Sarah was amazing! I had a ridiculous amount of dark spots and skin tags on my face and neck and Sarah was able to make me look better than I have in years! She is so knowledgeable and so easy to talk to, she's professional and made me gain so much confidence in putting my best face forward. I had a few laser consultations at other places and felt put down, but thankfully my friend recommended Sarah and she was confident she could help me and made me feel so comfortable. She told me what to expect with the healing and I was amazed at how quickly my skin healed and looked dramatically better after each session. My family, friends and coworkers just kept commenting that there was something different about me and it was my glowing, smooth skin! I would highly recommend her and have recommended her to friends. I'm definitely going back for touch ups and future treatments! read more

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8 months after the smoothbeam laser Hi Sarah, I don't know how you live your life knowing someone who was severely burned by you during pregnancy still lives with the distress of hyperpigmentation that you caused every single day. I've gone through way more aggressive ablative lasers and never had an issue with hyperpigmentation. It is so important to go to a board certified dermatologist for laser procedures. I learned this the hard way. None of 4 sessions of picosure, hydroquinone, retinol, azeleic acid has improved the hyperpigmentation. You really have done a through job in making this pigment as recalcitrant as your reluctancy to show any remorse. read more

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She told me there would be no downtime--- I was burned so bad my husband thought I was punched in the face She told me the hyperpigmentation would go away--- 3 months later after 2 picosure sessions and skin brightening product, no change in hyperpigmentation She told me that I am the only patient getting burned by her--- please check the Yelp reviews since she severely burned several other clients I am in the process of litigation. Hopefully she can finally get the justice that she deserves. read more

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I finally decided to take care of the spider veins on my legs that I have been self-conscious about for years (thanks for the genes, Mom! almost lol) Since this review, I have been to Laser-Esthetics twice. Sarah is very friendly and explains everything to you + it has never felt as if I'm bothering her with all of my questions. Because I am squeamish, I asked her not to tell me when she was going to start the laser process and she understood. It has only been my 2nd session and I can already start to see the results. Highly recommended... you will not be disappointed! read more

I've been coming to Sarah for a few months for laser hair removal. Found her on groupon and have been a repeat client since. There are so many options in NYC with laser hair removal. I chose to stick with Sarah because 1. Results have been fantastic with no side effects 2. She makes me feel 100% comfortable. 3. Speedy procedure - in and out in 10minutes max. Also Sarah communicates with me directly through text - no automated phone system or assistant. Makes the client relationship feel more personal. As a first time laser client, I was pretty nervous about the pain and side effects. My skin was tolerant in some areas and not as much in others. Sarah sold me a numbing gel for a nominal price and it made the usual pain go away almost 100%. I highly reco you ask about the numbing gel!!! Pleasantly surprised to learn there's no recovery time. Highly recommend this business to anyone interested in trying laser hair removal. read more

I was SO scared of lasers, but Sara is an expert! She removed my freckles in a way that looks cleaned up but natural (the look i told her i wanted). Some practitioners don't have a good eye for that, and i have friends who ended up looking like plastic barbie dolls. Sara uses Korean skincare products - they are natural with no parabens, and my skin healed up in only 6 days. I was using La Mer prior to this laser treatment, and I was surprised the products she used were just as moisturizing if not more so. I was told to expect 10 days for healing, so i was pleasantly surprised my skin responded so well. I have dry, very sensitive skin and i had no adverse reactions! I've attached a photo, I blocked out part of it because Sara is my best kept secret ;) read more

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I am currently in panic mode (aka 1 month countdown) for my wedding day so I decided to give my face some much needed TLC. Laser Esthetics actually offers a lot more than just laser removal treatments! I decided to go with Sarah for a facial. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that she offers a customized for you facial/massage all in one! I arrived to a quick skin consultation with Sarah. She asked me what I wanted to get out of my facial, and how my skin typically reacts. I told her I had some dryness as well as comparatively sensitive skin. With all this in mind, Sarah created a facial just for me - no one size fits all here! She led me into her facial room where I changed into the provided strapless robe and got comfy! Sarah was gentle and always always ALWAYS asked me how my skin felt on a level of 1 - 10. If I had any questions about the procedure, she was happy to answer. I enjoyed talking to her throughout the process and got some great skincare advice. Throughout the facial, her assistant massaged parts of my legs and arms, and then put my legs into this neat compression machine! It took a little getting used to at first but it was great for circulation. Sarah was always in tune with how my body reacted and never hesitated to make adjustments accordingly. Post facial, my skin looked so bright! We did not do any extractions, so I didn't see any redness. They offer facial packages which brings the price per facial down to a very reasonable cost. Coupled that with customized treatments plus a little massage therapy and there really are no comparisons out there! Happy to have my first but definitely not last facial at Laser Esthetics. Thank you, Sarah! read more

