The Mission of The Castro Day Spa is to provide exceptional quality and service customized to the needs of our clients. Our commitment is to provide a warm, inviting, unintimidating atmosphere for our clients: a nurturing haven from the grind of everyday life. To achieve these results, we provide only the highest quality services and utilize the best products available. Our passion for the work, and love for our clients, are what drive The Castro Day Spa. Come spend the day with us!
Max Green Alchemy™ delivers products that are petrochemical-free, GMO-free, lanolin-free, paraben-free, sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate-free, cruelty-free and certified vegan. Many mass market and even some “natural” body, skin and hair care products contain ethoxylates, synthetic thickeners, synthetic preservatives, parabens and other dubious ingredients like silicone and the ubiquitous grapefruit seed extract. Each of our ingredients is from pure plant origin. Our products are Certified Vegan by Vegan Action, Certified Cruelty Free by The Coalition For Consumer Information On Cosmetics aka Leaping Bunny and meet PETA's Cruelty-free and their Vegan standards.
My original education was through the Aveda Institute Denver. After I was finished with my schooling, I started a year and a half apprenticeship at El Salon Denver. There I had continued education in Vidal Sassoon, as well as Bumble&Bumble; I also had the opportunity to work on numerous published photo shoots and runway shows. I am currently with Edo Salon where my education continues with trips to the Bumble University in New York. I specialize in cutting, razor cuts, men's cuts, color and up-dos.
Sandy has been a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and Holistic Health Educator for over 22 years, and is a recent graduate of Psychic Horizons, a school for meditation, as an Intuitive Energy Reader and Healer~~ * Massage Therapy Customized massage therapy sessions blend soul soothing and pain relieving Swedish, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue and Sports Massage techniques, Trigger Point Therapy, Foot Reflexology and Reiki, providing you with deep relaxation, stress relief and faster recovery from injuries. Pre and post-natal massages are available as well. * Intuitive Energy Readings and Healings Need help making a shift in your life? A reading tunes into the subtle energies and subconscious patterns that influence you. A healing then facilitates the removal of blocked energy to make way for new uplifting energy. You will also learn some simple meditation techniques to protect yourself energetically. Sandy does not give advice or make predictions in the work she does, but rather helps empower you on your next steps. * Infant Massage Instruction Individual and group classes to teach simple massage techniques and empower parents to further bond with their babies through massage. Pre and post-natal massages are available as well.
The building at 3166-22nd street was built in 1924, with a Barber Shop in mind. Throughout the many years of the Barber Shops’ life, the interior of the shop had wood paneling, with large wall mirrors built into the walls on the right side of the shop. The stations were black with many storage cabinets for equipment and tools of the trade. It had an old fashioned cast iron leather barber chair and three other black leather ‘beauty shop’ chairs. There had been many other owners who rented the space at the barber shop. I met a family whose grandfather was the owner back in the 30’s. Of course the place looked a bit different then. I’ve also met other families whom had owned it in the 50’s and in the 70’s. They’ve all had great stories to tell. In the later part of the 80’s, my boss and good friend Mr. Holliday (Don) bought the space at the barber shop. He owned the spot for almost 22 years. I had worked with him for 14 of those years. The shop was then known as “Holliday’s Hair, Hair, Hair Barber Shop”. We always had customers come from all over the bay area for the services we offer. Whether it was for hair cuts, color or an opinion for the correct product to use or to buy. When I first started with Mr. Holliday, I came with my own clients. Over the years, I have acquired a larger clientele who have also become friends. Our shop has always given ‘great service’ to our customers. Sadly, my friend Mr. Holliday, known as “Doc Holliday” passed away. I then acquired the space at the Barber Shop, as the new Owner. I had a Grand Opening on June 1, 2004. All together it has been 23 years in the same location and in the profession for 36 years. I still offer the same ‘great service’ to my customers and carry on the tradition of the Barber Shop with a little twist of my own thrown in to bring a smooth relaxing sensation to your mind, body and hair – as both a barber and a cosmetologist. It’s a great place with an airy feel and warm, friendly conversation.
