Now that I'm in my 40s, I've made it more of a priority to invest in my health and wellness. Part of this investment has come in the form of regular facials. I have been seeing Melissa for monthly membership facials for about seven months now. I typically take care of my skin on a daily basis (sunscreen and at home skincare) so I didn't have any major issues when I started with Melissa, but let me just say that my quality of my skin has noticeably improved since I started seeing her, especially with her chemical peels. Melissa proves that you don't have to do anything over the top or drastic to get great results. She knows her stuff and knows exactly what to recommended when I see her. I think her prices are reasonable and fair for the services she provides. I would recommend her without hesitation! read more

I can't say enough good things about 5.5 Skincare Spa. Melissa, the owner, is truly one of a kind--she's warm, welcoming, and has an incredible gift for knowing exactly what my skin needs every time. Her care and attention to detail make each visit feel like a reset button for both my skin and my spirit. I always leave feeling deeply relaxed, refreshed, and completely cared for. If you're looking for a skincare experience that goes beyond the surface, this is the place. read more

I've been going to Five Point Five since Melissa first opened and I am always thrilled with the service and the results. My go-to service is dermaplane and hydrafacial but I've tried other facials as well from her, all of them great. I also went through the Keravive Scalp Health series a while back and it corrected my scalp psoriasis! I recommend Melissa to friends all the time and I recommend her to anyone reading this :) read more

I absolutely love Melissa, she's the best esthetician. Not only does she take care of business but she also explains the process in ways you'll be able to understand. She's also very friendly and will make you feel very comfortable. I've been going to her since 2021 and it was the best decision ever. I was going through a really bad acne breakout due to my ovarian cysts and she cleared out my face in 3 months. I couldn't be happier with the results on my face. My skin has never looked and felt better. I also love her waxing services, she's very clean and professional about that. If I could give her more stars I would! read more

Five Point Five - These are my results from the first three months after starting with her. Not only did the acne go away but also the redness in my skin. - Skin Care Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Before I met Melissa, I used to purchase skincare mindlessly thinking "ahh this product is the one that will transform my skin." Eventually, because I never consulted anyone with my skincare routine, I ended up damaging my skin barrier and I never recovered from it. I felt truly miserable about my skin until I met Melissa. I've been seeing Melissa for a little less than a year now and my skin has completely transformed! My skin routine has completely changed for the better and I honestly feel so much more confident about my skin and myself. Skincare requires consistency (which I learned from Melissa) and I'm so happy to have met her. She always goes above and beyond to explain your skin goals and has the perfect combination of attention to details and clinical abilities to execute your skincare goals. I've gone for a hydrafacial and DMK enzyme treatment. Both experiences have been amazing. I'm so lucky to have an esthetician like Melissa! If you're looking for your forever esthetician , you've found her! Seriously, words can't describe her talent and dedication to her work! read more

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I been going to Melissa since 2021 and she has helped me stay looking in my early 20s. I absolutely love her facials not only are they relaxing but have so many benefits. I also go for my Brazilian and I wouldn't trust anyone else she is very gentle and makes me feel comfortable. Her space is also very cozy and super clean. I 100% recommend this place if you are looking for somewhere to get facials or waxing services. read more

She gives an excellent pampering experience. Got a hydrafacial deluxe And dermaplane. Highly recommend.

Where doing start...Melissa is amazing. She's so sweet and wonderful. She was able to see me within a few days. I've been getting Brazilian waxed for about 3 years now and finding someone you can feel comfortable with is very important because you want to feel comfortable. From the moment I walked in I felt super comfortable. She had a personalized welcoming sign with my name on it. I loved it. Her studio is so cute, warm, and welcoming. I do have to say that I was in a knee brace and she made sure I was comfortable and willing to work around my injured knee. I had asked her some other questions regarding her other services I am curious about and can't wait to book for those and see her again for maintenance. I highly recommend that you come to see her. read more

I love going to see Melissa every month! She's totally professional and my skin has never looked or felt better. I've been going every month for over a year and I just hope she never moves. I already drive 40 miles one way and it's totally worth it. read more

I refer all of my friends to Melissa since my experience with her over the last 6 months have been nothing but wonderful. I only do Hydrafacials with her but she has thrown in the LED treatment so many times-- even once for having to reschedule my friend and me (which we did not mind at all). Her treatment room is not only sanitary and professional, it is also absolutely aesthetically pleasing and creates the perfect relaxing ambiance. She always offers water and allows my friend to sit and hook her bags somewhere while we wait for each other to finish our treatments. Melissa makes every appointment so comfortable. I have gotten facials elsewhere and some of the skin professionals can be intimidating to approach with questions but Melissa is not this way at all. She is very empathetic and so mindful with her educational advice. FAVORITES: - If you have gotten facials or done lashes before on top of a very uncomfortable bed, you will LOVE Melissa's bed. It is even more comfortable than 95% of mattresses I have laid on. It makes even longer treatment times such a dream. - Results: Probably the most important but I follow her recommendations for products as well as my sister and friend and we have all seen such remarkable improvements in under 2-4 months with our acne, hyerpigmentation, and more. - Personal favorite: Her integrity and honesty. She really is not the type of person to push any products on you and she is SO generous with samples. She wanted my friend to finish her generous samples before purchasing. She never pushed a single product on me during our first session. I really appreciated this about her and it made me trust her even more that she is not just selling products to me. Whatever she has recommended for my specific concerns have worked very well for me. Much love to the DMK line she carries! read more

