Kim is just all around amazing at what she does. I love how comfortable she makes you feel and she…read moreis very knowledgeable when it comes to your skin. One of my favorite things about her is she doesn't try to upsell you on services like a lot of other spas do. I will continue to always go to her for my facials.

Very compassionate to her customers, in detailed for all what she observed on your skin to give the…read moreexact service that needs to be done,. Highly recommended. She's on time and very nice

As a long time customer, I have to take a moment (again)to call out the first class service at…read moreCalifornia Skin Care. These sisters are just special. I treated myself to a 90 min massage with Mari. I came in a stressed mama getting ready for the holidays to blissed out, relaxed and rejuvenated in my soul. I am so grateful for this local gem. Don't be fooled by the strip mall- it hides a little oasis!

UPDATE: Ronald Aleteanu, one of the owners, reached out to me via comment on here. He said "reach…read moreout directly so it can be resolved at the level it should have been", which is odd, because he was the one that initially sent me the business' refund policy when I asked for a refund and rejected my refund in the first place. It just feels like he is wanting to publicly look like he is addressing the situation properly. I did end up reaching out again today, per his request, and Elena Aleteanu, the other owner, has not changed her stance. She is telling me that they can't do anything on their end and that I need to reach out to Square. Square is telling me that they can't do anything on their end and that the business needs to initiate the refund. So, I reached out to Ronald again directly, and he did not respond. In addition, he got my Google review deleted and is trying to get this one deleted as well, but thankfully Yelp is a lot better about keeping honest reviews. I also forgot to note that the service was booked for two hours total, as a side by side massage. Elena tried to SCAM my sister and her partner by offering each a 1 hour service, one at a time (because of being understaffed), even though it is a two hour service. I paid $400 for the massages, so she's was trying to tell my sister that each service (which included a full massage and facial) of $200 was for one hour only, which is a lie. ORIGINAL POST: AVOID California Skin Care & Day Spa in Newark I prepaid for a service (it was a gift), received a confirmation reminder the day before, and made arrangements for my sister and her partner who are visiting from out of town. I even paid for an Uber to get them there. They arrived on time and the place was closed. No staff, no setup, nothing. They waited about 40 minutes, while I tried calling and messaging every available number. Eventually Ronald Aleteanu, one of the owners, responded on WhatsApp , but that did not change the situation and the service still was not provided. Between the Uber and waiting, this ended up wasting about 2 hours of their time (& money for the Uber), and they left with nothing. After all of that, Elena Aleteanu (who eventually came) claimed she had called and left a message (and at one point claimed that she talked to someone - a complete lie). I never received any call or voicemail, and I confirmed that the number I entered was correct. Their explanation just does not add up, especially since they had no problem sending a reminder the day before. What is most frustrating is that they still refused to issue a refund for a service they never provided. Instead, they only offered store credit, which is completely unreasonable. I would strongly recommend avoiding this place. I also posted this on NextDoor and numerous people replied noting that the same thing happened to them. So this is not an isolated incident. I've posted those screenshots here.

I recently got the Diamond Facial at Renew MD, and I honestly loved the experience. From the moment…read moreI walked in, the staff made me feel comfortable and well taken care of. The facial itself was incredibly relaxing yet effective. My skin felt deeply cleansed, smooth, and noticeably brighter right after the session. The diamond exfoliation was gentle but thorough--no irritation at all, just that fresh, glowing skin feeling. What I really appreciated was how knowledgeable and attentive the provider was. They explained each step, customized the treatment based on my skin, and made sure I was comfortable throughout. If you're looking for a facial that gives instant glow, improves texture, and still feels luxurious and calming, I highly recommend the Diamond Facial at Renew MD. I'll definitely be back!

