Elena Skelton

I found great reviews about Elena on Unilocal and made an appointment this past week for microdermabrasion. She more than met my expectations. She is honest, knowledgeable, gentle and her prices are very reasonable. She took the time to help me better understand my skin and what could be done to help. She also did an excellent job waxing my eyebrows. Her office is peaceful and relaxing and she makes you feel comfortable the minute you walk in. I have already booked my next appointment!

I’ve been going to Elena for about 1.5 years. I first found her on Unilocal with great reviews and pricing and they were all true. I first went to her for a different treatment which she said I did not need and recommended something that would better help me… and she was right! I have been going to her for chemical peels and my skin has never been better. I’ve received many compliments from friends and coworkers that my skin looks really good. If you follow her recommendations (both procedures and skin care products), you should see the same. She also takes the time to listen to your problems and answer any questions or concerns you have. I highly recommend her and I will continue to go to her as long as I can.

Elena is the best! She takes the time necessary, is accommodating with schedules and makes such a difference with your skin. I have tried multiple treatments and would recommend anyone who wants to improve their skin to give Elena a call.

I visited Elena two months ago for the first time. I had light case of acne and skin irritation going on and was desperate for change. Calling literally down the Unilocal list on a Saturday for an appointment at any place for a facial, I got lucky that Elena answered my call. Long story short I walked in and she welcomed me and made me feel comfortable. She recommended a microdermabrasion and peel and I added the facial. Also I gave her the permission to remove all pimples. The next day my skin looked horrible I have to say, but she had warned me. I started peeling for two days and my skin cleared up right away. I ended up going every two weeks on and off with microdermabrasion and facial. My face is super soft now and barely any pimples or irritation. I m going tomorrow again to get some work done. By the way now that my skin cleared up, I’m only visiting her once a month.
Also I would like to add that she is super sweet and understanding, and did NOT sell me any products until I asked for advice.
Would I recommend her to friends and family? Yes!

I have been going to Elena for 1.5 years now. I get so many compliments on my skin after visiting her for service. She makes expert product recommendations and I will be a client forever. I LOVE her and am glad a friend of mine (who also has amazing skin) recommended her to me :)

My family and I have been going to Elena for years now! She is the BEST of the BEST! She is not only an expert on skin but she is also one of the most genuine and kind hearted people I have ever met! We trust her every move because she is incredibly knowledgable on ALL skin types as well as which products will benefit you. Her services provide you with a clean and professional experience that will leave your skin GLOWING! If you are craving a facial, interested in skin care products, or have any questions, GO SEE ELENA! You will not only leave her office feeling your very best but you will have also gained an amazing new friendship :)

I discovered Elena last week because I was in need for some ear candling/​coning services to remove excess wax from my ear canals and relieve some sinus pressure. It was a very clean, gentle and relaxing experience.
Ear candling has been around since ancient times and is VERY effective if you suffer from chronic sinus issues and I also hear it is ideal for vertigo/​dizziness. For me, there is no better way to remove wax build up as it is minimally invasive and does not cause any discomfort whatsoever.

I’ve been following Elena for years and absolutely love her! Services and products are all the best and I can rely on Elena to tell me what I need to use and what treatments will benefit my older skin! She is honest and knows her business, her products, and which products will work on each skin type. If products seem pricey they always go a long way and are well worth the cost! I will always see Elena for my skin care and highly recommend her!

So, sensitive as I am to my beautiful skin, I haven’t actually ever used Elena’s facial services.
But my wife has been going to Elena monthly for about five years, following her around from place to place because of the quality of her products, the individual attention Elena gives her, and the way her skin feels — and looks — after going to see Elena.
Even for a dilettante like me the awesome results are something to Unilocal about.
It took us a several months looking around to find a specialist my wife felt comfortable with, and having found Elena my wife will not go anywhere else. Part of it is her individualized approach, but mostly it is in the skill with which Elena determines what is going on and what can be done to help her customers. My wife comes out of her facials feeling satisfied and beautiful, and from my point of view that is priceless.
Elena is conscientious, diligent and cares a lot about her customers. There have been a two occasions when a new cream or procedure didn’t work as well as my wife would have wanted. Elena bent over backwards to correct, replace, refund and help. That’s how loyalty is built, folks. Keep up the outstanding work, Elena!

