Ayu - Holistic Skincare & Wellness

Ayu - Holistic Skincare & Wellness is a facial spa located in South Tampa that combines professional skincare treatments with holistic wellness practices. The practice is founded and operated by Alexzandra Exterkamp, a certified sound healer and facial reflexologist. Treatments integrate techniques such as gua sha, facial cupping, lymphatic massage, red light therapy, and sound healing alongside skincare. The practice emphasizes creating a calming experience through opening rituals that include aromatherapy, sound healing, affirmation cards, and intentional ceremonies designed to help clients relax before treatment.

Every facial is customized based on individual skin condition and goals. Core offerings include The Ayu Ritual (combining peel, extractions, gua sha, cupping, microcurrent, oxygen infusion, and red light therapy), Purity 20 for acne-prone skin, and Signature Microcurrent Facial for lifting and sculpting. The practice also partners with other wellness professionals offering shamanic therapy, lymphatic therapy, and functional medicine consultations. Products used are professional skincare lines chosen for effectiveness and quality.

What to expect

Consultations are available to discuss skin concerns, lifestyle, sensitivities, and goals before booking treatment. Facials are customized to your skin's condition that day. Each visit begins with an opening ceremony including flavored water, aromatherapy, sound healing, affirmation cards, and burning rituals to help the body enter a calm, receptive state. A 24-hour cancellation notice is required; late cancellations may incur a fee.

Team

The website names Alexzandra Exterkamp, Certified Sound Healer, Facial Reflexologist, Licensed Facial & Skincare Specialist (Owner); Alisha (Holistic Head Aesthetician); Joanne Muir (Shamanic Therapy); Karina M. (Lymphatic & Wood Therapy); Kacie Brown, APRN-BC (Functional Medicine).

What reviewers say about Ayu - Holistic Skincare & Wellness

Reviewers consistently praise the relaxing atmosphere and quality of facials, particularly highlighting staff members Alisha and Alex for their attentive, knowledgeable approach. Clients report visible skin improvement with minimal downtime and describe the experience as meditative and rejuvenating. The spa's zen environment, personalized consultations, and attention to detail are frequently mentioned. Several reviewers recommend the sound healing add-on and note that the Yonka skincare products leave skin hydrated and radiant.

Reviewers most often mention: deeply relaxing and meditative experience · natural-looking, glowing results with minimal downtime · Alisha and Alex's attentive, knowledgeable service · zen atmosphere and intentional space design · sound healing add-on highly praised · skin feels hydrated and refreshed.