I have been a client of Natalie's for about 7 years now. Until this year Natalie was solely my esthetician, helping me literally turn back the clock when it came to aging without the use of botox or fillers. Natalie and I would often discuss diet and lifestyle habits that could affect the quality and appearance of the skin. During these conversations I was always in awe of Natalie's knowledge of the body and her curiosity about my overall health. She listened compassionately as I shared issues related to my thyroid and hormone health and my frustration with generally feeling unwell. So earlier this year when Natalie began offering functional medicine services, I came onboard right away. Prior to working with Natalie I had worked with several functional medicine practitioners. Not one has helped me the way that Natalie has. Her listening skills are unparalleled. She listens critically but also with great compassion. When you share your issues with her you don't feel judged or "crazy". She asks questions and probes with the skill of a researcher, trying to unearth as much information as she can to direct her work. Once she complies all of the information, she determines what testing is necessary for her to get a better picture of what is going on in your body. Natalie is thoughtful and deliberate when it comes to selecting testing. Previous practitioners would just list out thousands of dollars of testing, insisting that I needed every single one. Natalie is not like that. In fact, one of the tests Natalie selected for me was one that no other practitioner had offered me. It was actually a very affordable test. And as it turned out, that test gave me the most important information of all. I had been suffering from a parasite for some time. Without Natalie's suggestion, I never would have taken this particular test or found out about the stealth infection hiding out and wreaking havoc in my gut. After working with Natalie these last few months I have seen HUGE improvements in my overall health. I plan on continuing my work with Natalie, confident that my improvements will be even greater. I highly recommend working with Natalie! You will not be disappointed! read more

Natalie is truly an expert on skincare and she is now developing her functional medicine practice as well, which I expect she will excel in. I have seen her regularly for about 2 years and I have experienced noticeable changes to my skin tone and elasticity--I have been receiving more compliments lately from strangers about my skin and I am woman in her mid-forties. Natalie customizes her treatments after an in-depth intake session which includes infrared imaging to pinpoint problem areas. She promotes living toxin-free as the first approach to healthy skin and recently added a line of supplements to her product offerings. Her main skincare products are from South Africa and they are the cleanest products I have ever used. Be forewarned, Natalie's services are not cheap. But if you are able to splurge a little sometimes, then Unique Verve is the only place in Boston worth spending your money on for serious skincare. read more

This review is long overdue! I came to Natalie for a facial in November, and it was my most fabulous facial experience. Natalie takes her time and truly cares about her client's goals. She is honest about what to anticipate for results, which I love. The entire experience is fantastic from beginning to end. I cannot recommend Natalie enough! Beyond professional, knowledgeable, and truly loves what she does! She's incredible, and I highly recommend seeing her for skincare and functional medicine concerns. read more

I positively adore Natalie personally and professionally. I have been going to Unique Verve for both facials and massages, for almost two years now. I am [admittedly] not very nice to my skin, and Natalie always finds a way to give me a glowing complexion. I know that she has her clients' best interests at heart, and is constantly seeking new alternatives/treatments to better their experience. Natalie always follows-up after appointments too, to see how you are doing and to keep track of any changes in your skin, so that your next appointment is completely tailored to what you need. Having had facials at other locations over the years, I can say that Natalie's is absolutely the BEST. In addition, Natalie is such a sweet person. She always makes it a point to make sure I am comfortable during treatments, and to ask about my life. She is also fantastic about squeezing me in any time that I ask (I travel a lot and have had to cancel waaay too many appointments on her). I am so glad that I found Natalie and Unique Verve!!! read more

This place is amazing. The atmosphere and decor are incredibly soothing and relaxing, making it easy to doze off during a facial. Cristin does such a professional job waxing, quick, as painless as it gets, and the result is always exactly what I ask for. My facial by her was incredible as well and I can't wait to become a regular patron here! I highly recommend their facials and bikini waxes and from my experience, can't imagine Cristin does anything but an incredible job with all the other services they offer as well! read more

