The Pimple Place

Available by appointment

Dr. B is literally the best Derm in LA. I haven't been able to see him during the past few years…read morebecause of Covid, I lost my PPO insurance-- which is not his fault, obviously. He is the friendliest and most adorable man and a complete skin genius and wizard! Even though he does a lot of cosmetic high end dermatology and his office looks like a million bucks, he's one of the rare LA premium dermatologists that also does medical dermatology which is what I saw him for. Acne and Eczema. The latter of which can be hard to treat. I also messed myself up with a stupid at home micro-needle and he fixed me right up and didn't make me feel like a jerk! But what I am most thankful for is his care for my husband (at the time) who is very fair and works outside quite a bit. He caught three!! melanomas before they became serious. Two of which were on the face. We were worried that his face would have scars but you can't tell anything ever happened. That's how talented he is!! Before Dr B, my husband had a melanoma on his back and the dermatologist we had at the time dug it out like he was scooping freezing ice cream! There was a huge scar and indentation. So it matters a lot how skilled your Derm is at both the medical aspects and the cosmetic ones. To quote him, "I've never lost a patient to skin cancer!" Thank the heavens!! It was a relief that all we had to do was make sure my hub went every six months for his skin check with Dr B to remain melanoma free. Peace of mind, priceless! I also had a painful skin problem that was chronic and in a sensitive area that's the domain of the lady doctor. My GYN tried everything and he's also a fabulous doctor. But I was in so much pain and so frustrated because we couldn't figure out what it was and I just couldn't live with no diagnosis. Even though this area isn't the area of the dermatologist to take care of, I told Dr B about it and how desperate I was. He said if I was comfortable, he would look at it (along with a female nurse present) and I said please do. Well, he solved it! It was it eczema- the worst! And he solved it. Cured! I had been dealing with that for at least two years and finally he resolved it. No more pain, no more frustration! Not many doctors would be willing to do that, but he did, because he's a badass and a wonderful person! As soon as I get a PPO, I'm running back to him! I believe his office has some parking in the back too. There's a CVS down just down the road and lots of cafes walking distance just up the block if you need a good cup of coffee. Just be careful parallel parking around there because you don't want to dent a G Wagon or a Bentley lol. Hey, maybe you drive one! Smoke 'em if you got 'em!

Dr . Behroozan is a fantastic physician, very direct and to the point, which is refreshing. The…read morestaff is friendly and extremely professional. I highly recommend Dr. Behroozan.

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Parrish Sadeghi, MD

(78 reviews)

0.6 mi

I've seen Dr C. Joy so far twice... my first appointment was a full body exam where she found areas…read moreon my skin that needed attention. She immediately numb and cleaned the area and took a skin biopsy which came back positive. I follow up with her and she did an excellent job removing the affected area. She is an amazing dermatologist and did an excellent job. Morgan the Dr assisted was great too!! I'm thankful to on my Dr for recommending this dermatology group. Their office staff are helpful, nice and caring. Thanks for doing a great job and delivering outstanding service..

Reading the reviews below I can not believe I called the same practice today. Tried to get an…read moreappointment with Dr Sadegui to establish care. I was told on the phone that if I need a full body examination Dr Sadegui does not provide that, I would have to see a different dr for anual checkups. Then I was told Dr Sadegui can only discuss one or two areas of concern per appointment.... Too many restrictions for me, it felt this practice is all about the Doctors and not the patients. Unfortunate, as Dr Sadegui might be a good doctor, but the emphasis doesn't seem to on be the patient here.

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Metropolis Dermatology

Offers customized solutions

I got a botox procedure…read more What I feel every time I come is kind and clean. It's a special price for 2026, so the price is good.

From the moment I walked in, I felt welcome and cared for. The staff were so lovely. I even called…read moreto get an earlier appointment and they were able to see me. Dr. Shauna Higgins is delightful, patient, and kind. I appreciated her knowledge and warmth. It was an overall wonderful visit and I left feeling great!

