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Ageless Beauty Skin Clinic
Category: Beauty and Spas Skin Care Skin Care [Edit]
2001 Union StSte 104
(between Buchanan St & Webster St)
San Francisco, CA 94123
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow
(415) 641-6223
- Hours:
Tue, Thu-Fri 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Parking:
- Garage, Street, Validated
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
29 reviews for Ageless Beauty Skin Clinic
29 reviews in English
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Review from Jeremy B.
San Francisco, CA
4/22/2012
Cheryl is the best, and I do mean the best at what she does. Excellent and painless treatments with serious results. And she also happens to be a warm and kind person, what a bonus!
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Review from Peejay M.
North Beach/Telegraph Hill, San Francisco, CA
5/21/2012
Great service and results. I found this place via Yelp (I also contacted other places) as I was doing some research on Fraxel laser treatment for my acne scaring.
Free consultation went well (I was armed with questions), and I made my bookings there and then. They had an offer for 3-for-the-price-of-2 Fraxel for $1500.
MAKE sure you put on a LOT of the lidocaine they give you in preparation! I learnt this the hard way on my first session. But Cheryl frequently asked how I was doing - since it was bearable, she kept going. Fraxel is a little like someone snapping an elastic band on your skin - but for about 30-40 mins. The after-effect is like a sunburn; your face it tight and your skin is red; then turns peel'y and itchy a few days later.
They give you a free set of face wash, moisturizer and tinted sun cream on your first session to make sure you don't use and harsh products after your treatment, you can resume your normal faves about 1-2 weeks later. You have to buy these - ranging from $35-48 if you run out after your next sessions.
After my first go I said I didn't really notice much difference. It takes time for the layers of your skin to heal and replenish. The second and now my third time is done, and it was done on a stronger setting and my scar tissue along my jaw is much better.
It's not a 100% fix for redness and scaring, but I can see the difference - it's a noticeable improvement and I'm glad I did it. -
Review from F E.
San Francisco, CA
Updated - 10/15/2011
Returned to Cheryl for my 6-month touch up and Cheryl's service is just as impressive, painless and perfect as ever.
Plus she tossed in a full-size of her physical SPF 30 sunscreen, which is a clone of the fancy Skinceuticals product. I actually prefer Cheryl's clone to the original; not as watery and makeup sits better over it.
Cheryl remains the best.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/7/2011
Run - don't walk - to Cheryl for all your aesthetic needs. Cheryl is The Goddess for this kind of… Read more »
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Review from Brandi G.
Alameda, CA
4/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
I've been talking about getting botox for quite a few years now. I'd done the research, spoke with botoxed buddies, and studied the after pics as if I was choosing a sperm donor. I am ridiculously happy I followed through with the procedure because my forehead now looks as smooth as a babies bottom! So long frown lines!
The wonderful experience with Ageless Beauty Clinic, and more specifically, Cheryl, seems to echo with all of her patients. She is friendly and puts you at ease, while seamlessly explaining your options. This was a simple painless procedure that was just way too easy. Now, I understand why so many women become botox whores!!
Lastly, I've also found that Ageless Beauty Clinic is one of the most reasonably priced places in the Bay Area for botox and other skin services. Stop searching, you've officially landed in glorious skin heaven! -
Review from Kimby F.
San Francisco, CA
4/19/2011
I have gotten Botox (plus Restylane & Juvederm fillers a couple of times) for the last seven years. I went to a Harvard-educated cosmetic dermatologist in Marin County as well as an MD in a now defunct laser clinic in SF. I am also an RN who is very knowledgeable about these cosmetic procedures.
Today, I saw Cheryl at Ageless Beauty Skin Clinic and I was happily impressed and beyond thrilled! Her education and credentials speak for themselves (she is a Master of Science prepared RN as well as a certified wound care specialist/WOCN); however, her skill with the Botox needle superseded all of my expectations.
If you are a novice, or an expert at receiving Botox injections, look no further for your next clinician. Cheryl is the best, in my opinion. Not only did I barely feel anything...NADA!....she was MORE than reasonably priced. She is a natural...genuine and warm. She makes you feel comfortable and secure almost immediately.
The office is lovely and conveniently located above a reasonably-priced parking garage (as there is NO parking on Union St.) and their office (and staff/family) is lovely and inviting.
