Our Story & Founder
Thandy Dorka Mkhatshane
Dee Exquisite Atelier is an owner-managed company. Director Thandy Dorka Mkhatshane is directly involved in the day-to-day operations and procedures.
With deep expertise in dermal therapies and advanced cosmetic pigment applications, Thandy founded Dee Exquisite Atelier to bridge the gap between medical precision and luxury spa experiences. Her passion is helper clients regain confidence through transformative skin therapies, utilizing the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and aesthetic beauty.
Serving communities across Heidelberg, Parys, and Acornhoek, Thandy ensures that every client receives a personalized, warm, and highly professional consultation before any treatment. Her commitment to using premium brands (like Glossier, Dermalogica, and Tatcha) and advanced techniques has earned Dee Exquisite Atelier a reputation for excellence.
Certified PMU Specialist
Advanced training in microblading, sword ombre brows, and lips camouflage.
Laser Tech Specialist
Expert certification in Q-Switched laser removal and skin rejuvenation.
Client First Philosophy
Over 500+ successful transformations with owner-managed quality.
3 Locations Operations
Heidelberg, Parys, and Acornhoek luxury studios.
The Company Story
Dee Exquisite Atelier started as a single studio focused on delivering flawless permanent makeup brows in Heidelberg. Over the years, because of Thandy’s attention to detail, precision, and dedication, the atelier grew to offer advanced facial peels, Q-switched laser treatments, and skin tag removals. Today, we operate across three beautifully designed spaces in South Africa: Heidelberg, Parys, and Acornhoek, each offering the same high-end, editorial skincare experience.
The Growth Vision
Looking to the future, Dee Exquisite Atelier aims to expand by integrating on-site aesthetic medical services, creating a specialized training academy for South African beauty entrepreneurs, and launching a standardized franchise network. We strive to empower local practitioners and set a global standard in skin health and beauty care.
Our Core Values
Quality
Using only premium medical-grade equipment and cosmetics.
Environment
Quiet, sanitary, ultra-luxurious, and approachable salons.
Honesty
Direct consultation, realistic expectation setting, transparent billing.
Humility
Caring customer support and constant learning and improvement.
Respect
Ensuring complete client privacy and customized care.
Professionalism
Rigorous hygiene standards, clean fields, and licensed operations.
Integrity
Direct involvement of our Director in day-to-day treatments.
Excellence
Striving for flawless results in every brow stroke and facial peel.
Experience the Atelier Difference
Let us design a custom treatment plan that enhances your features and revitalizes your skin.