I want to start with the negative. There's barely any but one that pushed my button a little. That…read moreis to say that I wish the NP who saw me virtually had a little more etiquette. Coming from a healthcare setting myself, I am big on treating patients as people and not a box one has to check. Suffice to say, introduce yourself. I had to ask her "Who are you? Because you never introduced yourself." I believe that is basic etiquette. Second, I was quick to notice the lack of patience with which my call was handled hours after my visit, the one where I had a chemical peel. (There was a whole lot of information to remember before the visit and they don't all sink in until you're done and you get the kit.) Otherwise I had a pleasant experience getting my first peel with Sheila/Shiela. I'm now on my 4th day post-procedure and looking forward to the results. I also want to acknowledge the wonderful experience I had weeks before that with Joy, who did my Dermplaning Facial, although I wish I had known sooner that if I did both at the same time, I could've saved a lot more.

There's a reason this place has such high reviews. Everyone here is experienced, professional, and…read morethey go the extra mile. I've had filler once, Botox once, and two RF microneedling sessions and it's like the technicians are OCD. Three full passes, every patch of skin is covered, and the results are the best I've had. They give you time to numb, and they do a great job distracting you from the discomfort if you do decide to go for a more intense setting. Also, really helpful with the GLP, clear labeling on each syringe, and easy FaceTime with the doctor. I've never had to wait past an appointment time and there's always parking. Really grateful I found this spot. Note: Sheila did the rf microneedling if you end up scheduling that service. I normally have some white spots but after the service with her my entire face is covered and it shows in the results.

Always does a great job with men's eyebrow threading. Kind and efficient service. Highly recommend!read more

Saru is my go-to for eyebrow threading in the east bay for the last 5 years…read more She is always very kind and has never messed up my eyebrow shape.

My skin is prone to breakouts so I needed to see a professional for a treatment. I visited my local…read moredermatologist and two other estheticians but didn't get the best results. I just felt like they were trying to sell me products and services that I didn't need. My initial visit with Luciana was very thorough. She evaluated my skin and suggested a holistic, plant based 4 week treatment. After some intense peeling and sticking to her advice, my skin drastically cleared up. I learned so much about skincare and my own skin from Luciana. There are so many other estheticians out there but Luci will be my only one. She's so professional and passionate about helping people. Update on 7/2017: Went back last weekend after taking a break. I broke out uncontrollably so I had to see Luci again. A week later today, my skin is so much clearer!

Absolutely wonderful! I've been seeing Luciana for my monthly facials for almost a year now and…read morecouldn't be happier. After each consultation, Luciana suggests treatments that will benefit the appearance of my skin. She's gentle and explains each product and their purpose step by step. So far, I've had the Pumpkin Enzyme peel (one of my favorites), Vitamin C peel, Green Detox peel, and Glycolic peel. I love them all and immediately see results. After each session, I have a youthful glow. I fully trust Luciana expertise and admire her professionalism. I highly recommend Luciana if you're looking for an excellent aesthetician and want to look your best.

Got a HydraFacial with Emjay today. She was so welcoming and easy to talk to. This was my first…read morefacial treatment ever and she was so informative on the purpose of every step and even gave me advice on how I can take better care of my skin after the treatment. The facilities were simple, clean, fun. It smells so good in here it's a super light waxy smell I don't think they use any room fragrances I think it's just a bouquet of scents from all their products and treatments because it's very fresh inside. The HydraFacial itself was incredibly relaxing. I felt pampered at every step and my skin is clean and glowing. I will definitely be back to try some of the other treatments.

Booked a Holistic Glow facial, my very first facial, and I couldn't be happier with the experience…read more I was a bit nervous going into it, but Rachel's energy was calming and she did an excellent job. My skin feels SO healthy, hydrated and deeply clean. There are also a ton of products to browse in their shop; mostly skincare, but also clean makeup products that I'm definitely going to check out next time I go.

