I stumbled upon Essy and can't believe I didn't meet her sooner! I always go in for a Brazilian, and sometimes tummy trial. From amazing energy and vibes, to the least painful experience I've ever had, she will forever be my girl. Make sure you schedule ahead because she's so good so she's so popular! read more

Essy is the absolute best. I had been waxing for years - maybe 6 years - and it's as if the universe (and the Yelpers who leave esthetician names in their reviews) - knew that waxing was never the right solution for me. And that's when I discovered Essy and her sugaring magic. I had never gone to someone who cared so deeply about what she was doing in the space of skincare/hair removal/self care. In fact, it was Essy who very wisely taught me that sugaring IS self care. Something I had never honestly thought about. She's so kind, lovely and I genuinely look forward to my appointments every time. I cannot recommend Brave enough. It will absolutely be the best decision you ever make for yourself. The space is so calming - amazing vibes all around. And Essy is just the best. Period. read more

Essy is absolutely wonderful and I will follow her everywhere for my sugaring needs :) She makes you feel comfortable throughout the experience and is such a fun person to vibe with during what can be a relatively awkward time. Her location has ample and easy parking and her prices are so reasonable. I can't recommend her enough! read more

Essy is literally the BEST!! Not only is her energy one of a kind, but so is her dedication to her clients. She remembers details about how you like your service, and genuinely cares for you and how you're doing. She has given me many laughs while going through personal things in my life. She always makes sure I'm comfortable during the service, and is truly great at what she does! Her studio is so cute & in a great location (I love a business that has parking!!). I will never go to anyone else as long as I'm in SD. I neverrrr write reviews but I highly suggest supporting her business, you definitely won't regret it read more

I cannot recommend Essy enough! From the very first appointment, she made me feel completely at ease--even though I was super nervous and had no idea what to expect. She's incredibly professional, yet so warm, funny, and down-to-earth that it feels like you're chatting with a friend the whole time. Her technique with sugaring is amazing--she explains everything clearly, checks in with you throughout, and creates such a comfortable and welcoming vibe. I've never felt awkward or uneasy, and that says a lot when it comes to something as personal as hair removal. Essy is truly a gem in every way. If you've been considering sugaring, don't hesitate--100% recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and kind aesthetician who makes the whole experience smooth (literally and figuratively)! read more

I am not a stranger to sugar waxing but not a frequent client to sugaring however, this appointment made me feel more comfortable and confident about sugaring more now that summer is around the corner! I highly recommend going to Essy because she was very friendly and professional! I usually dread sugaring appointments but Essy made it painless and quick! read more

Essy is the best of the best. 1000% recommend coming here. Great service, vibe and ambiance.

Whether it's your first time getting sugared or your hundredth, Essy makes you feel so comfortable during the entire appointment. 15-20 minutes feel like 2 because we are always yapping about what's happened since the last time I saw her. I've never had an issue with scheduling and I always make sure I see her before I head off to a rave or my next adventure. If you're on the fence about booking, just do it! You won't regret it (: read more

I've been coming to Essy for about two years now! Love her! She is absolutely sweet, and if there's ever an issue with availability she works with you. Thanks to her I've seen a difference. Love catching up with her, she's also my therapist (venting sessions included). Best sugarist ever! read more

I had my eyebrows waxed by Essy, and it turned out so well that my sister asked if I filled in my brows! She took her time with both waxing and plucking to shape the perfect look, and her attention to detail was exceptional. I've never experience such precision and dedication during an eyebrow waxing before. I highly recommend her! She will make you feel comfortable and relaxed! read more

I've been seeing Essy every 4 weeks for years now, and I truly couldn't imagine going to anyone else for my sugaring appointments. She makes the entire process feel so comfortable and effortless. From the moment you walk in, she puts you at ease with her warm personality and professional demeanor. The appointments always fly by because she's just that good--quick, efficient, and so sweet. Essy is not only incredibly skilled at what she does, but she also genuinely cares about her clients. If you're looking for someone who makes you feel completely comfortable and does an amazing job every single time, Essy is your girl! read more

Omg essy is the best!! Always making me feel so welcome and comfortable! I love our convos during my visit!! And ESSY YOU GOT THIS GIRL!!!

