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    Aesthetic Kay

    4.9 (120 reviews)
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    Orivae S.

    I can't thank Kay and her team enough for all their efforts. 5/5 location wise. (Not just because it's right outside my place ) but also because it is centrally located in Fillmore where all the boutiques, restaurants,Japantown etc. are situated. So might be a good idea to pamper after hanging around. June- I went to Kay's with anxiety because I was so insecure with my face, it has never been so worse since I came from a tropical Island to SF. I had acne and acne marks and I'm so tired of dealing with it alone. Kay immediately welcomed me like she's known me. She's really friendly and straight to the point. She will recommend treatment that she thinks best for your skin. My first experience was great. I spent over an hour in a relaxed room. (Which I love cause I hate when the work is super fast and be like "that's it?") Her assistant who is also really friendly and nice, will start by cleaning your face, removing makeup, making sure you're relaxed etc. that alone will take a few minutes... but that's only the beginning. Then Kay will come in and do her magic! Then assistant comes back for your massage. (Other times, Kay will do everything, she is really hands on! And you can chat with her about anything :) Also when it comes to payment, unlike other shops, here is no strings attached, no pressure, often times, Kay is full of surprises... nice ones and if she promised you something, even if it is long ago, she will remember and make sure she keeps it. October- I went back to finally get the acne treatment package. I had 5 sessions. Same routine... will clean face first, and I noticed that every session, Kay will pull out new epic gadget of hers lol which is pretty awesome. What she does corresponds to the need of your face every session. I go after work, and always fall asleep, and wake up feeling great. I'm pretty happy with the results! I went from putting hair in my face to ponytail. ***If you're still hesitant, go call her now! Thank you, Aesthetic Kay!

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    David J.

    I was traumatized by my first facial experience a few years back, so I've always been hesitant to try again. I have really sensitive skin, so if I'm not careful, I'll get acne or eczema flareups and its a nightmare. Kay was amazing. She was consultative and helped me find the treatment that was best for me and my skin. I never felt pressured to purchase a package deal but I did anyway on my way out because of how great my first experience was. I'll be back! Kay noticed that I was a bit tense and nervous, and helped create a comfortable environment and positive experience from the moment I stepped into the store. PROS: Affordable (better value than others I've seen in the area) Amazing Service (custom professional consultation and Kay is just awesome) Effective (My face is softer than yours) CONS: I wish I knew about this place earlier Excited for my next visit! Highly recommend.

    Kevin P.

    To be honest, Kay knows my skin better than I do. As a result, I've been coming to Aesthetic Kay for the last 4 years to get all of my skincare products. Whenever I break out with acne, I come here to get a consultation and buy the best products specifically for me. Within a week or two, my skin always clears up. Kay's a great friend and skin care consultant. Always look forward to coming here knowing that I'm in good hands. Here are my go to sunblock and face lotion!

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    Kay was very friendly and the visit did not feel rushed at all. she was able to address all my concerns and the ambiance felt very relaxed.

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    Ask the Community - Aesthetic Kay

    Hi there, I don't have a lot acne but there are some acne scars and big pore, what treatment do you recommend ? Thank you

    Hey Viki, I would recommend the Microneedle Treatment. Microneedling is a procedure that uses a set of very small needles to prick the skin to generate new skin tissue and… Read more

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    After the acne treatment, she helped me removed moles, and the result was AMAZING!

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    City Laser Clinic

    4.6(571 reviews)
    1.5 miUnion Square, Financial District
    $$
    Certified professionals
    Free consultations

    Every visit to City Laser SF feels like coming back to a place that truly knows and cares about…read moreyou. The front‑desk team always greets me by name, and there's a warmth and professionalism that sets the tone right away. Rena is the reason I keep coming back. She takes her time, explains everything clearly, and never tries to sell you on anything you don't need. Her approach is natural and grounded, and she creates an environment where you feel completely at ease. With a wide range of products, services and fair pricing, it's easy to find exactly what fits your needs. I always leave feeling taken care of and I book my next appointment before I walk out the door. I recommend City Laser SF wholeheartedly, especially Rena.

