For my birthday, some friends gave me a gift card to Sisu which was very well needed after a long…read moreweek and my skin was definitely in need of some pampering. Located inside a beauty collective space, Sharon's room was cozy, inviting, and had a very Zen feeling. I went for the 80 minute treatment and it was one of the best facials I've ever had. Sharon has the magic touch, and all of the products that she used made my skin feeling rejuvenated and hydrated. I nearly fell asleep twice because she also takes her time and is meticulous with making sure you leave feeling relaxed and satisfied with your treatment I'll definitely come back to try more of her services. On top of being an expert technician, she is just such a lovely person and someone you definitely want to come back and support. Check out Sisu...you won't regret it!

100 percent recommend. I love Sharon. I'm soooo glad we have reunited. I've been going to her for…read moreyears and there is a reason for that (she is the only person I would see when she was at her previous location). She is the best at what she does. She always makes it feels like I'm hanging out with an old friend. Her studio is clean, quite and private. Very relaxing environment. I love her new space. Reserving your services is super easy on the website (lots of services available including prices and expected time to complete the service). Perfect for us who love to plan. Then you get an email and even a text reminder which is always appreciated. Ample FREE parking in the lot. Obviously I will be going back to her and get myself on a pre pandemic schedule.

How have I not reviewed this place?!? Bekah is so knowledgeable about skincare. The moment you walk…read morein, it really seems like all of your stressors drift away! The place is so zen and meditative. It's located in the Westchester area of LA on a street full of small businesses. There's metered parking outside and I usually have no issues finding parking on the street. So let's get back to the zen factor, shall we? So you walk into a chill, relaxed vibe. It's a small waiting area but you're not waiting long because each time I've gone, they're usually running no more than 5 mins behind (or early). They're not pushy with products and trying to up sell you add-on services. They're very thorough with their approach. Bekah reviewed the questionnaire I completed and also asked questions to clarify a few items. Based on that, she made recommendations. Services I've had at Rising Willow: Brazilian sugaring, forest meadow facial. I've also bought a few products as well from the Blissoma line they carry. To sum it all up...it's a win for me! I love a place with a good vibe, good energy, and delivers great service. Bekah and Lesley do a good job! Support this woman-owned small business!

I was specifically trying to find a wellness focused spot when I moved to the west side that used…read morenon-toxic products and popped into Rising Willow for the first time (must make an appt) for a facial! I absolutely love all of the products they used and also have available for purchase. They even made their own tea line 10/10. The experience was extremely relaxing and customized to my needs. I would highly recommend checking this spot out!

Ashley is the best!!! I love how flexible she can be! The service itself is amazing. You can…read moretotally tell she knew what she was doing. I did laser lipo, cavitation and skin tightening. She took her time and made sure to get every desired area. I was extra snatched afterwards. I def recommend her and I will be back to continue services thank you Ashley !

This spa is the cutest, cozy, welcoming place! Calming vibes and Ashley is so sweet. She made me…read morefeel so comfortable. She explained all the procedures and how beneficial they are. Already booking my next appointment after walking out feeling detoxified and relaxed!

Susan's facial is truly wonderful and her positive energy adds so much to the experience. I had an…read more80 minute facial and it was one of the most relaxing treatments I've had in a long time. The facial focused on detoxifying the face using a jade gua sha technique, which noticeably reduced puffiness and inflammation. The ear lymphatic drainage was a unique touch that made a visible difference. The session also included a relaxing hand, shoulder, neck, and foot massage. Susan uses Murad products and my skin felt refreshed and radiant afterward. The heated bed was incredibly comfortable and the private setting made the experience even more restorative. Extractions were gentle, so if you're looking for something more aggressive with a lancet or needle, this may not be the place. But for a soothing, high quality facial with real results, this is a standout.

