The Skin Gem by Cristina Gecas

1766 Bonanza Street, Walnut Creek, 94596

The Skin Gem by Cristina Gecas

1766 Bonanza Street, Walnut Creek, 94596

5.0 111 reviews

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Services

Custom Facials & Skin Treatments
12 services
- The Skin Gem Customized Facial
  
  Not sure what to book, book this facial! I always customize the treatments for what the skin needs day of appointment. *Price may very due to time, modalities, and products used.
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
- Custom Conditioning Treatment
  
  Targeted treatments to bring about results. Conditioning the skin will soften fine lines, even out skin tone, boost hydration and heal breakouts. The skin will be immediately refreshed. *next level facial **Prerequisite to peels
  
  $175.00
  1h 30min
- Custom Facial boosted
  
  This is a custom facial that is boosted with additional forms of exfoliation. One or more enzymes, mild peels, dermaplane, micro or both will be layered to bring forth additional benefits to the skin. If one exfoliant is used, LED will be added or a fancy mask. More rejuvenation and radiance will be apparent!
  
  $185.00
  1h 30min
- Intensive Blemish Treatment
  
  $175.00
  1h 30min
- Luxury Facial
  
  A relaxing experience that allows for the appropriate level of exfoliation, delivery of nutrition to the skin, steam, mild extractions, luxurious mask, and a calming neck, shoulder and scalp massage. The decollete is included. (Approx. 75 minutes)
  
  $200.00
  1h 50min
- Facial with LED
  
  $175.00
  1h 30min
- Custom Facial with Decollete
  
  Custom Facial including the chest
  
  $185.00
  1h 30min
- Customized Back Facial
  
  This facial created for the back will have a stronger emphasis on the exfoliation method and extraction time. This treatment will greatly aid in clearing up stubborn acne on the back as well as help lift the stubborn pigment.
  
  $200.00
  1h 30min
- Skin in Need
  
  3 treatments: A customized facial, next level exfoliation and a post peel follow up facial. A package will be customized for the individual skin needs. Treatments should be scheduled 2 weeks apart.
  
  $475.00
  1h 15min
- Real Hydrating: Restoring Treatment
  
  Quench skin's thirst with the real results of hyaluronic acid and replenishing colloidal minerals. Skin is detoxed from daily impurities engaging in a bath of Vitamin C, and exfoliating enzymes for smoother, supple skin. Superfood antioxidants replenish depleted skin nutrients while reducing inflammation and brightening skin for the ultimate in skin hydration experience!
  
  $165.00
  30min
- Real Clarifying
  
  Redefine skin's appearance with real results acne fighters of salicylic and microbiome balancing topical probiotics. Tightening marine extracts calm skin while brightening hexylresorcinol and vitamin C target unwanted skin redness and inflammation. Skin is visibly brighter and vibrant with a clearer complexion.
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
- Real Anti-Aging
  
  Indulge in this season's favorite real defining duo of pumpkin enzymes and retinol. Appearance of fine lines and wrinkles diminish as well as slowing the natural aging process with phytonutrient rich botanicals and anti-glycation benefits. Unwanted age spots and sun damage are suppressed for a brighter, more even skin tone. Next generation brightening peptides are infused with vitamin C triple complex encouraging healthy collagen production and additional protection against environmental assaults.
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
Dermaplaning
2 services
- Dermaplane Basic Facial
  
  Dermaplaning is a procedure that gently exfoliates skin, removes surface debris, trapped oil, vellus hair, and increases absorption of topical products, creating healthier smoother and more radiant skin. *Gentle and relaxing treatment* Great treatment for glowing rejuvenated skin.
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
- Dermaplane Plus
  
  Dermaplaning service with an add of either another enzyme, peel, hydrodermabrasion, LED, or a luxury mask.
  
  $185.00
  1h 45min
HydroDermabrasion
2 services
- HydroDermabrasion Facial
  
  $195.00
  1h 30min
- HydroDermabrasion Plus
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
Microdermabrasion
2 services
- Microdermabrasion
  
  $160.00
  1h 30min
- Micro Peel
  
  $175.00
  1h 30min
Seasonal
5 services
- Morning Mist (Hydrating Tmt)
  
  Stimulate and renew skin with freshwater extracts and tropical enzymes. Renew skin's youthful glow with brightening botanicals and illuminating MASQ-tech. Drench skin in rich, pure hyaluronic acid and essential minerals
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
- Vibrant Clarity (Acne/Oily Tmt)
  
  Detoxifying charcoal and purifying clay removes impurities preventing future breakouts. Balance oil production and natural hydration while reducing redness and inflammation. Encourage natural exfoliation, clarifying and refining skin texture.
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
- Pumpkin Probiotic Power Tmt
  
  Refresh and protect skin with this powerful detoxifying facial treatment. Reveal a beautiful, bright complexion while releasing impurities and pretoxing with natural charcoal and pumpkin enzymes. Restore skin vitality and with probiotics and peptides
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
- Reflecting Joie de Vivre
  
  Illuminate skin's youthful vitality with the exclusive Power Entourage. Brighten Skin tone with lactic acid while renewing skin's youthful appearance with retinol. Return skin's brilliance with botanical brighteners while maintaining firmness.
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
- Pumpkin Probiotic Power Plus
  
  Smooth brighten and protect skin with this powerfully corrective detoxifying treatment. Restore skin health and guard against damage with botanical antioxidants and powerful probiotic technology. Release impurities, pretox and exfoliate.
  
  $165.00
  1h 30min
PEELS/Existing clientele
4 services
- Get Glowing Micro Peel "GGMP"
  
  These peels affect the intra-epidermal layer where exfoliation occurs within 2-3days. Skin may experience flaking for 1-3days and take an average of 7-10 days to return to a normal balance.
  