Pretty Pretty Collective is a lifestyle brand. We stand for beauty, art, fashion, education and culture. PPC culture is inclusive but never exclusive to beauty, hair, make-up, art, fashion, rock and roll, tattoos, hot rods, motorcycles, coffee, food and above all fun and creativity. Integrity and superior service is our passion. Owned by Georgia Rew aesthete and British import. The PPC embraces style and our culture via hair design( cut and color and everything in between) fashion production, event production, photography, makeup and revolving art installations curated by talent that is both local and global. PPC strives to enrich any neighborhood that becomes home with inspiring art and a vibrant culture of talent to keep you pretty in all aspects.
There's more to this than just Killer Eyebrows~ Also Available: 3D Eyebrows, Hairstroke Brows, Feathered Brows, Shadowed Brows, Permanent Eyeliner, Lip Liner, Scar Camouflage, Tattoo Removal, Needling (Wrinkle Reduction), Rejuvi (Tattoo Removal), Areola Reconstruction, Beauty Marks, Hair Stubble, etc. Other Spa Services: Eyelash Extensions, Facials, Hair Removal, Special Occasion Makeup, Moulage (Theatrical / Trauma Makeup) Client Feedback: “Wow, my eyeliner is really looking great already! Thanks again, I'm really pleased with it. I was talking to a clerk in the grocery store on Sunday, and I had my sunglasses on. I took them off to read something, and when I looked up at the clerk she said "oh wow, you have really pretty eyes!" No one's ever said that to me out of the clear blue before, so I'd say that's a testament to how much of a difference it's made. :^)” -Tricia R. April 1st, 2014 "I am so happy with my eyeliner. Thanks Mel" -Bella S. March 15, 2014 "Mel has done a wonderful job with my brows, eyes, and lips!! She has an artistic eye, and really cares about her clients." -Yvonne O. March 2, 2014 “I had permanent makeup done on upper and lower eyelids and also my eyebrows. I have had tons of compliments on how natural it looks and several of my friends have went and are very happy. I highly recommend Mel. It’s so great not to have to put liner on anymore. I love it!!!! She’s fast and the pain cream works great. I'm going back because I want to go even heavier on eyeliner. Whooo Hoo. Mel’s the best!” -Jo Ann W February 28, 2014 “WOW !!! I bought a package for my wife and returned to pick up a supermodel !!! Thanks Mel. My wife said Mel was awesome, explained everything, and made her very comfortable in asking questions, learning women stuff, and made her feel beautiful. Mel hooked her up with some soaps she makes ..... and I actually like one. My wife also returned with a sexy corset Mel fitted her with ...... you get the rest. Thanks Mel !!! She looks great. !!! I'll be back to buy the package for Valentine’s day.” -Matt T. January 20, 2014 “Mel did my permanent eyeliner, upper and lower. This was three days ago. I have had this done 3 times in past 10 years and she is the Bomb! I had no pain, results are looking great and no scabbing at all. I highly recommend her to everybody! I will be back for more in a couple of months.” -Astrid L. January 18, 2014 “Mel was GREAT!! she took the time to wait until I was completely numb. I did not have any pain. Her work is perfect!!! Definitely recommend her services. I am VERY pleased with the results.” -Lucinda Y. January 04, 2014 “I've had permanent eyeliner and eyebrows tattooed on by Mel and it looks fantastic! She has pictures and videos of her work, you can check it out before hand so you're completely comfortable. The best part is that it was PAIN FREE. Yep that's right, she numbs the area first with a numbing cream so I didn't feel a thing. The tattoos do look a little dark at first. After about a week the color will fade to the perfect shade so don't freak out. As an added bonus Mel also makes her own soaps and jewelry. I'm so happy that I don't have to cross the bridge to get this great service.” -Stephanie M. December 29, 2012 “Extremely gentle & procedure was quick and with mild discomfort.”-Aida W. December 29, 2013 “Great experience! Lots of personal touches. Mel was careful in asking and understanding what I wanted my end result to be, and explaining the process from start to finish. Her experience is obvious; her suggestions were good and made me very comfortable that she was both confident in and skilled at her work. Very relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely be back, it was worth the hour drive.” -Trisha R. December 10, 2013 "I adore Mel and her eye brow skin liner lips tattoo skills!" -Emily G. October 24, 2014 "I am so impressed with the treatment and the look I got, Don't know why I hadn't gotten it done by Mel sooner! She's great!"