City Laser Clinic

This place is amazing. I come here to get laser and juvederm (lips) treatments done. Rena is the one who’s been taking care of me and I have to say she is just amazing, a true gem. I have gotten my lips done with her ever since I did the first time last year. I was a bit scared my first time but she reassured me and made my experience very pleasant. I recommend this place to anyone interested in those treatments. The prices do sound too good to be true and I have to admit I was a bit skeptical my first time but I am so happy I discovered this place. I have no personal interest in posting this review, I am only doing it so women like me know that this is a legitimate place to get services done.
PS: I LOVE my lips :)

Service is standard. The front desk person used to be somewhat standoffish. There’s also one time when the nurse who handled me was different and she used a more powerful machine. She said that it’s expected that it’s going to hurt. Mind you my pain tolerance to laser is decent and I rarely complained but at that time, it hurt and I got some burnt. The treatment wasn’t quite as effective as it usually was. Hair grew quickly compared to the usual.
While some people seemed to get better treatments, my experience hovered between 6−8÷10. Maybe because I’m young and not dress that well (think casual SF attire)? Some people mentioned to get there early to get numbing cream but when I did asked, they said I have to get it for a price. They have some aloe though for after treatment.
The treatment works though for me and I see some major hair reduction so I guess it’s a place to get the job done. Location is definitely a convenient. It’s at the heart of SF’s downtown/​Union Square.

It was a pleasant first time experience, very clean office and professional staff. I was greeted and provided with answers to all of my questions related to laser procedure (as it was my first time). It actually worked, and I saw results after the first time. Returning for more.

Currently obsessed with my results from city laser! Marina is the sweetest & gave me 5 star service. She listened to what I wanted & thoroughly explained Juvederm & what to expect. I will definitely be back here for my touch ups Ina. Few months & I’ll be booking with Marina. Minimal pain through her technique and the numbing cream. Also, can’t beat the price!

First of all, this review is way over due! I absolutely love City Laser Clinic! Everyone is so nice and personable and complete experts at what they do. Thank you girls!
Rena preformed my treatment and she was great! I was super nervous about getting anything done to my face but Rena’s amazing personality put me at ease. She explained the entire process so I knew what was happening and what to expect. She started by applying topical numbing cream over my entire face. After about 15 minutes my face felt completely numb and Rena started with the treatment. The procedure lasted about 30 – 40 minutes and it was fairly painless. Immediately after the treatment my face looked red, and felt hot and taut. Rena advised me to use a basic moisturizer at night (no active ingredients like retinol) and use sunscreen during the day. As I was walking to my car the cold San Fransisco air felt really nice against my skin.
For the next few days my face felt like sandpaper. On day 7 I started to peel, for the next few days I peeled as well. On day 10 my skin was glowing! My pores looked smaller and my dark spots diminished, exposing a more even skin tone. I would highly recommend City Laser Clinic!

I’ve been coming to City Laser Clinic for almost a year — and I have to say I have no desire to try a new place at all. The staff here is great and the results are exactly what I was looking for.
I always book with Marina — and she’s AMAZING. She is so friendly, kind, and genuine — she always converses with me and remembers everything about me (including my personal life). She makes you feel like she really cares and that you are in safe hands. I also really like how honest she is, she has even talked me down from getting too much because she said I didn’t need it. (saved me money, and from looking ridiculous) Bottom line — she’s wonderful and I don’t want to see anyone else.
I definitely recommend this place.

Referred to Marina and HIGHLY recommended by Raina /
and Dr. Maddie Deutsch /

Definitely the best place for hair laser removal. I had my underarm hair laser removed here and 2 years later I only got 4 hairs grown back on each underarm. Each of the session was 5mins, the machine was so great so it went really deep and effective. I have recommended all my friends and family to this place. It’s worth every penny!

With great pleasure that I come to this clinic. Always leave them a beautiful and happy. Staff very positive and very cool. I love this place.

I like the prices at this clinic, but one critical area they could improve upon is the discretion and privacy with which they handle the client check in and out. The receptionist desk is part of the waiting area and there is no buffer between it and other clients. The admin staff never lowers their voice when speaking your name and procedures and prices. It becomes rather vulnerable to be discussing promotions/​prices and procedures when everyone is watching and listening. The same is true for phone conversations, so even when you’re not there, waiting clients know your first and last name and what you are discussing. I have been going to this establishment for a few years, but this one aspect of their practices has been wearing on me, and if I don’t return, it would be for this reason.

