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Radiance Medspa

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,792 reviewed · 402 listed · Scored from 121 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(121) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Botox & Dermal FillersBody Contouring & CoolSculptingLaser Skin TreatmentsLaser Hair RemovalSkin Rejuvenation & Facials
Radiance Medspa
Services
Botox & Dermal Fillers, Body Contouring & CoolSculpting, Laser Skin Treatments
Reviews
121

What recent reviews say

Staff including owner Mark, injector HJ, and technician Melanie earn consistent praise for explaining procedures in detail, moving carefully, and treating clients like family. Most report visible results within hours and minimal pain. Concerns are isolated: one severe bruise and lip migration complication, one person disappointed in CoolSculpting results, and one client's hyperpigmentation after VI peel (later remedied). The one-star reviews represent 6% of 121 ratings; dissatisfied clients still describe polite, professional interaction.

Botox and fillers dominate the positive reviews, with multiple clients naming HJ and Melanie's precision and results. Specialized treatments like Sculptra, PDO threads, CoolPeel, Renuva, and Aveli get spotlighted. A GLP1 wellness service is mentioned as successful. Prices are called reasonable, and the long tenures of staff (some clients have visited for years) underscore stability.

Praised for
  • skilled, named injectors and technicians
  • warm, family-like atmosphere
  • owner Mark's transparency and patient communication
  • detailed pre-treatment explanation and education
  • precise, natural-looking results
  • clean, relaxing facility
Watch-outs
  • bruising and infection complications from lip fillers
  • CoolSculpting results not worth the cost
  • rare skin reaction (hyperpigmentation) to VI peel without adequate pre-warning
  • one body procedure (Aveli) required follow-up correction at no charge
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Best for: first-time injectables clients seeking detailed explanation and relaxed, family-style care
Think twice if: body contouring procedures (CoolSculpting, Aveli) have less predictable outcomes; bruising and rare skin reactions possible despite skilled staff

Strengths

  • named expert injectors (HJ, Melanie) with multi-year track records
  • owner personally involved in consultations and problem resolution
  • detailed pre- and post-treatment guidance
  • willingness to correct unsatisfactory outcomes free of charge

Worth knowing

  • Owner Mark handles consultations and is willing to correct outcomes at no charge
  • HJ (Heather Jane) and Melanie are named repeatedly for injections, threads, laser treatments, and lip work
  • Nev manages scheduling and front-desk coordination
  • Jess specializes in hydrofacials and peels
  • Jacqui and Jackie mentioned as technicians
  • Treatments include Botox, fillers, PDO threads, CoolPeel, Sculptra, Renuva, VI peel, Aveli, Glassifier, SofWave, PRP vampire facials, and GLP1
  • One client reported significant bruising and filler migration after lip work, required in-office correction
  • One Aveli cellulite procedure showed minimal results; owner provided free Renuva follow-up and saw measurable improvement

What reviews say by service

Botox & Dermal Fillers
HJ and Melanie praised for gentle, precise injections with minimal pain and instant visible results
Laser Skin Treatments
Melanie's Fraxel laser work described as transformative; CoolPeel results noted; VI peel caused rare hyperpigmentation in one dark-skinned client
Skin Rejuvenation & Facials
Glassifier treatment reported to brighten and smooth skin within 24 hours; Jess praised for hydrofacials and peels; PDO threads and lip filler work noted positively
Body Contouring & CoolSculpting
CoolSculpting disappointing for one personal trainer (no results without diet/exercise); Aveli cellulite procedure required free Renuva follow-up to achieve results
Laser Hair Removal
No review evidence

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.83 average across the 379 botox & dermal fillers businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 87
Review volume 91
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 66
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Which technician should I ask for if I'm nervous about my first Botox or filler treatment?
HJ (Heather Jane) is named across multiple reviews for being gentle, knowledgeable, and exceptionally skilled at putting nervous first-time clients at ease.
What happens if I'm unhappy with my results?
Owner Mark personally reviews cases and will offer free corrective procedures if unsatisfied, as documented in a multi-month Aveli cellulite case where he provided free Renuva follow-up treatment.
Are there payment plans or financing options mentioned?
No financing information is stated in the reviews or available information.

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Last updated 2026-07-05