I found Lisa by a Groupon for a brow tint and wax. I've been getting my brows threaded for years, but had a bad experience and thought I would give waxing another shot. Turns out, I seem to have developed an allergy to wax, as I had a very intense and painful reaction on the skin that was waxed. But, once my skin healed? Dark tint and brow shape look great! Lisa let me know that she doesn't like to taper the end of the brow and I was feeling like mine weren't looking feminine enough, so I reached back out after and she offered to adjust them. We had a great time during the appointment. We got things off on the right foot (insert sarcasm here) when I broke her table... Yep, put one butt cheek up on it and the whole thing came crashing down. She was so cool about it, even though I was super embarrassed. I'm fat, so I was blaming myself and she just kept telling me that it was a super old table and she needed to get a new one anyway. I'm pretty sure that I apologized ten times and she insisted it wasn't a big deal. I laid down on the couch in her waiting room and we used that to get things done, lol! Thanks to the allergic reaction, I'm not sure Lisa will be able to become my new brow gal, but I would absolutely come back for other services! read more

Amy is new-ish to town and the Beauty Bar, and I was a first time salon wax customer. We met on a grey Seattle Sunday thanks to Yelp's "open now" filter. I never in a million years thought I'd come home after my first wax visit and write a review saying "That was really fun -- I can't wait to see Amy again in four to six weeks." But, it's true. With such great service, personality, parking, and reasonable prices, I'll be back. read more

So, I decided to book an appointment here since the other salon I go to closes on Sunday and needed my eyebrows done that day. By reading the reviews I wanted to give this place a try and decided to also get my eyebrows tint which was my first time. I was scheduled with Courtney, can I say AMAZING?! She does such a good job at her work, I seriously didn't ever think my eyebrows could ever look this full! I love how she takes her time to talk about how you want it and she knows the right color for tints. I would def. recommend this spa! If your read more

Awesome, amazing, perfect. Just what I was looking for. FINALLY. I found a girl,(Michelle), who waxes well, painless ( virtually ) and professionally. I have been searching for someone like this since I moved back here in July 2012. I was very impressed with the place and the services and the prices. Now I can relax and just make my monthly appointments and remain waxed and happy! YAY! read more

I don't write many reviews on here but I thought I'd share my great experience with any of those wondering about the place. I've had so many bad eyebrow waxes. Since I get them tinted, it's even more crucial that the wax/shaping is done well because if it's not...it shows. Up until now, I've given my trust to one woman and one woman only with my brows, and that's Besilia at the Gene Juarez in Bellevue. (I've gone to 3 other girls there and none of them did a good job.) I needed my eyebrows done TODAY and Besilia was not in, so I thought I'd look on Yelp to see if I could find someone. I took a leap of faith and went to see Lisa at The Beauty Bar. Instantly I was a little thrown off, it's a little hole in the wall place, and being used to Gene Juarez, wasn't sure how well this was going to go. When I walked in the door I was immediately greeted by Lisa who did my brows. She took me outside to get a real look at the color and went over what I wanted. She took me into a room an layed me on a massage table that actually a heat pad on it to keep me warm. SUCH a nice touch! She then did my brows...and I held my breath the whole way waiting for them to be ruined (as they always are when someone aside from my usual girl does them). At the end she handed me a mirror and to my surprise, they were perfect. I may have found my new backup. Their prices are also $15 cheaper than Gene Juarez....so maybe she's my new eyebrow girl, period. read more

Strong personalities, here. Good waxing, here. Good ingrown hair treatment, here. All others sting and stink. They have some that is so nice on the skin and nose! Michelle is my new wax person & I'm happy I've switched. It's comparable in cost to others, if not just a lil below. read more

