First time going to Cleopatra's secret and I am so happy with the end results. The location is very clean. Ati was so welcoming and made me feel extremely comfortable. She took her time answering all my questions. I've been waxing for the past 3 years but then I heard my gf talk about sugaring so I got curious and that is how I ended up coming. Safe to say I'm done with waxing. My skin feels so soft, it wasn't nearly as painful, and the irritation that I was always left with is much less. They offer multiple services and they do sell products that help with after care but I was happy I didn't feel "pushed" to buy anything. It was a bit more pricey than what I was used to paying but after reading up on sugaring and all the information Ati provided I feel like the extra bucks will be worth it. read more

Cynthia is the absolute best. Makes you feel comfortable and at home during what could easily feel humiliating for someone. Do not think twice about booking read more

Ati makes my experience so worth it! I leave feeling beautiful and like a lady again lol

What an amazing experience!! Ati and her staff are welcoming and make everyone feel comfortable. There is no other product or process that leaves my skin soft and hair-free with no ingrown hairs or unsightly bumps. This is the place to get ready for summer!! read more

Have been visiting Cleopatra's Secret for over a year for bikini waxing. Have been so impressed with my results; I've noticed the hair has come back thinner and softer and takes much longer to grow back as I've continued to keep up with it. Sugaring is also so much better for your skin than waxing as it only removes the dead skin cells as opposed to regular wax which removes both dead and healthy cells. Ati the owner also makes everyone feel like family and is an absolute joy to chat with during your appointment. read more

I have been a client of Ati's since 2002! Needless to say I have complete trust and confidence in her services. After 18 years I can truly vouch for her excellent product and her expertise makes you feel comfortable from the minute you walk in the door. Ati has never failed me and always makes her clients feel like they are her only ones! Make Your Appointment Today - You Won't Be Disappointed! read more

I have a theory about the average male and his hair follicles. It's a zero-sum game that is being played. Beginning in his late twenties or early thirties as he begins to bald, the hairs on his head are NOT disappearing. Not at all! They are merely migrating to other places that you wish they wouldn't (e.g., your ears, nostrils and back). By the time he reaches my age, these wayward hairs can begin to demand a significant amount of his grooming time. This is where Cleopatra's Secret can play a helpful role. I looked at my back in the mirror the other day and vowed to return it to its silken smooth beach glory days from two decades ago (does this sound like a mid-life crisis?). Cleopatra's Secret had recently moved into my neighborhood from its previous location at Bunker Hill and the Katy Freeway (the old location falling victim to MetroNational's redevelopment plans around Memorial City Mall). I decided to give them a shot, called and made an appointment. Being a hair removal virgin, I was somewhat apprehensive about exactly what sort of pain I'd undergo and had vivid nightmares that approximated that memorable scene from The 40-Year-Old Virgin. Anticipating a dimly lit medieval torture chamber, I crafted this Limerick the morning of my appointment while lying in bed, dreading what I had put on my calendar: I asked her to sugar my back And cringed at the hair-tear attack. It seems diabolical That each friggin' follicle Was rampaged from shoulders to crack. Surprise! Surprise! My hairy back was deflowered in a most pleasant fashion. My appointment was with Ati, the owner. She is a delightfully vivacious woman who babied me through the whole experience. I put on my game face and exuded as much charm as I could muster when we met in the lobby. She looked me over and said, "So, baby...you're my next victim?" I couldn't help smiling. She took me to a private room where I doffed my shirt and lay down on what seemed to be a massage bed. We kept up a lively conversation as she spread a hot sugary mixture onto my back, applied a cloth to it and efficiently ripped away large swathes of hair. I admit - I winced, but it really wasn't bad at all. In between, she had a soft touch which was quite soothing. At one point I was actually getting drowsy as I lay there. The whole experience lasted about 45 minutes. The results - WOW! Talk about smooth. The last few days, I've marveled as I've rubbed my back in the shower. In an intimate moment, my lovely wife was quite appreciative too. In retrospect, I should have done this years ago! Ati informed me that I should come back in two months and that the next round will be much easier. I thought, "Super," because the first round wasn't bad to start with. All this being said, I have a new-found respect for you ladies (and guys) who submit to hair removal in the nether regions. Ati swears that your back is more sensitive than your privates, but I'm not buying it. I might just wince when a strip of hair gets ripped from its roots over my shoulder blade, but if a similar thing had occurred between my thighs, I suspect I would have emitted a bit more than a wail or whine. Guys are wimps in that way... read more

