More Than Just Skin Deep

Skincare, waxing and wellness at The Honeypot

By Amanda Lacey » Photos by Daniel Tustin

During a leisurely walk down Pearl Street, you’re sure to see many Boulder staples and familiarly decorated storefront windows. The quaint space on 19th and Pearl with the teal trim? That would be The Honey Pot—a warm and cozy spa offering premier skincare, waxing and wellness services. 

Owner and aesthetician, Olivia Burk, knew at just the age of five that she wanted to pamper people for a living, and that’s exactly what she’s been doing since 2016 with The Honey Pot. Burk carefully curated the space with love, comfort and authenticity in mind. 

The Honey Pot’s services feature a roundup of the classics, but they’re far from ordinary. The best part? Your aesthetician will work with you to create a personalized and fulfilling experience, ensuring every visit is unique. Top treatments include customized facials, sugaring and waxing services, and bodywork, including Rolfing sessions. 

Facials are personalized to each client’s unique needs and include the use of all organic products, locally made by Helena Meyer. (Meyer, also an Ayurveda specialist, comes from a 400-year lineage of Austrian naturopathic doctors and her products are handcrafted—the ingredients are sustainably sourced and are so clean she says you can eat them.) Choose from two 60-minute sessions that give you just enough time to reach a deep relaxation, each ending with a back and neck massage and warm steam towels. Should you need to be in and out, there’s also a 30-minute session option that reaps all the benefits of the other services but without the fluff and pampering. 

Sugaring and waxing services use honey hard wax or sugar wax, both of which are great alternatives for sensitive skin, as they adhere only to the hair and top layer of dead skin cells, leaving no room for damage. From brow shaping to Brazilians, all your hair removal needs are sure to be met with the highest quality of service. Add-ons include eyelash lifts and tints, as well as eyebrow tints.  

Structural integration, also known as Rolfing, is a transformative bodywork practice that goes beyond the ordinary to unlock your body’s full potential—revitalizing, deep tissue massage, but with the added thrill of discovering newfound strength, flexibility and vitality. Bex is the certified Rolfer who is highly skilled and very intuitive. Arrive at your session in a sports bra and athletic shorts, so you’re ready to be moved around and brought into precise alignment. 

Noting the uniqueness of the facials, beyond just the products used, Burk says they’re more than just skin deep—with the incorporation of aromatherapy, energy work and massage, they’re a nervous system reset. “It’s an honor to be able to hold space for our clients and provide a truly healing experience,” she says, “to hold their head in our hands and silently say, ‘You’re safe; you can let go.’” 

With a holistic approach in mind, The Honey Pot practitioners believe that beauty stems from inner peace, not just a clean face. Not only are all products crafted with Ayurveda principles in mind, but additionally, Burk and her team aim to understand what’s going on internally by having open and honest conversations and asking questions to assist each client properly. 

Connections with clients are at the forefront, and everything else is a bonus. To create a space where everyone who walks through the door feels safe and cared for, Burk and her team meet people where they are, no matter the journey they’re on, from customized services to offering the reassurance of taking a breath so they can let go and relax. 

This passion project has not only been a labor of love but is also filled with overwhelmingly well-received feedback. “When people walk in the door and mention how good it feels in the space, followed by a deep sigh of relief, that truly touches my heart,” says Burk.

Ready to become a regular? Schedule your appointment online and consider signing up for a membership to receive the best prices on monthly services. Memberships are a great way to save on all your beauty needs, and consistency is key after all. Visit boulderhoneypot.com for more information.