Skin Sense by Marion Simms

Los Angeles, United States

4.9

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20 reviews

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By Appointment Only

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Telephone:
+1 323-653-4701
Website:
www.skinsensewellness.com
Address:
8448 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA, 90048
Beverly Grove
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
1.4 miSunset & San Vicente
1.4 miSunset & Hammond
1.6 miSunset & Cory
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
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Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Dogs Allowed
No
By Appointment Only
Yes

Today

Today 10:30 am – 6:30 pm
Closed now
Local time (Los Angeles) 21:52 Wednesday, 11 June 2025

Business hours

Monday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am – 6:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am – 6:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am – 6:30 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Description

Specialties

We select products that suit a wide spectrum of skin conditions and combine the latest botanicals with scientific innovation for the best results. All of our products address sensitivity and we have many organic options. Our spa menu includes oxygen, aromatherapy, microcurrent and ultrasound facials, modified chemical peels, Brazilian waxing, reflexology, cranial sacral massage and deep Thai massage. Our treatments are both functional and holistic and we follow up each service with recommendations for daily maintenance at home.

History

Established in 1984.

Skin Sense Wellness Spa has been in business for over twenty years and is renowned for its customized service. Your initial spa visit includes a consultation that covers lifestyle and its effects on the skin and aging. We also keep detailed records and update your information and treatment protocols as needed so that you can call us at any time with questions. All the spa technicians have lots of experience and combine their knowledge with a friendly approach that creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that you will want to revisit time and time again. Although Skin Sense has its fair share of celebrities to care for, the spa welcomes everyone who wants a youthful, glowing skin no matter what age they might be. Both men and women are welcome and we encourage teenagers to come and experience their first facial as soon as puberty starts creating hormonal havoc!

Open seven days a week we cater to your busy schedules and sell gift certificates for every service we offer.

Meet the Business Owner

Marion S.

Business Owner

During the twenty-​five years I have spent in the skin care industry, I have been a business owner, facialist, educator and writer, helping to launch Skin Inc, a trade magazine that is still in print. Through these collective experiences, I have developed a passion for the concept of wellness — that overall state of balance that keeps our bodies and minds healthy and our skins vibrant and glowing. I call this succesful aging.

My consultancy experience includes developing a salon retail skin care line for Sebastian International; promoting a mass market skin care line called Le Systeme for the DEP Corporation (including an infomercial with Tippi Hedron), as well as an infomercial for the Biozheme Corporation USA with Lindsay Wagner to introduce Nouricel, a new bioengineered cosmeceutical later picked and marketed by Estee Lauder.

Working on the skin also means improving every client’s image and self esteem. This is a responsibility I both relish and take seriously.

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20 reviews of Skin Sense by Marion Simms

