Great massage. Went in for a deep tissue massage. Beware rhe little Thai girl...she can massage way deeper than her size would leave you to believe. Best deep tissue massage I've ever had. Great friendly staff, clean and sterile rooms and an incredible value for the cost. Definitely recommend! read more

A great massage and facial. What I needed when I needed it. Looking forward to my next session.

Had a great massage by Brian C It was a pleasure to meet you , looking forward to scheduling my next appointment with you. read more

My facial with Marta was outstanding! Wow, what a difference! Definitely reduced fine lines on my face.

My massage today with Alexa was amazing. I booked an hour deep tissue and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. I really appreciate a great massage. I highly recommend Alexa for a massage. Thank you! Patti read more

If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. My friend went to Essentials for a facial with Marita, and during the session, Marita asked her to remove her David Yurman 18k bracelet. My friend didn't see where Marita put it because she took it off for her. The bracelet was sentimental and now it's missing. My friend filed a police report, but nothing has been done. Marta should own up to taking the bracelet and return it. My friend might have made a mistake by letting her take it off, but she was just trying to be polite. This situation is incredibly upsetting, and Marta should apologize and return the bracelet or face consequences. This needs to be investigated thoroughly as it's possible she's done this to others too. read more

Essentials Massage & Facial - David yurman 18k bracelet - Skin Care Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

Katelyn was my massage therapist today and she was great ! Very friendly, nice pressure, not to hard, nit too soft. It was easy to get an appointment, very convenient online scheduling. Will definitely go back. read more

I've gone to Essentials for a few years, It really has gotten so much better and Shelli is So amazing!!! I will definitely be going back more often to see Shelli with my back and neck issues I've been dealing with for years. read more

Very clean and professional. Stewart had just the right amount of pressure and was mindful of my shoulder injury. My husband got one too and said (other than he wished he would have asked for more pressure,) it was great. We did a couples message for his birthday. read more

Had Alexis for 90 minutes and she was terrific. Tireless and strong for the duration. Good attitude and intuitive sense of how relax this old and tired body. The spa itself is without frills but clean and well maintained. Good value. read more

Always a great experience getting a massage at Essentials. I usually get a relaxation massage but today I got a Thai massage from Dream. I've had a lot of sore muscles pain - overuse and age-related. All I can say is 'wow'. Dream is so knowledgable and personable. read more

For the second time in a row. They called less than an hour before the appointment and canceled. They overbooked or something. There is no care about customer service anymore. Just give us your money and take what you get. Never do business with these people. read more

Sara was great! I had the relaxation massage and am already to book with her again. She was very attentive to any areas I had issues with and conscientious on the amount of pressure, etc. highly recommend! read more

Absolutely perfect facial. I have TMJ and my facial I had today was a great headache and pain relief. I nearly fell asleep, I was so relaxed. They seek Image products here, and I'm in love with that product line, so I was really really excited to get a facial with all of their products, my skin feels so amazing now! Next time I visit my parents, I will definitely be back! read more

Essentials Massage & Facial - Skin Care Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

I've never had a better massage than what Maricruz delivers. That's why I keep going back to her. She focuses on the areas that I express are in need of some extra attention. The room is beautiful and the soft meditation music sets the mood. I love that place! read more

I had scheduled myself for a prenatal massage . I was long overdue and having a lot of back pain. It was a very awkward for me with inappropriate comments towards a woman that is happily pregnant . I was told how she's had so many prenatal massages in a week and how Florida is already way too populated . She told me how her sister lost her baby out of nowhere so you "just never know ". She said she could only help my sciatic pain by laying on my stomach, which isn't true because last time I had severe pain I was 7 months pregnant and laid on my side and another therapist was able to fix it. She talked for the entire 50 mins while leaning over me . I just wanted to relax and enjoy getting away for an hour , but it really left me more irritated than anything . I don't normally post, but I felt like I needed to so other pregnant women do not go here for a prenatal massage . Overall, the massage wasn't bad except for the inappropriate comments and non stop talking . My back pain is still pretty severe because I couldn't fully relax . read more

