Absolutely love Raiza at Avalon Laser! I went in for Dysport and was genuinely impressed by how…read moreprofessional, knowledgeable, and gentle she was throughout the entire process. She took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made me feel completely at ease. The results were exactly what I was hoping for super natural, smooth, and refreshed-looking without that "frozen" effect. Raiza really has a great eye and a light touch. You can tell she truly cares about achieving subtle, balanced results that enhance your features rather than overdo them. Highly recommend her if you're looking for someone who's not only skilled but also kind, attentive, and detail-oriented :)

On June 21, 2025, I visited Avalon Laser to treat a few facial spider veins after seeing the…read moredoctor's work on social media and reading positive Google reviews. What I expected to be a routine cosmetic procedure unfortunately resulted in a much more difficult outcome for me (photos attached). Shortly after the treatment, leaky blisters formed, and about a week later they developed into scabs on the treated areas. When the scabs eventually came off, many areas appeared indented and concerning. During virtual follow-up consultations, I was told the healing process appeared to be normal. However, my skin continued to worsen, and I later sought care at an emergency room, where the injuries were documented as burns and I was referred for dermatologic follow-up. Avalon Laser offered additional treatment options, including a CO laser session or microneedling at their facility, and also suggested that I see a dermatologist in the Los Angeles area. I did undergo one CO laser session with Avalon Laser, but I ultimately decided not to continue treatment at the clinic because I no longer felt comfortable proceeding there. To their credit, the clinic checked in with me virtually on a regular basis and offered encouragement during the healing process. However, my recovery has been much longer and more challenging than I expected based on how my skin appeared. Since then, I have consulted with several specialists and undergone multiple treatments in an effort to improve my skin. The recovery process has been lengthy, painful, and uncertain. The clinic refunded the cost of the original treatment, which I appreciated, but it has not come close to covering the many additional medical visits, treatments, medications, and skincare products I have needed since then. The emotional impact has also been very difficult. For weeks I struggled to sleep and often cried at night. I became withdrawn and stopped seeing friends because I felt embarrassed about my appearance. What began as a simple cosmetic procedure has turned into a long and ongoing recovery. I attempted to pursue compensation through legal counsel and sent a demand letter, but I did not receive a response. I also followed up by email without success. I am sharing my personal experience so that others can be aware and carefully consider their options before undergoing treatment. See the full story and more photos on my page: avalon-laser-review.com

PA Ryan is amazing! She's so friendly and easy to talk to. She's very helpful and will guide you…read more100% of the way so that you get the results that you want. She even checks in on you the day and then a week after the procedure to make sure you're healing and love your results! Highly recommend her. I've been going to revive med spa Encinitas for years, it never disappoints. The staff is always friendly, they never upsell, they actually help me find discounts! It's a spa like experience every time.

Revive Encinitas and Ryann are literal angels. I could not be happier with my experience here, I…read moretruly will never go anywhere else. I had a consultation with Ryann in May for Botox and fillers, and from the moment I met her I felt so taken care of and valued. Ryann was SO kind, courteous, professional, bubbly, just a delightful person to be around. She treated my concerns with compassion, she explained what treatment options were available and made sure to give a thorough explanation for each different potential service so I understood what each treatment would do. She recommended specific treatments based on what would be a good fit, and in addition to specific fillers, she suggested Daxxify as the neurotoxin vs Botox. We formulated a plan that I was so excited about, and Ryann's passion for her job and excitement about our actual appointment was so appreciated, it made me feel like she truly was happy that I was happy. For the actual med spa treatment day, it could truly not have gone better if I wanted it to. Ryan was SO thorough and detailed every step of the way, I felt comfortable and safe during the process. She mapped out injection sites with great precision, she explained everything she was doing as she worked, she made sure I was not in pain or discomfort, and she was confident in her work which made me feel so much more comfortable. We talked throughout the process and again, her personality is so wonderful and bubbly, it felt like chatting with a friend. Her work is literal magic. The second I looked in the mirror I teared up to see immediate improvement in my face. To have confidence restored and the relief of liking what you see in the mirror is invaluable, and I am so thankful to have trusted Ryann with this process. Before I left, I was able to see Heidi as a last minute add on for under eye filler. Ryann recommended her as she is proficient in under eye filler, and I appreciated her setting me up with the best fit for that particular service. Heidi was incredibly thorough, detailed, professional, and a master of her craft! She also took the time to explain the healing process which I appreciated! For my results- I am thrilled. Not just happy, but THRILLED. I saw an immediate difference from the fillers alone, but it's now been almost a week since the treatments and the Daxxify is LIFE CHANGING. The "Daxxify glow" is SO real, my face is literally glowing to where I've had multiple people comment on it. The wrinkles/crows feet are GONE. We did a Nefertiti neck lift and I am ecstatic about this in particular, my chin has always been my biggest insecurity and this has made a NOTICEABLE improvement! I know full results for the Daxxify take around two weeks, but I'm already just elated not even a week in. I will be returning to Ryann for every single med spa treatment in the future, I will literally never go anywhere else. The part I appreciate so much is that she seemed truly excited and happy for me, that just made me feel so valued as a guest. Everyone here from the phone team during booking to the wonderful reception team to Ryann and Heidi were phenomenal, professional, and just a pleasure to work with. I cannot recommend Revive Encinitas enough, and if you are looking for fillers or neurotoxins PLEASE ask for Ryann, she is MAGIC. And if you are looking into under eye filler, Heidi is incredible!