I have been seeing Natalie for over two years and need to let the world know how wonderful she is. Now, you might argue that anyone who commits to rubbing your back for an hour and half is pretty damn cool but Natalie wins the prize. These are the three reasons why I would suggest giving her a call the next time you need a massage: #1 - She's just so darn cute and friendly. Again, maybe this is expected, but Natalie goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable, calm and at ease. Even her soft, lilting voice when she asks "is the pressure okay" is like angles whispering in your ear. #2 - She's incredibly good at what she does. Sometimes after too much time on airplanes, I just want to relax. Other times, I need a serious work out. Whatever I ask for - I get. She manages to make even deep pressure an incredibly relaxing experience. #3 - She's attentive, generous and detailed. She listens to you and focuses where you ask. If you tell her your lower back is stiff, she will ensure that it is clam and relaxed when you leave. I have also at times arrived to my appointment a few minutes late and when I look up at the end of my 90 minutes, I see that she has gone over to make up for the lost time. Natalie is amazing. Whether you are a regular client or only go once in a while... you will be so glad you get her a shot. read more

I want to start by saying that my facial with Natalie yesterday inspired my very first Yelp review. I have had the pleasure of receiving several facials from Natalie, but the hydrating and vitamin-infused ultrasonic facial she gave me yesterday completely solidified my loyalty to her magic! After abusing my skin for the past month or so while traveling abroad (and two weeks in scorching Greece), I ran to her to calm and soothe my flaking, dehydrated, but somehow still oily skin and stall as much sun damage as possible. From the moment I walked out and checked my skin in the car mirror, I was thrilled at the smoothness, clarity, and flawless texture of my skin. The extractions she performs are truly painless and they leave no marks even on the day of the facial. She even pulsed a weak electrical current through a super moisturizing algae mask after the ultrasonic part to force the vitamins deeper into the skin, and once you factor in the various techniques and services that Natalie administers, the price is really quite reasonable. read more

On top of being an incredibly kind, accommodating, and easy to talk to Natalie is incredibly knowledgeable and talented. But one look at her glowing, clear skin will tell you that. Natalie it a total perfectionist in all the best ways - facials take an hour and a half, as she does all the basics (cleaning, toning, moisturizing), and then adds in lots of other techniques to make your skin as healthy as possible, as well as an amazing hand and neck massage. She is always willing to explain her techniques, as well as what products might be helpful for you. I feel incredibly lucky to have found her. I was worried about what moving back to Boston from the west coast would do to my skin, with the dryness and humidity, but keeping my skin clear has been easy with her help! read more

Saw Natalie again on Tuesday.. and I am so happy with the results. Definitely recommend her for this cold weather! Not only does my skin get the pampering it needs but I also feel so refreshed after my session :) I cannot wait for my next session! read more

I'm adding my review for consistently incredible experience at Unique Verve. I was a bit skeptical about their First Time Facial however I was completely blown away by the entire experience. It's one of a kind and interesting process! During my initial visit, Natalie helped me with the appropriate product selection that have done wonders for my skin. She also guided me to choose healthier food options which have improved my skin condition, energy level and overall wellbeing. I was immediately impressed by Natalie's knowledge, kind and caring personality as well as professionalism. I have never experienced Visia (and honestly never heard of this high-tech equipment) in my life before. It was incredibly interesting as well as educational process! If you have never tried it, I would highly suggest trying it as you will see your skin in different perspective. It showed my skin from deeper layers and concerns that are not visible on the surface but they are there as well as the problems that I should pay attention to. During each picture which was taken by Visia, Natalie explained the causes of the problems and how to treat them. I have been going to Natalie for quite some time now and what impresses me the most is her consistency! Her facials feel amazing every single time. She's got magical hands. She puts me to sleep almost right from the beginning of each facial and I often sleep during extractions as well. My skin never looks red or feels irritated after her facials. In the beginning of every facial she examines my skin to create custom tailored treatment. In most cases she has done vitamin infusion facials on me but has also integrated LED light. Ever since I started seeing Natalie for my facials, my skin has improved tremendously and has undergone complete transformation . I get compliments from my friends, family as well as co-workers all the time. Every time I go to Unique Verve, I'm greeted with the smile and positive energy. This is the place where I get beyond the best possible experience as well as personalized attention and would never hesitate to recommend them for skincare needs. In conclusion I would highly recommend Unique Verve for the following reasons: *exceptional customer service *personalized attention *consistency *professionalism *knowledgeable staff *products as well as advanced tools that they use to deliver noticeable results *clean and beautiful setting *relaxing ambience read more