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Place rating: 5
Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY
Nancy was exceptionally understanding and provided a lot of suggestions on what to modify at home for better skin. The facial was relaxing and she takes a good amount of time to analyze my skin for the best suggestions and actually read over the intake form before making suggestions. Marion also actually greeted me too when I was heading into the office. Overall really great experience!
Parking is easy in the Beverly connection plaza but got into some trouble with staying afterwards with shopping! And I would say that pricing starts a little on the higher side at 110 but first timers get 15% off from Unilocal
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
I am so happy with my facial that was custom created for my skin and for the way it is behaving at the moment. And, it is behaving wonderfully as this is not the first facial that I had with Marion Simms. During the first facial Marion needed to carefully analyze my skin as it was dry, sensitive and swollen. She gave me advice, I followed it and voila my skin is moist, clear and very happy! So, for this facial I was able to experience all of the wonderful oils, peelings, creams,… that Marion uses to make my skin glow. Thank you Marion!
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
I Love Nancy. She’s best. So knowledgable, honest and caring. I’ve done hundreds of facials before. Usually extractions hurt a lot, almost unbearable for me. With her I just didn’t feel anything. Also normally the redness after the facial won’t go away for at least 3 days, after Nancy I’m good to go right after.
The place over all is warming and clean. Very professional staff
Place rating: 5
Glendale, CA
Dear Skin Sense,
I love you. You make me feel like I can be proud of my skin at 44! Even though I have struggled with Rosacea and adult acne for 15+ years. Nancee you’re so brilliant. And when I say brilliant I mean a shining beacon of light with your knowledge and your advice. You’re a healer, a teacher and a beautiful human.
I can’t wait to see what’s next!
GO SEE NANCEE! You will not regret it!
Love,
Amy xoxo
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Thank you Marion! This is the best my face has looked my entire life. After hearing great things about Marion and Skin Sense for about 3 years, I finally decided to have my first facial with Marion. I am a 33 year old African American male with very oily skin, acne, and regular ingrown hairs from shaving. I was a faithful ProActive user but still had occasional breakouts. During my facial, Marion listened to my issues and recommended diet, product, and facial routine changes that would benefit me. I’m very glad I trusted her. The results are life changing! My friends have noticed and made comments. In public I notice stares and even get random compliments. I am so much more confident with clear clean smooth skin. I’ve been battling my face since puberty, and it is finally over. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Marion is a skin goddess! I went in with puffy, red and generally irritated skin, topped of with a painful, stubborn, big red zit on the top of my nose like a cherry on a bad sundae. When I left, my skin was soft, clear, calm and glowing. Marion knows her stuff. She is kind, listens and is a treat to talk with. The salon is clean, cute and very centrally located. I LOVE this place. I will be getting skincare here from here on out !!!
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Nancee is a HEALER. I visited skin sense a week ago. I had an acne breakout, and she simply cured my skin. My face feels and looks cleaner then ever, she gave me great nutritional and cleansing tips, samples of the products she has used, all in a friendly and professional manner. She followed up to check how my skin and I are doing, which I appreciate. The reviews are genuine, she is THAT good. Thank you Nancee and skin sense, I will be back:)
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Skin sense is the best. Massage, facial or even waxing. Been here quite a few times over the years. Great place, always have a good experience
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
I’ve been seeing Marion for micro current for about two years now (wow!!) and absolutely adore her and the treatments she gives. She’s incredibly professional, the best at what she does, helpful, soulful, and just overall… fun. And it works. People always think I’m about 10 years younger than my actual age. And reasonable pricing!
You just can’t get any better.
Place rating: 5
West Los Angeles, CA
Another appointment, another relaxing session and glowing skin! Nancee is a facialist that knows her craft, she keeps my skin looking like it’s still 25. She is an absolute skin magician, and she’s become a close friend after 4 years.
I initially started going because my stressful work situation was causing me to breakout. What really impressed me was that Nancee always customized the facials according to my skin conditions (sometimes it’s dry, sometimes it’s sensitive), and she is personally invested in how my skin is doing. She gets upset when I’m not taking care of my skin (I’ll forget to wash my face or sleep with my makeup still on, lol), and she’s happy for me when it’s nice and glowing. She really CARES (excuse my capitals!).
I really was clueless about how to take care of my skin, I would use products because it worked for my friends, but was actually a nightmare of my own face. And it’s because of Nancee’s knowledge about everything skincare that makes her so great at her job, and myself such a happy client. I get adventurous every now and then, and would try a lash growing serum, a BB cream, or some other wacky product. Sometimes it doesn’t quite work out, and I’ll mention it during my appointment, and voila, Nancee would point me in the right direction.
