Who We Are in a Nutshell
We’re The Beez Kneez SF:
Acne experts. Skin nerds. Results chasers.
No spa fluff. No guesswork.
Just personalized, science-based care that actually works.
We welcome every face… and we’re ready to help you love yours again.
Priscilla
Jodi
Welcome!
We are a Latinx, women-owned small business in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District. Our private, welcoming space is designed for one thing: helping people of every background, skin type, and identity finally feel at home in their skin, feel safe, heard, and empowered.
Unlike traditional spas, we don’t focus on fluffy facials or quick fixes. Every appointment is tailored for real, lasting results — science-backed treatments, personalized plans, and just the right touch of pampering.
Our expertise includes:
✔ Acne-focused treatments backed by science
✔ Personalized skincare plans with no guesswork
✔ Inclusive care for ALL skin tones, genders, and identities
✔ A results-driven approach that helps you love your skin again
We’ve helped countless clients break free from acne struggles, and we’re here to help you do the same!
Let's get you clear!
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Let's get you clear! 〰️
We are Acne Specialists who specialize in acne & anti-aging for acne prone skin.
Why we do what we do...
Acne can feel emotional, isolating, and exhausting. We know because we’ve been there. That’s why we made it our mission to take the stress and trial-and-error out of skincare. With expert treatments, clear education, and ongoing support, we help our clients feel confident in their skin again, without the confusion, shame, or gimmicks.
Who Are We?
Founded in 2015 by Jodi Ramos-Austria and Priscilla Vargas, The Beez Kneez SF was built by acne specialists who know the struggle firsthand. We’re not here to sell miracles, we’re here to deliver results with compassion, honesty.
At The Beez Kneez SF, you’re more than a client. You’re heard, respected, and supported every step of the way.
We take the guesswork out of skincare. As expert Acne Specialists, we use science-backed treatments to help you achieve clear, healthy skin, without the frustration of endless product trials.
Meet The Experts
Jodi Ramos-Austria
Licensed Paramedical Aesthetician & Acne Specialist
Jodi (She/Her/Ella) Skin Healer. Acne Expert. Ingredient Junkie.
Jodi brings a unique blend of medical knowledge and beauty expertise to every treatment. After a 24-year career as a paramedic, she shifted her focus from saving lives to healing skin.
A San Francisco native and graduate of the SFIEC, Jodi is a certified paramedical esthetician, Face Reality Certified Acne Specialist, and professional makeup artist with advanced training in special effects, runway, camouflage, and airbrush techniques.
Her mission? Helping acne sufferers reclaim their confidence through science-based, results-driven care.
Certifications & Expertise:
Paramedical Esthetician, Vivant University
Face Reality Certified Acne Specialist
Eyelash Extension, Illumino Lashes
Lash Lift/SPM/Bemicil, Elleebana
Esthetics, SF Institute of Esthetics & Cosmetology
Airbrush Makeup Levels 1, 2 & 3, Muse Beauty
Professional Makeup & Brazilian Certified
Design Team- honors program that focuses on editorial and runway fashion/hair/makeup
priscilla vargas
Licensed Paramedical Aesthetician & Acne Specialist
Priscilla (She/Her/Ella) Acne Warrior. Skincare Guru. Breakout Detective.
Priscilla turned her own acne journey into her life’s work, understanding the root causes of acne and finding solutions that create lasting clarity.
A Bay Area native and SFIEC graduate, she refined her skills at a high-volume acne clinic, mastering treatments for diverse skin tones and types. Passionate about inclusivity and education, Priscilla empowers clients with the tools and knowledge to maintain healthy skin long after they leave the treatment room.
Her motto? “No fluff. No false promises. Just results.”
Certifications & Expertise:
Paramedical Esthetician, Vivant University
Face Reality Certified Acne Specialist
Lash Lift, Elleebana
Esthetics, San Francisco Institute of Esthetics & Cosmetology
Brazilian Certified
The Beez Kneez Difference
We don’t do quick fixes. We do results that last. Every treatment is rooted in science, backed by experience, and delivered with care. Whether you’re struggling with stubborn acne or just want a plan that actually works, we’re here to help you love your skin again.
🐝 Clear skin. Confident you.