A small esthetician-run studio near downtown Austin offering massage-focused facials, acne treatments and waxing by appointment.
At a glance
- Price
- $$
- Access
- Reservation required
- Good for
- CouplesSolo travelers
- Price
- Moderate
Sun Up Skin Holistic Spa operates out of a bungalow just outside downtown Austin, on Rio Grande Street. It's a day spa built around skin therapy rather than a full wellness-resort menu: licensed estheticians handle facials, advanced skincare treatments, acne-focused sessions, waxing and a short list of add-ons, five treatment types in total.
The approach leans holistic, pairing massage-style facial work with herbal and plant-based products. Staff describe their focus as integrative skin health, mixing clinical technique with touch-based relaxation. Reviews consistently mention esthetician Chandler, calling out long facial massages, extractions, cooling globes and detailed product recommendations tailored to individual skin type.
Hours shift slightly by day, generally running from mid-morning to early evening on weekdays, a shorter Saturday window, and a Sunday morning-to-afternoon slot. Booking ahead is required, as this is an appointment-based studio rather than a drop-in facility. Pricing sits in the moderate range for the Austin market, consistent with a specialized skincare practice rather than a large spa with pools, saunas or multi-hour packages.
It suits solo visitors carving out personal downtime or couples looking for a quieter, more personal treatment experience than a big resort spa offers. There's also a sister location in East Delray Beach, Florida, but the Austin bungalow is where the Sun Up Skin concept started.
Good to know
- Do I need a reservation at Sun Up Skin?
- Yes, the spa operates by appointment only, so booking ahead is required rather than walking in.
- What treatments are offered?
- The menu covers facials, advanced skincare treatments, acne treatments, waxing and additional add-on services, five treatment categories total.
- What are the hours?
- Hours vary by day: roughly 9am or 9:30am to 7pm on weekdays, 10am to 6pm Saturday, and 9am to 5pm Sunday.
- How much does a visit cost?
- The spa is priced in the moderate tier for Austin; confirm exact treatment prices directly with the spa since they aren't listed here.
- Where exactly is it located?
- It's at 1405 Rio Grande St, in a bungalow just outside downtown Austin.
Details checked October 1, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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