As someone who has visited many "beauty" establishments over the years, I wanted to highlight how AMAZING Laser Esthetics is. This business is located on the lower level of a building on a quiet tree-lined street. The calm atmosphere is apparent immediately upon entering. Sarah, the owner, always greets you with a genuine smile & there is never a wait. Rooms are quiet & spa-like. Sarah offers many different services (by appointment only) and provides her clients with direct access via cell. The cutting-edge beauty regimes leave you with a noticeable difference- but most important is the extensive knowledge that Sarah has (& explains) on all treatments. I HIGHLY recommend Sarah and Laser Esthetics to anyone who is looking for beauty treatments by a true professional! read more

UPDATE: it's been about 6 months since my first treatment with Sarah and could not be happier with the continued results. Not only are problem areas less problematic, but the appearance of my fatty areas and my Skin's actual texture has drastically improved. Have come back for other areas and still highly recommend! I've come to Sarah for 3 (fat freeze) fire and ice treatments and could not be happier with the experience and results. After having a consultation for cool sculpting where the tech didn't even look at the areas I was looking to have done, the time and attention Sarah paid to me was amazing. The treatment itself is a little uncomfortable- but you're freezing fat so that's to be expected. She always checks to make sure you're comfortable and that nothing is painful. What I love is the combo of the fat freeze and then the fire treatment. I bruise EXTREMELY easily and can say that I have had minimal to no bruising depending on the body part that was being treated and I think that's in large part of the 2 part treatment that is standard here. She's honest with expectations and because of that I genuinely believe that the results I'm seeing have surpassed my expectations. TLDR: Sarah is great, pricing is phenomenal, results are above expectations. Could not recommend the Fire & Ice package. read more

I've been coming to Sarah for the past 4-years and for as long as I live in NYC, I will never visit any other esthetician! Sarah is honest, trustworthy, and a lovely person to work with. Sarah is also super knowledgeable about the skin, and after having a few facials, laser acne treatments and changing my skincare routine, she has helped to completely eliminate the stubborn, cystic acne on my chin area -- and has dramatically improved and entirely transformed my complexion! I'm now 8-weeks away from my wedding and have been working with Sarah to get my complexion ready for the big day. I tried the Carbon Laser Peel treatment last week, which I'll do again since my skin looks amazing, and will be getting another facial or two between now and April. If you're looking for an experienced esthetician who provides customized treatments depending on what your skin needs, I highly recommend this hidden gem. The quality of service will exceed your expectations! read more

Glad to be the first reviewer! Gave it 4 stars because I have not fully finished the treatments, I'll come back in the future after I start seeing results! I purchased 6 medium areas through Groupon with Laser Esthetics. I went for my first laser hair removal treatment at this lab today and Sarah was great! I have previously had treatments done at another lab and was worried about what I was walking into at first with this second treatment. Sarah has a nice little lab set up with 2 different rooms and a nice waiting area. As I filled out my paperwork Sarah asked questions about my skin type and if I burned easily so that she is sure to use the right laser for my type of skin and pigment. She wanted to be sure that I would not burn or become excessively red after the treatment; she also made me feel very comfortable. Now, I have had laser removal done prior so I knew what to expect when it came to pain. I am usually pretty good with pain so I breezed right through it and since I did not make her stop was done within about 10 min! She applied a little Aloe Vera to the area then also a very lightly tinted sunscreen and I was all done! She explained how she wanted to see me in another 5-6week to allow the new hair follicle to completely grow out to insure that in the next treatment it all gets taken care of. Also, since Sarah owns and runs the lab herself she is very accommodating when it comes to scheduling appointments! Which is such a plus, in my book at least! Overall, I do not regret purchasing this Groupon. =) read more

