Affordable Skin Care Salon

Let me just say, I didn’t know I was getting bad facials until I started coming to this salon and they actually showed me what a good facial is! I don’t have acne, but I have suffered through bad break outs since I was about 16. Since coming here my «break outs» have been pretty much next to nothing. They started me on a regiment for my face with Hylunia products that has balanced out my entire face. I used to be super oily, and now actually can wear a moisturizer and not feel overly oily. I have made this place part of my regular routine and i could not be more happy!

Had my eyebrows waxed here and they did an excellent job. The staff was courteous and professional. The esthetician who did my eyebrows knew what she was doing and it was affordable as is mentioned in their name. Nice place!

I researched every skincare place known to man to see what would be the best fit for me and decided on Affordable Skin Care. The reasons being: it is affordable, the glowing reviews, the before and after pictures –the proof is in the pudding, and the fact that it is a woman owned business. Girl Power! I’ve been going for over a year and my skin looks so much better! Although I do not have hardcore acne, my ass is getting old (mid thirties), and my face needed a little TLC. Mary does an excellent job making my face look and feel like a baby’s butt when I walk out of there! No more clogged pores, no zits, no more dunlop stomach! No she didn’t fix my dunlop stomach. putting down the fork would probably fix that. Anyway, I would definitely recommend this place!

I am only writing this review because I moved and probably won’t be back to Philly to get another facial, so I guess I will let you all in on my skincare secret for the past several years. I never told anyone about this place because I didn’t want them to snatch up my appointment slots, lol.
I have seen several of the estheticians at Affordable skin care and had meh experiences, but Stephanie B is the absolute best esthetician ever. When I was having regular facials with her, my previously problematic skin was looking so good that I was literally getting stopped on the street to be asked how I got my skin to be so «glowy.» She is very knowledgeable about all things skin and she really balances talking during a facial and also just letting you relax. Also, if you suffer with hyperpigmentation, I highly recommend Stephanie because she knows the right combo of masks and potions to use during your facial to help alleviate it.
I am sad that I had to move away and leave Affordable Skin Care Salon, but hopefully this review will help somebody out there. Go see Stephanie!

The three stars are not for my facial services but for the stores inability to schedule and keep appointments.
I scheduled an appointment to have an acne stop facial with Mary. She was very knowledgeable and recommended some topical solution that rectified problems I was having with breakouts on my chest. I was so pleased, I made another appointment. I received a call saying Mary had to reschedule. Fine. We rescheduled for the 4^th of July. I asked if they were sure that would be a good day, and I was told yes. Of course, I get a call to reschedule and Mary’s schedule didn’t coincide with mine. So, I scheduled with someone else. I was then called again because of an emergency and they needed to cancel. No accommodations or credits. Just, «we can’t see you, how about another date???»
One cancellation is acceptable… not three, without some sort of concession.

So, I met Mary on Friday.
I think I kinda like her, but as the two star rating says, I’ve experienced better facials.
Mary was nice, we bonded over a personal experience, which I appreciated, and she seemed to know her shit, but at the same time she was distracted, walking away from the table more than once during extractions and at one point opening the door to flag down and talk to someone in the hallway.
As for the treatment itself, I had two facials with extractions done five days apart the first week of December that left no red spots and definitely no scarring, and I felt glowingly beautiful after each, but this treatment has left tiny scars all over my face.
She advised me that I probably don’t need to moisturize, which is something I’ve never been told once in 34 years, and a week later, I’m still not sure if I’m ecstatic or disappointed in that suggestion. The acne treatment I purchased might be working, but has my skin on Sahara, so I have been moisturizing anyway.
The part that bothered me most was, when her receptionist was unable to schedule me a reduced rate express facial (something like $ 40 vs $ 70) within their predetermined two week window (there was only ONE available slot in her busy schedule and it was during my work day), she didn’t extend the courtesy of the rate or offer a prorated discount.
**note: apparently I wrote this review in January of 2014, which was the first time I saw Mary and never hit submit. Sorry for the tardy. Everything still stands.

Another fantastic visit! The other Stephanie took care of me today. It was wonderful and my skin looks the best it ever has.

Tammi is wonderful. I like going here just to chat with her, though she’s awesome at her job too! I can tell when I’ve waited too long in between facials because it makes such a difference for my acne prone skin. I do the acne facial and the touch ups every month. Prices are very reasonable, service is great, and their products are excellent quality. Highly recommend!

I absolutely love this place! When I started coming here, almost 2 years ago, my appointments were always with Mary, the brainchild of this wonderful operation. She is awesome. She worked on my face diligently to where I started to see an immediate difference in my skin. After some time, I started to see another member of the team. Stephanie Burns. She is awesome as well and she is just as focused and diligent in caring for my skin. I appreciate her skill, professionalism, and her warm approach in working with me.
I’ve also recommended this salon to a few of my friends and they get services from back treatments and waxing to micro-​derm. I’ll continue to recommend this spot for its value and for its ability to work on women with brown skin successfully. As an African-​American, sometimes it can be difficult to find a skin care professional who can work with our skin issues, especially hyper-​pigmentation.
I’m thankful to have found this gem.