One of the things I most appreciated was the fact that Cheryl did not try to UPSALE me into getting additional Botox around my eyes (she said I didn't need it-JOY!!!) nor did she attempt to elude or suggest that I needed additional fillers (between my brows or around my mouth).....unlike the other two MD's I used to see. I went into the office assuming that they would suggest or insist that I couldn't leave without some Juvederm....quite the contrary! Cheryl also stands by her work. She told me if I wasn't happy with the results within a week, I should come back in and she would fine-tune whatever was necessary.
I highly recommend this quality group of professionals. Thank you so much Cheryl. -
Review from Dave S.
San Francisco, CA
2/5/2011
I not only did I have a great experience visiting Ageless Beauty, but I was impressed with their knowledge and high level of integrity. Virtually no waiting for me, and no tricks.
I am not a frequent customer at skin care salons, I don't get facials or peels, so I would guess that am not a typical customer. I did come in for Botox, in fact I came across town, brought in by an offer from Townhog (or SFGate).
I would definitely go back! Not only was it a great value, but Cheryl stood behind the work, explained the various options I had in dealing with my crow's feet (laugh lines) and brow lines, and made me several advantageous offers towards future treatments.
Unlike some other skin care businesses, this one doesn't skimp over a few bucks, rather they seem to realize that your repeat business and overall satisfaction with the experience and the treatment is priceless.
This has not been a regular lifestyle option as of the past few years, so it was great to be taken care of on this recent, spontaneous splurge! -
Review from Julie R.
Burlingame, CA
7/13/2011
I called on my way over to say traffic was sticky and I might be a few minutes late. Turns out I'd made a mistake with the time, no-showed for my real appointment and was now two hours late!
I was mortified but the gentleman on the phone was very kind and gracious, and assured me that I should still come as they were still there treating the last client of the day.
I echo all the other five-star reviews: Cheryl could not have been more lovely and charming. She understands exactly what you want, gives unerring guidance on treatments and is extremely skilled.
I am delighted with her work and will definitely return. -
Review from vin t.
San Francisco, CA
4/26/2011
Wonderful people here.
I did fraxel here and it went very well. Cheryl is a pro and ideal Nurse/ Magician.
Cheryl was kind enough to offer me a free microdermabrasion with Theresa and that was Heaven. I even fell asleep to Theresa's gentle and delicate touches-
Cant Lose at ABS Clinic. -
Review from John S.
Burlingame, CA
2/28/2012
Cheryl is a very very sweet lady...but she is not the best at injectables. She doesn't call for a follow up and does not seem very experienced either. Unfortunately my experience here was not good and I learned that I should look for someone with experience, especially when dealing with injectables for the face.
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Review from l p.
San Francisco, CA
3/27/2009
I went to ABSkin Clinic for a Fraxel laser treatment after getting beastly MELASMA (skin hell) after having another baby. It was a little hard to find even with the nav system in the car b/c it actually shares a space with a pediatric practice and doesn't have signage you can see from the street. On the plus side, it does have a tiny lot which makes parking FREE! if you can get a spot.
Once inside I was greeted warmly by Cheryl the R.N. She took time examining the angry brown splotches that materialized over my once clear complexion. She told me that I would be a great candidate for the Fraxel treatment and said I should get results in one zapping and that I probably only needed a total of 3 treatments...Hooray!! I have been searching high and low for some solution for the unsightly spots. I had almost given up hope and resigned myself to camouflage makeup (yuck) that I had to reapply sporadically throughout the day. Melasma is truly the bane of my existence and I dreaded going makeup free as I used to be able to do.
So, I sucked it up and ordered the package of 3 (you get a 10% discount) on a package. It ended up being $675 per treatment. You can't find it cheaper in the city.
She numbed my face and then began to zapp those dirty spots away. It did not hurt though toward the end the lidocaine began to wear off and I could see where it might start to hurt but she finished quickly enough so I didn't have to find out the extent of what it might feel like w/o meds.
To say I was red was an understatement...more like dayglo fluorescent pink but, who cares I was on the way to being spot free.
Cheryl suggested that I pop an Aspirin if I can tolerate it since it is an anti-inflammatory. I did and it helped. About 1 hour later my face felt hot like bad sunburn but it didn't hurt. By the evening it was turning brownish (second stage).
The next day was reddish/brownish and you can see the pixels of black where the skin is literally singed in spots.