-Linda M. December 4, 2013 "Beautiful work and very nice. Used voucher for eyebrows yesterday and loved her work so much, I was back today to start lips and eyeliner. Definitely recommend." -Patricia B. October 1, 2013 "I did not know what to expect with the service I went in to receive, and I will say that I am completely amazed and very happy. The artist was very professional, gentle, and made my visit very comfortable." -Rebecca C. September 12, 2013 “Mel is great! I will go back to see her in the future and really liked the salon and its location.” -Candice Y. August 03, 2013 “Mel did a great job with my eyebrows.”-Fiona D. July 12, 2013 “She was amazing!”-Kimberly I. June 28, 2013 “Pleasant environment and Mel did a great job.” -Jenifer R. June 14, 2013 “She does excellent work.” -Shell H. June 11, 2013 “Mel is an amazing artist. Very comforting and a true professional.” -Stephanie L. April 28, 2013 “My eyebrows look GREAT!!! They are even and the perfect thickness. Mel did a great job of putting me at ease while the procedure was done. Thank you!” -Brenda Y. April 26, 2013 “Mel Chappell, the Eyebrow Genie, is great at permanent eyebrow applications! She matched the color perfectly to my existing eyebrows and it is remarkable how natural it looks. The healing process was quick and painless. Now I need to save up so I can get eyeliner done :)” -Melissa P. April 24, 2013 “Mel is great. She knows what she is doing, very sanitary and relaxing. I did the perm eyeliner and haven't seen full results yet, still healing, but I wanted very conservative to start and will do touch up later if needed. I recommend!!” -Annie T. April 20, 2013 “Great service.” -Barb D. April 13, 2013 “Lovely treatment and great service!” -Felisha J. April 11, 2013 "I can not rave about Mel enough!!!!!!! Never in my life have I had "real" eyebrows... until NOW! I am in LOVE with my new brows, so much so I stare at them all day... everyday!!!!!!!!!!! Not only do they look great, they look like "real" eyebrows. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!!!! So, if you are on the fence as to if micropigmentation is for you - let me tell you, YES it IS! And, Mel is your girl! She takes her time, really listens to you and gives you what you want and perhaps more than you have dreamed for! " -Kimberly B. April 3, 2013 “Highly recommend this service. Mel Chappell did a great job! I am going to see her again. Thank you Mel.” -Sara J. March 30, 2013 “Mel is amazing!!!! She knows her eyebrows!!!! I felt comfortable from the moment I walked in the door. She takes her time, measures and remeasures for perfection. She also asks what you want, ask questions about daily facial routines, and gives you the results YOU want! I’m in love with my new eyebrows, I can't stop looking at them. Mel, the Eyebrow Genie is truly a genius! Thank you for an amazing everlasting experience!!!!” -Belinda M. March 30, 2013 “I love my new eyebrows! Thanks for listening and working to get the color and shape I wanted.” -Cindi S. March 15, 2013 “Mel is a gem! She took the time needed to get the color just right for my skin tone. I have a low pain threshold and she was very patient and aware of any pain I was feeling and took the necessary measures to reduce my discomfort. I am very happy that I now have eye brows!”-Heidi J. March 13, 2013 “Fabulous experience.” -Harriette M. March 13, 2013 “Mel knows what she is doing with permanent makeup. I love my eyebrows!” -Sofie B. February 23, 2013 “So far I am pleased with the result but it will be several weeks before the final outcome is clear.” -Georgia C. February 15, 2013 “Mel was great. So glad she is moving her office so I can have other items done.” -Mary L. February 15, 2013 “Great job.” -Carol D. February 14, 2013 “This was a pleasant experience done by a knowledgeable genie. My eyes look great and it is only day 3.” -Simma F. February 08, 2013 “It was a bit far for me but I loved the job she did. She followed my directions while also showing me first what she would do. It was like she read minds! :) I will go back.” -Joleen K. February 04, 2013 “Mel was great!!! I'll be going back to see her again.” -Jennifer W. January 31, 2013 “I am very happy with my eyebrows. I was nervous at first but calmed down as everything was explained to me before and as the procedure was being done.” -Sarah F. January 17, 2013 “I love the look of Eyelash Extensions. It's a pity they will only last a few weeks. I could become addicted. Very professional and good, I would recommend Eyebrow Genie.” -Melissa H. January 03, 2013 “I had my eyebrows and eyeliners done by Mel, and she was extremely professional and friendly. Although I've wanted to get the permanent makeup done for a long time, I was extremely nervous about