I have been going to the Acne Spot for a year and Sarah has saved my skin! I came to her completely fed up after having tried so many different creams and serums for years and still battling awful acne. Sarah was incredible in understanding my needs and lifestyle and taking a holistic approach to understanding me and my skin and providing a tailored treatment that clear my skin in about 6 months. I am so much happier and more confident now and owe that to Sarah and the whole Acne Spot team. Can't thank you guys enough!! read more

I've been coming here for years and have nothing but amazing things to say about this studio. My skin had typically been acne prone growing up and well into my adulthood. But after coming to this clinic, my skin is now almost perfect and stable. Best skin of my life! I don't even have to wear make up anymore. The team is also so friendly and knowledgeable, they really know their stuff and care about their clients. Shoutout to Iryna for the top notch facials and fun chats. I'll be coming here for many more years to come to take care of my skin. I look forward to my appointments each time, it's an essential self care for me indefinitely. read more

OSHA(Ocean) is my favorite esthetician, she is so cool, love the products and room number 7 is the best xoxo

I've been seeing Crizel for about 5 months and the difference in my skin has been night and day! I'm in my late 20s and have never had an issue with acne until getting off the pill a year ago, at which point I started to get very inflamed and painful acne particularly on my jawline. Before seeing a dermatologist I wanted to see if I could clear it up naturally, so I started the Acne Program and really started to notice a significant difference after a couple months of consistent treatments and my personalized home care regimen. For a second it will get worse as your skin purges, but hang in there cause I'm now out on the other side and it's amazing! Crizel's approach was very holistic, talking to me about my diet and lifestyle and really focusing in on the cause of my acne. Attaching a photo of my skin in December and where I'm at today! Couldn't be happier with my results. read more

The Acne Spot - Dec-23 before starting treatments vs today after 5mo of being on the Acne Program - Skin Care Near Me - San Marcos, California

I have been going to the Acne Spot since November 2023, and it's been the best decision that I have made for my skin. I have had acne off and on throughout my life, but my hormonal acne significantly flared up in the last few years. I decided to try something new, and I am so glad that I did!! Lan is such a delight! She is super knowledgeable and answers any questions or concerns that I have. She is so sweet and kind and I look forward to our appointments, as it is just like catching up with a friend! She is an amazing aesthetician, and I am sooo thankful to have her as my guide on my journey to improve my skin. I have seen significant improvement in the overall health of my skin since I have started my acne spot regimen and bi-weekly facials. My face no longer has deep and painful acne like it did when I started the program. My skin texture and appearance has also significantly improved and not only do I see the improvement but so have my friends and family. I am now not as self conscious of my face and that feeling is priceless. However, I must note that it is not an overnight fix. In order for there to be improvement, you must be willing to stay consistent with your skin routine!! It is an investment both time wise and financially, so you need to make sure that you are willing to put in the work to see results. It was very much a worthwhile investment for me. I am so glad that I did it!!! read more

I have been coming to the acne spot, twice a month for about 5 months now & I can only say great things about it. Desiree my esthetician is so amazing & I look forward to seeing her every appointment. She's so knowledgeable in skincare & has helped me improve the condition of my skin tremendously. I'm so happy with how far my skin has come, love the face reality products. Please consider joining this program if you're struggle with any type of acne, definitely worth the investment! read more

Love Vanessa and all the staff at the acne spot. Been coming here for years and they know how to take care of my skin through every season of life. Worth every penny! read more

Great and beautiful office. Jasmine in the front is so welcoming. I have been seeing Vanessa for acne treatments and she is amazing. I would highly recommend her. The staff here is so friendly and they all listen to your needs. read more

I've been coming here for about three months,, I had really bad luck with skin care throughout the years but Vanessa has really helped me throughout my skin care journey here & she really cares about your skin care journey. This whole spot is amazing as well! read more

Such an amazing spot! Everyone who works here are so kind and very very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Vanessa, she has such great advice for skin care! I am a regular here now! read more

Ocean is amazing. Very nice and tailored to my skin's needs. The staff is super pleasant and the location is great. The facility is very clean. Highly recommend! read more

