FIVE STARS goes to this beautiful New & Improved Walgreen's which looks marvelous! Checkout the…read moreskincare products located on the second floor called "Look Boutique". The one star goes the actual supervisor/sale rep woman with the russian accent (her photo and name posted at the entrance - Mara Forrester). Disappointing that she is a pushy and condescending in her customer service skills. Felt like she was giving me the car salesman pitch. I came in twice which she sold specific products for my regime which gave me allergic reaction, she mentioned I can return for full refund within 30 days, but when I came back in a week she did not want to refund me. I know they make commission so shes a bit forceful or shall I say stalking you. After contacting Consumer Relations for the Walgreen's investment holders, I finally received my refund. When browsing this area just WATCH OUT for the lil ol' russian lady (or con artist).

Yesterday my daughter and I visited for the 1st time the look boutique( which we serendipitously…read morehappened upon while looking for water and purse snacks at walgreens) I was wonderfully impressed by the selection at look boutique (there were items that you'd find @ larger makeup counters and even some far more rare products). When I went Cassie and Natasha were great helps. Often in makeup stores you feel an undeniable tension between the employees (which i'm sure has to do with commission). But cassie and natasha worked wonderfully as a team and my daughter (natasha did a marvelous job on her makeup) was glowing and upon leaving kept looking at herself in any and all things reflective. So I would recommend this attic of beauty to one and all. Me and my daughter will see you again on our next visit into san francisco!

This is a very small shop on O'farrel and Powell that sells knickknacks, souvenirs and San…read moreFrancisco branded presents. There is nothing special about the shop other than how there are so many things crammed inside and the chirpy bubbly attendant or owner, but given how so many area businesses have shut down and disappeared it is rare finding anything else around here. It is near the Tenderloin and all the junkies, but also near the cable car ride where many visitors converge. For California branded items even for children, postcards and other cheap presents this is a good spot. There is another shop with a similar name nearer the water so do not confuse the two.

No idea where these guys got my number, but they're spam texting random people who never asked to…read morereceive any ads from them.

This is my favorite Dee Dee. They have the Japanese skin care I like, for cheaper than Macy's. The…read moreman here was surprisingly knowledgeable about womens' skin care and products. I'm glad they're still open.

I just wanted to give everyone a heads-up about a recent credit card transaction that seemed a…read morelittle suspicious. I came in yesterday and bought two bath bombs--honestly, they're pretty pricey, and you're probably better off going to Lush. But here's the issue: I was charged one amount at checkout, and then about 15 minutes later, my final credit card transaction showed a different amount. It's not a huge difference, but it definitely wasn't what I was initially charged. Totally my mistake for not asking for a receipt. I should've gone back to talk to them about it, but I was already pretty drained from walking all day.

While strolling pier 39, this little store caught my eye. It's cutely decorated with their items on…read moredisplay and areas designated for photos. Now, I made a few visits. My first visit was in the morning and I was able to try their scrubs and lotion (they have a little sink station). They smelled great and my hands were so soft. They stayed soft until the evening when i went back. And yes, I did wash my hands and use hand sanitizer throughout that time gap. The sales people were friendly. Some of them too much so. Upselling is definitely a valued practice here. To the point that it gets annoying and almost made me not get anything. Many phrases of "if you buy two more of these items, I'll give you this for free." So on my second visit i left with a scrub, lotion, and several bath bombs. Easily over $100. Needless to say, this place is pricey. I really am happy with my scrub and lotion. The bath bombs were cute but I wouldn't get them again, for the price that they are. Howd I get lured back again? Sales associate mentioned they were doing free facials the next day. Well, i don't mind paying a visit to the fisherman's wharf on my final day for a FREE facial! Again, it was a play on words. The facial turned out to be just a chance to use their truffoire product. Advertised as a white truffle skin care. Afterward, my face felt smooth. The associate helping me this time couldn't stop talking about how it's cleared up their acne. While i went to eat and walk around, i read the reviews and looked up the original seller. This stuff is expensive but they seemed to be offering it for a deal. Sounds too good to be true. But eh, i splurged when i went back for my final visit. I felt like chum in water cause the upselling turned up to a level 12. It was overwhelming and stressful. I finally conveyed i only wanted the cleanser, toner, day cream, and facial peeling. Does it work?? Well, i have used the products for a month now and I do notice that my pores are smaller, skin brighter, and I've had virtually no breakouts. I do believe the chemicals they use are really potent so i use it sparingly. Along with the fact that it's expensive and I'm not looking to make such a big purchase again. Like I mentioned, the upselling is annoying and so after being persuaded to get more than what i had expressed an interest in, I finally made my purchase. Before leaving, what I assume was the store manager pushed another pitch: because of my purchase, I could choose a free item from their "sister store." Some robot store i can't remember the name of. The "free item" became "50% off," and more lines like, "If you get this, I can give you that." Thinking back on it still makes my eye twitch. I wasn't interested but they insisted. Ended up dealing with more upselling. The free item turned into 50% off and if "if I get this. I can get this. Great deal...etc". Recalling it makes my eye twitch. I finally left but the experience left me flustered. TLDR; here's a breakdown: Pros: Cute and well-decorated store Fun experience trying products Products seem to be high quality Cons: Pushy and persistent upselling Misleading promotions Pricey