I couldn't be happier with my experience! Lauren & Kaitlyn are the best of the best! Excellent…read morecommunication through each microneedling session & they are both so sweet and knowledgeable. I can't recommend them enough!

I have spent over $5000 in laser hair removal. And to note, I am a white, blonde female with not…read moremuch dark hair. In the over $5000 I have spent on laser hair removal, I have had zero results. It also took up a year of my life....going every 6-7 weeks. So no sun, tanning, etc for nearly a year! I sugar waxed for 10 years and had better results with that. I will be expecting some sort of compensation for my time and money. One year and five grand later is a lot to ask of somebody and give zero results.

Sydney is amazing ! Went in for my fist consult and first time doing any injections a felt so…read morecomfortable w whatever she suggested and we do it right then .. cheek and chin filler Botox lip filler ..the results were amazing. The process was painless for the most part .. I now can't imagine not having these things done in sooo happy w the results

NOTING Aesthetically Pleasing about this place!!!…read more I had 3 BBL Laser treatments at this Med Spa performed by NP Sydney. My skin is rosacea prone so BBL when done correctly is very helpful. Unfortunately during the first treatment my face was burned and I ended up with deep purple bruises and blisters. I had to stay home for a week until the blisters subsided. My face became more red than before the treatment. I was told that the next two sessions would give me the expected results, but they did not. My face became very sensitive and the redness didn't go away. I noticed deeper broken capillaries in the areas where I was burned. When I expressed my concerns Sydney simply shook her head and said: "there is always a risk". My risk was in her hands. Her job was to assess my skin type, select the appropriate filters and correctly adjust the laser's energy setting, but she is either inexperienced or incapable. After contacting Sydney again I got a call from the owner, Stacy Grissen and she set up an appointment for me to come to see her the fallowing week.The day of the appointment Stacy called me and with an aggressive tone of voice informed me that she was cancelling our meeting, (BTW if I cancelled an appointment the same day they would charge a fee). She said that I snapped my fingers in front of Sydney's face, which is a complete lie... and btw why wait a week to cancel an appointment? I guess she decided to be offensive rather than being concerned that her employee did damage to my face.The way she treated me is inappropriate and dishonest. I am writing this to warn anyone who is thinking of using this business : go there at your own peril. There is no place for a business like this in our beautiful community of Encinitas.

Unfortunately I've spent the last few years and $$$$$ on laser hair removal that DIDNT work, when…read moresomeone finally told me to try electrolysis. So I started with a 5 min session with Shawna- I came with my ChatGPT generated questions and it was obvious she knew what she was doing and had no problem answering me. I've done weekly 5 min sessions because I didn't have that many, but I had enough that if you miss a day of "gardening" they pop-up and you stress out that people are staring- I did three - 5 minute sessions (one per week) and have nothing! Altho there are more areas I want to focus on now. I can't tell you how happy I am! I forced my other friend to go also- because it's such a relief to not have to worry about going 2 days without a 10X mirror to see what's coming out of my chin! Highly recommend! Don't waste money on lasers. This actually works!

I went to Shawna for the first time this week and found her to be professional and warm. She…read morelistened to my concerns and we discussed the best course of action. Her online system and ease of booking is why I initially booked her versus others I'd found online but I look forward to returning. The process itself was easy and didn't really hurt. Her office is clean and well lit, with easy parking. Thank you Shawna!