I came here for an eyebrow wax. The space was relaxing and I got greeted at the door. I am sad to say that my wax was not the same. I told her that I have been growing my eye brows for 6 months and trying to make them thicker. I showed her the arch line I was trying to grow out. Once she was done with the wax, she had applied eye brow color, so I couldn't see my true brow. Once I got home and washed it off the make-up, I REALLY saw what was waxed off. First of all, my brow is totally uneven. It goes from super thick to super thin! Also, I can see a bald spot :( The cut was really choppy. My main problem with my brows is that the hair grows straight and long. I've tried cutting it once and it was a nightmare. I relived the memory from this brow cut. Again , they were really nice but I would not go back. I have to apply massive make-up on my brows to get fuller look again :( read more

I had my first visit with Natalie at Unique Verve a week ago and it was a wonderful experience. I was looking for a knowledgeable person to help me plan and make changes to my Environ regime as my 67th birthday looms ahead. She discussed my skin, my diet, my lifestyle-- all the things that can effect your skin. Her "first time"facial was like none I have had before and the results were impressive. I enjoyed my time with her and have scheduled a return visit to assess how all new products are working. The salon will ship you products as needed which is a big plus when you live in the suburbs. I highly recommend Natalie and the Unique Verve salon. read more

The facials here are still fantastic!....The update is about the eyebrow shaping I had done. I let them get really beastly (which isn't as bad as it sounds bc my brows are pretty sparse) so that Cristin could really shape them right. I've had a few bad experiences with waxes that left me either overly plucked or with an overly dramatic expression. She asked a lot of questions about what I wanted, that's hard for me to articulate so I basically told her what I didn't want, which worked just as well. Lot's of tweezing and a little bit of waxing to get a clean line on top so that the exfoliation part of the facial after wouldn't irritate my skin. She also used some sort of light thing to make sure that skin didn't break out or get irritated too. No breakouts or redness occurred. I very pleased with the shape.... no holes in them from scars on my brow bones, not too thin, I don't look like I'm in shock...excellent service! read more

Had my second facial about a week ago, my skin is looking fantastic! Acne has cleared and my confidence is where it used to be. I've had no awful reactions to product just a little dryness and peeling for a few days after treatments. The products she uses are gentle yet effective. Also love that she checks on you afterwards to see how your skin is doing. This place is great. Really grateful I found Natalie! read more

Unique Verve - Skin Care Near Me - Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts

