A wonderful gem in Forest Hills! Great skincare services and other treatments. They take time in identifying your skincare concerns and offer so many treatments that are tailored to your needs. Good service and relaxing vibes. They use great quality products (BR, AB, SBS). The results and the experience match the pricing of the services. They also recommend skincare products as well. read more

I want to update my review because I want to provide a fuller picture of my experience since this occurrence. For the record, I have not been asked, pressured, or bribed to update my review, I just feel it's fair to share how my experience has changed. Since then, I've been to several other facial places and estheticians, and none have compared to the quality of facials I've had at Sandra. It is undeniable that every esthetician on this team (including the one I had the negative experience with) is exceptional at giving facials. And, overtime, the positive experiences have accumulated and outweighed the negative one. Recently, I had a skin analysis with Sandra herself. She was detailed, patient, and answered every single one of my (many) questions. The products she recommended have genuinely transformed my skin -- I trust her recommendations and trust her with my skin (huge deal for me!) and am planning on doing some more intense treatments with her. Shoutout to the entire team for also remaining professional and kind to me, even though everyone clearly knows Im the one who wrote the controversial review. read more

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Love my experience, Sandra was so kind and explained everything thoroughly. The space is very relaxing and accommodating.

amazing!!!on all level ambiance surroundings atmosphere first class service & such friendly & welcoming establishment read more

Wonderful facials, very knowledgeable, my skin had been looking great for the past 5 years.

Came here in May & to say I came out raving is an understatement! Wow, such fantastic service from the moment you walk in until the very end. The receptionists are so very welcoming & Marcella did beyond amazing w the facial. Beautiful decor & super clean & chic rooms. They have a client for life, am utterly hooked. read more

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As an update to my previous review, the lovely ladies at Sandra Velandia reached out and invited me back for a (complimentary) mini treatment this week since my last facial was cut short. This time my experience was amazing from start to finish and I walked out positively ~glowing~ from my mini vitamin glow facial. The attention to customer satisfaction and of course the quality of their facials are definitely worth the shoutout. I already look forward to my next visit! read more

Sandra Velandia - Interior waiting area - Skin Care Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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Shoutout to Melissa, Maria and Paula! My late appointment crew lol. They are so warm and kind from the moment you walk in. Thank you for still accomodating me even though I tend to run late to my appointment. You can never go wrong with this place. The ambience, vibe and aura of this place makes you feel relaxed and at ease. My go to spot for my skin and after going to them for a couple months already I notice a huge difference with my skin. Its not a gimmick or they dont try to just sell products to you. They tailor it to what your skin actually needs. read more

I always look forward to my facials with Paula. She is very thorough and always works her magic on my face. I can honestly say my face has significantly improved since I started getting facials and peels with her. She also takes her time to explain how to properly use all the skincare products she recommends for me. I am very happy with my results and I highly recommend the products and services provided at Sandra Velandia! Also, all the girls at the front desk are so pleasant. They are very welcoming and make you feel like family. Overall, you get a five star treatment all around! read more

The aesthetics and professionalism from all members of the staff here are unparalleled. I get facials every 3-6 months and this has been my favorite experience thus far. They personalize products based on skin type and recommend products for problem areas / individual goals. The infrared sauna is also a huge plus! read more

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I love this Oasis set in the middle of Forest Hills. The staff is professional and so nice. Claudia and Karelis do the most amazing manual lymphatic drainage massage, and their facials are great. They have a wonderful selection or products to buy there. I cannot recommend them enough! read more

I have been coming to Sandra Velandia for a few months to prepare my skin for my wedding. I have been working with Paula, who has been amazing! She always assesses my skin based on how it looks that day and will make changes as necessary. I am always glowing when I leave! read more

there is no one like Sandra. She is hands-down, the gentlest, most vigilant and detail oriented Esthetician I have ever met. She genuinely cares about all of her clients. She is not just trying to sell you stuff. I have been seeing her for years and will continue to see her for the years to come. Thank you for all you do, you and your entire staff are simply amazing read more

I have to say I had a difficult time finding a good facial place in Queens but I am so happy a good friend recommended Sandra Velandia. By far the best facial I have ever received. My face feels amazing. I had Paula for my first visit & she was amazing. She made sure to go into detail about each product she used during my facial to ensure I understood what she is applying to my skin. I was so relaxed and I felt very comfortable. The staff was very welcoming and friendly as well. I definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a great & thorough facial. You will not be disappointed. Can't wait to go back! read more

Anika gave me an excellent facial! My face feels amazing. She was thorough and asked questions about my care and skin. She was kind and very personable. She listened to my skincare needs and gave me her professional opinion. Excellent service! I booked another facial immediately after!!! Highly recommend her. The staff is very nice and kind. The ladies at the front desk were very pleasant. You can't ask for a better experience! read more

I don't even know where to begin! I have been coming to Sandra Velandia for years, she is incredible and so is her staff. I had the pleasure of having Sandra do my facials as well as Paula, they are both wonderful! I often see Paula and she has helped clear my skin so much! I suffered with hormonal acne for years and she has been so helpful, informative, kind, gentle and just a joy to be around. I truly enjoy every visit so much, and I am so thankful for the help and support they have given me through the years! Paula is always checking in with me and I can always reach out with questions and she responds so promptly. The rooms are so clean and relaxing, and they are always offering you tea while you wait. It's a great spa experience. Definitely visit, you will not be disappointed. read more

