March 11, 2026 | Marina del Rey | I love this Sephora location! I've been shopping here for years!…read moreThere's plenty of parking, shared with other nearby shops and restaurants, it's always neat and tidy inside, and customer service is incredibly friendly from the moment you step in, throughout & as you're leaving! Even better, it's near my favorite Ralph's that I like to shop at for groceries! The area is a one stop shop!

Great Sephora location!!…read more Parking is free and usually available, but the Waterside MDR can get pretty full during peak hours and in those cases parking can be rough. When no parking in lot, makes it really tough since no close street parking nor other lots. Always greeted warmly by front entrance greeter and asked if we need a basket. Overall staff are usually friendly and very helpful. Mostly good selection and stock is kept up pretty well.

I have become a diehard Ultq fan, and you will probably never catch me shopping at Sephora again…read more In comparison, their customer service and welcoming staff run circles around their main competitor. Today I purchased a couple lip products which were easy to find since the store is divided by brand and product. I was also thankful to the staff for helping with perfume recommendations as an inexperienced buyer. For your next makeup, hair, and fragrance need, I recommend this location.

I was on a mission when I went for hair paste. I don't like big stores like this because I have no…read moreclue where to start and quickly get overwhelmed. Well, a lovely young lady, Asia, immediately greeted me and asked me if I needed help, which I did. I explained what I was looking for and she took me straight to the section. We discussed the options and she suggested one that she actually uses. I also ended up finding a product that I hadn't been able to find for the last couple of years! Another very pleasant young lady rang up my purchase and off I went, a very happy customer. I definitely recommend shopping here for good service. I was in retail for decades so I do appreciate it when I get it.

I had never been to Bluemercury before and have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. Not only by the…read moregreat products they carry but the customer service at the Marina store is outstanding. Kilee helped me and she went above and beyond (so rare these days!!). I really needed help finding a quality skincare line that I wouldn't be allergic to. Kilee really took the time to hear me and was extremely knowledgeable about the products I wanted information on. I would highly recommend this store. And kudos to whoever hired Kilee!! She's a keeper!

I used to love this place. I was a weekly visitor and loved seeing Carol and Sadie. I just went in…read moreand was treated so coldly and given the nastiest looks by KAITLIN. As someone who has spent hundreds and hundreds of dollars there, I find this treatment to be abhorrent. I was offered no help and treated like I was a nuisance. I will only be shopping online from now on, if at all. Because this experience was abysmal.

Ruth is the best! So patient and knowledgeable on L'occitane products. I'll come back to shop here…read morejust because of her kindness! Thank you :)

Great and helpful staff. Ran in a few weeks ago for a quick gift and was greeted by everyone and…read morehelped as necessary. Love the ease of location here and the shopping center usually has plenty of parking. In and out experience with the help of three sweet ladies!

I am a big fan of Le Labo and discovered it in NYC around 2018 when Santal 33 was the rage. Now I…read moreprefer the orange blossom scent since everyone started wearing Santal 33. My tastes have changed over the years and steered away from woodsy scents. I still love the mandarin and hinoke shower gel I use every day. This store is larger than most and has a Photo Booth and cool pix on the outside.

If you love fragrance, you'll love Le Labo. I smelled a great perfume on someone yesterday and went…read moreinto the Venice store today. I love the Rose 31 and have been using it for years. Today I was able to buy a small sample bottle of #13 (samples are $7, small bottles are $110) which is the new fragrance that I'm obsessed with. I also love the body lotions. The only downside that I've experienced here is that one time I got a gift of a body lotion in a fragrance that I didn't like and I was not able to return or exchange it. If I buy gifts from the le Labo store, I always make sure to ask the recipients what fragrance number they use as I don't want them to have the same experience that I did. You can also buy the Le Labo fragrances at Nordstrom and it's an easy return if it's not right. Sales staff is very knowledgable and I can't wait to start trying my new #13!

When you are planning to shop here, and you should, give yourself a pep talk on patience for…read moreparking because it's chaos. There were two ladies in the shop that immediately greeted me and I was actually there on a mission so I asked for help. I was lead to the section I needed and the saleswoman explained the difference of the products and which one she thought might be best for my needs. I really appreciated the help and did purchase her recommendation. When the need arises, I'll definitely be going back.

Sarah is absolutely amazing! She will help you find anything you need and give great…read morerecommendations. Although it's small, they have great niche brands on top of the well known ones.

I've recently moved into the area from New York and visited the store with my friend since we were…read moreexploring my new neighborhood. I've always loved Aesop products and love to visit their store but never purchased anything (until this visit). I would say a lot had to do with the genuine encounter with the sales rep, Astrid who was very knowledgeable and intentional with the products they recommended. They were very attentive with what scents I was into and what would complement my style. The whole experience was so lighthearted but also very informative, Astrid knew what they were talking about when it comes to scents and even aesthetics. I barely write reviews so this means something to me, the vibes were *chefs kiss* thanks Astrid!! I can't stop thinking about this hand soap that sits on my kitchen counter, the texture, the scent the feeling it leaves on my hands.

