Thea is a wonderful Esthetician. I split my time between SF and Sac and I was referred here by ModVellum in San Francisco. They also carry their skincare which is awesome. I needed a place to get my Porcelain Peel because it practically removed all my pigment. You can trust Thea because she has at least 15 years of experience, and I'm sorry to say that I refuse to put my face in the hands of someone who doesn't. Definitely get a series of at least 3-6 peels. The skin is an organ and you just have to give it time to change and it will!! Also just a note you must get the products to prepare the skin for a peel. You will be shocked at how quickly the ModVellum products work. Thank you Thea!! read more

THEA - Thea took this pic and texted it to me. That pigment on my forehead was so dark before my peels!! - Skin Care Near Me - Sacramento, California

I went in to get a Jane Iredale mineral foundation. Thea took what I was wearing off and put on a Jane Iredale color on that she felt would be a good fit for me. I looked at it and it did not look right... wrong color for my skin, which I told her. She insisted it was "Perfect for me" and did not offer to try another color. I told her I'd wear it for the day to see how it felt and then come back and buy if I liked it. She THEN told me I owed her $35.... Uhhh... For what? She said it was for her time... Business owners... if you are going to charge for something that is typically free, it is imparative that you tell the customer/client PRIOR to the "service". Since then, I have frequented Salon Cuvee for Jane Iredale products. The skin care specialists are happy to assist with colors... free of charge! read more

I've been waiting to write a review on this place since November because I kept hoping that I would have a better experience that would elicit a better review than I am about to write. I was in Sac visiting my mom and we decided to have a spa day last minute. We called up Thea and luckily they said they could fit us in in 45min. Perfect! we thought, enough time to drive downtown and park. We get there and the receptionist and Thea are standing there waiting for us. I fill out the usual forms for facials/massages while my mom sneaks off to the bathroom; then Thea comes back and asks how we heard about the place. I apparently made the mistake of admitting that we heard about them from the radio where my mom had won some half off gift certificates. Thea then goes on to tell me that while we were driving down there she had a phone call from another client/friend and she is going to put her in our appt since she didn't realize the appt slot had already been taken. That and the woman was trying to say that it was somehow our fault for calling last minute cuz usually they book these appts "a few days in advance just in case". Oh, I'm so sorry I didn't get a chance to read the rule book of making appts at this place. Whatever, mistakes happen right? That's usually my attitude but I was frustrated and what really pissed me off was I couldn't shake the feeling that she just didn't want us using those gift certificates and would rather have another customer who would be using something other than a coupon or gift certificate. Along with that she was absolutely not willing to help us out in ANY way to adjust the appt. Her whole attitude was simply "too bad". After that I called a few times trying to make another appt "a few days in advance" but every time I called there was nothing available, even 3 weeks out. I know that I have never actually experienced the spa or salon but the customer service is enough to never come back again. How can you go to a spa and relax when you have such aggravating service?? read more