I followed Michelle out here from Julep in the U District - that kind of trek alone should tell you how awesome she is. Michelle is incredibly nice and an expert at what she does - simply wonderful. She goes to great lengths to make sure your wax is perfect, even down to meticulous details. She's sensitive to clients' experience, and tries her best to reduce any pain. She also uses great products. You'll walk out of there with an amazing wax and feeling like you just made a new best friend. 4 stars because one time I made an appt with someone other than Michelle, and the quality really wasn't on par with my usual experience. Spots were missed entirely, as well as stray hairs here and there - plus I had a ton of "razor burn"/irritation afterwards. It's like the esthetician just wasn't as dedicated, and I kind of got the vibe she was just grossed out by normal procedures or something. Very weird. Maybe she was just having an off day. If you've never had a wax before, don't be scared. Book with Michelle for any type of wax and you'll be a dedicated client for life! read more

A friend and I went into Beauty Bar for a mani/pedi a few weeks ago and came away with mixed feelings. Our nails looked awesome and if I was rating just based on that, they would get 4.5 stars. Unfortunately they lacked in other areas which is why they averaged out to a 3 star rating. The woman who did my nails (blanking on her name) was cold, had a bad attitude and didn't engage in conversation. We were about 7 minutes late for our appointment (damn car GPS!) and from the get-go, she seemed annoyed/angry that we were late. Yes, that's our fault but we apologized and in the end, there was no one else scheduled after us so whats the big deal?? The woman who did my friends nails was much nicer but dressed pretty unprofessionally in a grungy t-shirt and sneakers. It just didn't match the spa like atmosphere they seem to be going for. My nails did look great but for their location, prices (I'm glad I didn't pay the actual $75 for a mani/pedi --used my living social coupon), and the fact that they usually only have 1 person most days doing nails, I wont be coming back any time soon. read more

I've been a regular customer at the Beauty Bar for at least three years. I've had my brows done by both Michelle (who no longer works there) and Lisa, and not once have I walked away disappointed. I see Lisa every four weeks and during every appointment I feel like I'm just catching up with a girlfriend because she's so friendly. Pricing is fair as well. $20 for a brow wax is one of the lowest prices you'll see in town and Lisa does an excellent job. Next time you need to book a wax appointment, give Lisa a call. read more

The first place I ever got waxed was the Beauty Bar. After having tried out other places around the city, the only place I return to is the Beauty Bar. They are not only friendly and make you feel really comfortable, but they are thorough (which is surprisingly hard to find) and are dedicated to going above and beyond. By this, I mean offering more for your money! Who can beat that? Their prices are EXTREMELY reasonable. I would reccommend everyone to the Beauty Bar for waxing. read more

I've been a Beauty Bar Spa customer for about 4 years now. I found the place because it is connected to a coffee shop I used to work at. I've been fan ever since and in true fan form, though my career moved away I still come back to Lisa every 4-6 weeks to get my eyelashes tinted. It's a scary thing to lay on your back with your eyes shut for 30min while someone is putting due on your lashes. But not with Lisa, she made me feel comfortable and safe and now I can't go anywhere else. I trust her. Never have had any other services done there, but have heard wonderful things about the waxes and manicures. Thanks Lisa for making me feel safe and welcome in your business. read more

Lisa is my favorite esthetician for eyebrow shaping and waxing! She is wonderful at ensuring the brows match my face shape- never leaving them too thick or too thin. I usually get my brows and lashes tinted while I'm there. Lisa has the expertise and knowledge to ensure I have long lasting effects without much discomfort! Beauty Bar Spa is my go-to for pretty eyes. read more

I got my first brazilian here by Michelle and it was beyond an amazing experience. The place is right off a main street and is easy to find. I would assume parking could be difficult, but I was able to find a parallel parking spot right outside the door. The shop itself was smaller and had a very calming feel to it. I was greeted by a lady at the front desk, who knew my name by the appointment I made a couple hours earlier, over the phone. She was very cheery and pointed me to the seating area and magazines, as well as asking if I would like any tea or water. I had to wait around 10 minutes, but I was more than happy doing so. My appointment with Michelle went over smoothly. I have gotten many other bikini waxes in the past and have been way too uncomfortable with the staff to think about getting anything else done. This was not the case here. Michelle was very professional and did her very best to make sure I had an awesome experience. She was so good at what she did that I had no problem with being uneasy about the process. She also had a lot of knowledge on the subject that helped me get my mind off the sting. I would recommend this place to everyone! read more