Elena is by far the best facialist I have experienced. Her European training makes her stand out from the rest. Her directness is refreshing. Elena’s knowledge is outstanding. I’ve paid much much more for really bad facials. When I leave, my skin is glowing. She provides the best and most gentle facial waxing ever!
I would see Elena on a strict schedule if my travel and work plams would cooperate. Elena’s products are not inexpensive, however they are of a very high quality, go a long way and do what they’re supposed to do. BTW — I have very sensitive skin and Elena is the only person to have NOT left any red marks or rashes or bumps on my face. I have no hesitation in recomending Elena Skelton for any facial or skin services she offers.

Elena, just because you sent me my check back does not mean I will not tell others about my experience. I should have left when I saw how outdated the place looks. Went into the examination room and she removed a towel from the table and replaced it with a fresh one I should have left. Elena what about the pillow case and sheets. Do these not get changed? My skin was crawling. Why I stayed when I had such a bad feeling is beyond me. Then she proceeded to lock the door «so no one will bother us.» I have been to facialist from all over the world from Russia to Ireland to Manhattan Beach. She is the worse one I ever encountered. I told her I only wanted a facial and nothing else. She put some cream on my face that made it burn. By the time I got home my skin red, hot, and puffy like I had a bad sun burn. Her extractions were done with an instrument that I have not seen in 40 years since I was in high school. I would post my picture by I am too embarrassed to allow others to see how bad I looked for a day after following my facial. I sent her pictures and she said it was normal. No, Elena it was not «normal.» She asked me to return so she could «fix» the problem after I sent her my pictures I went to Elena because I follow Unilocal reviews and hers were great. However, after waiting 3 weeks to post I felt I just had to tell others my experience. For the record I have never written a bad review on Unilocal that I recall.

Elena, your work ethics are exemplary! I have purchased a series of five chemical peels to deal with some facial darks and dry spots and I am already seeing a lot of improvements in my skin tone and look after 2 of them. You also added microdermabrasion to increase the effectiveness of the peel at no extra cost (which was unbelieveably low to begin with) You use only high standard products, do not push extra products just to increase your margins, work with whatever products I am already using, and give deep discount on other services. To top this off when you overbooked my appointment because of a scheduling error, my next appointment was free!!! I mean come on! How am I going to go to any other place for my facial after this… I am sold for life!

Elena is by far the best esthetician I have EVER come across. I am super super picky about what I put on my face ever since I broke out with cystic acne which caused hyper-​pigmentation and acne scars on my cheeks and jawline. About two years ago I tried microdermabrasion at a spa in beverly hills via a living social special and it was literally a waste of time and money. I was put in a room, scrubbed and sent on my way. The customer service was horrible, maybe because I had a living social coupon :/​. After months of research on various peels I stumbled upon the Vi peel which is safe for african american skin. (nc45 in MAC makeup). After reading soooo many positive reviews about Elena, I took a chance and called her up. She agreed to meet with me for a consultation for FREE. What won me over is the fact that she could tell that im a pimple popper and I dont use sunscreen. (bad habit). She advised she would not apply the Vi peel until I changed my habits and used sunscreen religiously because she was concerned about me getting the best effect from the peel. A month later I scheduled my appt with Elena and she explained the entire process step by step and she made the experience so comfortable for me.
People, this was my entire face we were dealing with. I was a nervous wreck. But somehow I knew I was in the best hands. With the Vi peel there are a few days of peeling and Elena explained exactly what would happen and what to look forward to. On day 4 (today) she called me to check on the progress!!! She gave more tips and reminded me of the do’s and dont’s. This woman is a godsend. Although its still too early to see a major difference, I can see and feel softer skin on areas that have already peeled.
I am so glad I made the choice to trust Elena. Her prices are lower than any other office I researched, she was flexible with her schedule, she gives you the honest truth (doenst try to upsell you on products) and shes gonna tell you what mistakes you’ve been making and what you need to improve. Oh yeah, at the consultation she asked me to bring in all the products I use on my face. Needless to say she told me to throw away 80% of the junk, lol, I was kinda embarrassed!
Im a frequent Unilocaler yall, I check Unilocal before I go to a new restaurant and things like that but I have never took the time to write a review. Elena deserves my honesty tho, so if this review helps just one person who is struggling with acne/​acne marks, hyperpigmentation or anyone who just generally wants healthier skin… PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE choose the best person in the south bay area.
Sorry this was sooo long lol but im still soo happy about starting my road to healthier skin you guys. Elena will NOT disappoint! :)

