Hands down just hit up Regina B. Bc she's THE best. I thought I found my onto brow to stylist then i met her and now I can't go anywhere else. I just can't. She does such an amazing job with the shape, angle, and size. My eyes are on the rounder side with thicker eyelids so thinner , straight eyebrows really fit me well. And she delivers ! I will never go anywhere else and if she opens her own salon I will follow haha Overall: just book bc she's the best ! read more

Anastassia is the best! She is the only person that I will pay to do my eyebrows. I used to see her a lot during Covid when I lived close now I live far away but whenever I'm in town, I come see her. She's an artist and she's so fun to talk to she's a master at her craft. My eyebrows were very uneven and she did her best and even put these nice under eye masks on me they look as even as possible, and I'm very very happy per usual!! Thanks! read more

Shout out to Audrey for being so helpful and accommodating! I've been to other Benefit BrowBars before but went to this one for the first time since it was nearby. I easily scheduled an appointment online. However, I got hit with some traffic so I ended up being late to my appointment. Audrey was super helpful and offered to reschedule in an hour. Since this is in the mall and I wasn't in a rush, this worked just fine for me. I shopped around the mall while I waited. I'll admit, it feels a little weird to get your eyebrows done while people walk by but not a big deal. Audrey worked quickly and did a great job on my brows. No pain. Great shape and she filled in with makeup as well. It was a bonus that she also perfectly matched my skin tone with a concealer. I was sold and bought the concealer too! read more

Anastasia is fantastic! She did such a great job with my eyebrows and the under eye mask was a great bonus

Anatashia is wonderful! She has the kindest energy & my brows were cuteness! Recommend her 10/10

This location is inside Macy's; you can enter through the main mall or you can enter through Macy's. While I do not wear make up myself, I do utilize this location for eyebrow waxing. To make an appointment, go online or you can do a walk in, if there is availability. The times that I have had a service have been with Anastasia. Anastasia provides excellent waxing that is precise and pain-free. She has always been on time for all appointments and is very professional. The tools used and area for waxing is clean without any sanitation issues. read more

This is for Audrey!! Was hesitant to even leave this review because I don't want her to be overbooked to the point I can't get an appointment last minute with her anymore LOL. Love how she really takes her time and is SUPER precise! She did a really good job plucking any leftover hair that may have been missed when waxing. AND she knows how to listen really well to the customer's requests. I showed her a picture of the type of brow shape I had in mind and she delivered while still making sure it was customized to my brow shape! Thank you so much Audrey! read more

Anastassia is absolutely fabulous! Brows are a big deal, right? One mistake can be catastrophic. Anastassia is an artist - she is so talented and will make you look and feel stunning. She is also so fast! I so recommend Anastassia and the Benefit BrowBar at Macy's at Hillsdale! read more

I come to this location when I'm on vacation in CA. I've seen both Yani and Anastasia and they're amazing: listens to what you want and waxes as painlessly as possible :) I've never been disappointed when I get my brows done at Benefit Brow Bar! read more

I've been coming to benefit brow bar for almost 3 years and Anastasia always impress me with her talent. My eyebrows have never looked better thanks to her!!!!!!! You won't regret her amazing job go make an appointment with her, I promise!!!!!! She amazing read more

REAL EYEBROW GAME GETTING STRONG(ER)!!! I let my brows go!!! I see friends/strangers making eye contact and them eyeBROW contact during conversation. Excuse the mess... Went on the "eyebrow challenge" and Been growing out my eye brows for 8-9 months in hopes of fuller, thicker, and more arch because plunking them to thin lines resembling a sad face wasn't cute. You can imagine my brows have been uneven, patchy, and strange looking and after trying to comb the hairs into place it was time for a wax. I've had them filled where they didn't look very natural. Finally... I'm ready to clean it up. Did a drop in and had a Yani session. I explained to her the growing out and what I want them to eventually look like. Even though they are still growing she commented it was a good amount of growth. She trimmed, waxed, and shaped the brow and advised where I need to grow for her to give me the arch. My eyebrows look pretty good. Thanks Yani!!! read more

Benefit Cosmetics BrowBar - The cleaned up eyebrow!!! - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - San Mateo, California