Lisa does an amazing job. I go to her regularly for my brows, and she takes her time to make them look just right. I went recently for a facial and it was phenomenal. Very relaxing and my skin has NEVER looked this good. Lisa is a kind soul, who puts me at ease as soon as I arrive. I could not recommend her enough. read more

Just tried this place out for the first time and I was pleasantly surprised. I went to Katie for a manicure. It was her first day - but she ROCKED. Super friendly and did a great job on my nails, and I had a very important photoshoot coming up so they needed to look great. It's now been a week since I went in and my polish (regular polish) is still in place with no chips! Amazing. Thanks Katie. read more

This is the ONLY place I will get waxed. I travel from Bothell to West Seattle every 2 weeks to have Michelle attend to my eyebrows. There are many choices on the Eastside where I could go--but trust me--this place is worth the drive! The salon is super cute, cozy, welcoming and all around funky. It's a great place to go. HIGHLY recommended!!!! read more

The Beauty Bar Spa is the cutest, coziest little spot. You walk in and immediately feel comfortable. All of the ladies that work here are always cheerful and delightful and adorably fun. I can honestly say that the Beauty Bar makes getting waxed a truly enjoyable experience. Yes, getting your hairs ripped out can actually be enjoyable, i swear! Michelle is numero uno. She won't let you out of that cozy little room until every little detail is perfect. She will even leave a little heart shape of hair down there and color it pink! Amazing! I love Beauty Bar Spa! read more

I had a bikini wax emergency. I needed one, like, now, due to a last minute photoshoot scheduled in the middle of my day. My friend, who is a licensed esthetician, typically handles my business down there but she was unavailable at such short notice. What is a girl who is very loyal to her waxer do in the heat of the moment? Look on Yelp. I searched and found the Beauty Bar Spa. Browsing the site informed me they not only do waxing but they have massages and manicures and pedicures available. Their bikini waxes were the cheapest I could fine at $30 a pop. While reasonable it was a little shocking since the way I pay for my bikini waxes is with food. I called fully aware and apologizing it was short noticed but asked if I could get in at around 1:00 or 1:30. Sorry, all booked up. I asked if maybe 12:30 was an option and I was told she would have to ask whomever and get back to me. I hung up assuming I would never hear back. Fifteen minutes later I get a call back and agreed to be there at 12:30. The Beauty Bar is off of 35th Ave SW next to a small cafe. It is cozy and bright and with it being such a sunny day full of light. There was a woman at the desk who seemed to have just arrived. She asked me what my appointment was for and then pointed me to the direction of the waiting area. She offered me water which I politely declined. She then told me Lisa would be with me momentarily. Shortly thereafter I saw a woman walk up to me, stick her hand out, and introduce herself as Lisa. I introduced myself and she led me to a white washed room with an awesome flower mural in the corner. I inquired about it and learned Lisa's spanish teacher had painted it. Now, I consider my friend to be the best waxer on the planet but Lisa is a very close second. She was pleasant, precise, and not to mention fast. She was easygoing and we chatted the entire time. Nothing is better than having someone help ease the situation when you are pantless at the mercy of a woman with wax and tweezers near your lady parts. I highly recommend the Beauty Bar. If you ever need to get things tight and right down there ask for Lisa. She will pull and pluck you to perfection. read more

I had a Living Social Deal for a little more than 1/2 off a mani-pedi, which will run you 75 dollars without a coupon. I've always gone to small family run Vietnamese places where I could get a mani pedi in half an hour for 30 bucks, so I was hoping for a real diva treatment at the Beauty Bar. Close. I sat on a wooden box pedestal that had one of those Ikea Poang chairs on it. Lisa brought out a big metal washbasin for me. It took an hour and a half for my mani pedi. Super long. Too long to sit in the Ikea chair. I swear I was going into nap mode by they time she got to my fingernails. So, took way too long and and is way too much to spend...why the four stars? Quality. Seriously, I have NEVER had a manicure last 2 weeks. What kind of polish was that? It was like teflon. I mean, the toes always last long, like a month, but two weeks for a mani? Incredible. And the detail. I could whip out a magnifying glass and not find a flaw, not one streak, bubble, or unevenness. So yes, expensive, lenthy, and not the best atmosphere with the set up and the hour of staring out the window to a catering/meat company's back end, but damn, the quality of work can't be beat. read more