[Review #688] 2022 Yelp 100 Challenge (9/100)…read more I've been a client of Susan Halpern since 2014 when she worked at Murad Inclusive Health Spa (refer to Review #111) where I first started my recurring monthly facial treatments in 2002. I lost touch with Susan after the spa closed, & it took me another 5 years to find & reconnect as a client of Forever Young By Susan in 11/2020. Her "studio" is located in The Face Place & More Skin & Body Care, sharing the space with Linda Hirsch, Cloud 9 Massage, SkinFX, & Advanced Skincare By Marilyn. Services include anti-aging/acne facials (Luminesce, Acne Complex, Sun Undone, Resurgence, Back, Youth Building, Chinese Gua Sha, AHA Rapid Exfoliator, Men's) & waxing (Chin/Lip/Sideburns, Brow/Underarm, Traditional Bikini, Playboy Bikini, 1/2 Leg, Full Leg/Back/Chest). The facials are customized to client's needs & 50+ min. facials include additional services. I used to alternate between Luminesce, AHA Rapid Exfoliator, & Resurgence as a Murad client. Since reconnecting, I've been booking the CHINESE FACIAL GUA SHA (detoxification of face, neck, & shoulders with special jade gua sha technique; combats aging, reduces inflammation & puffy eyes, decreases pore sizes, help speed up cell regeneration, reduces stress) on a monthly basis to clean my face healthy & glowing. The daily life workload & stress, in addition to COVID-19, I really need this monthly getaway, even if it's just a small fraction of time. I'm usually just on time or a couple minutes behind, Susan always opens & greets me at the door with a smile (a huge + in my book that I'm not delayed because that cuts into my paid time)! =) The space is private -- just us -- but I always wear my mask & make sure I'm healthy before going even if we're vaccinated & boosted, & there's a temperature check at the entrance. The intimate room is clean & well-organized with dimmed lighting, comfy & warm bed, & relaxing background music to promote a serene & zen treatment. Before starting, Susan did a thorough analysis (to make sure this is the best facial for my current needs). As mentioned in the previous review, a good esthetician should recommend a different method than your standard MO because your skin changes with age, sun exposure/the elements, etc. Susan ALWAYS does just that at each appointment, adjusting the technique, timing of each process, etc. And if you're a new client, she explains what product & process in each step. At times, I don't even have to point out the problem areas because she spots these changes under the magnifying glass & adjust the treatment to rebalance & rejuvenate my skin. Sometimes Susan focuses more on my face, & other times when I'm rather stressed/tensed, she spends a little more time on the mini massage to remove the kinks & knots in my shoulders & neck. I'm highly sensitive to touch (= extremely ticklish), yet she skillfully maneuvers over these stress points with ease without my breaking out into delirious laughter. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Only 1 other professional, Francine (also from defunct Murad), was able to give me a massage without me squealing or squirming. Under Susan's proficient care & deft hands, the extraction process was minimal in discomfort that I can nap through the facial process when I'm tired. Most recently, I've been awake through my facials to chat in Cantonese. It's so nice to find someone who can speak the language so I can strengthen my Chinese roots, help me with common idioms & phrases, etc., bond over upbringing & familial care, etc. =) Comfort, quality, & care is what Forever Young By Susan is all about. Susan incorporates Eastern & Western techniques to detox & take care of the my skin issues that leaves me with dewy, glowing skin! I highly recommend Susan for your facial treatments. So sit back & relax... you're definitely in good hands (pun intended). ;-)

Stacy is so sweet and such a professional! I have been getting acne facials with her for the last…read morecouple years and felt insecure about my skin for a long time. She never made me feel embarrassed about my acne at all, and would make me feel better by sharing stories of her own adolescent acne and how that led to her to becoming an aesthetician. She has the most calm and capable energy, and always sends me out with cleared and noticeably glowy skin! I get significantly more compliments after every one of our sessions. Now my skin is much improved, and I am looking forward to hopefully doing microneedling for scar lifting. Thank you Stacy!

I had an appointment with Stacy for a bikini wax. She was on time, personable, efficient and did a…read moregreat job. Highly recommend.

