Love Your Skin

Elsa is fantastic!
If I could give her 10 stars, I would. Most of her reviews are great because she really takes the time to give your skin a thorough look and recommends your best options based on your budget. Some people can really splurge, others have to really pick and choose their treatments as a lot of these treatments are not cheap no matter where you go. I was extremely happy with my oxygen facial, she went the extra mile and added some serums as well to help with my personal skin conditions.
I don’t know what Amajj23 D. is talking about but Elsa is sweet and wonderful. Not pushy with products at all as she knew I was on a budget.
Made my second appt and look forward to consulting with her on my future skin care needs. Glad I found her.
As for as the actual décor, I thought it was nice, inviting, and comfortable. If you want a full on spa experience, then go to a full on spa, but just know a lot of their products have low potency as many of them do not have licensed aestheticians on board therefore they don’t have the license or access to effective products.
If you want someone to really target your issues and work with you, call Elsa!

I’m giving Elsa two stars simply because that’s what my experience was. I first went to her asking about these red marks that weren’t going away. She asked «when was the last time you washed your face» when I said last night I guess that suddenly meant my skin was dry and that’s what why my hyper pigmentation wasn’t going away. Well the thing is, she jumped to an answer as if it was so simple rather than talking about the source of the problem which is the red marks (which isn’t from dryness itself) and then going on to talk about my routine for extra advice. She recommended a product she had, which was good but wasn’t for my problem which was my marks. She didn’t focus on that she wanted to sell something and talk. And after I told her Im pretty set as a college student, she tried to sell me something else. Now When I saw her a month later to do a microdermabrasion which I believed would be a nice facial one hour and 15 minutes long like she said, she talked the entire time about her money problems and how she gets annoyed by people who use living social and other deals at her place (given her money problems). She didn’t do extraction, which look I understand that not all people do this, but I don’t care who you are if you don’t extract someone’s face Before doing anything to it you don’t know skin nor do you care for the clients skin. It’s like mopping a floor before sweeping it. Why??? In what world are we living in where we pay 120 $ to have someone wipe some skin off our forehead and wipe lotion on our whiteheads. It’s not clean nor does it make any sense. Dermatologists want to live like doctors, charging over a hundred to wipe things on someone’s face. They’ve lost it in this country. And it only lasted 45 minutes… get it together Elsa. Your a very grown woman. Your clients don’t want to hear about your problems as your wiping the micro pen on their nose saying «oooo got a blackhead out!» Microdermabrasion do not remove full blackheads. I think you get my point. Very disappointing for a place that is only one room. If you have reasonably standards go somewhere else, or make sure you extract your face and do all that hard stuff first if you don’t like the feeling of layers of product on your dirty white headed skin.

My skin has never looked better! I found this place thru a groupon I purchased for microdermabrasion. Elsa did the procedure and asked if I had any questions or concerns about my skin, which I had. She explained why my skin was not looking its best and suggested a few things, which actually worked for me! I feel pampered, not rushed when I’m there.

I have been to a couple other places before for facials, but I have to say my skin felt the best after going here and having the microcurrent facial. The whole experience never felt rushed and the microcurrent was so relaxing, it felt like a massage. I also got great advice on my skin care routine and I am looking forward to coming back soon for another! Also street parking was super easy and you can actually park directly in front of the building by the main entrance. You don’t even need to park in the street. Definitely a plus!

I went in for microdermabrasion as part of spa week and had a fantastic experience. It is now a full week later and my skin still looks great. I never had any redness nor noticeable breakouts. The pores on my nose are markedly smaller and the fine lines around my eyes seem reduced. I’ve been using the products I bought after my session and can tell that is less dry. I’ll definitely be coming back.

I just finished an extensive facial with a light treatment, and my skin feels so alive! I cannot tell you how much I truly enjoyed Ms. Vasquez’ professional treatment of my skin! I went as part of Spa Week but was treated as if I were a brand new full paying client. It’s a few days later and my face and neck still glow! She’s an expert on everything skin-​related! I will be back!

