The SkinSpa Institute

This is the best Spa in Long Beach. It is quiet, clean, and refreshing. The message therapists are very professional and the messages, facials, and treatments are amazing! They specialize in helping with skin issues such as dryness. The Spa Director Crystal did my message, treatments, and facials herself. This Spa is definately worth a trip.

If I could give it zero I would. Struggling with my cystic acne and stress I got a recommendation to visit crystal after being on acutain and not liking the side effects. I went off it when crystal told me how bad it really was. Spending roughly 500-750 with her in 3 visits I thought we had a good relationship. I went to my dermatologist and he had said to try acutain again which crystal had said she recommended for very bad cases. I thought sure put me back on it. I told her she flipped out and blocked my number because it got in her feelings when I told her it was a mistake and I had contradictory statements from everyone based upon their morals. Everyone had the answer. Not working with me anymore left me with 400-500 dollars in products I guess I can use? So to you crystal thanks for leaving me high and dry in one of the most stressful times of my life.

I love supporting local privately owned businesses and The SkinSpa is one of them! I have been a member here for over a year now and I always look forward to my facials. Everything is clean and everyone is very knowledgeable. Getting a gift certificate for the next holiday for man or women would be a wonderful idea!

I highly recommend The SkinSpa Institute in Long Beach for any of the services they offer. I have known the owner, Christal, for almost 10 years and she is a real hands-on owner. She is there providing services and managing her business. It is a lovely place to relax and receive a treatment that is very therapeutic.

I came to SkinSpa to get a chemical peel. It was my first peel and Christal was extremely informative. She went into extensive detail on my skin type and condition. I learned a lot about my skin and skin in general. The treatment Christal provided was also very thorough. She took her time and explained every step. It was obvious that she cared about her work and took pride in it. After the treatment she explained in detail several products that she believed would be helpful to me but there was zero pressure to buy them. She even told me to text her photos of what I already use at home so she could see if they could be worked into my regimen. I’m happy with the results of the peel and also very grateful for the knowledge that I gained. I’ve been much more successful at taking care of my skin since.

Ok so let me tell you about this business “place”!!! Hopefully that got your attention because this is just not an any place, its truly my Zen, my Jing to my Jang. I love this place so much that when I moved back to West LA, I could not cut ties. I have had skin issues since I can remember. Acne, scarring, pigmentation, you name it. I have combination skin so im all over the place depending on this crazy climate we have. I must say it took a good year or so to get my products down, the products that work with my skin, interchanging them as the climate change. I love the fact that there is a treatment for almost every budget. This is not your run down Spa Envy type. The owner is a skin whisperer. She does an amazing job and my face has never looked so clear, bright, and clear. I am to a point that I feel comfortable not wearing make up every day. The next thing I want to talk about is the products. I found this place looking for a Spa in Long Beach that sells Epicuren. Christal carries Epicuren and my new favorite Guinot. I have recently stated to try DMK products and I am in love with the Revise A cream (try it!!!). Yes, the products are more on the high end pricey stuff, but I tried all the Nutrogena, Revlon and well anything else half the price, but it did not work for me. I suppose everyone’s needs are different and react different to each product. Cristal has never been pushy or made me feel like I HAD to buy anything, which I appreciate. She started off giving me samples, and I SAW the difference it made on my skin. I don’t know about anyone else on here but if you find a product that delivers you would buy it, correct? I finally decided to be a member and its probably one of the best things I have done for myself. Like I mentioned before, I live in West LA and I have a hectic schedule. No matter what my schedule is, Christal always has time and squeezes me in when she can, and for that I am truly thankful for. I do want to say that change takes time, work and money and if you are ready to invest some money into yourself, you will not regret it. Needless to say, this place rocks!

I’ve gotten a facial twice and left with moisturized and glowing skin. The bed I believe is heated and oh so comfortable! The last time I got a facial was with esthetician Christal who is also the owner. I learned so much about my skin and how to care for it. She told me my skin type and how to care for my skin. I fell in love with Guinot facial products and used it for a good year and it helped me skin improve. In addition, she got me hooked on mineral makeup and I love Jane Iredale cosmetics.

I walked out spending over $300.00 that day but it was worth it because I learned so much about my skin and use products that have really helped improve my skin.

I also came in for a manicure. It was pricey, but it was such a deluxe manicure!

I highly recommend Christal because she will educate you on your skin type and if you care about your skin and remember her advice your skin will improve!

The spa is located right across from COSTCO.
The spa is small, but cozy!

Lizzy who specializes in oncology facials was awesome pampering my mom who had been going through chemotherapy. My mom came out of her facial relaxed and rejuvenated. Lizzy was able to take care of my mom’s skin issues that she had been dealing with due to the side effects of her chemo treatments. And better yet get her on a regular regimen to help her skin heal. Thanks Lizzy you’re an angel!