Please give me 5 more stars because this deserves 10! I haven't had a facial in a couple of years and I figured, hey, I have nothing to do or to lose right? While their prices may look expensive at first, when you treat yourself or a loved one to a facial at Unique Verve, you will understand the price. You get A LOT of information, a lot of relaxation and a long time ...well relaxing. Mine was over TWO hours long, with the consultation etc. Read on... First, the decor and ambiance is amazing. The second you walk through the door you just get this warm "everything will be ok" feeling. I got the intro facial where you get a consultation and you will learn so much about your skin, things you thought you knew but most likely didn't. You'll answer a lengthy but very thorough questionnaire so that they can get a sense of who you are and your lifestyle. Next was my consultation. We talked a bit about the products I am currently using and why or why not they are good for the skin and I have to say it was the most honest and informative anyone has ever been with me! Next, you are guided to stick your head into this box with black lights with a mirror inside. This is where the horror begins, the things you THOUGHT you knew about your skin are revealed here. Natalie talked me through what I was seeing, what causes it and how to fix it. I had sun damage that you can't see under regular light, but under the special light, a whole new world awaited. I also was told by a previous aesthetician that my skin was combo, but learned that it really is dry. I have dry skin! She tells you how to fix the damage and dryness specific to your skin type. The actual facial was one of the most relaxing and amazing experiences I have ever encountered. I was so relaxed I kept waking myself up with little snores, oops! Natalie also went into detail about what she was applying, how it works and what it will do, but doesn't want you to answer so that you can just relax and enjoy. Her knowledge is pretty awesome and her personality was truly fitting. My experience included using ultrasound and very light electric current which allows your pores to really open up and take in all of the vitamins that we were getting in there. I will admit, it was a little strange at first but if you could see my results then you'll see its worth it. I've left other facials with bright red cheeks from having harsh sand rubbed all over, but I didn't get that here, nothing but soothing products. So, if you want to show your love to someone, get them a service here and don't waste your time at other spas, the knowledge you will gain cannot be matched elsewhere. They also do massages, but I have not had the chance to experience one yet. read more

I have never been very loyal about getting facials (I would have a mediocre one then not go for 6 months or a year, then try someplace new... I suppose I had never had one where there was any noticeable difference after or where I thought the esthetician really knew their stuff) but I have been going to Natalie consistently now for about a year and a half and absolutely love the results. Natalie is amazing! Besides being the sweetest woman ever, she really knows what she is doing (and has the most amazing skin herself to prove it). I noticed the difference in my skin immediately after my first session and was hooked. She is an expert! My skins tone/texture is better and she recommends (not forced whatsoever) great products to incorporate in my home routine. The cost is a lot for me to swing, but honestly she is worth it. And in the long run your face is going to be what you have going for you, so we should take care of it as best as we can right?? The whole experience is an unbelievably relaxing treat, I always fall asleep, plus there is a mini-massage in there. Go to Natalie if you need help with your skin, you will not be disappointed. read more

Pssst.... (The staff is moving to Newbury St.) I had seen the space they had moved into prior to a full makeover renovation, now seeing it completed I had fallen into another tucked away Newbury St gem. Clean Modern and Beautiful decor! The warmth of the staff and the ambient space created such a wonderful level of comfort. I have never had such a great consultation for a brow wax. The discussion consisted of product usage shape arch lines, and my sensitivity level. The outcome, just what was requested, I have gone from one spa to the next for many years in search of Whom I can trust with my brow man-scaping. Perfect Thank you I will be back in a few weeks for a clean up! read more

I'm writing an update to this review since I started working with Natalie for functional medicine since January/February. For 2+ years I was dealing with severe gastrointestinal issues. I had many other symptoms I wanted to address, but my GI issues were the most impactful and detrimental to my daily life. I went to multiple doctors who simply were unhelpful. At one point I was told I have IBS and basically there was not much to do about it and I need to just manage my symptoms. I felt incredibly frustrated and refused to accept this as my new life going forward. When Natalie reached out about starting to work with clients for functional medicine, I was hesitant to venture outside of traditional medicine (despite its disappointments). However, having known Natalie for years, I know she puts an insane amount of effort and diligence into anything she pursues. I am so incredibly happy I decided to work with her to heal my body. From day one of the functional medicine journey, Natalie truly listened and carefully assessed my entire medical history (which is pretty extensive). Doctors are faced with a combination of being overloaded with patients, trained to treat acute symptoms, and bombarded by paperwork from insurance companies. It felt strange to feel fully heard and I wish all healthcare experiences were what Natalie gives. It's only been 4-5 months and I'm not "cured", but my symptoms have vastly improved way beyond what I expected when I first started. I am no longer constantly uncomfortable and in pain. She not only helped my GI symptoms, but also my energy, brain fog, etc. I finally feel that my body and mind are returning to normal and it is a freeing experience of relief. Healing your body with functional medicine is a team effort. It requires personal effort to change your own habits and lifestyle, but I couldn't ask for a better teammate in guidance, knowledge, and support than Natalie. read more

