Two stars only for this one associate who helped me before. More on that later…read more... BUT ZERO STARS FOR THE STORE & OTHER PERSONNEL. Came in on a Sunday looking for eye shadows. The banner by the store said that they had some 30% deal going on, store was empty, and had two associates on staff. When I came in, they were loudly discussing how someone said something to them and how they were upset ( the usual "she said he said"...). I went to one of the make up stands to see what eye shadow it had. The samples had VISIBLE DUST AND HAIR IN THEM. I went around to more stands, looked at skin care stuff too. Really wished one of them would break from their drama & help me, but no. No other person walked in, I was the only one, but none of them paid any attention. They also never told me about that 30% deal. I came in here before on two occasions & there was this one associate, cute blond young girl, who would always help me. And I bought multiple things both times! And because of her recommendations I made a third purchase online. But this time she wasn't there, and those other associates didn't help me, and I really needed help picking eyeshadows. So I walked out without a purchase. I will not be back!

Orders are filled very quickly and wonderful samples are included with each order. Love this place!!read more

I was having a problem with my nails after going to get a manicure. I wasn't sure what to do so I…read moretook a chance and went to Ringpfeil Advance Dermatology. There are not enough words to express how grateful I am for Dr. Alexis Home. She is truly one I'd of a kind. From the moment I walked into the office, she made me feel comfortable, heard, and respected. She never rushed me and took the time to answer every question, making sure I understood not only what she was recommending, but why. Her kindness, patience, professionalism, and genuine concern for me is evident in every interaction. You can tell that she truly cares about the people she treats, and that means so much to me. I've seen other dermatologists over the years, but none have measured up to the exceptional care I received from Dr. Home. I recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for a dermatologist who combines expertise with compassion. Thank you, Dr. Home, for your outstanding care and for treating me with such dignity and respect. You are a true blessing, and I am incredibly grateful to have found you.

I have been a patient at Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology for the past two or three years, and I…read morecould not be more pleased with the care I have received. During one of my routine visits, they detected a melanoma at an early stage, allowing it to be taken care of successfully. I am grateful for their thoroughness and professionalism. One thing that has especially impressed me is the consistency of the care. When my longtime dermatologist, Dr. Byrne, went on leave, I was naturally a little concerned about seeing someone new. But when Dr. Holmes came in, she was every bit as professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough as Dr. Byrne. The entire staff deserves recognition. From the receptionists to the medical assistants to the physicians, everyone is welcoming, courteous, and genuinely caring. The office is spotless, well organized, and runs efficiently. It is not often you can say that a visit to the dermatologist is enjoyable, but that is exactly how I feel about Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology. If you are looking for outstanding dermatologic care, I highly recommend them.

K-BEAUTY OUTLET in Philly is a Korean skincare store located in Chinatown. I've been here a couple…read moreof times and the staff are always welcoming and very helpful in answering any questions pertaining to your skin needs. So far, with help and recommendations from their staff, I've purchased eye cream, eye patches, facial moisturizer, toner, and lip glosses, which all seem to be good quality. The cost seems to be equal to or maybe even a little more than, other places you can get some products. Parking is close to non-existent.

Update: I've now gone several times and want to compliment the staff for being so helpful. Came in…read moreindecisive about sunscreen and one of the staff helped point out a few suggestions after I told her I wanted to avoid the oily/dewy ones.

This is almost embarrassing to admit but at the age of 35, I am very, very late to the makeup game…read more My toiletries bag is full of the same crusty products I've been using for the past 5+ years. In a rare bout of experimentation recently, I was all set to pull the trigger on buying some products from Glossier on their website when I saw they had a brick and mortar in Philly and decided to go check it out. And I'm so glad I did! Being able to compare different colors/shades and seeing how they looked on my skin made a huge difference. The ladies in the pink jumpsuits were very friendly and quick to offer recommendations and advice if you ask. My only two critiques: 1. The area right by the front door got very crowded. If you walk a little bit further in towards the back, there were much fewer people with the same exact products to play around with. 2. Some of the samplers needed to be thrown out (dried up, nothing on the bottom). I liked that they had a lot of swabs, makeup remover, and hand sanitizer on hand, but that doesn't really help if the sampler product is useless. They're running a promo now where if you spend over a certain amount, you get a free pink mug!

