Aesthetically Pleasing Medical Spa

First time I went, result was great. Second time, it was similar to another post. I went in for a simple procedure and ended up with a horrible black eye. I had to pay for bruising medication they sell and use concealer for two weeks. The bruise on my eye was so bad it started immediately so you would think they’d provide the medication for free. Sigh.

I fly down from oakland annually to see stacy– after a few botched jobs with other aestheticians stacy is the only one i trust to do my fillers and botox. Her training as a nurse practitioner and understanding of facial muscles and anatomy speaks to her qualifications ! She is awesome! IMG_8217.JPG

I have gone to Stacey at Aesthetically Pleasing Spa for over 6 years. She is a nurse practitioner and the most professional, ethical and knowledgable person I know in this field. She is impeccably honest and recommends only procedures she believes are safe and good for her clients. I am in my seventies and she just helps keep me looking the best I can with a minimum of procedures. My friends marvel at my complexion and my aging gracefully. My face is natural looking, just fresh and younger than many my age. I would trust my face only to Stacey and her excellent staff.

I paid for my visit, which took 2 tries on different credit cards (their fault, not mine) and then I received an invoice from the snotty receptionist, stating I didn’t pay my bill. Yeah, like they would let you leave without paying! I sent her 2 emails, no reply to either one.
On a clinical note, less than thrilled with the filler in my lips, it’s uneven.
Definitely going somewhere else!

I rarely write bad reviews let alone ones where I am going to torch! But I am this time! My wife went there on February 2^nd for 2 treatments, Botox and Juvederm.
The procedures left her with a SEVERELY bruised left eye… and that was after she had passed out during the administration. All she was looking for was a nice procedure before we left for an extended family trip to the midwest, which was a disaster as it was very difficult and awkward for both of us. The stares and double looks and the need to give long explanations to friends and family AND HER PARENTS was beyond uncomfortable.
After two days the bruising got a lot worse. I suggested she go back in to see Stacy with the hope there was something that could be done. Apparently all she got was shock at how bad it was and a question of «maybe your anemic?».
I was, and still am dismayed, that «the medical spa» did nothing to try and help her. I asked her if your spa still charged you for her procedure? She said yes. Any make good on a future visit??? and she said no. My wife was a big fan of her and her staff. That is why she has been a customer for over five years. To let her leave there banged up after a cosmetic procedure is unfortunate, very much so. I know accidents happen but to not follow up on it and make her comfortable now, to me is unacceptable. I emailed Stacy and made the points above and she answered back with basic «patient doctor confidentiality», which I get. I emailed her back acknowledging that fact, but asked her how she would handle this and she never answered back.
There are way to many providers in the area that are far more capable and competent to use them ever again. Look elsewhere.

My followup visit with Stacy was a disaster. Im not sure how they can keep their «Medical Spa» license. Stacy decided that my past treatment would need one follow up. After leaving two messages to make an appointment no one called me back. On a third try I was told they would call me back in a few minutes and they never did. The next day I left another message and finally made an appointment. Upon arrival Stacy and the receptionist looked in three areas for my file and after 15 minutes couldn’t find it admitting that «the file system was disorganized and they are trying to straighten it out» As a customer this is unnerving. Stacy could not remember what my treatment was 6 weeks earlier or what her plan was for this followup appointment. I ended up leaving and Aesthetically Pleasing Medical Spa never contacted me. I assume my confidential medical file with my personal medical history is lost. My experience was low end and unprofessional.

I am so happy! I just had the new five year filler, Bellafill, injected in to the problem areas around my mouth and by the sides of my nose leading down to the mouth. The results exceed my expectations!
It’s not surprising, though. I have been a client of AP Medical Spa for over a decade, and have had numerous different procedures performed (all successfully) by the very talented owner, Stacey. I have had Botox, Fractionated Laser, other treatments, and now Bellafill. Thanks to Stacey’s artistry and commitment to doing the very best for her clients, I don’t look my age. At least my skin doesn’t! I can’t recommend AP Medical Spa enough.
Jerri H.

I visited this lovely little establishment because I had a Groupon for a Botox treatment that actually expired in August this year. The fabulous staff applied the value of my Groupon to the service. Stacy the owner gave me a fantastic consultation and expertly injected Botox. The atmosphere is just the right mix between spa like vibe and clinicall credible reassurance. Best of all no one tried to upsell me into 1 million services or products as I was checking out. I actually had to ask to buy a couple of things to take home with me. I don’t often frequent spas or med spas, partly because I don’t feel comfortable… But I will definitely come back here.

