Botox Botox Botox I've been going here for about a year now. The staff is great and Karen is amazing. Thank you read more

Karen is great at what she does! My go to person for laser hair removal and Botox. Highly recommend this place.

I came in here with my mother and sister. My mother got Dysport and restylane injections in her forehead, I did Dysport for my crows feet and upper lip, and my sister did Restylane for her lips. Juliana was our injectionist and she was absolutely lovely! This was my first time getting injections while mom and sister are veterans. She made it so comfortable and made us all feel so pampered. She's extremely bright and answered all of my (tons of) questions and is so confident. I would recommend her and this establishment to anybody read more

The receptionist had her daughter at the front desk. I wouldn't have minded that so much if she had been attentive. She was more concerned with her daughters homework than checking me in. There was a wet spot on the bed when I went into the procedure room. The laser service was ok, I've had much better. The nurse was pretty casual and not very professional. Last but not least my skin was burned from the laser. If you do come to this spot make sure to double check and ask about the strength of the laser. They can turn it down a notch if it feels too hot. I had a burn mark for a couple weeks after. read more

I love Karen! She's amazing. Always takes care of me! I come all the way from LA just for her. I would never go with anyone else. The place is always clean, they offer amazing products, the customer service is so sweet, and theyre based in an amazing shopping center. I wouldnt pick anywhere else to go read more

I don't get to go that often. When I do Its always a pleasant experience. From the time I schedule the appointment to when I walk out the door Everyone is friendly, and non judgmental. I am a germaphobe and the spa is always clean and sanitary. They are up on all there skills and have the latest machines and gadgets. I have been going to Laser Hair and Skin Solutions for 15 years. Every time I leave I feel so Hot and Sexy. Karen will go beyond her call of duty to make sure everything is perfect. I highly recommend Laser Hair and Skin Solutions for all your skin care needs. Botox, fillers, and laser treatment to remove tiny spots, and red capillaries on the face. The retail products are top of the line. They maintain the skin until your next treatment. Respectfully Lynette read more

NO ACTUAL LASERS TO PLAY WITH! No Star Wars theme either so I was slightly disappointed with that, but still had a fun time.

Karen is absolutely amazing! I was referred to her for a friend for juvederm for my lips and dysport for my forehead. Karen talked me through everything to ensure that these were the right treatments for me. She was so friendly and made me feel welcomed and comfortable. The work she did on me rejuvenated my face and boosted my confidence so much! I definitely will be returning for all my skin treatments! Thank you so much Karen! read more

For effective laser hair removal look no further, I'm a new woman thanks to Karen. I have referred many friends to Laser Hair Solutions and everyone of them thanks me for it. They couldn't believe how much hair they lost after just one session. I'm very pleased with my results as well, I went from shaving my legs everyday to maybe once a month only to get a few stray hairs. I am on my way to never having to shave again, something I thought would never be possible. Karen and the staff are very friendly and they make you feel totally comfortable. the service is excellent, I am lucky to have found this place! read more

I've been going to Karen and Dr. Kojian for YEARS. They have always been super professional and provided me with excellent hair removal and Botox service. I love the relaxing atmosphere of the clinic and understand that if sometimes I have a small wait in the waiting room it is worth it for the quality they provide. If you are expecting to drop by and get rushed in and out, that's not how this place works. Take a break, let your skin numbing cream take effect, and just chill....you will be thrilled with the results! read more

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It's always scary to go to a new place for Botox, but the lady at the front desk and Jodi were amazing. The salon is cute and clean and my whole experience was great. Totally recommend. read more

This was my first time seeing Karen Welsh, RN for a procedure and I will definetly go back to this First Class Establishment. Thank You so much, I am so happy with the result. Helga read more

I went to Karen about 10 years ago for laser hair removal, and she was wonderful and I loved the business and my results. I booked again and spend $4000.00 on 10 treatments, and all the hair grew back, and Karen was continually unavailable and scattered. I often had to wait 30 mins, one time 45 mins after my appointment time to get the procedure, and I could hear Karen chatting away on the phone. Sometimes they would overcharge me on the procedure, even though the price was written down on my file, and I had to argue to get them to keep to the price. One time I came for a session and Karen missed 50% off the area, and I had to come in 3 times and have 3 conversations to get any kind of accountability. Now, I am the fool for sticking around. But it was the experience 10 years ago that kept me thinking, could it really be this bad??? And the answer is yes, it is terrible and I wish Karen retired about 2 months before I came back, so I could remember this as a good place to go. But don't be a fool like me, its a terrible place, go anywhere else! Notice there are almost no recent reviews. read more

Love Karen! She's great at what she does. This is a very Reasonably priced Med spa with amazing results. People always say I look like I'm in my 20's. At 36, I'll take it! My Botox and fillers are well placed and natural. I would defiantly recommend Aptos laser over any other med spa in town. Best of the best. read more

