This neighborhood gem is definitely worth a visit. It has a solid menu of quality services.

I've been going here for many years. Services are excellent and prices seem appropriate. I always feel well taken care of.

Another update! As I mentioned in my earlier post, Cheryl has cutting edge tools and products to help your skin look it's best. I finally took the plunge and had a series of micro current facials. I was skeptical but wanted to give it a try since I completely trust Cheryl's recommendations. I am so happy I did. The pics attached are a before shot at her salon, then a week after my 12th appointment. The after shot was taken just as I woke up with no make up and a slight hangover. I wanted it to be brutally honest. Wow, I don't know if it translates in this pic but the improvement I see from before and after is really amazing. Just wanted to update my review with even more accolades for Cheryl. She continues to get new state of the art tools and products to help fight the ravages of city life on my skin. read more

Lucid Beauty - Skin Care Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been going to Cheryl at Lucid Beauty for a long time, and will continue to do so. I used to live in the area, but since moving away I keep making the trip back to Hayes Vally. Here is why: Cheryl does my brows and lashes exactly the way I want them, every.single.time. I trust her. She is really really good at what she does. One of the nice benefits is the great conversation. I always love how Cheryl actually cares about her clients, she takes special interest in what they are doing in their lives. I really appreciate this. Cheryl told me that she's had Lucid Beauty (at least in its current form) for more than 10 years. It's part of the community, and for me, that just add's to why I love coming here. read more

Walked in last Friday with no appointment and Natalie was awesome!! She waxed & tinted my eyebrows-WOW! It's been a long time since I've been impressed with how my eyebrows are done! Natalie didn't make them too thin & I love it! Did I mention they gave me champagne during my appointment!?! I used the yelp deal for new customers, but I know I will be a regular!! Thank you Natalie!! See you soon! read more

Judging from the other reviews, I may have caught Cheryl on an off-day...her demeanor was kind of cold & impersonal (perhaps because I was there with a groupon? Or maybe she was just not having the best day... oh well). Anyway, the facial was mediocre, and over in 50 mins instead of the 60 it said on the website. This was despite the fact that I was there, paperwork filled out, with a few mins to spare. The service did not justify the prices, so I will not be back, groupon or otherwise. But I have to say that I did not feel pressured to buy products, unlike what someone else commented. There was a product recommendation that I was told to "think about", which I will not be doing. read more

I went to Lucid for an eyebrow wax a couple weeks ago. I contemplated a facial, but my skin is quite sensitive and even a fantastic one is likely to leave it looking a wee bit raw before the eventual glow-y result. As I didn't want to spend my birthday peeling, I decided to make do with clogged pores for a bit until I have some downtime. Contrary to Mira S.'s complaint, the stuff peeling off your face is actually a good sign, because that's what you're trying to get rid of. Problematic skin is undoubtedly going to mean you have more to purge before you wind up looking radiant. If your skin is sensitive, a facial that doesn't result in peeling probably just isn't very thorough. On to the eyebrow waxing experience. Wow! I'm pretty confident that Catherine evaluated each and every one of the hairs in my brows. It certainly took longer than any other brow waxing I've had (that's a good thing!), and the result was perfect. I'm more than satisfied, and I will definitely return for that and... well... the anti-aging facial. Gulp. Yeah, that birthday was not of the Benjamin Button variety. I am instead getting older, and I don't know why those lines are called "fine". They are not fine, and they are not welcome, and I will gladly peel for a bit if that's what it takes to get rid of them. read more

LIFE CHANGE ALERT!! In the 26 years I've been on this planet, half of them *literally* have been spent finding ways to clear up my complexion. Exfoliating scrubs, masks, peels, overnight creams, microderm, facials, Proactive, Accutane, Birth Control, Retina-A... So when a friend with FLAWLESS skin mentioned Lucid Beauty in Hayes Valley, I was skeptical but totally game to try out the 6-step Organic Acne Peel. Cheryl's laid-back, wise demeanor made each visit extremely comfortable. Having peaceful Pandora grooves play while your face gets TLC is really as great as it sounds. Additional props to Cheryl, who can allow you to totally zone out i.e. doesn't feel the need to fill space with mindless chatter (If you happen to be feeling chatty though, ask to see a video of her insanely talented daughter sing!) Her first recommendation was that I trade in my cream foundation for mineral powder, TrueBeauty sold on-site. Love it and love the process of putting on makeup so much more. Second, came the Daisy skincare system which rocked my world over the next 6 weeks, transforming my skin from something I believed I needed to cover with makeup, to something I was smiling at in the mirror. I watched my skin improve weekly, which was a great motivation to trust and stick to the 6 week process. Cheryl and the appropriately named Lucid Beauty are the real deal. read more