3rd day I dared to show up to dance class and was hoping people wouldn't get too close to see the mess that was my face. No one seemed to be "staring" at the weirdo in class so I guess it wasn't that bad from far away.
By the 4th day a ton of my skin sloughed off in the shower and revealed new (still a little pink) skin but a quick swab of corrective powder helped even it all out.
5th day my skin started to look fabulous (well fabulous to me since I was used to looking at leopard in the mirror each morning). The spots were definitely lighter and I barely needed any coverup to camo those spots. using much less makeup makes me happy. I could begin to see that after the next few treatments this disgusting skin disorder would be kicked in the ass.
Now, I am looking forward to the next zapping to see even more results.
By the way, Cheryl also gave me a bag of FREE goodies for my face (sunscreen, skin repair, cleanser and prescription cream to treat melasma). FREE. What? No clinic gives you free items they make you buy them at their marked up price! But, ABSkin clinic gives them to you FREE (with a package purchase). Wow, I am impressed and I am a beauty service whore.
Thank you ABSkin Clinic. I will definitely see you for the followups and for maintenance!!! -
Review from Blake C.
San Francisco, CA
2/1/2010
Cheryl is a miracle worker!!! I've been to every one of "THE best" derm's in the city, and not a single one of them has done for me in 5 years total, what Cheryl did for me in one visit!. I'm a patient of famous MD who should have fixed my skin when she saw the problem...but she didn't, she just kept giving me topical treatments and mild laser IPL (which was useless). I discovered Cheryl through my neurologist, who shares the medical office with her. I casually inquired about Fraxel, and was blown away by her knowledge and the time she took to explain to me, exactly what my problem was and how I might get some results. I decided to give her a try. It was a good idea!
I have been blessed with nice skin and enjoyed it all my life, until I hit 38 yrs old, then I got melasma! It's terrible! I have spent a stupid amount of money trying to get my old complexion back. Finally I discovered Cheryl and she actually agreed, and thought Fraxel was exactly what I needed to get serious results. I have asked several others about Fraxel in the past, but they told me it would be the "last ditch", and tried less aggressive treatments first! Seriously? I could have just gone straight for Fraxel and not wasted all my money according to Cheryl.
Cheryl said it typically takes 3 to 5 treatments to see serious results, but before I bought a package, I should give it a try to see what I thought of the treatment. Let me tell you - I LOVED IT!!! After the first treatment, the results were so dramatic that even my corner grocer noticed! It was incredible (and she is better priced than most in the city!). Everyone noticed the improvement right away. My pain was minimal and not much redness at all. I can not sing Cheryl's praises enough. I LOVE HER!!! I can't wait to do another round on my face and I'm going to get a treatment on my neck and chest area as the results are supposed to be more profound because the machine can be turned up higher :-).
Not to mention the fabulous new office. They are in on Union St (with a parking lot). She also has a terrific line of skin care products (I'm a Latisse die hard), but she isn't pushy about trying to sell them at all...now that is nice! The whole office is terrific, you can get amazing facials, any laser, botox, filler and skin treatment you want and all done in a medical office setting with spa like atmosphere. I promise you will not be disappointed with the results. Try Fraxel with Cheryl, you will love them BOTH!!! :-)
Thank you, thank you, thank you Cheryl! -
Review from Karen F.
San Francisco, CA
9/3/2010
I had been noticing some shadows starting to appear around the side of my mouth. After a little research, I discovered that I was developing what are called "marionette lines"! No thank you.
With that said, I had purchased a Bloomspot coupon for Radiesse filler at Ageless Beauty and went here for the very first time today to take care of business. I am SO glad I did, Cheryl is *excellent*!
She's got great technique for filling in any hollow areas on your face, and explains everything as she's doing it. You can tell she enjoys her work and helping people feel better about themselves.
Thanks to Cheryl, my stupid lines are gone, and I have every intention of returning to her for other treatments! -
Review from jenna B.
Oakland, CA
7/25/2010
I have seen Cheryl now twice, brought two friends to her and have other friends that have been seeing her before me.
I had a one injectable experience before Cheryl with a plastic surgeon, which was not nearly as informative or reassuring as Cheryl.
She really works with you to decide what the best treatment and course of action is.
I am confident that no one will disagree. -
Review from Ryan B.