I am not high maintenance and I am solidly natural blond, including everything, but most annoyingly, the eyebrows. On occasion, I like to purty up. And I do so recognizing that a lot of the women willing to pretty my face up are a LOT more high maintenance than I am, and that's fine. Was it the best experience I've had? Maybe not, but it was pretty decent and I'd go back. I bought a groupon for eyebrow and tint, a steal at $19, and I ended up with Thea. I had almost forgotten my appointment due to non sleeping and massive headache, but I got there ahead of time, poured a glass of water, perused the cosmetics and colon cleanses, and tried some lotion. I was given a small paper to sign off saying I wasn't on acutane or a retinyl regimen. I brought a picture of the last time I liked how my brows were shaped and tinted. Thea is very business. She's quite nice. Things I liked: the rose/honey scented eyebrow wax and the fact that my brows weren't at all red post waxing. The tint she used makes my eyes pop. Good job! I rarely (okay, never) use eyeshadow and liner, and I wear glasses, so brows are key. Especially when I lift them quizzically. I want them seen when I am making fun of people. I also liked the little garden area out back, but you couldn't wander around half dressed in a robe back there. Waiting your turn with a book and a tea would be lovely though. Things I could have done without: The lecture on my capillaries. I use BB cream when I use anything at all, but I'm super fair and she recognized that's just my skin type. But normally?? I get told my skin looks AMAZING for my age, which I figure is due to not a lot of gunk. I was told I gotta fight cancer and my skin's essentially a wreck. I was told I need products. And powder. Apparently, lots of powder. Which didn't look horrible, but I could feel it post-application because I'm sensitive. Eh. I'm not overly gullible, and I have a nice dermatologist who said I look fantastic for 42. I'm more inclined to believe his opinion of my skin. But I like soaps and lotions, so I listened. See, I was there to tint my eyebrows so I don't have to put any crap on them to make them stand out. I don't even care if they are even, or if she took part of the arch off my right side, because I have plucked these things into submission and I'm not very vain (you'd know this if you saw my hair, which I get cut short and let grow out until I can't stand it anymore.) I have two little kids and work full time and am married. Things that make me feel AMAZINGLY good include still finding creamer in the fridge and having the bathroom to myself, I can barely fathom having a massage and facial regularly anymore. That said, I'm also not falling apart. But I got to sit through a powdering session and eyebrow pencil-in action post wax and tint. This was complementary as well as complimentary. I'm not a make up gal, try as I might once in awhile, so it didn't press my BUY THIS NOW buttons. HOWEVER, there was a make up primer and sunscreen that DID appeal to me, and at $52 for a 3 month supply, it was cheaper than the pharmacy products I use, and it's tinted. And I love it. I washed all the crud off my face and fell in love with my product, it smooths pores, has a light tint, and is SPF 30. You can wear it alone, or under make up (naturally, I would love the All In One product uber alles. But I'd settle for a product that smoothed me out a bit.) Anyway, I'd go back. I'd even let them powder me up. Heck, I'm even interested in the colon cleanse if I can get the bathroom to myself for 20 minutes straight. read more

Before I scheduled my hair appointment I went to their website to see what type of services they offered. They have facials to hair coloring and makeup products. I finally call to make my appointment. It took few days for anyone to get back to me, guess they only open few days out of the week. I finally arrive for my hair appointment 15 min early. I was greeted by the receptionist then 10 minutes later the hairstylist directed me to sit down. She did good job coloring and even gave me tips on hair brush/blow drying tips. She wasn't pushy on selling products and made light conversations during the visit. I like their overall decor but some pillows on the waiting benches were frayed and worn, definitely needed to be replaced with new ones. I was a receptionist for a spa quite a few years back and every details matters! read more

Too bad a review can't have anything less than one star - this place would get a negative 5 Stars! I had an ok facial a couple of years back from the owner Thea. She had a strong commitment in providing the highest skin care; but the facial did not match that. I had used a generous gift certificate and had some money left. Thea told me that I could come back anytime and use my remaining balance towards anything later on (but not true!!!). Sadly it took me a couple of years to come back - timing, busy life, plus there are places super close to me that provide superior facials. So a couple of years later timing was perfect and I went to the Thea Spa - but was told by the rude receptionist that my remaining balance was gone. They had switched how they kept their records and everything old was gone. No sorry, no let me talk to the owner, not even an offer to take a percentage of the balance, she didn't even bother to look at the paper I had showing my balance. Don't bother with this place - adequate facials, dishonest owner, horrible parking, rude receptionist, greedy thieves! read more