I've lived in Bay Area for a year now & have been looking for a brow girl.. It's easy in LA but in SF it seemed impossible... Until I met my girl Natalie Morris, who I followed from her previous salon & now at Lucid Beauty in Hayes Valley. Natalie does my lashes, eye brows & facials. Love her!! Petra read more

It's hard to find someone who uses hard wax for a brazilian and Catherine does! Quick and Less Painful. It's different for everyone. Some like it, some don't. Basically your paying for cleanliness. read more

I've been having a monthly facial at Lucid Beauty for a few years and my skin feels like butter every time I leave there. The best part about getting a massage from Cheryl is this ... though it often feels like my entire face has been picked apart like an archeological site, I never have red spots or blotches when I leave, and I never have "facial followup" zits the next day. She pays incredibly good attention to detail and is one of the nicest people in San Francisco. If the steam from facials makes you feel claustrophobic or anxiety-ridden (as it has for me in the past year or so) then Cheryl has just the enzyme treatment for you that doesn't require any steam. She's been most accomodating for me and my anxieties about laying under a cloud of steam. read more

I was a bit skeptical paying $35 to get my eyebrows threaded because i'm used to the threading salons in new york that charge $6. I have to say, my eyebrows got plenty of attention and they looked great when they were done! I'm wondering when threading is going to catch on in the Bay Area. . . read more

Cheryl is a genius. Nay--SUPER GENIUS! Who knew dental floss could kick such serious ass when it came to making my eyebrows look so good? Her products are spectacular and not your basic dermologica stuff. New and cool stuff that had my face looking so much younger in days. People asked me for a week afterward why my face looked so great. I'm amazed. read more

I've been meaning to get a facial at Lucid for quite some time now. I finally did it today. Cheryl is an excellent esthetician - she asked me about my skin and if I had any concerns, and took it from there. She did a great job of exfoliating my skin and added on a gentle enzyme peel to further smooth my dry flaky spots. The extraction process was gentle and thorough, and she slathered my skin with a Hydrating mask under an LED lamp and finished the treatment with a lightweight moisture and SPF. I left feeling like I have new skin. It's soft, glowing and I didn't even need to apply a BB Cream after. read more

I am a guy so I don't get my eyebrows waxed, or get facials or get massages all that often. Never really felt the need, I suppose. My mind was changed by several recent visits to Lucid Beauty. At the recommendation of a close friend I went to see Catherine. I am sold. I have never been so calm and relaxed. Catherine will greet you with a warm smile and a gentle touch. Having experienced all three I can highly recommend a facial, an eyebrow wax or a massage with Catherine. read more

For most of my life I never really had skin problems. I worked at a salon since I was 26 and got free facials. When I changed jobs and didn't get facials my skin got really oily, I was breaking out and scarring all along my jaw line. My boss referred me to Cheryl who was just amazing! She had me on the daisy series. It was 1 facial a week for six weeks. I had to do 2 of them since it was really bad. But I swear, by the 4th session I was already getting compliments and seeing results. By the time I was done my skin was flawless! I go in once a month for maintenance and have not gotten any of the cystic acne I use to get since the treatment. I highly recommend Cheryl! She's very gentle and will have your skin looking young, healthy, and the best that it can be! Thanks again Cheryl! read more

I got a facial here, from Catherine, and frankly, I was not impressed. First off, they have three different facials on the "menu". I have a problematic skin (I guess it never got the memo that puberty is over... like many years ago!!!!), so I made an appointment for the Deep Cleaning facial. Well -- turns out, the main difference between the three facials is how much time the beautician has; so, compared to the Lucid facial, the Deep Cleaning facial is shorter and leaves less time for extractions and exfoliations. Catherine had time after my appointment and kindly did the full Lucid facial on me, I really needed it. OK, so the facial felt great, like most other people commented. But my face was peeling for a week afterwards! I called the salon and they assured me that was normal. But 1) this has never happened to me before and 2) while peeling may be normal, the way that I was peeling was not normal, I think... I cleaned my face and applied moisturizers in what felt like 30 mins interval... and still, I didn't not want to talk to anyone in the broad daylight because there was gasping and long explanations of what happened to me... Seriously, my face peeling was the only thing I talked about for a week. So quick math... I get a facial once a month, my face looks TERRIBLE for a week after ... yeah, come on. read more

