I have been going to Nina for over 10 years. What I love most, is that her approach to skincare is gentle and includes the mind, body and spirit. Despite years of experience, she continues to educate herself on the latest in skincare products and technology. She is truly passionate about her work and the best in her field ... and yes my skin is fabulous!

Nina has been taking care of my skin for almost 8 years now! I can't even begin to tell you how many times I get stopped by people asking what I do for my skin regime. I wouldn't miss my monthly facial with Nina for anything!

Nina is the formost authority when it comes to skincare and I wouldn't trust anyone else. One thing I love about Nina is that she customizes my facials according to my skincare needs with her latest cutting edge treatments. Nina's hands are magical and I highly recommend The Nile Instutute for the ultimate relaxation experience!

Magic Paradise! that's how I think of the Nile institute. Nina's kindness, sweetness in combination with her great energy and marvelous hands; helped my skin enormously.
I came from a different country and my skin was changing all the time, getting use to the weather, I was so unhappy, uncomfortable, miserable about everything; and "Abracadabra" she saved me!
She is the angel of my skin, no one can touch it, but her, she has deserved that privilege, she is my goddess! She made me feel beautiful again!

I found The Nile Institute over two years ago on a trip from Sydney to Los Angeles, and have never experienced the level of treatments that Nina offers anywhere else in the world.

I travel constantly, and can honestly say that Nina's knowledge and spirituality is firmly entrenched in every aspect of the work she does like nowhere or no one I have ever encountered before.

Her work is a true gift, not just from an amazing results perspective, but also on a very deep level- the influence and affect her practice has had on my own personal journey is something I am eternally grateful for.

The fact that she is interested in what is happening globally in relation to cause and affect, will no doubt ensure she will continue to pioneer and revolutionize traditional mind, body and soul treatments throughout the world.

I've been going to Nina for almost 2 years now and she definitely knows her craft. I appreciate that she stays current with modern advances but does not sacrifice her holistic and natural approach. You will not get a "cookie cutter" treatment from Nina. What you will get is a treatment that is appropriate for your skin needs at that time. You can opt for as much or as little as you like, but you can always be assured that you will get the best that she can offer. Also the Mineralogie make up line and various natural oils and fragrances that she carries are wonderful. A first class experience!

~I LOVE THE NILE INSTITUTE! I have a been a client of Nina Curtis' for three years and she has done wonders for my complexion. I learned of her services after a acute acne consultation with a plastic surgeon who referred me, for a series of deep cleaning treatments. Within a year, through monthly treatments, Nina was able to slow the acne breakouts and restore my skin to an even complexion, with little signs of scarring.

My friends and family are in awe and in disbelief. I wear little to no make-up and LOVE IT! I can't thank The Nile Institute enough for giving me a pretty face.

Kindest Regards,

Winda Renea~

Nina is very talented, and has a passion for skin care. This reverence for healthy skin is projected in her work. As an African American woman, at times it is difficult to find estheticians who know how to properly handle my skin. Thus I appreciate Nina because she stays up to date with research and technology, and makes recommendations that have been phenomenal.

I am grateful to have found Nina, and I strongly recommend her to people who are serious about caring for their skin.

I've been Nina's client for five years. I had a horrible experience at a well-known spa before The Nile was recommended to me. I was very skeptical about allowing someone else to handle my skin, but was in severe need of skin assistance. I was at ease with Nina immediately; I would compare her fingers to reading braille on my skin. I saw immediate results. I live over an hour away from Nina. I have traveled to her even thru my pregnancy, where she kept my skin in tip-top shape, working with my hormonal changes. After giving birth, I brought my newborn in with me, where she rested on my chest and fell soundly asleep while I was being serviced under Nina's relaxing spell. The Nile is my oasis in life's hectic whirlwind and I will continue to travel to Nina because my skin has never been a concern in her care. I HIGHLY recommend her!!!

After my last experience at one of LA’s top rated Spas I was convinced that no one could cater to me my needs (and demands) the way I would-) And then I was gifted the pleasure of experiencing Nina at the Nile…truly a Godsend. With integrity, care, and enthusiasm for what she does best, Nina has distinguished herself from the over-rated Spa in Beverly Hills, the cute boutique in Silverlake and the large and impersonal one -stop -shop to, ‘make me a Hollywood celebrity’ make-over by, giving the experience of a royalty! She is consistent, authentic and pays high attention to detail and the needs of your mind, body and soul. This is the ONLY Spa I can go to and needn’t watch, worry or even advise on my treatment. My presence speaks and Nina simply listens. This Goddess is my gift to all those I love because I leave feeling great to me and it can feel great to be you too!

I have known Nina for 20 years and she has taken care of my skin for the same amount of time. I have watched her bring her dream to reality in the Nile Institute. I can say unequivocally that Nina gives the best facials and takes care of my entire body with specialized care and treatments that are tailored to my needs at that moment. The Nile is a place of solitude, peace and rejuvenation..........one will not be disappointed in Nina's treatments and style. She is a calming presence and her touch well there are no words in the English language to explain or describe how wonderful and soothing it is.......Nina's lifeswork is caring for her client's skin and body there is no one that I have been to that holds a candle to Nina Curtis and the Nile Institute.