I had a wonderful experience at this spa. Everyone from reception to my facialist, Anika, was kind and patient, as well as super covid compliant and sanitary. She was gentle and thorough and gave me some great suggestions. I left feeling glowy and relaxed without a major purge or breakout following. I highly recommend this place - its aesthetically beautiful and relaxing with fantastic people. read more

Sandra is such a sweet person! She has immense knowledge about skin & patiently answers all your queries and concerns! Since she doesn't accept new clients, I didn't have the opportunity to let her give me a facial unfortunately, but I have to say Micheline is also very sweet and takes time with you for each facial and really goes over the products that she uses. Everyone who works here are super sweeet. I love them! Ofcourse all their treatments are a bit pricey but you can expect great service as well! read more

I'm so happy to have found Sandra! Looking forward to seeing her regularly to get my skin back on track. Super knowledgeable and 100% tuned into to my skin's complex needs! read more

Sandra is amazing! Esthetics is a cute spot on the second floor on Austin street that is owned and operated Sandra. She is passionate about the products she uses and really nice. I've been coming to Sandra for awhile now and I only have excellent things to say. I honestly only come for Brazilian waxes and compared to the few places I've been to before (one in the city and one in another part of Queens), Sandra knew exactly what she was doing and gives great advice. Come try! By appointment only! read more

My skin has never felt so smooth, going back in a couple of weeks. I recommend it to everyone read more

I came here with high expectations and they definitely delivered. My session was very informative and honest. By far the most professional and welcoming esthetician's office I've been to, and I've traveled to nearly all 5 Boroughs to find a solid place to hopefully continuously visit and receive treatments. SV is definitely skin health and customer satisfaction driven, as opposed to other places that just want you to purchase all of their packages and products. Incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, by no means are they pushy for you to try a certain treatment/package/product. My esthetician even called about a week or so later to see how my skin was reacting to treatment and the new products/regime. read more

The best facial spot ever. The most attentive and caring treatment. They also follow up if you have any concerns and everything they recommend has been amazing. Recommend this place to everyone i know. read more

This review is overdue as I had my first facial with Anika nearly a month ago. Today I had my second facial with her. She's incredible at her craft and offers a thoughtful approach to your skin care needs and concerns. During my first visit, I had a deep facial with the DiamondGlow® device, a general dermabrasion device that gently removes the top layer of skin and applying topical nourishing serums onto the skin. My skin was glowing by the end of my facial. I have also been wearing less makeup. My skin over the past few months has been problematic due to poor care on my end--new jobs, life events, etc. Anika's touch and guidance has really helped me get back on track. Her tailored approach to my skin needs and concerns has definitely reflected in how my skin has been doing. Again today, I'm glowing! She's a real gem and I have since recommended her to a friend, and am hopeful to bring my mother in a few weeks to have an initial skin consultation with her. You won't regret booking an appointment with her and I look forward to continuing my great skin journey with her! read more

I came in today & had an appointment with Alexandra. She was extremely knowledgeable about what products were best for my skin. She took her time and explained exactly what I needed. The treatment was super relaxing and I felt so amazing after. Sandra's place is very clean and sheek. Over all the quality work was worth every penny. It's definitely an investment more than anything. I will be back next month. read more

Been seeing Sandra since I was 16 (for 5 years) when I had really bad acne. She not only helped my problematic skin but also educated me on what I needed to eat to prevent it. Since then I have gotten chemical peels and facials from her. Every time I get any treatment done I ALWAYS see results which is super important since I am a model at Wilhelmina and rely on my skin for jobs. The facility is also very clean and cozy. She makes the experience very relaxing and comfortable. I've been to places where they are always trying to sell something in between doing a treatment which is very annoying and uncomfortable. All of your treatments with her are one on one. Sandra just does her job and is very professional. You can really tell she is very passionate about what she does and truly wants you to have positive results. I highly recommend her!! read more

So happy I came here! I have had this place in mind for so long and finally pulled the trigger and I wish I had come here sooner! Anika was the sweetest and so gentle. I did the new client treatment that is the observ 520 analysis + a treatment and it was amazing I saw such an improvement in my skin from that one session. I purchased one of the products Anika recommended and I've seen an improvement from using it daily ever since. I booked another treatment per her recommendation and plan and I'm so so excited to continue my journey to improve the skin that I've had issues with my whole life. read more

Sandra is amazing !! I literally went searching for an esthetician after the one I was going to moved. I found Sandra and was not disappointed. My first appointment with her was for eyebrows. I always wanted thicker eyebrows but everywhere I went they kept making them thinner. Since I started going to Sandra my eyebrows are actually nice and thick. My second appointment with her was for a signature facial. Sandra has so much knowledge she explained each step during the facial and why/what she was using on my face. She doesn't push you to buy products like other places. She does suggest what regimen you should follow. Great place am forever a client!! She is a diamond!!! read more