Unique Verve is an absolutely fantastic place! First, the whole atmosphere is very inviting and relaxing. Beautiful decor, soft music and incredible scents of aroma oils create the feel as if you are in a paradise from the minute you walk-in. And it only gets better! And of course Natalie! I have never had a facial before and was a little scared making the appointment. But Natalie won my trust right away! Since i was a newbie to the facial, she was very kind to make a recommendation of what type of facial will suit me best and why. Natalie is not just a professional, she has a talent and it shows at everything she does - just take those amazing hand and neck massages she performs during the facial!!! I dont know whether it was the organic products Natalie used, her magic hands or a combination of both, but the next morning after procedure was the first morning i woke up without a single sign of skin aging or dryness!! And with the skincare products Natalie handpicked for me now my skin is looking great every day! Big big big thank you, Natalie! You just can't leave Unique Verve without a smile on your face and a beautiful glowing skin! Absolutely recommend. Can't wait for my next appointment. read more

First of all, I love Unique Verve and Natalie Maibenko. I have been seeing her since I moved to Boston.... It has been 1 and a half year now. I was Googling some facial spa and Natalie hits me right away! No negative comments on review and it looked like everybody satisfied with her treatment (both Facial and Massage) So, I gave myself to try her treatment! But I was still worried about how she would like.... This is just my theory but any store/business who can reply email quickly and polite has better service than the others (especially those business who has website and contact email! Because some business never get back to you by online even though they have an EMAIL on their web!) Anyways, get back to her review, Natalie replied me email very prompt and nicely. Then, I knew she is going to give me very good service and she did give me very nice treatment and service. After my first appointment, I decide to come back and since then I have been seeing her once every 1-2 months. After her first treatment, I knew there is no need to try other spa and compare her treatment so this is only my facial I have been to. I can say that Natalie is the BEST Esthetician I have met in the world!! She knows what she does and she is very knowledgeable about her products as well as any other skin problems and issues. She listens to you very well and try to help me, not only with her treatment but other things that we can do at home. I am very comfortable to share my skin problems and concerns with her. I email her every time I have questions and she emails me back right away! I like her follow-up service. I have more to share about Natalie and her treatment..... but this should give you some ideas before you try her service. Thank you for reading my long review:) Natalie Maibenko is professional, polite, hard-worker, fun, and beautiful Esthetician! read more

Unique Verve has the best esthetician I have ever had - Natalie. She is wonderful and loaded with the greatest energy, which puts you into an amazing mood right when you enter the salon. The atmosphere there is very relaxed. Decorations, dimmed lighting, music and beautiful spa rooms make you wanna stay in there forever. I have gotten facials with Natalie quite a few times and honestly believe this is the greatest place around. She really knows what she is doing, very knowledgeable about the products that she uses and obviously, the skin. She examines it for a while, tells you about it and then proceeds to doing whatever has to be done with it. There is no way I would ever trust any aesthetician to work with my face as much as I trust her. Beyond giving you skin whatever it needs for a 100% amazingness, she always follows up to see how skin has been after the procedure. Absolutely love this place!!! It is not so easy to find a good facial nowadays, but by going to Unique Verve, you will not regret it! read more

Just very detailed and focused work. I have tightness is my mid-back and she takes very good care of me. From so many massages over the years I've gotten really picky about what I want. I tried quite a few places in-town before I found Natalie and the quality of her work is what puts her way above the competition. If I had only one word to describe the entire experience I would have to say again that its the quality of the her work that makes you want to come back. read more

