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Our Team of Therapists
Briony Allen
Owner
Briony, the owner of Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic, completed her degree in Somatology at The Pretoria Technikon in 2004. During her studies is when she first began working with lasers, thereafter choosing to work on a cruise liner for eight months. Although gaining valuable experience during this period, Briony returned to South Africa and joined the Dermalogica team, spending two years with the Dermalogica team gaining both valuable knowledge and salon exposure.
Thereafter, Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic was born. Briony has been in the health & skincare industry now for over 20 years, focusing on laser hair removal, Lamelle skin peels, micro needling and Dermalogica skin treatments. She’s passionate about skin, positively influencing client’s skin and assisting clients with their daily routine that comes with skincare and everyday skin health.
Briony is a Master Dermalogica Therapist and Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic is a certified Dermalogica SkinPro clinic.
Nicola
Salon Manager
Meet Nicola, a qualified Somatologist who completed her degree at ISA Carstens Pretoria, along with her international CIDESCO qualifications.
Nicola is the Salon Manager at Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic, where she gets to live out her passion for skin health and helping clients feel confident in their own skin. She loves working with clients to help them overcome their concerns with care, dedication, and professionalism.
She also enjoys being surrounded by her amazing colleagues and being part of a passionate team that strives to make every client feel welcomed, cared for, and special.
Gladys
Skincare Therapist – Nail Technician
Gladys has been with Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic since 2010.
She is a qualified nail technician, specialising in Bio Sculpture and Progel nail systems, and takes greats pride in her services ensuring your hands and feet will feel and look amazing.
Gladys will also always thread and shape your brows to perfection! She has been awarded her Master status level to perform the most relaxing and gentle Dermalogica facial making your skin feel amazing.
Kholofelo
Skincare Therapist – Nail Technician
Kholofelo joined Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic in March 2013.
She has been a qualified nail technician for 10 years, specialising in acrylic and gel nails, ensuring that when you step into her hands you will leave looking fabulous!
In the past 4 years Kholo completed her facial training at Dermalogica, has reached her Master status level and has developed a true love for skincare and treating her clients to Dermalogica facials and Lamelle skin peels.
Jo-Leigh
Skincare Therapist
Meet Jo-Leigh, she is a qualified somatologist, having completed her degree at the Isa Carstens Academy in Pretoria.
She is deeply passionate about people and loves helping them feel confident and comfortable in their own skin.
Jo-Leigh has also completed her international CIDESCO exams and enjoys performing a wide range of treatments—from facials, laser hair removal, IPL, and chemical peels to gel overlays, waxing, and massages.
Zané
Hair Specialist
Meet Zané, our hair specialist in the Soma Blow Wave Bar. She studied at Serwalo Hair Academy and her apprenticeship at Gary Rom Hairdressing.
She loves the beauty industry, hair styling and colouring, makeup, skincare, and nails.
Her brands of choice are Inoar and Paul Mitchell.
Bothwell
Security Guard
Bothwell is the gentleman who handles our security.
He is always at Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic to make sure that your cars and security needs are looked after!
He is available to help direct traffic, assist you in the rain and keep an eye on your car.
Thembi
Salon Attendant
Meet Thembi, who keeps Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic clean and sanitized.
Look out for her friendly face and always a hello to follow.
Reviews
What's more, their latest addition - an in-house blow wave bar - has been a game-changer! It's the perfect way to unwind and pamper myself.
The team at Soma Laser are truly amazing, and I always look forward to my appointments. They've worked wonders on my skin, and my previously unruly brows are now always on their best behavior!
I would recommend them any day. Thank you!
Had a facial and a pedicure today. This was the most amazing facial. My skin has never looked so good in years.
Everyone is so friendly and the whole experience was soooo relaxing.
Thanks so much to the ladies. I will definitely come again and recommend SOMA Laser & Skincare Clinic to anyone wanting an amazing facial.
Briony, Gladys, Kholo and Jeanné - you girls are simply the best! I have been a loyal client since 2013 and I cannot recommend Soma Laser enough. Pleasant and dedicated staff that give consistent, quality service. Pricing is very reasonable. Thanks for always making me feel special!
To my Soma Laser family thank you for year’s worth of excellent service, kindness and professionalism. I have always felt so excited for my new therapies and i have always felt so at home at your salon. Keep up the fantastic work that you always provided. Much love to you all.
I have visited Soma since 2014 when they were still in Lynnwood Road. They then moved to new Muckleneuk which was very convenient for me as this is very close to my house However if they were even moving further away from me I would’ve still visited Soma. Kholo’s friendly service never seems to stop. On top of that, the quality of workmanship, labour and products used are also only the best. Love you guys.
Always super pleased with the treatments I receive. Jeanne, Kulo & Gladys are the best - friendly & professional service.
Briony and her team are magicians in skincare!
I Love my new glowing skin! Ready!
Excellent service. Highly reccomend them! Especially their Lazer hair removal! Very affective! And great for teenagers as well,great prices!
Great service, super professional staff and very helpful specials! I would absolutely recommend them (already did, in fact).
Thank you for your professionalism and outstanding customer service.
You do not easily come across many businesses that treat customers as they should be treated and the SOMA staff are an outstanding example of how to do it, you could write 'the book' on the subject!
I just want to thank Briony, Jeanne, Georgia, and all the staff for your professionalism, unflattering customer service, and expertise on the many effortless trips I made to your clinic.
You are all to be commended for your constant drive to place the customer first at all costs. Thank you!
I had the privilege to visit Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic again yesterday for a facial, mani & pedi. This is my monthly treat and I recommend it to everyone out there. Jeanné is very attentive and gentle with her facials and my skin glows after her treatments. Kholo is the master of manicures! Art or plain nails, she is your go-to-girl! Gladys pampers my feet and I walk on clouds afterwards. Briony has managed - with her team - to create a fantastic salon and skincare clinic. Apart from facials, manicures and pedicures, they have a variety of other options available. Briony and her team are extremely knowledgeable and can assist and help with all skincare enquiries. The new laser with the cooler head is a bonus! Both my daughter and I make use of this service. I highly recommend visiting these ladies at their salon, you are in for a superb treat(ment)! A very happy customer.
Just a big big thanks to Gladys! Thanks for your always friendly smile, professionalism and hospitality, you make each appointment special!
Best service and friendly staff always willing to help or squeeze in an extra treatment.
These guys are great.
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