Only dealt with them over consultation but a terrible experience. Online in reviews and discord people are sharing they paid sub $100 for cherry angioma removal but for some reason they quoted me "starting at $175+". When I asked for why the almost double in price they sent a generic, everyone is different but never explained why my request was. I asked if we could work something out on price or if I should look elsewhere and she immediately said go elsewhere. Very weird, not good customer experience. Be wary of what you'll be paying! I'll be shopping around from here and can update more later. read more

I was referred to Pure Essentials to remove a few moles, cherry angioma, and skin tags. The pricing is reasonable compared to other places. Lina is friendly through and through. She was informative and thorough from consultation prior making my appointment to explaining the process when I arrived. Lina was gentle during the treatment, and she followed up post visit. I'm very happy with the results. Her place is clean and has a nice ambiance. I will be back to get facials and eyelash extensions. Highest recommendation! read more

I brought my girlfriend here for her facial and lash extensions and she loved the results. I was greeted by Lina who was very polite and enthusiastic. My girlfriend said this will be her new go-to spa. The spa was very clean and had a great ambient. Thank you Lina for your great customer service! read more

Lina is a true artist with lashes! - She's highly accurate - Incredibly fast - Gentle - She's a great conversationalist if you want to talk but if you prefer to listen to a podcast or fall asleep she leaves the option up to you. - She is an expert and has over decades do experience with lashes and can help you select the right length and blend to fit your face. - The lashes are longer lasting than many others I've seen I highly recommend working with Lina if you're looking for amazing lashes. read more

Been going to Lina for lashes for months. She always does an amazing job, they look beautiful fluffy and natural. I always get compliments on my lashes. read more

Lina is an experienced and outstanding esthetician. She customizes facials to her client's particular needs. During my first visit, she asked me to complete an extensive questionnaire to assess not only my skin's health but my overall health to inform how she proceeded with my facial. I began appointments with Lina during the pandemic. She is ultra-cautious about health considerations: wears a mask and face shield while the client is present, takes the client's temperature, and insists on the client washing hands and gargling with an antibacterial mouthwash prior to the service. Her salon is bright and welcoming. My skin has invariably felt many times better following an appointment with Lina. She uses products that work well with my skin to tone down the redness and increase moisture, and she "excavates" when extractions are necessary. During a recent appointment, she offered me a complimentary LED anti-aging treatment. Highest recommendation! I will miss Lina's caring treatments after I relocate. read more

I went to Lina for lash extensions and a facial before my wedding weekend. This was the first time getting lash extensions and I loved them! Flash forward many months later, I see Lina monthly for her services. It's easy to schedule an appt and the quality is great! I get compliments all the time on my lashes. My skin feels great after her facials. I look forward to all my appts with Pure Essentials. You can't go wrong! read more

Lina is wonderful at lash extensions and do kind. I never had it done before. I have received so many compliments on my lashes. Definitely a little eye lift. Highly recommend Lina for lash extensions. read more

I love Lina's custom facials with LED for anti-aging tx, and shoulder massages. Great results for mole removal. I've been coming here for my beauty needs since 2003 read more

I have been going to Lina for about 10 years for lash extensions. She is a warm, welcoming person and her professional manner and quality of work are outstanding. Her salon is quiet, simple and scrupulously clean. Plus, parking is not an issue. I often receive compliments on my lashes and many do not realize that they are extensions - even at department store beauty counters! The session is sooo relaxing and the finished effect is like having an eye lift - couldn't be better! Give her a try you will be pleased you did! read more

5 stars is right! I was looking for someone to remove the moles on my face. Did some Yelping and came across Pure Essentials! Lina is such a sweetheart. The space is clean, inviting, and welcoming. She accepts cash, card, and PayPal! In total, I got about 18 moles removed! Make sure you get your moles checked out by a dermatologist/doctor beforehand. Lina explained how it worked and kept me calm through the whole process. She used a pen-like electrode that burned off my moles. Immediately after, the places she went over turned into scabs. She gave me some ointment to put on the scabs when they got dry. It took about 2 weeks before the scabs fell off. Once they came off, they look like dark spots (after a pimple you touched healed). I've also been coming to Lina for facials and my skin has improved so much. I don't recommend her enough! read more