I met with Julie for dermaplaning treatment and was very impressed with the time and care she took in doing the treatment – despite it being a Groupon. Very talented aesthetician!

Stacey is amazing, very talented and listens. I am a physician and feel that Stacey is more knowledgeable than some dermatologists when it comes to cosmetic procedures and in my personal experience, Botox injections. She is just a great person and resource!!!

Great service. I received laser hair removal treatments through a Groupon. They did not sacrifice good treatment due to the coupon and still maintained excellent service. The laser was very successful! The ladies were very attentive and pleasant. I would recommend them hands down! I have received laser treatments from other spas and did not get the same results.

UPDATE: Instead of getting an apology or a refund. the owner told me to remove my review because I must have gotten the wrong business. I sent her a copy of my bank transaction and a complete explanation of my experience but Unilocal had already filtered my review from their profile. I guess they assumed they did not have to respond to me after that. Spend your money somewhere elsewhere.
Initially came here because I was given a gift certificate for my birthday.
In addition to my gift cert. I purchased an additional 25 units of botox for my 11’s in the amount of $ 250.00. This was more than I have used in past for this area but technician told me my results would last longer. I usually have great results with 18 units at Avalon Laser.
I waited 10 days… and another week. and nothing. No change in 11’s whatsoever. I emailed the office with photos and no response. I emailed them again and asked for a refund since I had no change, supplied photos and never heard back. Not sure what is going on here but it has never happened to me before and between my purchase and my gift cert. almost $ 400.00 was spent here with no results.
The fact no one ever responded to me is the reason I opted to write the review. It is disrespectful and I feel as if I was taken for my money.

I have been going to Aesthetically Pleasing for years. Stacey is knowledgeable and caring. I have received the best results from Aesthetically Pleasing. Would highly recommend.

It took moving away from Encinitas to Oregon, to realize just how good this little spa is. They’re super nice and welcoming. Stacey is an excellent injector. The results are incredibly natural looking and last a long time. I’ll be back, soon as I find a cheap airfare to get me down there. You guys are the best!

I found this place via groupon, and they had a great deal, but the only downfall is you would have to pay a bit extra for more laser coverage on the package (I wasn’t aware of it during the groupon purchase till I officially showed up) — No biggie because I Love the lady who does my laser procedure here. I think her name starts with an M… Madaline? lol– She really turns up the setting on laser to make sure that I feel something before she proceeds to finish the area on my legs. I love how she is through with her work, and she doesn’t miss a spot. There are other places that I have gone, and the setting is so low that I’m not sure myself if it’s doing anything, and they’re not as precise as this lady.

The best Botox injection I’ve had! I’m so scared of needles but Stacy calmed my nerves quickly. I barely felt the injections. Nice, friendly and clean establishment.

Best medical spa in Southern California. I have been going to Aesthetically Pleasing Medical Spa for 7 years and I have always been happy with the results. Stacy is not only an RN, but an artist when it comes to treatments. Never overselling and always explaining the procedures and honestly approaching what services are most beneficial for the best results for the individual, she never pushes products to make a sale and always explains every procedure. There is no pretense at AP Spa like you often find at other medical spas. I trust Stacy and her skills in Botox, IPL, fillers peels, and lasers. Stacy also has a great staff who are experienced and professional. I relocated an hour away and always make the drive to see Stacy because finding someone you trust who is professional and truly caring in this business is practically impossible to find. I found it at Aesthetically Pleasing Spa and highly recommend them.

I went back to AP Medical Spa this week for another treatment. I need to look a little younger for a conference next week. Thanks everyone. You did a great job and I was in and out quickly.

I was desperately nervous to get Botox, and so went to Stacy because I heard she was «gentle» and takes her time. She spent many minutes discussing the procedure with me and set up a Skype consultation with a medical doctor to further reassure me.
Stacy knows her stuff (she’s a nurse), which was very comforting and I never felt pressured or gyped.
My experience at AP was great and I’ve already referred my friends who’ve had botched Botox to Stacy for better and more natural results.
Next I’m going for the fillers!
Highly recommended.

In my consultation with Stacy Grissen, I was able to ask questions, get straight forward answers (where I didn’t feel like she was upselling me… just explained all the options) and we laid out a plan of treatment over the next year for areas that I identified. I felt listened to and understood. Stacy made suggestions that made sense for me, my age and lifestyle.
In the last six months, I have had both a chemical peel and IPL. Both produced fantastic results in texture, correcting discoloration and sun damage. I have been very pleased.
I’m even getting many of my skin care products from the spa. I’m in love with SkinCeuticals Serum and my new Vivite daily moisturizer. She made fantastic recommendations.