I have had serious acne troubles since elementary school and have done accutane twice. My skin was a huge concern of mine for my wedding day. A year out from my wedding, I did monthly facials with Karen. My skin completely changed for the better. The best extractions in any facial I’ve ever had. My face has never been so consistently break-out free. Everyone’s skin is totally different, but after ~22 years of trying prescriptions and remedies, Karen’s facials are what finally worked for me. I also did 2 derma planing and back facial sessions with Karen leading up to the big day, and highly recommend them both for special events or just feeling your...
Read moreKarve Spa is a GEM of South Boston! Karen is truly a magician at skin. I started going to her a few months before my wedding for facials and she transformed my skin leaving it smooth, clear and feeling so refreshed for the big day. I go to her still, and from her eye brow wax to facials - she just works with your skin to make it the best possible. Her spa is truly one-to-one so in our covid-world she's done a wonderful job of making her space extra protected and clean in between clients. I had no worries or hesitation going to the spa just last week. If you're looking for a facial or any spa treatment really, you simply can't go...
Read moreI've been seeing Karen for regular wax services for more than a decade, and have had facials with her as well. I was always so happy with her services that I followed her from Back Bay to Southie when she opened Karve, and wouldn't go anywhere else. She is knowledgeable, professional, and takes pride in her work and services. Her waxes are less painful than others I've had but still last. Karve is a beautiful calm space, sells high quality skincare products, and has convenient and flexible hours for all work schedules. Karen is the best -- as a small business owner, esthetician and all around...
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