I tried her newest machine ThermoLo to make me beautiful. Lol! Such great result had my cherry angioma, a skin tag and a few spider vein around my nose removed. The the treatment lasted for 30 m the cost was about $ 100. I think I might try her facial. I found her here on Unilocal,and read the reviews. I’m glad I did.
Ps a little uncomfortable but worth it

So I bought a deal on LifeBooker for a Sensi Peel, but I might as well have paid the full price because Elsa pampered me like a princess. Plus I had a blast just chatting with her. She’s a super sharp lady and definitely knowledgeable about her products. I’ve been to several med spas around the city and received various treatments, but I’m already planning to return in a month for another treatment from Elsa. It’s been 9 days, and my skin is looking fantastic!
If what you’re going for is truly the best skin care experience possible, I’d say Love Your Skin is probably what you’re looking for. If you want the whole spa shabang, check elsewhere. Elsa is a one-​woman-​show with a small space.

Elsa is the best! I have been going to her for 2 yrs now come Feb 2014. When I first went to her my face was pretty bad… she cleared it relatively quickly and now I still go once a month every month because my skin glows!!! She won’t try to sell you the products, but I have purchased the moisturizer and face wash (not cheap) but WELL worth it.
Not only will Elsa make your face look amazing and take care of you beyond belief, but she is very flexible and understanding across the board. Definitely go check her out, you will not regret it!

Do you Love Your Skin? I do now.
Having tons of facials and getting p. o’d after each one with lack of extractions, I came across a Unilocal deal and great reviews for LYS. I booked an appt for an acne facial, since I saw it included more extraction time. I need all I can get for my face, aka Blackhead City.
I drove here during my lunch break and found that parking is kind of a pain. Takes me about 10 min circling to get a spot. I arrive 10 min early because I have PTSD from previous aestheticians trying to jip me for my time. I realize I can’t get in because I need to be buzzed in. I call and no one answers. At this point, I embody Destiny’s Child Bug-​a-​Boo, blowing up this lady every way I can by calling her on the intercom box and on my cell repeatedly. After 5 min of my harassment, Elsa comes out and opens the door, apologizing that she’s still with another client. I feel crunchy (Miamian for embarrassed) and just sit on the little couch right by the door.
While Elsa is finishing up with her client, i take a second to gander at my surroundings. The best way I can describe it is feeling like you’re in someone’s home office, or basement «spa» room. It doesn’t have all the fancy bells and whistles you normally pay for. There’s a little fish tank, electric candles, lots of papers, books, I think a crockpot for warming towels and miscellaneous items in the waiting area. It’s a little cramped and only meant for a guest at a time. I hear Elsa finishing up and going over a couple minutes with her client, so I can only expect the same for me.
She greets me and explains what the facial consists of. She immediately states that I don’t need an acne facial. I don’t have acne! I understand this, but I’ll pay $$$ for someone to get rid of Blackhead City. She laughs and makes me feel like one of her friends, being extremely down to earth and trying to help me out the best way she can.
I lay down and the bare necessities are there: steamer, hot towels, magnifying thingy, headband, etc. No warming blanket, comfy robe or other fancy stuff. Elsa is very attentive and listens to everything I’m concerned about. She quickly analyzes my skin and tells me that I have borderline dry skin! This is the first time I have ever heard such a thing. I was shocked and confused. Have I been lied to my whole life? She then has me feel different parts of my face and explains that I have normal to dry skin and in using such abrasive products, caused it to dry out and overproduce oil to balance itself out. This oil gets trapped in and that’s how Blackhead City stays so populated. She tells me to redo my entire routine, swap out salicylic acid products for gentle oil free ones, ditch masks and hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. She then performed a very, very thorough extraction which got soo much out. I could cry tears of joy at this point. She then mentioned all the products that I could buy at Target or local drug stores, never once trying to hussle me into the expensive private products she used. She finished with scalp and neck massages that relaxed me so much, I didn’t want to go back to work :(.
So excited with this new knowledge about myself, i change my skin care ways and immediately begin to notice a difference. Blackhead City is gone! Sure, I have a few here and there from falling asleep with makeup once in a blue moon or doing errands after I sweat my face off from the gym, but my face looks like a million bucks compared to how it did before.
If you can live without the spa amenities and are looking for professional, knowledgeable and wonderful treatment, then go see Elsa. I’m usually a spa brat and for what I’ve gained, I know I will choose LYS again!

