05/11/09

Rude Management and very high prices!

by Michelle17230

Our group of girls went there for a bachelorette party. It turned out to be a very awful experience for us from start to finish. One of my close friends organized the event for the girls and when she called to make an apointment she told them that we had about 10 girls and some of them (we werent sure how many of them) would be getting a mani/pedi that day. The lady working there told her that the manicure was $20 an the pedicure was $30 . When we arrrived we asked for a packet with all the prices and treatments. Turns out the pedicure for just a basic pedicure was $50! The manicure for the basic manicure was $40. Everyone was very shocked with the high prices because we were told it was less expensive beforehand, especially just for the basic one on top of that. So anyway some of the other girls decided not to go along with it because they couldnt afford that. My friend and I decided just to get the pedicure then. Turns out when we were paying the manager was very rude and told my friend that because she booked an apointment that $65 would be charged to everyone there or on my friends card. My friend told her that you never said that on the phone and the prices were a lot higher than we had expected. Turns out the manager there wasnt going to budge at all and we had to go tell the rest of the girls that they had to or their card would be charged. I was soooo shocked!! I never never had such a bad experience at a spa before in my life! Also, the pedicure I had was so basic that compared to the places I normally go to was not even as good for 1/3 of the same price. It was very ridicoulious! I just thought I would warn people here of our experience at this place before they decide to go.

• Pros: Nothing
• Cons: High price, rude manager

01/15/09

One NAME Ashley Brierton

by faithbegora

She know's her stuff. You will not find anyone better!!!!!!!!! She could be a doctor with her knowledge of skin. I am so glad I found her my face is brighter and younger.

• Pros: awesome
• Cons: none

11/28/08

Best Facial I have ever had

by Roxy109

I have been going to Kinara for the past three years because I wouldn't let anyone except Asia touch my face. She gives an amazing facial. Skilled, and professional. When I first came to her I had blotchy dry spots on my face. Through her knowledgeable assessment of my skin, wonderful touch and choice of products I no longer have dry spots. I highly recommend her.

11/21/08

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR CARIN KINGSLAND

by CarinK1

If you are looking for Carin Kingsland she is no longer at Kinara. She is now over at Christopher Watts Esthetics, West Hollywood. Hope to see you there!

10/22/08

CARIN KINGSLAND ROCKS!

by rocmom

Carin Kingsland at Kinara is the best facialist in LA! Carin has the magic touch. My skin is so sensitive that usually I leave facials all red and blotchy. Not so with Carin - I leave her facials with smooth and glowing skin. I know several friends who swear by her too. She is simply the greatest!

10/22/08

BEST FACIAL EVER~!

by ek001

On a recent visit to Los Angeles - my skin broke out - and my friend recommended that I go have a facial at Kinara and make sure I get Carin Kingsland - first time I called she was booked at the time I originally wanted and I almost went to see someone else - but my friend insisted that Carin is great and that since I was in town for a while I should make it my business to go see her - so I called back and got an appointment with her later in the day. I now understand why my friend insisted I see her - after I told her what problems I was having with my skin - she analyzed my skin for herself and provided a facial that was customized for my skin type and the problems I was having. After the facial when I looked in the mirror I had NO red marks like one usually does after extractions - Carin told me she loves extractions - no joking - she did a great job - and I couldn't recommend her enough! Now anytime I am out in LA - I make sure to book my appointment.

• Pros: A soothing experience all around
• Cons: absolutely nothing

10/21/08

I never usually write reviews, but........

by Wendy25

I am 38 years old, but have always been told I look 28. I attribute that to tthe fact that I have been getting facials every month for years. I went of f the pill a few months ago and my skin went crazy. My face was covered with pimples and so oily, not to mention splotchy. I guess I am a bit vain, but I did not even want to go out and see people because I felt so self conscious. My friend recommended me to see Carin Kingsland at Kinara, she said she would help me. She did the best extractions, which is something I requested. Some facialist don't want to take the time to really extract all the impurities, but Carin did. She spent SO much time discussing the best method of treatment for my skin and the best products for my skin type. It has only been a couple of weeks and my skin is night and day. I never realized that my change in hormones would also mean a complete change in the types of products I shoud use and how I should care for my skin. Carin explained it all to me and made it easy to follow-my skin is glowing and the concealer is back in the drawer.

• Pros: Parking is so easy, very relaxing, friendly staff

10/14/08

Best facial ever with Galina!

by olga777

Being Eastern European I have always been obsessed with skincare and taken really good care of my face. I have tried almost every facialist in LA, but the best facial I've ever gotten was at Kinara.

Galina was amazing! She was so knowledgeable, she is like the professor of skincare. She educated me about making my daily skin routine more effective. I've followed her advice and my skin has never been better.

What was was so unique about Galina's facial is the extraction. Usually when i've gotten facials the extraction has been very superficial so my skin never felt fully clean. After my typical facials I could still see dirt in my pours. But Galina was so meticulous and thorough in her extraction process that my skin glistened. If you want a super clean facial, Galina is the one for you.

I've never walked out of a facial feeling so confident about my skin. It glowed! No blotchiness, not redness, nothing! I wish I could afford to see Galina every couple of weeks. My skin would love that :)

The Spa is beautiful and you will feel very Zen there. Treat yourself to the best facial in town. It'll cost you, but totally worth it :)

07/13/08

Best Facial

by erinlovesfood

Kinara gives AMAZING facials. Asia is the best. She is friendly, informative and gets your skin clean! I really enjoyed the whole experience and highly reccomend getting a treatment there. They also sell every good product on the market and don't push you to buy stuff. Again, Asia gives a great facial.

• Pros: Facials
• Cons: None

06/11/08

Skin Guru

by Shinjuku

CARIN IS NO LONGER AT KINARA- SHE IS NOW AT CHRISTOPHER WATTS ESTHETICS IN WEST HOLLYWOOD.

I have been searching for years for a great esthetician and I have finally found her! A friend of mine recommended that I try out Kinara because I had been having major hormonal breakouts. The receptionist recommended Carin Kingsland and said that she would be perfect in helping me figure out my breakouts. She is a master with Asian (me) and Latin skin. How could I resist. Having worked at a dermatologist for 6 years and now at Kinara since they opened she definitely knows her stuff. She suggested products, changes in my diet, a detox plan, supplements and even a endocrinologist to help me sort out my hormone levels. My skin has never looked this good. CARIN ROCKS!

• Pros: AMAZING FACIALS, Red Carpet Facial Kit, Fabulous Boutique for gifts
• Cons: Front desk seemed overwhelmed during check in/out