This is the only place I allow to touch my brows. I don't have much, so I can't allow some unskilled tech to mess me up...lol. I've been coming to Yani for the past 4-5 years and she is the best. Personable, professional and really really good. She's one of the best! Also, for your birthday you get a free brow wax - for the past few b-days I've gotten this. I would encourage anyone who wants a good brow wax, which will not result in cartoonish or overly exaggerated brows, to give this place a try. read more

I've gotten my brows done 6 times and the last time I got my brows done, my left eyebrow is higher then my right brow. I've seen the same esthetician and this time it was such an unfortunate incident. Would not recommend read more

Came to the Hillsdale location for the first time with Anastasia. I was very specific in what I wanted and where not to wax cause I'm trying to grow the hairs on that area of my brow. After an extensive consultation, she waxed that area!! I don't recommend her. I would like to give 1 star but unable to change on YELP. read more

Let's address some admin stuff first. If you call, the extension is 2370. Knowing this is gonna make your call less painful. We all love to swipe our plastic, but if that's how you roll, bring cash for a tip. If not, you end up loading a gift card for Yani, which is cool, but it's not cash. Ok, now let's get down to business. I prefer to be in a committed, monogamous relationship with my brow girl. I don't like to play the field, sneak around on dates or any of that business. I want my brows to look perfect, knowing they never will. That being said, when my brow gf isn't getting the job done, I need to move on and that's what happened here. Found my girl Yani on Yelp and had never been here before, but was in need of a change so I gave it a shot. It's way different than what I'm used to. Typical brow job is behind closed doors and you get to lay down and relax without anyone watching. Not the case here, which took a while to get used to. It's at the mall so I basically sat in a chair and ladies shopping were passing by as I was getting waxed up. I don't like it one bit, but I don't make the rules, I just play by them. Yani and I had a convo about what I wanted done before she started. Then we had another convo once she did one brow and made sure I was satisfied. Then, we had another convo at the end once she finished and that's the kinda communication necessary for a successful relationship. I think I found myself a wifey, so if you are a guy and need your brows did.... I guess we can share. read more

My fiancé has been going here for 3 years now with Anastasia, she is very accomodating specially when she takes our kids to get her brows done. She pays attention to detail, and what the customer wanted. read more

I came in without an appointment and in desperate need of an eyebrow wax. The employee managed to squeeze me in and did a fantastic job on my eyebrows. read more

I got my brows done with my coworker. My coworker was 30 minutes late, so they gave her appointment away (understandable) but they kept on telling her come back in 10 minutes, come back in 10 minutes, come back in 15 minutes. My coworkers appointment got pushed back over an hour. But, this review is not based on that, I just wanted to make a note of it =] I had Sonia do my brows. This was my first brow wax and I did not know what to expect. She was efficient, quick, and precise. She cleaned up my brows and turned my balding, little, shapeless eyebrows into well-defined arches. She also filled them in and covered up the redness. I liked my eyebrows, but they were arched a little too high, so my coworkers told me that I looked a little mad. I'm kind of used to it now, but I would like to make the arch lower, I just don't know how -_-. But overall, Sonia gave definition to my eyebrows and she did a pretty good job. =] read more

Most of the time I tweeze my brows myself but since it was my bday (and Im very pregnant) i wanted to treat myself and WOW what a difference! Yani did an AWESOME job (she's super sweet and talented) i got a ton of compliments on my brows and I really enjoyed the experience!!! I will definitely be back!!!! read more

Love benefit products. Dear John Moisturizer: A+ - I have really dry skin and this product does the trick without breaking me out. Firmology Serum: B , got a free sample. Seems to minimize pores when mixed with liquid foundation. But not as much effect under mineral foundation. Depuff Eye Gel: B-, didn't really see much difference. Cooling sensation but that's it. read more

Wow, I tried being a walk in but they won't even take my phone number so I can shop while waiting.... thx for info on how to book online!