I don't leave a lot of reviews but I had to leave one for Melissa after my experience yesterday. She is an absolute rock star and this is by far the best waxing experience I've ever had. She uses the best quality wax and walks you through what she's doing. She provided me with great tips to continue to improve the quality of my skin pre and post wax as well as what to do at home to get the most out of my waxing. She was calm patient and most important quick without compromising quality. I will absolutely be returning. Aside from the amazing experience this is the best my skin has ever looked post waxing. Thanks for the great experience Melissa. read more

Melissa is so good. I love the way she explain everything she did on me. She is so easy going very easy to made appointment. Melissa made me feel so good 5 stars are not enough for her. read more

Sweet and knowledgeable! She did an amazing job and was very informative of the before and after waxing process. I would definitely recommend! read more

I did a hydra facial with Melissa. Incredible results. She has been great with products and aftercare for good skin. Thank you!

Melissa is awesome! Booking an appointment is a breeze. Melissa is friendly and knowledgable. She's the best, you won't regret it!

Melissa is the absolute best! Both my fiance and I have received facials by her and we can't wait to go back! Throughout the whole process, Melissa provided me with so much knowledge about my skin! She really helped me understand why certain products I was previously using weren't helping me and was able to recommend products that I currently use and absolutely love! She is also so sweet! We can't wait to go back! Thank you, Melissa! read more

Five Point Five - Skin Care Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Melissa is the absolute best, I've been coming with her since February and couldn't be happier. She's super knowledgeable explaining every step and also making you feel super comfortable and relaxed. She's honestly the best!!! read more

Had such a lovely facial. Melissa was so knowledgeable and pleasant the entire time. This was my first facial and I was really missing out on a great experience. My skin looked and felt incredible after, never been better. Highly recommend coming to see Melissa and treating yourself to a new face. read more

She's Amazing I love this place she makes it very comfortable and welcoming, super recommended

I have been going to Melissa for about five months now for Microneedling and I could not be happier with my results! 5/5 recommendation

Melissa is the BEST. She is so nice, patient and even took her time to explain to me how to wax at home. Getting waxed down there can be awkward especially when you're going to a new place but Melissa kept the conversation going and it was so natural I didn't feel uncomfortable in the slightest. I will definitely be coming back here. read more

Melissa at Five Point Five is literally my skin life saver!!!! She has endless knowledge of skin, skin care, a healthy lifestyle (need that! Your skin puts out what you put in!), and just all the great solutions to help you reach your goal and healthy skin. She literally puts in all the hard work, completely makes a skin care routine and facials just for You!! She listens to not only your likes and dislikes, but what your skin wants and needs! Just a little background of myself, i first found Five Point Five looking for just a quick, over night solution to the acne that had developed, i felt, "over night". I actually got a facial at this Korean spa that i had found on Groupon, let me tell you...worse thing i could've done. Without going into too much detail, i should've done my research and valued my skin more than picking a random sale of the day that wasn't meant for my skin type. Anyhow, I was so embarrassed, you would never catch me without make up because i was so insecure with the amount of acne that popped up on my chin, jaw line, cheek area. After going to Melissa, she taught me about my skin..the products i was using were actually doing more damage than helping my acne, i was so dry and would find my face "dripping" of oil just a couple hours into my day. She taught me what my skin was lacking and what would best enhance my skin while controlling my new acne. Although it wasn't instant, nothing is, but my skin was already improving within the first week. Melissa had provided samples for me and i was able to choose which products i liked and of course worked best for my skin. By week 3 i was on a skin routine with my personalized items and could completely feel the difference already. My skin was evening out, blemish spots were lightening and my acne was getting controlled. I had to learn this through her though; the type of acne i had, what caused it, what helps and what doesn't help, and my skin type..to properly love my skin. By the time of my next facial, my skin was getting "back to normal". I went to work without make up! (I haven't done this in yearssss!!) Continuing my morning and night skin routine everyday, loving my skin, i see more and greater results. I hardly ever wear make up now and I'm confident in my own skin! Something i haven't been able to do since high school! On top of learning about my skin, i have the Absolute Best time at Five Point Five. Soooo relaxing and i can feel my personalized facial working! I never leave unsatisfied, but always feeling clean and glowing! And of course walk away with not only the best working products, but the best smelling ones too! I've encouraged all of my friends, family, and boyfriend to come here, and they all love it! Nothing less than top service, care, knowledge, and products. Melissa / Five Point Five is the best thing that's happened to my skin. read more

Melissa is absolutely amazing. I have extremely dry patches around my nose and after just one facial those patches were completely gone! She is very knowledgeable and knows what works well with your skin type. She gave me a few samples that she recommended for my skin type and I found the perfect moisturizer thanks to her. If you're looking for someone who uses great professional grade products and amazing results, a visit to Melissa is a MUST. read more