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    Spa Mel Studio

    5.0 (1 review)

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    Reflexology massage

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    Face Forward Bridal

    Face Forward Bridal

    4.8
    (37 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    I connected with Cara just 6 weeks before my April wedding, after having had 3 failed makeup trials…read morewith the initial makeup artist that I had booked. I was very stressed and certain that none of the best artists would still have availability for my Saturday wedding, but Cara came in to save the day! She got me in just a few days later for a trial and I was thrilled with how I looked on trial day. I was equally thrilled with how my hair and makeup looked on wedding day and moreover, the cool, calm, and kind vibes that they brought. I was worried about my oily skin causing chaos on wedding day, but the makeup didn't budge until it was time to remove it at the end of the night. I would highly recommend Cara, especially if you're looking for a more natural look.

    I had the absolute pleasure of hiring Cara to do my hair and make-up for our small wedding in Big…read moreSur! Cara was recommended to me by my wedding planner - and as soon as I saw photos of Cara's work with previous brides.....I just knew right away that she was exactly the person that I was looking for!! The photos of Cara's work really speak for themselves - she is truly talented and amazing at what she does, and she also loves what she does! She pays very close attention to details and really works with you in order to make your wedding day hair/makeup vision a reality! Cara travelled to our remote venue in Big Sur to do on-site hair and makeup for myself (the bride), as well as the mothers of the bride/groom, and two of my best friends. She was very flexible and accommodating of our early morning start (since we were doing a first look and wedding photos prior to the ceremony) and she made sure everyone's hair and make-up was pristine and done on time! Spending the wedding morning with her was such pleasure for myself and everyone! Cara is such a sweet, caring and positive person - it was so easy to chat and joke around with her. The entire day started off on a positive note with Cara's presence and that positivity continued on through the rest of the day. Cara truly made me feel like the most beautiful person in the world on my wedding day! She is someone you can depend on and I would 10000% recommend Cara to any brides in the Monterey/Carmel and Big Sur area!

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    My awesome hairstyle, with two purple flowers :-)
    My awesome hairstyle, with two purple flowers :-)
    I felt like my most beautiful self on our wedding day- thanks to Cara!  Best part was that I still felt and looked like myself.
    I felt like my most beautiful self on our wedding day- thanks to Cara! Best part was that I still felt and looked like myself.
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    The Spa at Bernardus Lodge

    The Spa at Bernardus Lodge

    3.9
    (55 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    My gf and I booked 50 minute massages ($465 if I recall with tip included) and added on the day…read morepass to use the pool for $95 (we didn't bother using the steam room or sauna since it was like 82 degrees outside). My massage by Liz was amazing. She is who you want to book for deep tissue. Sadly, she cut the massage short by like 5-6 minutes so that was a bummer since the massage price also includes the 23% tip! That can be negotiated at request but I chose not to, just sucks that I was in the locker room before the 50 minutes was even up with still time to go. The pool was glorious and clean. I recommend getting there early to grab a comfy chair by the pool. They offer a food and beverage menu at the pool with pool service and delivery service but it's a whopping $9.00 on top of your food/drink to be delivered. I opted for both pool service and walking to the restaurant myself to make an order since it's just a few minute walk away on site. There were a couple of kids there towards the end but it was really nice not having them for the entirety as it's definitely more of an adult crowd who wants to relax vs bring your whole family to the pool- at least the day I went. I would go again for the day pass but would probably pass on the massage just because it's soo pricy.

    Andres is an amazing massage therapist. I have never experienced a massage and chiropractic…read moreappointment together. I have many massages and was very pleased with the service. I did enjoy the spa and how intimate it was.

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    Rose water cocktail and charcuterie with fruit, meats, etc
    Rose water cocktail and charcuterie with fruit, meats, etc
    Poolside
    Poolside
    Relaxation lounge with fire place

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    Amara by the Sea

    Amara by the Sea

    4.9
    (122 reviews)
    14.4 mi
    $$

    I have come to Amara a few times and always leave extremely relaxed and amazing. I always see…read moreAlicia and she does an incredible job and really takes the time to assess my needs, my problem areas, and help focus on those and give excellent recommendations to alleviate some consistent pain. She has many years of experience and you can tell in the way she does the massage. I came in one time with a stiff neck that I couldn't move. I slept on it really wrong and was in an incredible amount of pain. She helped treat me and provided me so much relief. She is very accommodating and attentive to my needs and I always leave feeling refreshed and relaxed. They offer a discount on Mondays for locals and also a monthly subscription plan. Getting consistent massages is key and I highly recommend seeing Alicia. Parking can be tricky on a busy day and the spa is downstairs from International Cafe. The spa is small but cozy and clean. They also have a red light sauna which was amazing.

    Mia was SO good I didn't realize she had both curled AND tinted my lashes. When she told me she was…read moreal done I thought she was going to say, "now we'll do the tint" but she had finished. That plus the comfy warm table made it a wonderful experience.

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    Cupping therapy helps relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and support recovery for a deeply therapeutic, restorative experience.
    Cupping therapy helps relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and support recovery for a deeply therapeutic, restorative experience.
    Complimentary Aromatherapy options available in every service.
    Complimentary Aromatherapy options available in every service.
    Now carrying copper dry brushes. Stimulates circulation, supports lymphatic flow, and leaves skin smooth, radiant, and refreshed.