Cleopatras Secret - Post-sugared back of happy male client - Sugaring Near Me - Houston, Texas

Still love cleopatra's. Ellen is still amazing. She makes you feel comfortable like you are talking to a friend. I do wish they would change was their policy regarding changing estheticians. One time I was in a bind and needed Ellen (my usual esthetician) but she was not available the one and only time I was free. I asked if I could get another person since I was certainly not flexible with time. They told me they did not allow that because it was considered stealing a customer from a specific esthetician. They didn't bend the rules. Pretty inconvenient for the customer. They are closed on Mondays and Sundays. Tuesday-Friday they close at 6pm. I wish they stayed open until 7pm to help people that get off from work make it in on time. That would be helpful. read more

This isn't waxing-it's SUGARING. So much gentler on your skin. I think I've been going to Ati at Cleopatra's Secret Sugaring Spa for more than 10 years-she is absolutely awesome. Immaculate facility, friendly faces, easy scheduling, what more could one want? For any season or sugaring reason, Ati is my go-to friend. If you are reading this review and considering a professional touch to your personal grooming needs (from your scraggly eyebrows to your hairy legs) call Ati and make a friend for life. You can thank me later for my honest review. Enjoy! read more

I first learned about Sugaring a year ago when I was in Georgia and never have gone back to waxing ever since. When I moved back to Houston I knew I had to find a Sugaring place near my house. This was the only place I found nearby. So far I've had sugaring services from both owners, Cynthia and Ati, and they both are highly experienced and knowledgeable on sugaring. If it's your first time here, I highly recommend booking with either Cynthia or Ati, they will take care of you. My husband went here once to get his chest sugared and scheduled it at the last second with a newly hired sugarista. The sugarista didn't know how to properly treat his skin and he left with pimples all over his chest. That's why I recommend booking with one of the owners if it's your first time, because they will know how to handle your skin and what products to put on it. If you don't know what sugaring is... sugaring doesn't burn and remove your skin like waxing does. Sugaring is removing the hair follicle while waxing is just removing the top part of the hairs. Sugaring takes a longer time for hair to grow back. Sugar paste is sugar, water and lemon juice heated up. There are two different methods of sugaring. 1st method is applying the warm, liquid, sugar paste to the body with a popsicle stick and removing it with a sheet. That's what Cleo's Secret does. 2nd method is forming the paste into a solid mass in your hand, and applying it to the body and removing it with your hand. That's the method I experienced in Georgia. Both methods are great but the first is more hygienic. If you are thinking about trying sugaring, take the leap. You won't regret it! read more

I've been going to Cleopatra's Secret for give or take 7 years...seems like forever and I can't say enough about Ati and her establishment!!! Ati has been sugaring me for years now but the very 1st time I went...she made me feel like I've known her forever. Before her, I've only been waxed a couple of times and have always hated it...not anymore and keeping a schedule of every 5 weeks! I get sugared more than I get a Mani/Pedi lol. If you've never tried sugaring...I highly recommend it...and Ati is THE VERY BEST!!! She keeps you laughing the entire time ... But she also gives great advice I Love Ati and I'm sure you will too!! Also, this place is super clean...and men can go as well! read more

I have been going to this place for almost 5 years and love it!!! When I was looking for a place that do the depilación with sugar I was worried and scared as it was my Firts time, went with Ati and oh my gosh!!! Made me feel so comfortable and the placed is spotless. She did a wonderful job and still does it. So happy I found her and her shop since all the staff is amazing. Best place in Houston!!! read more

