I was a little nervous as it was my first time but she was very seamless. I was able to fully relax and be in a trance. Afterwards l had a full bowel movement and my bloating went away as she did a full body acupuncture & moxi. The next day, my skin was glowing. I absolutely would do this again!

I had my first cosmetic acupuncture session and it was such a beautiful experience. The treatment felt deeply relaxing while also working to stimulate collagen, improve circulation, and support the skin from within.

Afterward my skin looked brighter, more lifted, and incredibly refreshed. What I appreciate most is that cosmetic acupuncture works with the body rather than against it supporting natural aging in a graceful and healthy way.

The picture i’m including here is not fun to look at, but it just shows you how incredibly healing acupuncture can be. These photos are 48 hours apart. I took a bad fall at Laguna Beach high school was rushed to the trauma center, received 10 stitches and could not even open my eye. I had two sessions with Vida and am absolutely thrilled with the results. I fell asleep during my first session after initially being nervous to book the treatment. I’m grateful for acupuncture as well as the healing oil product from By Karisse. I can’t believe how much better my face is looking just days after a scary accident. Please take my word for it and give yourself the gift of acupuncture.

Absolutely perfect 👌🏽 the setting was cosy, clean and soothing. Vida was super nice, kind and professional. Vida addressed my concerns and worked her magic on them. I was so relaxed I fell asleep immediately. 100% recommend 👍🏽

Vita is a queen with healing hands. Vita is truly magical, her aura is so calming and soothing. She has a sense of what is going on in your body without you mentioning a word. She is intentional and initiative and ensuring your wellbeing and skincare are treated with the upmost care. She truly cares about her clients and the treatment you receive, ensuring impactful results. Love Vita with all my heart.

Recently, my day started with severe back pain. I had a hard time throughout the day and tried massages and heating pads-nothing really was working! As I started looking for alternatives, I then decided to give acupuncture and cupping by Karisse a try to see if it would help. After a very relaxing session,I immediately felt relief and felt much more balanced the moment I left.
I highly recommend by Karisse for any wellness you might need. It is amazing!

I am a prior Botox user! I started in my late 20’s now I am in my mid 40’s. I decided to educate myself on the long term side effects. I was blown away and decided Botox was not for me. I am on the “natural train” now…I have been Botox sober for almost 2 years. I was introduced to cosmetic acupuncture and was intrigued!! I am so glad I didn’t let curiosity get the better of me. I dived in and tried it!! I have had about 10 sessions and it has completely transformed my face. It has significantly reduced the skin on my upper eye lids, softened my 11’s and eye wrinkles in addition to significantly reducing my melasma!! I am not trying to stop myself from aging, but I definitely want to look like the best version of myself possible. I am so glad that I was introduced to cosmetic acupuncture!

I can't say enough good things about my experience with holistic acupuncture, and especially with Vida! At first, I’ll admit I was a little timid and nervous since it was totally new to me, but Vida immediately put me at ease. Her energy is so calming, kind, and grounding.
She took the time to explain everything in such a thoughtful and educational way, and I left feeling more informed, empowered, and incredibly relaxed.
I'm already looking forward to coming back regularly, especially to support my joint pain, anxiety, and digestive issues. I’m so excited to continue on this healing journey. Thank you, Vida, for sharing your amazing gifts!

I have been dealing with some nerve pain the last few months and someone suggested I try acupuncture. I’m glad I did because Vida is an amazing acupuncturist! She listen and takes into account how I am feeling each time I see her. I leave each session much more calm & relaxed than I was going in and have been noticing my pain (which may be related to stress) has been less the days following a session. The cupping is also great! Will continue with acupuncture going forward 😀

I had the most incredible experience with By Karisse! The facial was absolutely amazing—so relaxing and effective—and the acupuncture left me feeling completely refreshed and balanced. The owner is amazing and is so passionate and knowledgable about holistic skincare. I also love the natural skincare products—my skin has never looked or felt better! The calm body oil and healing oil are two of my favorites. Highly recommend the skincare, facials and acupuncture to anyone looking for a nurturing and transformative self-care experience.

I had such a great acupuncture session with Vida — I left feeling totally relaxed and like all my needs were really listened to and met. She has such a calm, grounding energy and made me feel super comfortable right from the start. By the end I felt lighter, calmer, and just… better.

After a very stressful day! Getting a treatment for acupuncture was just what I needed! I highly recommend getting acupuncture and taking the time to recharge.

As a first time acupuncture client I didn’t know what to expect and was anticipating that I’d have to do numerous treatments before feeling the benefits or understanding the process. Wow! I was pleasantly surprised. Vida and the serenity of the room instantly put me at ease. Vida greeted me with a warm welcome and talked me through the process. We discussed my concerns and she listened! I didn’t feel the needles and immediately fell into a dreamlike state of relaxation. I fell asleep and awoke to a handwritten note explaining the benefits and how it could help me in my journey of wellness.
I highly recommend Vida and look forward to many more treatments. 💚
Danielle

I didn’t expect to be walking into By Karisse Altiera for acupuncture just one day after knee surgery—but something in me needed a shift. I was exhausted, emotionally drained, and honestly just wanted to crawl into bed. But a quiet voice whispered, “Give yourself this moment.” So I did.
The second I met Vida, I felt it—this wasn’t going to be like any acupuncture session I’d had before. She wasn’t trying to fix me or impress me. She was simply present, grounded, and exactly what my nervous system needed. I got on the table with a racing heart, but the moment her hands touched me, I felt safe. My body softened. My mind let go. And for the first time in days, I rested.
I’m so grateful we get to offer this kind of care—where healing isn’t just physical, it’s energetic, emotional, and deeply human.

I had the most incredible acupuncture session with Vita—truly one of the most relaxing, rejuvenating experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, her calm and nurturing energy set the tone. During the session, I could actually feel my energy shifting and releasing. It felt like a full reset for both my body and mind. I walked out feeling lighter, clearer, and completely renewed. Vita has such a powerful, healing presence. If you’re looking for deep relaxation and real energetic transformation, I can’t recommend her enough. Ryan is absolutely amazing—professional, warm, and deeply passionate about creating a truly relaxing and high-quality experience. You can feel the care and intention she puts into every detail of the spa.

I am no stranger to acupuncture, and Vida does an exceptional job. Her energy is so grounded and intuitive and I feel amazing in her care. And experiencing it in the beautiful By Karisse treatment room makes the experience so amazing!

I went in not really knowing what to expect, and Vida immediately put me at ease with her knowledge and warm demeanor. Not only did she give me a wonderfully relaxing acupuncture session, but she is such a wealth of knowledge for all things health, diet, etc.
I’ll definitely be making this a regular part of my health/maintenance routine!