San Francisco, CA
10/16/2008
I had Fraxel Laser Treatment done one week ago and this was my experience/review:
The nurse was very knowledgeable on the service and made me feel comfortable. She cleansed my face and then put on a topical solution to numb my face. I waited for about 1/2 hour and she started on with the procedure. I was expecting it to hurt (like when I got the photo facial at a different med spa) but it didn't. For the first few days my face was swollen and it looked like I had spent all day in the sun with no sunscreen. That being said, I still Immediately noticed results. The following few days, my skin started to peel and it felt like sand paper. I used Skin Ceuticals Epidermal Repair (which I got here) in the morning and it really sped up the process of healing and making my skin feel better.
Like I said, it's been a week and I get compliments every day on how smooth my skin looks and I keep noticing better results with each day that follows. I'm going back in three weeks for another treatment.
The nurse and staff were great. The price was also very good, compared to what you'd find down town. I highly recommend getting your Fraxel service here! -
Review from Petri Y.
San Francisco, CA
4/22/2010
I recently got a townhog coupon for a vitalize peel and jumped at the opportunity to get one at over 50% off the normal price.
I had an appt with Cheryl, who was really nice, and personable. She told me about different products without being pushy on buying them.
She even said after this first peel I could come back to do the peel again for 50% off the normal pricing! I might seriously consider this as normally its $175.
She told me about fraxel which I am intereted in doing, but not just yet!
Not looking forward to the peeling, but i am sure th results will be awesome. -
Review from T J.
San Francisco, CA
5/20/2011
Why, oh why didn't I come here first? I made the mistake of going to a different place for some treatment. I spent more $$$ and time there and did not get what I wanted! I told the Dr I was not happy but she didn't care and I left with bad results. I was lucky to find Cheryl at Ageless Beauty and was fortunate to get an appt on the day that I called! Cheryl is AWESOME, gave me EXACTLY what I wanted and is super sweet. She is ah- amazing and so beautiful and knowledgeable. I am so mad that I paid more for a horrible service elsewhere and had to spend more to get things fixed but happy to have found the right place finally! I cannot wait to go back and see Cheryl in July for some more treatments. Very nice staff here too and the office is beautiful. Thank you again Cheryl, you are phenomenal!
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Review from Deo M.
San Francisco, CA
5/23/2011
I bought a voucher for Botox from Homerun and had an appointment last Friday. The front office staff was very professional and really nice (sorry I did not get their names). But Cheryl was reallly, really good. I had my procedure done and I'm very happy with the results so far. She even taught me a new term - the 'Spock' look!
I definitely am coming back to see Cheryl again and again! -
Review from Danielle F.
San Francisco, CA
5/16/2011
I have had Botox once before and it didn't even come close to the experience I had at Ageless Beauty Skin Clinic. I bought the groupon which is what brought me there, but I will definitely continue to go there when I need my Botox redone. The RN ended up giving me a few extra units which made the deal even better. Also I had been told that the dilution factor for the saline added to the Botox should be between 2-4 and they diluted with 4 which was a perfect blend. My results were amazing, my forehead seriously is as smooth as a babies butt. I didn't tell all of my friends that I was doing it and multiple friends of mine saw me and were like, "seriously, something is different, you look beautiful" -let's be real here though - I am really really pretty :) But for reals - it is a great clinic and I definitely will use it again.
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Review from EVA G.
Oakland, CA
6/4/2008
I went to Ageless to get Fraxel laser treatment. I was disappointed with the two other clinics I received treatments from in San Francisco, they didn't seem to care to keep up with my treatments. Cheryl was great, she listened and took great care in my treatments. Fraxel laser treatments on your face are nothing to take lightly and you should take care to find someone who knows exactly what they're doing. I would not hesitate to recommend Cheryl or the clinic to anyone. She also didn't try to sell me on treatments or products that I didn't need - that was a huge relief.
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Review from Cisco E.
San Francisco, CA
10/21/2010
Truly wonderful Experience - Fast, Painfree, and Effective. Thank you Cheryl - I look forward to seeing you again.
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Review from Dee C.
San Francisco, CA
5/1/2010
Least expensive Botox I've found! Cheryl and the rest of the staff are very nice and professional. And validated underground parking which makes things easy.
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Review from Ria M.