Yani did an amazing job with my brows. She asked me what I wanted, she did a consultation and walked me through how we can get my brow to where I want it. "Judge free zone" because my brows were so messed up! Haha. She also showed me product she used, without making me feel like I had to buy it or being pushy. She is amazing, I will def. be booking again soon. read more

Benefit Cosmetics BrowBar - Brows - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - San Mateo, California

Anastasia did a great job with my brows and upper lip. Got a birthday discount :) I've always been happy with my experience at any Benefit Brow Bar. read more

Yani did an amazing job on my eyebrows. I was really nervous to go to someone new since I had been going to the same person for the past 2 years. I looked online and was able to book with Yani. She's great! She's personable and incredibly helpful. My eyebrows look exactly the way I hoped they would and she even gave me some tips on how to even them out. Yani officially has a new client. Thank you!! read more

Ruthie was Great! She took her time and did a Fabulous job on my eyebrows! After doing one eyebrow, Ruthie even Demonstrated detail by detail on how to make it look like the other one. I Am Definitely returning as a Happy Customer read more

I'm just going to put out there that Angie is wonderful and she does a great job with the wax. The reason why I'm only giving a one star review though is because of how absolutely AWFUL their positioning of drop in times is. I came in at 4:45PM or so and asked to see if I can be seen for a drop in. I was told that there's one other person ahead of me and to be around the area for when they call my name so I can be seen. "If I'm not there to respond to my name being called, I'll be crossed off". Sure, makes absolute sense and I totally agree. I was walking around browsing and ended up having a seat and waited. It's currently 5:42PM and I just got to my car and didn't even get my wax done. APPARENTLY, the wax person I was waiting for went on break. She has another appointment at 5:40-5:50PM or something, THEN she would take the person ahead of me, THEN I would be next. No one told me she had another appointment! No one said she has a break due! You can at least tell me all this information so I don't sit there idly for 40 minutes for nothing. They literally wanted me to be in that small area for over an hour just to get a wax done? Seriously? This is so frustrating and absolutely ridiculous. Sorry Angie, love your work but this frustration just isn't worth it. read more

Yay - finally Benefit Brow Bar comes to the Peninsula! I heart my regular brow waxer in SF, and still think she's the best in the biz (check out Nail Care for You if you're headed that way), but I no longer can count on the bi-monthly treks into the city just for eyebrows. Yes, I know about Bombshell in San Mateo - but her hours are lame for people who work regular hours (sorry Christina) and getting a same day appointment is impossible (I'm not the type to plan eyebrow waxes weeks in advance). So when I learned that Benefit Brow Bars have opened up at both the Ulta in Bridgepointe, and here at the Macy's in Hillsdale Mall, I rejoiced. I've given the one inside Ulta a shot, and while the waxing was good, you don't get the makeup treatment that normal Benefit Brow Bars offer. I think it's because the one at Ulta is not actually done by a Benefit trained waxer, but just a regular aesthetician. Since the waxing is $20 at both locations, I'm going to the one that offers me more freebies! At the Hillsdale location, they will typically give you TWO makeup services - one prior to the waxing, where they let you try on some of their new goodies; and then one after the waxing, where they hide your redness and fill in your brows. It's great! 4 stars simply because I always have to pluck some strays when I get home. A great option for those like me who hate having to make appointments - walk-ins are readily accepted! read more

I love coming here! I used to get my eyebrows done at a nail salon and it really ruined my eyebrows. I ended up going here because it was convenient. The first time I came in, I was assigned Anastassia and she was amazing! I've been coming for about a year and my brows are amazing now! They're finally nice and full because Anastassia was able to help me grow them out. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to get their eyebrows done. A plus is that they do online booking which makes this whole experience easier. read more

I think I found my brow girl! :) All thanks to my friend Jessica for introducing me to Yani. Jessica's brows looks amazing and I understand that everyone's brows are different but mine were looking HORRENDOUS! I have eyebrows that are like Kevin Richardson from the Backstreet Boys! (BTW, I LOVE THE BACKSTREET BOYS.) Yani fixed em, shaped em and had me looking like a woman! :) Yani is unbelievably sweet too. She will definitely take care of you. You have to call and make an appointment with Yani. She's a busy bee and she has every right to be! She is the best! Her makeup is on point too. I need to ask what she uses the next time I go see her. I thought I wouldn't have to see her often but I trust her with my hairy brows. I love YANI!!! read more

