SEVEN:THIRTY SKINCARE

Seven:Thirty Skincare operates from a clinic on Fourth Street in Berkeley, about 20 minutes from downtown San Francisco. The business was previously called Studio Abasi and took its current name when it rebranded. The site dates the clinic's client work to 2005 and describes nearly 20 years of experience behind the practice.

The clinic starts with skin consultations, which can be done in person or virtually, and which address concerns such as acne, rosacea, hyperpigmentation and signs of aging. From there, facials and acne treatments are tailored to the client, aiming to clear breakouts, even out skin tone and improve overall complexion. Other options include chemical peels that exfoliate dead skin cells and aim to soften fine lines and fade discoloration, microdermabrasion that works on pore congestion and texture with little downtime, and LED light therapy, which the site describes as non-invasive. Back and chest treatments address acne, congestion and skin texture on the body, and facial add-ons can be added to any facial for hydration, texture and renewal.

The product line includes cleansers, moisturizers, serums, body products and acne kits. Among them are BALANCE Cream Cleanser, RESET Acne Treatment Gel 2.8%, THE FIX Retinoid Cream for evening use, and QUENCH Body Duo, a shower gel and body lotion pair. The acne kits come in inflamed and non-inflamed versions, each designed for either normal to dehydrated or normal to oily skin. Online orders ship within the United States only and can also be picked up in store, usually within 24 hours.

Appointments are booked through the website, and the clinic can also be reached by phone. Hours run Tuesday through Friday from 10 AM to 6 PM and Saturday from 9 AM to 2 PM, with the clinic closed Sunday and Monday. Clients need to give 48 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule, since a late cancellation is charged the full service cost to the card on file. Product returns are accepted within 14 days if the product is at least 75% full.

Treatments are customized after a consultation, and the team shares its knowledge through a blog of skincare articles and case studies, many written by the founder.