Went here after my friend had recommended Karen (and I was becoming dis-enchanted with Monterey Bay Laser). I scheduled an appointment to have my chin and sideburns done. When I got there I was told I would need to use numbing cream so they slathered it on and sat me in the front for a little bit. She then took me into the room and proceeded to run the machine over my skin. Its a different machine (cant remember what its called) and much faster then the one MBL uses and I was pleased it worked so quickly. She also does little "extra" areas like cheeks, etc and does not charge additional. I left a satisfied customer UNTIL the next day when I noticed small burn marks all over the left side of my face. It looked exactly like little chicken feet. I called Karen very upset and was told it would fade. 2 days later It still had not faded so I went into the office to have them look at it. They were shocked at the shape of the burns and thought maybe a piece of hair got stuck in the machine causing it to burn on top of my skin every time they zapped me. My first thought was "if your a professional shouldn't you have periodically checked the machine to make sure that doesn't happen!". She gave me some very strong hydroquinine lotions to fade the marks but it was stronger than prescription strength and there was no way I was putting that on my face. She said she would give me a free underarm session for the trouble but there's no way I will ever let her touch my skin again. read more

Will never go back, as I ended up with burns on my face after one laser hair removal treatment.

All I can say is Thank You - Thank You! This place is the best their is . Everyone is so friendly, Karen is an Angel. She takes her time, always makes me feel welcome.. I simply love, love coming here. The place is really clean, professional. The BEST!!! read more

Karen is thorough and my hairless skin is so nice!! I'm so happy with the results.

Karen is absolutely amazing! I've been coming here since 2012 and originally was just getting Botox, then moved to getting Botox and fillers recently. I'm now considering getting laser hair removal from them. I paid thousands of dollars for laser hair removal at Monterey Bay Laser Aesthetics and got COMPLETELY RIPPED OFF. The staff was friendly, but Dr. Smalls was like a car salesman pushing me to buy more and more. After the thousands I spent on laser hair removal for my legs below the knees, and my Brazilian area, I now still need to have Brazilian waxes and shave my legs. Granted, my leg hair is finer and patchier now than it was before, but the laser hair removal on my Brazilian area was a complete waste of time and money. I plan on scheduling an appointment at Laser Hair and Skin Solutions for another round of laser hair removal, and will continue to support this business!! By the way, Karen is an absolute genius and I have never had a bad experience there. I ALWAYS have excellent results, and now hope to write another review after I have the laser hair removal done by them :) read more

Had a wonderful first visit at this lovely salon in Aptos. Karen was very informative and took a lot of time with me at my first appointment and is very knowledgeable in her field. Also great value for her services which is hard to find in this industry! Thanks Karen! read more

Loved trying out the laser hair removal here. The RN who did my treatment was thorough, friendly, and professional. She explained what to expect and answered the questions I had. I am definitely going back for additional sessions and highly recommend this establishment! read more

Absolutely love Karen and everyone that works here. I wouldn't go any other place for Botox. Also, if you have any brown spots, arms, face, legs, Karen removes them. Best thing I've ever done. Brown spots gone. My best friend also went to Karen for laser hair removal. She loves it. Totally worked. Thank you Karen and Laurie. You really treated us well. read more

This is my favorite place for filler and Botox. It seems to last twice as long as other places I've been and the owner Karen is smart , funny and nice. She's saved my lips ! Being 60 they look smoother but natural ,better than when I was 40 I think. And she took away my nose bridge wrinkle. It's all good :-) and comparable prices great location and relaxing waiting room, friendly staff read more

If you're new to laser, book your appt with Karen! She is amazing and left my skin looking amazing after a couple hours. She did everything exactly how I wanted so now all my appts are with her. It was a fast and easy and she knows what she's doing so you feel more comfortable. My first time I didn't know what to expect, so I booked it with Juliana whom irritated my skin super bad, she did jobs on me that I didn't wanna get done, took her time but still messed up, and it was a lot more painful. Other than that, I love laser hair removal and the results! I can't wait for my next appt :) read more

Have been to see Karen twice for Dysport on my forehead and the work she does is flawless! Am very happy with the results! I very seldom write reviews so I mean it when I say she doing an excellent job. The front office staff is very pleasant and helpful and the office very clean and relaxing. I am looking forward to another visit next week!! read more

I've had a few treatments of laser hair removal and the results have been great! No hair, no stubble...just smooth skin! One of the best investments I've ever made! read more

I had a wonderful experience at Laser hair I had my legs and bikini laser and it was fast and the results were amazing the thought of never having to shave is again is a dream come true! Karen and her staff were very professional and the Medical spa was very clean with great products, I bought some wonderful SPF for my face and some vitamin C serum for my face which I love I also bought some Latisse for my eyelashes and after a month they have grown a lot I look forward to my return treatments I would give Laser hair an A+ all around read more

I have been seeing Karen for laser hair removal for about 2 years now and let me tell you, it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. My Mom has been going to her for years and recommender her. The office is clean and professional, the front desk staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. I now live in Santa Barbara and I have been to 2 different facilities down here but nothing compares so I wait for my visits home and they are always able to squeeze me in for an appointment. I have had treatments done on my armpits, face, bikini and even a full brazilian treatment. Yes, laser hair removal can be pricy but Karen is extremely fair and will usually offer package deals if you are doing more than one area. And yes, it can be painful but since they got the new laser its much less painful. She is very personable and the sessions go by fast since we usually spend the time catching up. If I could give more stars on the rating I would!! read more