I was visiting my best friend who just moved back to Cali from New York, and since she lives about…read moreten minutes from Abbott Kinney, we wandered through a few fragrance shops. I'd already bought some samples at another store, but the service there was pretty hands‑off. As we walked by, something about the aesthetic caught my eye, but it was the inviting scent -- the kind that makes you want to linger -- that pulled me right through the door. I complimented the representative, Astrid, on how incredible everything felt the moment we stepped inside, and he immediately brought over a candle for me to try. From that moment on, he stayed with us and walked us through candles, hand soaps, hand creams, and fragrances with this calm, attentive energy that made the whole experience feel unhurried. One of my favorite parts was the hand‑washing station right in the middle of the store. I didn't even realize it was functional until my friend started washing her hands mid‑conversation. Astrid invited her to try the Reverence Aromatique Hand Wash, and as he was describing the texture, the exfoliation, the creaminess -- I couldn't help but join in and see for myself. The scent, the hand feel, the way it exfoliated without drying my skin at all -- it was divine. He followed it with the Eleos Aromatique Hand Balm, which complemented the soap so well it felt like the two were meant to go together. At one point he even joked about the working shower they have in the back stocked with product, which made us laugh. With my background in sales, I can tell you he's genuinely talented -- personable, kind, knowledgeable, and somehow persuasive in the most subtle way. I didn't feel pushed at all, but I absolutely felt sold. I was genuinely compelled to buy some of the products based on the interaction with him alone. I bought the hand balm he recommended and have been using it nonstop, while my friend grabbed the Reverence hand soap. But I can't stop thinking about that hand soap -- I took a picture of it so I'd remember exactly which one I'm coming back for. I also felt genuinely seen by Astrid -- like every curiosity had space and every question was met with intention. Meanwhile, Le Labo down the street was overwhelming: so many scents, little to no input, just "what did you like?" No journey through the notes, no sensory experience, nothing immersive. After that, the difference was night and day. Aesop actually feels like they care about the experience -- and having someone like Astrid on the floor proves it. Honestly, after reading some of the existing reviews, I realize my experience at Aesop was completely unlike the negative ones -- I went in expecting nothing, and they exceeded everything, enough that I had to sit down and write a review.

Down along on Abbot Kinney is this amazing store. Perfect place for a treat yourself or gift for…read moresomeone's birthday. The store is clean and relaxing. The staff were warm and welcoming and helped my friend find the product she was looking for to get a refill. My favorite is the Stress Release oil that they let you trial. They put it on the back of your neck and you can feel it work it's magic as it relaxes you and gives off a nice scent. Love having this on hand for myself but also makes for a great gift for friends and family. Fairly priced for the quality that they are offering!

Discovered this beautiful Saje when Michelle Robinson from the Venice Public Library led a Behind…read morethe Scenes Walking Tour of Abbot Kinney. Inside, there's a calm, relaxing vibe. We were invited to try many of their items, but the one that totally blew me away was the Stress Release Soothing Oil Blend Roll-On ($36). After testing it on the back of my neck, within seconds I could feel my whole body unwind. Yes, it's pricey, but it works! Loved the variety of essential oils, too. Their cute bundles make a great gift. If you're on a wellness journey, hit up Saje!

Incredible experience. I had a last minute need for a costume and was nearly completely at a loss…read more Dawn was INCREDIBLY resourceful at helping me find exactly the wig & supplies I needed for my event. At first I was concerned I wouldn't find a quality wig which can be hard to do. She noticed me struggling and found the PERFECT wig at an affordable cost within a couple minutes. I will definitely be back for any future costume needs!! Thank you, Dawn!!!

Amazing customer service. Went above and beyond for me and super friendly people. They have…read moreeverything! Would definitely be coming back.

Albion Gardens was one of the most relaxing spa experiences I've ever had. I arrived a little…read morehungry, so I grabbed a spicy tuna onigiri and a strawberry matcha from the café before my appointment--both were delicious. My skincare specialist was incredible. The facial was so relaxing that I actually fell asleep twice! Her touch was unbelievably gentle, and she worked the products into my skin so effortlessly that the entire experience felt like a face massage. I left feeling refreshed, pampered, and with a few skincare products to take home. Honestly, I'd stop by again just for the café alone, but the spa experience made it even more special. I can't recommend Albion Gardens enough.

Came here for a pop-up with kintsugi! It's a beautiful space and everyone here was lovely…read more The workshop included onigiri and a drink from the cafe menu. The tuna onigiri was alright, but the chicken one was addicting. So much more flavorful. I also tried the cream soda in the strawberry flavor and it was AMAZING on a hot day of walking around. I was probably annoying everyone in the workshop by sipping on it every few seconds. We previewed some of the skincare and makeup there. I definitely want to try a a facial here sometime!