Aline is your girl if you want a thorough facial that will leave your face and pores so clean. She is meticulous and really knows her stuff. I am very prone to blackheads and she get them all. She also recommends products (which I am very happy with) but does not overly push it on you which I appreciate. She works from her beautiful, clean, and safe home. I would 100% recommend her work. read more

I have been coming here for many years sense a teenager, she is highly experienced and very good at what she does. She is also very kind and super responsive. read more

I've been coming to Aline for years and have spread the word about her business to my family, friends and strangers. I've taken both my nephews, sister and friends. She will tailor the facial to your needs and skin type. This is not a foo foo facial that is comforting, relaxing and beautiful. The extractions can hurt and there is some sting from the chemical peels. Trust me. Once you heal you will not regret it. No pain no gain. As soon as I leave my face may be a little pink but I am still glowing. Within a few days my skin is like a baby's...so smooth and clean. I used to wear face make up but not anymore! With the product recommendations and maintaining in between facials I don't even wear much make up (concealer and mascara mostly). Upmost recommended. read more

Apothecary 4 Skin - Post chemical peel and extractions. The pink areas are from extractions. - Skin Care Near Me - Chino, California

I've loved getting facials from Aline. She is so knowledgable, caring and really takes the time to get to know you & and your skins needs! She works out of her home and is very professional. You can tell she's truly passionate about what she does read more

I'm in awe of how far my skin got just from one treatment! The congestion in my face cleared tremendously. Aline is super clean with her area and knowledgeable of skincare needs. She did my facial after analyzing my skin. We did extractions and a mandelic peel. I'm a big baby when it comes to extractions, but she made me feel comfortable through it. In less than a week my face was glowing and almost fully free of congestion! I already have my next appointment booked with her read more

I had my first appointment with Aline about 2 weeks ago and my skin has improved so much since. She did a light chemical peel since I have rosacea and my redness has improved so much. She also showed me a great sunscreen that I should use and my skin really seems to like it. Also, I have been applying aloe very every night just like she told me to and this has also contributed to the improvement of my skin. She was very welcoming and makes you feel at home. The extractions were the most painful part of the facial but she tried her best to make me feel comfortable during the process, which I really appreciated. I will definitely be visiting her in the future for more facials and peels :) read more

I love going to Aline's to get my facials. Aline is super knowledgeable and professional. She assess what my skin needs during each visit and caters based on those needs. So the treatments vary each time based on how my skin is doing. But I always leave her place with my skin feeling supple and hydrated. Her place is very clean and calming, I always feel very relaxed during my facials. Aline will also recommend you products she knows would be great for you and your skin goals! read more

I saw Aline from age 21-29 until I moved away but I to this day have not been to one doctor or esthetician that knows skin care like her. I'm almost 34 now and I still get my products from her. I can't imagine how terrible my skin would look now if it wasn't for her. Thank you Aline! read more

I've been coming to Aline for a little over a year. My skin has completely been transformed. My first appointment I left with a face full of extractions and it felt like I removed years of dead skin off my face. A year later my adult acne gone and my skin is brighter and looking healthier than it's ever looked. Still working on hyper pigmentation but Aline and I have a plan to even out my skin tone with consistent peels and a great regimen at home. Thank you Aline for all your skin care tips and expertise. read more

Apothecary 4 Skin - Transformed skin 1 year later - Skin Care Near Me - Chino, California