I love and am devoted to Skinsense and Nancee because no one ever tries to upsell me anything. It makes me uncomfortable when people do that. Nancee would only recommend products that she knows would truly work with my skin, and she’ll give me little samples to make sure it does work before I commit to anything.
I highly recommend skinsense, you get a discount as a first time customer too (park at the beverly connection!)
Place rating: 5
Sun Valley, CA
I don’t know what I would do without my Skin Sense. I’ve been to other places to get facials and I never got the results I needed until Nancee! I work in the entertainment industry so it is important for my skin to look its best, and I’ve definitely found my go-​to pro! I’ve been coming to get facials for over a year now and it’s always been my much-​needed pampering of the month, and most importantly I can trust that my skin will glow under Nancee’s care. I went in again today before filming this weekend and was reminded of how fortunate I am to have Nancee in my arsenal of skin care! I jump at every opportunity to recommend Skin Sense and specifically Nancee! Though I’m sure the rest of the ladies are great as well. Plus the charming receptionist has an english accent, BIG PLUS!
Place rating: 2
Beverly Hills, CA
I visited this place a month ago after reading all the great reviews from other Unilocalers. I had my appointment with Nancy. When I changed my clothes to lie down on the facial chair, Nancy started going over my ‘skin assessment’ that I filled out in the waiting room. I think she took too long on this process, which took away from my actual facial time (especially the face steaming). I did not feel comfortable from the beginning because they don’t use different sheets between clients. It seemed like the blankets they use have been used by previous clients, which kind of grossed me out. Then, Nancy was feeling under the weather, which was fine, but then she’d blow her nose and continue working on my face without washing her hands. I tried not to let these little things bother me, because I was looking forward to my facial, which was not so good either.
Nancy barely let my face get steamed. Because of the lack of steam and not extracting all of my pimples, I had all these painful pimples after a couple of days. Before I came for this service, I had a few whiteheads, but after this facial, my skin got worse without ever getting better. I don’t know what she used on my face, but I had horrible acne for two weeks. Yes, I am prone to breaking out, but when I take care of my skin, I don’t break out the same way as I did after this facial. Maybe she was trying to be gentle with my face, but this did more harm than good. Nancy also gave me a bunch of samples, promising I would LOVE them and telling me that my trusted Cetaphil was not good enough to clean my skin. Again, these products just irritated my skin and the fragrances were too strong for face creams. Overall, the only part of this experience that was not horrible was that Nancy was a nice lady.
Place rating: 5
Santa Monica, CA
I had my first facial at Skin Sense, and thoroughly enjoyed my experience there. Marion made me feel very relaxed and comfortable. She inquired on my skin regimen, and made recommendations on how to care for my skin. I received skin cleaning, and several kinds of treatments on my face, as well massage. I left feeling very relaxed, and my face looked and felt great afterwards. I highly recommend Skin Sense.
Place rating: 5
Fullerton, CA
Nancee
I booked a last minute appointment on a Sunday because I freaked out after falling asleep with my makeup on. They took me. Thank The Lord!
A little about me: I moved this summer from NYC where it is humid. Cali has been extremely drying on my skin, not to mention the «sun spots» that have appeared only face. My skin started freaking out and I bought all new products to support this new weather. I still didn’t look quite right. I needed a facial for quite some time but being from the OC no one really had compelling reviews. Soooo I trekked to LA to find Skin Sense.
About My Skin Sense experience:
I booked a general facial, not knowing what to expect. This was a unique facial experience because it promoted a lot of education based on Nancee’s personal analysis of my skin. Typically I’m used to just laying there at my facials, but at Skin Sense, Nancee would engage in conversation with me during lag times (like steaming the face). By the end of my facial, Nancee was able to evaluate the products I use for my daily routine and the most effective order I should use them. She noted when I needed to add something to my routine or if I was doing too much and it was redundant. She did not push her own products. She also ended up doing a customized facial based on my own needs, and no it did not break the bank. This place is not cheap, but for the quality of the work I’d say its worth it.
When I first left my facial I wasn’t 100% convinced because I usually leave higher end facial places with glowing skin. Only after time and implementing the changes we discussed could I really see the effect it all had.
My skin has been amazing since my facial. I feel that my at home care has also improved. My skin is smooth and has been healing and no new blemishes, even during PMS. Yay! In Arnold’s words, «I’ll be back»
Place rating: 5
Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA
