I had a facial this morning with Leah at Mario Badescu, and she was knowledgeable and very sweet. The facility itself was quite crowded (it was a Saturday morning, after all), but I was taken to my treatment room right on time. This place is super efficient - they have a ton of rooms and many estheticians, so they can take more appointments per day than your average "day spa." I love Mario Badescu products so I was very happy with the products used on my face. I was happy overall with my facial (and the glycolic peel I added on to my treatment) but for the 1 hour and 15 minute procedure, the esthetician only stays in the room for a total of about 15 minutes. She applies whatever products are involved in the procedure but leaves for about 10 minutes in between each step to see her other clients (they usually have 3 other clients at the same time) - and this was not exactly relaxing. I sort of hung out there just wondering when she'd be back. But when you come to MB you have to understand that's how they do things. Don't expect pampering like Cornelia Day Spa (which is like a luxurious country club) - you come to MB because you want a basic, good facial with good extractions and products you can trust. I will definitely be going back - mostly because I liked Leah and the price is right!
Pros: The price is right at $65 per facial.
Cons: They run this place like a factory.
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