I went here after I got a Living Social deal for a micro photo facial. I had a similar experience as other reviewers--a lot of hard selling for a treatment series, some reeeaaally expensive products and the usual upselling. I expected this though, and I think listening to their spiel was an okay price to pay for the great deal. I saw Alex and she cleansed my skin prior to the service with a neat little scraper tool. The micro photo facial was really cool! It zaps the skin (but not too uncomfortably), and my skin instantly looked so much better. I added on the LED treatment afterward, and that was pretty neat too. The acne scarring on my temple is so much less noticeable now, and after only one treatment. I enjoyed the treatments and the results were visible pretty much instantly. I peeled a little afterward, but I was expecting much worse! Obviously, I can't afford the $850 peel series they want me to get, but what I did get was awesome. I would give the whole experience 5 stars if it weren't for all the upselling. read more

I forgot to add a few things: I was actually just here yesterday for a scheduled hair cut and style with Jennifer. I can't believe I forgot to mention the amazing hair/head massage she gives when she shampoos/conditions your hair =D I was in bliss, I almost fell asleep! And she uses the Rene Furterer line of products on your mane to wash and style. I decided to do a mane change by chopping my hair to the shortest length since Kindergarten (above my shoulders). I was a little skeptical b/c the last time I had someone cut it short, I looked like I was 12. Jennifer did an amazing job! She cut my hair short and cut perfect layers so it wouldn't look so plain and gave it a little lift. I've been getting rave reviews from my overly critical friends and family! And I am in love with it myself! I'm still debating over whether or not to schedule a highlight soon =P read more

First of all, I have been going to Thea for waxing services for about four years now. I will never go to another place in Sacramento because I am completely comfortable here and enjoy the experience as well as the products Thea offers. Although Thea offers products to purchase often, she is right on the dot when it comes to which ones pertain to my skin. Every product she has recommended I absolutely love and always come back for more. The Cosmedix line does wonders for any skin type, and I am always thankful for her recommendations afterward. I put four stars instead of five simply because there is often a 10-15 minute wait in the waiting room, but honestly, that should tell you one thing: IT IS WORTH IT. And obviously, if there are waits, that means that there are other customers, which is always a good sign in a salon. Spa experiences shouldn't be rushed, so for those who complain about waits, you should probably just not go to a spa in general if a fifteen minute wait seriously irks you. Thea is completely clean and safe, and that is what a spa should be. Shame on those who complained about miscommunication! It is your responsibility to make sure you know when your appointment is. read more

After some research, I found there aren't many spas in the Sacramento and outlying areas that do body wraps. It was a toss-up between Thea and another place. Since I couldn't find any reviews on either place for body wrap services, the determining factor was price and I'm very happy I went with Thea. I chose the detoxifying body wrap. This consisted of a dry exfoliation followed by a body scrub. Afterwards, a tent is placed over your body for a period of time (I stayed under for 15 minutes) with a steam machine at your feet. I also got a face massage with a cherrywood-scented balm that reminded me of Skittles. Let me back up a little. They have a little parking lot which is convenient. I've had my share of midtown parking tickets so I do my best to avoid metered parking. Or just say f*ck it and risk getting fined...a girl at the front desk, can't remember her name, gave me a brief tour of the salon and spa. Well-decorated with a homey yet trendy feel. There's a cute garden and patio area where parties or showcases are held. And you can also wait out there with some water or tea before your service. My body wrap was with the owner, Thea, who is very nice and very genuine. She talked a lot during the whole treatment but not in that I'm-providing-a-service-to-you-so-I'm-making-small-talk blather. She is very knowledgeable about skincare and make up and I actually learned a few things about sunblock and harmful chemicals in skincare products. The exfoliation and scrub is just what I needed. My skin felt great afterwards. Next, she rubbed some stuff all over that is supposed to help quicken the metabolism I believe. It contained red clay I think and other ingredients from the sea (seaweed?). The steam tent was a little hot but Thea wrapped a cold towel around my feet and I was good after that. While my body was steaming, she massaged a balm on my face that smelled so delicious, like candy. I should've asked about it when I was done because my skin was the smoothest I've ever felt it. I was touching my face even the day after, just marveling at how soft it was. After the steam, I washed off the red clay mixture but Thea said not to totally wash it off the skin so it can continue working. I was sent to the bathroom to take advantage of this seaweed oil you rubbed on wherever you wanted to I guess lose weight from, a body cream, and eventually change back into clothes. I chose to do this wrap because I am getting back into running and working out regularly and had started a body detox program. (The program didn't quite work out because the supplements gave me painful cramps every morning.) I thought a body wrap would help to lose water weight right before my vacation to Costa Rica. Thea said I looked pretty fit already but I believe the wrap helped me lose at least an inch or so. I'm sure with regular treatments you could see a significant change but I'm just glad the difference was noticeable at all. Thea also recommended some skincare products for me since my skin is a little dry and I have mild keratosis pilaris. She suggested a daily cleanser and moisturizer to help calm the inflammation. Which I'm going to try, once I get around to it. About a week later, I received a card from Thea thanking me for coming in and all that good stuff. Whether it's a good business move, or she's being really sincere, it was very nice of her to take the time out to write a thank-you card. I love nice business owners! The entire experience was great and I highly recommend the detox body wrap. read more

