Aria Skin & Body Studio

I visited Aria two years ago when I was on a brief vacation to San Francisco area, and I have not stopped thinking about it since. I went in for a much-​needed bikini wax and ended up booking an energy-​balancing facial a couple days later because Thy’s beautiful, healing energy was just what I needed. I cannot recommend her enough. I dream of flying to San Francisco just to visit her, even though it would cost me thousands of dollars!

This place, and Thy, are wonderful! One of the best facials I’ve ever had! The products she uses, together with her healing touch, create a magical, nourishing experience. Some have mentioned it is pricey. I didn’t think so at all. But then, I’ve had facials at some of the best spas in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Scottsdale, etc. Thy is right up there with the best, and for less money!

Let me just start by saying I’m a bit of a facial snob. I know the really really good from the average from the «oh my god what did she do to my face!!» Thy is beyond really good. She’s a life saver. She’s pleasant as hell. I had an excellent experience from the first minute I walked in right up until I left.
Thy is a very warm, kind and genuine person. Upon meeting her, I felt right at home. Extra bonus is she has evening appointments (was able to see her at 6:45pm on a Thursday evening), so those with busy schedules can and must still make the time to see her. Her offices close at 8pm. But I would honestly take time out of my work day to see her.
The appointment starts with a skin analysis and then she starts to do her thing. It was so pleasant and relaxing and the major difference between this facial and ones I’ve had the last couple years since moving back to the Bay Area from the east coast, was the I could actually see AND feel a difference. My skin literally glowed after my appointment. I got compliments from strangers. It was weird. It was surreal. It was awesome. This lady obviously knows her stuff and I am so over the moon happy to have found her. I’ve already recommended her to a number of people and will continue to do so (but sparingly, because she books up fast and often — I want to keep her all to myself!)

The new location was easy for me to get to and I had no problem parking. Thy offered me tea while I waited, and there was a friendly dog who kept me company in the lobby.
The massage table has heated blankets underneath, so I felt comfortable and supported the whole time. The facial itself was really good… immediately my skin was glowing. Days later my skin did flake off some, but the complexion underneath was really good. I got an «energy» facial which means that at the end of the skin treatment Thy spent time going through my energetic body… she’s a competent healer, and whatever you call it, it doesn’t matter. There is something truly special here. If like me you opt for the energy facial, trust that you’re in good hands…

Update: I have been seeing Thy RELIGIOUSLY for over 2 years now! I don’t know what I would do without her!
I subscribe to the monthly facial package, which is an extremely affordable way to get regular facials. It’s actually the only way I can afford regular facials, and it’s so worth it! Thy checks your skin every time and customizes your facial based on how your skin’s condition. I have *extremely* sensitive skin and Thy only uses natural products that get the job done but are gentle to your skin. I get compliments on my skin all the time and people at work as me about my routine — I only wash my face once a day! No fancy products, just Thy’s amazing facials keep my skin clear and soft.
Also, I’ve had makeup artists from Nordstrom’s walk up to me at a bar and say «whoever does your eyebrows, the shape is perfect». I’ve got Thy to thank for that too. Someone said eyebrows on fleek and I didn’t even know what the hell it meant at the time.
I look forward to seeing her each month. Her office is calm, relaxing and she just makes you feel so comfortable and pampered. It’s become a critical piece in my «take care of me» routine to not only look good, but deal with stress. Her skills are celebrity-​status, but with the monthly package deal it’s a bargain!

I love love love Thy’s facials. They are customized for your skin type and she truly pays attention to the details. I feel rejuvenated and fresh after my facials and of course super relaxed cuz she’s got magical massaging hands!!! Ideal location in downtown and a peaceful sanctuary in the 500 Sutter St. I think her rates are reasonable and totally worth it — I highly recommend her services!

Thy is very warm and attmtive. She is very knowledgeable and takes her profession seriously. It seems like she loves what she does. Very good facial. I highly recommend her!

