PLEASE DO NOT GO HERE. UNLAWFULLY OPERATED…read more The practice is run by a Physician Assistant (PA), but New York State law clearly states that PAs must work under the supervision of a licensed physician. When I asked to speak with their Medical Director, I was told they didn't have one. (Article 131-B of the New York Education Law governs the practice of physician assistants in the state.) The injector GiGi performed unauthorized treatments, including injecting Botox into my gummy lines--something I never requested or approved. When I returned to address the poor results, the PA had to step in to sternly direct the injector to only use half an injection to fix the Spock brow I had been left with. Despite these efforts, the results were far from satisfactory. My appearance resembled what can only be described as a "serial killer" smile. (See below pictures) They also convinced me to choose a "lip flip" instead of lip fillers, claiming it would help "quiet my facial muscles" before injections. It's unclear whether the resulting smile was caused by the lip flip or the unauthorized gummy line injections, but the outcome has been devastating. Even three months later, my smile is still not back to normal, despite being told that the effects would wear off quickly. The dismissive attitude that mistakes don't matter because "Botox wears off" is unacceptable. If a procedure's effects last for months, the least they can do is get it right the first time. Another alarming issue is their lack of transparency. While consent and waiver forms are uploaded to the online portal, they fail to include any documentation of the injection sites. This omission feels deliberate, and it makes me question what they might be trying to hide. On a personal level, this experience ruined what should have been a joyful time. I had just returned from a 10-month military deployment and was looking forward to reuniting with my loved ones. I wanted to look refreshed and less stressed, but instead, I ended up feeling self-conscious and unattractive. I even asked my boyfriend to delay proposing because I didn't want to look this way in engagement photos. It's heartbreaking that such a special moment had to be put on hold because of their carelessness. The staff assured me that what happened to me was rare and that the effects would subside quickly. However, after extensive research, I found only one similar case online, which confirms that my experience is far from normal.

Wonderful! I've been coming here for 2 years, and have had nothing but great experiences and…read morefantastic results! Gigi and Kelly are amazing and so knowledgeable. The entire staff is warm and welcoming. I have never had any issues with my Dysport injections, and have NEVER been pressured into anything! Rest assured, you are in fantastic hands when coming here! So grateful for this team for always making me feel beautiful and making it so easy to treat myself!

Deb goes above and beyond in her service. I just moved here from the west coast and felt timid…read moreabout finding a new waxer. I have thick hair and getting Brazilians is not something I'm comfortable with doing with just anyone. Deb has the best rapport around. I already have my next appointment booked!

Deborah was awesome! She was sweet off the bat and accomdating the minute I walked in. It was my…read morefirst Brazillian wax i wanted to try it for the first time and i wanted to do something for myself so I was a little nervous. She did great getting me accustomed and making sure i was okay and giving me a lot of knowledge on upkeep and hair growth in general. Everything was clean and cute and comfortable, the music was soothing and I enjoyed talking to her as we got me through this lol I will definitely be coming back

My wife and I went for facials (coupon) and also added couples massages. Wow! Amazing 60 minute…read moremassages and 60 minute facials left us both feeling incredible. I suffer from dry flaking skin on my face and use medication to help control it. After our facials my face showed no signs of dryness or flaking. We are now doing facials on the regular with the quality for such a reasonable price. All the staff are fun and vibe is really cool and laid back too! BE has been there for 10 years and it shows. Highly recommend their services.

I purchased a Groupon voucher for this 60 minute facial. It was AMAZING. I will certainly be going…read moreback.

Made the 45min drive to Albany after reading positive reviews on yelp. Pleasant setting, looked…read moreclean & professional. Arrived on time 11:30am for haircut, mani, pedi. Jan got me started on pedi & mani with diligent young lady- was great! By 1:12pm Jan was finally ready to cut my hair after shampooing, $15 eyebrow wax that she talked me into, & finally voila, a $55 10-min haircut with no layers nor shape. I asked for side bangs 3 times & each time was met with resistance. "I don't want to cut too short" I gave up after the third ask. Conversation was also intrusive - where do you live? What's your job? What's your ethnicity? This is supposed to be a relaxing experience, not an interrogation. Total bill $145. Will not be going back for sure.

Look at those curls, he loves his perm. Huge thanks to Jan at Salon 109. He only trust Jan with his…read moreprecious hair

Authentic and unique wellness studio in the heart of Troy.. yoga/massage/skin treatment, etc. One…read moreof their offerings was an Ayurveda facial, which I tried. All of the products used were organic and Barbara was very knowledgeable and kind. What sets this studio apart is their genuine passion for what they do. I never felt pressure to buy anything, the vibes were positive and it was nice to support a local business instead of a generic franchise chain.

I tried this studio out and was very pleased , for starters it's very bright and tranquil in…read moreatmosphere. I had a very good massage and it was very relaxing. I enjoyed the essential oils and she really worked out my inflamed hips and lower back. She even found my tender spots in my arms where it takes a really good therapist to do so. I give it an A plus. Give them a try. I want to do the yoga classes they offer as well. Great area lots of parking and nice people.