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Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists

I'm Norwood 6-7 and had 5,337 grafts over two days (4,896 scalp, 441 beard) with Dr. Sean Behnam…read more A year before surgery, he was very direct that my donor area was too weak and that I wouldn't get a good result. Honestly, that's why I trusted him. I spent that year on topical finasteride and minoxidil, and dermastamping multiple times a week, slowly improving donor quality until he felt I could proceed--with realistic expectations. The procedure itself was incredibly smooth. Zero pain with conscious sedation, and he personally performed all extractions and site creation, which I think really matters. This isn't about achieving perfect density. It's about using limited grafts thoughtfully to create a natural frame for the face. From where I started, this result is beyond anything I expected, and we're already planning a second session to build density. Biggest takeaways: candidacy matters, expectations matter even more, and finding an honest surgeon who thinks like an artist is everything.

I met Dr Ben very professional and knowledgeable and friendly I had a keloid in my chest and I had…read moreseveral injections to make it flat now it's nice smooth and flat and not bumpy anymore I highly recommend this place they do a great job it took several injections but it was well worth it at the end I give in 5 star ratings the best dermatologist place to go to

FUE hair transplant: repair of prior poorly performed hair transplant. Notice the naturalness and density. Work performed by Dr Sean Behnam

FUE HAIR TRANSPLANT: Notice the density, thickness and naturalness . Work performed by Dr Sean Behnam.

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FUE hair transplant: 1,932 grafts placed at hairline. Notice the naturalness and density. Work performed by Dr Sean Behnam.

Kelly M Bickle, MD

(39 reviews)

0.5 mi

I've been seeing Dr. Bickle since 2020 and recommend her to all my family, friends, and colleagues…read morewho need a dermatology consult. She is thorough, compassionate, and trustworthy -- always going above and beyond for both my medical and cosmetic derm needs. Her office staff is also very on top of things which I greatly appreciate. An appointment with her for your dermatology needs is worth the calendar wait if you want safe, caring, and beyond excellent care. Thank you Dr Bickle for your care over the years!

I called & made an appointment for a cancer screen, provided my insurance information and was…read moreconfirmed the doctor took my insurance. I then took off work, drove to the appointment, checked in and then sat in the room in a gown for 10 minutes only to have the front desk woman come tell me that "oops" they actually DONT take my insurance and a routine screen would be 10x my copay. Wildly incompetent and disrespectful of patients time.

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Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center

Locally owned & operated

Let's be realistic, nobody wants to visit any doctor, for any reason... But maybe I am a little…read morecrazy and it's just me. Having said that, if you must see a doctor, Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center definitely is the kind of experience you want to have. They were attentive, professional and extremely personal, which is what I needed at that moment. Doctor Hekmatjah and Ms Leslie took such great care of me at a time when I needed care and guidance. I am not going to tell you that I will be making up reasons to go back, but if I do have a reason to go back, I will. I had a mole on my face that certainly was a source of angst for me and my family. I never had it and then from one day to the next, there it was... looking at me as if I'd owed it back taxes. Well, that is no longer the case and I couldn't be happier. Thank you!

The receptionist was very welcoming and the office was very clean and beautiful. It was my first…read moretime and I was seen by Dr. Hekmatjah. He was very thorough and made me truly feel heard. I had tons of questions and was worried I was being annoying but he never rushed me or made me feel like my questions were silly. He sent me home feeling much better and with a clear path on what I need to do to help with my hair shedding and acne. And then he sent me home with a goody bag! Win win!

We will be moving to a new location June 1! 2730 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 650-Santa Monica

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Jennifer Ahdout, MD

Locally owned & operated

Dr.Ahdout is so kind, genuine and intentional in the way she practices medicine. She is a great…read morelistener and I really feel like we are on the same team when discussing my/our goals whether it be medical related or cosmetic. I am grateful to have found her.