I’ve been going to see Marina for 5 years and had a number of hair removal treatments done. All have been more than successful. I have always gotten packages with free touch ups which are a must in my opinion. Honestly, hair removal has been the best beauty investment for me and Marina makes the process enjoyable and fun.

simply the best place to get beautified! Starting with hospitality, where they make you feel like home and at ease, finishing with the products and beautiful results.
I have a fear of needles and a low tolerance for pain. Rena did laser and some injections that I couldn’t even feel! The results were as I expected, which is the most important part, as Rena listened. Her hands are magical. Will come back for sure! Highly recommend!

I had face laser hair removal treatment. They were so friendly and I had a really good experience.

Love Marina I’ve been coming here for 5 years already and Marina has always done my Vi peels. She is confident and knowledgeable on what she is doing and makes sure I peel ALOT !! Which I love because the more you peel the better the RESULTS. I’ve gone to other places for VI peels and none I REPEAT none are better then when Marina does it on you. Not only does she leave your skin looking great, she also becomes someone you can trust and talk to I love her

I’ve been going to City Laser Clinic for years for hair removal and other treatments, and it is time I finally review them! This place combines high quality treatments with great service and an elegant atmosphere, AND an amazing price.
The staff here is always friendly and helpful and go out of their way to make the client comfortable and satisfied. In particular Desiree; she is just a great person overall and cares so much about her job. She is efficient and highly skilled, and makes every visit fun and pampering. I highly recommend requesting her for your treatments. Thanks Desiree!

I was told that after 6 treatments, 80% of my hair would be gone. After 6 treatments, it was obvious that I would need more treatments, so I bought more treatments. In the end, I had 15 treatments and spent over $ 5,000 and maybe I have a 10% reduction in hair.
If this company had not given me false information, I would have no complaint. The problem is that their assurance of 80% reduction was not met after the promised 6 treatments and after 15 treatments, still not met! Instead of admitting that they were wrong, they kept telling me all I needed was a few more treatments, which is how I ended up spending so much money.
Not an ethical company. Don’t go here in an attempt to save a few bucks, it’s not worth it. If they’re dishonest about this they are likely dishonest about other things as well — safety, staff qualifications, cleanliness, etc.
Am posting a few pictures of me now (after $ 5,000).

Rena and her staff are amazing. Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable. A great experience.

For botox and lip fillers:
I have an embarrassingly bad fear of needles. In fact, I usually pass out when I’m even in the same room as one. I’ve done it once to poor Marina… who was right there to make me feel relaxed, comfortable and is so professional. She has years of experience, and she knows how to make me feel calm and confident about being poked and pricked :) I’ve seen her about 4 times now over the past 2 years and have never had any bruising, drooping, any issues at all. She’s always listened to me and what I want, and helps keep my look natural. Nobody can ever tell I’ve had botox or gotten my lips filled slightly! It’s wonderful.
I only trust City Laser Clinic with my face. It’s nice to have found a professional group who is also friendly and accommodating. I’ve referred about 4 or 5 of my girlfriends and continue to do so, would definitely recommend!
**For the lip, I highly recommend going 30 min early to use their numbing cream. A must. It doesn’t hurt very much, but if you’re like me and afraid of needles it’s helpful. Botox doesn’t hurt at all– they use a thin needle that does a great job with covering the full area needed.

Two words: Complimentary wine. Genius! I can’t think of a better way to prepare your body for a laser zapping your hair follicles out of commission than a free glass of wine! I usually schedule my appointments for right after work when I’m starving anyway, so a single glass of wine goes a long way.
City Skin has actually been a life changing experience for me. The Russian lady in charge gave me the heart to heart I should’ve got from my mother 15 years ago. Apparently, me bleaching my mustache a bright blonde does not make it invisible… The truth is hard. Thank you.
4 Stars, but only because i have had to wait up to half an hour after my appointment time to be seen, BUT… there’s not much to complain about when the wine, nuts and dates are in infinite supply. Also, the estheticians are incredibly friendly and personable.
Keep on zappin’ ladies!

I have found not only my fountain of youf, but my Jellostone geyser!
The opulence of Maiden Lane aside (Ah yes, Fifi, let me duck into my spa after shopping at Hermés, dahling), the location is convenient and the prices are astonishingly reasonable.
I worked with Rena, an RN who is equally convivial, comprehensive, and beautiful, and — I’m sorry — but if I’m coming in for aesthetic work, I like for my practitioner to be aesthetically pleasing. She is a good representation of the enhancements one can opt for at City. Fillers, toxins, and non-​invasive peels galore. They carry the ViPeel product which is a prettier version of the entire movie of Face Off. You know, because when you’ve been jabbed by multiple needles kewpie doll style, the peel MUST be non-​invasive, of course!
I vill be back.