Today, I visited this charming girly beauty store in downtown Philadelphia for the first time and…read morewanted to check out two new perfumes recently launched: Glossier You Doux and You Rêve. I didn't choose either of the delightful, light, lovely fragrances. I preferred the Glossier limited edition birthday cake candle, which smells yummy. Their candles are affordable, have long-lasting aromas, and have a nice throw.

Normally I'd say "yay" for Target being close to most of Philly's major hotels. But, if you've…read moreever tried to purchase alcohol in PA, you know it's a headache as beer is sold at "beer stores" and hards/wine at liquor stores. That said, stores like Target or even Safeway can't sell them, making it a multiple-stop purchase. But, yay anyway, as they have more selection for snacks and non-alcohol beverages than Wawa and the decrepit 7Eleven. It's a 2-level store with groceries on the bottom and everything else on top. It's not a full-service store. Thankfully things weren't locked up requiring staff assistance. Multiple self check outs were available.

I love Target, and the Chestnut Street Philadelphia location is a prime example of how a major…read moreretail brand can adapt to city living without losing what makes it great. I grew up visiting Target in the suburbs, so discovering this location in Philadelphia immediately felt familiar. It maintains the brand's accessibility and comfort while smartly adapting to city life. The store is consistently clean, bright, organized, and well-stocked. The staff is friendly and helpful, the grocery selection is genuinely fresh, and the overall experience feels thoughtful and efficient. What Target does especially well is discernment. The product mix feels curated rather than crowded, with a smart balance of affordability, quality, and style across groceries, home goods, essentials, and private-label products. Their app also stands out, particularly the real-time inventory tools that make pickup and delivery seamless. More broadly, Target is one of the few major retailers that has preserved the strengths of brick-and-mortar shopping while still evolving for modern life. I suspect part of that comes from the company's Minnesota roots and the strong Scandinavian influence embedded in the culture there. You can feel it in the stores: clean layouts, restrained design, thoughtful presentation, efficiency paired with warmth, and an emphasis on functionality without sacrificing quality. It stands apart from most big-box retail in America. The Chestnut Street location embodies that philosophy perfectly. Similar to what brands like Barnes & Noble and Bloomingdale's have done with their urban stores, Target has adapted away from oversized suburban formats in certain city environments without sacrificing the core experience. The nearby location by the Barnes Foundation is excellent as well. It's larger than the Chestnut Street store but not a sprawling mega store, making it especially well-suited for city living while still offering a broader inventory and the convenience of free parking. Both locations feel like thoughtful adaptations of the traditional suburban retail model rather than watered-down versions. As parents, we've also been consistently impressed by Target's private-label products. Their diapers, formula, yogurt pouches, peanut butter, dairy products, pasta, and other everyday essentials have all been of excellent quality at prices meaningfully lower than those of many national brands. Target's Philadelphia stores demonstrate how thoughtful, adaptable retail can succeed in urban environments while preserving the core values that built customer loyalty in the first place. Highly recommended!

The employs are always rude…read more That being established. They have the best range of C, J and K beauty products in the city. The prices are very fair and comparable to Ctown or Ktown in other cities. Amazon if you like to gamble in authenticity. I've never found an expired product, they keep up with newer products too. Just don't touch your bag or other shopping bags for any reason while you're there. They will throw a fit. Frankly, I bring everything I intend to take to the front and place it on the counter to not carry it around. Make it their problem that they're rude. There's other stores in the area but the mark up is insane.