DO NOT TRUST ROXBURY INSTITUTE! I believe Jamie especially has repeatedly shown BAD-FAITH,…read moreUNETHICAL, DECEPTIVE, MANIPULATIVE, MISLEADING and COERCIVE conduct and tactics that are primarily focused on keeping your money and not refunding you for what I consider a botched cosmetic result - instead of focusing on transparency as well as patient's health and well-being. They also violate boundaries. Dr. Ahdout gave me her word that Jamie would not contact me further. Yet, Jamie contacted me despite my numerous written and verbal requests to cease contact. I believe I may be able to file a police report for harassment. I believe Jamie even went as far as providing DECEPTIVE MISINFORMATION about matters that can affect health in further attempts to not refund me. I believe this is highly unethical and concerning conduct especially for a dermatologist office. I am posting this review after multiple attempts to resolve this matter. I left a message and sent emails the first time and I did not receive a call from Dr. Ahdout. The same thing happened a second time. I posted a review the first time and Jamie called right away so I removed it. When I went in to show Dr. Ahdout the result of her work - at first I felt completely gaslit because she was questioning me as to why she would do a job like this. I was surprised. She again asked this on the phone yesterday as why this happened - a question she herself should answer. She then said there are no before and after photos. I reminded her AGAIN that I have before photos on my phone that her own assistant took. Dr. Ahdout then asked if I would agree to a credit. I declined. Dr. Ahdout then said that The Roxbury Institute has a "policy" that once a patient asks for a refund they can't return to the office. I informed her that I would not want to work with a business that has punitive policies. I believe both her conduct and Jamie's conduct revolved mainly around keeping my money. When I first brought up the refund, Jamie immediately became aggressive on the phone and used what felt like patronizing repetition. She kept repeating my name aggressively as soon as I mentioned a refund, which felt like an attempt to cut me off and stop me from saying what I needed to say. Jamie even went as far suggesting to me that the tightness was "normal". She even pointed to her face claiming that she felt the same. I knew the tightness was not normal. When I asked Dr. Ahdout, she also confirmed that it was not normal. I do not appreciate being gaslighted or having my concerns normalized as though this is something I should simply tolerate. This involves health and providing misinformation to patients that can have great liability. Jamie also asked if I would want to do a correction. I declined. I noted in my review and also in an email I forwarded to Dr. Ahdout's new email address as well as during her call yesterday that I do not want to interact with Jamie at all. Dr. Ahdout GAVE ME HER WORD that she will call me back herself. Dr. Ahdout did NOT keep her word. Instead Jamie called and went back and forth attempting to claim that it wasn't 2 items I purchased and it was 1.5. She said Dr. Ahdout said there was "a confusion" and it was 1.5 items. I informed her that's false. Besides Dr. Ahdout's own confirmations - the invoice is more than clear. I explained, again, that Dr. Ahdout confirmed with me TWICE, once in person and again on the phone yesterday, that it was 2 items. Jamie went back and forth for at least 10 minutes arguing. I kept asking her to ask Dr. Ahdout. She refused 3 times and continued to argue. I kept mentioning what I paid for. She finally checked my invoice although she had ALREADY SEEN my invoice as she is the one who charged me AND even emailed it to me. She FINALLY agreed it was 2 items. I believe these practices are EXTREMELY CHEAP and DECEPTIVE. Then Jamie said their "corporate" is going to send me an email to sign "a form". I told her I'm not signing a release form as I need to see another doctor. Patients should not be forced to sign a release form to receive a refund. Jamie said their corporate "requires" this and that they will contact me. AGAIN, she displayed a pattern of violating clear boundaries and as soon as I would say their corporate did not have my consent to contact me - she would BLATANTLY REPEAT they will contact me. I informed her that at this point I have to do a full chargeback on the 2 items. I contacted my bank and did a full chargeback on the agreed upon amount. If they create ANY extra emotional distress and dispute the chargeback - I will immediately involve my counsel without further notice and use ALL legal remedies to not only obtain my money in full, but to also hold them fully liable for all damages including corrections needed and the emotional distress caused related to this matter and their conduct. I will also expand my online review to Google and other platforms as I see fit.