Don't waste your time coming to this counter at the Hillsdale location. I came in as a drop in for a brow wax at 6:30, at 6:45 the girl that told me to wait a few minutes tells me they can't take me today because the esthetician has to clock out at 7 and won't have enough time. I asked to speak to a manager and she says they're all gone for the day. Terrible customer service to have someone waiting and then turning them away. read more

I have not had my eyebrows waxed for years. The lady that did my eyebrows today did an excellent job. However, when I started threading years ago, I never went back to waxing; until today. I still like the result of threading better; it cleans up better, looking more refreshed and sharp. Anyhow, I may come back here; it is not as difficult to get an appointment. read more

Benefit Cosmetics BrowBar - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - San Mateo, California

Took forever for them to answer the phone as I tried to make an appointment for the brow bar. Finally decided to go somewhere else. Also: Went there previously to get my makeup done for an occasion and they made me look like a hooker. Did my own makeup better once I got home. Not too crazy about this counter... Valley Fair's is FAR better. read more

I really fell in love with Benefit over 4 years ago and have always been using their products -- love the brow zings, benetint, moon beam, etc. Their salespeople always did an exemplary job in selling Benefit products because they know the products well and have a pretty good overall attitude. However, on one of my recent visits to pick up the brow zings they had on back order, this young and tall blond saleslady in a really loud red blouse was quite rude. I felt like she was doing everyone a favor by even being there. I got the feeling that she didn't work at Benefit but was covering for someone else who didn't show up. I guess that would be the #1 reason to take it out on a customer? Love that attitude! Let me be honest, for someone who didn't work at the counter, she sure knew here way around and also knew all product names. Anyways, I'm a little disappointed because of this experience at this Benefit location. I still like their products but I feel reluctant contributing part of my paycheck for the services of such an ill trained salesperson. read more

Jarrell and Susan are awesome!! They are helpful, friendly and make me want to shop here more often. I recommend this benefit to all my friends! read more

I made an appointment for 10:20am this morning and I got there at 10:24. They lady who was helping was rude and told me that she can't take me since I was late. I have been going to this BrowBar for over 3 years and next time let your customers know when you change a policy. read more

I've been getting my brows waxed for over 15 years - and I'm in the beauty business, I can honestly say that Anastassia gave me the best brow wax! My brows are perfect. She has a gentle touch and a great technique. She's my new favorite. I plan on going to her from now on. read more

Jenn is great -- and therefore hard to book. I've tried some of the other girls at this Benefit Brow Bar and they were a little underwhelming... You won't be disappointed if you see Jenn for your brows. :) Book her a few weeks in advance. read more

I love this Christina as I wait for her namesake to give me an appointment at bombshell. I live a few minutes from the mall and my eyebrows looked like a bush and I needed to get them waxed before my guests arrived to a party I was throwing. I got an immediate walk in appointment. Our conversation with each other began with my reference to bomshell, where I mentioned that I have been growing my eyebrows to meet her namesake and Christina was gracious and all praise for the other Christina. She ran me through the paperwork quickly( a small disclaimer sheet about waxing only when you aren't getting your dermabrasion, chemical peels etc done, as it affects the sensitivity of the skin) Christine asked me how I liked my eyebrows, told me that she would retain the natural arch. Waxed it neatly especially as my eyebrows thin out towards the end and made sure she tweezed every problematic teeny hair and tinted my eyebrows neatly. A very good job done for a decent price- yes the store charges 20 and add your tip- you are looking @ 25 bucks. But does the money really matter when you can look in the mirror and smile :) Thank you Christina :) read more

Quinn was so sweet and she knew what she was doing. This was my 4th time at a different benefits brow bar and I think I've finally found my match! My brows became uneven and the shape was grown out since my last experience. Quinn was really good about taking me step by step on what she was going to do and had a good eye for shape and even-ness. Make sure you bring cash for tip and make an appointment earlier-- these girls get super busy. Thanks Quinn! read more

I LOVE this place. The workers here are honest with you, if they feel like you don't need a wax, they won't do it for you because it's a waste of your money and they tell you that. they'll also tell you how to do it yourself to tie you over till you're ready for a wax. super friendly, gentle, cheap, quick and no appointments needed. read more