O2 Wellness

Certified professionals

Women-owned & operated

I love DermFx and have been coming here for a few years so this review is long overdue. I alway…read morehave the best experience with Rachael. I typically get Dysport but would trust her with anything. I recommend this place to all my friends!

I went in for a Sculptra procedure with Vanessa Moreno at the Redondo Beach location, and I…read morespecifically requested treatment only in my jaw area. After the first jaw injection, the nurse recommended also injecting my mid-face, even though I did not feel that area needed treatment. I agreed because I trusted her professional judgment. During the mid-face injection, she used a needle rather than a cannula and injected from beneath my nose toward the outer part of my right eye. As soon as the injection happened, I felt a sudden zinging sensation shoot toward my eye. I briefly lost vision and felt as though something had entered my eye. Even after I reported these symptoms she dismissed them as "just the lidocaine" and continued the procedure. I believe the procedure was performed unsafely because product was placed in an area I had not originally requested, the injector appeared rushed, a needle was used in a high-risk anatomical area, the injection path was dangerous, and the procedure continued despite my immediate alarming symptoms. Multiple doctors I later consulted told me that safer technique should have been used in that area, including more careful avoidance of the infraorbital foramen and zygomaticofacial nerve possibly using a cannula instead of a needle, and injecting ( like almost all sculptra injectors do) from the outside towards the inside. The day after the procedure, I woke up in excruciating pain with severe mid-face pain, vertigo, a prolonged headache, neurological-type symptoms, and difficulty thinking and speaking. That lasted for 6 weeks. Over time, I also developed ongoing trigeminal-neuralgia-type pain, chronic dry eye with reduced tear production in the eye above the injury, and continued visual disturbance. Prednisone and gabapentin were the only treatments that helped manage the pain and inflammation. I also believe the facility failed to respond appropriately afterward. When I first reported my symptoms, I was only told to take an antihistamine and rub the area, and the nurse did not meaningfully respond despite my repeated outreach. Although the medical director later ordered MRIs, I was not compensated for them, I was not referred to a neurologist or other appropriate specialist, and I felt my symptoms were minimized. Overall, I believe both the procedure and the follow-up care were handled improperly, resulting in severe pain, ongoing neurological symptoms, emotional distress, lost work, and substantial out-of-pocket medical costs. I do not think anyone should be getting PLLA in their face without fully understanding the risks. But if someone does choose to get it, they should go to a doctor who truly understands facial anatomy and the anatomical danger zones, even if it costs more. I bought Sculptra on sale at DermFx and saved a few hundred dollars. Now I owe thousands in medical bills from the injury. If I had gone to someone who knew the anatomical danger zones, years of my life may not have been taken. Please, if anyone knows any professional I can talk to about this, please reach out to me.

VI Chemical Peel

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Lip filler before and after

Coast Medical Aesthetics

4.9(61 reviews)

2.3 mi

Diane is a master injector. One of the best! I have been going to her for years. She takes the…read moretime to explain what she is doing and is very gentle. I highly recommend her.

Confirming that every positive thing in every review is 100% accurate. Diane has been doing my…read morepeels and botox for over a year and they are perfection. Thank you Diane.

Where the magic happens

Very clean injection room!

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Registered Nurse Diane Bellinger

Riviera Laser Studios

4.6(58 reviews)

Everything they do to my skin or face has been remarkable and I am now considered a Barbie with a…read more10 rating!!

20+ years the Best in Aesthetics Had Dr.. J work on me many…read moretimes. She can take up anyone 2 points in the attractiveness scale which usually applies in youthfulness as well. Save your money for her hands.

Our team, ready to serve. We have complimentary consultations at Riviera.

We have a beautiful and comfortable waiting room with complimentary beverages, snacks and massage chairs.

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Dr. J loves nature and the outdoors... You will always look natural at Riviera! Natural and still you!