TLDR; the location is convenient and staff at the Fremont office are fantastic! They have been so…read morepatient with me and have shared so much wisdom about skincare in general. Every product they have recommended has worked shockingly well for my skin. I was skeptical about it all at first but that has been proven otherwise. I've gone through a complete transformation and I was once one of those people who used Nivea and a soap bar for my face. It worked while it did but after 30, not so much. I looked in the mirror and my face was so dry and my budding cracks so... prominent? Obviously no longer good enough. I did research on many places in the east bay and chose here because of its boutique-like charm and upfront prices. I wanted a personalized experience and that's exactly what these ladies delivered! My goal was to preventively restore the skin under my chin to delay my growing jowls and smile lines. Since joining RenewMDs Beauty Society, I have had Ultherapy on my lower face/neck, 4 months of Trizep, Potenza and Picosure, and a lot of Skin by Dr Sethi! I actually look better now than before I had my son having lost the extra lbs and taking more care of my skin. I get stares in public and complements again my coworkers ask me for my beauty "secrets" (lol no secrets). My husband is handsier too! All this was by no means painless - beauty is pain! And expensive! But if you are looking for a transformation/ restoration project like I was, this is the place to achieve that! Thank you Dr Sethi, Ruby, Syenna, Stephanie, and Ms Joy

Destiny was so kind! She made me feel super comfortable, which is exactly the goal, and I loved it…read more She's also a baddie!

Service requested: backne facial. Quality: 2 star of 5…read moreVibe: 1 star or 5 Cost: 175$ terrible rip off. The service doesn't fit the bill. It was short. Around 30 minutes service. Costed me $175. The yelp discount wasn't 20% off. It was for 10%. Regretful and really irritated I came here after doing some research. I should have stuck with the ones I used to go to. Terrible all around treatment. Anyways here are competitive places you can definitely go to!! Clevenate (does great back and face facial, and scalp facial - so fun!!), and Facial by Kim (she's very OG in offering skin care service that is hydration and acne treatments - love her even if she's a bit critical abt ur skin), and Cure to Dence Skin - they have newcomer promotion, so take advantage of it!! take your money that costs about $100 and are excellent in service and quality. Clevenate and Facial by Kim and CuretoDenceSkin At this place Aura Skin N Beauty I find the facial service on the back was not even the bare minimum. Not really treatment for my back. We talked a lot and I preferred it to be quiet. She gossiped later that all I did was talk about myself. But girl, you kept asking. It left a bad taste in my mouth. Also at the end before it was over she just opened up the towel and exposed my back and she left afterwards for a few minutes. What is the reason to leave product on my skin and the cold air? It was cold and I didn't expect her to leave me. At least let me know to expect that ya know??

I just had a 60 minute facial. Is my second time here and it's always a great experience. The…read moreperson who did my facial was very gentle very kind and easy to talk to. She did a facial scrub first and then did a steam to open my pores. She didn't did a facial massage and shoulder body massage as well. And then she put on a face mask. I think I fell asleep and dozed off a few times. Place was very relaxing. I would definitely go again.

Just finished my most recent facial and foot massage/hot wax treatment. The facial also includes…read morean upper body massage as well as a face and scalp massage. I added on additional treatments to keep my skin healthy. Her package deals are worth it and the entire service can last about 3 hours.

Very clean spa. Lijie is friendly and welcoming. I received a great neck massage as well as a…read morewonderful scalp treatment!

I went to this beauty salon for a treatment, but I got injured and developed many scars. The shop…read morerefuses to take responsibility.

I had a great experience at The Space Aesthetics for sculptra and Botox treatments. The providers…read morewerevery professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything clearly before starting. The results look very natural which is exactly what I wanted!!! Highly recommend The Space Aesthetics if you are looking for safe, personalized aesthetic treatments. I will definitely be coming back!

Had a great experience with this place, everything from booking an appointment, having my…read moreconsultation and getting the actual treatment. The place is no frills but simple, clean, intimate and professional, which is exactly what I was looking for instead of a big chain medical group. I'm a first time botox customer so carefully did my research before going in. Met with Dr. Yan Li for my consultation and treatment from her as well. Not pushy, just informative. Her recommendations made sense to me personally so I proceeded with my first botox with a conservative dose. A great way to ease me in. Definitely returning for my refill treatment and considering some pigmentation treatment as well.

Wow, I just realized that it's been almost 10 years to the day since my first review!…read more I can honestly say this is the only beauty center I have returned to consistently. Just went last week - Christine is still amazing (especially with the way she gently does extractions, which is no easy feat), the space is still gorgeous and despite rising prices, theirs is still extremely reasonable (highly recommend their offered combination services). What I really appreciate is that the owner ensures the ladies performing the services (they have four working there now - so proud of them!) have access to an ever-evolving line of products, machinery and techniques. Bit of a background on me: I am a woman of color with oily skin and pores on the larger side. Christine's expert services help me keep this at bay, especially what I began going for - microdermabrasion. Cannot recommend their version enough - the new machine they have is both thorough and soothing. Bonus: plenty of parking! The plaza they are in is thoughtfully designed, despite there being quite a few businesses. Second bonus: they are around the corner from the World Gourmet Buffet and a couple of tea shops, so if you are hungry or want to grab boba/Bubble Tea, you can do both!