A friend of mine has been going to see Cheryl at Lucid Beauty for several years and always has had good things to say about her (and I'd seen the visible results), so when I got a gift certificate from my friend for Christmas, I had no excuse not to go! I went in last week for threading and brow shaping (and the brow shaping was sort of an impulse-buy extra I agreed to when I scheduled my appointment, and I was second-guessing it afterward because of the extra cost, but I am so glad I did it now! I thought I did a good enough job on my own brows, but now I know better!) Cheryl and her front desk staff were very nice, offering me tea when I got there while Cheryl prepped the room for me, and it was a very comfortable setting overall, very clean and bright. I've been to several threading places on the Peninsula and in the East Bay over the past several years with mixed results (and many places I didn't go back to...), and this was by far the gentlest threading experience I've had! If you haven't done threading before (or even if you have) Cheryl's great (and she was super-nice, warm, and easy to talk to...) My eyebrows look great, too - nice and 'cleaned up', and a nice, natural-looking shape - I was amazed at the difference having a pro do them made! Threading is just amazing in general - it can be so precise - and Cheryl said its exfoliating, too, which is great in the winter! I also love the products she recommended for my skin - clove oil for post-threading skin care (and its like aromatherapy!), an awesome exfoliating cleanser that I l-o-v-e, and a lotion for some problem-skin areas. I will definitely be coming back here in the future for threading (esp. if someone gets me another gift certificate, hinthint) and I really want to go back for some of the more 'pamper-y' services, like a facial! read more

This is the single worst experience I have ever had. I went in for a touch up and she removed ALL of my lashes WITHOUT MY CONSENT, only to complete just one of my eyes with a completely different lash set than I had in before telling me she was going to charge me an extra $90 to finish. I feel completely taken advantage of and hope to encourage ALL of you to move your business elsewhere. This is beyond unacceptable. read more

Totally late in updating this review. I apologize for that! 10 minutes into be locked outside, they showed up and I got my facial with Natalie. It was a great experience withholding the whole locked outside bit! Would definitely still recommend. Just not the most ideal experience. read more

I just moved to the area and used Yelp to find Lucid Beauty. I booked a facial and brow wax with Catherine. She was very pleasant and took the time to ask about my skin and what I was looking to get out of the facial today. I thoroughly enjoyed the facial and the cocoa mask smells so good! I have already booked another one next month! read more

I really like this place but agree with Ketch.... on the customer service side. I bought a Bloomspot, similar to Groupon, online and did not realize it was only good for new clients. I requested that they put my $50 coupon towards a regular facial since I personally did not see the fine print.... and I am a returning customer. I requested to speak to the manager... left a message?! Bloomspot refunded my coupon so I guess I will be cancelling my facial. read more

Lucid Beauty is a beautiful space and I felt immediately comfortable there. Cheryl does an amazing brow shaping. I also had a facial series with microdermabrasion that left my skin in much better shape that I started with. Do yourself a favor and go see Cheryl and company. read more

I've been a client at Lucid Beauty ever since they opened. Cheryl is so knowledgeable about skin and she's also a joy to be around. Last time I was there I tried a natural peel scrub and my skin has never looked better. I love Lucid, they're product selection, and they're people. I'm a lifer. read more

I am extremely picky about my brows. I've tried many different spots in the city. I must say- Natalie is a brow wiz!! She is gentle, efficient, and quick! I have thick brows with a scar that makes it hard for most to find the perfect shape for my face, scar, and natural arch. Natalie instantly knew the perfect shape and explained it perfectly. I LOVE my brows!! Quick note on the space- super cute spot. Super clean, and inviting! I'll definitely be back for my next brow appointment and next time I'll try a facial as well!! read more

Have I said this before? Catherine is fantastic! She is a well skilled and knowledgeable aesthetician and massage therapist. I am a regular and I suggest all my friends to go to her, they always comment on my perfect brows! Her facials are immediately effective, I leave moisturized and glowing...I never want to wear makeup again. And let's be real the Brazilian? Well, I always dread it...I get in the room, giggle with awkwardness and next thing I know we're half way done. Why did I even fret to begin with? If you've never tried it, trust her she's the best! She makes it practically pain free and I completely trust her cleanliness (some of those other places I don't even want to think about what goes on.) Plus, the benefits of waxing far surpasses and little tug and toss...TMI? Just go...you'll see. PS. She just learned threading, I can't wait to try it! read more

Best facial and eyebrow threading in town. Period. I've tried every great salon in the city and nothing compares to Cheryl Lucid. She just knows skin. I have mixed race skin that tends to break out at times and she knows exactly what to do. I can even go get a facial on my lunch break and go back to work because my skin is not torn up... but rather, refreshed and smooth. Cherly is up to date on all the latest techniques and products. She is not too talkative but friendly and sweet. Perfect all around. Love it, wish I could go every month! read more

