Elaine Face Work

First time going to her for an emergency last-​minute facial because of a sudden breakout and my usual esthetician was not available. But will be going back because I love how gentle her extractions are!
I’m super sensitive and almost cry during the extractions but just endured it until now because like my mom loves to say, no pain no gain haha. But with Elaine I don’t have to torture myself, plus I love how detail oriented she is. She spent a long time because I had so many white heads and my pores were all clogged up (blegh). And I could just feel how thorough she was with everything, like when she was wiping off the mask at the end. I don’t like having residue left on my hair and neck at the end of facials. Plus with her I didn’t have bad post-​facial hair, which I absolutely hate.
I was really impressed with her skills and showed my appreciation by tipping more than 25% in cash. Will definitely be coming to her from now on for extractions regularly.

So i thought it was about time I update my review here on Unilocal.I have now been seeing Elaine for over 2 years and i will still give 5 stars. Due to me moving then I won’t be able to go see her regularly. But I do want to give her the credit she deserves. My biggest recommendation is sent her way!

I’ve been to a wide variety of facialists — from cheap $ 40 chinatown to high-​end $ 400 celebrity-​endorsed ones — so I feel fairly confident in my ability to judge a good facial.
I emphatically trust her with my skin.
I’ve been visiting Elaine for a year now. I get monthly deep cleansing facials with microdermabrasion. My skin glows for days. Even with thorough extractions, my skin is never red afterward. Her services are well priced given the high level of service and high quality products she uses. She never pushes extra services or products on you.
Heads up — it’s just her at the space (no receptionist) so if she’s with a client, you’ll have to leave a message. She calls back when she gets a moment (usually within the hour).

Elaine is worth her weight in gold. Very reasonable for microdermabrasion. Her massage was incredibly relaxing. My skin feels new!

There’s a part of me that HATES writing this review! Why you ask??! Because this is my spot!
Before coming to Elaine, I had only ever received 1 – 2 facials in my 30 years. I moved to NYC, and made an appointment after reading Unilocal reviews just days after my move after noticing how the stress and the city was reeking havoc on my skin. Now since my first visit, I have been coming religiously every 2 weeks without fail. My skin has done a complete 180 and I couldn’t be happier.
Elaine is exceptional at what she does always offering honest advice and suggestions without being pushy. I’ll never stop coming here, she’s honestly the best in NYC

I went to Elaine for a Guinot facial and she was fabulous. The facial was relaxing but more importantly, she knew what she was doing and really took her time to address problem areas. She also noticed that I was very tense and gave me a great neck massage. She also didn’t try to push the sales of her products onto me. I have already booked my next facial with her and will definitely be going back to her on a regular basis.

Elaine offers great service and quality eyelash extensions that look full and natural… priced very well! Lasts about 2 weeks and Elaine is honest with her clients … If she feels your lashes need a break from the extensions she will let you know!

Elaine is super relaxing to be around and I enjoyed my service. Additionally after being given some samples and her gently explaining some of her products (Valmont and Biologique Recherché) I’ve been converted to both lines and am very happy with the results. The fact services are inexpensive is a great added bonus!

I come here religiously for facials. Even after I moved out to Long Island I would make the drive in to manhattan every couple of months because I couldn’t stand the thought of switching to someone else. Elaine is very gentle yet thorough. I love her face massages. She even adds on neck and shoulder massages to her facial routine. I just wish she would move out to Long Island!

I received an excellent facial from Elaine at a lower price relative to comparable places in the city. The spa was clean, professional, and I have no complaints. I would highly recommend and definitely plan on going back when I choose to get another facial.

Elaine deserves mucho love. Despite the place’s lack of internet presence, this is a REAL place that is professional, clean, relaxing. They care about experience, from the New Age-​Asian music in the background, to the towel laid upon your prone body.
I’m an eyelash newbie, and I was a bit surprised by the process. I was expecting more manicure environment, when it’s a bit more dentist office. I was a little frightened by the surgical mask, sharp scissors and tweezers, long-​armed magnifying glass and such, but that’s just me. Elaine calmed my nerves and I think I fell asleep at some points.
My lashes look natural and perky. The price is low, but the experience is high. For an Asian girl with short straight lashes, I’ve come to think that eyelash extensions are less indulgence and more pseudo-​necessity.

This place is great. Humble, Chinatown-​ey, but super posh products and Elaine is sweet and takes her time with you.

Okay I’m still a fan of Elaine’s but I wanted to update. It’s 2.5 weeks out and I only have 2.5 lashes remaining on each eye. Now this might be my fault, but I’ve done my best not to touch my eyes. I know touch ups are necessary at 2 or 3 weeks but I’d pretty much need a completely new set at this point. I think I’m going to try Megan at Eyelash NYC next and see how that goes. Her flat rate for a full set is higher but maybe they’ll last longer. I’ll keep ya posted. Thanks!
FYI they started falling off after 1 week and we were to ½ by 2 weeks I’d say. now 3 lashes on each eye– as of this morning that is.

I’ve been going to Elaine Face Work since the beginning. Her price is relatively modest compared to high quality of service and products that she uses. She is very patience with all of her clients and takes the time to understand the needs of each person that she works with. I worked in the fashion industry and sent all of my colleagues to her whenever anyone asked me where to get great facials. I am now in my thirties and has one child but everyone was shocked whenever I revealed my age since my skin complexion speaks otherwise. I highly recommend Elaine Face Works and you will not be disappointed with the service nor the price.

Went for the first time last night and cant wait to go back. Tried Elaine based on Unilocal reviews and I was not disappointed. Reasonable prices. She took a full two hours to do my basic facial and eyelash extensions. Other places will rush you through both processes in one hour total. Very cozy and clean, and she clearly knows what she is doing.

Okay Unilocalers, here’s a steal of a spa.
You’ll forget all about the funny name when you actually meet Elaine, who runs this small but CLEAN spa. Her shop has been open for a year and a half. No frills here but all white, new, sparkling clean.
Elaine was trained as an eastern European technician and uses Guinot product (much different from those Chinatown places that use whatever gunk they want to).
I go to see Elaine for Eyelash Extensions – I SWEAR she is the best at this. Very good at taking the time to make natural looking extensions.
The best part is her pricing, which is very modest — $ 40 for a basic facial and $ 90 for extensions. Stop by to pick up a menu of services.