they remain looking beautiful. Bella explained the process each step along way. Bella has been my go to esthetician for facials for over a year. She has helped my dry mature skin to glow again. I'm glad she suggested the lash lift & tint to me. Bella is a talented lash artist & great at giving facials. The boutique is adorable inside and has a good energy to it.

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The Pretty Box

4.8(49 reviews)

0.1 mi•La Jolla

After I got my first set of lashes done in San Francisco. It wasn't even a week yet and they…read morestarted to look a lot thinner. I found this place on Yelp and decided to set up an appointment. I told Fria that I got a natural set of lashes (every other lash had an extension) and that I wanted a fuller look. After explaining to her what I wanted, she knew exactly what would fit the built of my lashes. I am so happy how they turned out!!! I was a bit anxious about the adhesive because I had a pretty bad tearing reaction when I got them done in San Francisco. But the adhesive that Fria uses gave me no tearing or sensitivity at all!! Even though I just got my lash extensions done in San Francisco, Fria informed me that most of my lash extensions were grown out and sparse. So she had to remove some of them and it was completely painless! Here is a list to why I gave this place five stars -easy to make an appointment - reasonable prices (also the $119 promotion for any type of lash extensions is a great deal) - the adhesive does not harm or irritate my sensitive eyes - Fria is very quick and gentle on my lashes - clean place - they use faux mink lash extensions that feel so light and comfortable (doesn't even feel like I have them on) - the protection pads they use for my under eyes during application peeled off very easily after I was finished with my session. - My lashes look so natural, full, and are exactly what I wanted. - they tell you what kind of adhesive they use (cyanoacrylate). Unlike the lash extension place in San Francisco who told me they don't give out the name or ingredients used in their adhesive. It has been about 10 minutes since my application and so far I feel no sensitivity. My lashes feel as light as a feather. As opposed to my first set of lashes, which gave me immediate discomfort and a "dry-eye" feeling. If you are ever in San Francisco, don't go to LASH LAb despite their reviews. The Pretty Box gives you the lash extension experience that you should have. No discomfort, lashes that suit your eye shape and lash built, and quick application ( it didn't even take an hour for my full set of lashes). Thank you Fria! I'm definitely going to make an appointment with you soon again!

Fria is an absolute master at eyelash extensions! As a hairdresser in La Jolla, I had been…read moreskeptical of eyelash extensions after hearing clients horror stories. Then, I began to notice a trend..every client who went to Fria loved her and had beautiful extensions! I finally gave her a try and am so happy I did! She is quick, amazing, and affordable! I have received countless compliments on my lashes and am officially addicted! If you have ever considered lash extensions, you should definitely see Fria! I have sent many friends and clients to her and they all love her just as much as I do!

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San Diego Lashes

4.7(13 reviews)

0.6 mi•La Jolla

Highly recommend this studio! I had such a great experience here. I love my lashes! They are detail…read moreoriented and very patient. Everyone was so friendly and the space is clean, organized, and ADORABLE. If you're looking for a new studio in San Diego -- this is it.

ZERO STARS!!!! Extremely Disappointed - Poor Communication and Unprofessional Behavior…read more I was hoping to treat myself to a full set of eyelash extensions for Mother's Day and scheduled a same-day allergy patch test at 1:00 PM with San Diego Lashes in La Jolla, with the potential for a full set afterward. I had a past allergic reaction years ago, so I wanted to take the proper steps. Unfortunately, this experience was frustrating and deeply disappointing. First, the location is difficult to access due to heavy traffic and very limited parking in their small plaza. Then, at 12:24 PM, I received a text from Christina, the lash artist, asking if I could come at 1:30 PM instead. I texted back through their office number that I was running a bit late due to traffic, and they acknowledged they would let the artist know. I arrived at 1:34 PM. To my surprise, no one greeted me when I walked in. I waited alone in the lobby for five minutes before a young woman came out and casually asked if I was "waiting for someone." I explained I had an appointment for an allergy patch test with Christina and mentioned my past reaction. She asked if I knew the name of my lash artist, then said Christina would be "here soon" and walked away. By 1:38 PM, I texted Christina to let her know I'd been waiting. Around 1:40 PM, another client arrived and, unlike me, was greeted and seated. Christina finally arrived at 1:45 PM, appeared rushed, and took that other client back--not me. A few minutes later, she came back and told me that because my original appointment was at 1:00 PM and she hadn't received a confirmation from me about the time change, she had given my spot away and I'd need to reschedule. I was shocked. I reminded her that someone from the office texted me asking to come in at 1:30 PM and that I had responded through the official number. She brushed it off and said she didn't get confirmation directly, so she assumed I wasn't coming. No follow-up, no clarification--just poor communication all around. She offered to rebook, but by then I was already upset by the way the situation was handled. What upset me most was not just the miscommunication, but the lack of basic courtesy: no greeting when I arrived, no clear update that my appointment wouldn't be honored, and then being talked about with sarcasm and laughter by the lash artist in the back room while I was still sitting there. That was incredibly unprofessional and disrespectful. This was my first--and definitely last--experience with San Diego Lashes. There are plenty of lash studios that are organized, respectful, and value their clients. I recommend looking elsewhere if you expect basic professionalism and communication. To all the mothers out there--Happy Mother's Day. I hope your day went better than mine.

