The first time I had ever heard of this place was through a Grab One deal for 12 months of IPL…read more(laser hair removal) for $250. I have always said to myself, whenever I can afford it I will get IPL. Well at this price I could, so without thinking or researching the place I grabbed the deal. I guess this could be seen as being quite silly of me, but after having taken the risk I have no regrets. I really rate Royal Beauty! At Royal Beauty they perform a number of treatments from IPL, waxing, nails, skin therapy, and much more. Having just recently renovated the premise, it looks 100 times better and so much more inviting. I really love what they have done with the place as I feel it will make it more appealing to public who have never heard of them before. I can be the first to say I was incredibly sceptical when I first arrived at their location. I have been going to Royal Beauty for over a year every 4 weeks for IPL treatments. I cannot rate this product enough, I love it. The results give you the confidence to do anything! Especially in summer times when there is a lot of maintenance to be had. Tania and Nancy are the owners and absolutely lovely women, the would be more than willing to help you out with any questions or queries.

Ellipse is a little health and beauty store located on Dominion Road. I've been going there on and…read moreoff since I was 15, and can honestly say it's still the best place to go for a wax or to get your eyebrows threaded. The staff are professional and usually pretty friendly - always a bonus when you're getting your kit off - and they're also really good at what they do. To get your eyebrows threaded only takes minutes and they're always done evenly - again another huge bonus! The staff at Ellipse also listen to what you ask for. They appreciate not everyone loves really thin arched eyebrows, and happily shape them how you want them. Compared to other beauticians, Ellipse have always been very reasonably priced. While some places may charge $60 or more for a bikini wax, Ellipse are far more affordable and usually ask for around $25-$30. Having recently undergone a bit of a face lift, the Ellipse building now looks far more appealing and according to my friend who went there just last week, the service is still brilliant. I definitely recommend Ellipse to any woman in need of a bit of TLC! Tip: Ellipse has become quite popular so ring ahead and book your appointment!

Best waxing ever. Naina was so professional, sweet, and kind. Coming to this place from now on. The…read moreworkers are very well trained.

The staff here are so skilled with so much knowledge and understanding. Great results and I love…read morethe skincare products.

I had 6 treatments of full leg laser treatment done a few years ago via groupon. Definitely saw…read morereduction in hair growth but also got a lot of ingrown hairs which left my legs scarred and took a good year for scars to disappear. Have had more laser treatment done at other places and Leannes equipment is definitely not as effective as the other places. I have needed a lot less visits to get the same results I got with Leanne. Illuminate me was good but there are better laser treatments out there e.g. Off and On.

I initially came to Illuminate Me for some laser hair removal treatments. 80%-90% of my hair was…read moreGONE after just 2 treatments. Her equipment is high quality/advanced and because of the operator the results are simply incredible!! While getting the laser treatments she recommended a course of facials and some products for my skin. I had almost given up on my skin because I have tried "everything" and "every" product. I was weary, but thought I'd give it one more shot. Just 3 short weeks later my skin was nearly acne free and I have a smooth creamy complexion; which I never thought was possible!!! I can't stress enough that it was not only the products, but it was Leanne who got my skin in tip top shape! Just today I had a Dermapen treatment and I can't wait to see the results of her handy work! Thank you Leanne! You are simply amazing and I will definitely be a loyal customer of yours!

I was in town from Los Angeles and needed a quick fill. I was a little nervous going someplace new…read moreand in a new country - I had an excellent experience here! Small but comfy environment, great friendly staff. They are really good so they get booked up in advance. Key tip, you can make reservations online and see what spots are available: upsalons.com. Perfection!!

Fabulous service, Izumi really took the time to figure out what look I was after and I came out…read morewith some flawless lashes! Highly recommended to all, especially if you're after bespoke lashes that really enhance your eyes, in a serene, comfy environment (and who wouldn't want that?!). Will definitely be going back!

I think they know how to work their customers. I went in asking for a specific service in a facial…read moreand got other things. The asthetician then told me that whoever booked the appointment didn't book enough time, but I should come back and have a special treatment, and it is $100. Then she pushed about $400 worth of product on me, all the while acting like her boss wouldn't approve of her giving me the amazing deals she was offering. Seems they are in the money-making business more than anything. Disappointing.