I hate most salons and spas, the whole aesthetic. This place is so comfortable, the owners are very down to earth, the facials are excellent, and the waxing is serious and fast. (come on ladies, you all know you've had that nightmare wax--that took way too long, left bruises, or gobs of wax) Because there's no reason a regular bikini wax should take longer than 12 minutes, unless you're Bride of Sasquatch or are going for that, eh hem, South American look. This place could actually turn me into one of those girls, you know the ones who get maintenance facials and let other people do their toes? read more

Lessee... -got called twice for the appointment; they really didn't have their act together. -turned out that despite 2 calls, I got scheduled for the wrong treatment -treated me like UTTER CRAP when I tried to explain that I did NOT need the slimming wrap - I have low blood pressure and cannot be dehydrated like that -the wrap that I did get (that supposedly wasn't the slimming one) was so hot that I actually had to stop the facial early because I was crying and ready to pass out. -when I was in the waiting lounge trying to become well enough to go home, I was challenged as to why I was there, like I was a leper (rather than trying to get me to be okay). -I had to pay full price despite all of this. I got a $50 gift certificate. That's really funny, since the person here who simply didn't have music got a $75 gift certificate. -they attempted to calculate the tip with the product I bought included. I had to correct them. And, like everyone says, the changing rooms are miniscule, and there's no shower. I couldn't even use the bathroom before I left because someone was in the one they had. Anyone want a $50 gift certificate? I think it's actually dangerous to go to this place, since they seem to care so little when you're sick and still make you pay for the whole thing. read more

i purchased a deal here and thought i'd give them a shot since they were less than a mile from my house. let me just say, best manicure ever! seriously. my nails were absolutely perfect. to top it off, the manicure lasted 12 days before a few starting chipping/peeling. that's unheard of for a manicure on my hands. i'm usually lucky to go a 5-6 days. these nails lasted through a trip to vegas and daily keyboard typing. Marika is awesome! she was also really fun to talk to. she had some hilarious stories to tell. i had to deduct one star for the price... $75 for a mani/pedi is a bit too much for my budget :( if it weren't for the price, i'd be there ever 2 weeks. read more

Without question, Michelle Flickinger at Beauty Bar is the BEST professional Waxing Woman that I have gone to! And... I have been waxed all over this planet! From Europe to the East coast and the West Coast! Michelle is fast and meticulous! And a delightful person to spend time with!:) read more

I love going to Michelle for all my waxing needs. After my first bikini wax- I wouldn't want to go anywhere else. She's professional, personable and very knowledgeable. No doubt- she restores my confidence. read more

I love this place. Totally low-key and casual, but with excellent service and serious skills! Michelle gives the most meticulous bikini wax I've ever had, and I've had MANY. She's really nice, the prices are affordable and it's a locally-owned shop. Rock star quality! read more

I love this place! Courtney always does a great job with brow arches and tints. Really relaxed and friendly. No snottiness here at all. Responsive to phone calls. Very little wait most of the time. read more

I followed Michelle, aka the waxing queen of Julep in U village, to this adorable shop called the Beauty Bar, where she now works. Little did I know that i would fall head over heals in love with the small shop. i have always been a fan of little shops over chains and the beauty bar is no exception. there is a facialist, a waxer (Michelle), and a Masseuse with angelic hands. If you read this and don't immediately schedule an appointment with one of these people, then you are crazy! read more

I have been getting waxed at Beauty bar since they opened. I followed Dehja and Lisa over from their previous locations. While Dehja is no longer there Lisa and Michelle are amazing! They are professional, especially when getting the dreaded Brazilian, and fun to hang out with even though you are going through the painful waxing experience! I always have a great experience at Beauty Bar and would highly recommend them for waxing. Completely perfect experience. While not the most lavish of places, I travel from S. Seattle to get my wax and wouldn't have it any other way! read more

