My face felt like baby's bun cheeks!
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
Having had to always work really hard for my money in (poor) nonprofits, I never thought I would succumb to the ever-so-thriving "skincare clinic"/spa industry. But your age changes things, and with my wedding coming up, I thought I’d give facial a try. Now I’m a believer! Thank you Ramona!
Having read good reviews on JB (thanks everyone), I didn’t hesitate to book a facial with Ramona at SkinLogic. I’m sure their other technicians are competent, too, but being a facial virgin, I wanted to play all my cards right. The clinic is located right by Chocolati Café on E Green Lake, and it’s nice, subtle, and professional looking, like a hybrid between doctor's office and minimalist hair salon.
The receptionist welcomed me and checked me in promptly, and after I filled out some forms I was led to a consultation room with Ramona, where we talked about my concerns and skin care regimen. She’s very easy to talk to. Then it was off to the treatment room. The bed was nice and toasty, the room dim and soothing, and the whole treatment – I got the clinical facial with glycolic peel with Ramona’s recommendation – was completely relaxing. Extraction of course hurt a little bit, but it was done quickly and efficiently. The mask application with a brush felt cool, calming and heavenly on my skin after the cleansing and the peel. It was so relaxing in fact I even fell asleep after Ramona left the room for me to get dressed!
I came out glowing, and I felt like I now had a different skin. (They didn't try to oversell me products, either - they made some mild recommendations, if I were to run out of the stuff I'm currently using.) My fiancé (who may not sometimes notice a new haircut) even commented multiple times how good my skin looked, even on the next day!
I’m definitely going back.