I saw Thy for a Brazilian wax. She is super sweet, kind and friendly. She is detail oriented, thorough and efficient. Highly recommend!

I started coming to Thy 3 months ago for help with my rosacea (red face) after failing to see consistent results from the previous place I had been going to. My previous place had good reviews but not great and did a good job not great.
After the first visit with Thy I noticed a night and day difference in the quality of my face. A lot of us guys are reluctant to seek help for our red faces but Thy has made it easy and its a pleasure to get my rosacea under control. She is now my go to and I would not think of going anywhere else.
I can not overstate the fact that this is one of those situations where you truly get what you pay for. There may be cheaper places out there but beware. You will not see the results that Thy will provide you.

For the first time, in a long time, I am going to keep my next waxing apt! I am one of those girls who avoids waxing like the plague until I just can’t put it off any longer and end up having to start from the beginning again (yes, I am my own worst enemy). I have really sensitive skin and tend to have a lot of redness and pain in the days following a brazilian wax and I have had many estheticians recommend products to help but nothing compares to my experience with Thy.
Not only was the experience less painful but it was also perfect as far as no leftover wax, missed spots, or bruising. It may have been the best wax I have ever had! Then to top it off she recommended a product to use daily that took care of all my post-​waxing skin irritation.
I found Thy almost by accident. I was near Union Square one night and had some extra time so I searched for the highest rated salon near me. She was able to fit me in on the short notice and I will definitely be back! I can’t wait to try the facials!

Very impressed with my experience here. Thy is a fantastic esthetician and gives an amazing massage during your facial. I found her to be very knowledgeable about skin health and skin care and appreciated that she did not try to push products on me, as most salons do. Her spa is tiny, adorable and very relaxing from the moment you walk in the door. The facial was very thorough and my skin looks great. I will definitely be back!

Excellent! Thy has made facials into a healing experience. She has an excellent touch and gives a wonderful neck/​shoulder massage during the facial. She uses excellent products, and I felt so relaxed after leaving. The office is very clean and relaxing, and Thy includes some energy work at the end of the session which clears out the chakras. A wonderful experience overall.

Let me start off by saying Thy is soooo nice and super sweet, awesome personality! I also thoroughly appreciate the convenience of booking an appointment online. So it kind of pains me to say I was really unhappy with my facial.
I was looking for a great clinical facial to clean out all the gunk in my pores and saw excellent reviews of Thy/​Aria on Unilocal.I’m no newbie to facials and know that extractions can hurt like a biatch! However, I think Thy’s technique might not have been great as my skin felt really bruised and I had a lot of scabs on my face the day after my facial. And the pores on/​around my nose, which normally feels super clean after a good facial, still had plenty of clogs afterwards!
I think the real kicker was when I came home and my husband said to me «Hmm your face looks redder than normal after facials… it kind of looks like I did your facial!» UGH. I am now rubbing aloe, Neosporin, and mederma all over my extractions in hopes that they heal faster with no scarring. BOOOOO.

Thy is SO fun to talk to and made the entire experience a lot of fun. Super pricey, but totally super comfortable!
I was in out and on with life in about 15 minutes?! Fantastic!

I’ve had several B waxes in my 32 years… I have a person I got to on a consistent basis in Monterey but I haven’t had anyone like Penn. What an epic waxing experience. I had been saving up and instead of a 10 minute quickie that I’m used to (which unfortunately leaves me with not a 100% hair free job), I was treated to nearly an hour of waxing (2 kinds) and a whole bunch of tweezing… ouch but so worth it. I literally felt lighter and years younger when I left. Not to mention she is charges $ 10 less than what I feel is the going rate these days. Penn is your best bet.
I wanted to hug her, I probably did. I will make visiting Penn a top priority when I visit the city moving forward. She is conveniently located kitty corner to Union Square pretty much in front of one of my favorite shops BCBG.
Thanks Penn! See you soon! XOXO

