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Eva Sztupka-Kerschbaumer accepting an industry award

Featured Honor

Eva Sztupka-Kerschbaumer voted Best Esthetician by Beauty Wire Magazine

In the Headlines

Recent recognition & features

A selection of the awards, interviews and stories that have featured our little organic spa on Main Street.

2025
Hungarian Roots, American Dreams: How Eva Kerschbaumer Created ESSpa.

Pittsburgh’s Own Eva Sztupka-Kerschbaumer Wins Multiple Awards in the 2025 Aesthetic Everything® Aesthetic Awards

July 2023
Better than just an Editor’s Pick, we thank the Readers of Pittsburgh Magazine for naming ESSpa Kozmetika as their “go-to spa”.

2015
The Gillian’s Island Success Story

December 2012
We are honored with the right to display the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for “Best Spa” – “Best Massage Therapy”; and “Best Nail Services – Manicures/Pedicures”

In Their Words

June 2012“I have had facials all my life but nothing compared to the one done by Eva. She is the innovator in Pittsburgh. I lucked out when I found her. Even my dermatologist noticed how good my skin looks…..

2010 – 2011

December 2011
How to Pamper Yourself Back to Perfection

November 2010
Scott and Eva Kerschbaumer featured on the CBS Early Show about how much food in America goes to waste.

Here is the article too.

July 2010
KDKA 5pm News – Tips On Restoring A Youthful Glow Without Surgery

June 2010
NAILS Magazine – Senior Nail Care

May 2010
KDKA 5pm News – Summer Skin Care Tips

DAYSPA Magazine – The Best Man

KDKA Pittsburgh Today Live – Celebrity Dancers Getting Facials

April 2010
American Spa Magazine – Featured Article about Apricots

2007 – 2009

2009
DAYSPA Magazine – Investigative Article on Eating Disorders
Pittsburgh Magazine – Best of Awards
Wall Street Journal – Article on Small Business
Pittsburgh Magazine – Hot Jobs
ISPA – Spas Give Back
2008
Skin Inc Magazine – International Best of the Best Spa Awards
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review – Aspinwall: Step Away from the Modern Pace
WTAE News @ 5 – Green Nail Polish
2007
The New York Times – And for My Princess….
Pittsburgh Post Gazette – Take a Babymoon

2002 – 2006

2006
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review – Eyelash Extensions
Pitsburgh Post Gazette – Toxic-filled Nail Polishes under fire
2005
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review – Chocolate & Roses for Valentines Day
2004
Healing Lifestyles & Spa Magazine – Good Enough to Eat
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review – Men Discover the Joy of Spa
Pittsburgh Post Gazette – ESSpa moves to Cross Keys Inn
2003
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review – Spa success during recession
Valley News Dispatch – Budapest Native in Aspinwall
2002
Pittsburgh Post Gazette – Spa part of soothing trend

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Reviews & Testimonials

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   Erica Hackett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heather was amazing!!! Absolutely fabulous experience all around.
  
 
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   Chris Salitrik 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I LOVE EVA!!!!Pre wedding mani/pedis for all the gals.
Amazing personal attention.
So comforting!
  
 
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   Shea Davison 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been coming to ESSPA for years, and it is truly a wonderful and unique experience. Anna is an amazing and thoughtful esthetician who truly cares about making you feel confident in your own skin. Her facials are unlike any other, and you will leave feeling incredibly relaxed and rejuvenated. Barry and Marianna at the hair salon are also amazing and very precise. I would recommend ESSPA to anyone in Pittsburgh!
  
 
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   Peggy V Hoffman, PsyD 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing spa experience! I had a wonderful massage with Ben and spent time on the sound bed. I feel relaxed and rejuvenated!! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Nikki Colwell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A hair blow out was relaxing and then looked so nice! Barry does a great job and I highly recommend him!
  
 
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   Katherine Verdolini Abbott 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best. So knowledgeable. And results are clear. A stunningly beautiful spa as well.
  
 
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   Amy McGinley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I very much enjoy my time here always, from the greetings at the front desk to sitting and relaxing after my service. It is what it is love receiving as a gift! Thanks for continuing to serve our community
  
 
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   Queenie Zett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Eva thank  you for a fabulous facial. I'm glowing from ear to ear. I never, ever will take for granted that I am in the hands of greatness when I am in your office. Your knowledge, application and attention to detail to treat & beautify your clients utilizing safe & sumptuous products can never be underestimated.
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