Aura Skin Spa

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21 Years

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Your Trusted Medical Spa in San Francisco for Advanced Aesthetic Treatments

Aura Skin Spa has been a premier San Francisco medical spa since 2005, located in the historic Jackson Square neighborhood. Our state-of-the-art facility utilizes the newest generation of lasers and energy devices for skin rejuvenation, body contouring, and non-surgical treatments. Led by board-certified physician Dr. Anthony Waechter, we combine medical expertise with aesthetic innovation to deliver personalized solutions using FDA-approved technologies. With over 19 years of experience, our team specializes in injectables, laser procedures, and medical-grade skincare while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

We prioritize patient safety through pharmaceutical-grade products, medical supervision, and evidence-based protocols tailored to individual biochemistry. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through 11am-6pm weekday availability, customized treatment plans, and financing options like Cherry to enhance accessibility. The practice maintains strict hygiene protocols and has earned a 5-star reputation through consistent delivery of visible results across facial, body, and wellness optimization services.

Services

Laser Hair Removal Botox Cosmetic Fraxel DUAL Thermage VI Peel Microneedling Kybella Sculptra Morpheus8 Sofwave

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Year established: 2005

Highlights and features

Board-certified physician with 11+ years of clinical experience
FDA-cleared technologies including Sofwave and Fraxel DUAL
Personalized protocols based on individual biochemistry
Pharmaceutical-grade 99%+ purity peptides from FDA-registered labs
Cherry financing available for treatment packages

What people say

Great service with Botox and fillers Fantastic find Immaculate in every way Knowledgeable and professional Results are amazing

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Services

Laser Hair Removal

This FDA-approved procedure uses advanced laser technology to permanently reduce unwanted hair on any body area. The treatment targets hair follicles with precision energy, requiring multiple sessions for optimal results. Ideal for all skin types, it offers long-term cost savings compared to traditional methods while improving skin texture and reducing ingrown hairs.

Botox Cosmetic

FDA-approved injectable that temporarily reduces moderate to severe facial wrinkles by blocking nerve signals to muscles. Administered by board-certified professionals, results appear within days and last 3-4 months. Common treatment areas include frown lines, crow's feet, and forehead wrinkles while maintaining natural facial expressions.

Fraxel DUAL

Fractional laser treatment addressing sun damage, age spots, and textural irregularities through dual wavelengths (1550nm/1927nm). Stimulates collagen production while preserving surrounding tissue, requiring 3-5 sessions for optimal results. Treats fine lines, acne scars, and uneven tone with minimal downtime compared to traditional resurfacing methods.

Morpheus8

Combines fractional radiofrequency with microneedling to remodel subdermal tissue for skin tightening and texture improvement. Treats acne scars, stretch marks, and facial wrinkles through controlled micro-injuries that stimulate collagen production. Requires 3-4 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart for lasting results in both facial and body applications.

Sofwave

FDA-cleared ultrasound technology targeting mid-dermal layers to lift and tighten skin without surgery. Uses synchronous parallel beam technology to stimulate collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production. Single treatments show visible improvement in brow position, neck contour, and submental areas with results continuing to develop over 3 months.

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Anthony Waechter

Board-Certified Physician

Dr. Anthony Waechter is a residency-trained, board-certified emergency medicine physician with 11 years of clinical experience. He specializes in aesthetic medicine, offering injectables and advanced laser procedures while maintaining medical oversight of all treatment protocols at Aura Skin Spa.

Questions

What medical-grade skincare products do you offer?

We provide pharmaceutical-grade skincare products with 99%+ purity standards that complement our clinical treatments for enhanced results.

Do you offer financing options for treatments?

Yes, we partner with Cherry to provide flexible payment plans for our medical spa services.

Are your injectables administered by medical professionals?

All injectables are performed by board-certified physician Dr. Anthony Waechter or supervised medical staff.

What areas do you treat with body contouring?

We offer FDA-approved body contouring for abdomen, thighs, arms, and facial areas using technologies like Emsculpt and Vanquish.

How do your peptide therapies work?

Our personalized peptide protocols use FDA-registered formulations to target specific wellness goals like weight loss and anti-aging under medical supervision.

What are your post-treatment care protocols?

We provide detailed aftercare instructions including sun protection, skincare regimens, and follow-up appointments to optimize treatment outcomes.

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Linda C.

Feb 01, 2022 Report

This review is about 10 years late but every time I look at old pictures I get super bummed still so here I am. I went here for laser hair removal on my face a long time ago (my first time), they went right over a mole I have on my face which I love, it burned my mole and made it blister. When I called the next day they brushed me off and said its fine to go over moles and that it would heal fine.

Except what actually happened was the blister scabbed and fell off and my mole is now much smaller and much much lighter than it used to be which I'm still upset about. The attitude I got instead

Becky Grant

Jan 21, 2022 Report

Ive had several treatments at Aura. Every treatment has had results beyond my expectations- less painful, less downtime, better outcome! Ive been to many med spas and compared to the others Auras equipment seems better maintained, newer and more well researched. Their space is always sparkling clean. The staff is always friendly and professional and theres never any sales pressure. Most recently I tried emsculpt and not only had outstanding results but had the miraculous side effect of curing chronic back pain. By the third treatment I realized I hadnt had any lower back pain

Andrea A.

Jan 20, 2022 Report

I love Aura Skin Spa! I've been coming to Aura for over 2 years and I've trusted them with many procedures.

Laser Hair Removal - Christine is absolutely incredible! She is not only personable, thorough, and informative - but she makes laser so easy and painless. I trust her with all of my laser treatments and wouldn't think of going anywhere (or to anyone) else.

Injections & Clear and Brilliant - Carlos made all of my skin care dreams come true. His injection hand is so gentle, I didn't feel a thing. I received both dysport and juvederm for smile lines and I left feeling

D. L.

Nov 24, 2021 Report

This feedback has been sitting with me for awhile. I went to this medspa for laser facials. The space was clean and the staff pays attention to detail. I had an uncomfortable situation where the manager, when prepping me for the treatment, asked me if I was full Asian or half white, not aware that these questions are not appropriate, none of their business, and micro aggressions. When I responded with, "why does it matter?" There was a confused look followed with comments on how her family also was mixed heritage. This was when there were multiple anti Asian violence incidents happening

Chanel Griffith

Oct 22, 2021 Report

Positive:Cleanliness,Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
Best experience Ive ever had! Carlos is an angel!! I felt no pain, he made me feel so comfortable and has your best interest at heart. Im so happy with my new lips and cant wait to keep going back! The whole team there was warm and friendly. 1000% recommended Aura Skin Spa for any procedure youre looking at! XOs!