Still the best ever. Seems like only cheap people are hating on this place! I'm sorry your eyebrows look like praying mantis legs and you look a decade older than you should. Oh and you can go ahead and get free advice done at other places by college girls making minimum wage to "match your colors"... They aren't going to have the experience and knowledge that Thea has. Her best clients value her time and know her worth! Shop small businesses! read more

I cannot say enough good things about the services and staff at Thea. Nice, friendly, clean, well designed, and well lit. I received a facial and a massage when I visited Thea. The atmosphere in the treatment rooms including the lighting, sounds, and smell are to die for. Makes you not want to leave. Does anyone know how to stretch an hour into two? I'll be back as often as I can afford the indulgence. read more

I went to Thea because I bought a living social voucher for 3 microdermabrasion treatments. I got these in June. I travel a lot, cutting my time in sac to a fraction, but somehow every time ive tried to make an appointment and i mention living social i have to wait about a month. I finally got in for my appointment. I was greeted, given a cup of yummy tea and a form to fill even though I was there for the micro. The form pretty much asked what my skin goals. I went into the little facial room with Thea, who is a beautiful, well spoken, well traveled business woman. She went over my form and toldr based on my desires she recommended a chemical peel (i could get 3 micros or 2 chemical peels with my voucher). She told me will then have a recommended regimen for my skin (here comes the catch) and of course the makeup try from her mineral makeup line. After the peel my skin looked ok, nothing out of the ordinary. Thea put some tinted sunblock on me which I liked. Then we went to the lobby area where she has her mineral makeup and applied it to my face. It looked ok but way much covering than what I prefer so I said no to the makeup. Then off came her product recommendation--one cleanser, one toner, one serum, one night cream and of course the sunblock. " First 2 ONLY $35 each, the other 3 about $58" a pop. Are you kidding me? Borderline pushy with her "medical grade products"? Yes I think so. I have to go back to get my second and final chemical peel. Which btw was a real peel unlike the first visit I had. I don't think I'll be back. read more

I buy my Jane Iredale beauty products at Thea Salon and have always had a great experience with Thea. She has helped me pick out the right color for my skin tone and has been so sweet. read more

Nothing but good to say about James Wilkinson, who cuts my hair at Thea Salon. I've been seeing James for several years and have referred several friends (spanning a wide range of personal and hair styles) to him and those friends also think he's fabulous! read more

I had a luminox light therapy treatment and photo facial and my skin looks great. I purchased 7 more treatments of both and the societe line. Thea is very knowledgeable about skin care. The treatments are not inexpensive, but the treatments make a difference. If you are dedicated to good skin it's worth it. No Botox or juvederm for me yet! read more

Thea's place is so cute, definitely downtown sacramento charm! Eddie the hair stylist is so fun and talented as well as cute!!! If anyone asks me where to get a bikini wax I always say THEA'S! The girl gets it done. She is a great makeup artist and knows her colors. I must try a facial from her next:) read more