My acne issues started as I got older and I thought it was manageable with OTC products and ones that were advertised on television. While, they can work for some people, they didn't work for me and made my skin worst. After many trial and error attempts, I resorted to just lathering my face with makeup to try to tolerate my skin... until my sister recommended The Acne Spot. My esthetician of choice is Sarah! I've been working with Sarah for almost a year now! She took time to understand my skin, my history, my skin goals and most importantly, she educated me the entire way! I trusted Sarah (and the process) and was pleasantly surprised to see the results over time. We are our own worst critics, so I was appreciative of the progress photos that Sarah took over time to essentially hold the mirror up to combat my negative thoughts! I still see Sarah regularly because our skin evolves as we age and I need the latest and greatest info on acne-safe make-up products! Sarah is good people! Highly recommend getting on her calendar if you can! In the rare occasions that Sarah was unavailable, Crizel stepped in to save the day and she's talented and very knowledgable! The front desk staff - Carmina, Madi and Alicia - are a delight when you come and leave! Five stars for customer service and creating a hospitable environment. They're the glue! read more

My skin was in serious need of some love and care and I'm so glad The Acne Spot was recommended to me! I've had three treatments so far and have been on an at-home regimen for roughly the past five weeks. My skin has cleared up so quickly and it already feels so much healthier; the difference a few weeks with a tailored skin routine can make is crazy! Also, the staff are all very kind. Every time I've visited, I've been greeted warmly by Alicia. All of my treatments have been with Crizel and she is truly amazing! She is very attentive throughout the treatment, frequently checking in to make sure I'm still comfortable. While acne treatments can be a little intense for some, with Crizel, mine have been painless and even relaxing. I've had only positive interactions with every staff member I've met there. The space itself is very well-designed, clean, and inviting. Between the comfort of the space and the friendliness of the employees, the vibes here are great! read more

REVIEW UPDATE (1 YEAR LATER!): I'm elated with how far my skin has come since I started seeing Lan (my esthetician) at The Acne Spot a year ago. I can't thank her enough for helping me through this journey and I'm still shocked at how amazing my skin is now compared to when I started. I want to say I was pretty much "acne free" within 7-8 months. At that point, I was promoted to the Clear Skin Program from the Acne Program, where we worked on my next goals, which was to reduce pigmentation and improve texture of my skin. Since then, Lan curated a new plan for me for my visits moving forward and now more than ever my skin is glowing and I am consistently being complimented on my skin by friends and family. I'm officially moving into the Taylor'd Skin side where we will continue to work on my skin texture and overall skin health (plus more "relaxing" spa-like treatments (not that my acne treatments visit before weren't relaxing!). I'm also using/incorporating new products that Lan has recommended based on my own personal goals with my skin and I trust her completely. The entire team at The Acne Spot/Taylor'd Skin have become friends to me and I'm always excited to see them and chat with them! I highly, highly recommend these guys. Do not hesitate! P.S. I also love following them on social media and participating in their fun giveaways + skin facts. Lan even helped me with color-matching for beauty/foundation products that they offer for acne prone skin at the studio. ---------------- (OLDER REVIEW - 1 YEAR AGO): I started my journey with Acne Spot a few weeks ago. After trying everything else in the book to get rid of my acne (I.e curology, going to see a dermatologist - none worked), I finally learned about the benefits of seeing an esthetician and getting facials instead. I found Acne Spot through a google search and they had great reviews so I decided to take a leap of faith. I arrived at the office and was very impressed by the facility. The cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. Right away I felt like I was welcomed. They always ask at every visit if I need to use the restroom or need water and they just take really good care of you. My esthetician is Lan. I had my consult with her and she was so patient with me and my questions. Always had a friendly demeanor and really educated me about their acne products and what this journey would look like for me. We also connected so much on a personal level and I'm just so happy about that b/c I know the importance of having an esthetician who really understands your skin and can connect with you. They provide you with a complete and comprehensive skin care guide and routine for when you go home. So far I love all of their products and my skin has really loved it. I am currently going through a light "purging" phase but even then my skin is so hydrated, plump, and I can just tell it's working! I will definitely report back as my journey continues :) Another shoutout to Nicole, my esthetician while Lan was on vacation. I love her so much! We also connected so much and she recommended this amazing hydrating facial for me and my skin was glowing afterwards. I have full faith in all the staff and estheticians here after my experience with Lan and Nicole! Thank you both so much. read more

