I recently visited Jolie at Surface Esthetics after hearing that she was an amazing make up artist. My first visit I left very happy. Yes she is extremly good at make up and lashes. She has taken alot of advanced education and specializes in airbrush make up/ Not only was Jolie talented. She is fun, positive, uses the best products, techniques and is extemly quick, efficient, organized and clean.The atmoshpere was so warm and cozy and as it was raining outside and as soon as I came in she made me a nice warm cup of red tea! I soon returned for a custom facial that left me glowing and relaxed. The table here is absolutely heavenly and Surface esthetics pays attention to every fine detail. This type of intimate and personal service is a real treat. Jolie was happy to share her wide range of knowledge with me on a variety of subjects. I am so happy to have found this gem! read more

Great salon.....the atmosphere is great... You cant beat the location! and to top it off they have the secret that just makes your skin and soul glow...Ask for Jolie! read more

Jolie is an excellent esthetician - she really worked hard to get rid of my blackheads (I've only been here once for a facial, so far). And she did some research trying to figure out what is going on with my crazy skin. I appreciate that she refered me to a dermatologist instead of trying to take care of everything herself. She really seemed like she cared about making my skin better, but time will tell if I actually see results. Also, I've had a lot of experience with estheticians and dermatologists - many unpleasant and frustrating experiences - and I am very impressed with this place so far. Jolie and Michelle (the former did my facial, the latter talked to me about sunscreen) are both very knowledgeable. read more

Michelle is AMAZING! She evaluates your skin in a warm, yet professional manner and designs a personal treatment designed to bring out your best. The atmosphere of the spa is warm, intimate and relaxed. She has products at various price points yet is never a "hard sell". Her recommendations and treatments keep me coming back every month! read more

I have never been happier with my skin. Jennifer has done an amazing job making me look fresh and young and acne free. I love her so much I have now gone back twice. She is thorough and relaxing. Every question I had she would answer it without my asking and she listened carefully to how I feel about my skin (that I have bad breakouts and am oily) and the types of products that I like (scrubby beads, foamy soaps, and products that don't leave me feeling oily and dirty) and pointed me in the right direction for products I would like...and that I DO like. I now have been using them regularly since my first time seeing her about a month an a half ago. She has even helped me pick out sunscreens and given me guidance on how to prevent further sun damage to my chest, shoulders, and arms. The spa itself is so relaxing that the second I walk through the door I am relaxed. It always smells so good and is so clean and tidy. The rooms and tables are comfortable and I love that the tables are warmed and have a pillow beneath your knees. I love her. I intend to have a long lasting relationship with her since my skin is the happiest it has ever been. I highly recommend her and the spa. Best skin experience yet. I go to Jennifer before my dermatologist! love love love read more

I met with Jennifer for a facial last week and the whole experience was beyond my expectations! She was very knowledgeable and gave me some key tips on how to take better care of my skin. The facial was absolutely amazing! She let me know exactly what she was doing throughout and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. The relaxing music, heated bed, and aromatherapy were just some of my favorite parts! After the facial she recommended some products for me but did NOT pressure me into buying anything which was great. My skin today looks great it's a lot smoother and my pores are noticeably smaller. I highly recommend Surface Esthetics and seeing Jennifer, she was wonderful :) read more

This is a great place. First the receptionist is such a wonderful women. They really know how to run a business and what customer service is. The products they use are also incredible. It has a nice ambiance, the treatment room are downstairs. I thoroughly enjoyed my facial. Even the extractions were not painful at all.My skin felt baby soft. I just loved it read more

Jolie by far exceeded any expectation I had about getting facials. Since seeing her, my face has dramatically improved in such a short time! Her warm personality enhances the relaxing atmosphere and she is incredibly knowledgeable regarding the products she uses and uniquely caters each facial to your skin needs. Her great attention to detail leaves your skin feeling refreshed, clean and clear. Her healing hands have truly worked miracles lasting weeks. I absolutely LOVE Jolie and would highly recommend her to anyone and everyone! read more

Surface Esthetics is has a calm and peaceful feel to it; perfect for any treatment. Jolie is a miracle worker when it comes to waxing. I have very sensative skin, but Jolie has somehow found a way so that when I leave after a wax there is little to no redness. Her facials are also top notch. Looking forward to going back sometime soon! read more

I have been struggling with acne most of my life. At 31 I kept waiting to grow out of it, but it never happened... until I found Jennifer at Surface Esthetics. I've been coming for monthly chemical peels since October and my skin looks fabulous. I no longer need to wear heavy foundation to even out my skin, something I haven't been able to do in over 15 years. I've also tried dermaplaning which is much more comfortable than threading for hair removal and exfoliation. Aside from the wonderful results, Jennifer is friendly and very professional. She has recommended wonderful products to keep my skin looking great between sessions. I'm so pleased with the service and results, I'm sure you will be, too! read more

Michelle is great with facials!! Truely feel rejuvenated when you walk out the door. She gives great assessments on your current skin conditions and provides tips to maintain. I love Jolie for waxing my eye brows :) I've been told by everyone thy I have yet th most challenging brows to work with. Been to many other places and no one shapes my brows the way Jolie does!! read more

Michelle is incredibly knowelegdable I have bought a number of products that my wife loves that Michelle recommeded. Happy wife, happy life. read more

