Salinas Valley Medical Aesthetics

I do not recommend this medical spa for any services. Over the last few weeks, I have watched my face go from beautiful to deformed due to improper injection techniques and not diluting my Hyperdilute Radiesse enough. The provider stated they used a 1:2 ratio in my neck when it should be 1:4, which is why I have lumps all over it. I found out just how many calcified lumps I had when I had to get a CT scan with contrast and found out the hard way they show up on a scan, unbelievable (I could have let the doctor know before they did it if I had known, but I had to get a second scan to rule anything out). My primary provider does a 1:4, and it is on almost all information that a 1:4 ratio is the way to do the treatment properly (For treating neck laxity, a higher dilution (like 1:4) is often preferred as it allows for more even distribution of the product across the area). But they did a 1:2, so I have a lumpy neck now (not very attractive). For the under-eye filler, which I was reassured Rachel knew how to perform better than anyone (her words), both eyes looked different. The right side had an odd sack of filler under the right eye, and the left side stayed bruised for a very long time and was lumpy and uneven (both sides were not only different; they made my face look horrible, and it aged me). To make matters worse, I had a Hyperdilute Radiesse treatment done under my chin; I now have a heavy pocket filled with calcium (again, because it is not being diluted enough). I gave the provider a chance to refund the under-eye filler (which I paid $900 to dissolve, which she assured me she would take care of when we met, but she did not. So, I paid $1,200 for a treatment that deformed my face and $900 to have it all dissolved so I could look normal again. This means I am $2,100 out of pocket and will need to return to my primary provider to get things looking good again, so yes, more money. Even after meeting with the owner to discuss my issues, which she apologized for and agreed that my treatments were no good, she still only provided me with the last two Hyperdilute Radiesse treatments that I never received. Still, even that was not the right amount (it should have been $1,600, not $1,500).  I took time out of my day to meet with the owner on a Saturday, who took pictures of my face and wrote a note to my main provider about how to reduce the LUMPS on my neck from the improper injection technique by Rachel. It pains me to put this on a review, but I have allowed enough time to give this Medical Spa the time to make it right (not to mention my own time). I knew something was wrong, so I emailed on November 8, 2024, at 8:43 a.m. The office staff ignored my first email, so I had to call to explain how bad my face looked. She said to wait another week (which had already been three) to see what happens. Wait another week; I'm sorry. It's my face, for crying out loud. I am beside myself in explaining why they would not do the right thing. Please know you need to be careful here! Avoid this place if you can. They say they can do something but overpromise and underdeliver. What they did to my face was unacceptable, and I had to tell others what happened.

Kindly greeted upon arrival with a friendly staff member, quiet and calm office, and Veronica is an earth angel! She listens and understands to needs and goals offering her knowledge and advice! I'm happy to have found a great place!

Have been visiting here nearly the past year and have had the best experience. The process has been straightforward and catered specifically to my needs. Shoutout to Michael for always providing great service. Giselle is very friendly and helpful with any concerns or changes that need to be made.

Veronica was excellent at explaining the process and making me feel comfortable, I look and feel better than ever, Veronica glcame up with a plan that turned back the hands of time! ill definitely be coming back!

I love everyone here! The staff is so professional and welcoming. I have had various procedures and treatments done here with nothing but good results! Rachel is so good at what she does and is very knowledgeable. I needed to correct a part of my nose that was uneven and she did such a good job, it looks perfect! I was nervous because injecting the nose is really tricky but she is a pro! I love seeing Luz for coolsculpting as well. She always makes sure I’m comfortable and that I’m getting the results I’m looking for. So grateful I found this place!!