I had lip blushing done with Kelly and unfortunately it was not a very good experience. First, she…read moreput on the numbing agent but then didn't come back for 45 minutes and it was all completely inactive by then. I felt everything fully and it was excruciatingly painful. I kept telling her that it was too painful and she just seemed inconvenienced rather than concerned. In the end, the color wasn't any different than my regular lip color, and I definitely like an all-natural, subtle look so for me to feel that way says something. The main draw of the blushing for me was to line just outside the lips to make them look fuller but she didn't even do that. When I asked her about it, she told me we would do that in a second session but when I booked and spoke about the procedure with her, I was never told I would have to come back for a second session. It was so incredibly painful and with lackluster results that I just never came back. It ended up being a waste of my money, time, and a LOT of pain.

I feel so lucky to have found Kelly! This was my first experience getting permanent make up done…read moreand I am thrilled with Kellys work. She is super sweet, detailed and she provided me with the most beautiful, natural looking results which I could not love more! I had my eyebrows microbladed , lashline eyeliner, lip blush and my brown sunspots removed from my face with the plasma pen. I feel like 20 years younger , I'm absolutely in love with everything she did but my brows are my very favorite. It's so nice to wake up every morning and look in the mirror with eyebrows on ! No more having to paint them on everyday and worry about my eyebrows sweating off at the gym! My only regret is that I wish I would have had my eyebrows microbladed sooner . I have been filling my eyebrows in for many years , I had no idea how great this would be ! Don't wait another minute , just go see Kelly and let her work her magic!

Corrine is amazing. She's professional. She's a perfectionist. She's fun to talk to. She did lip…read morecolor for me that came out perfect in every way. I'm delighted!

Hi! I did my eyebrows with Corinne 3 weeks ago…read more And I'm so happy with the results of my eyebrows. I always had a hard time with my eyebrows, there were few spots that I had no hair in my eyebrows and I used to put make up on. But it was horrible, I'm horrible of taking care and doing this kind of stuff. After I made my eyebrows with Corinne, I'm feeling much better about them. I don't need to put make up every morning, and I feel great about the shape and everything! Thank you so much Corinne! I really appreciate your work! it was nice to meet you!

I recently had my eyebrows done at Faces by TJ and I could not be happier. I am still going through…read morethe healing phase and what normally would have created a some concerns, I have none. What I loved about my experience is that she explained everything before, during and after the procedure. She was reassuring and such a PERFECTIONIST, which I LOVE! lol The shape of my brows are so beautiful and I am filled with such gratitude of her business acumen. I plan to go back in a few weeks to have eyeliner and lip contour done. I highly recommended Faces By TJ and will to all my friends. Thanks TJ!!!

TJ is DA BOMB!! My…read moreeyebrows look perfect! I can't even believe it myself. I was somewhat terrified of doing the brows because I didn't want it to look overwhelming. It's so natural looking, it's incredible. TJ is an RN and I used to work in the cosmetic field -- she is on top of her game, people! Get it done right the first time. You don't want to deal with infections and her technique is practically painless.

Sonia is an absolutey amazing at what she does . I have never felt more confident in my brows than…read moreI do now. The shape, color, and symmetry are absolutely perfect. I have used numerous brow artists in the past, but none compare to the level of skill and precision that Sonia possesses. Not only is Sonia incredibly talented, but she is also professional and fun to be around. Her studio is so cute and clean. I have never had to worry about last-minute cancellations or less then perfect results. She takes immense pride in her work and goes above and beyond to exceed expectations. She's amazing at lash tints, brow laminating, lip blushing and micro blading too. I cannot recommend Sonia enough. If you are in Santa Cruz county and looking for a brow artist who will transform your brows into a work of art, look no further. Trust me, once you experience bare brows you will never want to go to anyone else. Thank you, Sonia, for giving me the best natural lashes & brows !

Highly recommend Sonia for your lash tint and lift. I was in town for my wedding and booked an…read moreappointment with her. On the day of the appointment, there was a fallen tree and power line, and PG&E closed the street, blocking anyone from entering on foot or by car. Sonia knew that my appointment was for my wedding, and she diligently checked in all day to see when she could access her salon. She was finally able to get to the salon that evening, and generously offered to bring her equipment to the home I was staying in to do my lashes right away. I was very impressed by her dedication. As far as the quality of the work: I have straight, blonde lashes and Sonia lifted and tinted them perfectly. They looked great for the wedding and look just as great 10 days later. I can't wait to have Sonia do my lashes again next time I'm in Aptos.

