The Sandbar Esthetics & Spa

It’s still a little surreal to say this…

✨I am officially a licensed esthetician✨

This has easily been one of the most challenging goals I’ve ever worked toward. Not because school itself was impossible, but because life didn’t stop while I was doing it. I was working full time, running The Sandbar full time, showing up as a mom, being present for my family, and somehow finding the time to study, complete hours, and keep pushing forward.

This license means so much more to me than a piece of paper. It represents every sacrifice, every hour of hard work, and every reminder that sometimes the things worth having require you to keep showing up, even when you’re exhausted.

When I started The Sandbar, I never could have imagined the journey it would take me on. Every step has challenged me to grow, and earning my esthetician license feels like another chapter in that story. It’s incredibly rewarding to continue building the experience I’ve always envisioned for every client who walks through our doors.

To everyone who has encouraged me, believed in me, checked in on me, celebrated the small wins, and reminded me that I could do this…thank you. Your support has meant more than you’ll ever know.

And to every client who has trusted me over the years, thank you for growing alongside me. Because of you, I’ve been able to continue investing in myself and in The Sandbar, and I’m so excited for what’s next.

Here’s to new opportunities, continued growth, and a dream that just keeps getting bigger. 💗

The Sandbar has always been so much more than a place to get a service. It has always been about the people who walk through our doors. 💗

When I started The Sandbar, my biggest goal wasn’t just to create beautiful results. I wanted to create a space where people felt comfortable, cared for, and like they were walking in to see people who genuinely wanted them there.

Over the last six years, so many of you have trusted us with your weddings, vacations, pageants, special events, skincare journeys, and even the days when you just needed a little time for yourself. We have celebrated milestones with you, laughed with you, cried with some of you, and watched so many of you become more like family than clients.

If you’ve ever left an appointment feeling confident, relaxed, or simply better than when you walked in, I have one small request…Please take a minute to leave us a Google review.

Every review helps another person feel confident choosing our small business, and it means more to our team than you probably realize. We read every single one, we celebrate them together, and they remind us why we love doing what we do.

Thank you for trusting us, supporting us, and allowing us to be part of your lives. We truly have the best clients, and we never take that for granted. 💗



Best of the West 2026
Best spa in Grand Rapids
Self care in West Michigan

Still shaving? Your skin deserves better. ✨

If you’re constantly reaching for your razor, it might be time to make the switch to waxing. Unlike shaving, which only removes hair at the surface, waxing removes the hair from the root which gives you weeks of smooth skin instead of just a day or two.

With consistent waxing, many clients notice their hair grows back softer, finer, and more sparsely over time. You’ll also avoid the rough stubble that comes with shaving, while reducing the chances of razor burn, nicks, and irritation. As an added bonus, waxing gently exfoliates the skin, leaving your legs feeling incredibly smooth.

✨ Lasts 3–6 weeks
✨ No daily shaving routine
✨ Softer, finer regrowth over time
✨ Less razor burn and stubble
✨ Silky smooth skin you’ll actually want to show off

Once you experience freshly waxed legs, it’s hard to go back to shaving. 🤍



Leg waxing in Grand Rapids and West Michigan
Full body waxing in Grand Rapids and West Michigan
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This is what quality lash work looks like. Every lash extension should be properly isolated and able to grow out naturally with your healthy lash, just like this. When lashes are applied correctly, they move through your natural growth cycle without sticking to neighboring lashes, causing damage, or creating discomfort.

Beautiful lashes are important, but healthy natural lashes will always be the priority at The Sandbar. That’s why we focus on proper isolation, customized styling, and safe application techniques at every appointment.

If you’ve ever wondered what separates a professionally applied lash set from the rest, this is it. 🤍



Healthy and safe lash extensions in Grand Rapids

We cannot believe there’s less than a month before we check in to Chicago for International Pageants 2026!

👑: Phaedra Loran Pistoné MrsIntl2025
☀️: The Sandbar | Grand Rapids Esthetics & Spa
💄: Constantine James Lupu-Haritos Constantine James | Pageant Hair & Makeup

Hands are arguably one of the most important areas to perfect and master when it comes to spray tans, specifically bridal tans. At The Sandbar | Grand Rapids Esthetics & Spa we obsess over details like this to ensure you have the most flawless hands ever! There’s a reason so many brides choose The Sandbar for their special day 🤍

We heard it was national pink day 💗✨

✨ 𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 ✨

The Sandbar is looking to expand our team, and we’re searching for experienced professionals who are passionate about their craft and committed to providing an exceptional client experience.

We are currently hiring:
• Licensed Massage Therapist
• Licensed Nail Technician
• Licensed Esthetician

We’re looking for individuals with industry experience who are confident in their skills, motivated to grow, and excited to be part of a supportive, luxury-focused environment. If you take pride in your work, value professionalism, and love helping clients feel their absolute best, we’d love to connect with you.

At The Sandbar, we believe in creating a space where both our clients and our team can thrive. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a growing business that values collaboration, education, and high-quality service, this is your opportunity.

Apply through our careers page and tell us why you’d be a great fit. We can’t wait to meet the next incredible addition to The Sandbar team. ✨🤍

https://sandbarspraytan.com/careers