I have been the search for a beauty institute in Paris that is capable of cleaning and extracting every blackhead on my face. Coming from New York City, I have high expectations. I want my facials to hurt. Tenderness is not on my list when it comes to properly cleaning the skin. I came to Atout Sens with an offer from Balinea. I purchased a Soin du Visage Majeur for 30 Euros, when it originally costs 65. Everyone was very nice and welcoming when I entered, I even got a fresh pot of hot tea when I was waiting for my esthetician. When I first entered the room, I immediately smelled nail polish or an alcohol based stench. It was off putting, but I became accustomed to it. The esthetician did a good job at extracting my blackheads, but only the ones that were mature. She didn’t dare touch the ones deep in the skin, which is what I expect when getting a facial treatment. However, this was the best facial I have received in Paris so far because I specifically asked her to not hold back and do whatever she can to pop and clean those bad boys. She finished the facial with a hard, cereal mask. I recommend this place, but I’m still on the lookout an institute specialized in ONLY facials, not paired with hair removal or nail salons!