Best waxer ever! So thorough, kind and professional. She always makes me feel comfortable and has…read moreme looking better than when I came in!

Melissa is the best waxer around! I am so glad that she opened her own business. She makes me feel…read morecomfortable and is very thorough. Highly recommend!

Had a manicure with Simone. She was very detail oriented and made sure my nails were perfect before…read moreI left. She was also very helpful in steering me toward the correct services to meet my needs. Overall very satisfied with my nails!! Will be returning.

50.00 manicure chipped same day I went back to have it…read moretouched up the next day and had to wait one hour

Alyssa .. started my waxing years back .. I'm very grateful as my wax specialist she has taught me…read moreways to enhance my Body & Skin .. Her attention to detail is phenomenal and she truly loves her work. I started with some waxing and now she has moved me along with such care into complete waxing:) I look to her as a Master aesthetician as she clearly stands strong and stable in a career that can most definitely be challenging.. as her client and also an Advanced esthetician and instructor myself. I am so proud to be one of her ongoing clients.

I hate to give bad reviews but I have had quite a few not so great experiences at this location…read more The front desk staff are hit and miss but multiple times I have witnessed pretty unprofessional behavior (bad mouthing their team in the hallways while we can hear them in the wax room, gossiping at the front desk). In addition, this last visit was the worst. I got a huge burn on my face. I thought it would die down after the first night but it looks pretty bad now and I've had to go into work for big presentations trying to cover this up. I've had burns before but this is by far the worst.

I have been going to Essentials for many years. It is my go to place for manicures/pedicures,…read moremassage, facials and waxing. The staff is fabulous and the owner Liz is so welcoming and professional. The atmosphere is very relaxing. I cannot understand the one negative review here. Essentials uses up to date equipment and their linens are always clean and in great shape. I have had facials in many high end hotels and resorts and to be honest they don't even compare to Essentials.

I honestly found the staff very friendly and kind the woman who did the treatment was especially…read morenice. However, I feel the HydraFacial was overpriced for what you actually receive. The treatment only included the pen and red light therapy. There was no deep cleansing or exfoliation before using the pen, and they did not extract or clean pimples. In other places I've been to, those steps are included, so this felt incomplete. I used a $250 birthday gift card, the HydraFacial costs $200, and the $50 tip was mandatory -- which didn't feel appropriate given the limited service. it's overprice.

Stopped in here with the lady on a walk-in and was serviced by Fanny!…read more She was quick, professional and did exactly what my lady requested. I also got a pedi clean up and a quick clear coat simple. I had a couple hang nails that were annoying me and she cleaned them all up for me. I don't know much about nails, but the experience was good. Cost came out to be about 80 bucks for the two of us. My lady got gel, chrome, nails something like that haha her pictures can tell you better.

Today was what I call "maintenance day" and decided I wanted to get my nails done. We were in the…read morearea and figured why not try Wild Orchids! Wild Orchids is a Chinese nail salon, located in Westwood. This was actually my first time getting my nails done at a Chinese-owned salon, in the US. I am Chinese myself, and felt comfort hearing some Chinese tunes playing. I felt at home honestly and wondered to myself why I haven't gone this place sooner. Today, I decided to get a chrome gel manicure, no acrylic extensions. Lol, also the first time I opted for no nail extensions & did natural nails. My nail tech was Fanny, who was very kind and did a great job! My nails came out exactly how I wanted them to ;). I asked for two coats of OPI Funny Bunny, one coat OPI Bubble Bath, + chrome finish. The nail salon was super clean. The tools used are all sterilized well. I consider their prices pretty fair, compared to other nail salons I have been to in the city. I would come back again and recommend coming here if you're around in the area!

I love going to this nail salon! It's one of the cleanest in the areas and my nails always look…read moreamazing. I've been seeing Joanne for years and can't recommend her enough, my nails always look perfect and I get so many compliments!

Excellent pedicure and dip manicure!! Great service and availability. This is now my go-to after…read moreseveral mediocre experiences at other area nail salons.

Are used to go to European wax studios never ever again Nicole is the bomb she makes you very…read morecomfortable in her spot is the most clean a spot out of a bunch of my life try out

Nicole is amazing! I have been going to her for years. She always does a great job and really cares…read moreabout her clients. I wouldn't go anywhere else!

I've been coming to Daniela's for years now and it all started when I found her on Groupon for an…read moreultrasonic facial. I literally cannot rave about this place enough. She is super friendly and personable and really listens to her clients and quite frankly that is really hard to find now a days because all these other estheticians want is your money rather than loyalty. The moment you walk in the environment is super clean and neat, which is super important in the beauty industry. I love the decor in this place. Daniela is so sweet and passionate about what she does. You can definitely rely on her when it comes to what she thinks your skin needs without pressuring you into upgrading or purchasing anything. P.S- ask for the blueberry enzyme - a little tingly but does the job and makes your skin feel amazing! Daniela and I can converse for hours about literally anything haha but if you need your me time she can do that as well. We talk all the time, but I still feel relaxed. She has some of the best prices around here-including Boston area. And to be honest, she is worth way more than what she is charging already. I highly recommend getting the package deals she offers. Plus, if you purchase another package before your 1st package is over you get a complimentary facial!! (100% worth it) Super easy to get to this place. I use to live in Brookline and now I moved to Malden and still drive 45 minutes to an hour to get here. There are plenty of estheticians in my area and in Boston that I pass by to get here, but I one thousand percent choose her any day! I literally leave this place glowing and feeling like a brand new person. She does wonders to my skin! Plenty of street parking and public transportation drops you off a couple stores down. I brought my boyfriend here recently and he wants to make it a commitment to come back once a month together. That was his first time getting a facial and he is hooked. Daniela gets booked pretty quickly, especially on the weekends so I would suggest booking as soon as you leave. Or you can easily shoot her a text. She is super quick at responding. Keep in mind that she is the only one running the show here so the door will be closed until she is finished with her previous client.

I had the signature facial and everything about the experience was amazing!!! The salon is…read moreimmaculate and Daniela was great. I am so happy with the results. Looking forward to my next service! Thank you Daniela

Vera is amazing and kind! Facial is relaxing - she has magic hands. She uses top notch products and…read moreI feel rejuvenated when she's done!

How lucky are we to have such amazing facial clinician like Vera locally! Relaxing massage,…read moreexceptional cleansing and age-defying facial. My skin feels so soft and fresh! So worth it!! I can't wait to go again!

Love love love this place! I'm not easy to put eyelash extensions on. My eyes flinch A LOT. But…read moreLilly was patient and diligent and they turned out great. I got light volume for a big event. I'm going to replace them with a classic set next week for every day ongoing wear I love it so much! If you take care of them right they keep giving you a good look a long time.

I love, love, love everything about Huong, Lily, & ilash spa so much that I don't know where to…read morestart! First of all the online booking system is a total plus as you can book any service at anytime (literally 24 hrs a day.) Onto the salon itself; it's a quaint space right in the heart of Norwood and is absolutely beautiful, from the pink faux flower buds in the wall, eyelash themed decor, to the gorgeous crystal chandeliers, it's perfect! Oh and the massage table like beds are so comfortable. Most important Huong is AMAZING at her craft! She is truly an artist!! She gives you what you ask for, works quick (but not rushing through the service), and she is so gentle that have dozed off every time. I have nothing but great things to say about the ladies at ilash spa they continue to exceed my expectations! I will definitely be a client for life! Thank you!