I'm a travel nurse, and I've been to several estheticians across the country. I can confidently say…read moreshe is the best I have been to. She has treated my skin with mask-related acne. Hormonal acne, during my pregnancy and now postpartum. When I started seeing her, my goal was to control and improve my acne. I have exceeded that goal and am now confidently rocking my skin makeup-free. Her knowledge of skin and how to care for it is extensive. She analyzes your skin and gives an in-depth recommendation on a home routine. She is judgment-free when I'm not consistent with my routine and helps me get back on track. She is worth every penny. With consistency, you will see improvement and enjoy every visit, as she is not only an amazing esthetician but also an even better human being.

I did the "whatever it takes" facial and before we even got started, I knew I would love Katerina…read moreforever. Before I even arrived, she texted me the morning of with the office address how to get there and wish me safe travels. Once I was there, the space was incredibly clean light and airy, and she proved to be super knowledgeable, attentive, and caring. The appointment never felt rushed even though there was someone scheduled for right after me. She analyzed all my products that I brought & told me why certain ingredients should not be used. She then put the good ones in one pile the 'not so good' ones in another- I threw the 'not so good' ones out immediately and had no qualms about doing so by the end of our appointment together. Katerina got a sense of what my routines were (or weren't) and gave me some helpful suggestions that have since become staples in my routine and my skin is significantly better. I would certainly go back the next time I'm passing through the Albany, New York area.

Have been coming for years to this outstanding place. Anna and April were the founding partners and…read morethey established an environment of peace, professionalism and caring. Jeannette has the strongest hands!

While in the Albany area on business, I knew I'd need a massage to round out a busy work week. Of…read morecourse, I perused Yelp for reviews, but Breathe Massage Therapy exceeded my expectations. Booking was easy, you can do so either via phone or the link on their website. I selected a 90-minute Swedish massage--50-60 minutes is when you finally start to relax, so 90 minutes brings it all to fruition! Their prices are competitive and the quality surpassed the cost. My masseuse was Jeanette and I even returned during my next trip to make sure she worked with me again. The ambiance is fitting of a high-end spa. Parking is easy and the venue is close enough to I-87 to make it a worthy trip. If you live in the area, or are just passing through, be sure to make an appointment and zen away your day!

Great service. Clean. Attention to detail, took time and care, and a wonderful mani/pedi experience.read more

First time here and got a gel pedicure. Rushed and not thorough when it came to cuticle trimming…read moreand filing, which is frustrating because I could have done a better job myself. Polishing was frustrating--a piece of fuzz or chunk of polish was stuck in the nail, and when I asked her to fix it, she tried clipping it off with cuticle nippers unsuccessfully, but then just polished over it. At the end, I am still stuck with a chunk of something in my gel polish. Edges of nails not even polished, also frustrating. Got the silent treatment at the end, as she was clearly irritated I asked her to fix the nail. Despite still tipping 20% I won't be returning. Please, can we just take our time and perform the service? I'm paying $60+ so I don't have to do this at home, but if you're just going to blow through it what is the point?

I've been going to Gooding Skin Systems for 20 years now and they offer the best services of this…read moretype in the area. Nancye knows skin like no one else. One thing I really like is they never try to sell you products you don't need. If you are looking for the very best advice in skin care, book an appointment here. You won't be diaappointed.

I recently treated myself to a facial with Suzanne at Gooding's and as always I was so pleased with…read morethe results and happy that I did. Suzanne is the very best at facials, the results are immediate and lasting and she is such a professional, so knowledgeable of what keeps skin healthy looking and beautiful. All facials are not alike and Suzanne's are the best! Very much worth the time and cost.

Sorry to hear that PA Caitlin is not going to be there when or if I return next year for my skin…read morecheckup. She has always been thorough, friendly and professional with me through the years. It's very hard to find truly great people to put your trust into, but I've always been happy with the staff there for the most part. I'll think it through for a little bit. As you get older, you seem to form bonds of trust that are unshakable. I wish Caitlin the best in her career. She's the best!

If I could give Dr. Neal zero stars, I would. He operated a MOHS above the hairline and was so…read morecareless and negligent - as was his stitching PA Mike Dulay - that the wound healed and scarred over so there's a bald patch now instead of stitching it properly where the hair can grow back again. I feel like this is stitching 101 in medical school. I know there are very few rare instances where the scalp can't be stitched together, but by and large, it's not only possibly but COMMONLY DONE so that the scalp is brought together again so hair can grow unhindered. Now there's permanent irreparable damage done and there's nobody to answer to because it's not severe enough of a deformity to warrant a medical malpractice lawsuit, but believe me I explored that option. Do yourself a favor and STEER FAR AND CLEAR from Upstate Dermatology for EVERYTHING other than simple, standard, common issues that their staff can handle. Seriously, I would be suing if I could. Dr. Neal is literally the worst. If you don't believe me, check out the rest of his reviews.