Had a facial a few weeks ago. Smaller place on the third floor. Was greeted by the specialist and brought to a room and a questionnaire. Went through the black box experience -- she picked up contraption from the floor, placed on the bed, and asked me to rest my chin inside. Novel and she told me what I already knew about my skin...but it was fun / odd to see my face under a black light. Fell asleep during the facial and was relaxed. Felt a little less relaxed when she was a little too pushy in the sales of her products for my skin. I already have enough skincare at home and I'm paying you a tidy sum for this service, thanks very much. I had an allergic reaction in my skin for the next couple days, which wasn't ideal. Since I haven't seen a definite improvement in my skin, I can't say it was truly worth the investment. read more

I had never experienced such an amazing wax before. I wish I had seen this place before because I would have gone here from the get go. Cristin is a goddess of waxing. I have never been so relaxed during this process before. I would definitely recommend her and this place. She is so thorough that it's just amazing. Cristin also gets five stars. If I could give Unique Verve and her 10 stars I would. I cannot wait to go back. read more

Natalie is very personable and is quick and takes care of business. :) She's really knowledgeable about the products she uses (described some of the components of the wax she used on me). Only thing is the wax she uses made the waxing not seem to last as long as other waxes I've had in the past...But, I'll go back as it's pretty painless. read more

The best! It is an incredible experience to get a facial from Natalie. Besides getting your face needs fully taken care of with vitamins, masks, massages and machines, you might fall asleep and have the most blissful time while there. I wish I could do this monthly. read more

Unless you have experienced it for yourself, you might not understand. One could laugh at the prospect of me describing a facial as "life changing;" laugh all you want (then go see Natalie to get rid of the laugh lines), but it really was just that. Years of experience in the industry, a desire to stay on top of the technology and knowledge, an expert touch, and a genuinely caring persona all make Natalie so deserving of the Best of Boston awards she has won. Prior to the treatment itself, one has a sit down consultation where suggestions are given for adjusting diet and lifestyle to improve appearance from the inside out. The Visia skin scanner (and I think she is the only spa in Boston to have this system) analysis showed damage that the sun and smoking had done to my skin and scared me straight. After 10 years of addiction and sun worship, I am proud to say I have quit smoking and apply sunscreen regularly as a result. Becoming a healthier person is worth 1,000x the cost of the service, and I haven't even gotten to the main event! So without rambling too much (I know, this review is already getting lengthy), here we go! The facial begins with a deep cleanse and exfoliation. Natalie explains the effective ingredients in the pre-cleansing oil, cleansing lotion, and toner as they are being applied. An exfoliating masque is also used. Now the words "applied" and "used" are very basic and do NOT do this procedure justice. When Natalie puts these products on your face, it is with a presence of mind and sense of purpose I would compare to an artist rendering a masterpiece. If "your body is a temple" then Natalie is the high priestess. Seriously. The massage techniques are not just employed on your face, the upper back, neck, and chest are included, making this a truly fantastic experience. The next steps in the facial include high quality products that are already top notch in and of themselves, but to make them better penetrate the skin, ultrasound is used. Next is an Algae mask which is delivered by electric stimulation, allowing the good stuff to get to a cellular level. I am very happy I opted to include the Algae mask on my eyes because I can definitely see improvement in a couple of very unwelcome lines! After the mask is removed, a final moisturizer application is performed. The treatment was beyond relaxing (meditative trance is more like it); when it was over I took a few minutes to regain my balance, and expressed gratitude to the powers that be for what is to be a new part of my life going forward. My mother noticed a difference in my skin immediately, which shows that it really works, as my mother is a "no BS" kind of lady. My 10 year high school reunion is coming up soon and I have the reputation of "cutest" to uphold (as voted by my classmates, not self-appointed). I believe Natalie has put me on the right path to doing just that. I plan on sending many of my 'old' friends this way so they can have the same wonderful experience that I did and feel as good as 'new'! : ) read more

I usually don't leave a review, but my mom and I went to have our facials done yesterday at Unique Verve and had a great experience! I was skeptical whether the facial will really help to improve my skin, because I had facials done before but I was never really blown away with the result. I left her place supper happy with the result! (Totally exceeded my expectations and they are pretty high expectations). I also learned a lot about my skin and ways to improve it. Thanks Natalie!! read more