Way over due! After finding Sandra on Social Media, I decided to schedule an appt. due to her informative post and stellar reviews (that was over 3 years ago). Sandra and her team make you feel comfortable as soon as you walk in, they are friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Every time I get a facial all steps and products are explained thoroughly, my skin has never been better. Facials, eyebrows, laser hair removal and the best products (P50 for the win) ...you cant go wrong! read more

AMAZING ! Amika hands down has hands of angel she was so sweet and gentle to my skin I almost fell a sleep during extractions. I definitely recommend this place 100% read more

What can I say about Sandra that I haven't told every single person I know?! SHE IS THE BEST! she's a queen, and a true goddess of her craft and skill. No one has ever made my skin feel & look better than Sandra. Also, her mannerism and kindness is incomparable- the moment I step into her spa, I feel like I have been hit with calming tranquilizer dart. Ive had facials at many different establishments and usually they're quick, easy and the results are OK. With Sandra, I am there for a while and she never makes me feel rushed, everything is easy with her. Whoever is looking for the best facial in NY, dont walk to sandra, run. read more

Sandra is amazing! I had the best facial hands down, she really cleaned out my pores and I seen such a huge difference after my facial with her. I honestly felt like a brand new person when I left her spa :) Will be coming back every 3 months for upkeep. Highly recommend!!! read more

I started going to Sandra for my eyebrows a few months back and was highly impressed. Such a wonderful personality and impeccable work. I recently went for a signature facial which I had with Justyna who is great as well. I am completely blown away with how good my skin looks and it's a week later. They use high quality products which I ran and purchased seeing the results after several days. No amount of skincare I used before made my skin look like this. Best facial I've had hands down. read more

Your app is horrible doesn't give u any information about any treatment except the advanced ones and won't let u make an appointment it keeps saying no slots available very confusing I lost interest in even coming here because of it and way overpriced just go to Mario badescu for 50$ n a great facial read more

If your looking for someone beyond great then Sandra is the one to go to!!! It's so hard to find a good person for eyes brows and facials. In my past i went through so many people and I never had any good experiences... UNTIL.. I found my face angel Sandra!! She is the best and I'm so blessed to have someone like Sandra because what she does for people including myself is life changing and incredible !!! I swear she is so honest, does what's right for her clients and makes you feel as comfortable as possible! When I first went to Sandra my eyebrows were a wreck, no shape and were horrendous from all the other people who messed up my eyes brows & now I have beautiful model eyebrows thanks to Sandra! Also Sandra is EXCELLENT with facials and I swore I would never get another facial ever again after my one terrible experience with an esthetician who made me feel so bad and uncomfortable about my skin because I was completely broken out. But with Sandra she's the total opposite she loves what she does, and loves clearing your skin! Sandra is so happy making her clients happy!! She even takes the time to explain and educated you on what she's doing during the facials & eyebrows.. Not only that but she doesn't sell you stuff you don't need, and she is very reasonable for her talents and for what she does! Since getting my facials and eyebrows done from Sandra I now have beautiful clear skin with perfect eyebrows and I couldn't be happier!! I honestly would travel as far as i would have to just go to her forever since she's honestly the best out there! read more

Let me start off by raving how Sandra is an eyebrow GODDESS. Even though I'm currently residing in LA for the time being, any time I'm in NYC for anything, I make sure to set aside some time to see her while I'm in town. The attention and care she displays in her work (my brows) makes me feel so comfortable because I can finally trust someone to keep my brows full, beautiful, and at their prime. Not only can you expect incredible brow work from Sandra, but her warming personality and true belief in her work really makes the experience worth every penny. I'll be back soon! read more

Simply the best! Have been seeing Sandra for approximately 2 years and she has been the only person that has been able to make my skin flawless; not even the dermatologist was able to accomplish what she has. Would not change her for anything. She is informative, passionate and the best at what she does! read more

Tucked away on Austin street, the spa is a find! Sandra does an excellent job at putting you at ease with her individualized attention. Comparable in service to any high end spa found in the city! read more

Best facial and eyebrow wax experience from Sandra! She is simply amazing at her job and a great person. Talented at reading your skin so well and can recommend different products based on your skin needs, but not pushy with anything for selling. And she is like a library of products (including natural/chemical products)!! Hands down the best. I love going to her for facials (and i rarely have found someone who has made the cut), because you notice a difference in your skin right away and you'll just "know". A real gem, and I look forward to my next visit! Eyebrow waxing- Best shaping and even does the high frequency machine to help any potential irritation breakouts. I've had tons of threading and no one has gotten the shapes best for your face as Sandra. Well worth a visit! read more

Being my first facial ever, I was a little nervous not knowing what to expect. But can I tell you how in love I am having learned about my skin and how to routinely care for it. My esthetician was Elsa, whom was an absolute doll and went looking for my car TWICE to put extra minutes on the meter for me as I sat with my Enzyme mask. The treatment itself was great. Elsa really took her time with the extractions, and educated me throughout my visit on the proper skin care routine. I definitely see and feel a difference in my skin. I cannot wait to go back for further treatment read more