Mary Cruz is one of the therapist at Essentials Massage at 26th Street. I will wait until she has an opening because she is amazing. I have a knot in my upper back and she works on it and it's slowly decreasing and she is so kind and I just love her energy highly recommend the rest of the staff as well. They're all great. read more

Pleasant soothing atmosphere. Mindy was gentle where she needed to be (on my sunburn) and heavy handed where needed. read more

Essentials Massage & Facial - Skin Care Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

Had my first experience at a spa ever and they did not disappoint!!! I felt like a brand new person leaving Essentials. The front desk was kind and welcoming. Nicole was perfect with my message and a Jenna was outstanding with my facial. I will absolutely be back!!! read more

Essentials provide great massages for a good price. Pleasant front desk staff. Clean and relaxing atmosphere.

Therapist did not know my name or what service I was there for. Used my 90 minute session as a venting session along with cussing and including f-bombs. Never stopped talking. The over head fixture and a/c vent was black with filth. Would never go back and can't recommend this place to anyone! read more

I had a wonderful facial and massage here today by two very professional aestheticians. I was comfortable and felt so well cared for! I will come back! read more

Alexis did a fantastic job on my massage today. I feel more relaxed than I have in quite awhile after that.

I booked 3 services a month ahead on line and called to rebook due to storm only to find out they didn't have my appointment even though I had the name of the service woman Holly. Ok so they were able to REALLY book me and front desk girl was very accommodating, so that's how I came up with a 3 rating for that so far. Now for my services: I started with a bikini wax that was ABSOLUTELY terrible. As nice as Dream (my technicians name) was she lacks in her service. I asked to change to a BRAZILIAN and she apparently didn't understand. The wax was dry and pulled on my skin and the removal was painful. Next procedure was a Microbrasion facial which I live because of the machine extractions. She worked it form maybe 5 minutes and the product application didn't even feel like my skin was clean or pores opened. I have had MULTIPLE facials and decided on this place due to their reduced price ( I guess u get what u pay for) my face still shows white head and didn't glow at the finish. The final service, also with DREAM was a back facial. She scrubbed it and did seem to extract one pimple and I know I have many more and don't use the magnifying lamp on either facials. TOTAL time for all 3 services was 50 minutes when it usually takes an hour just for the face. In a positive note the total cost was $165 which isn't bad but would rather pay more to get more I will not be back. Dream was a "dream" in personality and said she was doing more than I ordered. read more

Excellent massage with Marie Burchell. Very knowledgeable, professional and kind. She immediately focused in on my problem area and gave me advice as to how to treat the problem. I have booked again for next week. read more

Andrew does such a great job with deep tissue massage relaxing my stressed muscles. When he's done I feel great!

I had to cancel an appointment for a massage. It was last minute (about 30 minutes before) so they told me I would be charged a $40 cancelation fee. First of all, I think that is a little hefty since the actual massage is only $50-$55 but this is my real problem with being charged. Not once, but TWICE, I have driven all the way to Essentials of Bradenton (about a 45 min round trip) only to get there and be told that my massage therapist did not show up and they could not get a hold of them. How come this is ok for them but not for us? How come my time and gas are not worth anything?? They offered me nothing either time to compensate me for my time. I barely got an apology but yet they can charge me almost the cost of the massage. The therapist had talked me into going every other week to work on some issues but that is not going to happen now. I will be taking that business somewhere else. read more

