I’m Sothana (so-tah-nuh) - an esthetician in Jacksonville, FL, consultant at heart, and beauty enthusiast. I have a perfectionist’s eye and a personality that somehow balances calm and lively.
I’m Cambodian-American, originally from Providence, RI, but Jacksonville has been home since 2003. For a long time, I followed the “safe” path - college, a psychology degree, and corporate jobs in coaching and consulting. While I loved helping people grow in their careers and confidence (and still do), something always pulled me back to the world of beauty and everything it has to offer.
Skincare, makeup, lashes, all of it - beauty was the one place I could be creative, detail-obsessed, and endlessly inspired. But fear held me back because I thought I had to pick one version of success. Turns out… I didn’t! I took a leap and it was the best decision I’ve ever made.
About Sothana
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Just For Fun
Beyond the treatment room, you'll find me channeling Crunkthana - she shows up with the right playlist! I also am an ENFJ to the core, a fragrance fanatic who appreciates any well-crafted scent, and a plant lover with a mini jungle at home. My love for connection runs deep, which is why I'm also always trying to learn a new language!
More Than Just Beauty
I’ve learned that the beauty industry in Jacksonville isn’t just about flawless skin or the perfect brow arch (though we love those too). It’s about feeling at home in your own body. It’s about showing up as you are and walking out feeling a little more grounded, a little more yourself.
That’s exactly what I bring to my private studio at Book Sothana, a trusted day spa in Jacksonville, FL. Yes, I’m licensed and trained and love continuing education. But I also bring empathy, life experience, and a true desire to see you win whether that means helping your sensitive skin finally calm down or giving you the confidence you need for a big moment.
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Working With Me Feels Like
It’s calm. It’s cozy. It’s professional, but never stiff. I explain things if you’re new, adapt if you’re nervous, and check in because I genuinely want you to feel good before, during, and after your appointment.
I’m intentional with my touch, serious about hygiene, and always thinking 10 steps ahead. My goal isn’t to just give you a good result, it’s to make sure you love the entire experience at Book Sothana, whether you come in for facials, lashes, brows, waxing, or makeup.
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