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    Beauty Essentials

    4.9 (28 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Immediately after combo facial and lash extensions
    Clarity C.

    I highly recommend Icy as both an esthetician and as a person - she is very kind and also knows how to treat my skin in a way that knows that it is being pampered. I have combination skin with acne on my forehead that gets worse when I have unhealthy sleep schedules and having good facials and skincare keeps my skin glowing. So far I have tried the carbon laser facial and the combination facial and am going to try hydradermabrasion next (I prefer the combination facial out of the two because Iasers make me a little nervous). I have fallen asleep from how comfortable the studio is and Icy's massages are incredibly relaxing. I really cannot say enough about how nice the lash extensions (I got the hybrid lashes) look. I have gotten so many compliments from friends and I love how relatively low maintenance it is (I would probably advise purchasing a lash comb, satin pillowcases, and maintaining good daily lash hygiene for best results and to avoid stinging from buildup of dust from sleep). Thanks for always taking care of me Icy!

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    Veronica B.

    Thank you Icy for such a great facial today! I came in wanting extractions, and Icy did exactly what I wanted AND some. I could tell right away that she cared about her work, her clients, and cleanliness. It really felt like the focus of the facial was my skin, not the products (though I will say my skin has been GLOWING the whole day since). I cannot wait to come back and heal my skin barrier with Icy. UPDATE (a little over one week since my facial): my skin has drastically improved - I've attached a picture from before my facial and from one week after. I could not be happier. I will be going in on Friday for nanoneedling for scar removal.

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    They use all shiseido product for the facial. And clean facility, friendly staff. I'd recommend the place.

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    4 months ago

    Icy and Ling Ling are fantastic, my face condition looks much better now and I would recommend everyone to come !!

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    2 years ago

    Icy is so patient & helpful! The store is such a calming environment. My mom has enjoyed coming here for years.

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    Icy is the best. Great facials. Highly recommend. She cares deeply about her clients and is always on time.

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    Icy gives a great facial. She is very professional and meticulous. The salon is pleasant and very clean. I also buy Shiseido products here.

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    From start to finish, everyone we spoke to and received spa services from was amazing…read more My sister opted for a spa day before her wedding instead of doing a bachelorette party. Her only request was a hydro facial and deep tissue massage at the same place. I found this spa offered both services and my mom and I decided to take her here. My mom called to schedule the services and I called for more information about facials and recommendations for my eczema and sensitive skin. I found out the day we requested might not have an esthetician available, but Jenny and Tiffany texted us and really helped try to find a good time and day that would work. They figured out how to schedule both sets of services so they would work with just one esthetician and made it feel very smooth. I ended up getting the City Life facial with Kim plus the lymphatic drainage add on. She was wonderful!! From start to finish, I knew I was in great care. I also got a deep tissue massage with Sammy and she was just as wonderful. I left feeling incredibly relaxed and I know my sister did too. She said she fell asleep during her massage ‍ Thank you for all your help and care!

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