I brought my 14 yr old son in here because his Acne has been getting out of hand. I figured a…read morethorough extraction and some TLC would go a long way. These ladies were GREAT! They made my son feel very welcome and provided him with a lot of education that he could use moving forward. They took their time - almost 2 hours - and even added extra services for us to try. His face looks great already. We will definitely return! Thank you Ladies!!!

I don't do much reviews but Ariba Med Spa deserves it so here it is…read more I have been a loyal client of Ariba Med Spa for years, and they never fail to exceed my expectations! Nurse Kalee and the front desk staff are incredibly welcoming, professional, and knowledgeable, making me feel comfortable every time. Over the years, 8 years to be exact I've had Botox, hydrafacials and microneedling. All of my experience has been fantastic. The providers take the time to explain each procedure, answer all my questions, and ensure I feel completely at ease. My results have always been amazing. What keeps me coming back is their attention to detail and commitment to client satisfaction. They use top-of-the-line products and technology, and I love that they tailor treatments to my individual needs rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. Also with my complicated work schedule, they always finds a way to work around it so I am very thankful. If you're looking for a high-quality med spa with skilled professionals. I highly recommend Ariba Med Spa. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my skincare and aesthetic needs.

Extremely Disappointed - Poor Service, Lack of Accountability, and Questionable Practices…read moreI'm not usually one to leave negative reviews, but I feel compelled to share my recent experience with Arrive Med Spa. I've been receiving Botox for years and typically need only 30-35 units for my face (forehead, eyes, etc.). I had 79 units banked at Arrive, and because they're closing for renovations in December, I was strongly encouraged to use all remaining units in one visit -- even though I expressed that I never need that much. Trusting their expertise, I went along with their recommendation. To my disappointment, all 79 units were injected, yet entire areas were completely missed, including the right side of my forehead and part of the left. The result was lopsided and underwhelming -- I still had visible forehead movement, which should not have been the case with that dosage. When I returned to have their mistake corrected, I was told I had to pay for half of the additional units needed to fix it. I ended up paying nearly $1,000 total -- for something that usually costs me $300-$400 -- and still had to cover part of the correction for an error I did not cause. I pleaded my case to Jackie, hoping for some accountability, but she wasn't convinced they had done anything wrong. I was told management reviewed it and stood by the decision that I should still pay for part of the follow-up. What's more concerning is that, unlike most reputable med spas, Arrive rarely shows you the product being used before injection. You never see the vial or how it's being prepared. At other places I've been, they always show the Botox label and draw it up in front of you -- a simple but important step that builds trust. At Arrive, that transparency is missing, and it left me wondering whether I even received authentic Botox. I trusted this business with my care and feel completely let down -- not just by the poor administration of the Botox, but by the lack of transparency and unwillingness to take responsibility for a clear mistake. I deeply regret pre-purchasing units, and I highly doubt I will return. I wouldn't recommend this place based on my experience. Be cautious. Ask to see the product. Question recommendations that deviate from your norm. And don't assume that pre-purchasing units guarantees a good experience -- in my case, it cost me more in money, trust, and time.

I've been a fan and a customer of Promila for years and it's high time I write an update to my…read moreinitial reviews. I think EVERYONE needs to experience the magic hands of Promila. I had my not regular enough facial with her last Friday and when I was actually conscious it dawned on my why I love her so. Her facials are more than just a facial, they're a facassage or facialssage. I fall asleep every time and walk out there relaxed and looking amazing. Promila also has services that you won't find at your typical skincare day spa - shiro dara, candling, and many other Ayurvedic treatments. The Shiro dara experience is one I will never forget. She drizzles warm oil over your forehead (your third eye) and it's so relaxing I ended up falling asleep and dreaming about being on some cliff overlooking the beach. Get thee to Hercules (I know, I know...it's a hike, but well worth the drive).

All that hype of the services on yelp, but personally speaking, dint actually show any results.read more