I came here with my daughter for laser hair removal, and skin brightening, and we both loved the…read moreexperience! The vibe is super hip and modern, and I really like that it's conveniently located inside the mall. The staff take their time to explain every procedure carefully so you know exactly what to expect, which made us feel very comfortable. Pricing is very competitive compared to other places we checked, which makes it even better. $3K per session. Overall, such a great spot for beauty treatments--I'm definitely coming back and would recommend it to anyone looking for laser services!

We looked for a place near our hotel that offers facials and this place had a 5 star rating. We…read morewere happy and surprised they had space for 5 of us on a short notice. They explain step by step how and what to expect during your facial. The quality of machines and products they used was very good. Ladies who worked here were very informative. Nice modern and very clean place. We had a great experience!

Hey ladies, if, like me, you find a hard time having to make a U-turn almost at the end of…read moreKatipunan Avenue just to get to Laybare for a wax, your problems have been solved! Hey Sugar! is a newly opened Waxing Salon at the ground floor of UP Town Center's mall that offers not only waxing services for both men and women, but also threading and eyelash extension. Although more expensive than the more popular waxing salon at the other side of Katipunan Avenue, the experience was definitely better. I availed of a hot waxing service for my legs because they had a 30% off on Hot Wax Services promo and I read somewhere that hot waxing is a better though more expensive option than cold waxing. I was reluctant to try hot wax at first, but my waxer was very reassuring. She even adjusted the heat level of my wax when I found it too hot at first application. After a while, I got the hang of it. My waxer was nice and courteous, and normally I don't like conversing while I'm getting waxed, but I loved speaking with her. The only regret I have was that I neglected to ask her for her name. When I go back, I'll find out for sure! As for the waxing service, you really have to set aside time when getting a wax. If you're looking for quick service, better try cold wax or cheaper waxing salons because Hey Sugar! values quality. My wax was 30 minutes long because my waxer made sure not a single strand of hair was left on my legs (I availed of the half-leg service). She even applied cold wax after the hot wax for the stubborn strands, and afterwards, a threading technique to take out the really tiny strands. I also love how it's All-Natural and All-Organic sugar wax that they use. Hooray for sustainable living!

They charged me twice, and up to now, they haven't returned my money. I initially paid via debit…read morevisa. I was charged ₱1035, but they said that Paymaya declined it even though I got a notification that ₱1035 has been deducted from my account. So I paid the same amount via gcash. They told me that after 2 hours, I'll see the ₱1035 in my bank account again. It's been 16 days, and that ₱1035 is still not in my account. I reported the incident via email - no response. The one who manages their Instagram page said they'll conduct an investigation. Took days before they responded, btw. When I followed up, they just told me to call the branch directly. Wow.

I've been a good trooper for the sake of having properly groomed eyebrows thanks (or no thanks) to…read morethe torture that is threading. Since I can't really afford to pay a fortune for my eyebrows every three weeks, I decided to go scouting for a reasonably priced eyebrow grooming place without having to suffer the consequence of being under the care of untrained heavy hands. I went to Barenaked with the purpose of finally finding a place that won't cost me too much, I ended up getting more than I could ever hope for (drama). The sugaring process wasn't only bearable; it actually felt soothing enough to lull me to sleep! But you know what the best thing about Barenaked was? I went there in the most terrible mood, and left with a dopey smile on my face; the staff are not only efficient, they are also the most charming and pleasant people I've ever met.

Ok. So here's the thing. I've never been professionally waxed before, much less a brazilian but…read morethere's a first time for everything and today, I was like, dammit let's do this. According to my friends and all the reviews I've read about it, it will hurt. Like seriously. With that in mind, I braced myself for the worst. And here's my verdict - it. did. hurt. like. hell. But it was also worth it. And it helped a lot that Lay Bare was a place with non-intimidating vibes especially for noobs like me. It was clean and the staff were courteous. Big thumbs up also to my wax lady, Ate Jacq, as she was so chill and gentle and understanding about all the quirks I had about the whole process, it being my first time and everything. In hindsight, the experience was really good and I can't help but be grateful for that, aside from the fact that their services are affordable. Good job, Lay Bare! The only downside is that they don't have a branch in Cebu yet and I'm going home next year. Waaah! Come to Cebu already!

