Bella Donna Mae’s Spa & Beach Cottage

My friends have always told me that I have great skin. I rarely would get facials because I never needed it and every time I had gotten one, my skin would break out and look worse. So recently when my skin went on the fritz after a stressful few months, I was still resistant to seeing a specialist. But after months of a single overly-​zealous pimple would not go away, I knew I needed help.
Bella Donna Mae responded by text soon after I left her a voicemail that I could see her the same day. I booked her right away and it was THE BEST decision! Bella has a whole arsenal of natural ingredients — fresh rosemary, tumeric/​clove spices, essential oils — that do just as good of a job if not better than all that unnatural chemically stuff. To top it off, she’s an Nurse Aesthetician, so was able to kick that pimple’s ass! Even days after my treatment, my skin is the best it’s ever looked.
Most importantly, you get the sense that Bella is passionate about her job. She’s on a mission to make you look your best! She believes in restoring your skin and customizes the treatment to how your skin is in that moment. I’m now a believer in getting facials regularly, but only with Bella Donna Mae!

Bella Donna Mae is my saviour. My skin and soul feel better than ever after a sessions with her. All organic, personalized facial treatment, you cannot beat it. She is a a dream!

Bella Donna Mae spa is my savior! Not only does Donna customize each facial for her guests, she also gives advice on how to maintain healthy skin. Donna is a licensed nurse and you can trust her opinion.
Her spa provides a fresh and natural facial that leaves you wanting more! She provides various services, Micro dermabrasion, vitamin C treatments and many more. I also love the rosemary and fresh herbs that she uses during her facials!
Bella Donna Mae’s services are now located within Scissors hair salon on Main Street, go check her out the address is: 2303 Main Street

I can’t remember the last time I’ve had a facial or if I ever really had one. I can tell you after my visit to Bella Donna Mae’s Spa it’s a moot point. No one has ever really had a facial like the one I received in this cozy, warm and inviting environment. Beautiful ambiance, soothing lights, soundscapes and a gift were waiting for me when I arrived. Donna Mae greeted me with a smile and a cup of herb tea. While I sipped on the tea, she proceeded to give me a brief overview of her spa, products and techniques she would be using on my skin. She used all natural products which made my face tingle with joy. She intuitively knows which product to use on each client for the best results. As an actress under hot light and lots of make up for hours at a time, it’s important for me to treat my face with tender loving care. That’s what I get when I visit Bella Donna Mae and that’s why I call her Goddess. And the compliments I’m still receiving after my first visit with her reminds me to book my next appointment immediately! Thank you Donna Mae.

Wow! What an amazing experience! BELLA DONNA MAE IS THE BOMB!
Donna Mae just started working at Scissors Salon at Main St, Santa Monica as the new Aesthetician and did an outstanding job on my face.
First of all, Donna Mae has a wonderful, caring and motherly personality that makes one feel at home immediately. She welcomed me into her room that smelled like essential oils and looked so cozy; there even was a fireplace.
As far as the facial goes, Donna Mae used REAL fresh rosemary and organic lemons to clean my face naturally. I enjoyed the smells and the fact that there were no harsh chemicals used.
Also, she did not squeeze my face, but used a flat vibrating device that gently pushed blackheads and dirt out of my pores. I loved how soft and smooth my face felt after. It was impressive too that I did not leave with redness on my skin. Such a gentle way of doing this. I’m a fan!
Donna Mae has some serious massaging skills! Man, when she gave me that neck & head massage I just could not stop smiling :-)
At the end of the treatment (I got the 90 minutes one) I got a Vitamin C mask that was put all over my face, chest area, and even my hands. My skin tightened dramatically, and the feedback from my friend was raging: «Wow, your skin is glowing», and «You look so young».
I will absolutely be back and cannot stop looking in the mirror.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!