The acne program truly delivers results. I began the program in October 2022, and by June 2023 my skin was completely clear--a condition that lasted long enough for me to graduate from the acne program. I still went to the Acne Spot for my monthly facial until May 2024. It was when I ventured into more invasive treatments to minimize my acne scars because The Acne Spot doesn't offer those invasive treatments. In the meantime,my skin was stable and clear long enough so I moved away from the Face Reality products in search of new skincare solutions. This shift led to an increase in breakouts. After nearly a year of exploring various treatments and facials from other providers, I've come to appreciate the exceptional standard of care at The Acne Spot. Unlike other places, The Acne Spot consistently offers extractions as part of their protocol--a critical step often overlooked elsewhere. After spending thousands on invasive treatments from other spas, I still haven't achieved my desired result. I have come to conclusion that my skin type doesn't respond well to those type of treatments, maybe a slow and less invasive treatment would be more effective for my skin. Anyway, I plan to return to The Acne Spot once I've finished my current spa package. Customer service there has been phenomenal each time. read more

5 stars for sure! I came here looking for a better solution for acne having been on antibiotics for over a year. I went through the whole acne program and I am very happy with my clear skin now! It took a good 6 months for my skin to clear. Megan was (and still is :) amazing at explaining products to me, adjusting home routines, and tailoring each appointment to my skin. She's so kind and gentle! I love all of the staff here, the environment is so welcoming and relaxing. It's nice to feel safe when you're insecure about your skin. If you're considering coming here go all in! My skin purged in the first few months and looked the worst it'd ever been, but stick it out! It all cleared and is consistently clear and controlled now. Now it's the best it's ever been. I moved over from acne spot to the taylord skin studio side and love that I still receive personalized skin care with Megan here too :) read more

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This place was suggested to me on Reddit, I took my mom here for her birthday - we each got the hydration treatment I think , we have sensitive skin so we didn't want anything too crazy, mom LOVED THE HYDRATION JELLY MASK! I didn't get it but might try it next time. It was very relaxing. Kind of like having someone do a face massage for you. One thing that did concern us was that all the girls that worked there looked like they've had treatments that messed up their skin, they had marks in their face, we almost walked out seeing that bc we didn't want that to happen to us! We have very clear skin with no acne. read more

Been going to acne spot for 5 years on a monthly basis, and it's about time I wrote a review! They're always so friendly and I love the atmosphere. The decor is so cute! But best of all, they helped me maintain my acne control and incorporated anti aging treatments as well. The discoloration on my cheeks (meslasma) has greatly decreased with their help. They use Face Reality products and are very well versed in fighting acne. Megan is my usual gal but every esthetician I've seen there is awesome! I highly highly highly recommend for anyone who has acne issues and want anti aging treatments too. I drive 20 miles each way just to see them! read more

LOVE. front desk girls are so friendly and sweet :) been seeing sarah for almost a year now and she's amazing. answers all questions and makes me feel knowledgeable about my acne and preventative measures that i can take to keep my skin clear and avoid breakouts. i love understanding the WHY behind so i can try and take that knowledge and apply it. i've seen a huge difference in my breakouts, and overall health of my skin. feel much more balanced than i did before. always have cute playlists playing and it's always so clean inside. shoutout to carmina, maddie, & jasmine; such sweet girls and they're on top of appointment confirmations as well as helping me schedule my next ones after my appointments. read more

I absolutely loving coming here for any type of facial, but especially fancy the Facial Bar for a quick drop in. The ladies here are amazing and are very helpful with figuring out my skin needs with the mini custom facial. My skin has never felt more hydrated and balanced! read more

I've been seeing Sarah for about 7 months and with her help my skin has never looked better! Such a relaxing environment and I always leave feeling better than when I arrived. Highly recommend! read more

I first brought my daughter into the Acne Spot for treatment with Lan. We loved Lan's approach to helping a teenager take care of their acne and being consistent with cleansing. The acne treatment program helped her tremendously and now she comes in for deep cleansing at their beauty bar. I began utilizing the Taylor'd skin side of acne spot and quickly fell in love. I get monthly customized facials and the personalized approach to my skin's need are top notch. Desiree is outstanding with her knowledgeable care and her neck massages are fantastic!!! I will not go anywhere else for skin care! read more

I took my 14 year old son here to get more personalized support for his acne and we have been very happy with the experience. Vanessa has been great and even responds to follow up questions he has had in between appointments. read more

Blessings and Thank You to all Merry Christmas to Everyone at Acne Spot Appreciate Everyone. read more