Right in the center of midtown Sacramento stands Thea a salon that feeds your soul as it pampers your body. It offers services for a full inner and outer body experience. Thea is a salon that all should aspire to be. Located at 910 21st its convenient to shopping, eating and strolling and has street side parking. Upon entering you are greeted the very friendly and hip looking Holly and a clean well stocked store front. If you have any questions on any of the must have products and the benefits they provide you everyone here is happy and able to answer. This gem is owned by Thea Renfrew a well educated and warm lady who truly believes in helping everyone feel and look as beautiful as they are. She offers many services that pampers a body. I went in for my first treatment to sculpt and lift. Thea made me feel comfortable and answered all of my questions and gave me excellent instructions about what to expect and maintaining my treatments so I would get the full benefits and continue to reach the goals I desire. Thea took the time to go over skin care and diet ! Before leaving I grabbed a full list of Thea's services and can't wait to go in for a facial, hair and waxing! This will be MY salon and I am recommending it to everyone!!!! read more

my sister and i purchased 4 gift certificates to use at theas- the gift certficates are valid and current and they refuse to honor them, refuse to call or email us back... we are actually going to look about ways to settle this matter in court, this is not the end... i dont know how they expect to gain any new customers with such a foul attitude towards potential regulars. i would NEVER EVER give them a dime in business or recomend them, and if you are careful in reading the other negative reviews, instead of just reviews from their friends and family, i think you would notice a pattern with dissatisfied EX customers... read more

Apparently they have some issues with booking appointments. I received a spafinder.com gift card and through their website found Thea. I called early last week to make an appointment around 5pm on Friday. I was told 4:15 pm was available, so I took it. The day before I received a confirmation phone call and was then told my appointment was for 4:45 pm...ok, that works too! I arrived at 4:40 pm to check in and was told to have a seat. I waited patiently till about 4:55 pm when I asked the receptionist how much longer it was going to be? She looked at her computer and then informed me it would be about 10 more minutes, Thea was finishing up with another waxing appointment...what...my appointment was at 4:45 pm, right? I was then informed that my appointment was for 5:45 pm! Did the receptionist honestly think that I would arrive one hour early for my 5 min lip wax appointment!? The girl at the front desk didn't see too concerned about it all, so I left frustrated and disappointed...I guess the poor reviews about this place are right :( read more

My daughter was in town from San Fran and we were looking to spend a nice mom and daughter day. Called this place to book an appointment for a massage and facials. The lady who answered the phone was very friendly and nice. It was great they had room for us on the same day! So we drove 45 min. downtown only to learn that they had screwed up the appointment. The lady who I beleive was the owner apparently had a friend call her on her personal cell phone and book an appointment. The receptionist had no idea because no one had communicated this fact with her. What this meant to my daughter and I was we were not going to get the massage/facial we had booked over the phone earlier that day. What was worse is the owner tried to blame us for not making the appointments days in advance... She had no other options for us, and trust me we were open to options. I wasted my time and a lot of gas, and I didn't even get an "I'm sorry". Very Unprofessional! read more