No, I will not have a wax anywhere else but this Lay Bare Katipunan branch. I've become its loyal…read morecustomer ever since my initial experience with them that went really well. Getting a wax is, to me, one of the things I /need/ to feel secure about. After reading reviews online, all sources point to Lay Bare Katipunan as the most credible waxing salon. And yes, I'm here to testify that their service is fast, efficient, and clean. They also make use of cold wax so it doesn't hurt as much as hot wax does. The waxing ladies are also courteous and amiable, and they don't even initiate embarrassing conversations with you as you get your wax. Plus, there's hardly any line! So for those ladies who are absolutely terrified of haphazardly performed waxing service, or of the pain of hair removal, Lay Bare is definitely the place for you!

I've heard of Strip but I've always been hesitant to try it because of its crazy steep price. They…read moreare one of the most high-end waxing studios in the country, if I am not mistaken. But because I am a sucker for trying new stuff, I checked it out. And now I understand why they charge the way they do. You see, waxing isn't the most comfortable service for anyone. Putting aside the pain, it's the trust that you want to put to someone who is going to do the service that is tricky. I am very particular about these things - comfort and hygiene. I want to be able to at least enjoy (kind of) the service, even when it's freaking painful. Strip is very hygienic. They don't double-dip and their waxing ladies always wear gloves. I've tried a waxing station before that defied all of these rules and I just felt weird and violated. I vowed to myself that I would NEVER AGAIN go back to that place. Another thing I liked about Strip is how comfortable their rooms are. Unlike other waxing stations that only have a curtain or a thin wall separating clients from one another, Strip in Megamall has individual rooms. I wasn't able to check if the walls are soundproof though. Hahaha. I suggest that if you do visit Strip in Megamall, ask for Manilyn. She's a young, nice lady who works fast and is very friendly. She really did take good care of me. Very happy of Strip's service and 50% was because of her.

I've been going here since 2013. I've tried other waxing salons but I always keep coming back to…read morethis salon. I'm always happy with the results after every visit. Their staff is very efficient, professional and friendly. The waxing rooms are clean with dim lights and you hear the running water sounds from the fountain nearby. The vibe just makes me feel comfortable and relaxed for any service. For some reason, it also makes me happy whenever the attendant tells me that I have a high tolerance for pain while hearing other girls shriek in other rooms. (LOL!) Another factor why I like it here, I really appreciate that they go over the waxed areas with tweezers to get...everything! Too much information? For me, if I'm going through all that pain, it better be worth it! Tip: take a pain reliever 30 minutes before your session. If you are looking for good, clean waxing, then Beeswax is the one I recommend! :)

I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place! Just had to get that off my chest. I discovered it as SM…read moreHypermart is five minutes from where I live and so it's essentially my go-to place for groceries, eyelash extensions, a quick meal, a trip to the bookstore, and of course, my monthly pedicures. I've tried almost every nail spa in the area as there are several, but BeesWax is hands down my favorite one. It first opened in 2012, and I've been frequenting the place at least on a monthly basis since then. What caught my eye was their "organic" theme -- from their hot and cold waxes to their Zoya nail polish -- none of these contain harmful chemicals. I liked the sound of that. This place also offers threading services. I've become friendly with the receptionist/manager (hi Jel!) and the therapists are always kind and pleasant. Yellow and black decor in line with their "bee" theme; the chairs are comfortable and I leave a happy and relaxed customer each and every time. Love you BeesWax!

