Lustre Skin Boutique

I have been going for 3 months for facials and microdermabrasion. I have become a fan. The place is tucked upstairs in a cool loft space. There are two people who would do facial treatments, Jennifer and Erin. I got Erin to start and have been happy with her. The environment is soothing and relaxing and she focuses on using natural products. This place is everything I need to slip in a midday facial. Not quite a big spa place with locker rooms and waiting room, more like visiting a designed conscious loft to see your friend who will also give you a facial.
When I finish my treatments, I usually stop by the juice place downstairs. Perfect!

I’m often skeptical of businesses I find through deals on Gilt or Groupon, but Lustre was an exception. I had two facials with Jennifer and absolutely loved my experience both times. She took the time to listen to my concerns and customized a treatment for my needs. She was patient and attentive and the service was very thorough and relaxing. Not to mention the space is gorgeous — very light, bright and clean. I will definitely be back.

I went to see Jennifer after finding her on lifebooker
Message me if you want the code.
I had an appointment for a facial that I booked online from above.
I showed up and used the buzzer. I realized this is one of those places that its just the facialist and you. No front desk, etc so if she is with another client, it might be a second (learned that from calling like 3 times on the buzzer, ha)
The space is super swanky white and bright. I loved it.
The room/​table is excellent for relaxation. Jennifer asked me my concerns and then told me her plan. She did a Jessner peel and then extractions and massage.
I have to say, the peel took me by surprise. After a few minutes, my face felt like it was burning off. But she neutralized and all was well without me even saying anything.
Hey, I will do anything for great skin.
Next up the extractions. I had some acne that was hormonal and very deep :(She did an excellent job at getting this out. I was really impressed. While she was extracting, I was extremely hesitant because there was a lot of pressure. Alas, this chick knew what she was doing! She got everything under, out. I was extremely pleased. Great massage and pressure for the facial after as well.
She really did a great job. I am definitely thinking about having Jennifer be my new facialist. I think with her skills regularly, I can get rid of some skin problems I have been having.
I am sure after next time, I will be updating my review to 5 stars. I was really impressed with her thus far and hope to continue my love affair with her.

There are just not enough positive words in the world to say about. Jennifer and Lustre. I’ve been going here 7 years and to Jennifer for 5. I have been many other places, in Chicago and on the road when I travel, and it just doesn’t get better than this. Jennifer personalize sand customizes my facials every time, depending on the season, and what’s going on with my skin. She takes her time and always makes it the most relaxing experience. I am on the go all the time and there are few things I look forward to like a facial with Jennifer. It’s 60 minutes of pure heaven.

Wonderful, relaxing environment and Jennifer is amazing. Really knows what she’s talking about and makes you feel very comfortable. Great place!

Love Love Love! As a mom of 3 little ones Lustre was everything I needed today! The last time I saw Jennifer I was getting married, 5 years later she still remembers me. Her new space is inviting and beautiful!

This is something that I’m really ashamed of. Like serious, character-​flaw level action. But here it is: I love Lustre and highly recommend it and think that it is one of the best places, by far, to have skincare things happen to you. And yet I purposefully did not review it because it was a hidden gem and I was scared that if it got too popular it would cease to be the perfect place that it was. And is.
It’s probably because I’ve been traumatized by it happening so many times. A place is great for awhile. Then it gets a write up in whatever blog/​mag, people start flocking, stuff starts changing, and soon all the good is gone.
But that’s no reason not to give credit where credit is due. Because of Lustre, people actually think that I have good genetics. I don’t. What I had was a facial and mild peel once a month for a year. By a knowledgeable and skilled professional who knew what the hell she was doing and didn’t play around (she’s also really nice).
So if you have some problems that you want to start solving, this is where to go. Then, pretty. Sorry not to say something sooner.

I bought a Gilt City deal to Lustre because it was in my neighborhood. I was hooked. I have tried facial waxing, facials, microdermabrasion and glycolic peels. Weekend and evening appointments are available. Jennifer, the owner and aesthetician, is top notch. She is helpful in answering questions and recommending products and services.

I recently went to Lustre for my 2^nd time… and I loved it! I stopped in to have my eyebrows arched a couple years ago and remembered warm and inviting feel. I recently returned because I wanted a facial and needed to select a new line of products. I tried a couple other places, but I was unimpressed by the places I tried. My facial at Lustre was the best! Jennifer worked with me she was exactly what I needed! She was warm/​friendly and I was impressed with her knowledge. We relaxed on the couch for a consult, and she truly listened to what I needed before performing my facial and helping me try some products. The facial itself was phenomenal, and I could immediately tell she knew what she was doing. It was a great experience overall! I will be a «regular».

This place is the hidden gem in the city I’ve been searching for! I dont review alot on Unilocal but I had to share what I found. I am in the fashion industry and have to have perfect glowing skin all the time. I have recently started a regimen of using only organic products on my skin which I would suggest to everyone. I have had many skin issues and by switching to a completely organic regimen my skin has been awesome! Jennifer was so sweet and knowledgable and gave me the best facial I have ever had. I am so happy I found this place and I cannot wait to get my next facial!