I’ve been on a mission to find a new place for facials. I’m a pretty touch critic when it comes to facials. Thank heavens I found Elsa!!!
Pros:
Super thorough with your skin analysis
This chica can work magic with extractions
Nice facial and scalp massage… Not the wimpy kind either!
Overall a great facial and I’m looking forward to going back soon! Thanks Elsa for making my skin look FAB!!!

Wonderful experience! Elsa is great and knowledgeable about skin care especially ethnic skin which most places are severing lacking. She takes the time to talk with you and understand the issues. Her treatment plans are customized and not cookie cutter. Her studio is welcoming and warm. Elsa has the best personality of any skin care professional I’ve worked with. She is a definite «must see» for all of your skin care needs. So glad I found her.

Not one to usually review, but Elsa is one of a kind and you truly don’t get better than with her. Everything from me having to cancel to her absolute attention, knowledge and detail was nothing less than generous and personable. My skin had become a mess, after seeing her (it’s been two weeks) I have noticeable improvement based on her (awesome facial) letting me know my skin type and what I was using was the opposite of what it is! She’s a real person who seems to really enjoy what she’s doing and it shows. Will be back for sure.

What a wonderful experience!
This was my first facial ever and while I may have nothing to compare this to, I honestly don’t think I could have asked for more.
Elsa is amazingly nice, accommodating, professional, and is just a super pleasant person. I liked the office a lot because parking is easy and the space is cozy and private. The facial itself was great! I admit I’m clueless when it comes to caring for my face because I don’t have particularly problematic skin and Elsa taught me a few things and explained what my skin needs.
I left feeling fabulous. My skin felt moisturized, radiant, and I felt relaxed and pampered. The conversations with Elsa were an added bonus because she’s a sweet and kind person who truly cares… the overall experience was simply the best. As for the price, it can’t be beat! Especially with all the overpriced spas in the city!
Even though I know I won’t be coming back anytime soon because I don’t really see the need for it, the next time I do decide to pamper myself with a facial I will be returning here.

I just had a great facial with Elsa. I already cannot wait to go back, but Elsa’s honesty showed me that my skin is really in good shape. She did not try to sell her products or services yet offered samples I could try out on my own. I do not mind spending a little money to be pampered here or there, but her reasonable pricing makes me want to go back and even try new services down the road such as microdermabrasion. This honesty is not something you see every day in a big city as as first time client. I was so impressed that I decided to buy a facial for my husband because he is not one to attend a salon surrounded by a bunch of women, but his skin could use a bit of cleaning up. Elsa makes you feel so comfortable and spent well over an hour on my skin, I would recommend her to anyone! Thanks, Elsa!

First facial with Elsa — and I’ve already signed up to be a regular! She’s a fantastic person with a great heart — you can tell this is her passion, not just a business. She really gets to know you and your needs, and never tries to convince you to buy her high-​end products. Her prices are extremely reasonable, and she takes her time making sure everything is done just right.
She’s gentle, and oh so clean! She’s extremely cautious about her instruments and her hands being supremely disinfected (she even disinfects her gloves before she touches your face).
THE NICEST aesthetician I’ve ever met! If you don’t go to her — it’ll be your loss, not hers.

I am so happy I found this place. I had such an amazing experience. Love Your Skin is the best kept secret. Elsa is wonderful and I can’t wait for my next visit ! !!!