I love these gals. I've been going to them since they first opened. I had my wedding shower there with a bunch of friends and continue to see Michelle for my brow waxing! Great prices and people are here! They also now offer mani/pedis and Naomi is a great masseuse! Give them a shout! read more

We came in for pedicures not knowing what to expect, just wanting to be able to relax a little bit and we loved it! Marika was great! On top of getting fantastic pedicures, she also gave us really great restaurant recommendations-quite a good bonus! We left relaxed and ready to schedule a follow up! read more

The Beauty Bar is well worth the journey to the West-side! The girls & vibe are beyond cool. Michelle is meticulous and speedy - I couldn't ask for more! I'm quite possibly addicted to waxing... read more

Have you ever walked into a spa and then just tensed up? I have. However, when you walk into the Beauty Bar Spa you know you've come into a warm and inviting space, one where you can relax and enjoy sipping a cup of tea, laugh with a friend, or make a new one. I've fallen in love with atmosphere Lisa, the owner, has developed at Beauty Bar Spa. One earlier reviewer mentioned how relaxed the Beauty Bar is and that's what begins to happen when you walk in. I get my mani & pedis there after I fell in love with Marika and then Danette. You can't go wrong with either and you don't worry about walking out with a fungus. Yes, their mani/pedi prices cost more than a chop shop, but my last pedi lasted 3 weeks and could have kept on going. And the work they do on my cuticles is flawless. This is the kind of place where when Marika was injured, Lisa - the owner - did not rush out to fill in the spot with just anyone, but was able to find another very special person to bring into this intimate salon. Everything there is clean. You don't have to worry who else might have been lying down on the table before you. Lisa gives The Best Facials I've ever had. Her new person, Courtney, also does a bang up job. Because of all the positive experiences I had there, I took up waxing two summers ago and have never looked back. These women are in for a laugh as well as a moment of pleasure. The spa does not offer the services mentioned in the July 2012 review. There's never been a slimming wrap, I don't understand about "get music", and they have never calculated my tip before. read more

I used one of my Living Social deal for mani/pedi care. Lisa did mine. She was interesting and easy to talk to. She was detailed. But, I would not drive all the way to West Seattle for it. They only have one person doing nails on the week day. It's hard to bring your friends to get them done at the same time. read more

Lisa was great! I've only ever had my brows waxed and colored, and out of the 3 other places I've gone, I found Lisa to not only be accommodating and flexible with time and fitting me in, but she really took the time to wax and clean up my brows so they looked amazing. Her tinting was what really impressed me - not too dark, no staining, and no irritable redness after. I'll be back. read more

Love this place! I drive all the way from Ballard cause Dejha does the best Brazilian in town. Cute very comfortable space. Plus I get a shot before or after. Helps me get thru it! Thanks for rocking it girls! read more

Got a bikini wax here and Michelle was awesome. She puts you at ease and makes you feel comfortable. She was great and I would never go anywhere else now. read more

Michelle is undoubtedly the best wax-er around! She gave me the patience to grow out my brows and now they (the brows) have an amazing shape that I never thought I could get. She is very thorough- as everyone else has been saying- and gentle. Every time I leave her I leave like a movie star. In addition, the services are reasonable priced and it's a super comfortable and cozy place to go to get stuff done. Highly recommended!!! read more

Everything one could want in a salon...intimate, warm, welcoming, spotlessly clean, and extraordinarily good service. I have just relocated from New York City and could not be more thrilled to find an awesome eyebrow professional on my first try. Michelle is EXCELLENT! I was thoroughly impressed with the service, price and courtesy of this salon. I will definitely return for future brow shaping and to try the other products and services. read more

Danette at The Beauty Bar gives a meticulous pedicure. My toes look perfect every time and she has a great personality to boot! Lovely bright atmosphere in a nice locality. read more

I've been going here since September 2011 and I absolutely love it! Michelle is supper friendly and really makes your experience as fun, lol, and quick as she can. I was waxed by the owner last time I was there and she too was phenomenal! After moving to Capitol Hill I still make the commute to West Seattle because, simply put, these girls rock! read more