THIS WOMAN BURNED THE SH*T OUT OF ME! I was seriously covered in circular laser burns allllll over my lady parts for weeks! I have no idea how she has the ratings she does. I bought the Groupon deal and went in for my first session. Mind you, I had a full Brazilian laser treatment done about 10 years ago (6 treatments with absolutely no problems or bad reactions) and just needed a touch-up. I'd also started my touch up process in Los Angeles right before I moved to NY, with absolutely no negative reactions - at all. I model for a living and had an underwear shoot that week which I mentioned to this woman - she assured me it wouldn't be a problem. When I went into the laser office, there was another girl sitting on the couch, young 20's, blond, looked like a young model. The laser woman mentioned I was her fourth model that day. I really REALLY find this hard to believe. While I sat in the waiting area, which was pretty messy, she put on Moana, an odd choice for two grown adults, but whatever. After taking the other girl's paperwork, she took her into a back room for all of two minutes and then brought her back out. Looking back, it kind of makes me wonder if the girl was planted there. Any way, the laser was extremely painful (like back in the old days) and to be honest, she seemed to be enjoying the fact that she was hurting me. Go somewhere else. Never go here. This woman should not be anywhere near a laser. read more

I am so happy I find this place where Brazilian works. I had tried so many times with different therapists. It only made me realize maybe it wont work for me. With my last attempt, I found this place and only took 1 package to make a huge different. FYI, I am Asian. Now I think it is my 5th or 6th treatment. One more treatment, I am done with Brazilian. Happy for me yeah! It may hurt a lot at beginning, but fades away as the treatment goes. At this stage, won't feel much. I would definitely recommend this place and btw Sara is so nice and friendly and an expert knows what she does ! read more

I've gotten multiple laser hair removal sessions at Laser Esthetics and so far, I am amazed with the results. Sarah is the owner and the sessions are by appointment only but she is just a quick phone call away. She is fun to talk to and makes you feel very comfortable throughout the whole laser procedure. I've traveled all the way from Queens just to see her and I'd recommend Laser-Esthetics to anyone looking to get laser hair removal. read more

Great service, clean environment, in and out with no issues and top of the line machinery. This is an office that can take care of so much when it comes to skin care, and even diet. I've learned so much with Sara, have become a minimalist when it comes to treating and caring for my face and have seen such great improvements. will continue to recommend and visit this office for all my skincare needs for years to come! thank you Sara as always for being nothing short of amazing! read more

I have been a client of Sarah's since her opening at Laser Esthetics. I have been getting hair removal in the underarm and brazilian area. I found her on groupon and have been a loyal client since.The amount of care that goes into each session is very pleasing. Not only does she do laser hair removal, but she also offers facials, fat cell removal and a lot more! Being this my first laser hair removal experience, I was pretty nervous, but Sarah walked me thoroughly thru each step such as the side effects-if there are any, the actual process of the hair removal, after care, and precautions. It was very comforting to know that someone can answer even the simplest questions with a comforting answer. Before the actual treatment began, Sarah recommended using a topical numbing gel in case I was sensitive to any pain; but I passed just because I wanted to know what it actually felt like. She also shaves any excess hair in the location you are getting the treatment and cleans the area with hand sanitizer. She started me off at a smaller strength and always asked for my consent if it was ok to go up one-obviously appropriate to my skin. The feeling of the actual laser-on-skin had a little rubber band snap with a cool mist. It honestly felt great(I have a medium pain tolerance). The process only took about 20 min. with no recovery time, maybe even less-depending on where you're getting it. Overall, I would recommend Sarah to everyone! Of course, Sarah being her own boss, she takes clients by appointment only as she has gotten busier over the years.But even when making appts., she has always accommodated to my schedule and communicated with me via text/phone. She is quick to respond and makes the relationship with the client more personal. read more

Great service by Sarah, reasonably priced and the most effective laser I've ever had!