  $205.00
  1h 30min
- Series of GGMP
  
  Series of 3 Get Glowing Micro Peels, space 3-6 weeks apart. Price is reduced to $175 per peel when purchased as the series.
  
  $525.00
  1h 15min
- Pure Peel
  
  A revolutionary NEW Smart Peel. Targets AGING, PIGMENT, and ACNE. *Pre-care conditioning and post-care requirements* Expect Brighter, Smoother, more Youthful skin, even with just one treatment!
  
  $175.00
  1h 30min
- 3D Peel Series
  
  The 3D Series is a 6 week peel package: 3 Lira Clinical treatments are performed spaced 2 weeks apart from each other to CORRECT, BRIGHTEN and HYDRATE the skin. *PRE AND POST CARE REQUIRED
  
  $475.00
  30min
Waxing Services
24 services
- Brazilian Maintenance
  
  The maintenance should be chosen if the regular service was up to 6 weeks prior to this time. The maintenance price is reserved for existing clientele. New Clients should book Custom Brazilian wax.
  
  $65.00
  30min
- Custom Brazilian Wax
  
  Shape TBD on visit. Option to have all hair off. Backside included. *Price subject to increase for additional time and supplies needed.
  
  $75.00
  45min
- Extended Bikini
  
  Does not include labia. This wax goes further in than the panty line.
  
  $45.00
  30min
- Extended Bikini&In between
  
  This is an extended bikini wax with the addition of removing the hair in between the cheeks on the backside.
  
  $50.00
  30min
- Brow Wax
  
  Price can vary due to amount of hair
  
  $25.00
  30min
- Face wax
  
  lip&chin can include jawline, light sides of face and or side burns *pricing may vary
  
  $35.00
  30min
- Face wax with Brows*
  
  *Brows, lip and chin $45 *Brows and side burns $40 *Brows, side burns, lip or chin $50
  
  $50.00
  45min
- Underarm wax
  
  $25.00
  15min
- Back wax
  
  *price may vary due to the amount of hair
  
  $65.00
  30min
- back wax including shoulders
  
  Full Back Wax including the top of the shoulders and top of the upper arms. *prices may vary*
  
  $75.00
  45min
- Full Legs
  
  lower and upper leg wax.
  
  $90.00
  1h
- lower leg
  
  $40.00
  30min
- upper leg
  
  $45.00
  40min
- bikini and upper leg wax
  
  price varies based on type of bikini wax. Upper leg is $45
  
  Free
  45min
- bikini&lower leg wax
  
  bikini price varies on type of bikini wax lower leg wax is $35
  
  Free
  45min
- bikini&full leg wax
  
  bikini price varies on type of wax. Full legs $75
  
  Free
  1h 15min
- Brow/Bikini/full or1/2 leg
  
  prices vary for Bikini wax Full leg is $75 half leg is $35 and brow is $25
  
  Free
  1h 15min
- underarm&custom bikini wax
  
  bikini wax prices vary underarm$25
  
  Free
  30min
- Brow&Brazilian wax
  
  Custom Brazilian from $65+ Brazilian Maintenance from $55+ Custom Brow from $25+
  
  Free
  45min
- brow&bikini
  
  brow$25 bikini prices vary
  
  Free
  30min
- underarm&brow wax
  
  $50.00
  30min
- full arm wax
  
  lower&upper arm wax *Price may vary due to amount of hair
  
  $75.00
  45min
- Brow&lip
  
  $35.00
  30min
- Half Arm wax
  
  $40.00
  30min

Reviews

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Lindsey

Jun 23, 2025

Service: The Skin Gem Customized Facial

Staff: Cristina Gecas

Cristina is a true gem. She goes the extra mile to customize the appointment to my skin's needs, I always feel taken care of and am always so impresse...

Tiffany

May 27, 2025

Service: Custom Facial boosted

Staff: Cristina Gecas

Awesome service!!! Great detail, quality, and knowledge!!!

Jackelyn

Sep 21, 2024

Service: The Skin Gem Customized Facial

Staff: Cristina Gecas

I've been going to Christina for more than 7 years. She's fantastic individual and a consummate professional.

Elinora

Sep 9, 2023

Service: The Skin Gem Customized Facial

Staff: Cristina Gecas

I had my first facial with Christine today and it was SO nice. Christine is welcoming, knowledgeable and you can tell she loves skin and helping you r...

Maxine

Sep 5, 2023

Service: Custom Brazilian Wax

Staff: Cristina Gecas

Cristina is amazing! I commute from Berkeley to Walnut Creek because I trust no one else with my waxes and have been seeing Cristina for 5+ years.

Kellie

Aug 24, 2023

Service: The Skin Gem Customized Facial

Staff: Cristina Gecas

I’m now addicted to facials. The custom facial has been my favorite because I like letting Cristina do her thing. She’s very knowledgeable and takes t...

Elinora

Aug 13, 2023

Service: under arm wax

Staff: Cristina Gecas

My underarm wax with Cristina was quick and done really well! I have no complaints! I’ll be back :)

Dalya

Aug 10, 2023

Service: The Skin Gem Customized Facial

Staff: Cristina Gecas

Cristina was so gentle and communicative. My skin is glowing and looks so smooth.

Hazel

Jun 25, 2023

Service: Corrective Facial Treatment

Staff: Cristina Gecas

1 session with Cristina and I’m hooked! She was so knowledgeable and very professional. I’m booking my next appt already! :)

Pam

Apr 23, 2023

Service: The Skin Gem Customized Facial

Staff: Cristina Gecas

Cristina is the best. Have been going to her for 10 years. Excellent.