The staff at Bellini’s has been a major game changer when it comes to my skin. I’ve always had acne-prone skin that scars easily/get hyper pigmentation at the lightest scratch. All of that is easily noticeable with my darker skin complexion. This place has helped greatly improve the condition of my skin and seeing it improve over the years has given me so much confidence. I’ve gotten a range of procedures done here as well, from facials to peels and light wave sessions. During each one, whoever has been doing my skin will answer any and all questions that I have and will walk though the steps if there is something new being thrown into the mix. Each thing that I’ve had done is safe and works very well. My skin will show sings of improvement within days of getting the work done.
The products available from Bellini’s covers a huge range of skin concerns from the skin being dry, oily, scarred, or acne prone. I use a mix of the Yonka and Skinceuticals and the effect they’ve had in my skin has been incredible. There’s a personalized routine made for you to address the concerns you have and whilst the products are on the expensive side, they do the job extremely well. Plus, a little goes a long way.
Sonia has an amazing amount of knowledge when it comes to the skin and has always given me a detailed response to any question that I’ve had, be it from a procedure during a facial or about a product that I’m using. She knows exactly what to change if I don’t like something and is thorough. She helps correct anything you may be doing wrong with your skin, and can be tough, but it’s only because she wants the best for you.
I’ve had Eliza doing my skin for a few months now, and I have loved the approach she’s taken with me. She always talks through a procedure and answers questions I may have. She always comments on how well my skin is doing / she’s seen the same improvement I have. I can tell there is a genuine happiness with her when I can also see the progress I’ve made and her enthusiasm has been great. Eliza is a great aesthetician and knows exactly what she’s doing and knows what she’s talking about. It’s been a joy to work with her to improve my skin’s appearance.
Though I haven’t worked with them on my skin, Abby and Jillian have both helped me greatly when I ask about products. They’ve both tried most of the products (or at least the ones I’ve asked about), and given their honest opinions on them which is great. It doesn’t feel like they’re pushing the products onto you because they’ll get a commission or anything like that. They, along with Sonia and Eliza want you to have the best skin possible.
All in all, I wholeheartedly recommend coming here if you want a high quality service done for your skin. The staff are extremely knowledgeable about the many, many products they carry in the store and are always happy to answer any questions you have. They know what they’re doing and have worked on different skin types, tines and colors. I have brown skin and they’ve been able to address concerns perfectly well, they treat everyone equally. They genuinely want you to be happy and confident...
Read moreWe all appreciate professional quality and caring personal service, and that is exactly what you will find at Bellini’s Skin Care and Parfumerie. This quaint establishment is tucked in just beyond a glass doorway off NW 23rd. Beautifully arranged perfumes, skin care products, and scented treasures pull your senses into a discovery of luxury from around the world. Once inside, away from the din of the street, you will be greeted by the owner herself, Sonia, or by a member of her experienced team. No matter how long it’s been between visits, I’m always welcomed in like family. Sonia and her team embrace each customer with warmth and encouragement. Whenever I visit, I feel soothed and refreshed by their sincere kindness, and also by their vast knowledge of products and expertise. They seem to know just what to suggest for all my skin care and skin repair needs. Their understanding, attention, and history with me, as well as their familiarity with a wide variety of unique products, allows them to quickly and confidently tailor recommendations so I can be healthier, feel lovely, and face the world.
I’ve tried many different establishments for skin care over the years. Once I came upon Bellini's, my search ended. Bellini's has met all my skincare needs with respect to age, lifestyle, budget, and health. At a time when COVID has kept us more isolated, Bellini's care team has thoughtfully taken extra efforts to ensure a clean and safe environment for everyone. I have been extra precautions during this time, and yet I’ve found that Bellini's has provided more than enough safety so my shopping and facials can be enjoyed in peace.
With my busy schedule and active lifestyle, I know I can often forget to be kind to myself, to take the time I need to be healthy and face the day. I’ve found that simply visiting Bellini’s – stopping in for a consultation, or for scheduling a luxurious 90-minute facial – gives me just what I need feel recharged. After this gift of time, I’m ready to walk back out the door and carry a bit more self-confidence and calm, with a smile on my face. And that smile might just be what someone else needs. Maybe others will smile back.
A visit to Bellini's is a 'self vacation' to a little oasis. Give a lovely gift to yourself. Just open the door at: 633 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, Oregon, and step on in. Meet Sonia and her care team of aestheticians. The Bellini’s team will take good...
Read moreSonia Bellini was my esthetician and I wish I'd never let her touch my skin. To begin, within seconds of me getting undressed and under the sheets she enters the room without knocking or any kind of warning. Then she starts talking and doesn't stop. Everything about her is abrasive, from the way she was harshly rubbing my skin with a questionable looking rag to her non stop talk of how experienced she is. While applying the chemical peel she asked how painful it was from 1-10 and I said 8, the products she was using were not tingly they were BURNING and I expressed that and I wanted it removed. Not long after this, she accidentally squirted some liquid in my eye and when I tried to sit up because it started burning she held me down with a rag in my eye and said it's okay??? While she was doing extractions she kept asking me questions trying to get me to talk, I had to tell her I didnt want to move my mouth (because she was sticking the needle very near it). I've sat through a 10 hour tattoo before and I cant confidentally say this was worse. Not only this, but she called me a "good girl" TWICE while doing extractions. The whole experience was so uncomfortable and my skin was totally raw for a week after. For reference, I am 24 and I'm not sure how old Sonia is but assuming pushing 60. There was a power dynamic there and it felt very predatorial. Do...
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