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    Evolve Salon

    Evolve Salon

    4.7
    (61 reviews)
    11.8 mi

    I wanted to update my previous review. I ended up reaching out to the salon because my hair really…read morewas upsetting me and did not reflect a balayage color style at all. The salon was very quick to reply to my email and gave me a call. They asked what I was unhappy about with my hair and they completely understood and were very apologetic. They thanked me for reaching out and wanted to do whatever was needed so I was happy with my hair and experience. They booked me with the owner, Katlyn. I went in today and she was very kind, knowledgeable, and asked me multiple questions about my hair and what my goals were, so she could fix what I didn't like. She also had two people shadowing her, so she was able to explain exactly what she was doing to correct my hair which was helpful, because I was interested as well. Katlyn showed enthusiasm during my visit and was very professional. She was personable and friendly. I was only there for an hour and a half but I had such a nice experience, it honestly felt much quicker because she and the girls helping her were so engaging. I will say my experience was lightyears different than my initial experience. I am very happy with my hair and I offered to tip Katlyn for her time, but she refused and really appeared like she was happy to have helped me. Overall, I would actually recommend coming here and I will likely come back.

    I wanted to love my experience with Jenna at Evolve, especially for a $100 blowout before an…read moreimportant life event, but it honestly felt very cold and rushed. I mentioned I was getting ready for a special occasion and there was basically no conversation, energy, or effort to make the experience feel enjoyable or personalized. The styling itself also felt underwhelming. I was told my hair probably wouldn't hold, and only a very light amount of hairspray/product was used. Unfortunately, I left feeling like I could have achieved the same result at home myself. At this price point, I expected more attention to detail, warmth, and overall service.

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    Evolve Salon
    Evolve Salon
    Evolve Salon

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    Tatiana's Massage Therapy

    Tatiana's Massage Therapy

    4.7
    (186 reviews)
    10.7 mi
    $$$
    Minority-owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    Absolutely love Tatiana's massage therapy and have to give a shout out to Brandi and CC…read more Brandi gives the best most soothing facials and I always look years younger when I leave her. The products are light and effective. She's gentle and gives a great upper body massage. For full body massage, my personal favorite is CC, but honestly, I've tried several different therapists and it's always been very good. The salon keeps the prices reasonable and I love this because it gives me room to tip the therapists really well. It's really a win-win for everyone. Last I have to talk about the owner, who is probably one of the nicest people I've ever met. She works really hard to meet the needs of everyone and if you're ever not satisfied, she will rectify it immediately. We are so lucky to have this business in town.

    I wasn't ever planning to leave this review, but Tatiana is using some automated service that…read moretexted me twice in the past two days asking for a review even though I was a one-time customer literally 6 years ago. I also wasn't even the recipient of the massage -- I had bought a gift certificate to Tatiana's Massage for a family member. Nevertheless I was reminded of my bad experience and am annoyed enough from getting spam texts to finally leave this review. My family member told me the massage was really weird, and they were almost certain that Tatiana was texting on her phone throughout a large portion of it. They said they thought they were going crazy because what massage therapist has the audacity to do that, but they were face down or otherwise couldn't see to confirm during the massage. They just repeatedly felt her attention drift away from the massage as she kept shifting to only using one hand. Then, after the massage, they were exchanging pleasantries before my family member left, and they said she seemed to get a notification on her phone and pulled it out from her apron to look at it DURING their exit conversation. They said that confirmed it that she must have been texting during the massage and they were not in fact imagining it. Tatiana seemed nice during my brief interaction with her when I was purchasing the gift card, but based on my family member's experience I would not recommend this service. It seems her practice has grown and there are other massage therapists working for her now. So maybe they won't be on their phones if you book with them, but as the owner she lacks integrity. There are tons of other great massage therapists in the area who actually deserve your business.

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    Memorial weekend discount!
    Tatiana's Massage Therapy
    Tatiana's Massage Therapy

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    Chez Aubrey Complete Skin & Body Care

    Chez Aubrey Complete Skin & Body Care

    5.0
    (1 review)
    6.6 mi

    Aubrey Smith, owner of Chez Aubrey, is an absolutely amazing esthetician! She has been involved in…read morethe health and beauty business for over twenty years, and she offers a wide variety of services and products to her clients. Aubrey is by far the most knowledgable beauty expert I've ever met, and I appreciate her passion for using botanical ingredients of the highest quality. She is warm and charming, and she'll instantly put you at ease to make your experience unforgettable. Aubrey's specialty is making incredible-smelling, powerfully effective facial treatment oils. She crafts organic hydrosols as well. Some of my favorite Chez Aubrey products include the rejuvenating jojoba oil and the array of unique hydrosols that Aubrey crafts with her steam distiller. I absolutely love the Neroli Hydrosol Mist and fabulous "Mountain Spirit" hydrosol that Aubrey describes as "heaven meets earth"! It contains wild flowers, herbs and trees sourced from the Northern California coastal forests. "Mountain Spirit" helps me with my anxiety, insomnia and itchy skin. What's particularly unique about Aubrey's day spa is its spectacular setting in nature. Clients can plan their day to visit Chez Aubrey, check out the nearby hot springs at the famous Tassajara Zen Center, and do some wine tasting and hiking, perhaps ending their day with a meal at one of the area's fabulous restaurants. Chez Aubrey is the epicenter of a true, vacation spot. There are lots of charming bed and breakfasts surrounding her spa as well. Treat yourself with a visit to the best esthetician in the Central Coast. I promise you won't regret it!

    Spa Mel Studio - skincare - Updated July 2026

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