(503) 228-1976
1500 NW 18th Ave Ste 103
Portland,
OR
97209
45.5336
-122.6895
Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Northwest District
What People Are Saying About Acorn Body Care Inc
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Northwest Portland is full of salons and spas, but Acorn's location is unlikely--in a low-profile office building away from the trendy shops and restaurants. The small location has just two treatment rooms, each decorated with fresh flowers. Treatment rooms are impeccably clean and stocked with plush robes. Owner Marie Swan Black performs many of the treatments and is a believer in treating the whole person, whether you're there for a skin or body treatment.
08/16/06
Best facial I've ever had..
by faerie6666
Having gone to many, many high-end spas in Europe and the states, I feel comfortable saying that Marie is among the top 2 estheticians I have ever seen (canyon ranch is the only other one which didn't leave me broken out and/or experiencing irritation). She is also amazing at eyebrow waxing--I've had several people comment on how perfect they are. I've been going to Acorn for several years now, and am sooo bummed that I'm moving to the east coast--if I could afford it, I'd bring her with me! :)
I prefer the clinical and utilitarian above the 'therapeutic/spa' aspects of a facial, and have found her to be great and thorough with extractions, while leaving your skin glowing and with little of the characteristic redness following many facials (the experience is therapeutic as well, it manages the perfect medium). I've had dates and photoshoots after, no problem--just comments on great skin.. my experience here has definitely trumped those with other top-rated PDX spas, where the emphasis has been more on the trappings than substance. I also appreciate that most of her products are natural or organic--and so does my skin. I'm glad I read that citysearch review which first convinced me to go here, when my other experiences had been so disappointing.
As an aside, I've never felt my presence unwelcome or that she was aloof.
- Pros: highly skilled, natural/organic products, relaxing atmosphere
- Cons: cost (not able to get them as frequently)
08/25/05
The Best Wax Ever
by dsmithe
She put me totally at ease during the waxing appointment. I've had a few other bikini and leg waxes but she worked very quickly and it was finished in no time. Her technique is excellent and she was very nice. I highly recommend.
- Pros: skill, value
07/19/05
Not worth it for waxing
by joanjoanb
I didn't find her to be very friendly. The only time she smiled was as she took my money. For how expensive she is, better waxing can be found elsewhere.
- Pros: On time
- Cons: Expensive, Chilly response
The Details on Acorn Body Care Inc
Know Before You Go:
There is one drawback to the tranquil space: The bathroom is next door.
Massage:
Can't decide? The delightful signature massage combines Swedish, shiatsu and deep tissue work.
Services:
Massage, facials, body treatments, waxing.
Brands:
Products sold and used at the store include Acorn Body Care, Eminence Organic Skin Care, Lyphazome Products, MD Formulations, Clarisonic Skin Brush, Pevonia Botanica, PFB Vanish and SkinCeuticals.
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