Skin Essence A Day Spa

01/30/12

beware the upsale

by natesmom at Citysearch

I had the exact experience as the May 18, 2010 reviewer. Every detail, even to the suggestion for the eyebrow wax.

The fact this was 18 months later tells me this is the norm for this place.

04/14/11

Perfect!!!

by PhillipC at Citysearch

Went back last Thursday and had another Microdermabrasion and it was PERFECT!! I could tell the immediate deference in my skin! I waited the 3 days like Lina said and I also bought the home treatment that is safe for pregnant women! I look great! Feel great! Even my husband ask did I setup another appointment! Which I did. Lina took care of my acne, my acne scars, blackheads and smoothness. I will be taking my oldest daughter and I have told my aunt who wants to go also! Thank you Lina, pregnancy can be rough on acne prone skin.

05/18/10

I thought I made an appt for a facial, WOW was I wrong!

by custreview at Citysearch

My appt started 25 min late. Lina recommended Microdermabrasion and Revitalight treatments with no alternatives. She never explained the treatments but did tell me the price. I told her I’m not familiar with these. She said no problem and passed me off to a staff member who performed the treatments. Lina came back occasionally to check and push additional treatments (eye brow wax and tinting which I declined.)

At check out, Lina gave me a sheet of instructions and information on the microdermabrasion. Why didn’t I get this BEFORE the treatment?? I would have declined the treatment after seeing the list of stuff I could not do and must do! Then she said I needed to use their products including the Precleanser, Cleanser, Moisturizer, Eye firming cream, Exfoliating cream, another Cleanser to alternate, cotton swabs (which were $6), and Sunscreen. She handed me a bill for almost $500 ($200 of treatments + $300 of products.) I told them no. I would buy a few products since I just found out I could no longer use the ones I had (part of the Microdermabrasion sheet.) After several times back and forth, I ended up with smaller bottles of some and samples of other. She said when I came back for my next treatment, I really needed to get the other products. What next treatment?? She handed me a pamphlet on the Revitalight treatment (once again, why did I not get this information BEFORE the treatment?) It recommends 6 sessions about 2 weeks apart and then 1 session every 2 months. I could get cosmetic surgery for the price of all of this over the first year! No thank you! Then she tried to push the makeup as I was trying to get out the door.

I understand trying to push your products but the part I can’t get over is how bad and how ugly I felt after leaving this office. I don’t believe she gave me the best advice for me or my skin as I did not want long term continued treatments – I wanted an appt for a 1 time facial to use the gift certificate I received as a present and I really feel she recommends these 2 treatments to everyone.

• Pros: Pleasant staff
• Cons: Doesn't explain treatments, Pushes products

02/11/10

Wonderful Surprise

by Go Pack at Citysearch

Lina's knowledge and her commitment to making sure my my skin for my future; as I approach a big number b-day, is graceful and beautiful. I felt confident that she could help me and felt a genuine concern that I had not felt at other spas. She is the real deal and I highly recommend Skin Essence A Day Spa. Thank you Lina and staff.

• Pros: everything
• Cons: Nothing

11/14/09

Wow! This is the most prestigous Spa in North Carolina

by Terilyn at Citysearch

Skin Essence is the best investment for my peace of mind, extremely well managed skin and a radiance.

I came across Lina a good while back and after recieving the most advanced and wonderful facial that I have ever gotten, I have always kept coming back. There is no other similar spa and skin care business out there that can even come close to the benefits of using Skin Essence. Lina takes the time and shows a true professionalism in studying your skin type, condition and state before making realistic suggestions on how to improve your skin textue, condition and radiance.

I have taken Lina's advice and she has always used the latest techiques, studies and technology in improving my skin. I always look so much more refreshed and well rested after her treatments. You owe it to yourself to go see her. You will never look elsewhere again, I promise.

I owe my complextion and radiance to Lina.

Thank you Lina! You are the best.

It is an honor to have your skills available.

• Pros: Lina will take away 10+ yrs with her expertise in skin care!
• Cons: Wish I had found her sooner...