This review is overdue, but it needs to be done. Long story short, a few years ago when masks were mandatory, I knew very little about skincare and how to treat my skin. Understanding my skin is oily, but not understanding what that means and what products I needed, I began to get cystic acne. This left HORRIBLE scarring. I did multiple rounds of microneedling (3) and multiple rounds of Opus (2) , with only some progress with my skin - and they were painful procedures + horrible downtime. Fast forward to the beginning of Summer 2025. I had the pleasure of meeting Rachel at the beginning of the summer. I expressed my concerns, and listened to her recommendations; Three rounds of super injector microneedling. I was pleasantly surprised when Rachel told me what to expect and what the down time looks like. I started my first session in June, then again in July and lastly in August. I moved overseas in September, so time was of the essence! Downtime was almost none. Pain? None. I didn't even use numbing cream, that's the best part! During the appointment, Rachel used products to prep my skin both BEFORE and AFTER the microneedling. The first session I actually fell asleep, and i'm so grateful that Rachel didn't mind my snoring!! So knowledgeable, professional, kind, and truly passionate about her work. I'm not sure any other esthetician will top this, for me. I'll be sure to come back any chance I get to visit home. Pictures are labeled.. before treatment, after first treatment, after second treatment and after third treatment.. With consistent skincare, my face has been glowing!!!!! Thank you Rachel, for rebuilding my confidence. read more

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I've been seeing Esme on Instagram for months now. I dropped major hints to hubby for this past Christmas. I had the absolute top of the line elite service of the Korean Scalp Facial. It is very beautiful and inviting inside. The wall is marble (or look alike) and there is a small sitting area to the right as you walk in and the wall is attractively showcasing their skin care line. The hallway is pretty long and each room was equipped with all their tools and products. Makayla was very nice. She was also very knowledgable with everything scalp and skin. She did my entire face and scalp facial. At the very beginning, she loosened up my scalp with a scrape brush and used the microscopic light to magnify my scalp. OMG I can't believe how much care my scalp needed. I had a very relaxing facial. She massaged my décolletage, washed my scalp and hair. I was also given a warm eye mask scented with lavender. She also had a foot/leg warmer and massager. This was amazing!! Everything was wonderful. I could see the huge difference it made when she used the microscopic laser again! She came back with green tea and cookies. All this is $350. On the services menu it shows this package is 2.5 hours. I was a bit sad when she told me she was finished and it had only been 2.25 hours. I absolutely am thrilled and happy with this experience. I welcome any and all gift certificates for Esme. Would I continue to pay for these experiences? Maybe once in a blue moon, or even for a special event, I don't think I could afford it consistently. I would definitely recommend coming here!! read more

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Stop and read -- if you are on the fence about where to go for your next treatment go to Esme and see Rachel! She is amazing!!! After giving birth my skin has become my worst enemy. I have tried everything from changing my diet, to working out, going to see other estheticians and even dermatologists. When I first heard of DMK and its benefits, I was hesitant since nothing has worked thus far, but also thought, what could it hurt, I've tried everything else! I waited to leave a review because I wanted to have at least two or three sessions before I could leave an honest review. So here it goes, broken up into first impressions, to my current impression. First impression - I was pleased with everything from the beginning. As soon as you walk into the studio, the place is clean, and welcoming! You are quickly welcomed by one of the staff members and they make you feel at home. If you have any questions prior or after your treatment, Rachel takes the time to explain everything. I was escorted to the room I would be getting my treatment and after I changed and got situated, Rachel came in and let me know EXACTLY what we would be doing in that session (the other sessions were the same)! I started with DMK and after that, I followed it by a Hydrafacial and let me tell you, I loved everything about this. I don't know the exact science behind DMK, but the tightening and pulsating mask followed by a Hydrafacial is what I look forward to every month now. Current Impression - I've had two sessions of DMK and 2 Hydrafacials, as well as Morpheus to help my acne scars and it honestly has been life changing. My skin feels better, and I won't lie and say I don't breakout at all anymore, but I definitely don't break out as often and when I do breakout, the DMK products that Rachel recommended help pull out all that excess sebum and my pimples become something I can tackle head on. The thing I appreciate the most is that Rachel was honest from the beginning, she told me to trust the process and although she can do everything for me during my sessions, I need to do my part at home. I LOVE the DMK products. I have tried SK II, skinceuticals, La Mer, Cerave, Cetaphil, Lancome, you name it, but these products are my absolute favorite. It's up to you whether you want to give it a try, but your skin is always the best investment in my opinion. I loved Esme so much, I gifted my friend a facial for her wedding, and she has already made another appointment to go back. I can't wait to go back in next month, and the months after that! read more

Such a cute gem! KD and Italia were very polite and professional at recommending me the proper skincare regimen. Will definitely be back. read more

Good service. Friendly people. Easy to make an appointment. Went with a friend and they did an amazing job. Can't wait to have my service done read more

Esmé Esthetic Studio is absolutely amazing. Rachel is so patient and understanding with my skin needs. She evaluated my skin first to give me the right skincare treatment. I loved getting the DMK facial my skin felt so clean afterwards. During the treatment Rachel made sure to explain step by step what she was doing I really appreciated that. I suffered from acne around my chin area and over time developed scars, Rachel recommended Morpheous8 which is like micro needling that can help reduce scar appearances. She applied numbing cream on me beforehand and during the procedure I felt no pain. Afterwards recovery wasn't much I was not bleeding or tender. My skin just felt a little sun burnt but after 3 days my skin pretty much went back to normal. I also changed my skin care routine with the amazing products I bought from Esmé and it has been a life changer. My skin has responded well with the DMK products and I have been consistent with how I use it and has made such a difference on my skin. I also had laser hair removal done and the machine Rachel uses I felt no pain on my armpits and legs! I was so shocked because I've heard from my other friends that it was a painful procedure. I am so pleased and happy with my experience here at Esmé I will be returning monthly to get my facials done as well as other treatments. I learned from Rachel that you can't get perfect skin after one treatment trust the process and being consistent is key. read more

Esme Esthetic Studio - Medical Spas Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia