JEM Skincare
Categories: Massage, Skin Care, Day Spas, Hair Removal [Edit]
14471 Big Basin WaySte C
Saratoga, CA 95070 (408) 872-0460
- Hours:
Tue-Sat 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. - Price Range: $$
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Parking: Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Accepts Insurance: No
- By Appointment Only: Yes
6 reviews
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26 Reviews for JEM Skincare
Jessica is awesome! I've had bad experiences in the past with getting my eyebrows waxed, lots of pain and I'd always end up with blisters. With Jessica there is very little pain and they always look great. I also love her facials and I swear my skin has never looked better. She is super nice and I really appreciate that she never pressures me into buy products or pushes extra services on me. I would recommend her to all my friends.
I have been going to see jessica for years! and absolutely love her. I just can't believe that I never reviewed her!
Thanks to Yelp, I found the perfect eyebrow wax. I was bummed that she moved to Saratoga, only b/c I'm lazy and it's further for me to get there. But her new space is lovely and as a small business owner, I'm totally proud of her.
She's great at what she does, and is totally reasonable. You really can't go wrong seeing her.
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Such a sweet lady. I love when people remember you and stories you tell them last timeyou were there. I usually go for eyebrow waxes. she has a nice soothing super clean studio in Saratoga. the best part is that her brazilians are virtually painless! i got my first one here and she made me feel completely comfortable and at ease.
Have yet to try her facials, but im sure they're just as amazing
Came here for bikini waxing. Jessica is really sweet, and gentle. She talks you through the whole process, and makes you feel really comfortable. Her place is clean and calming. I would come back for waxing, and maybe check out her other services.
Jessica is wonderful. Won-der-ful.
I went to her at the old location based on reviews on Yelp and it was such a good choice! That first appointment was prior to a 2 week Hawaiian honeymoon and I was looking to get my first ever bikini wax (grimace). There are so many ways an experience like that can go wrong, but she made me feel really comfortable, the pain was minimal, and the results were worth it.
I recently went back to see her in the new location which is really clean, bright and relaxing. She did a customized facial and I felt like a VIP. She talked to me in depth about my skin and surprise, surprise, I was doing things all wrong. I definitely came out of the facial a fresher and wiser version of myself, and I look forward to treating myself to her services again soon!
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I've been going to Jessica for over half a year now. She probably gives one of the best facials and I love the products she uses. She never leaves you alone inside the room once you've started, and she has the most gentle hands for extractions. She's the first esthetician who's told me that my skin is actually dry and not oily and switched up my whole routine, which I think has helped me a whole lot. The only beef I have is that I don't think she spends nearly enough time on extractions. I've had enough facials to know that my skin usually gets pretty clogged, and they usually spend a good amount of time doing extractions, but Jessica usually spends less than 5 minutes. Once I even had to tell her that she missed a whole spot on my chin. Maybe that's why my skin doesn't get as red after my facials with her. But other than that, it's generally a positive experience and a treat whenever I go see Jessica.
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I've been meaning to write this review for awhile, so here it is! I go to Jessica for my waxing, and she does a terrific job! My eyebrows are slightly uneven by nature, but she makes them look symmetrical and I am 99% of the time pleased with them. I've also had facials done by Jessica, which were very relaxing. Her prices are affordable for Saratoga, and she's really sweet too!
Some small (but loud) part of me doesn't want to write this review. Because she's already very busy (although she just moved to her own location!). Right. Nothing to do with the fact that I'd be the only guy writing her a review. Hmm.
Anyway.
She's fantastic. I had been constantly trying different places but stopped as soon as I found her. She finishes my waxing incredibly quickly, the pain is about as low as it gets, and I have the least irritation I've ever had. Oh, and her prices are completely reasonable. What more could you ask for?
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I went to JEM skincare at the older location. I thought Jessica was very sweet and friendly. Overall it's very good, but I still like Lavish a little more. When I went to Jessica, it just felt like she was taking sooo long. It's nice that she was spending time, but it felt like waxing sholdn't take THAT long. She was very gentle though, and I appreciated that. I got my eyebrows waxed too, but she didn't trim it.
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I got a Brazilian from Jessica a couple days ago. She was very friendly and sweet. It was my first time with her, and she made me feel pretty comfortable. I really liked how quick but thorough it was. Lols. I'd defenitely go back again.
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I didn't want to mess up her reviews so I put 4 stars but just in case you want to pay Jessica a visit, her VM says she's not accepting appointments for Sept because she's moving to a new location.
I went to get a customized facial ($80) done. It was my first time at Elements Beauty Essentials, and I was about 15 minutes late. (If you decide to go, El Paseo De Saratogo is a plaza and not a street.) Jessica was very understanding when I called to ask for further directions. She is such a calm and serene person that I immediately relaxed.
The facial was soothing and felt wonderful. She also has a very light touch when it comes to extractions which is RARE! I also appreciated being asked whether I prefer a light or heavy massage since everyone always give me a super heavy massage which ends up hurting!!
I walked out of there feeling amazingly refreshed, and my skin felt so much better. I ended up giving her a much larger tip than usual just to say thanks for being so accomodating since I was late. She didn't even cut my appointment short though that might be because I went in on a weekday afternoon so maybe it was a slow day??
Unlike other places, Jessica also did not try to sell me any of her products and only recommended one when I asked her to.
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I've been going to Jessica for over a year now and am still satisfied with the services I've received. The Express Facial w/extractions is an excellent value (45mins for $60)! She does such an awesome job that I continue to see her every 8 weeks. I've gotten waxed just about everywhere. She really does an excellent job of making you feel comfortable and relaxed. I recently got the Ultimate Body Treatment 90mins for $120 and although her space is small, she does an extremely good job of thoroughly exfoliating & moisturizing. I leave there each time feeling truly relaxed and rejuvenated!
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Jessica is amazing! She's done my eyebrows twice and they've come out great. Never again will I have angry eyebrows. I love how she is so easy to contact. She has a detailed voicemail stating when she is next available, so you know when you can schedule an appointment almost immediately.
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Just had a wonderful experience here! Jessica provides the perfect private place for a Brazilian wax. She is professional, funny, cute, and you feel comfortable with her immediately. This was my first visit and it will definitely not be my last!
Clean, (almost) pain free, quick, and thorough! Why settle for anything less? Her prices are comparable to other spas and there's plenty of parking in the plaza. Definitely give her a call before heading out in your bikini!
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Jessica has been doing my brow and lip waxing for almost 2 years now. She does a really great job, which is why I am a regular. She is also very sweet and caring and really takes an interest in her clients.
I've also had facials and a bikini wax (which was fine but I hate getting them... long live boy shorts!). I really appreciate that she doesn't try to push any products. She's just there to pamper you.
My husband goes to her for facials regularly (he's got bad skin). His face always looks amazing afterwards--super clean, smooth and glowing. He feels very comfortable around her... so much so that he always falls asleep during his treatments.
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If I were only made of skin I would have asked Jessica to marry me because she treated my skin so well.
The new location is just lovely - lots of open space, light colored walls. It kind of reminds me of a place by the sea.
I'll get right down to it. Get a Signature Facial. It is simply the best way to spend two hours of your time. JEM facials are unlike any other facial I've had. Here's why:
1) You don't have to change in a locker room and schlep a key.
2) Spend a nice 10 minutes relaxing with a foot soak, drinking a bit of water and shaking off the commute.
3) After the foot soak you are never left alone. Getting your pores steamed? Other spas would leave you alone in the room while they yack on the phone or shove a sandwich in their mouth. JEM gives you a scalp massage. Getting a mask or peel? Enjoy a neck and shoulder massage (a real massage, not some limp lotion application). Every minute is pure indulgence.
4) JEM gives you a personal skin consultation to identify what is going on with your skin, what JEM can do for you, and how to take care of your skin afterward.
5) Two words: foot massage.
6) The facial massage is so good I can't explain other than to say that It just feels wonderful.
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FOUR stars for now because I haven't gone yet. But I can already tell she's a nice person.
I called and got the voicemail. But I love how her voicemail message states which times she's available for that day and the upcoming days. I left a message asking for an appointment in 2 days. She called back to say she had time available. However, I did not call her back promptly so she gave away the appointment but we managed to schedule me for the next day.
I asked for the express facial and she recommended the customized facial since it would be my first time there. I am excited. Will write back about how it was!
*UPDATE 8/17/08
I realized I never updated my review. I still have been there only once but it was a great experience. I've been to other spas recently and none have compared to JEM! She is such a nice and talented aesthetician (speaking of which..why are there 2 different spellings now?? I've noticed this at spas..)
Although she's raised her prices a bit, I've realized I need to go back!!! I tried making a last minute appointment the second time but did not succeed since she was booked so that's why I've been exploring new spas...Anyway, great environment and quality service!
Over LaBella on Stevens Creek and Inspa and some other ones I can't recall..she's the best..especially at her prices!
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Jessica was really nice. She did a great job. I got my eyebrows waxed and I liked the shape. The place was very relaxing and I liked everything about it.
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Jessica Moore (maybe Rom, she just got married...) was really nice when I got my bikini waxed for the first time. Very professional. Her workspace is lovely, very relaxing, comfortable and clean. She also permed my eyelashes, and when she wasn't entirely happy with the results she had me come back so she could fix them.
Her services are very reasonably priced in my opinion.
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Jessica was very nice. I was a few minutes late because I had a hard time finding the place. She actually called me and gave me directions! Very clean and relaxing place. It was my first time getting a brazillian and she conversated with me the whole time and that put me at ease. I would go to her again.
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It was my first time getting a facial and I have to say that I was very happy with the results. I got the express facial which was a pretty good value. During my mask and the steam she gave me a great shoulder and neck massage. She is worth checking out.
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i got an eye brow wax and a brazilian. jessica was very friendly and made me feel totally comfortable. she did a great job on both waxes! my brows look amazing, but the only bummer was that a chunk of skin ripped off in the process :( i had a harry potter like scar for a week and then it went away. phew!!
my wax was clean, quick, thorough, and well, the pain is painful as usual! haha. i really recommend her and will defintely go back!
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I got an eyebrow wax. I had a great time. She was on time I was 5 mins. late. I've been going to another place to get my brows done however I always had to mention about the corners of brows that I didn't like plus it was far away. Jessica however didn't ask how I liked them. I thought I'd leave it to her. About 10-15mins later she gave me a mirror and wow they looked great. Didn't need to say anything.
I definitely would go back. $20 for eyebrow wax.
i got eye brow wax, Brazilian, upper lip wax, facial, and the ultimate body treatment (body salt + seaweed detox wrap) with Jessica. i was amazed. her place is small, but very cozy. she doesn't have one of those shower heads for cleaning the mud off of you, but she does such an AWESOME job using heated towels wiping the wraps off of you and it feels so soothing. i already booked my next appt and will go back at least 1-2 times a month! oh and her prices are SO reasonable.
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update (11/15)
wanted to add that Jessica is just absolutely the BEST! her signature facial is just to die for! soooo relaxing + my skin was so smooth and clean afterwards! she really cares about how your skin turns out! she's the best!
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update (11/26)
Jessica raised her prices :( some of my most favorite items are now almost the same as a spa. though i still go to Jessica because she is really good @ what she does and she's just a great person. she does the best jobs on eyebrows + Brazilian~! and all her treatments are just so relaxing.
and i must say... Jessica has some magical hands.... every time after seeing her, my skin becomes soooo refreshed and clean and my acne has improved so much. i've been looking for at least 10 months now since i've moved to Cupertino and i think that i've FINALLY found my facilist.! she just does wonders to my skin and i'm so happy i've found her!
and oh yeah most importantly her place is very sanitary and clean. that's one of the top things i look for as well.
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