PAMPERING AT ITS BEST WITH HOME GROWN ORGANIC TREATMENTS!
I am not sure how I lived before without my Italiana Bella Donna! The pampering starts with her sparking and warm personality! Next, organic tea and alkaline water is your first step to beauty before your facial treatments.
You will notice Bella Donna has a lush garden of fruits and herbs which are often used in her treatments. I really love how she uses lemon, rosemary, tumeric, and cloves on my skin. I don’t like to use a lot of harsh chemicals since I have sensitive skin and Bella Donna knows all of the natural tricks to pamper and brighten your face!
Also, Bella Donna does not squeeze your face! She has this wonderful device that vibrates the clogs, blackheads, and oils right out of your face! No pain or redness when you leave — now that’s real papering!
My favorite part of the facial comes at the end — The High Frequency Ozone Device which purifies and sterilizes the skin and reduces inflammation!
Also, she does not have an alignment with a particular brand of products. Bella Donna uses the best and carefully reads through labels to make sure the right ingredients are used.
I have been to Bella Donna twice now and will continue to go regularly! It’s the perfect place to relax and paper your skin! :)

I’ve had lots and lots and lots of facials in my life in LA and NYC. Donna Mae is the absolute best by far. She uses all of the best ingredients, products and tools combined with suuuuuuuch attention to detail and pride in her masterpiece… my face. YOUR face.
Donna Mae isn’t afraid to spend the time she needs each session to make you perfect. She cares deeply about you and your well being, healing your skin both inside and out. Her bedside manner – as a former hospital nurse – is outstanding.
It’s been a tough yet exciting year (I am grabbing ahold of career dreams while last July, we learned of major illness in the family), and I’m not sure what I would have done if I hadn’t been so lucky to find Donna Mae. For the first time since junior high school, I’ve been able to go out makeup-​less and feel just as beautiful without makeup as as I do when I’m all done up. Now, THAT is priceless. Thank You!!!

This post is long overdue and after just having a horrible experience with someone else I thought I needed to even it out with a good one.
I came here about a year ago. The location wasn’t the best for me since I live in Hollywood but I thought I would make a day of it in Santa Monica and go to the beach that weekend so I bought the Groupon that I was looking at. When I first got there it was kind of weird because I went to the front house that is in front of her cottage. Thought it was weird but whatever I got to her. I immediately felt comfortable and welcomed the moment I met her. We spoke throughout the entire facial and I literally left with GLOWING, let me say this again GLOWING, better than a babies bottom skin. She is amazing!
Hands down 100% knows her stuff and used to be a nurse or something so we were talking about a lot of different subjects. Also appreciated how when I asked her when I should come back she said maybe 6 months but up to me since I have good skin. I’ve mentioned before that this is my test to see if I’m working with a PROFESSIONAL or someone that only wants my money.
Also a show of her character, and maybe TMI, I had two or 3 really small pimples that I told her I wanted her to get rid of and she immediately asked me if I was on my period. I laughed and said yes but she said they were 100% hormones and being that I had very good skin she didn’t want to mess with it unnecessary since she assured me that those would go away within a day and they were gone basically after the cleaning without popping or anything! She just used her professional machines that didn’t hurt or anything.
After this last bad experience with someone else. This place is definitely worth the drive and the money! I’m sorry I ever strayed!

I cannot say enough good things about Donna Mae. Her facials are amazing, customized and she really spends quality time with you and your skin. You are never rushed and you can really relax and enjoy. It is not a typical «spa» but rather a tucked away cottage in a lovely neighborhood (with plenty of parking yay).
When you arrive you are greeted with herbal tea and alkaline water and are able to have a seat and can calmly change, wind down and get ready for your treatment. Donna Mae uses actual herbs and literally natural ingredients on your face! She uses a special tool for extractions and is not going around and squeezing your face.
Like everyone says, she explains what she is doing and really truly takes her time and customizes the facial to your skin type. She makes you feel SO comfortable and peaceful, i really love seeing her — not only for her facial, but for her company as well. She is a beautiful person and i leave with my face looking and feeling fresh, clean and actually glowing.
Something else of note that i really appreciated is that she does not push any products on you and it is not an in and out rush job by ANY means.
I have had A LOT of facials in my day, but this one is truly the best.
Could not recommend Donna Mae enough!