Thera-Red

5.0(14 reviews)

2.6 mi

I am from out of state and while here in California, I visited multiple Thera-RED locations. In…read moreTexas, I regularly visit a spa where I use what is considered a top of the line red bed. I found a notable difference in the way my body felt using the Thera-RED bed as compared to the red bed I use regularly in Texas. Specifically, I noticed an instant relief in my joint and nerve pain, and an instant warming of my deep muscles, which I had never experienced with other red light beds. While visiting CA, I specifically made it a point to find a place to do red light therapy because my teenage daughter has Hashimoto's, and has been recommended red light therapy as part of her treatment. Now that I see a difference in the quality of beds, I am looking at purchasing from Thera-RED so that she has access to the best quality red light bed possible to mitigate her auto-immune disease when we go back to Texas. Being in the healthcare profession myself, and owning my own small business, I appreciate this business owner's care and accommodations so that my daughter and I could have access to the red light therapy we need while visiting from out of town. Ian (owner of Thera-RED) even reached out to check more than once to make sure we were able to access the facilities and use the equipment as needed. The facilities are clean, easy to fit into our schedule with the 24 hours access, and I will definitely be coming back the next time we are visiting California.

The owner is very helpful and responsive and the facilities are great. Definitely recommend to…read moreanyone the Red Light was very good for my back pain

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All 4 locations offer infrared saunas which are separate from our red light booths. 24/7 access unlimited.

Beauty Religion

4.8(23 reviews)

Boutique

Available by appointment

I have been a client of Yeliana at Beauty Religion for over 15 years, and her work continues to…read moreexceed my expectations. At 61, I am frequently mistaken for being in my late 40s, which I credit entirely to her expertise. She approaches fillers with a refined, artistic touch--never over-injecting, but instead enhancing facial structure in a way that looks completely natural. Her work is so subtle and well-executed that people often comment they've never seen good filler, not realizing they are looking at it. Yeliana is truly a master of her craft. If you are looking for natural, beautifully balanced results, I highly recommend her.

Yelena is incredible. I've been seeing her for a couple of years now--she popped my Botox and lip…read morefiller cherry, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience!! Everything looks super natural, and she always gives thoughtful, honest guidance. The results have been consistently fantastic. Look no further!!

Before and after Lip injections with #lipflip on very thin upper lip

Before and after #lipfiller

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Before and after first time Botox

Seaside Skin Care

4.9(163 reviews)

I love Seaside Skin Care. I went in for a general consultation recently with MaryEllen Blake and…read moreshe was phenomenal. Extremely professional and knowledgeable. I came in with a few specific skin concerns and also wanting to just improve my overall appearance. She addressed each one with such kindness and patience. She took her time talking to me and answering my questions. I ended up deciding to move forward with all of the treatments she recommended for me and I couldn't be happier with the results so far!! Thanks to MaryEllen it has been a seamless experience and I can't wait for my future treatments with her. I also had a hydra facial recently with Nikki Bruce and absolutely loved it. I was totally glowing afterwards. She knew exactly what my skin needed. I asked if she could set me up with a whole new skincare routine with products and she customized an entire plan for me. I finally feel back on track with taking care of my skin and appearance. Thank you Nikki!! My skin is already looking so much better and I've only had a few appointments at Seaside Skin Care so far. I'm excited for this journey and am so glad to have found Seaside Skin Care. I plan to be a client for many many years to come. The front desk staff is very helpful too. I feel like they really deserve a special shout-out because it honestly makes such a difference! They are kind and sweet and helpful. I never feel like they're trying to sell me something or pressure me into buying anything. They're genuinely kind and helpful.

Stephanie is a true artist and helped my concerns when no one else could. Her knowledge, skill and…read moretreatment plan for me was exactly what I needed...and you can tell she loves what she does. Additionally, the front desk help were welcoming and efficient.

Laser prep with Nurse Kristin

Filler with Clinical Director Michele

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Microneedling with Nurse MaryEllen

Dana Point Dermatology

4.2(44 reviews)

2.3 mi

I have been going to Jessica for a number of years. She is a very nice person and very caring…read more She is an expert at what she does. She is not only very skilled in all the skin care procedures, but she genuinely takes interest in making sure you are very satisfied with your outcome. The facility is very clean and welcoming, I highly recommend Dana Point Dermatology. Janet

All upsale, nothing else. While everyone was very nice I felt the visit was a waste of time. No…read moreexam was done for pre-cancerous spots on my face, just immediately recommended a C02 procedure to help with sun damage and wrinkles. Never discussed any alternative treatments. Did not discuss downtime or any details about the recommended treatment. Concerns regarding hair loss were met with non-answers - everything was "depending on genetics". Could not even get specific on what medication he would be recommending.