I went to the Russian Spa to use a Groupon today. I was a little nervous, because I have had some…read morebad experiences in spas in SF. The two things that make me most nervous are the fear of the hard sell and the fear of being treated with disdain. Either one will unsettle me. My experience at the Russian Spa was so comforting and lovely! The other reviewers are right in saying that Tanya is a beautiful woman, and is also a beautiful person. She was so kind to me and supportive. She made me feel welcome, and safe, while sharing her valuable insights and years of experience. I was impressed by her knowledge, wisdom, and (I need to say again) kindness. Intelligence and kindness often seem in short supply in the world, but not at the Russian Spa. Thank you Tanya!

I went in for a custom facial with Tanya today. She is incredibly sweet, caring, and professional…read more Probably the sweetest woman I've ever met! She really takes her time to get your skin in top shape, and I never once felt rushed. The entire time I was there, she treated me like a cherished friend, not like just another customer. Throughout our session she consistently educated me on how to improve my skin and health, sharing her knowledge from her decades of experience. The facial itself was amazing. Her massage felt great, and the entire experience was lovely. Even the extractions! In the last facial I received elsewhere I was all bruised up after extractions, but not at all with Tanya. I left with my skin glowing and feeling great! Tanya is truly a master at her craft; she even designs her own skin care products. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to look more beautiful :)

The only reason this counter gets three stars instead of two is because I love their products! The…read morerest of my experience here was sub-par by anyone's standards, let alone Kiehls' Stopped in a few evenings ago to pick up some shampoo. I knew exactly what I needed and certainly wasn't bothering the sales gal behind the counter. You could tell she was starting to wrap up a long day, putting all sorts of goodies in large gift bags. I even said something like, "Woah, looks like you've been busy." Her response, "Oh yeah, we're having a customer appreciation day tomorrow." She found my shampoo pretty quickly, so no complaints there. However, when I asked for a few small conditioner samples to take on vacation, she looked at me like I had just taken a dump on the counter. "Umm... no, we don't have any," she said. I asked, "Are you sure?" 'cause sending customers home with samples is something Kiehl's does quite well. Hint: it makes them want to buy more! She made a half-assed attempt to look but anyone could see that she was "over it" (watch this video for an appropriate interpretation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXDpfhehb6I&ob=av3e) Total bummer, since I expect more from Kiehl's and Sak's Fifth Ave. I get better service at Target to be honest... I'll stick to the Standford Shopping Center or the Kiehl's in Terminal 2!

i can not live without my beloved silk groom - just a smidgen for flyaways…read more i've been using it since i was a teenager, stealing it from my mother's vanity, long before l'oréal purchased the company. the labeling is now a little more corporate but the product remains the same. there used to be a time when you could only find this line in exclusive hippie boutiques in marin and sonoma county. sak's counter is always stocked and close to home, super helpful shop girls, and NARS is right across the way for all in one shopping fun.

This gift shop is located on the 2nd floor of the former Westfield San Francisco Centre…read more Based on what I saw, items featured artist renditions of San Francisco as well as pop culture. I thought the magnets, pins, and stickers were reasonably priced ($10.00 and under), but larger items such as bags, clothing, and stationary were quite expensive. There were a lot of cute items that caught my eye, and it was hard to resist! I ended up buying an enamel pin featuring koala and boba ($7.59). *Verdict: Gift shop filled with adorable finds for both locals and travelers!

Located in the Westfield at Union Square, this is a super cute gift shop near Pandora, Zara, and…read moreLululemon. The art style is super cute and specializes in California and SF-inspired designs. I ended up with this super soft t shirt for about $26 -- how adorable!!

What a great little boutique in Ghirardelli Square…read more We went in because of the amazing floral aromas but my daughter (12) found a jelly at she just had to have. We found a lot of great trinkets, candles, perfumes, and even some nice, small jewelry pieces but she wanted the jellycat more than anything else. Shop was clean, beautiful, and smelled amazing.

I give this place two stars only cause the fragrances smell so good. i love vetiver the most and…read moresome other ones. But... i used to work here a year n a half ago lets just say it's a nightmare in so many different ways , first off the "Manager who's what 79 years old (her names Daljit) .... is straight up crazy abusive. would harass me and my coworkers not just at work but my days off and would crazily make things Up to. Not to mention they have a computer from like 1999 they use to ring people on that breaks and messes up sales and had to type sh** it manually which is stressful and takes ages. Nightmare ! please please switch to square for the sake of your fellow employees in the future or current. late review but had to be said. Walked on eggshells each shift. lots of management problems but i had no issues w the sweet couple /owners. just the crazy lady that manages the store hopefully that monster is gone by now n working at home where she belongs.