Had a ton of facials and so far this is the best! I have hyper-pigmentation and saw significant results after the first facial. It has been 3 weeks or so since I started using all the products and my skin is flawless. Super plus that Natalie so sweet. I wish they carried Kjaer Weis makeup. read more

I have been seeing Natalie for about 2 years for waxing and facials. She is simply the best. From the moment I walked into Unique Verve, I knew I would be a long-time customer. The Spa is beautiful and very clean. It is quiet and relaxing. Natalie cares deeply about my comfort and my experience every time I visit. Natalie is very gentle with waxing and always makes sure that you are comfortable. She uses strip free wax and it works quickly and is much less painful. The facials at Unique Verve are amazing. Natalie takes a holistic approach to skincare and my personal results have been incredible. I am using Environ and Osmosis products from the Spa and I now have fewer fine lines and my pore size has improved. I have oily skin and that was a main concern of mine. I believe that with the products she has recommended I will continue to see improvements over time. The facial experience itself is just wonderful (even without all the skin benefits). It's so relaxing! I would highly recommend Natalie and Unique Verve!! read more

This place is amazing! The level of professionalism and knowledge they provide is outstanding. I booked an appointment with Melissa for my first facial with Unique Verve. I have been there before for wax services and was pleased with Melissa's services so I thought I would try a facial with her. She provided me a thorough analysis of my skin type as well as tips on improving my skin and educated me on myths about certain products. The rooms have an elegant ambiance and tranquil music. I found the whole experience relaxing and rejuvenating. My skin had a dramatic improvement just from this one visit. She explained what she was doing at every step which helped me understand their unique approach and superb products. Melissa is outstanding! I purchased a few of the products and will incorporate her tips to improving my skin for the next time I book a facial with her. read more

MEN!!! I AM ONE OF YOU AND YOU SHOULD TRY THIS! I went to Unique Verve because a friend of mine recommended it. I hadn't had a facial in years and figured I'd give it a go and get my skin care back on track. I booked an appointment with a wonderful woman named Melissa. She was very pleasant and helpful while booking on the phone. We started with an overall health assessment. I'm a blue collar guy and she was very clear and thorough with explaining the benefits to my skin through various changes in my lifestyle. We then used this really cool machine that shows what's going on with different parts of my face. She explained clearly how we could treat each issue. Next came the actual treatment. Steam. Hot towels. Shoulder massage. Music. The smells. Everything was so relaxing I fell asleep several times. The immediate results of that first treatment were wonderful. I really felt fresh and rejuvenated. My skin has is looking amazing and it's almost been a week since my visit. I have what's known as folliculitis. Which is basically a predisposition to getting ingrown hairs. Melissa cleared them all up and I've been using her advice to keep them at bay. My facial hair grows very fast. The establishment was was very clean nicely decorated. All that to say this, I plan on going back every so often to see Melissa. My visit to Unique Verve really opened my eyes to the fact that we men need to take care of ourselves just a little more. read more

Just wow! This place is fantastic. I went in for the "First Time Facial". It did seem a bit pricy at first, but it's worth every single penny. I was seen by Natalie, who was very professional, knowledgeable and very friendly. The whole process lasted about 3 hours and I enjoyed every single minute of it. I learned a lot about my skin and got a great service - the best facial ever! I would definitely recommend this place! read more

After changing my initial review from 1 to 2 stars I received another response from the salon. They offered to finally give me a full refund. Sadly their attempt to rectify the situation was too late. The gift card was thrown away shortly after I was told it would not be refunded. It was never about the money. read more

