Mary J Skin

Mary J Skin works from a Ventura Boulevard suite in Studio City, listed under the Salon Republic name, and has free parking on site. Visits are by appointment only and can be booked online through a Vagaro profile. The studio is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10:30am to 6:30pm, Friday from 10:30am to 4:30pm, and is closed Saturday through Monday. Questions can be sent by email or by text message.

Facial services center on customized treatments. Clients can book a facial that is tailored to them, and the studio's testimonials mention anti-aging facials, microdermabrasion facials and extractions. Electrolysis for hair removal is also offered, and every client starts with a consultation to see whether they are a good candidate.

Electrolysis works by destroying the cells that drive hair follicle growth in each treated spot, and it can only treat hairs that are in the active growth phase. Because of this, most clients need several sessions spread over 12 to 24 months. Timing depends on the area: upper lip and chin sessions are usually weekly or biweekly for several months before tapering, bikini and underarm sessions are usually every one to two weeks, and larger areas such as legs take longer. Temporary redness, swelling, tiny scabs and dryness usually settle within a few days, and the studio notes rarer risks such as hyperpigmentation or ingrown hairs, mainly when aftercare is skipped.

Alongside in-person services, the business sells skincare and hair care online. Esthemax Hydrojelly masks are sold at $38.00 per box, and each box holds two masks, two trays, a spatula and a scoop, in varieties including Egyptian Rose, Goji, Hyaluronic Acid, Illuminating Orange and Cica Complexion Care. Other brands carried include Medicube, Glymed Plus, Saian and SiO Beauty. Orders usually leave the facility within one to three business days. International orders usually arrive in about two weeks and may owe duties or taxes set by the destination country. Returns must be sealed and unopened, arrive within 14 days of receipt, and be arranged by email first; the customer pays return postage, and open products and carrier-confirmed deliveries are not refunded.

Services are by appointment, electrolysis begins with a candidate consultation, and the studio pairs its in-person work with a curated online shop of skincare and hair products.