Absolutely love this place!! Their facilities are always clean and the staff is really nice. Ellen is my go to girl, she really makes you feel comfortable on your visit and is very knowledgeable on sugaring. read more

My first experience in this establishment was one of the best I've ever had. Ati took great care of me made me feel comfortable. She would also make sure to inform me everything was sanitized.I will never wax again after this sugaring experience. Highly recommend it! read more

LOVE THIS PLACE! Cannot say enough good things about this establishment! Need a wax (male or female) come see Ati! I was very nervous coming in but she's so welcoming and makes the experience not awkward. I've been coming to see Ati for over 5 years now! She's very quick and does an amazing job! Highly recommend anyone on the fence about getting anything waxed to come check out this amazing sugar wax! Also with all the covid rules I will say they go above and beyond to make this place clean! GO SEE ATI, you won't regret it! read more

I LOVE Cleopatra's Secret. I have been a client with Ati for over 3 years now and I can't say enough great things about her and her staff. Before I found out about sugaring, I used to get waxed regularly and I would always have horrible ingrown hairs. It was so painful and so frustrating since I did everything I possibly could to prevent it. As soon as I started getting sugared with Ati everything changed. My hair grows back softer and thinner than before and there are absolutely NO ingrown hairs. Not only is cleanliness and sanitization super important to them, but so are the relationships with their clients. Even from the first time I met Ati, I felt like I was reunited with a long lost family member. I will never get a wax again and am a Cleopatra's Secret client for life! read more

Ati is a wonderful person and excellent at what she does. We are like family now. She makes you feel comfortable and will keep you laughing! read more

I've been going here for over 10 years! Ladies (and gentlemen) if you want somewhere safe, hygienic and friendly for hair removal, this is it! Oh and this sugaring, NOT waxing, big difference! Owner Ati Shafik is quite simply, amazing! Love her! read more

I've been seeing Ati for years! She does such an amazing job, treats you like family, and makes the whole process more comfortable and less painful than I've experienced elsewhere. I drive 30 minutes one way to see her and can't imagine going anywhere else. It's also great to support a local small business owner! read more

Attie is amazing! She makes you feel at home during your bikini, lip, face, body sugaring. The sugar is all natural and way better for your skin than waxing. Waxing left brown patches on my skin, which are gone now thanks to Cleopatras Secret. I won't go anywhere else! read more

Golly goodness am I glad I was told Cleo's Secret! I'm such a punk when it comes to waxing - as someone who as literally cried when strips were pulled, I can tell you that it takes a lot for me to say something was virtually painless. A Brazilian at Cleopatra's Secret is virtually painless. A Brazilian people! Ati is hilarious, sweet and the fastest in the West - I was beach ready in like 15 minutes! The price is a bit high, but for the service you receive and the painlessness, it's way way worth it! read more

I have been going to Cleopatra's Secret since they where at their old location on I-10. The first time I went to Ati, I had my doubts about sugering compared to waxing. Ati promised that it did not hurt nearly as much. to prove this theory, she covered my hand in the Sugar Mixture (that Ati created) and then proceeded to tear it away. To my amazement, my skin was not pulled. I am now all sugar....Ati and her team of Cynthia and Shannon are great. They make you feel like you are apart of their family. Shannon the receptionist (the glue of the business), can remember everything about you, your friends, and beyond. Ati and Cynthia are very professional and fun loving people. One thing you should know is that you have to be referred to Cleopatra's Secret by a friend. When you are referred, you will go to the sugarist that your friend goes to, Ati or Cynthia. I have only had Ati, who is terrific. She takes her time to make sure everything is PERFECT. When she sugars (Brazilian) you forget that you are bottomless. The sugaring takes about 15min and you are all done. It takes about 4 weeks until you need your next appointment. I send all of my girlfriends to see Ati and all of their significant others are very thankful. read more

