Before & After Skincare Clinic

My mom and I love Before and After! Sarah, the owner, is fantastic and we love all of her staff. If you want an amazing facial you will be happy with anyone there. I have had a facial by Olivia many times and she is fantastic. Karen, who administers Botox, is great as well and will provide you with what you need and ask questions so you feel comfortable about the service you are getting. I can’t say enough about this place as I really am comfortable and happy with the services I receive.

This clinic dilutes the Botox that they use I watched the nurse pretend to open a new box and take out the liquid from the vial. Then diluted it to another, which she injected in me. It stung quite a bit and led to bruising. Stay far away from this run down place.

It worked out that Sarah have me back as a customer and both party now looking to have new start. Sunny is amazing providing professional and thorough service. They deserve an update. Now 3 stars. More updates to come later.

I have been dying to write a review for this establishment. I found it on Unilocal 8 months ago. From the moment I made an interview appointment, the receptionist was kind, knowledgeable and followed through, The offices were immaculate. And to greet me was a petite, beautifully groomed, confident woman who was appreciative I was here, Miss Sarah Lee. It had all the initial ingredients I was looking for in a new beauty care center.
I went because Before & After Skin care were one out of two clinics who offered (at that time) the Venus Laser to shrink my sagging arms. Her prices were actually less than the other clinic and the results were significant. Sonny who took beautiful care of me for my 8 treatments made the time (which I have no patience being from the East Coast :) enjoyable and easy. What a gem she is! In the course of my 9 months experience I had their excellent nurse Karen give me injections. She, and with Sarah always giving her expert eye have completed a beautiful look of filling in just the right amount and leaving those few lines to show my real beauty.
Yesterday I was invited for their free trial of a new machine that takes of aging spots, and softens wrinkles. (which I do not have but you may want yours done) I know this machine called the Alma (I believe) is very expensive so I was impressed Sarah made this investment. There was no pain and it actually was relaxing and felt like a deep facial massage. My skin is radiating and I understand after several more treatments, and time the age brown spots will disappear.
I am bold enough and understand woman’s needs to hear it directly so here is my name and number. Hillary Caston I sell real estate in Laguna Beach you can Google my number so I have no affiliation with this company. Feel free to ask me any questions.

This salon is truly amazing! The care and expertise of the staff is terrific. The techniques to increase circulation to the face, the facial massage and cleansing techniques are outstanding!
Cleanliness is flawless, technique of staff in skin cleansing outstanding and I really look forward every visit!

My friend recommended me this place so I gave it a shot. The price maybe looks a little bit expensive comparing to other places, however I feel it’s very reasonable because of the effect. I had a fraxel, after that my skin became softer and much cleaner! To be honest, I didn’t expect it would work so well! If you have a problem with your skin, have a try here.

Best facial by far！I also did thermage too，all the staff are professional！The price is a little bit expensive，but high quality you can feel and see！

I’ve been going here for the past 2 months and have nothing but good to say about the people here so far. I first came in to basically have a consultation about what they might be able to offer. Sarah sat with me and examined my skin then recommended treatments. First was a package of 3 fraxel treatments of which I’m on my second one at this time. I also signed up for an additional package which included 2 facials, 2 botox treatments and 2 cold sculpturing. I’ve always found the ladies here to be very nice. Sarah has actually sat with me while I was having the fraxeling done. The people here are NOT uptight but they are professional. I’m very happy with Sarah and her staff and will continue to go back here.

I read all the bad reviews about this place but i thought i give it a shot to see what really it is all about. I had my appointment with Sarah and she recommended to give me a lymphatic facial which to me sounds interesting, while she was giving me the treatment, she was nice and professional, she gave me a background about the treatment which she learned from her uncle who practices acupuncture in South Korea. Followed by a cold vitamin c infusion which was totally relaxing. I would definitely go back for another treatment. About the price? I would say she is reasonably priced she offers quality skin rejuvenation and I think you get what you paid for.
Why only 4 stars? i would have given 5 stars only because there’s not enough parking spots, however, all in all i am happy with the treatment and her service.