Lina is a highly qualified esthetician and is a magician with my lash extensions which look so natural. I've been going to Lina for over 10 years. Support your local business and try Pure Essentials! read more

Pure Essentials - Eyelash Extensions & Esthetician. Lina is a magician with my lashes! I've had wonderful compliments how they look so natural. - Skin Care Near Me - San Francisco, California

I never knew lash extensions could make such a difference but they do! I wear minimal make up and my extensions make me look polished. I constantly get compliments (even when I'm overdue for a touch up). Lina does an excellent job, is personable and always sends me a reminder text the day before my appt. so appreciative of that to ;) If your on the fence about getting them I say GET THEM you won't know till you test them out yourself. Thanks Lina your the best! read more

I don't do facials often but when I do, I go see Lina. I recently found out my cousin comes here for her eyelash extensions which looks good. Lina is great at what she does. I recently got some moles on my face removed. A few months later, now you can't even tell it was even there. Removing my moles was something I wanted to do for a while, and it's totally worth it. I highly recommend this service if you are tired at looking at moles on yourself like me. Lina is a busy chick, If you're coming here for the first time make sure you make an appointment. See pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pure-essentials-spa-san-francisco?select=e3YEEdteGJCYvpT8OyVG5w#e3YEEdteGJCYvpT8OyVG5w read more

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I've been going to Lina for about a year getting classic lash extensions. Last month I went for the volume lashes and although I didn't remind Lina that I wanted those, she made an effort to get it done for me and they looked Amazing! Lots of compliments on this round. I appreciate her time, conversation, effort to prioritize clients needs. She tries her best to accommodate scheduling and tries to be as flexible as possible. read more

Can't believe it's taken me this long to try lash extensions. My lashes were practically non-existent and I don't like wearing mascara. Just had them done and love it. Lina is meticulous and professional. I also like that she has a private, cozy salon that's so easy to get to. Already planning to go back for other services. read more

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I have seen Lina for eyelash extensions for my wedding. She did a fantastic job! The full set took about 2 hours. The touch-up took about an hour and a half. They were absolutely worth it and loved them on my honeymoon as well. I also went to her for a facial and will continue to see her for my skincare needs. read more

Pure Essentials - Lash extensions for my wedding. - Skin Care Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for the first time and I appreciated how easy the eyelash extension process was. Lina was so sweet and did her best to make my eyelashes look full. I did the natural set, but I do wish I had done a more volume set as they looked a bit short. That being said, I still think she did a wonderful job and the prices were very fair. She also takes Venmo and other payment options which are very convenient read more

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Lina had done my eye lash extensions many times. She is friendly, gentle and efficient. My lashes always come out looking natural and flawless. I highly recommend her work. read more

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My review is long but in short, JUST COME HERE. My lashes retention is great. I always walk out with full beautiful healthy lashes. I had received a compliment at work today for my lashes and realized that I should I leave a review here! I love Lina's technique when she my does my lashes every time I go in for a fill. They always end up so full and wispy. I get the classic look and they are just enough for me. I used to wear falsies but I don't need to wear them anymore because my lashes looks just as good or even better. I've been to several lash techs before and Linda is my top fav person to go to. Every time I go in for a fill I get so amazed on how she was able to lash my thin sparse lashes (I barely have any) and she makes them look so full. The retention is also amazing my lashes barely fall of my eyes and so I my booking for a fill lasts a while. read more

Lina is excellent with her facial abilities. She is very professional. Lina is dedicated and passionate about her job. I always enjoy her mini massages as well. I don't want it to end either. I love the paraffin on my hands since it relieves my tendonitis on my wrists. It makes a huge difference. She makes sure that I get the best treatment. The products are wonderful especially the eye serum. It's marvelous! I highly recommend her service and facial products. Have a wonderful day! read more

I've visited Lina about a handful of times now for facial treatments and I can definitely say that there has been an improvement in my skin. Not only were the treatments helpful and relaxing but she also gives advice on how I can improve my skin internally and through habits. I'm always feeling refreshed once the treatment is done, would recommend! read more

Came to see Lina in April of 2022 to get a small growth/mole removed off of my cheek that I've had since I was little. Lina was great, kept me calm during the process, and provided after-care instructions. It's been about 9 months and my cheek healed great! read more

I've been getting extensions from Lina for the last ~3 years and she is awesome! Super detailed oriented and professional. My lashes look natural and last a long time too. Highly recommend her services. read more

