Randee Elaine Salon & NY Laser Center

At the cusp of the West Village and Chelsea, where some of the best New York City restaurants and boutiques thrive, stands the two-story Randee Elaine Salon and NY Laser Center. Perfect for an afternoon of lunch and beauty treatment with the girls, Randee Elaine is located near all of the west side trains and some wonderful shops, bars and cafes. For over fifteen years Frank Kaufman has owned and operated the salon and the growth is obvious. Years ago, when I lived in the area, I frequented Randee Elaine for everything from waxing to massages. Since, the cozy little salon has quadrupled in size and available services. With recent remodeling and additions, this all-gender friendly spa offers almost any service under the sun in a friendly, casual environment.

From manicures to facials to laser treatment of all kinds, Randee Elaine offers its clients an extensive menu, guaranteeing your expectations will be met. They also pride themselves on their affordable rates.

The salon buzzes with dozens of women, giving it the sisterly feeling of a sorority house where one could sit in sweatpants and hair foils all afternoon gossiping. There's also the option to shop from a variety of high-end hair and skin products at the reception desk.

I visited Randee Elaine for their Microdermabrasion treatment. Microdermabrasion is used for skin resurfacing and deep exfoliation. It is considered the most natural way to evenly and safely exfoliate the skin, minimize acne, undo pigmentation problems, and relieve sun-damaged skin. Minute crystals, used as the exfoliating agent, gently resurface layers of the skin and remove dead cells that accumulate over time. This virtually painless process brings out fresh, new, and vibrant skin. The entire procedure takes about an hour and a half while lying on a table.

After being welcomed into the spa and introduced to my esthetician, we got started. My esthetician began by performing a mini facial to thoroughly cleanse my face, ridding it of impurities and preparing for the Microdermabrasion. Randee Elaine Salon and NY Laser Center uses Dinnure products-an all-natural, and affordable, line from Israel. Randee Elaine is one of the only outlets in New York that sells the line.

My esthetician first used a series of gentle Dinnure cleansers and mild exfoliants to cleanse my face, along with an invigorating massage to stimulate circulation. The esthetician determined the proper fruit mask for my skin type and applied it, letting it set for ten minutes. After removing the mask with warm water, she turned on the Image Micro Derm U Peel. The machine hummed as the esthetician passed the wand responsible for the microdermabrasion over my entire face. The pressure applied by the esthetician combined with a sucking sensation moves crystals about the face in a subtle sanding motion for about five minutes.

After receiving the tiny sandstorm of a facial, my esthetician wiped any remaining crystals from my face and then smoothed on a soothing aloe vera mask. After it was removed removed, my esthetician applied a Dinnure mint moisturizer to my face to moisturize and soothe my skin.

I expected my skin to be pink and irritated but, as I looked in the mirror, it was positively glowing. My skin was baby-soft, redness from blemishes or sun damage had almost entirely disappeared, and my fine lines and wrinkles had faded.

Randee Elaine offers an amazing price on this service especially if puchased increments of six sessions. Offering free consultations and a seven page menu of services including Permanent Make-Up, Cellulite Treatment, Tanning, Laser Hair Removal and a variety of facials, Randee Elaine Salon and NY Laser Center offers everything a visitor needs to feel their most polished.