Elsa Vasquez is an amazing woman with a heart of gold. I bought the Groupon for 1 Microdermabrasion. I’ve never had any facial, or anything done special for my face ever in my life and I am soooooo happy that I came across LYS for my first.
I came in super early (about 15 mins. before appointment time) because I had to take two buses from my apartment and did not want to be late. No matter, I was pleasantly surprised that this little oasis held the wonderful Elsa and her machines for beauty. She started right off with the micro. She showed me all the old skin with dirt and grime that you will never take out even with how many times you wash your face. From the get-​go I told her my recent breakout problem with acne and blackheads in my forehead. I asked if I should have a facial as well to eliminate all these and she said yes, and gave me a discounted price because it was my first time. Super nice! So after the micro, she started steaming my face then after that took about 30 – 40 MINUTES TAKING OUT ALL THE NASTY ACNE, BLACKHEADS, AND CLOGGED PORES!!! I would have never expected such dedication to clean my face. Seriously, with my Groupon, she could have just given up on my nasty blackheads on my nose but she was relentless. She told me this was the reason why she wanted her own practice — because she didn’t want a manager telling her that she can only clean a client’s face for 10 minutes because there’s another client waiting. She made sure that the next appointment after me was in the afternoon because she knew it was my first time and that she really wanted to take time to take care of my skin. And to top is all off, she didn’t skimp on her expensive products, she really made sure to lather thickly on that mask so that my pores would tighten back and my forehead will heal well.
She gave me soooo many tips on what to do, what to buy, and how to maintain healthy skin. She even gave me freebies! I came out with such a refreshed faced and tons of gifts from her! But I made sure that before I left, I already scheduled my next appointment for another micro and facial — and for a special price for me because I said that I will be a loyal client from now on.
I advice everyone to go check out her website. And she is definitely licensed by the state of IL:
Anyhoo, I love her and I am super excited for my next micro and facial with Elsa!

Talk about bang for buck– Elsa is the most fantastic aesthetician at a wonderful price. I found her though a deal on twobuckduck, and now am a regular. The hour long facials are about $ 30 bucks each when you visit her on the regular.
Don’t expect a high end fancy pants experience. What you should expect is a fantastic facial from a kind, caring, non pushy and lovely person. Elsa really cares about her craft. Honestly, once you are on the table and your eyes are closed, you might as well be at the Trump, because the quality of her work is that good.
The location has free parking in the front and is located right by whole foods and Joe’s (where the bf goes for Steelers games and while I get a facial for the price of a few beers and wings).

I am a spa snob… I have finally come to terms with it…
This place is a SOLID 3.5…here are the deets… Pretty sweet deal for the price… book your apptmt on here
Its a $ 35 facial… cant be beat.
The space… its in a huge brick building with lots of other suites. There is street parking in front that is OK… not super easy, not super hard…
The actual studio/​spa whatever you want to call it… well, its like a 2
Its very «chotsky» There are electric candles, which I HATE with a passion. There is a TV that has a video playing of an underwater scene… YIKES. Most of the furniture looks like something your grandma would have. There are nick nacks kind of everywhere, the décor is retro/​old, there is a case of jewelry… I was just trying to take it all in.
There is no changing area, there is a little cove where the table, etc is from the waiting area. Its a space for only one person at a time. The ambiance could definitely be worked on…
I got a smock to go over my bra, kept all of my other clothes on. The actual table was ok. There was no top sheet or warming blanket, which I am used to. So that part was meh.
Elsa is the nicest lady ever. She is totally down to earth and really wants business and talks to you about your face. I think the ACTUAL FACIAL was a SOLID 4. She really did a great job on the facial… not to mention, it was CHEAP!!!
Overall, would I go back… hell yes, but only for a cheap price. The end result of the facial was great but I do like a little bit more of a spa like space/​experience. Dont expect ambiance here because your not going to get it BUT the facial was good quality.