SimplyTHE best facials in town with the top performing products and techniques and most knowledgeable aestheticians. Totally addicted to the Hydradermie Guinot facial for instant and lasting hydration, soothing, radiance and firmness with no irritation or redness. I tried many spas and facials with subpar results and lots of irritation and redness and completely stopped getting facials as a result. So glad I found Skin Sense, where sensitive skin is treated with the ultimate care. And this is a convenient place to stock up on the number one rated aesthetician brand in France: Guinot Paris. Take your skin to the next level with their luxurious creams and masques.
Place rating: 5
El Segundo, CA
Amazing service. Marion is kind, thoughtful and attentive.
Everything ran on time, the quality of products they used was superb, and her staff was fun, professional, and had a great vibe. I would most certainly recommend this place, even if parking is a little tricky.
After I got a facial there, my skin felt fantastic. Thanks, Marion! I will be back :)
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
For over 25 years I’ve been going to Nancee at Skinsense and all I can say that no one ever believes my age. No plastic work, just a visit to Nancee every 8 weeks and (mostly) follow the régime she has laid out for me with the Guinot products they sell on site. Note: In August those products go on sale! Each visit Nancee decides what type of facial I need based on the condition of my skin. This is not one-​size-​fits-​all, this is custom work! Over the years I’ve tried facials at spas locally and afar, but none live up to the ones I’ve had with Nancee so I no longer even attempt a facial elsewhere.
I see some Unilocalers noted a parking problem. I’ve always found a spot with ½ block of Skinsense. During the few years that parking was one hour only, the marvelous Kath from the front desk would feed the meter for me. Now that it’s back to 2-​hours there should be no problem whatsoever, unless you forget to put money in in the first place. Kath also takes and confirms all bookings and she is a true pleasure.
I don’t know about anyone else at Skinsense, I would recommend you go to Nancee and do whatever she tells you to do with your skin!
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
I feel very fortunate to have found Skin Sense: it is great knowing there is a place I can trust to help me take care of my skin. Nancee is phenomenal. both my daughter and I swear by her.
After having tried several other places here is why I am a loyal Skin Sense Fan:
They don’t try to push product on you to make money. As a matter of fact, Nancee won’t let me buy anything until I try it first. She gives us samples to take home first, because you never know if you are going to like the smell or how it feels. That is a first.
The place just feels good — friendly, relaxing, clean and cozy. Most of the people there have worked there for like 20 years and love it, that mutual respect permeates the place.
There is no attitude, a gracious staff that makes everyone feel comfortable.
They know their stuff. My daughter has problem skin. She lives in Brooklyn. she had to have her facials here because she can’f find anyone as good as Nancee there. I am in my mid fifties and I think SkinSense is one of the reasons I get such compliments on my skin.
They take later appointments so you can go after work if you are afraid of what you are going to look like after your facial.
I think their prices are very fair and affordable for the kind of care you get. I can’t imagine going anywhere else.
Park over at the Beverly Connection if there is no street parking, it is pretty easy. During the day the street parking is fine, but if you go late afternoon into evening the Beverly Connection might be the best place
Nancee is amazing. My daughter and i were talking after our last visit how much we love just to go and talk to her. She knows her stuff and cares tremendously. I like having good looking skin and Skin Sense is the place I trust to help me with that.
Place rating: 5
Pasadena, CA
Swoon! My face looks amazing. I wish you could touch it through the screen! I am a total pampered girl! Give me my pedi’s, mani’s. massages, facials, shopping, great meals and I’m good! I recently realized that I had not had a facial since moving to LA! Nearly 2 years, Eek! I jumped on Unilocal,who’s like my BFF that happens to know everything about every place, and got to work. I found skin sense and quickly called to squeeze myself in for an appt.
After working 13 hours at work, I showered, ate breakfast in the area and headed to my 10:30 appt. As soon as I walked in I felt relaxed! The lovely, soft spoken, receptionist gave me a huge glass of water and I was taken back for my facial.
The worst part was the extraction. My über sensitive skin has been very troublesome since I’ve been here, with the change in humidity. She gave me great tips and suggestions and I left feeling amazing! I will definitely be a regular customer!
Place rating: 5
West Hollywood, CA
Skin Sense is the type of place that once you find it, you’re almost mad that you ever wasted your time going anywhere else — great service, good prices, & very welcoming environment!
Marion is amazing at facials. She takes her time to really get to know you, the products you use, and your diet & exercise routine. She will offer up good & realistic advice on what you should do to get your skin on track without being preachy, and because she’s so great, you will listen.
Most importantly, she’s not a product pusher! I hate to leave a treatment room, only to find a million products lined up on the counter that I «must have.» Marion does not do that. In fact, she may give you samples… only if she feels that a product is right for you. She only recommends what works for an individual, not the masses to make a quick buck.
I’ve been going to Skin Sense for months now, and have turned a friend on to it as well.
Parking tip: Park at the Beverly Connection across the street to save time on looking for street parking and change for meters.
–JG