Amanda is the best!!!! I have been coming here for several years now and my skin has never looked so good. My skin is a lot smoother, I have less wrinkles, I rarely have breakouts and the treatments help to tone down my redness. My skin tone is a lot more even and I never get the dry patches I used to have. I started out getting facials and have now moved up to peels. Amanda is super knowledgeable and always adjusts the treatment to whatever my skin needs. Each session begins with an examination of my skin and then Amanda tells you her recommendations. There is never any pressure to upgrade treatments or buy products here. However, they do carry really amazing skin care lines. In the past I would get facials at random spas that were running specials (I've tried nearly every spa in SD), but never again. I never really understood the benefit of a facial until I started coming here. Bottom line: you are doing yourself a disservice if you get a facial anywhere else. read more

My appointment was with Michelle. My visit to the spa was amazing. Michelle is very detailed and knowledgeable with her career in esthetics. Consultation was very good, a lot of feed back and advice with the products I already had at home and went through treatments I've previously done. She made sure to really know how my skin reacts to products and procedures before we began my facial. On to the facial. Amazing! I myself hate having/using steam when I'm getting a facial. So damaging to the skin! I love the Lucas spray, feels absolutely amazing. I also have problem skin and one thing I've always had a problem finding in an esthetician is finding one that does a good job with extractions. Michelle took the time to go through my entire face and extract almost every single black head, congestion etc that I had. I will definitely be coming back for another facial. Each facial is customized for you and no hidden fees for upgrading. You will get everything you need for one solid rate. Definitely worth the money even though I was fortunate enough to get a certificate. At last! An esthetician that listens to you, educates you and gives your skin what it needs. Thank you Michelle!! read more

I suffer from perioral dermatitis and was sick of it and couldn't stand it anymore. I went and got a peel from Jen and after that as well as following her aftercare suggestions, my skin is 150% better! I will definitely return, but at this rate I won't have to! read more

I had a wonderful facial with Michelle last Sunday and walked out feeling and looking fabulous! Michelle was professional and knowledgable, explaining each next step, and also offering advice and tips to take home. I wish I lived in SD, but Michelle let me know what to look for in a local esthetician. Thanks again to Surface Esthetics for such a wonderful experience! FYI- the place is so clean I could eat off the floor and extrememly cozy, just right the right combo for perfect relaxation. read more

I had a facial from Jolie today, and this was the best facial experience I have ever had!!! It was absolutely CUSTOMIZED, relaxing, and helpful! There is not one bad thing to say about my experience, and that is saying a lot because I can admit I am very picky when it comes to my skin. Jolie shares my passion of taking care of my skin, and she told me, "your skin is my skin", and that is how I was treated. I know Jolie is very knowledgeable about skin and what is best for your specific type. She answered all my questions, and gave me a great experince. I can not wait to go back! read more

I have been meaning to write this for a couple of months. I usually don't write these things, but because this was the most AMAZING facial I had ever had, I felt a need. Not only was this the cutest little place, but Patti, was without a doubt, the best person ever to do a facial! She spent the time explaining the skin, my products I had brought in, basically everything. I felt no pressure to buy any products either. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!! read more

This place is phenomenal! My skin feels and looks great and it's all thanks to the lovely Michelle. Always pleasant, professional and friendly, educates regarding skin and answers all my questions. Her facials are great and she gives excellent hand and foot massages with it. I've also seen Pattie in the past who is just as fantastic. Stephanie at the front desk is very sweet and prompt in responding to texts to schedule appointments and sends reminders. I have nothing but good things to say about this place and highly recommend it...my fiance has also seen Michelle for a facial,which is not something he would normally do, but it's a small private location and they make him feel very comfortable. Thank you! read more

went here last night with a group of my girlfriends for a facial party! the place is very clean, cute & "spa aura" ish with a gorgeous patio view. we all sat outside and munched on our goodies and drank wine michelle provided (so cool!) from her parents winery! michelle (the owner) informed us that we were all going to get different facial treatments because, "one size does not fit all"-which totally makes sense. we all have different skin types so they tailor our facial to our needs! geniussss! i went first and michelle did a consultation with me. i filled out paperwork about the products i currently used and she gave me feedback on them. then the wonderful JOLIE started my facial. she explained every "procedure" she was doing to my face and is very knowledgeable about each skin type and what it needs to heal. i received a MUCH needed microdermabrasion, clarisonic brushing, and an overnight moisturizing mask by Yon-Ka because my face is OVER worked from all the acid serums/creams i use for anti-aging (i was totally over doing it). i left there with a plump, rosy, moisturized, baby smooth face and its brighter and tighter this morning-LOVE IT! i already booked my next 30 minute appointment and cannot wait. i really recommend the diamond head microdermabrasion-it really sloughs off old, dead skin really well! read more

My experience at Surface Esthetics was wonderful. Jolie and Michelle are so warm and personable. They are very very knowledgeable on skincare and treatments. I was greeted by both of them and after I filled out my paperwork, Jolie went over my current skincare routine and products. She did not put down my products in anyway which I found refreshing. Jolie continued to educate me on skin health and informed me of everything she was about to do. The room was warm and inviting and oh...... so comfortable. The actual facial was like no other facial I have ever had. It was amazing. She was thorough and gentle, and my skin felt amazingly soft and it was glowing. She also re-contoured my eyebrows and they look fabulous!!!! I was so happy with the treatment I received. I really liked that they were not pushing their products on me, but educated me on what and why I should be using them. I will eventually convert to their suggestions.( because I want to) Overall, I highly recommend Surface Esthetics and Jolie Budau. read more