I can't speak highly enough of Lina and her services. Her eyelash-extension work is EXCELLENT, and I always get positive remarks about now fabulous, yet natural my eyelashes look. And they look great every time. Lina is a perfectionist when it comes to her work and it shows. She keeps very professional and immaculate work space and has always been on top of COVID precautions. I also appreciate her so much because she is flexible and will always work me to find an appointment that works with my schedule. She also knows all the details of my life and has provided some sage advice while doing my lashes. I'll be getting my lashes done by Lina for a long time, and I can't' recommend her and her services highly enough. read more

I come to Pure Essentials for facials and mole removal. Lina's professional, very thorough, and personable. She's also great with scheduling, accommodating, and punctual. Her extractions are extensive, and she's able to remove milia. If you prefer less extractions, just let her know. I always have glowy complexion after facials. Highly recommend read more

Given I've been going to Lina for many years now, this review is long overdue. Lina is my secret weapon to looking (therefore feeling) my best. I have been getting lash extensions for several years now and Lina always does an amazing job- the extensions are always the right length, the lashes are always expertly applied and never clumpy, and the whole experience is always very zen. (Admittedly, so zen that I sometimes fall asleep) I also get regular facials done with Lina and my skin always looks amazing afterward. Lina is always so professional, kind, friendly, and executes each service with clear talent and experience. Highly recommend! read more

This review is long overdue. My wife has been a client of Lina for facial and eyelash extensions for the past 8 years. If you want the best facial or eyelash extensions, you can't go wrong with Lina. My wife used to struggle with bad acne but her skin has cleared out completely. She also get a compliment a lot for her eyelash extensions. It's so natural but still see the difference. I highly recommend Lina! read more

I see Lina regularly since I've moved back to the city for eyelash extension touch-ups, and she is fantastic! She is consistent in her scheduling and sends reminder texts the day before. Her office is safe and secure, and very clean. Lina makes me feel comfortable and relaxed every time we meet. I get classic lashes and they look very natural. She uses appropriate lash lengths depending on what your natural lashes can handle. She's also great at answering any questions you may have. Her prices are reasonable, and I would recommend seeing her for your lash needs! read more

This is my long overdue review for Lina and Pure Essentials. I always need to make a long story longer, so this is what happened: My whole life I had amazing eyelashes, they were long and dark and people always thought I was wearing mascara when I wasn't. I lived an eyelash fairytale. Then I hit my 30's and my faithful eyelashes - the one thing I could count on, betrayed me! My eyelashes started turning grey/blond. For the first time in my life I had to use mascara. Let me tell you kids, it went from bad to worse. By the time I hit my 40's you couldn't even tell I had eyelashes! My friend suggested eyelash extensions. I went to an eyelash person and I was HOOKED!!! She was great and super nice but really flaky and apparently didn't own a calendar - for every appointment I booked, she made 1 out of 3. I am self-employed and for me to take off a few hours a day is HUGE. I would get to her studio and then I would get a text, "so sorry, forgot about our appointment, I'm in the East Bay". I adored her but could no longer tread her flaky path. Then I found Lina (insert heavenly music here) I found Lina on Yelp of all places (btw - I HATE Yelp) and let me tell you Lina is incredible! Lina is ALWAYS on time, I'm not kidding you - in two years she has never been late, ever! She is so good her lash jobs last about 3-4 weeks! Not only that she is so darned sweet! She greets you with a smile and you get on her table and you promptly fall asleep to the sounds of whales and shit while she does her eyelash magic. Her eyelash extensions look so natural it's incredible. She will gently wake you before waxing your eyebrows. Oh I need to talk about the eyebrows! I am Irish and have really wimpy skin so every time I have gotten my eyebrows waxed bl (before Lina) my brows were red for about three days. Not the case when Lina does your brows - my eyebrows are red for about 5 minutes!!!! I've rambled on enough but really, there aren't enough stars for Lina. She is professional, nice and does one hell of a job! read more

Lina is great! I have been seeing her for monthly facials since the beginning of the year, and my skin has seen great improvements. She's friendly, professional, and never tries to upsell you. Lina is very thorough, and takes the time to learn your skin type/concerns and provide feedback and advice. She definitely deserves all the five star ratings, highly recommended! read more