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I'm a new client of Aline and I noticed she doesn't have a lot of recent reviews where I personally didn't know what to expect so please be prepared for a review as thorough as her process because she deserves some more attention! Aka only read this review if you're okay with VERY long reviews haha. The service: I didn't choose a specific treatment but texted Aline some of my concerns and after she cleansed my face upon arrival, she was able to create a session according to my skin's needs which I love because all skin is different and I prefer that mentality over a spa saying "their facials are for everyone." In this 1 hour session I received a face cleansing, a consultation about my skin, an enzyme peel with steam (recommended if you have more sensitive skin otherwise she does chemical peels), an extraction session, a gel mask with LED lights (light therapy is great for killing bacteria) finished with cooling fresh aloe, moisturizer, and sunscreen. I also learned that what I thought was acne and black heads (because of Google and random makeup consultations), is actually rosacea and skin tags! This is where a professional comes in handy from their experience versus all the possibilities you may find on Google (Aline has 20+ years of licensed experience!) I'm not going to lie, because this was my first time, I did not know extractions hurt as much as it did (I have a very low pain tolerance with sensitive skin and can bleed easily) but honestly it's just like getting your eyebrows threaded, temporary pain for a better result in the long run. In the end my face was GLOWING! I still had my textured skin from skin tags, rosacea, and new extractions but you can feel your skin being firmer and healthier! It was mentioned that the extractions do take a few days-1 week to heal and the skin is generally drier for a couple of days because of the peel so please do leave some time for a recovery period if you're planning an appointment before a special occasion. She also discusses every step of the process so be prepared for some skincare terminology but feel free to ask questions about it because she's so sweet and answered all of mine! The environment & COVID precautions: Apothecary 4 Skins is currently NOT a store. This is a woman-owned small business where Aline works from her home and one of the rooms upstairs is designated towards your service. This might be weird at first for some people, but let me tell you that Aline was WAY more cautious and sanitary than most spas or studios that I've researched/heard of/experienced. She even makes sure her clients are vaccinated before attending their sessions. Once you arrive, be prepared to take your shoes off which I really didn't mind but in case you're worried, she provides some feet covers that resembles a hair net for your feet. A hair net is also provided for your hair since you will be laying down. As you walk in, relaxing music plays from her living room as you go into the upstairs room for her studio. She has a small podium for your belongings and you lay down on the same type of bed you experience at clinics and get started. After the service is done the room and bed is sanitized and a waiver is signed. The attention to detail and sanitation made me feel very comfortable the entire time I was there. After thoughts: This is not a service that focuses on massages like spas but instead on the actual health of your skin by renewing your skin so you can maintain it accordingly at home. Because each session is different, the prices vary so it is not cheap but is definitely reasonable for the entire experience ($150+). I'm now going to adjust my skin care routine based on a lot of her recommendations and use some of the products I bought from her as well. She sells some great quality products including Elta MD sunscreen, which has been one of the best sunscreens out there, especially sensitive skin types. I bought a foaming cleanser, gel moisturizer, retinol lotion, sunscreen, and anti-aging peptide serum from her. My treatment plus the new skincare regimen totaled up to a little over $300. Considering how much I constantly spend at Sephora and Ulta for random brands and the time saved instead of reading reviews, I think this was totally worth it! I can't wait to see how the products work out and to continue more sessions with her as time goes on! read more

Apothecary 4 Skin - Products that I bought from Aline. Left to right: cleanser, anti-aging serum, gel moisturizer, retinol lotion, sunscreen - Skin Care Near Me - Chino, California

I found Aline on Yelp for a facial before my wedding. I wanted somewhere covid conscious where safety was important. I felt very comfortable communicating (text/phone) with Aline during the booking process and was glad she asked for vaccination status. During my first consult she recommended things based off what my face needed (which I liked bec I had no clue). My first facial was extraction and micro dermabrasion, she used calming products that smelled really good, my skin was glowing from the hydration. I even purchased some products on the way out & I absolutely love them. She recommended another facial just 2 days before the big day (for special events) and I'm so glad I did it. Thank you for working with my schedule Aline! (She is so sweet and helpful). My face has been glowing the past week and even on my wedding day, no harshness on my skin with no blemishes on the big day which allowed my makeup to set very nicely. I can feel and see a difference in my skin, no dullness, no breakouts, brighter so I don't need to wear makeup daily. I'll definitely be returning for more facials to come :) thank you Aline! read more

Aline is truly the best! I've been to multiple places to help treat my hormonal/cystic acne but Aline's treatment has by far surpassed any other place that I have been to. She really takes the time to understand what's best for your skin and has great knowledge on what type of ingredients/chemicals help to keep the acne at bay. Not to mention, the products she offers are GAME CHANGER! My skin feels so cleansed and refreshed after a session. My skin has drastically improved in just several sessions and I am so grateful to have found Aline! read more