Damage Free Lash Lift that will actually help your natural lashes GROW !

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Garnet Lash Studios

Certified professionals

Jess is incredible! I moved from LA to San Diego recently and was stressed about finding a lash…read moreartist. I'm so glad I found Jess at Garnet! She is a true professional and really wants you to be happy with your lashes. It's easy to book with her and always a relaxing and fun visit. Plus the space at Garnet is really welcoming. I've purchased several gifts from the fun products out front!

Ashtyn was amazing!!! I got my eyebrows laminated and tinted and my lashes tinted and permed! I…read moreloved the results!!

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Hour Lashes - Clairemont

4.8(128 reviews)

4.6 mi•Clairemont

Exceptional! Lash looks so nice and it's lasting longer than expected!!! Love it! Highly…read morerecommended.

This place is wonderful. Unlike a salon that offers lash extensions along with nails, hair, facials…read moreetc, lashes are exclusively what they do. And that's what you want when you are having a delicate procedure. Very happy with the prices and the service. Grace is both friendly and professional

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Nails by"Yuki"@HourLashes

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Nails by Yuki@HourLashes

Charm Nails

Lovely shop with a beautiful relaxed atmosphere and the staff is outstanding. I will definitely be…read moreback again. The hot stone massage on my legs was Amazing!!! Highly recommend. I will be back again!

I really wanted to love this place because I live in the neighborhood and prefer supporting local…read moresalons. Unfortunately, this was my second disappointing experience, and this time was much worse. I noticed right after I left that my nails didn't look great, but I definitely didn't expect them to start chipping the same day. The gel was already missing on two nails, and one nail that was broken when I came in was just filed down with gel applied over it instead of being properly repaired. It broke again shortly after. After only a week, I ended up going back to my regular nail salon to have the entire gel manicure redone because the quality just wasn't there. I don't usually leave negative reviews, but I was really disappointed, especially after giving this salon a second chance. I was hoping to find a great local spot, but unfortunately this wasn't it. Not worth it. Unsure how they have great reviews.

Nails by Petty

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Lashes By Fria

5.0(2 reviews)

0.2 mi•La Jolla

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Fria is super sweet and awesome!!! Love love the lashes once its done... She's great at what she…read moredoes :)

Fria is an amazing artist with delicate hands. She did my lashes in under an hour and they are…read morebeautifully done. I have very stubborn Asian hair that is very straight naturally, but after Fria worked her magic my lashes are full, curved up, opening my eyes. It really changed my look..and the best part is that I wake up looking camera ready everyday. After having them done again here in Vegas by someone else, I was very disappointed with the outcome after being spoiled by Fria's work..definitely going to make a trip out of coming out to San Diego just to get my lashes done by Fria.

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Jennie B.

4 years ago

My skin has changed so much since getting Johanah's advice. I am forever grateful for her expertise, and will never go to anyone else with skin concerns. The products she recommends aren't crazy expensive either! She's approachable, knowledgeable, and so down to earth. Everything you could want in an esthetician. She takes great care to follow up with her clients and is so excited for them to see results too! 10/10 recommend. I can't thank you enough Jo! read more

Nadia P.

6 years ago

Going to Johana is by far the best decision I could've ever made for my skin. She really knows what she is talking about and cares about the health of my skin in the long run as opposed to just asking something trendy. After I went to her, I didn't have a pimple in site for a solid 2 months and then only a few hormonal pimples during the the third month. read more

Jeffrey V.

7 years ago

Johanah is amazing in every way. My skin has dramatically improved in only just a few appts at her new office! Her best quality is that she genuinely loves her job and cares about each individual customer. She is the best esthetician in SoCal! read more

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