I love Chery! She cleared my acne with two rounds of treatment using her organica facials, which include microderm abrasion. While undergoing the treatment, I used two Daisy products. I was so distraught when I first went to see Cheryl because I was thirty and experiencing for the first time ever in my life severe acne! Cheyl warned me that my face would get worse before it would clear up. The process was turf - I thought I looked wrinkled, burned, and old. But, I stuck it out and I have been acne free for two years! I receive so many compliments on my skin. Even at the Nars makeup counter, I receive compliments on my skin and eyebrows. Now that's impressive. I will never leave Cheryl and I will forever be a loyal customer. I still see Cheryl for facials and use some products to ensure the acne stays away. A small price to pay for clear skin! Now what are you waiting for ? Go see Cheryl! read more

BEST microdermabrasion in town! Love this place! The owner and staff are very sweet, welcoming and professional. The rooms are soothing and the prices are great. The packages they offer are really worth it too. read more

I have been all over the city looking for a good aesthetician and was having a very difficult time. Than I found cheryl.. she is the best. My skin and brows have never looked better. I will never go anywhere again. read more

I really hope people read this and believe it. I was still living with regular acne at age 30 and I decided I was done with it. I thought I would need to see a dermatologist, but I was recommended here first. Cheryl sold me on the 6-pack acne facial + product treatment and I'm very happy with the results. As she warned, it got worse before it got better, and my skin was very dry while undergoing the treatment, but now I have clear skin. I always felt like people would see my pimples and not me before, and now I feel a lot more confident. This worked so well, and I had tried so many other things, that I sometimes want to tell strangers with acne to try it, but I don't want to be rude. If you have adult acne, see Cheryl. I promise! PS Cheryl now threads my brows and I actually get compliments on them! read more

After a glowing recommendation from someone who seemed trustworthy followed by a consultation with Cheryl, I gathered the courage to entrust my sensitive face to Cheryl of Lucid Beauty. The 75 minutes micro current facial left my face, neck and décolletage more glowing and youthful! Using Cheryl's recommended products and periodic facials, I expect to look more and more beautiful. read more

For more than a decade I have been fortunate to have Cheryl and the Lucid Beauty care as part of my monthly self care regime which includes a facial and brows. I am super particular about anyone touching my face because I have ridiculously sensitive skin. Cheryl has always treated me with kindness and care so that my sensitive skin is always healthy and glowing after my facial. And my brows have a great natural shape. She is also always calm and positive, making me feel relaxed and refreshed after every appointment. As I have been aging (just hit the big 50), she suggests modifications to my skincare and has worked miracles and kept my skin beautiful. I never feel pressured or forced into product purchases but I do buy great products from Lucid Beauty and really appreciate that Cheryl has such high quality skincare products available. read more

I had my eyebrows done here about a month ago. Seriously the best they have ever looked in my entire life! It's a little bit pricey, but totally worth it. I would highly recommend! read more

I visited this business after I saw the pompous title " Best acne treatment in San Francisco". Walgreen cheap products work much better than their complete program. The worst acne treatment in San Francisco is much closer to the truth. Just take a look at their photo gallery, it doesn't show any acne clients read more

Where I come from, if you're a hetrosexual male and someone finds out that you get your eyebrows professionally shaped, you can expect to be promptly ostracized. But hey, when in San Francisco, right?! So after months of jostling from various parties regarding my impending monobrow I finally did it. And who else would I trust but the highest-rated eyebrow shaper on Yelp? Cheryl deserves the accolade - great results, entirely painless, punctual, professional and personable. And, well, she's just cool. She isn't the cheapest, but I'm not about to take risks with my eyebrows. Now I just have to hope folks from home never read this! Seriously. read more

Cheryl's threading was great; my brows never looked better, plus my skin didn't break out from the waxing. However, I also had a wax way down-there in the cavernous areas which lead to unfortunate bruising, plus some missed spots. Stick to the threading! read more

Love Lucid! Especially my gal Natalie who I followed to Lucid. Shes been doing my brows for almost 3 years. She is very knowledge and not to mention a blast to talk to! Lucid is clean and modern and the owner, Sheryl is awesome. You feel like you're going to a friends house (with beauty benefits)! Next on my list, is an epicuran facial by Natalie. DEFINTIELY try Lucid! xx read more

This review is LONG OVER DUE for Natalie. I first met her a few years ago in the Marina in another beauty salon and I will never leave her! She is amazing!!! I can't imagine going anywhere else to get my eyebrows or waxing done. read more

Cheryl is a regular genius. I never thought something as simple as my eyebrows could make me look so much better, but my god I walk out of there looking good! Plus her facials are super fabulous. To the reviewer who thinks she is expensive, all I can see is you gotta pay for perfection, and this place is worth every penny. Plus her products rock, the clove oil is amazing read more