This place changed my life. I met Sarah (the owner) long long time ago while driving by the area. After many unsuccessful treatments with couple of dermatologist, I decided to get a consultation with Sarah. I had a very severe acne problem and Sarah was ultimately the person that found the solution to my sensitive and stubborn acne. It took a while to see results. So I was a bit discourage at first. However, after 5 – 7 treatments, I noticed a big improvement. Sarah tried many different treatments and masks to find the right one my type of skin. She also, advised me to change my eating habits, avoid unhealthy foods and drink a lot of water. So, after 10 treatments my face was radiant. My family and co-​workers noticed the big change right away. After 7 yrs, I stopped by to say hi. I no longer have acne problems but Sarah noticed that my face was very dehydrated. So, I decided to get a package for 10 sessions and wow, my face looked very youthful after this treatment. Every time I get a facial/​micro, my husband and best friend ask me what I did to my face because It looks very clear and youthful. I am now 37 yrs old and nobody believes my age (I also kept Sarah’s recommendation to eat healthy, exercise and drink lots of water). I will always be very thankful to Sarah because she never gave up on me. Even though she later admitted that my type of skin was very unique and challenging to treat. Sarah and her crew are very professional and help you gain your confidence back.

I just started going to this place and like everyone else I read the reviews but decided to try it out. It’s true if you are looking for a spa retreat with a waterfall and candles everywhere this is not the place for you. But if what you are looking for is someone that knows SKIN CARE and SKIN TREATMENT then this is the right place. I just got back from my third visit and I can really see a difference in my skin. They have given me personalize treatments that my face needs not just one treatment fits all!!! They are great. Very happy

Before and after skin care is one of the best facial clinics I have been too. Would not go to any other place after I received my treatment here and saw improvements on my skin. Its relaxing, friendly, and professional. I recommend this place to all my friends and family. Love this place!

I took advantage of an introductory offer and was so pleased with the facial that I purchased a 10 pack. Sarah and her team are very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. They use state of the art technology and high quality products. I ‘d recommend them to anyone desiring great skin care results.

Before and after offers more than just weight loss but if that’s what your looking for this place is just like any orher hole in the wall place. They don’t help all they do is give you pills and send u on ur way. They call u one timr after ur first payment but then ur forgotten about. I will never go back to this place. I was paying half the amount somewhere else that offered the same thing. Its not what they promote. Its sad becausr I really though they were different. Oh well just another expensive scam I guess

Before & After Skin Care is a small, unassuming med-​spa with a friendly, expert staff. With med-​spas being ubiquitous throughout Orange County, I am thankful to have found a place in which the staff truly cares about my complexion. Sarah (the owner) has been able to create a treatment plan that fits my budget and I could not be happier with the results; I honestly look years younger! Other skincare clinics may offer a more luxurious atmosphere but Before & After has a commitment to solid professionalism, an array of cutting-​edge services and fantastic specials that no one else in the area really matches.

With hundreds of med spas within driving distance, I don’t understand why they think they can afford to offer poor customer service! I came here a while back ago just to get a facial but the front staff thought they could push me around just cause it was my first time trying to get a facial and didn’t really know much. Wrong guy to mess with, I let my feet do the talking and walked right on out.

Before i get started on my actual facial experience here i just want to say they try to sell you a skin care package made up of 8 – 10 treatments for almost $ 2000 before they even get started on you. Of course I refused and said i would not do anything like that until i tried the service first. Boy was i glad i did!
When I first got there i spoke to a lady about my skin and my history. The main reason i was in there was because i have mild acne and that week i had a lot more breakouts then normal and i wanted a deep cleanse and i thought id try somewhere new. So the lady convinced me i needed a facial with some ‘special’ mask that was going to cost $ 135 for 80mins. I wasn’t expecting to pay that much but my mistake for not getting prices over the phone (i was desperate and wasn’t thinking). I normally get a 80min for $ 85
The facial: The facial was good but i’ve had the same results at a cheaper salon. The esthetician knew what she was doing and i was happy with the deep cleanse. So everything was going well but at about the 60 min mark i could feel the lady putting a moisturizer on my face and was getting me up to get dressed? i thought this can’t be right i was told its an 80min facial for $ 135 and now I’m being told to get dressed 20mins early. WTF?
I told the esthetician that i was told it would be 80mins not 60mins and she told me ‘oh but that’s how long it took etc and your skin was dry I couldnt work on it anymore’. I refused to pay the full amount and spoke to the lady i first dealt with and she told me that 80mins is only approximate. That is SO midleading and had it of been 5 mins early its fine but 20mins c’mon! They lowered the price to $ 100 i still tipped $ 20 to the esthetician but boy i wouldn’t be going there again!
Lesson of the day was: Always ask for the price and get more information over the phone BEFORE you go into a salon. AFTER that then you can decide if its worth going there or not.