Good experience gone bad (wedding day make-up: make sure you get the proper quote and then double check it). I have to say that my overall experience with Thea (the owner) was good, she definitely has a lot of experience and has a great make-up product line. She worked on me, my mom and my aunt and we were all pretty pleased with the results. Unfortunately, it wasn't until a few days later that I noticed my receipt and that she had charged me $100 for my wedding makeup when I was told (about a month or so prior) that it was only $65. When I called her about the overcharged, she defended her position in that her price has always been $100, that her price was reasonable for the amount of experience she had, and that me, my mom and my aunt were all happy with the service- and she asked me why I was making a big deal out of $35. Why is she making a deal out of $35 1. My original quote when I first went in a month or so prior was $65- it was even written down for me on a sticky note. 2. her price list has "make-up application @ $65" and "wedding makeup with consultation @ $100". I did NOT get a consultation prior to the day of the makeup application- her reason is that the consultation is included whether I want it or not and I chose not to and she said all it's for is picking out colors which is what we did the day of. 3. I went to four other hair/makeup places that were within a few blocks of Thea's and were comparable to the $65- all were between $45-65 specifically for wedding day makeup. I chose Thea's because I liked the atmosphere when I first came by. If I would've known it was $100, I would have kept on walking. 4. I was satisfied with the service so I gave her a very generous tip on behalf of myself, my mom and my aunt. Even taking that into consideration, she still thought I was unreasonable to ask for a refund of the overcharged $35. So, regardless of how good the service was, I lose a lot of respect for people who don't own up to their mistakes or mis-quotes and would never do business with someone like that again. read more

Thea is a great Midtown Day Spa. I enjoyed the facial services and products I received there and would highly recommend them for facial services and products. read more

I walked in on a whim to get makeup done for an event. The young woman at the desk did a great job and was so helpful. She took a lot of time and care and I felt great afterwards. read more

I just had my thermal reconditioning touched up by Laura Nash. I have had it done 4 times and I really think this time is the best. My hair is frizzy and wavy and I was sick of flat ironing the grow out but I haven't had to at all after this touch up. Its so great not to spend 45 min. doing it myself in the morning . I was nervous to try a new stylist but my other one moved out of town and I had no choice. I did some calling around and found out Laura at Thea skin hair body mind has been doing thermal reconditioning for 8 yrs. so I felt better knowing the stylist has lots of experience. She did a great job and didn't take as long as I was used to-so add a star for that-I will go back for sure when I need it again in 6mo. She uses the brand Liscio -its the best product for thermal reconditioning so you know she cares about quality. I highly recommend her and will probably get my color done from her to. read more

I recently used my living social package for a facial (total of 3 microderm visits for $100 or 2 skin peels for $85)...My experience was not only weird, but I ended up calling my friend right after to ask her what her experience was like (she went the week prior). Come to find out, we had the exact same negative experience. The owner gave both of us a hard sales pitch during our peels...I asked if the difference in cost would be credited and she said she would do something about it. So right after the quick peel and sales experience..and by the way, it was not a real facial..it was just a quick cleanse your face and then slap on a peel then wipe it off and put on sunscreen...I headed out to the front desk and asked her if I could use the difference in price of what I paid and what the peels cost, on purchasing a product and she said no..and she told me that I got a higher end peel that costs more. The point of my review is that there obviously was a lack of communication and it is the responsibility of the business (saleswoman or owner) to communicate and ask the client if that works for them. If I had known what I was really buying into on living social, I would not have made the purchase. Both my girlfriend and I felt that we were taken advantage of and living social didn't clearly communicate what we were being sold. I receive longer, more relaxing and non-sales experience facials that come with peels at LUXE Salon and Day Spa. They always treat me well and my facials are exactly what I look for...So next time make sure you do your homework before you sign up or buy a gift card...because not all facials and peels are the same...and I learned that the hard way. Good luck! read more

HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!!! I will never go back to this salon. First of all my appointment was at 2:00 and I sat in the waiting room for about 20 minutes. After filling out the intake form I was taken to the room and told, by Thea, that she was going to look at my form. She didn't come back for at least 10 minutes. I opted for a scrub or peel and was told that it was a 45 min.-1 hour facial. It was over in 30 minutes and it was not in the least relaxing or enjoyable. Thea tried to sell me all of her products and would not give me advice about other products....obviously more concerned about her business than her customers. I had received a gift certificate for my birthday (otherwise I would not have come) and Thea refused to take it. Apparently I should have read the other reviews before coming here. She was incredibly rude and told me that she didn't care about my business because I was a new client. I was in shock about this whole experience...I've never been treated so terribly by any business before. read more