    I got 3 sessions of regular microneedling done back in 2024. After researching a few different…read moremedispas, I chose City Laser because of the combination of RN staff as well as pricing (middle of the range). A package of 3 sessions cost $1350 - each session would normally be priced at $500, so $10% off with the package. As a previous reviewer wrote and what prompted me to add my own review, the whole session was haphazard. I am a microneedling veteran for over 5 years, and have been home-needling + one session at a dermatologist to address some old atrophic acne scars. I thought continuing professional treatments would be the key to seeing more improvements. Wild occurrences with Rena the owner include: being asked to put on my own numbing cream with no real instructions even after asking specific questions, no verbal explanation of what was being done or when we were starting, microneedling over my neck which I specifically said was NOT a focus area and thus did not put numbering cream on (ouch!), a total of less than 5 min of microneedling without changing depths over more severe scarring areas, and forgetting every time that I did not want blood drawn for PRP. Most of the appointment, which never lasted more than 30 min total including numbing cream self application and waiting for it to kick in, was Rena bragging about her kid and other clients who supposedly come to her exclusively (including calling out specifically trans and minorities like this was a collector's display case). I was seriously flabbergasted at what I was experiencing and wanted to finish my 3 sessions ASAP. Have seen no visible improvement after 2 years. Some of the mask and facial cream freebies were nice, but unfortunately not worth $1350! Highly recommend shelling out a bit more to go to a licensed dermatologist.

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    LaserAway

    LaserAway

    4.3(703 reviews)
    1.4 miCastro
    $$$
    19 years in business
    Certified professionals

    I love Laseraway the staffs are so impressed, knowledgeable and friendly. From the service once I…read morewalked in the store from Walter is extremely knowledgeable and super friendly to the nurse Erin who I admitted the work ethic is amazing. I have never been treated so nicely till I got to Laseraway. I live going either at Castro oh Union Square. Thank you to all the staff members, nurses and management from such a wonderful experience.

    Extremely underwhelming results after a full year of monthly treatment. According to what I read…read moreonline and was told in store, I am an ideal skin/hair type (light skin, dark coarse hair) but have noticed minimal change after 10 treatments and what was supposed to achieve a 95% decrease in facial hair growth. The sensation each treatment varied widely depending on the technician. One month it was what I expected - a sharp sensation like getting snapped with a rubber band. The next I barely felt it. I asked why, and if they had decreased the settings, but was told that as my follicles are weakened I will feel it less so this is an indication that the treatment is working. Cool, makes sense. It goes on like this for a while, but towards the end of the year I have another technician and that sharp sensation is back, much more like what I had experienced before. Was the bit about getting used to it BS? The fact that there's been no meaningful change in my hair growth would suggest that either the treatment was improperly administered, or otherwise unsuccessful. Either way, it is BY FAR the worst $2500 I've ever spent and I caution anyone considering laser to be very wary. Don't believe the 5 star reviews that are given as a result of bribes for deals - I am sure laser actually works for some people and there are real happy customers, but based on my experience discussing with others the success ratio is far lower than reviews or marketing suggests.

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    SkinSpirit - Noe Valley

    4.8(194 reviews)
    2.2 miNoe Valley
    $$$
    Established in 2003
    Free consultations

    Haley Tsutsui at Skin Spirit has been incredible. I've seen her four times, and my partner has seen…read moreher twice, and we truly can't recommend her enough. She is calm, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. I'm someone who tends to faint during blood draws or shots, but every time I've gotten Dysport from Haley, she has known exactly how to help prevent that. She has a wonderful bedside manner and does a great job keeping me calm, comfortable, and distracted, so I don't work myself up. She's also very quick, and the treatment is nearly pain-free, which I imagine takes real skill. On top of that, her work looks so natural, which I really appreciate. The clinic itself is very clean, and every staff member I've interacted with has been kind, understanding, and professional. Pricing is on the higher side compared with some other places, but in my experience, you really get what you pay for. They also have a rewards program, which is a nice bonus. Everything about Skin Spirit has gone above and beyond!

    Lauren and Amber were great! They made me feel comfortable and at ease! I would recommend…read moreSkinSpirit. Thank you!

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    SkinSpirit - Noe Valley - Dermal filler can be applied to the jawline for a more streamlined silhouette.

    Dermal filler can be applied to the jawline for a more streamlined silhouette.

    SkinSpirit - Noe Valley - Enjoy your brightest complexion yet + treat sun damage with an IPL photofacial.

    Enjoy your brightest complexion yet + treat sun damage with an IPL photofacial.

    SkinSpirit - Noe Valley - We recommend microneedling or micropenning for skin brightening and addressing texture.

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    We recommend microneedling or micropenning for skin brightening and addressing texture.

    SkinSpirit - Presidio Heights - We recommend microneedling or micropenning to brighten the skin and address texture.

    SkinSpirit - Presidio Heights

    4.7(239 reviews)
    0.9 miPresidio Heights
    $$$$
    Established in 2003
    Free consultations

    I adored Joy! She really took the time to chat through all of my preferences and goals in a way…read morethat felt supportive and collaborative, never pushy. She is a lovely person and such a talented professional! My Botox was absolutely painless and far better placed than anywhere else I've been. It can be a little intimidating to go to med spas, but this one was perfect! I felt so welcomed and everyone was so sweet! Spotless facility, clean and elegant feeling. I was so happy with my service that I booked a return appointment and a facial right away. I'm never one to instantly book follow ups, but my experience here was too great to not. Will be recommending to friends looking to get Botox in the area! You won't regret it.