They stopped me and my sister saying we were stealing and they searched through her Purse (WITHOUT…read moreASKING) they just took it and found nothing and they had us stay to search us. We don't steal and this was very embarrassing. They were letting me leave but not my 13yl sister(she didn't steal) The products are awesome the service not so much.

Went in on a Saturday afternoon after doing way too much research on eyelash serums. I'm talking…read moreReddit deep dives and hours on Google. I wanted an actual in person opinion before dropping that kind of money. I asked an associate about a few options, told her what I've used before, what I was looking for, just trying to give context. It was busy, so I get that it's hectic. But she was clearly over it. Eyes glazing over, super short responses, that vibe where someone is already tired of you and you just started talking. She basically pointed at one product and kind of brushed me off. The frustrating part is I was already leaning toward that exact serum. I just wanted confirmation or a little insight. Instead I felt like I was inconveniencing her for asking basic questions in a store that literally sells beauty advice as part of the experience. Sephora is already pricey, so the whole reason I went in instead of ordering online was for guidance. If I'm going to get treated like that, I might as well just click buy from home next time. Cashiers were nice though. So at least checkout didn't feel awkward.

I visit once a year usually around my birthday. I have chemical sensitivity and migraines but like…read moreto treat myself to a new carefully selected fragrance. I was greeted upon entering. I approached a team member in the makeup section and asked for assistance with a new fragrance. The nice young lady referred me to Ms Dorthy who was a few steps away. It was busy and she kindly held that area down. I mentioned that I have Gucci Blossom from a while back but started triggering migraines. I have DK Good Girl which I would need to spray way in advance. Marc Jacob Daisy is my most recent. As I grew older the Spider Senses became stronger. Lol Ms Dorthy suggested several fragrances. I went with a travel of a Jo Malone. I am not built for the cold and spoke with Kimberly about hair hydration. I went with her recommendation of a Briigeo Travel Kit. Kind recommendations. Self Care on a budget. Looking forward to my upcoming birthday reward.

Really friendly and sooo many good smells and products. It can be overwhelming but my experience…read morehas been that they are always willing to help. I get my soap here. It's not drying and the scents are great. They switch them up

Duross and Langel is a great hidden resource in Philadelphia. They make beautiful soaps, and…read morelotions. Their soaps are outstanding, and they are very creative! I love their products. I ship it all the way to Montana! I am a Duross and Langel fan!

Poor service unless you stand next to Sisley or Tom Ford cosmetics the sales associates don't…read morebother to help...

I stumbled upon this beauty bazaar on my way somewhere else having time to spare so I popped in to…read morebrowse. I had never heard of Blue Mercury and being a dedicated Sephora/Ulta girl I was curious too see how they stacked up. The store is very nicely laid out, the products beautifully displayed and the associate I talked to was quite friendly. I could see immediate differences that set Blue Mercury apart. First where as all of them have makeup brand reps that will do brows, lashes and make overs at their counters and just as Ulta has a full on hair salon, BM has a spa which is definitely cool. Also, BM is stocking brands you can only find in better department stores like Nordstrom and Saks. Brands like Tocca, Aerin, Claus, etc. And last, they have an amazing variety of candles and fragrance diffusers for your home.

I have one thing to say.... Get your makeup done here by Darya and tip her. Dig and tip deep…read morebecause sis is a PRO.

"Holy mascara Batman! Your makeup is running!"…read more Stopped in with my smoking hot girlfriend to introduce her to some quality makeup products. While I sat down by the front door she was attended to by a lady who was super patient explaining the products and making recommendations. I noticed it's tough working a cosmetics store because all the ladies that come in want to get make overs and that crap takes a lot of time. I'm not sure if this place makes appointments but we arrived really early and was attended to promptly. After about an hour of the amazing consultation with the sales lady, my hot babe made her purchase and we were on our way. Fastest few hundred bucks we've ever spent but even for a guy I'm familiar with the reputation of Mac and their quality products. Now if only Batman was using Mac products Robin wouldn't have to warn him that his mascara is running under his mask. Haha!