I first found Bella Donna Mae through a Groupon and I’m so glad I did. Bella Donna Mae is such a gem that I almost don’t want to write this review because I want to be selfish and not share, but really. This is the only place that I go to consistently and this is a testament to how great she is because I used to never spend more than $ 50 on a facial, but it’s definitely worth it. This is pretty much the only place I go to now. Recently I received a gift voucher for a facial at the Bliss Spa at the W Hotel, but I wasn’t as satisfied with the results as I am when I go to Bella Donna. I think what keeps me coming back is that every visit is customized and that I actually see results that last more than a couple, few days. Her treatments are effective. An extra bonus that I love are her fruit infused alkaline waters and teas, which is always different every visit. She is a very warm and kind person and I would definitely recommend her. The only thing is that the location is a bit unassuming and hard to find at first, but it’s great because it’s not on a busy street so you don’t have to fight traffic and she provides free parking.

I love this place! I love Donna Mae! This is as personal as you get. As soon as you walk in, she has fruit and herb infused water AND tea that she made just for you. Each time I’ve gone it’s been a different flavor. She looks at your skin and then tells you what you need, as well as tells you why a certain product or skin care regimen is good for your skin. I love how she explains everything as she does it. Although she is a nurse professionally, THIS is what she was meant to do. You can see how passionate she is about skin care and helping people look and feel better. I cannot say enough good things about Bella Donna Mae’s Spa & Beach Cottage. I love her, I love her, I love her!

This place is great! It is so private and she really tailors your treatment to what you need. I felt super relaxed and my face has never looked better. She takes you through what she is doing and gave me some really great advice on how to take care of my skin. She had tea and orange infused alkaline water waiting for me when I arrived. The morning after, she checked up on how my face was doing, which was great. I will definitely be coming back! Thank you Bella Donna Mae!

Bella Donna Mae is amazing. Her spa feels like a little relaxing getaway. She customizes your facial according to your needs and is so knowledgeable about anything and everything when it comes to your skin! My skin looks great and I can’t wait to go back again.

You know that when you get a facial from a nurse, you’re in good hands. I’m a nurse as well and things like that matter to me! Bella Donna is a friendly, knowledgeable aesthetician. It’s always a little weird to turn your face over to someone else for an hour, but she answered every question I had and talked me through what she was doing.
After we were done, I was really happy with the results. My skin has never felt or looked this good in recent memory. She has an herb garden on hand as well as local produce from the Santa Monica farmer’s market to make a lot of what she uses on your face. The location is great, tucked away from the street in a quaint beach cottage. Extra points for being from Jersey. I really can’t say enough about her. I can’t wait to come back!

I’m no expert on facials, it’s hard for me to judge how «effective» they are for me but I’ve had a couple facials with other well-​reviewed salons in LA and Bella Donna Mae definitely stands out as a special experience. The beach cottage location is private and off the busy streets in Santa Monica. Bella Donna goes the extra mile of preparing special water and hot tea for every guest, and customizes the products used based on your skin type. She is happy to share her wealth of knowledge about skin products, natural herbs, and more. I like that she explained what she was doing, including the various tools used like the ultrasonic spatula. I felt like I didn’t have as many extractions as at a previous facial, but perhaps I did not have as many clogged pores this time.
She has a very warm personality that instantly welcomes you, she even asked me for a hug on the way out and showed me her herb garden which she uses for her treatments.

I got a coupon as a gift from my sister to Bella Donna Mae’s Spa because I usually don’t care to go to get a facial or anything like that… but oh what an amazing gift this turned out to be!
First of all, the location: I love the little, almost hidden cottage off the busy streets. You already feel relaxed as you walk into the tree-​crowned street.
Second: Donna Mae. She’s…I don’t even know how to describe her… She’s a Giver. She’ll make you feel like you’re back home with an old friend while she’s doing her magic with all those creams and masks and more. She’s amazing. I’ve only been there twice and I miss her.
Third: the facial. I don’t have a WHOLE lot of experiences with facials, I used to go to another place for years, so I can’t really compare it to what’s out there, but whatever she’s doing is — as I said — magic. I love that she’ll show you everything she’s using, and she’s using about a thousand different stuff in an hour. And you WILL look and feel beautiful afterwards :)
Please go and try. I’m telling you, you really should :)