Karen is extremely thorough! I had a Brazilian laser hair removal treatment and I couldn't be happier. Positive results after just two treatments. Now I have had four and the skin is completely smooth and hairless in between treatments! I am now moving on to getting my legs and armpits done as well because I couldn't be happier with my results. I actually moved and have continued to come into town just to get treatments done. I have referred multiple friends of mine, they were all just so impressed with my results! read more

Been going to Karen for years. She is excellent, knows what she is doing and I wouldn't go anywhere else. The office is clean and welcoming. I have been very satisfied with my treatments. read more

Karen is competent, knowledgeable, and really knows her trade. I have been going for a few years now for both hair removal and treatments on my face. The results are astonishing and all of the staff are wonderful. It is a clean atmosphere and I always feel very comfortable. I would whole-heartedly recommend Laser Hair Removal to anyone. read more

Note: I posted this review - with 5 stars - on April 6. It was filtered by Yelp. If you scroll down to the 'Filtered Reviews" section and open it you will find 19 five star reviews and 1 four star review for Laser Hair and Skin Solutions - ALL filtered out by Yelp. What's up with that ? " Karen's Magic Machine " Karen has a brand new, state of the art Laser Hair Removal Machine. The results are amazing. It has an Alexandrite Laser (yes, I asked her what the laser was) and emits a small cryogen blast with each laser pulse that makes the treatment virtually painless. She programs the machine with your skin type, hair color, etc. and gets a personalized laser power setting, just for you. Karen provides personalized care and goes the extra mile for you. I'm treating a new area now and after the first treatment, the results were incredible. A second treatment has virtually eliminated hair from the area. I'm thinking a little time for regrow of those pesky hidden follicles and one more treatment will do the trick. Great results. Awesome results. I've gone to San Jose in the past and treatments were painful, expensive and frequently unsuccessful with impersonal technicians. Don't go over the hill, go to see Karen instead !!! In case you are wondering, I am a light skinned person 'blessed' with a family hirsute gene that terrorizes about 50% of the female family tree. Working with Karen has been wonderful in addressing this issue. read more

Awesome place - the entire staff is thoughtful, kind and professional. My results after just two sessions are amazing. I will be going back for more areas without a doubt! read more

Love this place and their work is outstanding! Jodi was amazing and took great attention to help my friend who had never had injections before. She is so pleased with the results and looks like she's 20 years younger! Thank you gals for taking care of us and walking Janice through the process. You're amazing! read more

I've had terrible filler and botox experiences in the past, and was reticent to go through it yet again, until a friend suggested that I get my work done by Karen, at Aptos Laser Hair and Skin Solutions. I decided to give Karen a try. Karen is AMAZING. She's a real pro, who knows what she's doing. She has a keen eye for symmetry, knows just how much product to use, and knows exactly where to place it, so that the results are just what you asked for. Not only that, but she, unlike any of the aestheticians and plastic surgeons I've had work on me, stands behind her work. She is also very personable, a very kind soul. In addition, their prices for services are the best that I've found. Very reasonable. I LOVE this place, and adore Karen. Give her a try. You will NOT be sorry! read more

I showed up at my scheduled time for a consultation and waited 25 minutes to be seen. The reason i even made the appt was to research my options for dealing with sun damage. I was seen for less than 5 minutes when the nurse was pulled away (for another twenty minutes). Then she pops her head in and says, "shall we set you up for some Botox? I'll send my assistant in. I have to go see my other patient now". I wasn't even interested in Botox. I was so disappointed. What a waste of a precious hour of my life. read more

I love Karen, I have very sensitive skin and spend so much $$ on special razors and special creams to help razor burns, in grown hairs from waxing and even facial stains from bad waxing. She's always been fair with cost and personable. I have referred so many people to her and everyone has been happy with their results. I love that is close by and she's a nurse vs. some unlicensed regular employee like the ones in San Jose. read more

First foray into the med spa world. Lovely medi-spa environment. Professional but not intimidating. Karen was very business like and procedure was as painless as possible. They also carry lots of stuff you normally have to go to your derm to get like RetinA and Latisse. Recommend! read more

Karen does a great job with the b. treatment, but the review about the wait is true - schedule to be the first appointment if possible to avoid that. read more

We use to do electrolysis (which is much more painful, WAY longer and slightly more expensive) just to be in a safe place. Finally we were told about the Laser process and suggested to go to the one in Aptos by a local nurse. We called and immediately felt welcome and safe, the honest and professional receptionist informed me they couldn't price anything over the phone but would love to have us in for a free consultation. They had appointments open all that week. Within 10 minutes of being there we were convinced this was the best way to go, not only was the price VERY reasonable, but the time it takes to see progress sounded amazing. Then when we come to the 1st appointment It only took 10 minutes, it was super cool to watch and within an hour the skin's slight redness had gone away. I highly suggest looking into this particular business if you're curious, their knowledgeable staff always returns any messages or questions within 24 hours and seem happy to do such. Trans friendly/safe. read more