Mid-treatment review [have seen Susan for 9 treatments / 3 months] and will report back once my…read moreacne and scars are fully healed. Susan has quite literally changed my life. I've been battling with adult onset cystic acne for the past 2 years and was going through a roller coaster of ups and downs. I had completely clear skin throughout my childhood and teenage years, and was so confused when acne became a part of my life in my early 20s. After some time, things eventually got better and I finally thought my battles with acne were done. I thought I got my skin to a good place in the spring of 2023, but then my skin started acting up again and it got really bad. I cried almost everyday because of how much I hated my skin and the frustration of not knowing how to fix it. I live a super healthy life, exercise every day, and eat very clean. I ran hormone tests, food / environmental allergen, and tons of other tests at the doctors and everything always came back perfectly normal. I just didn't get why I could not figure out how to manage my skin! I hated looking at myself in the mirror, would lock myself inside and hardly ever go outdoors, and I started isolating myself from friends and family. I had no self confidence and was so desperate to find a solution. In the fall of 2023, I decided to look into estheticians. I prioritized finding someone who had a lot of experience in the profession, specialized in acne, had a private practice vs huge facility, and was not going to push medications on me. After lots of research and looking through different options, I found Susan! I called her one Saturday afternoon, and on that first phone call, I knew I had made the right decision. She listened to me and showed empathy towards my situation. I had an appointment with her scheduled a couple days later and she walked me through her plan to start working on my skin. I appreciated how open and honest she was, not guaranteeing overnight or fast solutions but a long term plan to get my acne under control and then work on the acne scarring. I overhauled all my skincare products and purchased all the PCA products she recommended to me which are great! Her practice is 1:1 which means when you go for your appointments, the only person you see is her and can avoid the doctor office feeling that many large facility esthetician / dermatologist offices have. I am personally very self conscious of my skin and knowing I can go in and out of any appointment without seeing anyone is very nice. Her private home spa is very clean, calming, and welcoming. I look forward to all my appointments and it's truly the most relaxing part of my week. She is very flexible with scheduling. I go see her almost every week as I want to reach my goals as soon as possible, but she will work with your preferences and timeline. She is also available via text if I ever have questions. While I have only seen her for 9 treatments / 3 months so far, there has been a huge huge huge change in skin. Besides maybe a few active pimples here and there, my skin is mostly acne free and now the main thing we are working on is scarring and hyperpigmentation. While I know I still have a ways to go, I have hope knowing that I will achieve my goal of clear and glowing skin soon. My confidence has slowly started to get better and I'm overall much happier. Skin can have a huge impact on your life, especially as a young woman, and Susan has helped me feel so much better about myself. I 1000% recommend Susan to anyone looking to solve their acne or any other skin issues. She is amazing and I'm so excited to see where my skin is in the next few months with her help. THANK YOU SUSAN!!

Came in after a cosmetic facial surgery and Susan got my skin better than its ever been. Have a…read morewedding this weekend and i'm feeling so refreshed and confident!

Love to this place! Cynthia was extremely professional and knowledgeable, and was super helpful in…read morehelping me understand the hair growth process, why certain spots hurt more than others, and the after care needs. This was the best sugaring Brazilian I have ever gotten.

Here is some back story on how I ended getting a facial from Cynthia…read more I went for my first facial in about 3 years. And, I was traumatized the last time I had a facial, the woman who I didn't know had done some extractions and it was horrific. I had talked to someone that had the most amazing things to say about Cynthia, so I took the plunge. My first visit with Cynthia was amazing! I ended up getting an aqua gel facial (at least that's what I think it was called). Regardless it was magical! Cynthia cleaned my face to try and get as much dirt out before doing any of the extractions. She was so gentle when she was doing the extractions, she new I was super nervous. She kept me informed about what she was doing, it was ana amazing experience. We also talked about what I did for work, and I explained that there is a lot of physical labor. And, she gave me a little taste of her myofascial release it was so amazing. I literally could feel my self stretching like silly puddy. It was so amazing. So long story short, have zero doubt about your experience with Cynthia. She's amazing at what she does!

Dianne is quite actually the best! She has the kindest demeanor which makes it a very comfortable…read moreexperience when visiting her studio. I hadn't hot waxed in a while so she was super informative as to after care and made sure to let me know what she was doing step by step. She was super thorough and had so much patience (even tweezed anything too short for the wax) that I knew immediately I'd be back! Definitely my new go to. And her studio is gorgg and parking was easy!!! 10/10

I've been coming to Dianne for almost 2 years now, and I am not exaggerating when I say she is the…read morebest in her industry. She's extremely skilled, meticulous, and so knowledgeable about skin health, and I always leave with the cleanest wax after every session. I've learned so much from her about taking better care of my skin. As long as I'm in LA, I will always be loyal to Dianne because I know I will never find another skilled aesthetician who cares about her clients as much as she does! And as if she can't get any better, she is so comfortable to be around and just the sweetest and most chill person to chat with during my waxes. Highly recommend her services.