    I've been seeing Maria for years and she is truly a gem. I completely wrecked my skin barrier at…read moreone point trying to DIY my skincare with too many actives, and my skin was constantly irritated and reactive. Maria helped repair my skin with personalized skincare recommendations and treatments, and my skin already looks and feels so much better. Her product recommendations are amazing, which says a lot because most products used to leave my skin worse off than before. She's also worked with me through two pregnancies and always tailors everything to what's safe and appropriate for that stage, which I really appreciate. Navigating skincare during pregnancy can be such a struggle and it feels so good knowing my skin can still look great during this stage of life. I've done Ulthera with her and had a great experience. The treatment itself can be a little stingy, but the care and attention she provides makes the whole experience feel incredibly supportive and almost spa-like. I still have more I want to do (BBL and Sculptra next!), and I trust her completely. Her own skin is glowing which is the best proof she knows exactly what she's doing. I can't recommend Maria enough. Thank you Maria, for all of your help!

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    SkinSpirit - Presidio Heights - Dermal filler can be applied to the jawline to achieve a more streamlined silhouette.

    Dermal filler can be applied to the jawline to achieve a more streamlined silhouette.

    SkinSpirit - Presidio Heights - Enjoy your brightest complexion yet + treat sun damage with an IPL photofacial.

    Enjoy your brightest complexion yet + treat sun damage with an IPL photofacial.

    SkinSpirit - Presidio Heights - Gently exfoliate and remove peach fuzz with dermaplaning.

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    Gently exfoliate and remove peach fuzz with dermaplaning.

    SF Aesthetics and Laser Center

    SF Aesthetics and Laser Center

    4.6(133 reviews)
    1.2 miMarina/Cow Hollow
    $$$

    I've been a client of SF Aesthetics several times over the years, and until recently I had positive…read moreexperiences. That's why my most recent visit was such a shock and disappointment. I paid $1000 for Dysport with one very clear request: I wanted a fully frozen forehead, the same result I have consistently achieved here in the past. At two weeks (the full window for Dysport to set in), I still had significant movement and visible lines. For anyone familiar with injectables, this outcome is far below what's reasonable at this price point, especially when the goal was explicitly communicated in advance. When I reached out to the clinic about the poor result, I expected professionalism, accountability, and a willingness to make it right. Instead, I was told that if I wanted the issue corrected, I would have to pay for more units. That is simply not industry standard. Reputable injectors stand behind their work and typically offer a complimentary touch-up if results fall short of what was promised. Whether this was poor injecting or a bad vial should not then be the patients problem to pay. What made this worse is that I know that if the vial is reported to the manufacturer, the company would happily provide them with a complimentary replacement vial. In other words, the clinic had the ability to resolve this at no cost to themselves. Rather than taking that step, they placed the burden back on me after I had already spent $1000. It's deeply disappointing to see a practice prioritize profit over integrity and client satisfaction. I left feeling dismissed and taken advantage of. For something as personal and expensive as facial injectables, trust and accountability are everything. Your face and your money deserve better than this.

    Great place to go if you are asian/chinese and want laser mole removal. I have seen fantastic…read moreresults in one session with some complete gone, and others looking like minor freckles.

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    Poor result from $1000 of Dysport

    LaserAway

    LaserAway

    4.5(389 reviews)
    1.5 miUnion Square, Financial District
    19 years in business
    Certified professionals

    I love the Staff here! They are always helpful and accommodating. Whenever i reach out to…read moreGabriella, she gets me right in. And the nurse Emily is so personable, she totally understands exactly what im asking. Walter has been another great contact here....he goes back and forth between the Castro location.

    tl;dr keep meticulous records of your appointments and call ahead to confirm…read more Doesn't matter the location (I've tried Union Square, the Castro, and the Marina) - this business will make mistakes and your pocketbook and results will suffer. 60% of my interactions with LaserAway are incorrect: Scheduling mistakes, over-counting how many sessions I've had and trying to charge me for new packages, and not doing a thorough job at appointments. I've learned to call ahead to confirm my appointments a) are still on the calendar and b) include the full treatments I've purchased. The last straw for me today was when I called to confirm my upcoming appointment and they told me I had run out of sessions for certain parts of my body. That didn't seem right, so I went into my doc where I keep a record of all treatments, and sure enough, I still had one left. When I asked them to triple check, THEY FOUND THE SAME. After this final appointment I am changing providers. I've spent thousands of dollars and I've had enough of the errors and fleecing.

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