Tammi is amazing and very gentile. I love my facial and feel like my face is clean and refreshed. I love this little spa spot and the very reasonable prices. My hour long acne extraction was $ 65 plus $ 2 for CC service fee.
TIPs: Make appointment on line and be punctual. Also, pay with cash to avoid the $ 2 CC service fee.

This is not where you go for a full day of pampering. While it does have a serene, calming atmosphere — this is where you go to literally get your skin cleaned. Like others, I hesitate to write this because I love having it be the secret that it is but — if you, like me, want to get a facial because you want your skin to look good and don’t want to pay ridiculous overhead — this is the place. Mary — the owner, excellent and Michelle is also very good. I read some of the reviews of other people there that weren’t as good — very possible. But you won’t go wrong with Mary or Michelle — just know it’ll take at least 2 – 3 weeks, if not more, to schedule.

You should go here if you have $ 70 and an hour to throw away.
I had a facial with Stephanie and emphasized how much i wanted extractions. How many did she do? Like 4 and even with these, she didn’t remove what was inside. So frustrating to come back home and start finding all these things that i can squeeze out. The point of going to an aesthetician is for someone else to do it for you… Stephanie was good at putting masks on my face. but that does not make one an aesthetician. Really disappointed and sad about throwing away $ and my saturday afternoon. I can put masks and products on myself at home, I wish i could find someone who takes extractions seriously.
Also one of the towels she used on my face smelled moldy.

I have been going to Affordable skin care for years! Mary is a great person who cares about you and your skin. She is a great person who does a great job she helped me with my skin and her staff is great also her prices are great also!

Almost hesitated to write this review because I want this place to remain a secret! I’ve been getting a combination of acne stop and deep cleansing facials with Mary for over a year. Best facials I’ve ever had at a very reasonable price. Most recently I had a deep cleansing facial with Tammi who is excellent at what she does. My skin always feels clean, fresh and appears glowing after an appt. with these ladies. They do a very thorough job and I always feel extremely satisfied with the services. I live nowhere near the salon but will not be going anywhere else!

This place is truly amazing! I have had issues with acne for the past 10 years or so, and Tammi has helped me so much! In the past, getting a facial has been somewhat of an intimidating experience. Tammi’s kind nature and professional know how instantly diminished those nervous feelings I usually have when having my «trouble skin» looked at by a professional. A lovely place, and incredibly affordable!

Facials with Tammi are, quite literally, better than therapy.
She is endlessly welcoming and makes my skin look and feel incredible and glowing.
I’ve had several facials here at 5 – 6 week intervals, and the difference in my skin is amazing.

Hi, this is an update: Exactly two weeks and one day later – I have a hideous scar on my face from this place.
Tammy was the person I saw. I hate to name names. But no one should have to live with a scar because of a facial.

Let me begin by saying that for 14 years acne has defined my life.
Numerous dermatologists have said that my acne was so severe, they doubt there would be little improvement, unless I opted for heavy antibiotic treatment. I had already tried the normal dosage of antibiotics and abrasive skin creams, which made my stomach turn and skin beam with redness. How was I going to handle the HEAVY stuff? I spent those years trying products (pro-​active etc) that were expensive mixed with multiple health kicks (no-​dairy = no fun). The end result: no luck. My skin continued to be riddled with cystic acne. I continued to feel severely embarrassed, trying to cover up the red inflammation with expensive anti-​clogging makeup.
Today I looked in the mirror and almost cried tears of happiness. My face has never looked so good. Affordable skin Care, Mary, changed my life. A year and a half ago I walked through her door and every month since, my skin continues to look and FEEL amazing; I haven’t worn makeup in 10 months.
She has done for me what no dermatologist ever could.

I’ve been seeking a place that is affordable for a monthly facial (not a luxury if you are entering the era of acne-​plus-​wrinkles!) that includes the necessary extraction. I believe this is it.

I have always been jealous of people with that flawless, dewy-​fresh skin. I have always battled the occasional breakout and now I am staring wrinkles in the face — literally. Uggg
So to be as good to my skin as possible I have slowly developed an at home skin care regimen that works for me. However, every once in a while, I need a well deserved boost.
I have been to many salons both in Philly and south Jersey. However, Affordable Skin Care is at the top of my list. Admittedly it is close to my house, but that if far from why I love this place.
Their new space is lovely. Relaxing without overdoing the whole contrived Zen thing. They have an array of facials and body treatments to pick from, including microdermabrasions, which is my service of choice. They will analyze your skin and customize what products they use for your personal needs. Even better, their services are AFFORDABLE!
I have seen both Mary and Michelle and they were both great. Super friendly and you can tell they have a passion for what they do.
If your in the ‘hood and need a beauty boost, give these ladies a try. You wont regret it.