Body hair is such a pain to deal with. Seriously. But Ati (owner of Cleopatra's Secret - which sounds like something way dirtier than its depilatory reality) makes the entire 'ripping the hair follicle out of your skin' thing a million times more pleasant. She's got a great sense of humor, a relaxing and laidback manner and amazingly quick reflexes (necessary for clients that get a little jumpy when under extreme sugaring duress - I speak from experience). The rest of the staff are just incredibly friendly - the kind of people who are incredibly free with hugs, remember clients' names and really develop great relationships. A huge plus in my mind considering the rather delicate situations you find yourself in for there (grin). Cleopatra's Secret moved a few months back to a new location and it's great. Everything is clean and comfortable, albeit covered in Egyptian paraphernalia. One drawback is the pricing, but I suspect this has more to do with the fact that it is body sugaring vs. waxing. A bikini sugar will set you back about $85 - but holy gingersnaps is it worth it. A summer essential, particularly for those with a penchant for a little pain :) This is the kind of place that I feel comfortable recommending my mom and even my more conservative friends. Everything is very friendly, professional - one of those spots that despite the rather uncomfortable procedure (it is what it is...) I can still look forward to visiting on a regular basis. read more

AMAZING results! I have been only once but will definitely be a repeat customer. I was SOOOO nervous! I had never waxed or anything before, but everyone was so nice and understanding, it made the process so much easier. =) I can't say if its better than wax, as i said i have never waxed, but i was very surprised at how little it hurt. Now, dont get me wrong, you feel it! but the pain lasts for like 3 seconds, if that, then they moisturized that spot right away and it went away. I had Cynthia and she is so friendly and makes you feel like you're just hanging out with friends having a normal conversation lol Very clean, very friendly! My one and ONLY con is the price. It is very expensive, at least for me. $85 for FULL brazilian. but bc i love the results so much I will do my best to budget that in! It is a MUST try!!! oh and its been 3 weeks and there is practically NO hair still!!! read more

If you have been waxing for hair removal I highly recommend giving sugaring a try. The sugar mixture sticks to your hair, not to your skin as does the wax. Also, Cynthia and Ati are very warm and welcoming in their salon. Cynthia is a professional and does a thorough job. I suggest you read their recommendations on their website for preparing for your first sugaring appointment. read more

I had a bad experience with Brazilian waxes before so very scared going to new places. So first off clean, friendly and sugar is... I sh!t you not, is virtually painless. I have seen Ellen a few times now and she is great! You feel comfortable in her hands. I will definitely make this my new spot from now on! Pros Service Cleanliness Sugar Treatment almost painless and hair doesn't grow back as fast/thick. Cons Sugar wax requires a little more after care. Using a roller serum for ingrown hairs for a couple times a day for a few days after treatment. read more

So, this was my first time getting "sugared" and I absolutely love it! But, I will be honest: Pros: Significantly Less Painful than Waxing Ellen was soooo nice and made me feel super comfortable! We had general convo and Before I knew it, it was over! They call a "Brazilian" an "Egyptian", and instead of laying on my back grabbing my knees, I was allowed to lay flat on my stomach comfortably while Ellen "sugared" my bottom! LoL Ambience is NIce! Lovely Egyptian Decorations! Slow growth Cons: Pricey $85 for my first Viist Sugar was Super hot! I had to have Ellen turn down the temp. Not as smooth as I thought, after a few days, felt a little stubby Will definitely be going again! Ellen's hospitality and a big hug before I left after paying made me a fan! It was a great experience and hopefully it gets better with maintenance! Ellen your the bomb.com! read more

Very clean! Very professional! Locally owned and operated. Love Ellen and the owner (can't remember her name). Have been a client for several months and they treat me like family! Definitely will continue using their services! read more

I have seen Ati for sugaring for about 10 years. She is the best! She treats you like family, makes you feel so comfortable and welcome. All of the staff and services at Cleopatra's Secret are amazing! read more

I have been going to Ati at Cleopatra's secret for over a decade. She is personable, hilarious and does an amazing job removing all unwanted body hair! The sugar leaves your skin soft and helps to shrink your hair follicles so that it grows back sparser and more fine. I highly recommend this shop for all your hair removing needs! read more