By far my favorite and only place that will let them touch my face! All their esties are amazing,…read moreit's so relaxing, esthetically pleasing and the quality of their products is amazing. They're so so generous and make it a priority to better help your skin with routine and educating you on how to manage your skin for better results. I've done the hydro & customized facial & everything is so relaxing

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Ida, I was one of…read moreyour first patients when you started using the Altus Laser back in 2003. I received approximately 4-6 treatments with the laser and I have not had any razor bumps since and my skin is remarkably smooth. The treatments worked so well that I don't look my age of 60+ Thank you so much! Johnny

I scheduled a consultation with Ida, very hopeful after years of looking for an aesthetician…read moreexperienced with brown skin. The consultation room was a bit shabby and the lights were turned down very low, which I found strange. I asked why it was so dark and she said it's like this in all treatment rooms, so we spoke for 20 minutes in extremely low light. As we went over my skin concerns in the dark, I requested a treatment with 3 goals: reducing PIH (post inflammatory hyperpigmentation), clearing congestion, and general nourishment of my skin. Ida suggested using arbutin and kojic acid for the PIH. I asked if these were bleaching agents, because I love my skin color and am not interested in making my face lighter. She assured me that these were gentle and not bleach. But then later Ida referred back to our treatment plan as "bleaching", which obviously alarmed me. I said "bleaching?", and she again reassured me that was not the case. Very strange. She then told me that because I have sensitive skin that I needed to cover my entire face every time I'm in the sun, with a wrap around mask that reveals no skin. I balked at this, expressing reluctance and confusion. I'm from Jamaica where we have equatorial sun exposure and people still have clear complexions. I said I wasn't sure I could commit to that. She just kept insisting that it was the only way to prevent hyperpigmentation. She said that the skin color on my chest (which is lighter than my face) is my "true" color. I always thought that just my un-sun-tanned color. Hmm. After the session, I researched arbutin and kojic acid and read that the latter requires users to avoid the sun or it increases melanin production. So maybe this is why she was saying I would need to hide my face from the sun? I was confused. At that point I decided that I didn't want to use the kojic acid. So I texted Ida saying I didn't want to do the skin lightening treatment but still wanted to get a facial for the other goals (clearing congestion, nourishing my skin etc). She texted back that that was fine. But the next day I received a text from Ida saying that because I was "rejecting" her treatment recommendations that she could no longer work with me. I was changing my mind about skin lightening, not rejecting her advice. I was still looking forward to working with her. This was a strange and disappointing experience. I was really rooting for Ida as a black female small business owner, but I think she needs to work on a few things including misinterpreting a client changing their treatment goal as a rejection of her expertise. If you go to a restaurant and order a meal, then change your mind and ask for a different dish, they don't refuse you service. ‍

I sent an appointment request through the website, and I received a response from Melody that same…read moreday. On the day of my appointment, I filled out a form noting any of my skin concerns and any conditions that could affect my skin. I informed Melody that it was my first time having a facial, and she asked if I wanted her to talk through each of the steps she was going through or if I wanted total relaxation. Given it was my first time, I preferred to have Melody talk me through what was going on. Throughout the entire process, I felt relaxed and comfortable. Melody appears very well versed in what she's doing. Overall, I had a great experience. Of course, my face was a bit red afterwards from the extractions, but after a couple days my face was feeling and looking a lot better than before.

I have finally found my go-to esthetician for skin health maintenance…read more This review is long overdue. What reminded me to post it was another compliment on my beautiful skin that I just received from a total stranger while waiting in a doctor's office. I'm in my early 70's. I don't look it. Yah, some of that is genes but a lot is due to care. I *know* a good facial; I've had many over the years. Most are mediocre, or just adequate, or suffer from a poorly designed environment. The two times I found incredible estheticians, I saw each for years (until I couldn't bc of location/life changes), even though they were rather stern (imagine a brusque Russian affect ). Melody Marigny is *top notch*. I'd go to her even if she *was* a grumpy Slav bc of her skill - but she's not: she is lovely! And so is her comfy, clean studio. (And boy is her complexion gorgeous! She knows how to maintain!)

Had to share because this was too good not to Just got a Brazilian and it was a 10/10. Super…read moreprofessional, thorough, and the vibe was so comfortable You can tell she really cares about her work and her clients. Thank you love!! See you in 4 weeks

I cannot say enough good things about Zinzi's Body Bar! Every visit feels like a little act of…read moreself-care, and my monthly sugaring appointments are something I genuinely look forward to. Rekeda is truly amazing at what she does. She's professional, warm, and incredibly skilled -- she makes the entire experience comfortable, efficient, and honestly relaxing. Sugaring can be intimidating if you're new, but Rekeda has such a calming presence and knows exactly how to put you at ease. I always leave feeling smooth, confident, and taken care of. The space is clean, welcoming, and thoughtfully curated, and the service is consistently top-tier. It's clear that Rekeda genuinely cares about her clients and takes pride in her work, and it absolutely shows. If you're looking for expert sugaring, great energy, and someone you can trust with your body, this is the place. I've been coming every month and wouldn't go anywhere else -- highly, highly recommend!