I've seen Essy for sugaring for over a year now and hands down, she's the best. Her procedure's quick and comfortable, definitely emphasized by her caring personality and welcoming suite. Additionally, she has a little assortment of fidget toys available for all my anxious or low pain tolerance people !! read more

Essy has such a good space, I feel so comfortable and at ease when I'm there. She's genuinely such a kind human and consistently does amazing work. read more

Literally the best!!! Essy is friendly and puts you at ease. A great experience for scared or neurodivergent girlies. Quickest and cleanest wax I've ever had as well. Once I found Essy, I knew I was never going to anyone else! read more

Literally the only person I would let wax me! Essy puts you at ease and makes the entire process so comfortable. 10/10 no notes.

Essy is that girl. She's been my sugarist for years, and somehow makes one of the most vulnerable services feel like sacred, hilarious ritual. She's fast, intuitive, kind, and has this grounded energy that makes you feel like your body isn't just tolerated- it's welcomed. I've shown up to her table in every state: emotional wreck, post-breakup spiral, full glam, completely feral and she's met me with the same steady, no judgment care every time. Now she's got her own space, and honestly? It's about time. She deserves it. You deserve it. Book her. Your body and your nervous system will thank you read more

Honestly, I couldn't ask for a better person to help me get back into my waxing routine. I always walk out of my appointment feeling 10x better. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for top tier service with a side of good vibes! read more

10000/10 everytime! Not only is her personality so fun but she's so passionate about her craft. She is so gentle and gets every hair possible. Waxing is generally a tense appointment but Essy makes it the total opposite. read more

There are so many amazing things I can say about working with Essy but let the photo speak for itself! She IS THE QUEEN OF THE EYEBROW GAME. As someone whose eyebrows have basically been nonexistent for years she has made mine look perfect and full with tinting laminating shaping and a dash of love. She makes sugar appointments fun painless and easy. I've never been more consistent in scheduling appointments than I am with Essy. Do yourself a favor and test her out! You will be amazed! Brave vibes all around!! read more

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I've been seeing Essy for a while now and honestly, I can't imagine going to anyone else for sugaring!!!!! She's so incredibly kind, warm, genuine, rad, just all the positivity a person can bring. She makes you feel totally at ease, and is your hype girl the whole session. Her attention to detail is always on point, and you can tell she genuinely cares about her clients. Her space is so cute, clean, and welcoming, and the whole vibe is just easy and comfortable. Highly recommend if you're looking for sugaring or any other esthetician services who's not only great at what they do, but also makes the experience feel effortless. Thank you, Essy! read more

Essy is the bessttt! I've been seeing her for years and seriously can't imagine going to anyone else. She makes the whole process quick and easy and she's super detail oriented. No hairs left behind LOL. Plus she's so easy to talk to. Her new space is cute and welcoming. I couldn't be happier for her!! read more

Whew let's be honest, no one bounces out of bed overly excited to get sugared. It's more of a necessity and a non-negotiable must, at least for me. That being said, because of that it really does matter who you go to and how your experience is because it's something most of us do every single month. I've been getting sugared for over 15 years so I've been to a bunch of different people and I can honestly say Essy takes the cake with the ripe red juicy cherry on top. I won't be dramatic and say it's super "fun" because you're removing hair I mean, come on. BUT it's the closest thing to fun I've ever had when getting sugared. Essy has this relaxing chill vibe that instantly puts you at ease coupled with a positive-vibey slash zen type of energy that makes you feel like you're at a spa, even though you're getting your hair ripped out haha. I highly recommend booking an appointment ASAP before she books up and if you're not in the area, yes it's worth the drive! read more

Essy is the BEST possible option for sugaring, she"ll take AMAZING care of you and energy is 10/10

ESSY IS THE BESSTTTTTT she is so sweet and great at what she does! You can feel 1000% secure to book with her, she will get you right quickly and happily! read more

Essy is the bomb.com!! She has the best energy and manages to make you feel comfortable within moments. I've been getting sugared regularly for over 10 years and honestly Essy is truly the sweetest and best aesthetician I've ever had. She's hilarious and will take amazing care of you - I genuinely look forward to our catch ups during my appointments! read more

Essy is so wonderful! I've been going to her for over two years for my Brazilians and each time I go she's always in the best mood and is so comforting. Her technique is unique in that I don't leave feeling horribly sore or overly sensitive and she also will ask how I am throughout the sesh to make sure I don't need breaks. I usually wait over 6 weeks to reschedule my appointments and even then I don't feel like the pain level is anything horrible because her technique is so good and I can't say that about other sugaring people I've been too in the past. Overall I'm in love with her seriously, book her neow! read more

Make sure to book with Essy! Essy has been my sugarist since day one and I will never go to anyone else. She always gets me right! Best surgarist there is! read more