I’ve only been here once so I’m reserving room for an additional star in the future, but Thy definitely deserves high marks. I’ve been looking for a new spot to manage the woman-​parts area, preferably somewhere near my office where I can jet to during lunch or after work. Unfortunately (or fortunately, in the end), I was under a time crunch as I was headed out of town and needed to get this done. I usually get a wax at the same salon where I get a mani/​pedi, but lately I’ve been underwhelmed and dreading it as she’s not quite meticulous nor pain-​free (for $ 25, what can you expect?).
Enter Unilocal,many searches, filters added, and voila — we have Aria Skin & Body Studio + Thy. I expected the pricing for a brazilian to range anywhere from $ 65 – 85, but I did see that first timers who mention Unilocal receive 20% off. I booked a same day appointment and headed over. Thy greeted me and her place was so inviting — great scents, nice ambiance, bright but also calming. We got started after she set up for a few minutes and we talked the entire time. She explained the difference of using hard + soft wax depending on how many times you need to apply it, yada yada.
I was really pleased with my overall experience. At no point did our conversation seem forced, and she was very careful when handling me but also ensured that it was as painless as possible. Paying is a cinch as she does accept credit cards and uses Square (to which you can add a tip). I’ll definitely return!

Thy is fabulous. I mean, I’m not really sure how you get into the hooch waxing gig, but I’m really glad she did because she gave me a really painless wax.
I had been sugaring for quite some time so I was nervous to go back to waxing since it has the reputation for being way more painful. Not to worry, Thy was both quick, meticulous, and efficient. Not only that, she was great at distracting you from what was happening down below with fun conversations. She was super easy to talk to.
Booking with her is also a snap as she’s open late for people who have 9−5s and has online booking available to avoid awkward office phone conversations that go like this:
You: Hi I’d like to make an appointment?
(pause)
You, in a MUCH lower tone of voice: Brazilian?
(pause)
You, louder: BRAZILIAN?
You get 20% off your first visit if you mention Unilocal but from what I’ve seen, she has relatively competitive pricing. Would be great if you could buy a pack of a few services for cheaper but honestly, I have no complaints. Will definitely be back.

Aria Skin & Body: More than a spa it’s a place of healing!
I have been searching high and low for someone like Thy! I have been going to Aria for the last month for aura cleansing & healing sessions. Thy is a natural healer and provides a safe space to receive this unique service. This service can also be paired with a facial for those who aren’t too certain about the healing process but still want to experience it.
The thing I love the most about this service is that you learn a lot about yourself. I am no stranger to counseling services and I can say with confidence that I never got much out of it (other than a bill). I have recently started a new phase of my life and I wanted to move forward in a more positive and constructive way. Thy has helped me become more self aware, calm, and centered by learning more about feelings and emotions under the surface. I am now achieving things I never thought possible in a more spiritual & emotional approach.
I’m very grateful for Thy and the service she provides. It truly aided me in moving forward and working through road blocks in my life. Aside from the benefits from the healing process, Thy completes a facial massage in the process. Let me just say she has magic fingers! Come to Thy and you will understand ;)
Now is the time for healing! This service is for anyone who is ready to move forward is a clam and centered way. She has been so vital in my personal growth and for that I’m internally grateful.

Bottom line: Go here for a bikini wax.
Thy takes the time to get all up in there and take everything out while making it as painless as possible. She also chats with you about everything and anything so that you are distracted and is just lovely.

Think about an infomercial with one of those «do-​you-​really-​want-​THIS?» experiences happening. The yellow wax is sticking all over the place, the girl trying to apply it has a big, fat frown on her face, and the skin she’s just attempted to wax is all red.
Juxtapose that with a serene experience of progressive hard wax, no mess, and the careful hand of Thy, a licensed esthetician, removing your unwanted hair with minimal pain.
A pro at her craft, Thy rocks that griz right off of you.