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Result-driven facial treatments in a space that actually feels good to be in. No judgment, no pressure. Just great skin.
Every treatment at River & Pearl starts with listening: to you and to your skin. We don't do cookie-cutter. We do what actually works.
Book an AppointmentOur signature express experience. All the glow, none of the wait. Walk-in style treatments that make weekly skincare actually doable.
Private room, personalized consultation, advanced technology. For when you're ready to go deeper and actually address what's going on with your skin.
Targeted resurfacing that goes beyond the surface. Professional-grade formulas for brighter, tighter, renewed skin with real, lasting results.
River & Pearl isn't your typical spa. We're a neighborhood beauty bar on Adams Avenue where real people come for real results, without the stiff, clinical vibe. Whether it's your first facial ever or you're a peel veteran, you'll feel right at home the moment you walk in.
We keep things approachable, honest, and effective. Our estheticians take the time to actually listen to your skin, then get to work.
Natalie & the R&P teamWe're warm, casual, and genuinely excited about skin. Come in stressed, leave glowing. That's the whole vibe.
We use clinically-backed treatments like HydroFacials, microneedling, and BioRePeel, because your skin deserves more than a nice-smelling lotion.
Right on Adams Avenue in Kensington. Easy to find, easy to love, easy to come back to every month.
Memberships
Consistent facials are the secret weapon. Our membership gives you one a month, stacked with perks, so glowing skin stops being a special occasion and starts being your normal.
We're not a spa. We're not a med clinic. We're a neighborhood beauty bar that uses the same advanced technology, because extraordinary skin shouldn't require an extraordinary commute or budget.
Every treatment is selected for what it actually does. Clinically-backed technology that delivers visible change.
High-performance skincare at prices that make sense for a monthly habit, not just a once-a-year splurge.
No two skins are the same. Your esthetician tailors every treatment to exactly what your skin needs that day.
We're on Adams Avenue because we're part of this community. Come in, feel welcome, leave glowing.
River & Pearl is a team of three licensed estheticians who genuinely love what they do. Every treatment is personal, because your skin deserves someone who actually pays attention.
"I have been seeing Natalie for dermaplaning, facials, and peels to keep my 47 year old skin in check. I go regularly every 4 weeks and my skin feels and looks amazing. She is professional, knowledgeable and so easy to talk to. I highly recommend River & Pearl!"
"Natalie is a true skin expert! Her attention to detail and knowledge of facial products is unparalleled. She is caring and listens to your concerns and customizes each treatment. I always leave feeling refreshed and my skin looks incredible. Highly recommend!"
"I've been seeing Natalie for years and she is truly the only person I trust with my facials! She helped me so much when I was prepping my skin for my wedding earlier this summer. She knows what's she's doing and I always leave feeling amazing! Her new location is so cute and there is always parking!"
"I was nervous about trying a chemical peel for the first time but Natalie walked me through everything and made me feel completely at ease. The results were worth every penny — my skin has never looked this good. This place is a hidden gem on Adams Ave."
Appointments are recommended so we can make sure we have time set aside just for you. That said, we do welcome walk-ins for Facial Bar services when availability allows. Book online through Vagaro or give us a call.
The Facial Bar is our express experience: faster, more affordable, and great for regular maintenance. The Treatment Room is a private, full-service facial with a personalized consultation and access to advanced treatments like HydroFacials and Microneedling.
Welcome! We'd recommend booking our First Time Signature Facial, which includes a skin consultation so Natalie can assess your skin and recommend the best path forward. No experience or skincare knowledge needed, we'll walk you through everything.
Yes, with the right peel and the right prep. We always do a skin assessment before any peel to make sure we're choosing the safest option for your skin type. Lighter options like our Salicylic Peel work beautifully on sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Come with a clean face if possible, and avoid strong exfoliants or retinol for a few days before your visit. If you're coming in for a peel or microneedling, we'll send you specific prep instructions when you book.
At $90/month, you get one Signature Bar Facial plus a premium add-on every month, 15% off all other services, 10% off retail products, and a complimentary birthday add-on. It's the best way to keep your skin consistently glowing without overspending.
For booking, use Vagaro. For anything else you can call us at: (619) 915-6682 or send us a message here!
4157 Adams Avenue
San Diego, CA 92116
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Enjoy 20% off any facial or peel service on your first visit. We can't wait to meet you and your skin.