Berkeley, CA
6/17/2008
A good friend recommended that I see Cheryl at this place for some Fraxel ,I am always up for some adventure.Not knowing what it is that I will be getting I relied on my friends word and thank God I did.I just love Cheryl ,she wasn't pushy or bossy and she explained the procedure in great lenght which I liked.I loved it so much that I booked more treatments.Facial next and then I am having more Fraxel done .What is Fraxel you ask,look it up boo that is what the internet is for and honey great skin is not cheap...So don't walk, run and see her , you will be glad you did.I am still on cloud nine even though my face feels tight at the moment...
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Review from ROSIE R.
Marina del Rey, CA
6/9/2010
My experience with Ageless Beauty Clinic was excellent since the beginning... I am visiting a sister in San Fran and while talking about botox, since we have our doctor in Newport Beach Ca... And we really dont trust anyone else, we thought, well we have a wedding on Sat in LA
Therefore we do it here since it takes a few days to show... And I looked everywhere... I came across Cheryl!!!! Best thing that happened to me, because since the minute she picked up the phone she was not only sweet but extremely informative and not pushy at all.... She gave me the space I needed to make the right choice and I did, that same night I called to schedule our appointment...
And since the minute I showed up, the doctor was bubbly, very friendly... They could prob use a better more friendlier front desk person yet there wasnt much interaction since Cheryl greeted me outside and brought me right in without much wait. Once again she was so detailed about the information, and eventhough she is not a plastic surgeon, she sure explained more than my doctor. I loved her personality and her professionalism..
I would def come back even if I have to fly in just for botox... Now lets see how my face will look for Saturday! :) -
Review from Maria C.
San Francisco, CA
7/15/2008
Cheryl Pierce came highly recommended since I was a virgin to any facial treatments. I go to her for a monthly derma plane treatment which leaves my skin so soft and smooth. It only takes 30 minutes so you can pop in during your lunch hour. She scrapes off the top layer of my skin which removes the little fuzzy hairs and rejuvenates my overall skin texture. She also offers other skin care and anti-aging services such as botox, restylane, and fraxel laser treatments. Another positive: she doesn't push you to buy products or sell you services that you don't need.
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Review from Jen L.
San Francisco, CA
Updated - 7/29/2010
I feel the need to continue to rave about Cheryl and the entire staff at Ageless Beauty. With each visit, Cheryl never fails to demonstrate how much she truly cares about her patients. Everyone who works in the office is friendly. I feel like I'm a part of their family! This is why I'm always on the lookout for opportunities to refer business. I *Heart* Cheryl!
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12/1/2009
Cheryl was referred to me by my biggest beauty-conscious girlfriend. I wanted a bit of… Read more »
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Review from B. Y.
San Francisco, CA
6/19/2010
I echo Petri Y.'s review. I too had a Town Hog coupon and didn't know what to expect going in. Cheryl was very patient and answered every question and tailored the peel to my concerns. I would definitely consider going back for full price.
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Review from Carmelli S.
Hermosa Beach, CA
3/24/2010
I initially went to ABS to get Fraxel laser treatment. I had terrible scars from acne along with uneven skin tone which made me very self-conscious. After 1 Fraxel treatment you can definitely see the difference in my skin! I now use very little foundation and can even get away with not wearing makeup!
As described by the other reviewer the whole process was not as bad as I thought it would be. Cheryl placed numbing cream on my face to help with the pain from the laser and was excellent at explaining every step of the process. She also explained what I should expect in the next few days as well as what I needed to do to help take care during recovery. I was only slightly uncomfortable that first night after treatment and the next few days was just some peeling. It really showed a big difference in my scars, made my pores look smaller and helped with my uneven skin tone.
I also recently just went back to Cheryl's new office for a medium chemical peel which I was also very happy with. The whole process only took about 20 minutes and I can't wait to see the results in the next few days.
I am definitely looking forward to another Fraxel treatment in the next few months. I highly recommend Cheryl and her staff they are amazing! You won't be able to get such great service from anyone else with such reasonable prices. I highly recommend Cheryl and will keep coming back for more! -
Review from Irene M.
San Francisco, CA
3/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
I saw Cheryl for a little beauty treatment and she did a wonderful job. Very affordable too!
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Review from Chris G.
San Francisco, CA
9/27/2008
Cheryl is excellent! She is an expert at laser and is very careful and thorough in her treatments. By far the best laser treatment I've ever had!