Finally looking and feeling like myself again. I went to Aline feeling so defeated and thinking I will never have good skin again. I remember my consultation so clearly. I was telling Aline my story and trying SO hard not to burst into tears. My skin was ruined from the Aviclear laser. It gave me cystic acne and scars that left my skin looking disfigured. After numerous aggressive treatments from med spas, my skin got worse and worse. I was terrified of adding chemical peels to my regimen given how irritated and sensitive my skin was. Aline assured me that she can treat it with a gentle chemical peel (didn't know that was a thing) and my acne and scars would improve over time. Feeling the lowest of lows, I figured I had nothing to lose. I got a peel every 3 weeks and three peels later, I'm starting to recognize myself again. I find myself not dreading having to wake up and face the mirror. I find myself dressing up and going out. It feels like I got a piece of my soul back. I'm feeling hopeful and liberated. I know this sounds dramatic, but that's honestly how I feel. I was trapped behind a skin and face I didn't recognize. They say you can't buy confidence, but Aline's facials definitely helps! I'll post before and after photos when I'm feeling completely whole again. read more

I had my first facial with Aline yesterday evening, and it was such a good experience! Aline is a seasoned professional with great tips and advice on how to take skincare to the next level. She also takes covid safety measures very seriously, which was extremely important to me when looking for an esthetician. Aline took a close look at my skin and tailored the facial to what my skin needs. I always thought my skin was oily, but I was wrong! The extractions weren't as bad as I thought, but they're rarely fun. I did purchase a few of the products that Aline used, and I'm excited to see how my skin will improve over time! All in all, I highly recommend Aline and will definitely be going back to her in the future. read more

This is honestly worth the 45-minute drive for me. When I called to potentially schedule an appointment, I had inquired about her whole process to which she happily answered and she even gave me some suggestions as well. With Aline's sweet demeanor and knowledge of skincare, I knew I should be booking an appointment. During the session, she had explained all of her steps and was cautious about doing too much based on the current skincare routine. The extractions were very thorough and meticulous; in fact, I didn't even want to go out the next day but I have a life, you know lol. Aline gave me tips on what I should do during my healing process and I honestly am excited for my skin to be normal again, but 10x better, of course. I always know if I'm going back again based on the entire experience -- from the first phone call to leaving or even a quick "help me" message as soon as I get home. I was so happy with Aline that I told my friends and bf about her and I know I'll be coming back again to follow up. Overall, great experience and I'm happy to have met Aline! Tip: She accepts Venmo/PayPal or cash, but no credit card. =) read more

My first time going to Alina today, she is very nice, approachable and easy to talk to. She goes through the treatment process and explains what she is doing and why. She is knowledgeable in her field and takes the time to explain. I didn't know there is a difference in esthetician's (spa vs clinical) and Alina is on the clinical aspect which has a dermatologist background and incorporates appropriate clinical grade treatments for your skin, compared to spa esthetician's that may use lower grade products and focused on massage and relaxation techniques on skin (may or may not do extractions). I ended up buying 2 products from her on my first visit. I really do believe she knows what she's talking about. Already made my next appointment with her. Thank you Aline ‍ read more

Aline fixed my acne prone skin and I can't thank her enough. I went to her to get chemical peels and she is very reasonable in her pricing. She does practice from her home but she makes it very professional so I had not hesitations to book with her. I've taken my aunt and uncle to her too and she was very nice and accommodating. Aline you have magical hands. Thank you for restoring my confidence and getting rid of my acne. You healed years of childhood trauma by fixing my skin. read more

I've been meaning to leave a Yelp review and now that I got the chance I am going to share my brothers acne experience. Prior to learning about Aline he tried an endless amount of products and nothing was helping. After seeing two dermatologist and taking prescription medication there was still no improvement. Desperate to find a solution, as I saw how it was affecting his self esteem, I turned to Yelp. I'm not going to lie at first I was hesitant because of the cost however we were desperate to find a remedy or at the very least a relief. He was suffering from cystic acne on his chin to start with but after a few weeks it was everywhere. I couldn't bear to see my brother going through it anymore so I messaged Aline and we scheduled an appointment for the following Wednesday. Since the services are provided from her home I sent a picture of my brother and advised her I would be at the visit. Let me say, WOW! She is a lifesaver! After only one session of a chemical peel and a light extraction, not only did the acne go down but it's completely gone! The first three days were brutal because his skin was peeling severely, but after that it was like he had never had anything to begin with. He did follow the strict regimen that Aline recommended and it has been months and his skin is still clear! So to anyone debating on whether to go or not... GO!!!!! She's amazing and I wish I had learned about her during my pimpley teenage years. Thank you Aline for everything. You have restored my handsome brothers confidence. If I have pictures I will update to show before and after :) read more