I have been coming to see Lina for years now. Found her right here on Yelp. I see her for guy's facial every 2-3 months. Everything is amazing. My one hour here is money well spent. From facial, to extraction, to arms paraffin wax, to little head and shoulder massage. I always leave feeling refreshed. My favorite moment each visit with Lina is the extraction which makes my face feel squeaky clean and brightened. Highly recommend this to everyone, girls and guys, who likes taking good care of themselves. I'll keep coming to see her over and over. read more

If I could give Lina more stars I would! I've been going to her for the last 8 years and I can't say anything bad about any of my experiences with her! Long story short, I ended up going to another facialist because I saw a great deal on Groupon. OMG was that a bad idea! The next morning I woke up with a rash-bumps all over my face from my forehead to neck. I freaked out! Well Lina to the rescue! She was able to cure my face, it took couple of weeks to get back to normal. I'm just glad that the ordeal is over with. I swore to myself I will not cheat on my face again! Thanks Lina for all your wonderful tenderness, my skin is sensitive and you know just what it needs!! You're the best!! I totally recommend her to all my friends and clients!!! read more

In September 2011, I decided I wanted to try eyelash extensions. Not knowing who or where to go, I googled eyelash extensions and made a choice to see Lina at Pure Essentials based on her website information, reviews, price, and location. Without a doubt, I have been hooked every since. I love, love, love, my eyelashes and I owe it all to Lina!! She is a perfectionist in the art of applying the eyelashes. She is also very kind and patient. Lina creates a clean, peaceful, and relaxing environment when applying the extensions and it is also fun to talk to her, especially about food ;-) If you are thinking about getting eyelash extensions, I would highly recommend getting them and of course, having Lina apply them on you. She is truly an expert. I am a full-time working Mother of 2 year old twin boys and as such my time is very limited. Because of my eyelash extensions, I now wake up and my eyelashes look fresh as if I have expertly applied mascara which saves me so much time and with a bit of concealer and lipstick, I am good to go!! I am really happy that I found Lina. I trust she knows her craft and is have beautiful eyelashes to prove it! read more

I have been going to Pure Essentials since 2012. Lina is professional skilled practitioner. She takes time to individually extend lash extensions on clients regardless of how long their natural lashes are. Her cost is reasonable compared to downtown and in the marina. read more

Lina called me back after the third message and I went in for full eyelash extensions. Not sure what happened, but she didn't get the first two messages. But that's all in the past! It was so relaxing, I fell asleep! It's saving me a lot of time in the morning to get ready. Instead of 1 hr every morning doing make-up, I'm going to spend one hour with Lina once a month to get perfect lashes =). The lashes started to go in different directions after a couple weeks, but Lina gave me some tips on how to manage and clean them. And there's tons of parking! I live in Soma and it's a pain to drive downtown to get anything done. I'd rather hop on 280 and drive 20min to Pure Essentials. read more

This review is seriously overdue! I've been getting eyelash extensions here religiously (every 3 weeks) for a little over a year now and Lina is the absolute BEST. The location itself is very clean and I'm always super comfortable and relaxed throughout the service. Love the music! Time flies too because we're always chatting away. Lina is gentle, meticulous but efficient, and always so nice. I get a lot of compliments on my lashes and sometimes people think they're naturally mine. ;-) On top of that, she has never been late for an appointment and is very responsive via text. I highly recommend Lina- I will never go anywhere else! read more

Love Lina! This place is professional and she makes you feel very comfortable being here, maybe a little too comfortable because I fell asleep while getting my lashes done haha. The whole process takes about an hour and half, she really takes her time on her clients and her work is incredible. I saw a gap in between my lashes on one of my eyes and texted her about it after our appointment and she had me go back the next day and fixed it for me. Super sweet girl. I will be back! :) read more

Lina is welcoming, friendly, and attentive. She does her best to accommodate. Excellent service and reasonable price! Nice ambiance and I always leave feeling relax and rejuvenated. Easy parking on weekdays, and I usually find non-metered parking spaces on 22nd Ave. I'm looking forward to my next facial with LED and gua sha read more

This was my third time having moles removed by Lina. She is great. She is very friendly and easy to talk to. My removals were fast and they have always turned out really well. I am very happy with the results. Thanks Lina! read more