I have seen Daiquiri for years now and I can't say enough good things about her. Once I tried a…read morephysician injector , what a disaster!! Another time, I have no idea why, a different RN but nobody , and I mean no one compares to Daiquiri! Some doctors seem to think they are gods who can do no wrong. Maybe they took a weekend course or something on injectables and the fact they are MDs makes them feel invincible. . Daiquiri however is a true professional. She very careful, very conscientious and if you have any concerns or questions after treatment, she is on top of it!! Looking good especially as one ages has been found to be associated with better mental health . So she's my therapist! She is less costly then most and oh did I mention ? She is one of the kindest ,most genuine and sweetest persons you could hope to meet.

I moved 2 hours down from where I used to live and I needed to find something close. I'm scared…read moregoing to new people especially when it comes to injecting things in your face that if done wrong ... Just don't wanna think about it. I found her here , liked the reviews , and off I went my consultation . She is very nice and really knows her stuff :) strongly recommend! Also I didn't feel as much pain like what I felt with the other person I use to go to :D yay!

I saw Christopher on Saturday, and WOW...what an incredible injector! He took the time to explain…read moreeverything, made me feel completely comfortable, and the results exceeded my expectations. It was such a fantastic experience from start to finish. I also want to give a huge shoutout to the front desk team. The receptionist was so warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind. She made the entire check-in process easy and set the tone for an amazing visit. If you're considering cosmetic treatments, I highly recommend La Jolla Cosmetic. Their professionalism, expertise, and outstanding customer service truly set them apart. RECOMMEND! RECOMMEND! RECOMMEND!

Extremely disappointed and honestly alarmed by my experience here. The person operating the laser…read morefacial device was not a licensed dermatologist, and it showed -- after my treatment my skin looked and felt noticeably worse weeks after I walked in, not better. Instead of addressing this, staff pushed me to book a follow-up treatment, insisting the results would "improve" with another session. Each session left my skin in worse condition than the last. If you're considering a laser facial procedure, do your research first and confirm you're being treated by a board-certified dermatologist -- not just spa staff operating the equipment. I wish I had. The expert at La Jolla Cosmetic Medial Spa has no clue what she is doing.

Andrea is so good at her job! I had an Osmosis Facial that left me feeling relaxed, youthful, and…read moreradiant. The space is casually serene and comfortable. The love, attention, and care that Andrea put into our session today was everything I didn't know I needed.

I had the best facial ever with Bobby! Truly a wonderful experience that will be repeated as often…read moreas possible! She's amazing

I had a large, painful cystic acne breakout and was calling all over San Diego trying to find an…read moreappointment. The Glow Theory could tell how urgent my situation was and graciously squeezed me in for the last appointment of the day. Insiyah Darugar, MSN, FNP, Founder and CEO, was incredibly thorough. She took the time to provide a comprehensive consultation, treatment, and aftercare plan. I never once felt rushed or like I was the last patient of the day. I was genuinely blown away by how thoughtful, compassionate, and attentive she and her entire team were. Thank you so much for taking such great care of me--I truly appreciate it!

The staff were so nice and accommodating! Very informative on what they were providing. No…read moreupselling. Really listen to my concerns.

My first visit to Holden Timeless Beauty was amazing! From the welcoming front desk team to my…read moreappointment with Katie Martin. Katie made me feel comfortable right away and took the time to explain my facial analysis and the reasoning behind each recommendation before treatment. I had Dysport and filler, and I couldn't be happier with my results! What I loved most was how genuinely excited Katie was for me--it made the experience even more awesome. She's officially my go-to, and I would 100% recommend her. Thank you, HTB, for such a great experience!

I had a wonderful experience at Holden Timeless Med Spa, and Chelsea, RN, is absolutely phenomenal…read more She is professional, personable, incredibly knowledgeable, and her technique is truly spot-on. I would go back to her in a heartbeat. The spa itself is beautiful and clean, and the entire staff is kind and attentive. I'm giving four stars only because I've tried fillers twice and, unfortunately, didn't see the results I had hoped for relative to the cost. I'm not sure if my body simply metabolizes filler quickly, but I didn't feel the results justified the significant price tag. That said, I completely understand how difficult it is for clinicians to find that perfect balance... not doing too little, but also not overdoing it. I truly appreciate that they are trying to achieve a natural result while also making sure clients feel they received value. If I ever decide to try filler again, I would absolutely return to Holden Timeless and see Chelsea. For now, I'm going to save my money and perhaps revisit it down the road.