I walked into this wax bar on a monday morning without an appointment hoping for a quick face touch…read moreup! Lucky for me they could do it right then and there! More to the point, it was the most pleasant, least painful wax I've had. Changing it up from the usual private room wax, you grab a chair, much like a hair salon and hang out in a comfortbale relaxed space whilst women and men alike get tended to (dont worry - if your going for a wax elsewhere on your body, they have private rooms and men - they even have a man cave!?) This place gets huge bonus points for being quick, easy and painless! It is also very male friendly so get amongst people! AND the lady apologised for being padantic - having a pandactic person wax you may be the best thing ever!

Where do I even start? OFF specialises in waxing and brows, and they're serious about getting your…read moreservice right. My beauty therapist was patient, friendly, and informative, first-off. And OFF itself is clean and modern--much more so than many places I've been to both in NZ and back home in the US. They're not your average waxing place, which is apparent from the second you load their website to make a reservation. I've been going to them for several months now and always look forward to it (rather than, you know, dread getting waxed, which was previously the norm). Their website is also really tidy, well designed, and easy to navigate, so making reservations is actually a pleasant experience.

I never review online. This is first time because I had really bad experience with CACI Botany…read moreJunction. Unprofessional staff. Always call in last mins to postpone my appointment. Postponed half an hour and postponed one week. And they always have excuses. Postpone appointment is not a big issue compare with their unprofessional conduct. Recommend photo rejuvenation in consultation, had once but no effect. Then other staff recommended collagen induction and said laser treatment is not recommend for Asian skin. Everyone need to beware to sign one year contact with CACI. I purchased rebuild package. CACI website says all rebuild and restructure package come with Home are kit. But when I asked Botany Junction, reception lady said not available in Botany Junction and the own (I think) replied in email said not all packages come with Home are kit. When sign the contact, the lady didn't go through all the terms with me. Only pointed out how many treatments do I receive and payment details. My fault, I should read carefully before I sign. And they didn't give a copy of contact. Unfair terms like: "it stated (3ii ) that you have a contractual obligation to complete payments, even if you choose to discontinue treatment. Point 7 states that at my discretion I may permit an early termination. The admin fee covers the cost involved in cancelling your program." Their cancellation fee is $150. When I decided to cancel the contact, they didn't give a former invoice only sent price list via email. they said the price i have been given is from franchise system. But I got price from other Auckland's CACI store is different from theirs. Detaild information from other store are, 30mins photo rejuvenation for face is $350. 45mins is $500. My treatment only 20mins and Botany Junction ask for $500. $100 for 30 mins sonophoresis infusion, they charge $120. Their sonos and MDA have no effect. after sonos I feel like the glue on my face very sticky, not comfortable. MDA's suction is not strong enough. And of course 20mins photo rejuvenation has no effect. Warning all others do not go to CACI, especially Botany Junction branch. For this review I don't even want to give 1 star, should be none star if there is an option.

Christine runs a great hairstyling salon and beauty therapy business. She has a wonderful team of…read moreprofessional women who can take care of their clientele. I have been a regular client here for hair cuts and colour and have had a number of different stylists through the years. I think they all did a great job and I've come away happy. Mr & Mrs Jones cut, colour, style and basically make your hair look fabulous, no matter what age you are or if you are female or male. On the beauty therapy side, their treatment room is to one side of the salon and offers a large menu of facials, therapy treatments and massages.

This is a really good local hairdresser / beauty therapy place. Have popped in and out of here a…read morefew times over the years, mostly for hair and it has always been a good venture with no regrets! My mother goes here all the time. Every six weeks to be specific (her fringe needs all the attention) and she loves it. I can see why, as the staff are super friendly and the place has a really relaxed atmosphere. As per most hairdressers nowadays they offer you a cup of tea or coffee upon your entrance, and also have a great selection of magazines for your interests. I know they have a quite a wide range of services but I can only attest to the hair ones (cuts and colours) and they have always been great, and since their staff is loyal and sticks around I expect nothing less each visit. Also my mother gets her eyelashes tinted and eyebrows threaded here and she said both experiences are painless and quick procedures, with great results.