I was never a sun worshipper however I was not someone who used sunscreen on a daily basis either. I heard about the Visia machine that takes pictures of your face to determine where the most sun damage is and to formulate a program/regimen to repair the sun damage to improve complexion. So I took the plunge yesterday. I was certainly surprised at how much the sun can penetrate and damage your skin!!! The facial itself was ultra relaxing. I think I fell asleep a half dozen times Melissa was excellent in explaining each step and has a soothing and spiritual cadence to her voice and approach. I purchased a bunch of products that I will use religiously to help improve my grill!!! Skin feels smooth and looks even... I want it to last!!! Definitely recommend trying this treatment. It's not inexpensive but then again, I didn't get this amazing result from the bargain basement facial from the cheap places. read more

Let me start by saying, I used to hate my eyebrows. In fact, I was embarrassed of my skin for most of my 20's. Three years ago, however, I discovered Unique Verve, and all of that changed for the better. I won't go anywhere else again. Melissa has completely transformed my eyebrows. They are beautiful. She is patient, professional, and meticulous. Not one stray hair will go unnoticed or un plucked. Melissa has an incredible artistic talent and eye. Plus, she is bubbly, confident, and enthusiastic about her career and her clients. Also worth noting, the skincare products offered at Unique Verve are cutting edge and worth every cent. Both Natalie and Melissa are highly educated about the skincare line they carry. While both women are far too professional to push the sale of a product or a service, trust their knowledge and their recommendations. The facials, which incorporate these products, will change your skin and your previous skincare notions. I am far less red and haven't had a break out in years. Totally worth booking your next eyebrow or facial appointment with Melissa! You'll be spoiled and will never go anywhere else again. read more

I am adding an update to my initial review, as I received my results from the Visia analysis portion of the consultation, which reminded me of how interesting this part of the process was. I forgot about it when I wrote my first review since I was so relaxed from the treatment:) To start, I was impressed with the size of the Visia; here I was thinking they were referring to a digital camera, and this is not the case. There is an entire room that is dedicated to this technological wonder. The camera part has an entire console which enables the face to be photographed from the right and left side as well as the center. There is a separate viewing computer where one sees the photos and scores.  This was a fascinating experience! Each picture could be zoomed in and I have never seen my skin in such great detail! I was very surprised at how much underlying redness I had; I was equally impressed that Natalie could tell which side I tended to sleep on, due to there being a greater amount of fine lines!  I do not see that much redness on the surface of my skin, so it was definitely alarming to know the actual extent of the damage. Visia also showed bacteria count, surface as well as deeper layer sun damage and the depth of fine lines/wrinkles. Natalie also let me know that the photos are saved and can be retaken in the future to track results, which is very exciting! In conclusion I was very impressed by Visia. Their First Time Facial is quite lengthy (3 hours) and may sound expensive, but it's worth every penny! read more

"They should hire people who can stand by the phone. I need to make a reservation and I called few times but no one answer my phone. And this is not the first time." Ok, so Natalie just called me and said she sorry. It just miss understanding. Few days ago I called them to make reservation but I only picked the day and put my name because I left my credit card in the car, somebody who I talked to (I couldn't remember who's her name) promise me to call me back to get my credit card number (after we missed each other call) but I didn't get a call until today. I tried to call them today but again no one answer. I wrote a review today before we finally talked. read more

This is the best place to get waxed in Boston and Cristin is truly AMAZING at her job! They use a great hard wax (no terrible paper!) and Cristin is an expert at minimizing the pain. She is a true professional and really cares to do a good job each and every time. In addition to her waxing skills, the salon is pristine and has an incredibly relaxing atmosphere. When I'm there I forget I'm even in a city. I actually relax and unwind while I'm getting waxed...really....that says something. Go to Cristin for a wax and you will never want to go anywhere else! read more

Natalie has changed my skin completely. I had terrible skin my entire life and on a whim went to Unique Verve, after a few treatments my skin healed and the redness went away. Not only is my skin incredibly healthy now, but a facial from Natalie is very relaxing - you will swear she has at least 3 hands. I make sure to see her monthly for a facial to keep up the goodness and make sure to recommend her to all my friends. I only wish I had met her when I was 13 years old. read more