I've now been working with Sarah for several years to address hair removal in different areas. Sarah is very knowledgable and professional, honest and realistic about possible results, patient in answering questions, and a lovely person to work with. I recommend her highly without reservation. I wouldn't go to anyone else. read more

I admit that through the brutal winter weather, I have neglected to trek up to the Upper East Side for about three months now. Another reason being that since my last treatment with Sarah, my skin had improved so tremendously that I no longer have to slather my face in full cover up foundation just to feel comfortable enough to go out. My skin is still far from flawless however, and I am always meticulously searching for things I can improve on. Thus - a huge thank you to Sarah who squeezed me in for a last minute appointment on this March day and welcomed me back with so much warmth and excitement. I followed up with a session of laser hair removal on my upper lip and along my hairline which had previously been the main issue of where my acne was flaring up. (The sensation is absolutely bearable!) I also had a slew of broken capillaries (little red veins) around my nose area for months now which Sarah, the apparent fairy godmother of facial imperfections, painlessly and permanently zapped away in a matter of seconds. I have also begun laser treatments for hyperpigmentation around my cheek and nose area and am highly anticipating results in the weeks to come. And once again I am impressed at how knowledgeable and professional Sarah is, and how comfortable her office is that I am always hesitant to leave at the end. (That and also because I need a little downtime for my face to cool down) After a botched permanent eyeliner job (though that is another story for another place), I absolutely refuse to let anyone but Sarah touch my face. read more

Sarah is quite the business women. She clearly has a steady stream of clients as many came for laser while she was giving me my amazing facial. She uses products that i have not heard of but MAN do they work! She certainly multitasks with clients (in and out of room) BUT never left me feeling neglected or forgotten. i am also picky about this particular aspect of facials as I have had many where the esthetician leaves the room while the mask dries and doesn't give a massage or anything. Today, Sarah gave me LED color therapy while my masked dried and she layered another client. This is a $175 treatment apparently and it was wonderful to experience! She didn't charge me for it, obviously but wow! What a cool thing to add. it relaxed me and apparently does wonderful things for your skin. She definitely adds more treatments than you are paying for which is always a bonus. I plan to go back in a few months for sure. This is a comprehensive experience as Sarah doesn't focus only on the face and checks to make sure all of the equipment she is using is placed correctly and is comfortable. Goodbye chain facial places (Equinox). Sarah has a new client! read more

I made an appointment to treat broken capillaries on my face. I'm pretty fair and also use retin-a, so I often have to address the issue of blotchy capillaries. I just moved to NYC and did some research to find Sarah. She was super thorough and my face looks great on the same day after just one session - she uses a laser for this specific purpose. Prices are super reasonable and location is just a couple blocks off the 6 train. I'm very happy to find her - I'll definitely keep coming back! read more

This is a hidden gem, best laser hair removal in the city, they take their time and make you feel comfortable.

Nooooo..head over somewhere else. I have been doing laser for years and always loved getting it. This place is a definite no no, the place is small, you would not even get a cover up clothing. I did laser in my legs and got badly burnt in one of my legs, there was several burn marks in my legs and i had to get it professionally treated. In addition she is rude, i once missed a session as i misunderstood the dates and she started yelling in the phone. Overall this place is a waste of money. read more

I have started my laser treatment with Sarah since Sept 2016 and had 5 sessions so far. I definitely recommend this practice: Sarah has been the nicest person, so flexible with my super busy schedule, explaining about what I should expect and how it will be done. I had not had laser treatment before and this is my first experience: I absolutely like the results. I just saw a review from couple days back, which is so horrible and to me, is just so not Sarah!! Everyone has the right to judge and review; that review is just unfair based on what I have seen. read more

I have had several laser hair removal sessions with Sara and she is fantastic. Super competent, knowledgable, and gentle to skin. I love to support local, woman owned businesses and compared to laser hair removal chains that are more expensive for impersonal service coming here is a no brainer! Sara is always on time and easy to schedule with and I'm so grateful she's in the neighborhood! read more

