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I signed up for a membership based on the promise that it could be canceled anytime and that I would receive discounted services. However, the experience was far from what was advertised. The service prices listed online are misleading, as I was quoted a much higher price in person. I ended up paying over 800 for Botox that is more then I ever paid, and was given a 'free' chemical peel that caused severe issues. My entire face broke out, and I had to miss a week of work due to the inflammation, eventually needing prescription steroids to recover. When I contacted them to cancel my membership due to the complications, they refused, insisting I pay $100 for the final month, citing their contract. Any reputable business would understand the situation and waive the fee, considering the expenses I've incurred and the time I missed from work. A different dermatologist I consulted informed me that they should have never performed the chemical peel in the first place along with Botox. Plus they did not test my face for reaction.I strongly advise staying far away from this place.

Sofia L.

BEWARE!!! I've had an awful experience here and I am writing this review as a PSA. Don't make the same mistake I did. Please read this before going. This is the only place I've ever been to for lip filler that doesn't allow touch ups if they mess up your filler/ and will price gauge!!!!! (My lips were completely uneven) I sadly found this place in a Facebook group with great reviews and decided to try it out. I've previously had lip filler before about 9 months before so I understand the process. I noticed during the procedure that the injector was spending a lot of time on one side of my lips and I thought that was interesting but I wasn't going to question it cause she's the professional not me. That was my first mistake. I swelled up immediately so the injector said my lips will go down 50% and we will not be able to see the final product now. After a couple days I messaged her concerned that my lips were uneven and she reassured me it was swelling and to wait the 2 weeks. I patiently waited 2 weeks and as the swelling went down it became more and more uneven. I went in for my 2 week appointment and they insisted it was still swelling and I would have to wait until 4 weeks. They then told me if I wanted more filler to fix it that it would be another $500. I tried to explain to them this isn't one of those "you didn't put enough in" cases and that all i want is my top lip to be even on both sides since one side is severely under filler. I agreed to wait another 2 weeks even though i was leaving for a trip and was extremely insecure about it. I just went in for my 4 week touch up yesterday. They finally agreed that it is uneven but instead of apologizing and agreeing to fix it they BLAMED IT ON THE ANATOMY OF MY BODY. They told me that changes in the anatomy of our lips over time can cause migration and fat loss. (Migration happens over months/years not a couple weeks lol) and I previously had lip filler (I have not aged much in a year lol) I told them how awful it is for a company to make me wait 4 weeks then tell me it's MY FAULT this happened and they would refuse to fix it and that I would have to pay $500. Listen, I am not spiteful over the injector, I understand mistakes can happen and with how much I swelled yes I'm sure it happens, but the fact that a company is taking this situation to price gauge me for more money is disgusting. I just booked an appt elsewhere today to get this fixed. PLEASE anyone coming here take this into consideration. I have attached a picture of my lips before with previous lip filler from almost a year ago (proving that it is not the anatomy of my lips) and then I have attached pictures after this time. My advice- go to Ever/Body or Plump!! Do not waste your time/money here! My appointment was May 31st. I have attached pictures with the time frame. ***update: they have contacted me to fix this. I just went back in and will send an update in a couple weeks.

Permanent Vertical lines on my neck from microneedling.

I had a bad experience dealing with this company- and have permanent damage on my skin from a procedure there. Do not recommend! My facial skin looks worse than before and I have vertical lines on my neck that are weird and awful. They gaslight me and act like that's normal... Really depressing.

Before with .5 Vobella at 2 week follow up
Heather R.

I love this spot! I first went in regarding the promotion for "the perfect pout" that I saw on IG. I made an appointment and was nervous, I met with Odessa and she explained all of the products to me, then she let me touch a model to see the differences on the fillers! Wow. I went with Juvaderm Vobella, as it's more natural looking and feeling. Honestly, they made the experience so comfortable and there was som pain when they do it, but the numbing cream helps! Then, afterwards... my lips were a bit puffy, but I loved them. When they came down, I missed them!! Haha! I've become a huge fan!!! I went back for my 2 week appointment and here I am, I added .5 of Juvaderm Ultra to layer and add just a bit more to my pout, and it was great!! The team is amazing. Odessa is fabulous! She did my lips and is a professional in all ways in helping you get the best outcome. I've just gotten the 2nd bit done and I'm already I love and I have to remind myself that they will settle some still.

Express filler at my cupids bow causing it to overly protrude.
Juliana S.

