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I made the decision to have my breat augmentation after years of careful consideration. Like many...
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I made the decision to have my breat augmentation after years of careful consideration. Like many women, I never thought I could actually go through with it until I saw Dr. Del Vecchio's work with my brother's girlfriend. I was amazed that he took this patient from basically nothing to a full, natural-looking D cup. From that moment on, I was sold. Seeing how wonderful she felt and the confidence she had in Back Bay Plastic Surgery gave me the courage to move forward with my decision. I can guarantee that had I not seen her results, I would still be wearing my padded bras, sitting around forever wondering "what if..."
Being from NJ, there are plenty of competent surgeons to choose from in the metropolitan area. None of the results I had researched - from even some of the most prominent doctors - impressed me as much as Dr. D's, especially considering the value of the quailty of service and safety that I was treated with. I knew the trip up to Boston was worth it; I had to make sure that I was putting one of the most important choices of my life in the hands (literally and figuratively) of someone I could trust.
It's been almost a year since my surgery and the only regret I have is that I wish I'd done it sooner. My body finally looks and feels balanced, my mind is at peace with the comfort of knowing I made the right choice for my personal happiness. I have virtually no scarring left; I had an axilliary incision procedure. My breasts have the look and feel of natural breasts, which for saline implants is very rare unless you get a surgeon who does great work, which is what you will get if you choose Dr. D.
Let's face it; there are a lot of bad plastic surgery jobs out there. Don't be a casualty! Do the best thing you can for your body and spirit by choosing this surgeon.
Pros: Premium results & excellent customer service
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If you're looking to escape from the winter blues, head over to Guiliano Day Spa which specializes...
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If you're looking to escape from the winter blues, head over to Guiliano Day Spa which specializes in treatments that make patrons feel like a million bucks. Specialty packages include wraps that could make you lose 10 lbs instantly, scrubs to even out skin tone, and hot stone massages to heal you physically and spiritually.
Also excellent are the salon's hair stylists and spray tan applications. You will look like you've just come back from a vacation once you've spent a few hours inside this spa.
This spa's aptmosphere is so aesthetically pleasing and relaxing that customers may forget they are in the middle of downtown Boston. Prices are reasonable (especially considering the area) and the staff is excellent.
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I had neck and back pains that lasted for years and nothing seemed to help. A friend recommended...
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I had neck and back pains that lasted for years and nothing seemed to help. A friend recommended acupuncture. I was at first a bit hesitant but decided to give it a try. This acupuncture clinic is in Downtown so it was convenient for me. Dr. Chen was very experienced and professional and explained everything clearly. After 12 sessions my pains were gone. I highly recommend this clinic if you want to give acupuncture a try.
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Studio For Hair
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Beauty Salons
464 Commonwealth Ave
Boston,
Massachusetts 02215
(617) 262-2029
I can't say enough good things about Studio For Hair! The two owners, Agostino and Antonio, are...
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I can't say enough good things about Studio For Hair! The two owners, Agostino and Antonio, are both extremely skilled at cutting and coloring, and the salon itself is pretty no frills. They are both always running on time, even on Saturday, and are both completely honest about what is the best for your hair and your appearance. The only negative is that there is no convenient parking, although it is located on the green line.
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Safar Coiffures
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Beauty Salons
235 Newbury St
Boston,
Massachusetts 02116
THE BEST! EVERYTHING!
Pros: best haircuts
5 months ago
THE BEST! EVERYTHING!
Pros: best haircuts
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Etant
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Day Spas
524 Tremont St
Boston,
Massachusetts 02116
(617) 423-5040
Etant is so much more than a spa it is a healing center. From the moment I walked in the door I...
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Etant is so much more than a spa it is a healing center. From the moment I walked in the door I felt welcomed, safe and appreciated. There is absolutely no pretention. I called for a facial appointment at the last minute on a Friday night and the staff made a great effort to accomodate my needs. The quality of the facial was supurb and my skin has never looked better! I highly recommend the Etant experience to anyone who is seeking a place to nurture their spirit.
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Blu Salon
Category:
Beauty Salons
118 Newbury St
Boston,
Massachusetts 02116
(617) 892-4304
I was tired of my old stylist not giving me any new suggestions so I looked up some salons and...