it. My friends and coworkers advised against it and told me it would look so artificial and fake and I'd regret it. I researched online for pros and cons of getting it done. I was still pretty nervous going in for the first appointment. I got my eyebrows done first. Yes, they were dark for a few days, but her after-care instruction sheet explained it all. After a few days, it became less intense, and I was so pleased with the result that I decided to do my eyeliners with her as well. Eyeliners were a bit more painful than eyebrows, but it was done in an hour. There is virtually no swelling after a few hours and no pain. Mel provided me with some ointment, but I don't think I'd be needing it. I am so happy that I got my eyebrows and eyeliners done by her. She is really good. Thank you, Mel!!!” -Coco M. December 22, 2012 “I am completely 100% satisfied with Mel and have already begun to refer friends to her.” -Christina W. December 20, 2012 “At first, was freaked that the brows were too dark, but over a month, they have mellowed nicely. I am glad I did it.” -Roselynn H. December 07, 2012 “Mel was great artist and knows what's she doing.” -Fam S. December 07, 2012 “Melissa did a fabulous job on my eyeliner! I've waited five years to get this done. Please don't hesitate and rest assure you are in good hands. Melissa, Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!” -Lauryn R. December 07, 2012 “Very talented and professional artist! I'm so happy with the job(s) she did, (Brows and lids!!) She is young and new in her field, but I can't say enough good about the end results... and isn't that what it's all about anyway? I would recommend her all day long!!” -Jessica F. December 07, 2012 “Mel is wonderful. Have already referred friends there who have gone and loved her work as well. I will definitely go back and refer more. Very professional and sanitary procedure.” -Julia O. December 06, 2012 “I LOVE LOVE LOVE my eyebrows! To be honest I can't believe how good they turned out. I didn't expect them to look as good as they do. I've told all my friends about Mel and what a great job she does and am bringing a friend back with me to get hers done.”“I love waking up in the morning and not having to pencil my eyebrows in. I wake up and their perfect every day! YES!”“Highly reccommended! Thanks Mel!" -Jane N. November 16, 2012 "I was impressed with the ease of setting up the appointment and Mel’s professionalism. She did a fantastic job quickly, I will definitely recommend her to my friends." -Nola R. November 15, 2012 “Mel did a great job! I highly recommend her.” -Molly F. November 12, 2012 “Mel was great and gentle. I think everyone should go to her!” -Sammi W. November 12, 2012 “I love my eyebrows I finally have some. Mel did an awesome job nobody should go without, SOOOO! HAPPY!” -Terry A. November 10, 2012. “Had eyebrows done. Mel did an excellent job! Thank You Mel!” -Fernanda O. November 10, 2012 “Mel was great! I had a lot of anticipatory fear and she talked me through the whole thing.” -Linda W. November 08, 2012 “My experience was unexpected. It was not scary as I thought it may be. Thank you for being sensetive to my fear. I would like to come by for your review, however it would have to be on a weekend day if you are availabe. Thanks again” -Diane W. November 02, 2012 “Mel was very reassuring and clearly knows what she's doing! I will be going back!” -Jen H. November 01, 2012 “Everything was great!” -Sylvia C. October 28, 2012 “It is only 2 days following the procedure so I don't have my final results yet but am very pleased with the shape and color of my eyebrows so far. They will fade some more as they heal and I think I will love the final result.” -Teryn A. October 19, 2012 “I was very nervous about having my eyebrows done because I have seen some disasters; after a few minutes with Mel, where she explained everything to me, I was completely relaxed. I went from blonde-invisible brows with no shape at all to beautiful light brown, perfectly arched brows. I love looking in the mirror. I will certainly be back. ( She is a Genie)” -Susan W. October 19, 2012 “Love my new Look! Mel is an artist and make you feel so comfortable!” -Richlynn S. October 17, 2012 “Wonderful job. Mel is very nice. May have to go back for brows!” -Lien M. October 14, 2012 “Wonderful experience. I was nervous but Mel was totally professional and relaxed. She understood what I wanted and did an excellent job. I had the eyeliner done. Perfect. I already made an appointment for another procedure. I have also referred a few friends. Thanks Mel.” -Carol G. October 14, 2012 “She is very nice, did a wonderful job, I couldn’t be happier with the results.” -Traci K. October 12, 2012 “I am very happy with my visit