AVOID: botched lip filler. I dislike leaving negative reviews for a business, but my experience was so negative that I felt I had leave an honest review so other people can be aware when making such a personal decision. When I first came here, Nov 2019 for 0.55 of lip filler I was treated by Odessa who did an excellent job. She took the time to listen to my needs--to keep my lip shape but add a bit more plump to it. I was thrilled with the results. The second time I came here, September 8, I was treated by another injector, as Odessa switched locations. At the start of the appointment I began to share with her that my expectation was to get the same treatment as was done last year, 0.55 of lip filler and to not alter my lip shape. I then started to show photos and she told me she didn't need to hear anything else, and said that Odessa is slow at injecting and she is much faster. I thought this was unprofessional, but I let it slide to my best judgement. When she started injecting she was rushing so quickly that she poked my right breast with the needle. At the end of the procedure she told me she decided to alter my Cupid's bow and my heart sank, as this was NOT what I asked for. Then 16 days since the produce my top and bottom lips are asymmetrical, I have two lumps, one that was blue due to the filler being placed superficially, a crooked smile, my top lip was very hard and hurt a lot when touched, (after two weeks most of the swelling should be gone), and my top lip was bigger than my top lip. Devastated by the results is putting it mildly. I went to the office 16 days after injection to see if they can course correct and I was told that "everyone has asymmetry." They wanted me to wait another two weeks, massage twice a day to see if the asymmetry and bumps would improve. If they wouldn't, they would then consider giving me dissolving filler for free--interesting to charge a client to CORRECT their mistake. Overall, it felt like they wanted me out of the office as soon as possible, and hoped I would forget about the mistake. The next day, I went to a highly regarded dermatology center, who upon evaluation confirmed my lips would not improve over two weeks, due to incorrect injection techniques and I needed to dissolve the filler immediately. They also noted that massaging your lips would not correct the asymmetry. Given my experience with Alchemy 43, I did not trust them to dissolve my lips, which needed three sessions at a cost of $600. This was a painful and disappointing process and they were unwilling to course correct with the appropriate steps. Please do your research! EDIT: I contacted their email as they requested, I shared my story and was told I'll get a call back. This was two weeks ago and I'm still waiting.

Natural lips just one day after injections. No bruising at all
Julia P.

Carissa is amazing! I didn't bruise at all when she did .5 Juvederm in my lips. At other places, I have bruised horribly. Carissa is a gentle injector who listened to me when I told her I wanted to look natural natural natural! I was skeptical of this place because it's cheaper than a plastic surgeons office but I recommended Carissa to ALL of my friends . Yay! Thank you so much!

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Been going here for years now and the treatments have always been super smooth and easy. The staff are also really nice and knowledgeable!

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Ask the Community - Alchemy 43 - Flatiron

How much is the "Hello Bright Eyes treatment",does it include laugh lines? And also the high profile jawline? Is there a discount for various treatments or can this be…

Hi John! It's difficult for us to give pricing ahead of time, as each client is unique. We can give you an exact price quote when you come in - consultations are always complimentary.

Do you have free consultations? If not free, how much are they? I'm interested in getting a chemical peel and want to make sure it's right for me without investing the money. Thank you!

Hi there! Thank you so much for reaching out to us at Alchemy 43. Our consultations are always 100% complimentary, and there's never any strings attached or obligation to get a treatment. Head on over to our website, call us at (917) 970-3743, or… Read more

How much is chemical peel? Thank you

We have two incredible glow-to peels for smooth, polished skin! Our Power Peel for $145 gently but effectively smooths and brightens complexion, and our Power Peel Plus for $185 deeply exfoliates with a 6% retinol booster to reveal bright new skin.

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I wanted fuller lips in a very natural form and Odessa at Alchemy 43 knew exactly what to do.

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I try to get a facial every few months and I've tried a ton of places around the city -- Pretty…read morePlease is one I'll be adding to my rotation and one I'll definitely recommend to friends. The space has a beautiful scent that puts you at ease as soon as you walk-in. I had a signature facial and it really set a new standard for a facial for me. The facial and upper body massage relaxes you, I can't imagine not having a facial with such a nice neck/shoulder/arm massage again. The products they use don't have a strong fragrance -- every detail was perfect. They do give product recommendations after the service but there's no pressure and it doesn't feel sales-y or uncomfortable the way it can at other salons. Highly recommend my facialist Amy!

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