Buzzfeed featured the Vampire Facial at The Roxbury Institute

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Buzzfeed featured the Vampire Facial at The Roxbury Institute amassing over 3 million viewers tuning in to see the treatment.

Tanya Kormeili, MD - Derm & Rejuvenation Institute

(277 reviews)

0.1 mi

Locally owned & operated

Dr Kormeili and her team have always provided amazing service and treatment for my skin needs. The…read moreabsolute best.

I am so grateful to Dr. Kormeili and her exceptional team at Dermatology Rejuvenation. Everyone…read moreleads with kindness -- from the moment you walk in, you're greeted like an old friend and made to feel genuinely welcome by every staff member. I take a medication that causes redness on my face and chest, and Dr. Kormeili recommended two treatments that have brought my aging -- and red! -- skin back to its old fabulousness. The results have been wonderful. Dr. Kormeili's presence is as refreshing as a shot of Vitamin B12 -- she brings amazing energy and a big, warm smile to every visit. She is compassionate, takes time to explain everything clearly, and always makes me feel secure and confident in my care. I truly appreciate the thoughtful, uplifting experience this entire team provides. Highly recommend!

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Shanthi Colaco, MD - ShanthiMD Dermatology

(282 reviews)

2.8 mi

Available by appointment

Free WiFi

Eczema! If you have severe life-long eczema like myself, you know how detrimental it is to life. I…read moredrive all the way to LA from San Diego just for Dr. Colaço. She is so compassionate and doesn't hesitate to prescribe the strongest medications available for my severe eczema. She is knows all the latest eczema medications. She understands how difficult it is to have eczema and I can tell she genuinely wants the best for me. Plenty of free 2 hour street parking in the residential streets or paid parking in the attached garage.

truly recommend ShanthiMD! Dr.colaco helped me clear my acne. I've been to other dermatologist and…read moredid not see improvement. I had 3 visits with ShanthiMD and helped me clear my acne. They truly car! the staff is amazing and is easy to make an appointment. Thank you so much ShanthiMD.

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Ava MD

I had almost completed two packages of the LipLase treatment with Monica Masterson, NP when during…read moremy last session, she unexpectedly turned to me and said: "So my understanding is that even though you have smaller lips, you still don't want something more intensive like filler?" I was in shock. My full, ample, voluptuous lips are one of those features I always treasured and cherished receiving admiration for. I was so surprised to hear someone could actually find them to be small, my mind did briefly go to "OMG, DO I need filler?" and I started asking her all about filler. Of course, then I remembered they're a business and that's exactly what they wanted--or else they would NEVER make a comment that's so far from the gorgeous reality that is me. She then made it worse by talking about how she doesn't care about money and never pushes fillers on people--which of course made me wonder, is she saying it because it's *true* then?? After several therapy sessions, I am happy to say I am back to the level of confidence I had before this comment was made--so now that I'm stronger, I'm speaking up for myself. It was so startling and frightening to go in for what I thought would be a normal, caring, professional treatment and instead receive criticism of my body, completely out of the blue, not asked for, and non-consensual. It felt like a real violation of patient boundaries. I was here to receive a service, not an evaluation of my looks. This is a recent photo of me, BTW--taken months before I received their services at all. I am absolutely gorgeous just the way I am. As I am a model and adult star, I sometimes undergo non-invasive treatments to look even better, but that does not entitle anyone to invade my personal space and make unwanted comments about my body. If *I* somehow have "smaller lips," how many women have any hope of having normal lips?!? Businesses like this need to understand that, yes, in a way, they are profiting off people's insecurities--but if they *encourage* those very insecurities, it will backfire and they will lose business. People come here to gain confidence, not lose it. And customers, please know: No matter how much self-hatred businesses try to instill in you, love is so much greater than hate and as long as you have self-love, that will prevail. You can always choose self-love. They can never really hurt you.