Aline is hands down the best facial I have ever had. I've only been going to her for a few months but I have had the best results I have ever had for my skin! She is extremely pleasant and thorough and customizes each person for the style of there skin. She has so much knowledge and always answers all my questions very openly and honestly. Every time you have an appointment she makes it exclusively for you particularly! Like your VIP! read more

Aline is my go to for my skin care needs. She is truly an expert at what she does. However, what makes me keep coming back is that everything is very specialized and catered directly to me. I'm not a huge skin care guy, but Aline is very flexible and willing to work with me to best accommodate my skin to the lifestyle that I live. read more

I went to get a facial with Aline on 1/7. I let her know that my concerns were fine lines/wrinkles and large pores. The first thing she did was clean my face and then she moved on to the extractions! I'm not going to lie, the extractions were painful!! However, once that is done the rest of the facial is very relaxing! Once we were done she recommended a couple of things that I can use on my skin... Glycolic Cleanser, Vitamin C serum, Peptide Booster, and Sunscreen. I never leave my house without makeup because of my large pores, but after I left Aline's house, my face was so clean that I went the whole day without makeup! I was actually out the whole day and I didn't care that I wasn't wearing any makeup because my face and pores looked so clean! Aline is very nice and I know that I can go to her for any skin concerns. read more

Excellent- I received a chemical peel and loved how professional and gentle the procedure was! I would definitely recommend to friends and family. I'm planning to come back for a few more peels. Aline is very nice and easy going. Aline has helped my skin with texture and brightness. She is very knowledgeable and honest. I totally recommend coming to see Aline with any skin issues. read more

Aline was so great at renewing my skin! It's been more than a week now and my skin is blemish free and healthy. Not only did she take care of my clogged pores, but she also educated me on the right products for my skin! Definitely will be going back :) read more

Since moving back, I've tried a few places for my facial skin care needs. This is my favorite by far and will be my go to going forward. I did a light Chem peel yesterday and will update my review later. So far I'm very happy with the results. read more

I have referred friends and family to Aline throughout the years, but the ultimately referral was definitely when I took my Mom to Aline for Mother's Day for an Anti-Aging Facial. My mom said this is without a doubt the best facial that she received in her lifetime and that I can only take her to Aline for facials now. My Mommy is so SPOILED!!! Please refer to my previous posts in regards to the acne treatments. For my mom's anti-aging treatment, Aline was so sweet to explain to my mom in Vietnamese each of the steps and the function of the products that she was about to use. First she cleansed my mom's face and turned on the steamer to open up the pores. She checked with my mom and adjusted the steam pressure (by distance) as needed. She knew my mom's skin needed some microdermabrasion loving to rid her of the dead skin cells and she did it prior to the extractions to really get all the gunk beneath the surface out. Aline was so dedicated while extracting my mom's pore, especially the stubborn white heads that other past estheticians had fail to remove during many of her past facials. This is why I absolutely adore Aline, I know she genuinely cares about her clients. After the extractions were over, she applied a nice firming mask to help close up the pores where it rested and firmed up after about 10 minutes. Then a large hot towel is used to removed the mask and then she moisturizes, spfs and finishes up my mom's face with a peptide serum. My mom said she felt the immediate difference and cleanliness of her skin and she was already trying to map out in her head how to get to Aline's from her workplace. It was too cute!! Not only did my mom get spoiled with her Mother's Day Facial, she also got hooked up with a new beauty regiment: - Rhonda Allison Glycolic Herbal Wash ($35): This has always been my favorite face wash, and now my mom is joining me on the glycolic hype. This face wash is gentle enough for me to use on a daily bases without any dryness or peeling. It helps remove the dead skin cells and also to avoid unnecessary build up clogging your pores. - Elta MD Skincare SPF 45 ($35): My mom's former SPF is about the same price but it is missing the zinc oxide ingredient to help efficient fight the UV rays. At first my mom insisted on the SPF 50 but Aline applied both on her arms for comparison and my mom agreed that the SPF45 was the right amount of protection without feeling to heavy on her skin. - Rosance x8 Gel Creme ($50): Go away dark spots!! Aline has a 2% bleach and a 4% bleach but she recommended my mom to start off with the 2% bleach to see if she gets the results that she needs. This bleaching gel helps my mom with all of the hyperpigmentation and aging spots that have accumulated throughout the years. I don't even notice it but my mom hates her dark spots so she was incredibly happy for this bleaching gel. - HC Peptide Booster ($90): When we go out people already think that my mom is my older sister. This will make me the older sister soon :) This is a deep wrinkle serum with firm and tone your skin to undo the appearance of wrinkles. My mom has been using this for about a week and already noticing desirable results. These peptides are the legit stuff!! Trust me, my mom grew up during the war time so it is in her nature to be thrifty. She even yelled at me when I bought her the Ipad2 for the Mother's Day when it first came out... But this year she resisted a little coming, but by the time we were leaving it was more like, oh yes buy it, buy everything!! I was like.. oh? OKAY!! My mom can have some Aline-time and Aline-products for all future gift needs!! read more