This spa is amazing for facial treatments. I went to see Sarah (the owner) when my skin was literally preventing me from wanting to even step outside my house. She is more thorough than any other esthetician that I have ever had a treatment from. If you’re looking for somewhere to pop in and out and have some useless cream rubbed on your cheeks, this is not the place. I have paid twice as much for a facial and literally just had them wash my face, slap it around with alcohol, and rub sunscreen on it before sending me out the door. Plan on spending at least an hour or two having your treatment (s) done. They have you lay down on a heated bed after changing into loose pajama-​y clothes, and cover you in blankets to sweat out toxins. Then your face is cleansed, steamed, and though the extractions may not be fun or something you want to fess up to having done, you’ll feel superclean afterwards. Another perk? While your pores are opening up under the steamer, you’ll usually get a vigorous foot, leg, arm and hand massage. Koreans are not shy about digging into your muscles and working out the kinks.
Sarah is the owner and best aesthetician in the shop, so make sure you ask for her.

They wrap you up on a heated bed and then put this gauze on your face before they slather on a thick mask. It’s very Avatar cocoon-​like except no euphoric world of flowers and giant blue people trying to off you via humungous bows and arrows. Just some light classical music playing on the stereo in the background and the sound of aestheticians working away.
It can get a little claustrophobic because it takes a while for the mask to dry so it’s probably best not to drink any coffee of caffeine before the treatment. If I didn’t have to drive home afterward, I’d pop a couple of lorazapam and maybe really find myself in Avatar-​land. Totally kidding. Drugs are bad.
Anyway, its pretty calming otherwise. They massage your feet and arms during the treatment and go to town on your face with all sorts of different exfoliators, creams and gels… all according to the individual needs of your skin, of course.
They’re good at assessing what your particular face requires for beautification. Everyone’s different so I really appreciate that attention to individuality instead of placing you in a «skin type» and then putting all sorts of shit on your face that ends up making you break out afterward. Clearly an experience I’ve had elsewhere, on more than one occasion, in way more expensive spas, no less.
That’s another thing about this place… if you are expecting a luxurious spa experience, don’t come here. It’s not a spa at all. It’s more like a skin care clinic.
Overall, I think this place is pretty great. It’s definitely a full-​service facial and you get your money’s worth. I don’t actually know what that is exactly because my visits were a gift but I’m pretty certain it’s an excellent value.
The ladies are all very nice but all-business…as Korean women usually are. Don’t expect that this is a place where you can pay someone to listen to you spill mindless chatter for an hour while they provide a service for you. Uh-​uh. That is not how Koreans roll… well, unless you’re a Korean ajima (lady) that goes to the same church or something. But you’re probably not one so best just to keep your mouth shut, smile politely and enjoy your facial. Most of the ladies don’t speak much English anyway.

I received a gift certificate to try this place out. Sorry to say, I’m disappointed and will not be going back. I got the aromatherapeutic facial… got lotsa glob on my face, mask, etc. etc. neck and shoulder massages… all good.
Then when I finished, I went to the bathroom to change, looked at my face and I had gray circles under my eye from left-​over eye liner make-​up. WHAT??? I thought facials are supposed to CLEAN your face, obviously, my face is not thoroughly clean if I still have eye-​liner left over. So disappointed, that should always be the first step: CLEAN THE FACE completely. My cleanser at home did a better job than the esthetician!!!