Ohhh my gosh It's refreshing to see a honest, local facial center here in North County! Love you are located in San Marcos! And the events and specials are just amazing! I love the Hydra Fusion Facial on the menu! Nicole is the sweetest, best business woman running a professional salon for healthy glowing skin care. We all want perfect, soft, glowing youthful skin and now we have a reputable spa like facial salon to go to and be cared for and pampered. Oh and they have a focus on acne, how awesome is that!!! Now when your feeling vulnerable, insecure and embarrassed by your acne, Nicole and her Team are here to help!!! Update: bringing my teen and she's loving it read more

Coming here was the best decision I have ever made for myself! I have struggled with bad acne since I was in middle school, and have tried absolutely everything to clear it. I decided to try out The Acne Spot after being hesitant about going to an esthetician for a while now, and I can honestly say it was the best decision of my life. Not only is all of the staff amazing and kind, but the products and the support they provided me through my clear skin journey, was better than I could have asked for! My skin cleared so fast, and I am always excited to go to my appointments. Crizel is such an amazing esthetician, and the sweetest person! She was just as excited about my clear skin journey as I was. If you are struggling with acne or any skin issues, I couldn't recommend this place enough! It absolutely changed my life for the better!! read more

This clinic and the staff are wonderful! As soon as you walk in you are greeted and welcomed by a very warm front office staff and seated in a spotless clinic. I started coming in mid August when my skin was incredibly broken out and irritated. I did my initial appointment and follow-up with Nicole. She is warm and kind and took her time explaining the program, answering questions, and giving me access to lots of resources. Due to my schedule changing, I then started seeing Megan for my facial appointments. She has been so, so wonderful! She has gradually progressed my skin care routine and provided lots of education and encouragement. The experience of the facial is quite relaxing and I look forward to it every other week. I am now transitioning to the Taylor'd side of the clinic as my acne has resolved and we are now focusing on maintenance and continuing to make my skin look great! A little over 3 months of working with this team and my skin looks and feels the best it has ever been. The products are gentle but very effective while being much more affordable than a lot of other brands that I've tried in the past. I would recommend this clinic to anyone! You'll be very well taken care of here! read more

I have been a client for over a few years now, and I recommend The Acne Spot for anyone having any acne/skin problems. They also have the best staff, shoutout to Crizel, Madi, and Carmina. read more

I am soooo happpy with my treatments at The Acne Spot. The staff are amazing. They are always so welcoming and sweet! Shout out to SARAH, thank you so much for the AMAZING work you've done! 10/10 I've also had the best experience with Megan and Crizel, thank you!! read more

I had my first appointment for my acne at the end of June and always look forward to my appointments with Desiree! It's the highlight of my week to have my appointment! My skin is making steady progress and has been the clearest it's been in months. I love the Face Reality products and my skincare routine Desiree has me on. I am so glad I have decided to invest in my skin and getting my adult acne under control. As someone that's been on multiple skin programs, this one is the best! read more

I started my acne program 4 months ago and today I just finished my 9th treatment I can't explain the emotions and excitement I am feeling! My skin has gotten so much better not just skin my confidence within myself has changed. I have been struggling with cystic acne for 3 years now and I'm grateful for the help of my estheticians I have been seeing these last few months that have helped and made me feel so happy with my skin today. Thankyou acne spot highly recommended for anyone struggling with their skin. - Pricilla B read more

I couldn't thank the acne spot enough, ESPECIALLY Vanessa! She has truly made me feel so comfortable in my own skin. I've been going to the acne spot for about 3 months now to see if there was a solution for my skin and not only was it very welcoming but my skin is finally on the road to being clear without any medications!! I wish i could give more stars because everyone is so nice and so helpful. read more

Absolutely fantastic experience with The Acne Spot! Crizel is incredibly knowledgeable and tailors the sessions to my skin's needs. Not only does she effectively target my acne, but the calming atmosphere and gentle techniques leave me feeling rejuvenated. I'd tried everything from Proactive to Curology but The Acne Spot really got down to my root problems. My skin looks clearer and feels smoother than it ever has in my life. Highly recommend for anyone struggling with acne! read more

Crystal Oscar fantastic esthetician! My son's skin is getting clearer and we couldn't be any more pleased with the skin care progress and services provided read more