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I found it quite strange that my last review for Aline was more than a year ago. Needless to say, this write-up is long overdue. I have faithfully come in once a month over the past year and a half because frankly, If I halted my visits, who knows what kind of pore-y chaos my skin would subject itself to. She has not only nurtured my complexion, she provides me the education I need to maintain the progressive path my skin has taken. Once in a while, I'll have a bad month where I have more impurities than usual, but obviously that can be attributed to almost anything. What I like about Aline is that we'll devise a plan to circumvent the problem without 1) agitating my skin more 2) burning a hole through my wallet 3) changing too much of my routine which works most of the time. Aline will take the time to get to know not only your skin but you as a person. You will also find that you look forward to these sessions albeit the tingling (yet short lived) pain from those extractions. And she's quite good at getting the uglies out. Most of you think that facials/skin care are unnecessary maintenance --you'd be surprised at how well this investment will serve you in the long run and you may as well have someone like Aline on your side seeing you through it. read more

Aline is an expert. I always been with my skin so smooth and any marks from extraction dissapear in 5 days cuz like she tells me. I am very diligent about following her instructions because I trust her. She knows how much is too much for your skin and how much it can handle probably from all her years of experience. This is the type of person you want guiding you on a better skin journey...as that is what it is. A journey. She communicates well and text back quick with any concerns I have ...that has also built trust. She cares about her clients which goes a long way these days. I am so happy I found her. read more

I have to start by saying Aline is a great communicator and that in itself makes the experience more enjoyable.. well as enjoyable as extractions go.. My facial was exactly what the other reviewers described analyze, treatment, extractions, melody music, clean environment and free milia extractions! I then inquired about what she had used and what she suggested I buy... I bought/used the regenerating cream (small size) and the cleanser both from Rhonda Allison brand, and I have seen a difference in my complexion! I also noticed I have not had a breakout since the appointment in April. At the time however, I did have a terrible blemish on my face and within two days (post Aline)it was gone Extractions are not as horrible as everyone else describes them, I was expecting to cry on the table because of what I read, but Aline is pretty thorough and gentle. It should be noted that I went to Aline on a whim, no referrals, or other influence! Definitely worth the money! I will be going back !! read more