Unlabeled and unsealed product. Costly and unsure what ingredients are inside. Came with no box or information.

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The Aesthetic Journey

5.0(16 reviews)

0.4 mi

I was so impressed with the ladies at The Aesthetics Jourhey. I went to Maggie Richard for…read moreRadiesse in my cheeks, jawline, and chin. I've gotten other fillers in the past at other spas and have been underwhelmed. Maggie was an expert, is so kind, listened to all of my concerns, and is also extremely knowledgeable and experienced! I'm so happy she recommended Radiesse to me! Billie Jo is an amazing injector as well and made me feel so at ease with the procedures I had done.. such a gentle touch! I literally had zero pain during the treatment and healing time was a breeze! I cant wait to see the ladies again at The Aesthetic Journey! All three ladies, Maggie, Billie Jo and Maureen were sweethearts and welcomed me with such open arms. They really made me feel calm. You will not be disappointed when you visit them.

I contacted this clinic because I wanted to reduce the drooping of my nasolabial folds, and also…read morefor Botox to lift my eyes. I met Maggie, who was very informative and friendly. We discussed the procedure; I would be receiving hyaluronic injections in the target areas and Botox for eyes. Maggie did everything she could to make me comfortable. Yes, there was pain, but Maggie was encouraging and gentle. We both noticed immediately that somehow the left side of my face had not responded as well, and actually the sides didn't match (regarding visual appearance). There was bruising and swelling, more on the left side. It seemed a good idea to give it some time to heal so we could really see the results. I got a call from her that evening, and agreed to get back in touch in one month. After the bruising was gone, it was still obvious that the left side was inferior in appearance, and (after checking me out), Maggie had me schedule an appt. The best part was that Maggie said I would not have to pay any more money to get that part "re-done"! What great customer service! I just finished the "re-do" yesterday and LOVE the results! Maggie is a gem, and she really worked her magic on my 72 year old face. Dr. Gray, give that woman a raise!

4 weeks after forehead Botox

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Love your skin

Total Skin and Wellness

4.6(11 reviews)

0.4 mi

I had an 8 person party book an appointment on a Sunday evening for Galentine's. Tiffany was…read moreamazing. She always emailed me back right away, and she sent us the waivers ahead of time for a seamless flow. We all got B12 shots, which were already set up for us. Tiffany was just a doll. And the space is very aesthetically pleasing. I would very much recommend you to go here for the many amazing services that they offer. Thank you again.

Cannot recommend this medspa more! From my first inquiry about my laser tattoo and laser hair…read moreremoval to my consultation and treatments, everything has been amazing. The staff is so informative and understanding. They make sure you are very well taken care of. Not like other med spas that push upselling, they truly care about their patients and do their absolute best to make sure you come in happy and leave even happier. I have received chemical peels, laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal and my weight loss injections here. I wouldn't go anywhere else. I cannot wait to go to my appointments. Highly recommend.

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Before and After of Microblading removal

Gravity MedSpa

4.4(303 reviews)

3.2 mi

Certified professionals

Women-owned & operated

I got an amazing hydrafacial here at Gravity by Rylee and left feeling relaxed and brand new! My…read moreskin was glowing. Exactly what I needed!

I visited for a laser peel as discussed during my consultation. After performing the treatment,…read moreSarah strongly pushed an add-on service I knew nothing about. I agreed out of inexperience, and that add-on alone cost an additional $900 on top of the original procedure. The results were minimal to none. Despite this, Sarah repeatedly assured me during and after the sessions that I "looked great" and that the treatments were effective. Based on her encouragement, I even had the procedure done a second time. Throughout the experience, Sarah was extremely pushy and sales-focused -- more like a used car salesperson than a skincare professional. I left feeling taken advantage of due to my lack of knowledge in this area. This was not the honest, transparent care I expected.