Staff is always extremely nice and always willing to help out! I've never had a bad experience here and every esthetician I've seen has been knowledgeable and helpful. Fair warning rooms can be a bit chilly since you don't actually get under a sheet. Overall 10/10! read more

I first found out about the acne spot from google searching for acne clinics. I struggled with my acne for over four years and I started going to the acne spot since June 2023, I did graduate from my acne treatment in December and now I am on the clear skin program, Today I got my facial from Vanessa she is so sweet ever time I go in for my monthly facial I always enjoy seeing my progress throughout the months. Highly recommended seeing Sarah, Vanessa or honestly any of the girls they are all helpful and amazing! read more

Absolutely love the acne spot with the help of Sara my estheticain i have cleared up my acne so much. They are so welcoming and comforting there i highly recommend going. read more

I swear this isn't a paid review or anything. BUT The Acne Spot changed my life! Shoutout to Crizel in particular! I'm in my 30's, and have spent my adult life battling hormonal acne and skin redness. Tried all the stuff out there - Curology, Proactiv, Retinol, etc. and nothing worked. But now I genuinely have glowing, hydrated skin, 100% due to The Acne Spot. I started going to the Acne Spot a year ago when I was first pregnant, and saw results within a matter of months. Now that I'm postpartum, my routine is even more "invasive" with the levels of products and treatments I qualify for to reduce overall pigmentation and keep acne at bay. I never thought my skin would look the way it does...I'm just beyond thrilled. My favorite part is that once you "graduate" the acne program, you get moved over into the Taylor'd Skin Studio where it's more of a spa vibe. It's the #1 thing I look forward to every month for self care & relaxation. They're always coming up with innovative ways to serve clients with the newest technology in the industry, for example their new HydraFacial option that infuses different stuff into your skin and extracts with a vacuum seal. I can't speak highly enough of Crizel, my esthetician, who is SO knowledgeable, kind, and real. She goes above and beyond to make the experience informative and deeply relaxing. Front desk staff is always extremely kind and thoughtful also :) I drive up from North Park every month, and am begging you to open one of these up in South County!! read more

I would give this place a ZERO star if i could. I took my daughter to the acne spot over 1 month ago. my daughter had a little breakout on her forehead & chin area. after using their products and spending over $150 on their cheap quality & HARMFUL products, my daughter broke out even worse AND really badly where she hasn't broken out before on her cheeks! I called weekly to give the acne spot to give them an update and spoke with Olivia & Alicia about my concerns but they recommended I have my daughter continue to use the products with even higher frequency! They also say to go to their facility every 2 weeks for their EXPENSIVE treatments of $135 a session! I expressed to them I live 1 hour away so I can't go during the week but secured a Saturday appt. After expressing my concerns, they cancel my appt yesterday that I scheduled a month ago and they will not accommodate us! DON'T WASTE your TIME & MONEY on this place, they have cheap quality & UNSAFE products, they are not accomodating AND they WILL LEAVE YOUR FACE SCARRED!!!! RESPONSE TO NICOLE: You're A LIAR, no I did not scream at your staff and NONE of whatever you mentioned was explained at the treatment and I can prove with pictures and videos my daughter had a treatment. I NEVER committed to 6 months! You're manipulative and the ABUSER. I QUIT YOU ALL remember & I will report you to the Better Business Bureau & I will look into character defamation. Truth HURTS doesn't it? You just proved my point how horrible your business is and your horrible customer service! Get proper education and sophistication. Like I mentioned earlier, this is what you'll get when you go to this HORRIBLE business. Rather than making it right, they LASH out at their clients. This place is not safe! They do not practice proper protocols to keep you safe from COVID...no temp checks or wearing masks by staff or clients. WARNING! STAY FAR AWAY FROM THIS BUSINESS! read more

Brooke is awesome! I have been seeing her every 2 weeks for the last 8 months. I tried EVERYTHING when it came to my deep cystic acne... ProActive, DIY, organic, natural, you name it... and I was wasting money in buying things that just weren't worth it. I even thought about Acutane for a while but didn't want to worry about the side effects. Finally, I decided I would invest into a skin care location and The Acne Spot came up as one of the best in my area. Since going I have had MAJOR positive results and am so thankful I came to see Brooke all those months ago! I am on the road to being fully cleared and I couldn't be happier as I approach my wedding in May. If you feel like you've tried everything then you need to stop by Acne Spot and specifically see Brooke! She is very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. You will feel heard and taken care of if you do! read more