When I pay for an hour I want an hour. Not 45 minutes or even 30 minutes but an hour. I think this establisment's therapist are all fresh out of school and or simply lack experience. They really do not know what they are doing. I said "My head hurts. Primary focus back, neck." She wanted to "pull my hair". I said "OK but my primary is my back and neck. Lower upper the entire back and shoulders and neck." Said that three times at min. Music didn't work she stopped to take 5 minutes to try to make it work. I told her I didn't care as I lay there thinking will she rub my back? But no she spent time on my legs and feet. That is not what I wanted. Even at that the massage was light and it did nothing for me. She put a hot towel on my feet. I thought maybe my feet were dirty being I had been wearing sandals all day and I apologized. But no she was rubbing my feet with a wet towel. Anyone that knows me knows that is a big what the freaking hell do you think you are doing to me moment for me. I hate to be licked by dogs or any thing at that. I do not want to be wipped with a wet towel of any sort so image my disgust when she put a wet towel on my back and then covered it with a blanket. I get it they want to remove the oil but I assure you you can wipe oil off with a dry towel to. The massage itself was not great. I HATE and I mean HATE it when people use their arm and very slowly drag it down your back. It is rare I come across this and I hate it. That was the majority of my back which lasted 10 minutes. The majority of the massage was on my right leg and my right hand. NO idea why. I left in teh same shape I came in. AND it was more like a 35 minute massage and not an hour but I got charged for an hour. I wasn't going to say anything but I was honest when the receptionist asked how it was and I said "well my head still hurts and my back does. It was not what I wanted or thought it would be and that was not an hour." She said I should call the manager and let her know. I thought no point in it establishments like this do not care about one person. Then I got a water and came through the door to see her talking about me to the girl who was my "therapist" about me. That really pissed me off. So I sat down and waited for my significant other to come out from his massage. He went back at the same time and came out 15 minutes later than myself. HIs was much better in experience but he agrees the staff is severely under experienced. We will not be back His experience was decent and he was much more relaxed which is why I left two stars. I sincerley at this moment do not have a ton of money and certainly nothing to waist. So this was a treat for the two of us. Though I'm very happy he was taken care of I'm annoyed that I wasited my money on myself. read more

Dream was wonderful!!!! Thank you for a much improved facial skin and appearance!!! Knows what someone's shin needs and is glad to recommend a path of treatment that is right for you. read more

Message by Lisa Marie was wonderful. She tailored her message to my preferences. Facial by Dream was a new Hydro procedure I've never had before. Not as relaxing as a European facial but looks and felt very effective. read more

Highly recommend! Very friendly, professional staff, and a great massage.

Feel like myself again after spending a great afternoon here. Heidi is a pro at deep-tissue massage, and my back was crunchy from going without a massage during the Covid close-down. She did a great job working out the kinks, and I feel great! Had a hydro-facial with Dream. She is really passionate about skin, and pays great attention to detail--such a wonderful experience. So great to have such a professional and affordable spa conveniently located on 26th Street. read more

Love my facials with Dream! She is so knowledgeable and my skin is improving with each facial. She's awesome with nails, massage, or whatever you might need. Very professional business! read more

I had the massage therapist, Alexis, and she was amazing. Very professional very kind. I was nervous about strong smells of essential oil in the room or in the cream but that was not present the cream. She used was very mild, so I was really happy about that. I'll definitely be coming back and requesting Alexis again. read more

I worked with Aka st year the Adeep tissue massage was fair at best,I went back last week tip the women 20 percent 2 ,these people are cheap but not good it is not a professionally run business it is second rate at best. Do not waste your money here. read more

The very best massage I've ever had. Matt, by far, is the best Massage Therapist that I've ever had and he truly listened and helped me in the areas that I requested help with. Very kind and funny. He made the whole experience wonderful. I will definitely be back when in town again. read more

My Husband and I went for a couples massage and it was awesome. Heidi was my masseuse and she did exactly what I asked for. It was so relaxing. My Husband had Kate and he said it was so good he almost fell asleep. We are definitely going back!! read more

Matt is a male masseur with magic hands. Katrina gives a fabulous facial. There's a special going on right now with a spa day with a combination of massage and facial that you should really treat yourself to. read more

Dream does the best facials- My favorite is the hydro facial. I drive 35 minutes to see her even though I have another Essential Spa close to me. Worth the drive. Always very satisfied... read more

First time here and was pleasantly surprised! Dream was my therapist for my services. She was not only friendly and caring, but she gave me an unbelievable 90 minute massage that was extremely therapeutic. I continued with the foot detox which felt great and the feeling continued after I left! I ended with a pedicure that was perfectly done. I will be back to add a facial as well! read more