I would love to put a photo of my eyebrows, but I don't want it to be cemented in yelp. What I will…read moresay is that the quality is amazing and I asked for Justine every time that I go. She listens and she not only listens to what I would like, but she recommends things. Her recommendations are stellar because of course she's the expert, and that expertise shows in her work. I asked that you try her. She's very kind. She's very sweet and straightforward. The vibe inside of the establishment is one that is relaxing, energetic, and for the girls. I would highly recommend and I will be and continue to be a repeat visitor.

The receptionist was very rude ..she is not happy of her job..she don't know how to communicate…read moreproperly...They keep saying they don't have enough time to do the service but eventually changed their mind to wax my daughter's leg..Poor job lot of hair and wax left on my daughters legs ..ABSOLUTELY UNPROFESSIONAL...

Best massage I've ever had! I booked a package and was in heaven for over 3 hours. My mom who…read moreshares this experience with me was snoring next to me. We had a body massage, a foot massage, and a facial. I feel so pampered when I'm being attended to by more than one person. They made me feel comfortable and relaxed on a completely new level. Their ginger tea is a MUST! Make sure to try them while waiting for your turn after shower, or you can ask your attendant(s) to get you refills if you're booked for treatment for hours. Seriously the best money I've ever spent!

This used to be the spa i frequent years ago. I guess now it's pretty old so the place is a bit…read moreoutdated for the price you're paying. Luckily they have the services we wanted and was able to get an appointment on the time and day we wanted but def make an appointment because they get fully booked fast. Wasn't able to get pictures this time. Hopefully our massage quality will still hold the same as I remembered it- to be top notched.

I availed of their foot spa + pedicure package and chose the chocolate theme (because I love…read morechocolates!) and also got waxed and had my eyebrows threaded. I love the product they used coz it smelled chocolatey but minty so it still has that spa element. Adel was so gentle with me and did a fabulous job. Nothing hurt compared to some people who have heavy hands and scrub your skin to death or nip at your toes like they mean murder. Next was the eyebrow threading and waxing (legs and lady parts) and Lynn was the girl assigned to me. I was expecting the brazilian wax to hurt, but amazingly this one didn't hurt as much coz maybe we were chatting away and she tackled big areas at a time (only two pulls inside, per side) compared to little strips I was used to at other places. It also helped that she put a hot and cold compress before and after each pull. Oh, the music they play was nice too! Overall good experience as a first time customer :)

My girlfriend and I found ourselves in BGC with nothing to do. It was too early to eat lunch and we…read morehad already raided all the bookstores in the area. She suggested that we get ourselves waxed. It was her first time and my nth time to have it done. When we asked around if there was a waxing place, the concierge told us to go to Strip Ministry of Waxing. So we went. My girlfriend and I told those who would wax us that we wanted all the hair to go away. I warned my girlfriend that it might be painful and it's fine to scream. Well, this was the first time in all my years of waxing that instead of pain I only felt like I was being tickled. I thought that maybe it felt that way because I was used to it already, but even my girlfriend told me, "You are so wrong! Waxing does not hurt." The staff was really accommodating though we did not have an appointment. They were also very professional about the whole process. The place was clean and they throw away all the objects they use on you after they wax you. The best part is that there is no pain and all the hair is gone in less than thirty minutes.

There are just some things that are difficult to talk about as it's either too personal, a taboo…read moretopic, or a bit of both. Well, waxing has become so common amongst women nowadays that it's becoming more and more openly talked about. This can probably be attributed to Strip, with them pioneering in openly advertising about "bushes" and their upkeep. What I like most about Strip is that they stand for quick, quality service. They have sealed packs for each customer, which they will open right before each procedure to ensure the best hygiene and assure their customers that everything is sanitary. With their techniques and signature procedure, they keep their promise of being done and out of there in 15 minutes (that is, unless you ask the technician to pause more often or for longer periods). Fancy? Aside from the different "styles" and services to choose from, they also have different "flavors" for their wax, having different scents and benefits.