Our philosophy is simple: to provide serious skincare in a nurturing and personable atmosphere.
“Beauty will save the world” and let’s be honest, the world needs some beauty right now.
— Nonna Daron, Founder
Founder Nonna Daron’s skincare journey began more than 25 years ago, when she followed in her mothers footsteps becoming a professional aesthetician. Under Nonna’s direction, Flying Beauticians expanded its salon and services to meet the growing needs of its clientele. She has been featured in both TV and editorial for her excellence in service, including winning Best of The Bay Area. As mother and daughter co-founders, Flying Beauticians’ two generations of European skin care experience offers a complete range of services, including our famous result-oriented facials and renowned brow and bikini waxes.
Polina Genkin started her aesthetician career at age 18 in her native country of Russia, attending medical school (the US equivalent to a registered nursing degree) in Moscow. She emigrated with her family to the US in 1978. She worked in NYC and San Francisco, perfecting her skills in several high end skin care salons including Henri Bendel, Christine Valmy, and Mario Badescu. She has earned several International awards in her field. Her clients included celebrities and socialites of the big cities. She has been operating out of the San Francisco - Union Square location since 1981. Highly regarded in the industry for her expertise, her daughter naturally wanted to follow in her footsteps.
Salon mascot, Sugar, on hand to greet clients
“The bottom line is that our clients feel good about themselves, their skin and bodies. Our clients say a visit to our salon helps erase the stress of a busy day. So it doesn’t matter whether a client views a facial as pampering or a neccessity - our goal is to help our clients feel special and cared for, everyday.”
— Nonna Daron, Founder
“At this dreamy salon, mother-and-daughter dynamic duo, Polina Gerardo and Nonna Daron have been offering luxurious, creative skincare and beauty services since 1981.”
7x7 Magazine
“Intoxicate your senses without breaking the bank at this space-age- style spa and get a Milky Way Facial and a Milky Way Pedicure, bothpacked with chocolate and milk.”
Lucky Magazine
We are dedicated to ensuring that our customers skin is healthy by using only the finest skincare and body products.
Magazine inclusions over the years….
Lucky Magazine
San Francisco 7X7
Rosie
OrganicStyle.com
Splendora.com
Good Housekeeping
Lucky Magazine
Redbook Magazine
Teen People
Best of the Bay Area Winner
SF 7X7
San Francisco Chronicle - Part 1
San Francisco Chronicle - Part 2 continued