I honestly cannot say enough about Elena. She is an absolute gem and I am thrilled to have found her. I WILL NOT go to any other aesthetician, ever.
I found Elena because I was searching for someone to perform a Vi Peel on my face. I have never done a Vi Peel before and was a bit nervous. Her prices are very reasonable and fair. Don’t be discouraged by the low price for Vi Peel. The product is legit and Elena is priceless. Her patience, professionalism and passion are instantly evident. You will not be disappointed!
My skin looks amazing! I’m continuously getting compliments. My skin looks refreshed, healthy and clear. As a 35-​year old woman, getting rave reviews on my skin is the absolute best! I’ve already made my next appointment for my 2^nd peel in July.

Elena Skelton is amazing. I have been struggling with acne for years as well as some acne scars. I’ve seek help from my dermatologist and other estheticians and I would notice minimum improvements. When I met Elena, she analyzed my skin and began to inform me about different skin treatments that would be best for me. She customized my skin treatment and after 3 treatments, people began to notice the difference in my skin. I am so please with the results because it’s been years since the last time I’ve had clear skin. I highly recommend her. She stays in contact with her patients and offers suggestions that will help improve your skin. She really cares about her patients. She is truly a keeper. Thank you Elena!

10 stars for Elena! She is by far the best asthecian I have ever been to, and I’ve been to a lot. I found her while looking for someone who does vi peels and have been going to her once a month since. I have acne prone skin and since I’ve been seeing her my face has improved drastically. I have gotten peels, microdermabrasions and facials. Prices are very affordable compared to other places I’ve been. I highly recommend her if you’re having problems with acne.

1, she works around my budget.
2, takes her time for consultation and open to any questions.
3, very direct to her opinions and gives idea of what should be done on my skin. (This may hurt feeling a little bit but you need honest opinions)
4, her facial massage is so good. I can not help fall in sleep. ;)
Highly recommend Elena.

I met Elena through Living Social. I live in Burbank and was happy to drive the distance for treatments. Now that I have had a few, I am happy to make the drive again! She has a really gentle touch, very relaxing! She is also awesome at talking to you (in detail) about what is going on with your skin. You don’t get the feeling she is trying to pitch products, just the real deal. you know? Def a tough find in the skin industry. I totally recommend her! She usually has specials going on, call her to find out the latest!

I have used Elena for several years now, she used to be at another spa and then decided to branch out on her own. It is further than I would normally travel, but after using the old spa 3 times I realized no matter what I had to follow Elena to her new premises. I’m so glad I did, she is kind and courteous, and about 3 weeks ago I had an appointment with her that I had to cancel due to my work scheduling — she knew I was going on vacation the next day, and she phoned me and told me she would come back later that evening for me which was perfect — all of us ladies know you don’t want to go on vacation without having your wax!!! Also, for the first time last week I tried a facial, normally I get this done at Burke Williams — Elena was much less expensive I couldn’t say it was better but it was certainly on par.
Karen Derbyshire

I have followed Elena for the last 7 years because she is THAT great and worth it. It is difficult to find a treasure like her. She does such a wonderful job. I receive compliments all the time about how good my face and skin look. My boyfriend even mind paying because he loves he results and thinks it’s worth it. My friends think I «glow» and am reversing in age like Benjamin Button. Thanks to Elena!