was highly recommended to Dr. Ava Shamban by Dr. John Joseph one of my best doctors who recently…read moreretired. Dr. Joseph was an amazing doctor and researcher for decades with vast knowledge and expertise including being amazing with things like Sculptra and all the injectable rejuvenation products, Obviously Dr. Ava must be great if he recommended her however my experience in trying to see Dr. Shamban was a huge disappointment. The receptionist informed me that Dr. Ava charges a $500 consultation fee before she will even see you.This I believe is the height of arrogance and believing your own press. After years of having been a patient of some of the best in the business, this was the first time I ever heard of this kind of outrageous fee not to mention when I asked about pricing Dr. Shamban for is way above fair pricing coming in at $1550 for one vial of Sculptra. Ok people will say if you are going to the best then of course you are going to pay a premium however many people who are doing well in CA, Los Angeles ,and want to go to good Doctors are not millionaires with vast sums of disposable income, so premium is on thing , making your practice only for 1 percenters is another. I recommend Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald in Larchmont Village , she has a much bigger reputation throughout the industry as one of the best and she still hasn't decided that she is soooo great that she will gouge you for $500 to feed her ego and her bank account. That said I was really looking forward to going to Dr. Shamban because I live on the westside and getting over to Larchmont isn't always convenient, however after the first bad impression from Dr. Ava Shamban's office the extra drive will be well worth it

Dr. Ava Shamban

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Ms Glen's Therapeutic Manicures & Pedicures

I have been hankering for a pedicure for a while, and not just any pedicure. I wanted something…read moremore therapeutic. My feet have been through it the last couple of years (sports) and I wanted to get serious about caring for them properly, not just getting them painted. Of course, I turned to Yelp for the scoop and zeroed in on Ms. Glen's Therapeutic Manicures & Pedicures. I finally got a chance to go see Ms. Glen and it was everything I wanted and more. It was relaxing (I fell asleep)! It was restorative! My feet felt and looked healthy and cared for. I didn't get polished which is great because I have been wanting to go natural for a while to let my nails breathe and focus on what's really happening with my toe nail health. So may things I loved (in no particular order): - Very communicative from the appointment (via phone) to the confirmation and directions (via text) - Ms. Glen greeted me at the door - The studio smells divine (really sets the tranquil mood) - The studio was intimate (just me - yay) - The space was very clean (I am a stickler for clean) - There was a complimentary water waiting on me - Ms. Glen has developed her own techniques and products which speaks to her dedication and specialization (I love people who are passionate about what they do!) - Every step of the treatment was appreciated! (very detailed, very attentive, think - pampering your feet from the in-depth massage to the parrafin to the soaks to the grooming and much much more) - I got socks! This was such a special and much needed last step that I never knew I needed. It made my feet more comfortable and protected after such a beautiful treatment. She even asked me my size. How's that for customer service! - Now this one may seem trivial but I never had to hold my feet up during the treatment unless I was transitioning from the bowl to a towel. I do not like having to do that while someone attends to the bottom of my feel or heels. Ms. Glen has it worked out where I can truly relax the whole time. I also left with one of Ms. Glen's therapeutic hand and foot oils in Lemon. She makes the oils herself! It smells so good and leaves a refreshing but not overpowering scent. It feels good oiling my feet every night. Like another reviewer said, this is not your run of the mill pedicure shop. This is a therapeutic service that is worth every penny. My goal is to make this a regular treatment. If my feet are healthy, I am healthier! Thanks Ms. Glen for such a wonderful experience! I'll be back. And thanks again for the massage therapist recommendation. Rest and recovery, here I come!