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I was tired of my old stylist not giving me any new suggestions so I looked up some salons and ended up at Blu. This salon was cool and relaxing. The staff made me feel totally comfortable. My appointment was with Kayla and she gave me two totally different takes on what I could go with for a new style. I felt comfortable enough to let her decide and now I have a look that is all my own! Thank you so much I love it!!!!!
Pros: Great view of Newbury street, Not Newbury Street prices
Cons: No tip on credit card
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Etant
Category:
Beauty Salons
524 Tremont Street
Boston,
Massachusetts 02116
I moved to the South End about a year ago and discovered this jewel was around the corner from my...
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I moved to the South End about a year ago and discovered this jewel was around the corner from my home. I was a little nervous to try a new place at first, but am SO glad I did. I will never go to another spa in Boston again!
Randy is a massage wizard - I have never had a better massage, and I have had plenty of them all over the US and other countries.
Their Estheticians are fantastic as well - I usually just book whomever is available, although I have to say.... Dena gives the best bikini wax - doesn't even hurt (ok, a little, but nothing compared to what it could!).
They are all so warm and fuzzy - I always leave with a smile! I am so proud to be able to support a neighborhood business like this - and so happy I walked into their doors a year ago!
Pros: Warm, friendly, accomodating and fantastic staff
Cons: none
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Jean-Pierre
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Beauty Salons
116 Newbury St.
Boston,
Massachusetts 02116
I went to Jean-Pierre about 5 weeks ago for the first time. I went to Sam Alter because of all...
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I went to Jean-Pierre about 5 weeks ago for the first time. I went to Sam Alter because of all the great reviews I read about him. He was exactly what I had been looking for! He listens to what you want and makes smart suggestions. I came in afraid to go too short, but knew I needed to make a change. I told him that I wanted something fresh but nothing too dramatic because I'm a professional in a pretty conservative field. He suggested that I go shorter than what I had in mind so that it would be more of a change for me...AND...I absolutely LOVE my haircut. It looks amazing curled, straight and flipped out at the ends. It's so fun and still looks really good! I got so many compliments on it.
I've been all over Newbury and just haven't found the right salon or stylist. I've found the one! I'm not going anywhere else! And really, you can't beat the deal and the customer service! Oh and Sam is just so talented and I had so much fun chatting with him!
Pros: Talented folks, cheapest on Newbury!
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After reading these reviews I hesitated to make an appointment at Priscilla, but I am SO GLAD that...
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After reading these reviews I hesitated to make an appointment at Priscilla, but I am SO GLAD that I did. My consultant, Michelle, was very friendly and took the time to sit with me and mom and find out about my personal style and budget before bringing in the gowns. She also explained that she would not bring in dresses outside of my budget without giving me a heads-up so that I would have a chance to say 'no, let's not even try it on.' (And she kept her word on that!!)
With every dress I tried on, Michelle encouraged me to talk about what I liked/didn't like and - when I asked for it - she gave me honest and very helpful comments. She picked up on things like my expression and mood when I had each gown on which, I think, demonstrates how focused she was on finding the right gown for me. When I had a question about changing something on a dress, she asked a manager - who was also extremely helpful and friendly - right away. My appointment lasted nearly 3 HOURS, and everyone remained helpful and patient the ENTIRE time. Now that's stamina!!
In regard to some of the other reviews, I can understand the desire to "go through the racks" yourself and, yes, it is true that this particular salon does not allow much of that. But frankly, if you expect to walk in there with no appointment and just grab anything you like it is your expectation, not the salon's behavior, that is out of line. And in regard to pricing - it's all relative. Priscilla is not the place to find a "steal." Their prices range from about $1,500 to down payment on a house. If their prices don't jive with your budget, that's fine. Realistically, we all have our limits. But think twice before you waltz in there just to play dress up. I can see how they wouldn't appreciate that. No one likes to have their time wasted.
One more thing....the level of customer service IS NOT related to your budget. Mine was modest and they were not at all turned off by that.
Pros: customer service, selection, atmosphere
Cons: parking
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