Looking for the best self care options in Marin? From barber shops, dermatologists, spas and more, here are the 2023 Best of the County readers’ choices for beauty.
Our 2023 Beauty category sponsor is NorCal Plastic Surgery.
Best Barbershop
Barber Lane, Larkspur
Upscale and vintage; those are the two fitting words Barber Lane uses to describe its establishment. The styles are as contemporary as you need, while the store itself is reminiscent of traditional barbershops that have been disappearing over the years. Known for technical excellence, Barber Lane boasts a rigorous training program that all their barbers must complete.
Best Cosmetic Dermatologist
Southern Marin Dermatology, Sausalito
This woman-led company is all about helping you achieve your surgical and cosmetic goals at this full-service clinic. From CoolSculpting to Botox, they want to make sure that you have as many options as possible, and that no matter your circumstances, you have a safe and effective procedure available. Best Facial
Best Facial
Eden Day Spa, San Anselmo
Boasting 40 years of aesthetical and clinical experience, owner and clinician Katayoun seeks to provide the most memorable experience possible. From the moment you walk up to the front desk, the team at Eden Day Spa will help you feel at ease. If you’re looking for a Dr. Babor Peel to revitalize your skin or an LED facial to help with stubborn acne, schedule a consultation and see what the estheticians can do. The price points also are known for being a bargain for the high-quality service provided.
Best Haircut/Salon Service
Milvali, Mill Valley
Located in downtown Mill Valley, the cleverly named Milvali is the perfect place for pampering. Alongside bleaching, balayage, and blowouts are services such as body waxing and microblading. Milvali also offers airbrush tanning to give you a perfect summer glow.
Best Massage
EVO Spa, Mill Valley
EVO Spa is a lifestyle boutique with the goal of providing a safe refuge for unwinding and relaxing. For those interested in red light therapy, EVO offers the best of the best, designed to produce maximum results with maximum longevity. Check out the monthly specials to see if something in particular catches your eye, and don’t miss wellness options such as the detox foot bath or far-infrared sauna.
Best Med Spa
Belle Marin Aesthetics, Mill Valley
Dr. Faye Jamali created Belle Marin Aesthetics to provide “minimalism with a touch of luxury,” prioritizing top-notch results and natural rejuvenation. No one likes to deal with a long recovery period, which is why the spa provides non-invasive treatments exclusively, such as CoolTone and all-natural, platelet-rich plasma. Belle Marin Aesthetics is also environmentally conscious, focusing on eco-friendly products.
Best Nail Salon
Three Sisters Nails, San Rafael
As a salon with a very loyal following, Three Sisters offers all of the nail and acrylic services you’d expect, plus waxing.
Best Spa
Cavallo Point, Sausalito
With its tranquil atmosphere and serene gardens, Cavallo Point Healing Arts Center & Spa is here to rejuvenate and renew you. Feel free to take a plunge into its indoor pool or have a drink at the Tea Bar to de-stress, as they are here to make sure you experience the entire healing process — mind, body, and soul. For the environmentally conscious, worry not, as Cavallo Point uses organic and sustainably harvested ingredients for all of its skin care products, demonstrating a commitment to keeping nature pure.
Best of the County Beauty Sponsor
Nor Cal Plastic Surgery
NorCal Plastic Surgery provides a personalized, goal-oriented approach to enhanced quality of life. Dr. Tim Rankin employs award-winning surgical techniques and provides consistently safe, high-quality outcomes.
Give us five local favorite places you like to go: Wellness, restaurants and activities?
Bungalow Kitchen for appetizers and cocktails, Now Power Yoga for my sanity, Kitchen Sunnyside for their hot stone bowl, Sam’s for their clam chowder and F45 to burn off all the food I just listed.
What do you love about Cosmetic Surgery?
I have the opportunity to help people maximize their quality of life and watching people achieve their goals is incredibly rewarding.
What are your top 3 favorite procedures to perform?
Facelift, facial fat transfer and breast lift.
If a patient is on the verge of surgery but not ready for a surgical procedure, any advice?
Surgery is a big step for any procedure, but I think that education is the key. I hear patients say all the time, “I was so nervous, but now I’m excited”. I think that with a little education, we can allay most fears and show patients that our approach is safe and that recovery tends to be faster than people realize.
NorCal Plastic Surgery | Greenbrae | 925.856.4800 | norcalsurgery.com