There is so much I could say about Nina, who is the owner and esthetician at the Nile Institute, but I will try and sum it up in a brief review...
After 7 months of battling really bad acne and trying everything in the world, I finally found Nina! After two weeks my skin was 80% better, and every morning I wake up and look forward to seeing my skin clearer each day. She has healing hands and an incredible technique. She not only makes me feel safe, but also empowers me every time I see her. I have learned that skin beauty is not just skin deep, that inner health is just as important, and Nina has helped me set up a way of life that insures inner health and flawless skin. I have learned about chakra healing, reflexology, Chinese herbs and much more.
I have been to top dermatologists in Beverly Hills and some of the "best" estheticians, and none of those experiences have ever come close to Nina. You wont feel like another typical client, she really cares. Nina isn’t out there to sell you tons of products, make you believe you need peels and micros and lasers etc. Her approach is innovative and effective. I believe Nina truly loves her work and clients.
If your suffering from acne or any other skin concerns, don’t wait another second...You have stumbled upon this spa for a reason.
Enjoy :)

My daughter has been going to Nina each time she visits Los Angeles and has always talked about how wonderful her facials are. When I visited Los Angeles at the end of May my daughter took me to Nina. We are from Australia so I was in need of some tender loving care. She was truly amazing - her gentle, passionate approach and caring attitude for her client and her work was truly amazing. I just wish I was a little closer so I could enjoy visits to Nina on a regular basis.

I have been going to Nina for the past 7 years religiously! She is extremely knowledgeable and well informed about not only skin care but the latest industry trends. I especially like her focus on using the very best natural ingredients and elixirs -- but more importantly ,she genuinely pays attention to what your skin needs.I can count on her special magic to whip my skin back into shape and feeling and looking its very best.

I first introduced to The Nile Institute 9 years ago when there was a gift certificate in the Women In Film goodie bag at the annual Lucy/Crystal Awards. I called, booked an appointment and was pleasantly surprised when I met the owner, Nina Curtis. From day one to the present, Nina has been incredible. Nina's treatments are customized to each of her client's specific needs as she did with me. My skin is even and flawless. I work in a business, where your look is just as important as your talent. Treating myself to Nina' monthly facials over these past 9 years, now gives me the freedom that I don't have to wear foundation or heavy makeup. Instead, I merely just brush my face with a shine control powder.. Not only is my skin fabulous, over the years, Nina and I have become friends. Her spirit is a kind and gentle as her hands. When Nina is not working at the Nile Institute, she's traveling globally learning new techniques and buying new innovative facial products. Simply put, I love my visits to the Nile Institute and Nina is Simply The Best! I wish her continued success and for anyone that hasn't been to the Nile, trust me, once you had a facial from Nina, you will definitely experience the difference.

In facials past, we've felt that aestheticians were just going through the motions. But Curtis made us feel like her most prized client, dispensing stern but warm admonishments to keep our paws off our blemishes and increase our water intake. Only when she mentioned that she was known as the "extraction queen" did we worry that Curtis might have a dark side, but the pore cleaning caused little pain. The ultimate prize? We left with luminous skin that lasted for weeks afterward.

I have been going to Nina for 8 years now! I went through a period of adult acne and she helped me through it with her treatments and her positive encouragement that it would one day be over. She has a vast knowledge of skin care with a holistic approach to her facials. You cannot go wrong with Nina's amazing touch.

I've been going to see Nina at The Nile Institute for a year now. During this time, she has completely transformed my skin with loving care! She is an intuitive professional who is truly committed to her clients best interests and applies technology and products that I have never seen anywhere. I've had various issues with my skin for 15 years and have tried aestheticians all over the country, and I've never worked with anyone like Nina. Beyond her technical ability, she is also a caring and warm woman and such a pleasure to be around! I will never work with anyone else!

I had been going to another facialist for years however when I experienced The Nile with Nina I was instantly converted. I receive many comments on how clear and fresh my face looks. Even my son said, "Mommy your face looks like a little girl"...that meant the most to me... from a child that sees you everyday.

I look forward to my visits at The Nile and it has become a nice escape from hectic days. You are instantly soothed from the moment you hit the door.

The Nile is a welcome addition to my life!!!...Treat yourself and a friend!

There are so many facialists out there who gain a reputation for being "good" by being slightly abusive to their clients. By intimidating them and making them feel inadequate the client feels obliged to become a customer if they want to really take care of themselves. This is not true of Nina Curtis who creates an environment where you are "seen." She takes time to figure out your beauty needs and tailors her treatments and recommendations accordingly. After your treatment/treatments you'll feel relaxed, rejuvenated, and yes, beautiful!

I must say that my skin has never looked better since I have been going to Nina! My skin absolutely glows afterward and I am prone to acne but with my monthly facial my skin is clear. One thing that I sincerely appreciate besides my beautiful skin is the serene enviornment! I can finally relax on her table (sometimes falling asleep) after a difficult week and wake up refreshed with smooth skin! Thanks Nina!