When looking for a spa to cover all the services I was seeking I could not be more thrilled with my…read morefind!!!! Two experts in the same location. Staci recommended I do a lip filler when I originally had a consult for Botox.. which see said I didn't need ( I'm 50)! my lips! Erika and her brows.... she is absolutely amazing as well. They look natural & fabulous. Both ladies are fun, professional, super sweet AND talented. Even before the pandemic they wore masks, gloves, super detailed in cleaning & disinfecting... (I'm an RN, I know these things).. Can't wait to see these ladies again soon!!!

Erika at Pure Beauty Esthetics is very professional and very kind. I am at the age where my…read morewrinkles and lines tend to bleed my lipstick and lost my eyebrows due to age. She made me beautiful with permanent make-up, eyebrows and lips. She matched my lipstick color perfectly. So now I look all made up even when I get out of bed! It's terrific! I love Erika and the work she does.

I had a haircut done by Judy I really disliked, she cut my hair multiple inches shorter than i…read moreasked even when I repeated to her at the beginning I barely wanted anything off and just to do the treatment. Theres no way she can justify that my hair was dead enough to warrant that bc i had gotten a haircut from her a couple months before and she noted I had very healthy hair. Very disappointed she decided to turn my hair into something she wanted and completely disrespect my decision. I have been growing my hair for years and for her to cut it so that it is shorter than it was a whole year ago when i wanted half an inch of really sucks. Do not go to Judy if you Don't want her to cut multiple more inches than you ask for. I really thought she was a good hairdresser at first but now I have no trust in her and would not come back.

Heather is FANTASTIC! If i could give more than five stars I would! I've gone to her twice now for…read moremy eyebrow waxing and have been more than satisfied with results. With previous estheticians, I have had my skin ripped with their wax, but Heather uses high quality wax while maintaining very affordable prices. She is very knowledgeable about her practice and willing to answer any questions you may have. An extra bonus is how sweet and welcoming she is! I will be coming back and recommending to friends and family :)

When I found out I was contraindicated due to pregnancy, they were very gracious with me. I was a…read morelittle impatient, because hormones, but all in all they were kind and communicative. Which is something I value. Their work speaks for itself, and I am very excited to schedule once I am able! Great first impression. Side note, office is clean and smells beautiful.

After searching and screening and looking over portfolios of countless microblading places between…read moreSanta Cruz and Sacramento, I have to say Marily has the most consistently perfect work I've ever seen. She was meticulous, took her time, happily met with me for TWO consultations before hand so that I could not only have my every question answered, but also could confer with her about what specifically I wanted, what my concerns were, what I *didn't* want, and what I liked. She has *more training*, from a multitude of places, than anyone else I saw. The shop is immaculately clean, and she's professional but personable and friendly. My eyebrows are FABULOUS and it's a game changer. Seriously. You will be so glad you went to her!!! Her initial cost also includes *two sessions*, the second of which is a "perfection session". This allows her to do more stroke closer together, and also use a second slightly darker color so that my brows came out multidimensional and natural!!! I didn't see this service anywhere else. And then afterwards you have a discount for yearly touch ups. The search is over: you've found the best around!! If you don't live in the area, I'd seriously consider making a trip to see her. Do not settle for less. Honestly I have no idea why people aren't racing to write her reviews, but, she has a huge portfolio on Instagram that you can check out! Thanks Marily!!!!

Marie is an exceptional esthetician. I highly recommend her for skin care. She is personable, and…read moretalented and incorporates massage as well as giving a fabulous facial!

I just had my first, of what I hope will be many, Epicuran facials with Marie. The whole experience…read morewas outstanding. Marie was caring without being smothering, she was unrushed which added to my own relaxation. Her touch was perfect and healing, her products were outstanding. She was sensitive to the discomforts of extractions, knowledgable, and generous of spirit. When I accidentally underpaid her, she handled it professionally, kindly, and directly, exactly as I would have preferred. She has a line of products I love, but she was never pushy or trying to "upsell." Her dog is adorable. The space is clean and airy and warm and I enjoyed her art that made it more beautiful. I'm glad Marie found her calling and that I found Marie.