If you are looking for a facial that makes a huge difference in your skin and want an aesthetician you can trust to get you there, look no further! Today was my second facial I've had from Aline and both times from just getting up when she finished, I felt so much cleaner and refreshed! Aline is very informative, knowledgeable, and always makes me feel so comfortable throughout the facial by asking if everything is okay or how I feel as she goes. The first time I had went was last year midst of covid where the face masks were becoming my worst nightmare and developed huge painful breakouts on my jawline that were under the skin. I couldn't take how it felt and looked and found Aline on Yelp so decided to reach out. She was very kind and made sure to take great precautions with covid making it very comfortable and safe. The facial I received was extractions and peel. She explained everything she was putting onto my skin and what it was for so I always knew what was going on. I had purchased products from her as well and let me tell you, since last year around April... i haven't had a breakout under my skin or at all in that matter in that area since! My skin took about a week to heal but once that was up, my skin was so much smoother and just felt so much better! Not congested like i went in the first time. Today when I had went I had my hormonal acne attack and knew I had to beat it before it got overwhelming. I reached out a few days prior and she was able to get me in pretty quickly thankfully! She looked over my skin and knew exactly what to do. We did extractions and again let me know what she was using and what it was for. My face already feels less congested within acouple hours of having it done. Again was very attentive asking what I was trying to focus on and goals for my skin then telling me what she was needing to do and can't wait for my skin to heal and feel exactly how I felt the last time! Thank you Aline for taking care of me and my skin and can't wait to go back again soon! :) read more

This place is located in a quiet neighborhood and is not a formal office. You go upstairs to room and she give you one of the best facials of your life. She started off by opening up my pores with the steamer. Then prepped my skin for extractions. The extractions are EXTREMELY painful. U I have tattoos over my body but the pain of having extractions on sensitive parts of your face were awful. However, after the swelling went down after a day, I noticed how CLEAN my pores were. I loved it. I didn't have breakouts for days. I have continued to do extractions myself and do facials from time to time with the extractions because even though I enjoyed the facial with her, it's expensive!!!! read more

I have suffered from acne for the past 25+ years and have tried almost everything with no success. I knew I needed a drastic skincare change but have always been terrified of facials. I called Aline and she assured me that she would evaluate my skin and come up with a game plan. So far I have had two mandelic peels and my skin feels and looks so healthy. I cannot wait for my next facial! My only regret is not finding Aline sooner. I purchased a sunscreen and glycolic cleanser from Aline and I love them. I do not know how I ever lived without either of them. She knows what your skin needs. I never thought anyone could crack my bad skin code, but Aline has done it. read more

My daughter got an acne facial with Aline and she was amazing. She was very thorough with the extractions which I loved because my daughter had some terrible black heads. Although her face was a bit red and inflamed for a few days, it's been a week since the facial and she's glowing. She's also been using some products we purchased from her and I can tell the diff in her skin. I definitely will be taking her back and getting a facial myself. read more

I am so glad I found Aline on Yelp! I have been suffering from hormonal acne for over the past year and had tried ever at home face wash, masks, treatment, diet, etc. and nothing seemed to work! My face was a mess! After doing some research, I decided to go with Aline after reading her stellar reviews. I'm not going to lie, I was hesitant but so glad I put that aside! I have only had one facial with her and OMG how my skin has drastically changed for the better. My skin now has this glow that it is never had before. As for the hormonal acne, I have only had one minor flare up since my facial on 3/02. I cannot wait to go back! Aline is a miracle worker and genius when it comes to skin care. I wouldn't trust anyone else! read more

I inquired Aline to schedule an appt but turns out she only accepts female clients unless they were referred by someone female. For someone who works in the medical industry, this is an unethical gender discrimination. Though the reason was protection and such, it is unfortunate for a business to operate as such. Non-discriminatory law imposes that a business ought to accept clients regardless of race, color, gender orientation, place of national origin, disability (mental or physical), or age where such discriminatory affects on beneficiaries, and as per Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a business shall adhere to an equal opportunity to all person seeking admission and treatment as clients. read more

SUCH A SWEETHEART! I love that Aline is patient and very informative. She takes her time explaining her consultations. I appreciate that. I just received my first treatment with her yesterday and I can't wait for my next one. It is a bit pricey I must say but I am in positive hopes that it will all be worth it. She works from home but at no given point did i feel uncomfortable. Her workplace is clean and calming that you forget you are in her home. I have never gotten facials or facial treatments from a professional, so this is a new journey for me. Extractions are painful i learned lol, but everything else is soothing and relaxing. I am glad I came across her here on yelp and I will be going back for more treatments. read more

What a great experience! I loved the setting. Aline has her facial room in her house. No noise whatsoever except the very relaxing meditation music I loved her technique and her products were amazing! I'll definitely be going back. read more

Aline is simply the best. She knows her job and she's very nice & caring. I highly recommend Aline's skincare service.

