Alma Holistic

I loved getting a facial by Alma. She is really great at what she does and cares so much. I love how she told me exactly what type of skin I have and how to care for it. She also suggested some amazing all natural products to use. I got a lot of compliments on my skin for the next several days! :)

I have been going to Alma’s skincare salons for over 20 years and I am still amazed at her confident, relaxing, and calming technique. Her facials are the best!
Alma stays abreast of the latest developments and technology and will recommend the best services and products for you. She uses only holistic products and focuses on you as a whole person. You will walk away feeling refreshed, relaxed and beautiful!
The shop is beautiful, clean and inviting. Parking can be a challenge but there is usually street parking and a garage nearby, so allow a few extra minutes. The neighborhood is fun with great shops and restaurants so you can make an afternoon of it if you like.
I highly recommend Alma Holistic services.

Alma is amazing. I don’t know if it is her as a person or her techniques that are so healing. I am really in good hands with her, she really takes good care of her clients in their entirety. I came to her on the recommendation of my acupuncturist because my skin had been breaking out for almost a year and I’m in my mid 20’s… no fun. My skin has healed considerably and I have only just started seeing her. I’ve been getting facials for years but none have come close to Alma, I won’t let anyone else touch my face now! I hate it when people recommend product and treatment without knowing me or my background. She has integrity and stands by her techniques and products. She really has that magic touch!

Alma came highly recommended by my doctor. I had made it into my late twenties with only the occasional breakout. Now, for whatever reason, my skin has gone crazy, def hard on the self-​esteem and social outings. Then my doctor gave me Alma’s number — Alma is who she goes to for overall beauty wellness. Alma is warm, funny, gracious and beautiful. She took one look at me and knew I needed to change my diet. Once I made those changes, my skin AND tummy felt SOO MUCH BETTER! Aside from the occasional premenstrual blemish, my skin has improved and now remains balanced and glowing. Love the stem cell products by Lira as well. Thanx Alma!

I love Alma Holistic! I have only seen her a couple of times and I wanted to wait to make sure I gave an accurate review; but I have had such a great experience with Alma and her skin care!
I have just started using the product she recommends, and her facials are amazing. I see her for the microcurrent but I’m sure we will try other treatments in the future. I have been so happy with the improvement in the inflammation and overall appearance of my skin that I can’t help but share! Although I’d like to keep her to myself!
On top of great services offered, Alma has a great presence about her that makes you feel very comfortable and she is very warm and open. I highly recommend her services and look forward to making use of them even more in the future! :)

Alma has completely changed my life with her Colon Hydro Therapy. I had been constipated pretty much my entire life. But with Alma’s suggestion and diet plan I changed my diet and eventually started becoming more regular– this is important for the best success when getting a colonic. So I felt I was ready and finally booked an appointment.
Alma was very comforting and the environment was very peaceful. During the treatment she even gave me a massage to help relax me. Afterwards I felt so light and had so much energy I couldn’t believe it. It was like I was high on life! I am now completely regular and feel like my digestive system is 20 years younger. And all of this, only after one treatment! I highly suggest going here for colon hydro therapy. I could not be happier with the results! I will even probably book another appointment soon just because my experience was so positive.

I was referred to Alma based on her excellent results with acne. I have had significant cystic acne for years and have tried multiple medications, dietary changes, acupuncture, various products, and on and on…
Although I feel that acupuncture, stress reduction and good nutrition helps, my skin really improved significantly after one session with Alma. I bought a package of facials with Alma and have continued to experience progressively clear skin. The painful, deep cysts have resolved. Now, Alma is working on the scarring via lactic acid peels (which are quite gentle). I also like the stem-​cell organic products that Alma uses and purchased the Lira bio-​balance serum for home use.
Overall, Alma is very skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate.
I highly recommend her for anyone with acne.

DO NOT GO HERE FOR COLON HYDRO THERAPY. By far one of the worst/​uncomfortable experiences of my life.
The practitioner was a new therapist — Elena Tellez. From what I read on the wall when I was laying on the table she got her license in September 2012. When I first laid down I got an awful hand massage with essential oil and massage oil with her latex gloves on.
As my procedure began she did not let me feel as if I was in control. When I told her I was uncomfortable she ignored it, and when I told her I needed to release she told me I still had a certain amount of time to go. I replied by saying are you watching the clock or are you listening to the needs of your client.
Finally on the verge of tears and uncomfortableness I finally raised my voice for her to turn off the machine. As cordial as possible I got dressed, payed and left. I would recommend this company hiring a more experienced hydro therapist or not offer the service what so ever.

I really liked Alma but this wasn’t great.
So here’s the story I bought a deal on Amazon specifically b/​c all the reviews for Alma are so great. Then bought a returning package of two more facials b/​c she asked that I trust her and that she needed time to work on my skin.
Then what happened?
1) Alma only did half of one facial, she had an assistance who was very nice but a very new esthetician do the rest of my facials :(
2) I did not see results, in fact, feels like my acne got worse :(
3) Finally I bought a couple of products that I ended up not using b/​c it wasn’t clear they were helping my skin and in fact might have hurt it.
through out my 3 sessions, I was hopeful that it would get worse and then magically get better. Alma’s assistant would proclaim I was making progress, but it didn’t feel like progress. Finally I went to a dermatologist who took a look at me for 5 mins, gave me cleanser/​scuba and some topical cream. told me to stop using the retinol Alma asked me to buy b/​c it was irritating my skin.
My skin is not perfect right now, but it is so much better than it was under Alma’s guidance and the change happened very quickly with no expensive products or facials.
Up to you, the facials itself are not bad… but my advice go to a dermatologist first and also realize that Alma is no longer doing the facials.

I love Alma! Thanks to her, my skin and my health have changed completely!
I first went to see her in 2011 seeking answers to lifelong acne issues and digestive concerns. She was able to transform my skin within just two months, using natural and safe products, and lots of loving touch along the way. With her assistance, I also completed my first-​ever cleanse. After 21 days of clean eating based on her simple protocol, and 3 hydrocolon therapy sessions, I have a whole new relationship to food and my body.
Alma has changed my life, and made me feel better from the inside out! And not only do I have radiant, clear skin with fewer fine lines, I also have a new friend in The City. Alma is a special healer, I always look forward to seeing her and enjoying an hour in her cozy den. Nowadays I visit her once a month for routine facials, complete with her incredible signature shoulder rub!
Try her now and thank me later!

I am very grateful to Alma! She has turned my skin around — which is very sensitive and acne-​prone. There are several ways that Alma stands out among other skin care providers — she is patient, tailors the treatment to the individual, is compassionate & sweet, and always makes me laugh. She is an expert at what she does. If you want beautiful, glowing, clear skin — Alma’s your gal.

I have been going to Alma for four years and plan on being a loyal customer for as long as she will have me. Never in my life did I think I could have clear and gorgeous skin, but somehow Alma worked miracles, and now I regularly receive compliments about my skin.
She is at the absolute top of her profession. I can’t imagine trusting anyone else with my skin. She keeps up to date with all of the current technologies and only uses and sells the best products — and yet her prices are still reasonable.
I also love Alma’s focus on wellness and happiness — she has made a difference not only with my skin but also with my lifestyle, health, and attitude toward life.
Thank you Alma! I would give you many more stars if I could!

Alma is fantastic. Had a series of colonics with her — was super comfortable and effective. Experience couldn’t be better!

Alma is the best! She is a master of her trade and I will not see anyone else for my skin.
She cured my acne as a teenager and I still go back on occasion when flare ups occur. I recall on one visit, she knew just by looking at me that I had been drinking lots of coffee and was under a bit of stress at the time. We spoke about it and she gave me pointers and tips to change my diet, completely above and beyond expectations, and of course it helped. Not only did she heal my skin but I also left that day feeling revitalized and re-​centered. Alma is a healer of not only the outside but also from within.
Every time I visit Alma, my skin looks better, I feel more confident, more alive, and focused. While she is the best there is for skin care, and I’m sure her training and education have been mentioned plenty before, the real magic is from her remarkable care and ability to cure the body. I believe skin care is her conduit, but the entire process is actually one of healing.
I can not recommend her highly enough, especially to fellow men who may be on the fence about making an appointment. You will not regret it.

Amy at Alma Holistic is great! I received an offer for sugaring and decided to try it out. I had no idea what sugaring was and Amy took the time to explain the ingredients and the process to me. It was interesting to find out that sugaring is all natural and in my opinion, hurts a bit less than waxing. Also, there is no «double dipping» into any wax jar, which makes this process really sanitary. Amy was very thorough with my arm sugaring, especially since I have very fine, light hair on my arms. My overall experience was great and Amy was very kind in explaining everything to me as well as doing a fantastic sugaring job.

Went to see Amy for a facial, and was so pleased! The Organic Facial was very thorough and Amy really customized it to my skincare needs. The décor is very cute and warm, gave me some ideas for re-​decorating my own house. I highly recommend Amy for your skincare needs. She’s very knowledge and very sweet!

I cannot say enough great things about Alma but will try! Alma treats you with a whole body perspective and her knowledge is so extensive. She makes you feel cared for and hopeful that she can help with skin issues and I am already seeing results after two treatments. Her products are gentle, non toxic and very well priced and she does not hard sell anything. Her primary concern is improving your skin from the inside out.

I wanted to give a 5 STARS RECOMMENDATION to Alma Arciniegas of Alma Holistic in San Francisco. By far THE BEST SPA in the Bay Area! First impression of Alma: warm, friendly, and knowledgeable.
She is extremely intelligent, has been well-​trained, and very passionate with her work. She also has a big heart! She’s polished, poised, and gracious! A woman with integrity that is transparent and honest… BEAUTIFUL!
She’ll make you feel very comfortable and will explain if needed on each step that she is taking, with the products she is using. Great experience!
Service I received was the Organic Facial and Massage:
The organic facial consists of Alma’s Organic Facial products that are purely derived from ingredients such as honey, white willow bark, grape seed extracts, and papaya enzyme. The facial is customized to your skin’s type and condition that utilizes the most active antioxidants to repair and nourish your skin.
Good quality products, good quality produce, and good quality service. Receive the best from the BEST OF THE BAY!!!
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Alma is extremely knowledgeable, warm and very helpful in skin and body care. I’d trust her with pretty much every part of my health and beauty regimen. My skin was glowing for days after the purifying facial, and Alma gave me some valuable tips on how to take care of my skin from the inside out. I’ve finally found the one! I really feel like I’m in the hands of the most esteemed and the best.

Alma is one of the best estheticians practicing in San Francisco. With over 20 years experience, Alma really knows her stuff and is a wealth of knowledge. I’ve been seeing her for 20 years. She is an anti-​aging specialist and has some of the best technology available for preventing wrinkles-​microcurrent.
I give her the highest recommendation possible… she’s got a great personality and it is a delight to be with. She also only uses the finest skincare available and does an excellent job at pampering you. Enjoy !!!