The owner, Sarah greeted me with the warmest welcome. It was my first time lasering my hair so I was nervous. Sarah kindly walked me through the procedure with care. Not only is she professional, shes very sweet and makes you feel comfortable with whatever procedure you are doing. Prior to leaving, I noticed a machine thst looked like a treadmill. I had to ask Sarah what it was. She told me its to help your blood circulation, kindly, she let me try it out. This machine shakes your body in a gentle and oddly soothing way. For someone with terrible varicose problems this is my go to machine when I come back for my next round of hair removing. The prices are reasonable, the owner is super sweet and patient. The place is super clean! As a LES resident, I generally don't (or rarely) go above 34 street, so if I'm willing to go all the way up to 85st, it's worth it!! EDIT: my sciatic pain has been acting up thanks to pregnancy. I decided to call up Sarah and see if she does prenatal massages. THANK GOD she's experienced in it!! During my lovely, relaxing massage, I made a comment about my neck, she told me how it's important masseuses know there are pressure points that could stimulate an early pregnancy. Def good to kno! Bc I was abt to ask her to do some deep tissue massage! Even tho this wasn't a deep tissue massage (which I what I always get) this is as comparable as one of the most relaxing massages! Def will b going back again! And def recommend pregnant women to come! Remember, our bodies r going thru a lot, we need a bit of pamper in our lives. read more

Sarah Kim the esthetician is a dream. She knows her stuff, quick, light hand tells it like it is. The salon is not fancy but it is clean. Highly recommended. read more

I found this gem from Yelp because the reviews were so amazing & it's exactly how everyone says it is! Sarah is so knowledgeable on everything and took the time to talk to me about everything! I bought a groupon special for my spider veins and she informed me because I had just used a self tanner a week prior that it would be a bad idea for me to do that because it might leave pigmentation marks on my skin & now that it's summer I didn't want that at all . I then began to question about my cellulite on my thighs which has always bothered me she put together a package for me & I've been doing the Pure Light & Pure Wave combo mixed with Endermology which I have with only 2 sessions defiantly noticed a difference! They are so nice and informative with everything that they do. Made me feel welcome & very comfortable !! I HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND you to try out this hidden gem!! read more

Sarah is wonderful! I am very sensitive to pain, so I was worried it would hurt too much. It really is a bearable pain and she really makes me feel comfortable - I trust her blindly! In regards to the technology involved, she has a variety of laser machines and she definitely knows what works best for each person. I started my treatment about 3 months ago, I am half-way through the process and I can already see the results! read more

If I can give Sara zero stars I would. This lady burned me like I have never been burned before in my Life. I went to her in December based on her reviews which are questionable. Asides from having me sign documents without properly explaining everything to me so she can get my money. She burned me so bad that I had to seek help from a dermatologist to treat my burn wounds. It was my 1st laser experience and my last. I had a Brazilian done and I regret it. She scarred me and I have burn scars that are currently being treated by my doctor. I regret going to this lady with her antique machinery. I have my credit card disputing a full refund with her and she keeps insisting to get paid on this horrible job and service she provided. I remember calling her and she said send me a picture practically humiliating me and never even bothered responding to me. DO NOT GO HERE EVER! read more

Just wanted to leave an update as I have been a loyal customer of Sarah's for some time now. I am extremely satisfied with my laser hair removal and have enjoyed every visit. I feel so comfortable with Sarah and even though the procedure can sometimes be painful she is very patient! I have an extremely fair complexion and was worried that laser hair removal would burn or scar me and Sarah has been meticulously careful not to let that happen. I am a Physician Assistant and would not go to someone I did not trust especially with such sensitive skin care procedures. I am very picky and she has just been so fantastic. Would highly recommend to everyone out there. Thanks again :) read more

I had some spider veins I was sick of seeing, so I began the daunting task of sorting through all the different places in NYC that do laser vein removal. I picked this place because it was a small business with consistently great reviews, and I'm happy to add another one. Sarah is super professional and definitely knows what she's doing. Within the hour, the capillaries around my nose were gone, with none of the negatives they warn you about (light bruising, flaking, scabbing, etc.). Next day, my legs look great too, with only slight irritation around the bigger vein she removed, which looks like it will probably disappear as early as this evening. If I had known vein removal was going to be this easy I would have done it ages ago. read more