Ms. Glen should rebrand her business as RESTORATION!! If you're looking for a traditional pedicure…read morewith in and out service and a fancy polish job, this isn't for you. If your feet are in need of TLC, renewal and restoration, Ms. Glen has a carefully curated service that will leave your feet feeling brand new. I had recently purchased a soap that helps with skin discoloration. It hasn't been making any improvement in the uneven skin tone and dark marks on my feet. Turns out I just needed an appointment with Ms. Glen. The exfoliation she provided literally rubbed away 15 years from my feet. My dry scratchy heels were left supple and smooth and the calloused areas were left soft. Had I known what I was in store for I would have taken before and after pictures. She even provided socks for me to leave in, to seal in the moisture. My favorite part hands down was the massage. She kneaded into these tired soles, and I needed that! I paid a little more than the price listed (which she does quote as a base price) but she also spent almost 2x the amount of time listed. My Fiancé noticed the difference in appearance and feel immediately. I intentionally waited until 24 hours+ had passed to write this review, wanting to see if my feet would feel just as nice. THEY DO!! Ms. Glen definitely puts pride in her work and I love how she checked in throughout the process to ensure I was satisfied along the way. I recommend her service to anyone looking to give their feet a more youthful feel and look. And if your feet have severe issues that might keep you from visiting open public salons, her private suite will help you feel comfortable and secure. Right before I left, Ms. Glen threw in a bottle of her therapeutic hand & foot oil once she saw how dry my hands were. I had discussed my upcoming nuptials with her and she wanted to make sure my hands moisturized properly for my big day, even providing a demonstration on proper application. Ms. Glen is a gem!

No more dry feet... Call & order Ms. Glen's Therapeutic Hand & Foot Oil...

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What a difference a day makes!

Two Gemini Girls

4.7

(22 reviews)

1.7 mi

I am obsessed! I initially called to make an appointment with Celina for a gel-x manicure after…read morelooking up nail salons closest to where I had a nearby meeting. I'm so glad I ended up at this salon and will be back every month! While chatting with Celina at the start of the appointment, I mentioned to her that my natural nails had become weak after repeatedly getting temporary nail extensions at another salon. Celina suggested that we could try a luminary hard gel overlay on my natural nails for long-lasting strength (~1 month) and nail growth without the need for gel-x/tips. No other nail technician had ever mentioned this as an option, and I am so happy with how it turned out! As someone who always had extensions, I've never seen my natural nails look so good in my life! Not only do they look great, but they also feel so strong, and I don't have to worry about them breaking. Celina is super detail-oriented and it's obvious that she cares a lot about her work and clients. On top of everything else, the polish options at this salon are beautiful. I have found that in many other salons, color options are overwhelming and laid out in a chaotic and overstimulating way. At Two Gemini Girls, polishes are grouped and organized not just by color, but also by color scheme/tone, which is such a better experience when choosing the perfect shade. 10/10!

This is my favorite manicure I have ever received! Celina is amazing. I came for a gel manicure…read morewith nail art booked through Airbnb services while on a business trip. We had a tight 90 minutes before my next meeting and I showed Celina my ideal design, disclaiming that I knew we were tight on time so I could pick something else, but she was game to do it, and she did exactly that design in the time allotted! We watched traitors and we chatted, it was so relaxing, and then at the end I had my dream nail design. Thank you so much! Will definitely be back on future trips to LA!

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BonLierre Nail Spa

Walk-ins welcome

I love my nails great experience the people are sooo nice love it here everyone should comeread more

This was my first time trying BonLierre and I LOVED it. It's been a bit and I really needed a good…read moremani pedi with the perks. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by Rita, who's so sweet and friendly. He was a walk-in but she said no problem, and took care of me immediately. The salon is beautiful, clean and with all the latest in super comfy chairs and gel polish. Tiffany and Steve took really good care of me. Tiffany help me pick out the best gel polish and color for my toes and cleaned up my much over grown cuticles on my mani. But Steve!!!! Wow, what a sweetheart!! He was so gentle and thorough when giving me a pedicure and his massage was so relaxing. I think I fell asleep for a second. This by far was the best mani-pedi I've had in a long time. Choose the super spa package they offer, TOTALLY worth it, and very affordable. Thank You so much. I'll look forward to my next appointment Highly Recommend!!!!