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The Laser Cafe
The Laser Cafe

The Laser Cafe

Med spa in San Diego, CA

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The Laser Cafe is a medical spa in San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood, a short walk from the Hillcrest sign at University Avenue and 5th Avenue. The business describes itself as female-owned and says it has been operating since 2012, with a stated aim of enhancing clients' natural beauty and helping them feel their best. It says it has served more than 10,000 patients and cites more than 1,000 five-star Google reviews.

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The Laser Cafe is a medical spa in San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood, a short walk from the Hillcrest sign at University Avenue and 5th Avenue. The business describes itself as female-owned and says it has been operating since 2012, with a stated aim of enhancing clients' natural beauty and helping them feel their best. It says it has served more than 10,000 patients and cites more than 1,000 five-star Google reviews.

Laser hair removal is priced by area, from $69 for a small area to $289 for an extra large area, with a full body session listed at $1,099. Single sessions and three-session packages are offered, and sessions are spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart for the face and 6 to 8 weeks apart for the body. Skin rejuvenation options include Vivace RF microneedling, Rejuvapen microneedling, LaseMD and erbium skin resurfacing, Plasma IQ fibroblasting, IPL photofacial, chemical peels such as the VI Peel and Jessner peel, and PRX biostimulant. Injectables cover dermal fillers made with Juvederm and Restylane, Skinvive, and neuromodulators priced per unit, including Botox at $14 per unit and Dysport at $5 per unit. The business also offers IV therapy in Energy, Detox and Recovery blends, B12 and MIC B12 lipo shots, semaglutide and other weight loss injections, BrainTap and Energy Lounger sessions, and CoolSculpting.

A visit usually begins with a consultation, which is free, and is followed by a custom treatment plan built around the client's goals and budget. New clients complete an online intake form before booking, while existing clients book through the online patient portal. A $100 deposit applies to treatment appointments and is credited toward the first treatment. Treatments are performed by registered nurses under the supervision of the Medical Director, Dr. Charles Sarosy, and clients receive written aftercare instructions after each treatment. Multiple procedures can be combined in one session when the plan calls for it. The business says pricing is the same for all patients, though prices may change, so clients are asked to confirm current rates.

According to the salon, the mood there is relaxed and individualized. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM; the salon is closed on Sundays. Visitors can park on the street along University Avenue and on nearby side streets. Accepted payment methods are Visa, Mastercard, American Express, CareCredit and Cherry Payment, but cash is not taken. Cherry offers payment plans, which can only be used at this business.

Treatment plans are customized to skin tone, hair type and comfort level, and treatments are delivered by nurses under physician supervision. The business describes its aim as friendly, personalized care with a clean environment and results.

The business describes its atmosphere as laid back and personalized.

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Services

Final prices may vary.

Laser hair removal is offered by area, from small areas such as the upper lip and underarms to full body, with single sessions or three-session packages.

  • Small Area $69–$149
  • Small Area laser hair removal $69
  • Medium Area $129–$279
  • Medium Area laser hair removal $129
  • Large Area $199–$419
  • Large Area laser hair removal $199
  • Extra Large Area $289–$679
  • XL Area $289–$679
  • XL Area laser hair removal $289
  • Full Body $1,099
  • Full Body laser hair removal $1,099
  • Laser Hair Removal Price at booking

Microneedling, laser and light treatments, chemical peels and PRX biostimulant aimed at texture, tone, lines and skin laxity.

  • Chemical Peels Price at booking
  • Erbium Skin Resurfacing Price at booking
  • LaseMD Skin Resurfacing Price at booking
  • Plasma IQ Fibroblasting Price at booking
  • PRX biostimulant Price at booking
  • Skin Resurfacing Price at booking

Dermal fillers for lips, cheeks, chin, jaw and folds, Skinvive, and neuromodulators such as Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau and Daxxify.

  • Dermal Filler Price at booking
  • Lip Filler Price at booking
  • Skinvive Price at booking

BrainTap and Energy Lounger sessions, each offered by the session.

  • BrainTap Price at booking
  • The Energy Lounger Price at booking

Weight loss injections including semaglutide, the Skinny Shot, B12 and MIC B12 lipo shots, with support from the weight loss team.

  • B12 Shots Price at booking
  • MIC B12 Lipo Shot Price at booking
  • B12 Lipo Shot Price at booking
  • MIC Price at booking
  • Semaglutide $69–$129

IV hydration in Energy, Detox and Recovery blends, offered in 250, 500 and 1000 ml bags.

  • 250Ml $129
  • IV Hydration bag 250ml $129
  • 500Ml $169
  • IV Hydration bag 500ml $169
  • 1000Ml $189
  • IV Hydration bag 1000ml $189
  • Detox Price at booking
  • Energy Price at booking
  • Recovery Price at booking
  • Energy, Detox, Recovery Price at booking

CoolSculpting for small to medium and large to extra large areas, priced by applicator.