I've been going to Sarah for nearly a year now for laser hair removal, and I will keep going for the great service and care she provides. She's got great prices, she performs with care and diligence, her office is clean and her equipment is top notch. I have no complaints. I have extremely sensitive skin as well, so I was nervous to try laser hair removal. But, after witnessing the near miracle effects after the first couple of treatments, I'm hooked. Yes, for those like me, your skin might be irritated for a day or two after but that's completely normal and has everything to do with your skin type and how you react to laser and nothing to do with the service provider. Slab some Aloe on it, maybe an ice pack and you're good as gold. I've recommended Sarah to all the ladies in my life. read more

SPA GOLD ON THE UPPER EAST SIDE!! After being treated to Sarah's services at the Plaza Athenee and other "fancy" corporate spas around the city, I was so thrilled to finally find her in her own intimate, meticulous and comfy salon tucked onto a tree lined block on the Upper East Side. Laser Esthetics is the ultimate in personal services with one of the best skin care therapists, Sarah Choi. She introduced me to the Valmont line of products which create almost instant results as does the smooth beam laser for acne treatment - I actually ran in the other day for an "emergency" prevention blast of the laser which worked immediately. I have also seen her for a super special facial (miraculously without squeezing or poking) and for my first ever laser treatments (almost pain free-which Sarah said is due to the type of hi-end machine she employs). For such a specialized, intimate spa, the equipment is incredibly impressive and state of the art as are the products and details (sheets, robes, tables, etc). I look forward to going back for the weight control program that I want to learn more about. And, I heard that there was a major celebrity coming in that evening!! I want Sarah and Laser Esthetics to get the recognition she and it deserve, but I selfishly want it to remain a super-special magical spa secret on the Upper East Side! ps. I gave my BFF a gift of a facial and she is now a convert as well! read more

So I'm two treatments into my laser hair removal package. I purchased six sessions for my bikini and stomach strip area. Sarah was very thorough in explaining how the laser worked and what to expect from each session. She took her time and made me feel extremely comfortable. Getting used to the laser during my first visit took a little doing but Sarah paced me through it. She answered all of my questions helped make the session breeze by as we chatted about different things. Since I'm a newbie to laser hair removal I was a little nervous about going through with it but Sarah's friendly disposition and explanation of it all put me at ease. I also have to say, I initially only purchased a bikini package but after my first session I went on to purchase six additional sessions for my "stomach strip" area. I'm so glad I found Sarah! Thinking about purchasing sessions for my lower leg :) read more

Sarah is amazing! She is very nice and welcoming. She is also very flexibly in terms of appointment hours. I can only go during the week after work, which she is very accommodating about. The place is clean and cozy. I went for half-leg and under arm hair removal. She did an amazing job. Essentially, everything was gone after 3 appointments. She is very knowledgeable about when you should schedule your appointments so that you get the optimal response. I highly recommend her! read more

The best laser place in the city.sarah is such a nice person and if your a first timer she will expaline everything to you.i highly recoment you go there.reasonable prices and nice environment.great location you could the the 6,4,5 train up to 86 and walk 2 avenues and 1 block down toward 85th str. read more

I've been coming here for the past 6 months and have had an awesome experience with Sarah each and every session. She is quick, professional, and knows her way around her equipment (and me!). Don't come here expecting a posh or fancy salon; what you can expect however, is a cozy and clean treatment room, attentive personal service, and great results. One of the best decisions I have made (and I don't say that lightly). I highly recommend Sarah and Laser-Esthetics. read more

What a relaxing salon this is! Sarah is great! She is always running on time, has never made me wait. It was freezing outside, yet Sarah kept the place warm and cozy. I went for a laser appointment and it was such a pleasant feeling. Sarah always makes me feel welcome and she doesn't rush me. She's such a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend her services!! read more

Highly recommend Laser-Esthestics for Laser Hair Removal. Sarah is wonderful - patient, knowledgeable, professional, flexible, helpful, informative. It is not one of those huge high end spots - but a nice small space, simple, clean and Sarah is the only person. She really knows what she is doing and so far the treatments are really successful. Can not recommend this place more highly for costs related to results and for the kindness of the owner/clinician Sarah. read more