About Us
First Class BR is a small home-based skin care and waxing studio started by esthetician Kim Pham, founder of Spa Elysee in Burlingame. With her 25 years of international skin expertise she provides results-focused treatments grounded in experience and insight into skin concerns of all types - with specialization in products and treatments by Biologique Recherche Paris. Whether it be extracting stubborn breakouts, cleaning out black heads, rejuvenating the skin, or fast, minimally-painful waxing, First Class BR (formerly Beaute Elysee) has been the secret little go-to for clientele in the San Jose area.
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Feel free to call or text Kim to schedule an appointment for your facial or waxing needs.
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Kim Pham - Owner / Esthetician
About Kim & Spa Elysee
At Spa Elysee, I specialize in advanced skin treatments featuring the renowned French skincare line Biologique Recherche Paris. With over 30 years of passion and dedication to the international skincare industry, I bring a deep understanding of skin health and personalized care to every client experience.
Having worked with Biologique Recherche for more than 25 years, I was privileged to train directly under Madame Allouche—a visionary from the original Biologique Recherche team in Paris. This rare and authentic foundation has shaped my approach to treatment, emphasizing the brand’s philosophy of customization, precision, and respect for the skin’s integrity.
Whether you are seeking a signature Biologique Recherche facial or expert guidance in choosing the ideal home-care regimen, I provide results-driven care rooted in both French tradition and modern skin science.
Credentials:
CIDESCO Europe Certified – the highest international level of certification in esthetics
Specialist in skin health and skin conditions
30 years of professional excellence in global skincare
Education
CIDESCO DIPLOME (1987)
The most prestigious international certification for beauty therapy
CARITA INSTITUTE PARIS (1969)
Ongoing Training & Affiliations
• Biologique Recherche Annual Training
• International Esthetics, Cosmetics, and Spa Conference (IECSC) Attendee
Practice
• 30 yrs as owner and principal esthetician of Spa Elysee in Burlingame,CA.
Kim at Biologique Recherche Flagship in Paris