Was in town for business from the east coast. Found Bella Donna Mae’s spa through Unilocal.After reading the reviews I gave her a try. Thank you to all who left reviews. I travel a lot and really count on the reviews when traveling.
Bella Donna has a genuine passion for her clients and really takes pride in her work. I was greeted with a cup of tea and fresh mint. Lavender essence was in the air which immediately relaxed me. Donna pulled the hot towel from her warmer and one thing I noticed was how many times she checked the temperature of the towel to make sure it was just right. She really exceeded my expectations.
Two days later and my face feels absolutely amazing!
Thank you Bella Donna for your outstanding service. Your commitment to excellence really shines (literally in my face) I’ll be back to Santa Monica soon and look forward for my next facial with you.

I was a facial virgin until I went to see Bella Donna Mae, and I’m pretty sure I’m now spoiled and have incredibly high expectations of any future facials.
Her cottage is so quiet and charming. She had a refreshing fresh mint infused water and two strawberries ready for me while we chatted about my skin. Her place was perfectly decorated and smelled amazing — I immediately knew I was in for an unbeatable pampering.
During the facial, Bella Donna Mae explained the different top-​of-​the-​line tools and serums she was applying as well as the benefits of each. It is incredible how gifted she is with her touch and knowledge of skin! She uses different products based on the condition of your skin so no two people will receive the same facial. I left feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, and my skin is still glowing on day 2!
I definitely recommend going to see Bella Donna Mae if you want to be pampered by someone who genuinely cares about healing your skin. I will absolutely be back!

I had an amazing facial from Bella yesterday. From the moment I walked in her gorgeous cottage I felt taken care of.
I felt a quick connection with her, and immediately felt at ease and that I had lucked out meeting her. Not only is she a nurse, but she is extremely knowledgable in various types of skin issues, and only uses the best products.
She went up and beyond for me, and I feel blessed to have met her. I will be back. Probably every two weeks!
Thank you, Bella!

I’m speechless!
my coworker came into work one morning ranting and raving about the facial she got through groupon. Knowing what a spa-​whore i am, she convinced me to try it. Usually im really skeptical about spa deals on groupon because they always HALF-​ASS it since they’re not making money off it. …but WOW!
I have never been pampered this way. From the big hug she welcomes you with, to the refreshing infused water she has you sip on while chatting about your skin, the top of the line products, and the over the top experience she gives you. This woman is amazing! I am so grateful for finding her. I walked out of that appointment with a great new friend.
Do yourself a favor and try her out!

Treat yourself. Donna Mae is a fantastic escape tucked away in SM. Remember to ask for the address as they like to keep a low profile :)
Will certainly be going back.

I bought a facial here through Groupon. Best. Decision. Ever.
The wonderful experience starts with walking through Bella Donna Mae’s garden into her cottage, where I was welcomed with a big hug and fruit infused water. Her place smells amazing and the music is great! She makes you feel very welcomed and pampered right away.
She uses top of the line technology and serums/​moisturizers/​oils from around the world to ensure you leave with perfect skin! She’s also a nurse, so I felt very safe with everything she did/​said. She also let me sit in front of her LED red light treatment after the facial, which has many anti-​aging benefits!
I woke up today and my skin is a.m.a.z.i.n.g. I will be coming back EVERY single month! You MUST try her!!!

Best.Facial.Ever.
Walking up to Bella Donna Mae’s Salon Beach cottage I felt welcomed (the fresh herb garden and fruit trees outside smelled so good!) Walking into the cottage I was welcomed by Bella Donna Mae’s gorgeous smile and the smell of fresh rosemary, lemon, and lavender. Bella Donna Mae was so sweet, kind and nurturing; I’ve never felt so pampered before! She had the most amazing hot tea and rosemary, lemon and mint infused water waiting for me.
The salon is so inviting; warm, cozy, chic and stocked with professional tools of the trade. As I relaxed on the warm massage table I received an invigorating facial cleanse with steam and all natural products — some from her herb garden! Facial topped off with warm towels and more herb infused water and teas was the perfect ending to the day.
Bottom line you MUST call and schedule your facial with Bella Donna Mae; I will be going back for Vitamin C treatments, and of course, trying more of her large array of facials.