I love this place! I started going about a year before my wedding and Jennifer (who is amazing) helped customize a regimen for me. I have done both microderm and glycolic several times and it really helped clear up my skin over the course of a year. Jennifer was very careful with my sensitive skin and the organic products she uses are really great. About 2 months before my wedding I also did a medical grade peel. It did help get rid of brown spots, but not much outside of that so I will probably just stick with microderm. Jennifer is really awesome and I won’t trust my skin with anyone else!

Lustre is fantastic. It’s the only place I trust to get friendly care and top-​of-​the-​line organic facial products. Other spas around town just don’t go the extra mile to research or don’t want to spend the money on good material. If I’m going to go to the trouble to get a facial, I’m not going to have it compromised with toxic or second-​rate stuff put on my face. Jennifer is AMAZING. No attitude, friendly, helpful, and extremely well-​informed on what is clearly her passion. Highly recommended.

I have been going to Lustre for a monthly facial for about six months. I don’t know what I would do without it. Patricia is a talented esthetician and I feel like I get a great deal between the enzyme mask and two others every time. I have been plagued with pimples since I was 12 and I have discovered a good facial is the best way to heal and prevent them. Sometimes our skin just needs some love, and Lustre provides it. I am completely taken with their all-​natural Hungarian product line, Eminence. Every time I visit, I am sent away with a few samples and a feeling of total relaxation and renewal, and my skin is always soft and glowing for days afterwards.

4 stars on my first visit! Jennifer is a pro and somehow managed to make my tired face look amazing after a glycolic peel and microdermabrasion. I found her on Living Social and will definitely make this a monthly occurence. Thank you Lustre!

I will not have a chance to check out their services since they will not honor my living social deal. This is really my only recourse since I am not going to waste more time for $ 40.
Here is what happened: I called to cancel and reschedule my appointment. I specifically asked if that would be a problem since I know some salons have a policy about 24 hr cancellation. The woman told me no problem, so I went on with my day. Later I got a phone call from another woman telling me I lost the appointment and $ 40. I am fine with policies, but how is it fair to inform me after it was too late? They must be the only or best salon in the city to feel justified in being so inconsiderate. Oh wait, there are tons of other salons with great reviews.

Lustre is great! I have gone to Jen for my monthly facial for years and my skin is always glowing afterwards. As a bonus, she always gives a neck/​shoulder and arm/​hand massage during the process, which is always very relaxing as well! The products they use are wonderful and the décor is very cozy — I LOVE this place! I highly recommend Lustre!!!

Great facial in a super cute and cozy little space!
Had the 60min Custom Facial with Cynthia last week… I just wanted to relax during my treatment so I asked her not to give me a play by play of everything she was doing to my face. It seemed pretty straightforward… some cleansing… a mask or two… steam…extractions (which were quick, easy and painless… yay)…and a fantastic shoulder rub. I really liked the products that she used… they smelled great and felt good… I believe it is an all natural organic line called Eminence. The table that they use for facials is incredibly comfortable… it was the very first thing I noticed when I laid down… more like a bed… mmmmmm!
Afterwards…she gave me her opinion of what my skin needed etc… but wasn’t at all pushy about products… which I definitely appreciate… she did give me a few samples to take home of things I was interested in trying… which I appreciated even more :)
I’ve been getting facials for the last 15 years… I’ve had some pretty horrible experiences and some pretty fantastic ones as well… this one falls towards the latter. My skin looked great when I left and continued to look great… their prices are reasonable… and Cynthia was super nice and welcoming but professional.
I will def be back!

We wander around like lost puppies with ingrown hairs and uneven eyebrows to salon after unsatisfying salon. We stop and wonder, «Does it exist? Is there really a place where I can be waxed, extracted and massaged with no attitude and amazing service?» The answer is yes. The salon is Lustre. Your days of worryin’ and wanderin’ are over. This salon is super cozy and you’ll always receive a warm welcome with your unbeatable service.
The custom facial is great for trouble skin, or any skin for that matter. Their skincare line, Eminence, is completely organic and free of chemicals. These products are used for the facials. You will love/​buy them. Cynthia gave me a handful of samples for products she thought would work well with my skin type (the epitome of combination skin), so I didn’t have to buy them then stick them in the ‘not-​exactly-​what-​I-​was-​looking-​for-​but maybe-​for-​another-​season’ drawer. They also do some top-​notch waxing. Of course it hurts, you’re ripping hairs out of your skin, but they’re quick, sanitary and give great maintenance tips. My roommate loves their massages as well, so that’s next on my list.
It definitely beats every other salon in the ‘hood, including the pricier/​snobbier ones. AND you can get 20% off your first service w/​the city search coupon!

I have been going to Cynthia for almost 7 years now. I will not let anyone else touch my face or come near me with hot wax! Her facials are out of this world (the back facial is even better — the most relaxing experience ever) and she does amazing waxes — brazilian, regular and lip too! I have super sensitive skin and she knows just how to take care of it. Her partner, Jennifer is awesome as well. I HIGHLY recommend this place. I have referred all of my friends!

If you are looking for a place to start your skincare regimen this is the place to do it! Cynthia’s facials are out of this world and her Glycolic facials are a must for any one that wants skin that glows!