I stopped getting waxed 15 years ago when I was referred to Ati at Cleopatra's Secret and my skin has been so much happier!! Sugaring is so much better for my sensitive skin and Ati, who is also the owner, will make sure that you do the proper aftercare post-sugaring. I no longer get the rash or bumps I got after waxing and sugaring is all natural!! Plus, I love coming here because Ati treats you like family...and Cynthia and Ellen, the other "sugar babies" are equally wonderful and kind. Everything at Cleopatra's Secret is kept clean and hygienic at all times! I cannot say enough wonderful things but my advice....STOP WAXING and START SUGARING! read more

Ati and her staff are amazing! I have been a client of Ati's for 15 years and drive 30 minutes to go to her because no person or their product compares to her sugar. Everyone is friendly and responsive, the space is clean and you are always greeted with smiles! read more

Be weary! I got a staph infection at this place at their old location after a bikini wax. I was in terrible pain and it cost me $800 in medications alone not including the doctors bills to get rid of the infection. Worst of all my 6 year old also contracted the infection and it broke my heart to see her in this pain. I think it was from the lotions and solutions they ask you to use after the sugaring for relief, they must not have cleaned them between appointments. read more

I have never sugared before and I am 48. I needed a last minute appointment back in August for a waxing but my regular place did not have an appointment. So I looked in YELP and saw amazing reviews for Cleopatra's Secret, called and Cynthia fit me in! OMG what have I been missing?! Cynthia is AMAZING! The sugaring hurts at a ONE on a scale of 1-10 and what's even better is Cynthia is a comedian while sugaring so you leave with your face hurting from smiling and laughing so much! I am hooked forever and you should be too! All natural...sugar and lemon juice! How can you beat it! read more

This is THE place for sugaring. The owner, Ati Shafik is a DELIGHT! She is just about the ONLY person in the world that can make someone want to return to her "torture chamber"... While hair removal is not a pleasant experience, Ati and her entire staff is so attentive and wonderful! I am now living in California so I can no longer go there, but if I am ever in Texas, this is the place to go for hair removal, as well as glorious body massages and great facials. read more

I have been going to Cleopatras since I was 14 years old (27 now) ! I adore Ati and Cynthia. They're remarkable and know exactly what they're doing. Their space is always very clean and they're extremely professional. Sugaring is the best way to remove hair and I will never let wax touch me! I have never let another person touch my eye brows and I make trips to Houston just to go to there, seriously. Ati is the best and will make you extremely comfortable and probably laugh with you all the way out the door. She's an absolute doll. I cannot stress enough how wonderful this place is and if you've ever been hesitant give them a try cause you'll never go to another beauty spa again. Also, make sure you take Ati's christmas cookies, they're the best! Sugar me baby for life! read more

Ellen is a true professional, but she makes you feel like you're with a girlfriend. The facility is clean, the staff is pleasant and the service is flawless! read more

Ati is the absolute best! Her sweet personality and attention to detail are unparalleled. I had several bad experiences with Brazilian waxes at European Wax Center-- I left there bleeding and the hair grew back more coarse than it already was. Sugaring is completely different--it's much less painful (I barely even felt it) and the hair grows back half as thick. With EWC, I had to visit every 4 weeks. I only need to visit Ati every 6-7 weeks. The last, and best difference, ZERO INGROWN HAIRS! I'll be Ati's customer forever. Five stars! read more

Cynthia was amazing. I love her sense of humor and matter of fact attitude. she was an absolute professional. the place was clean and she was timely. read more

I absolutely love this sugaring spa!! I have been a repeat customer since 2011, and I have had nothing but positive experiences at Cleo's. I have terribly sensitive skin, and normal wax is simply too harsh on it, but the all-natural sugar has changed the way I think about removing unwanted body hair. Ellen is absolutely fantastic, she never misses a hair! Also, she's very comforting and has an incredible sense of humor, which helps during a normally awkward process! I definitely recommend Cleopatra's Secret, you will never return to any other form of hair removal! read more