to Eyebrow Genie and the Bohemian Boudoir. My eyebrows are exactly the way I wanted them. It was a very relaxing and clean environment and the staff was very very nice.” -Lucy S. October 12, 2012 “Very pleased with results will refer friends & family” -Sherry R. October 12, 2012 “I absolutely love the permanent liner. I have been wanting to do it for a long time, but was very nervous. Mel was very reassuring and professional. She explained the process in detail and was sensitive to my concerns. She followed up a few days after to see how I was doing. She will also do touch-ups on the liner as needed. Great service!” -Kelli M. October 11, 2012 “Mel Chappell is wonderful. Professional, service oriented, and great to work with. Highly recommend!” -Kim R. October 10, 2012 “Extremely professional, artistic, great color and aesthetic skills. Also very friendly and gentle. I highly recommend her and I love the work she did on my eyebrows.” -Tara V. October 10, 2012 “Mel is fantastic. She did just a beautiful job. She is a real artist.” -Lark Z. October 10, 2012 “I had my brows done by Mel and I love love love them!! I had super thin brows, basically a very narrow line and now I have beautiful, arched perfect brows. Thinking about a little liner next : ))” -Heidi D October 19, 2012 “Very happy with the work. Mel made me feel very comfortable and I wasn't nervous at all.” -Erica A. October 03, 2012 “Loved it! I am so happy I did it. I am in my mid 30's with black hair and had my eyeliner done, I wanted a very natural look and Mel did it :-) she did not do the black liner as it would have looked too dark for me, instead it is more of a chocolate brown, I love it and can't say enough about it. I am def coming back to do my brows! I have 2 sisters and 1 friend that have already set up appts because of my results.” -Roe D. October 1, 2012 “Mel does great work! Go get some eyebrows! You know you want them : )” -Laura B. September 30, 2012 “Mel was wonderful, I was very nervous, she explained everything very carefully, let me pick my own, shape, shade, she made great suggestions, but I got to make the decisions. The results were incredible, it is so nice to get up in the morning and have eyebrows.” -Tyla W. September 30, 2012 “Mel is very nice and thoroughly explained the procedure. She's cautious with attention to detail. Plan to return for another procedure.” -Michele M. September 28, 2012 “Very thorough. She made sure I was comfortable all through the process.” -Elaine S. September 28, 2012 “Very nice lady doing the work and she has a steady hand.” -Tran S. September 19, 2012 “Mel Chappell is very good at permanent eyeliner and eyebrow applications. She took her time and it is remarkable how natural it looks. I wish I had found her years ago. I went from blonde "no brows" to beautiful brows and eyeliner and love her work and the results. Mel is an artist with a gift.” -Heather G. Septmeber 16, 2012 “Mel Chappell was awesome!! The entire experience could not have been better. She is very professional and friendly. She worked very hard to make sure that I was happy from beginning to end!!! I had my eyebrows tattooed and could not be more happy!!! The shape is perfect, the color is exactly what I wanted, and she made the entire visit enjoyable!! I highly recommend Mel and Bohemian Boudoir to anyone considering getting permanent makeup or eyelash extensions...you won't be disappointed!!” -Laura S. Spetmeber 16, 2012 “I Love my eyebrows!!! Thanks for the amazing job:-)” -Jules S. September 16, 2012 “My eyes look fantastic!!! Went to work the next day, very minor discomfort-no one even knew I had this done!!! Will be telling everyone to do this!!”- Carrie D. September 16, 2012 “Amazing experience...couldn't have been better! Mel was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and did a fantastic job!! I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking those services!!!” -Joann E. September 14, 2012 “I am very happy with my new beautiful eyebrows! Mel Chappell at The Bohemian Boudoir did such a wonderful job, she is very talented and I recommend her to anyone who is looking for a professional Micro pigmentation experience. It was very affordable and well worth it. I will be returning to her next for my eyelash extensions.” -Virginia G. September 14, 2012 “Mel made the process much more comfortable!” -Gloria R. September 12, 2012 “Mel is very professional and did a fabulous job at creating natural looking eyebrows and eyeliner on my face. I'm very happy with her work and the results. I would recommend her to all looking for permanent eyebrow and/or eyeliner work. Well worth it!” -Deann R. September 09, 2012 © 2014 Eyebrow Genie
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