I love my experience here! Ms Aline was super accommodating and very informative. It was my first time to do a facial treatment and I'm so glad my first experience was w her. She told me everything I need to know, will surely be back! read more

I've been seeing Aline for a couple months to help with some cystic acne that is related to medications I have to take. I've seen tremendous improvement in the redness and scarring already. When I booked my first appointment she was easy to contact and very accommodating with my busy schedule. I had my first facial, where she explained each step and process along the way. I saw immediate improvement in the redness and irritation. I also purchased a moisturizer and sunscreen to better compliment my acne prone skin. Highly recommend Aline. She is very knowledgeable and talented in her craft. read more

I'm utterly excited to finally be writing a review for Aline because I remember finding Apothecary 4 Skin on Yelp over a month ago and reading ALL the good reviews but I was nervous to take the leap of faith in getting the acne facial. The biggest reason was price, but I'll say it now that it's WORTH IT. I can't believe it took me this long to finally call Aline and make an appointment, and all I can say is I only wish I had done it sooner! "NAIL SALON FACIAL" vs. "MEDICAL-GRADE FACIAL" I remember when I first saw Apothecary 4 Skin on Yelp, I was amazed that this place got a perfect 5 stars out of over 60 reviews! That's REALLY good! However, what held me back at first was simply price. I saw the reviews stating prices from $75 to $90 and a nearby nail salon was only charging $45 for an acne facial. I was thinking "Well, they're both acne facials right? So it must be the same thing?" Boy was I wrong! I'm going to share with you my journey from a "nail salon facial" to a REAL facial from Aline. I got my "nail salon facial" about a month ago and just a quick overview, they put creams and I guess "peels" on your face, they do extractions and they massage your face and shoulders. It's obvious that their focus is on relaxation and not so much results. After my "nail salon facial", I found myself back on Apothecary 4 Skin's Yelp and I would obsessively read everyone's good reviews about how their skin is amazing and after just ONE treatment they noticed a difference! Well, it was more than a week after my "nail salon facial"...and I didn't notice a thing =/ I knew there was something different about Aline's facials and after much thinking, I just took a leap of faith and decided to call Aline! FIRST PHONE CALL TO APOTHECARY 4 SKIN: I was surprised as to how extremely kind and informative she was on the phone! She explained what the facial would be like, how she's different, her history of working from dermatologist offices, etc. I felt so welcomed to her business just from that one call! FIRST FACIAL AT APOTHECARY 4 SKIN: I met her for my first facial this past Saturday, 01/19/14, and it was a nice experience! She works out of her very beautiful home and it added so much of a comfort factor. Walking in makes you feel more like a guest than a client. Before even starting, Aline was able to look at my face and say my skin was congested! You can tell right away she was an expert. During the facial, Aline talks you through every step of the process letting you know what she's using on your face, how it's going to benefit your face, and how it's going to feel when it touches your face. The experience is a lot more like a medical procedure than a "relaxing spa" experience, but if you're trying to fight a skin problem, that's what you want!!! POST-FACIAL I know that the facial is actually working because my skin actually FEELS different. It's been about 2 days and I can feel my skin is tighter and not as oily. There were a million little scabs from the extractions, but that's expected. It's part of the healing process of a facial. That's how I know that Aline is good at extractions, because you can see that it's been done. With the "nail salon facial", I had extractions done, but it didn't leave any marks whatsoever. Aline is very informative about how to take care of your skin after the facial and she sells medical-grade cleansers for your face to use at home. OVERALL: I'm SO glad I found Aline on Yelp. I feel like I finally found the answer to my acne problem and don't let money get in the way. Think of ALL the money you'll be spending in the long run on facials that don't work, the monthly subscription of Proactiv, the other TV-advertised solution for your face, etc. Just go to Aline! She's an expert, she'll see the problem with your face, and she'll help you! I highly recommend her to anyone reading this! read more