  • CoolSculpting Small - Medium area $599–$1,599
  • CoolSculpting small to medium area $599
  • CoolSculpting large to X-large area $699
  • CoolSculpting Large - X-Large area $699–$1,899
  • Brain Tap $20
  • BrainTap session $20
  • Energy Lounger $40
  • Energy Lounger session $40
  • IV Hydration $129–$189
  • B12 Shot $20/unit
  • Jessner $249–$599
  • Jessner chemical peel $249
  • VI Body Peel $399–$499
  • VI Body Peel small area $399
  • VI Peel $399
  • VI Peel (5 custom blends) $399–$999
  • VI Body Peel large area $499
  • Lips $650
  • Cheeks $750
  • Chin $750
  • Jaw $750
  • Nasolabial Folds $750
  • Juvederm or Restylane lips $650
  • Juvederm / Restylane Lips $650
  • Skinvive by Juvederm (2 syringes) $699
  • Cheeks or nasolabial folds $750
  • Chin or jaw $750
  • Juvederm or Restylane cheeks or nasolabial folds $750
  • Juvederm or Restylane chin or jaw $750
  • Per Addon: Neck or Decollete (IPL Photofacial) $159
  • LaseMD Add neck $199
  • Per Addon: Neck or Decollete (LaseMD) $199
  • Per Addon: Neck or Decollete (Rejuvapen Microneedling) $199
  • IPL Photofacial $249
  • Per Addon: Neck or Decollete (Erbium 1540) $249
  • LaseMD $349
  • Per Addon: Neck or Decollete (VIVACE RF Microneedling) $349
  • PRX Derm Perfection $349
  • Rejuvapen Microneedling $379
  • Erbium 1540 $429
  • Lower eyelids, upper eyelids, 11s or marionette lines $500
  • Plasma IQ $500–$1,000
  • Plasma IQ: Lower eyelids, upper eyelids, 11s or marionette lines $500
  • Crow's feet, nasolabial folds, or upper lip $600
  • Plasma IQ: Crow's feet, nasolabial folds, or upper lip $600
  • VIVACE RF Microneedling $799
  • Jowls and jawline $800
  • Plasma IQ: Jowls and jawline $800
  • Full forehead (incl. 11s) $1,000
  • Plasma IQ: Full forehead (incl. 11s) $1,000
  • Dysport $5/unit
  • Daxxify $7/unit
  • Botox $14/unit
  • Jeuveau $14/unit
  • Xeomin $14/unit
  • B12 Injections $20–$160
  • Skinny Shot add-on $25/unit
  • Ascorbic Acid Injections $35–$239
  • B Vitamins Injections $35–$239
  • Lysine HCl Injections $35–$239
  • Skinny Shot $35/unit
  • Glutathione Injections $45–$275
  • L-Carnitine Injections $45–$275
  • Lipo-Mino Fat Burner Injections $45–$275
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid Injections $49
  • NAD+ 50mg Injections $59–$399
  • Weight Loss Injection $69/unit
  • NAD+ 100mg Injections $99–$679
  • Lysine HCI Injections $35–$239

Photos

  • Clinician performing laser treatment on a client in clinic
  • Neon sign in storefront window reading The Laser Cafe Medical Spa
  • Group photo of the whole staff in black logo shirts in front of a mural
  • Lounge area with white sofas and mural wall
  • Staff group photo in front of mural
  • Woman with manicured nails touching her face
  • Client lounge with white sofas, mural and product displays
  • Lounge with white sofas, glass table and blue mural at the clinic

Meet the team

Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.thelasercafe.com (opens in a new tab)

Highlights
  • Laser hair removal priced by area, with single-session and three-session package options
  • Splendor X and Duet Sheer lasers for laser hair removal, with cooling during treatment
  • Plasma IQ fibroblasting priced by treatment area
  • Neuromodulators priced per unit, from Dysport at $5 to Botox at $14
  • Payment plans through Cherry, plus CareCredit financing
  • Treatments performed by registered nurses under a medical director
Good for
  • First laser hair removal
  • Unwanted hair on the face or body
  • Planning treatments with a consultation and budget in mind
  • Anyone who prefers booking with a set laser hair removal package
  • Weight loss injection support
  • IV therapy and wellness sessions
Treats
  • Unwanted hair
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Forehead lines and crow's feet
  • Acne scars
  • Sun damage
  • Pigmentation
  • Enlarged pores
  • Skin laxity
  • Uneven skin tone
  • Congestion
Techniques
  • Laser hair removal
  • Vivace RF microneedling
  • Rejuvapen microneedling
  • LaseMD skin resurfacing
  • Erbium 1540 skin resurfacing
  • Plasma IQ fibroblasting
  • IPL photofacial
  • Chemical peels
  • PRX biostimulant
  • Dermal fillers

Products & treatments

  • Splendor X laser
  • Duet Sheer laser
  • Juvederm
  • Restylane
  • Skinvive by Juvederm
  • Botox
  • Dysport
  • Daxxify
  • Jeuveau
  • Xeomin

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