I'm just getting out after getting my first ever Brazilian done and I felt compelled to write this review right here right now. I've been freaking out about doing this for the past few days, thanks to all the things I've read online. But oh my God! Melissa is truly a gem! Right from the second I met her she was so warm and friendly and she put me at total ease. She walked me through the entire process and gave excellent tips along the way to minimize the pain, especially the breathing technique she had me do during the process was extremely helpful. I can't believe how relatively painless this entire experience has been, thanks to how quick and effortless she made it all seem. Melissa is very professional and answers all your questions without any hesitation. I will certainly be back. Melissa deserves more than 5 stars! read more

MELISSA IS THE ABSOLUTE BEST. Melissa is amazing. I've been going to her for a year and a half. She's the only one I trust. She makes me very comfortable each and every time. The best way to describe her: extremely thorough, accommodating and very "big girl" friendly (huge bonus!!!). Plus she is super sweet! read more

If you're looking for waxing services in Milpitas, try Mac's Strips! Melissa is awesome! She uses hard wax so it's basically pain free. During my first appointment she went over the importance of the shape of my eyebrows in accordance to the shape of my face. She also gave me tips on exploitation and massaging my eyebrows to help with the hair growth where I was lacking. Making an appointment to see her is also a breeze. I will definitely be seeing her from now on. read more

Even though I've only seen Melissa three times, I already DEFINITELY consider myself one of her regulars. I don't see myself going anywhere else! From the get go, Melissa is a true sweetheart. She's all smiles from the second she greets you to the moment she walks you out. She definitely knows what she's doing. You can tell she has a passion for her work. She's very comforting and will talk you through the entire process, telling you when to breathe in and out and all that good stuff. She always asks if the wax is too hot because she's more concerned about your comfort than anything else. I usually pay cash but the last time I was there a couple weeks ago, I swiped my card. Melissa WOULD NOT let me leave her a tip. I pressed the 20% tip button and she cleared it and said she would not accept it. I was blown away. We were making small talk about how I want to eventually get my own place and stuff and her reason for not accepting the tip was "you need to save up for a place". ABSOLUTE SWEETHEART. One last thing. Melissa talks about how she would eventually like her own place to conduct business. And when that day comes, I will remain a loyal customer and go wherever she ends up going. read more

Love it..she's super friendly!!!! Makes you feel real comfortable.. definitely going back!!!!!

Melissa is absolutely AMAZING!!! Getting your cooch waxed is definitely not the most pleasant beauty service to get but Melissa is able to make you feel super comfortable about it. She is very professional, talks you through every step, and makes sure you are as comfortable as possible. I use yelp a lot to look up places but I don't write reviews unless I have an extremely good or extremely bad experience (yes, I'm one of those yelpers). Anyhow, I had such an amazing experience at Mac's Strips that I had to give Melissa a shout out. If you're looking for a place to get waxed, make sure to check out Mac's Strips. You'll be pleased if you do. read more

This was my first time getting a Brazilian Wax and Melissa made it feel like the easiest thing in the world. She was very bubbly, welcoming and very kind. Melissa's way of working made the experience painless. She explained everything she was doing step-by-step and kept a very nice conversation going throughout the session. She even did a little breathing exercise to help me forget about the pain. She did her absolute best at making me feel comfortable with the whole thing. And because it was my first time she gave me a little goodie bag filled with washed/wipes and instructions on how to care for the area after the wax. I would rate her more stars if I could. I'm definitely coming back. read more

Melissa changes the whole waxing experience! I came to Melissa just to get my eyebrows waxed. You can seriously come in and put all your trust in her hands. She shaped my brows perfectly, gave suggestions on how to care for them if I wanted them to grow faster and talked me through the whole process. I mean, you would never think that getting your eyebrows done could be such an awesome experience. read more

Just like everyone says, Melissa is hands down the best!!! I've been going to Melissa for almost about a year ago and I've never looked back. She is very professional at what she does yet she is also very personable as well. Every time I see her, she always remembers our previous conversations and it's amazing because I sometimes go up 3 months without seeing her (Damn you lazyness/shaving) Her technique is awesome and considering she was the first one to ever groom my cookie, the pain is no longer a factor. She is very patient and works very meticulously. She is always giving me tips and helps make sure I get the most out of my appointment. If you are looking for someone to groom your cookie I would highly suggest Melissa. She is the sweetest and most professional person I have encountered and I will continue to go to her for all my grooming needs. read more

Going to pretty much every european wax center all over Cali, I can honestly say that Melissa provides the BEST SERVICE POSSIBLE. The price is reasonable and she abunently cares for every client. Melissa's passion for her business allows her to always provide consistent care and comfort to every appointment made. She really is the triple treat! Her TECHNIQUE involves endless different ways to reduce pain and give you the best result, her natural PERSONALITY to care for her clients is 5 stars alone, and her ETHICS is something that has made her business as successful as it is today. I HIGHLY recommend: - Making Melissa your main waxer for consistent great service, care, and comfort. - Booking your appointment in advance. - Going here for your first Brazilian wax. - Text her for fastest communication. Questions? feel free to contact me for any additional questions. I would love to help out! :) read more

Best Waxer Ever!!!! I have been to a few other people, and was about to give up, when I was referred to Melissa. She is AMAZING!!! Melissa is extremely patient (as I am a whiny, wuss-face) and I can't believe how painless it can be. Not only does she distract me, but she actually cares about me and how my skin looks. You'd be crazy not to give her a try! ;) read more

I don't trust anyone but Melissa. I got my first Brazillian here about a year ago and I've been going to her ever since. Of course your first time is going to be a little awkward but I've never met anyone who was able to break the ice as well as she did! Within minutes you'll forget what you're actually there for and end up talking about your favorite TV show or something, I promise. She's an excellent esthetician: knowledgable, gentle, and always prioritizing the client's comfort. I know it may be a bit pricy to some but the experience and results will be worth it! read more

Melissa is worth every penny to take care of your lady bits and other hair removing needs. I have been to many amazing, talented, experienced, and unique estheticians all around the Bay Area. I've had some treat me as your BFF or family, I've been sent home with countless gift products ranging from collagen creams to exfoliating gloves, I've been everywhere from modest set ups with just a curtain separating the wax room to fancy upscale private lounges, and I've even been slapped - yes, slapped (in a good way at Loma Spa in Cupertino!). However, Melissa goes above and beyond for her services and educates you on best hair removal practice, maintenance, and several tips and tricks on maximizing results. This girl rocks!! I'm not swapping all my services here! So...what do I do with all my leftover European Wax Center pass and credits now? read more

These 5 star reviews are really as real as it gets. Today was my first time at Mac's Strips with Melissa; I have never met a wax technician or anyone so humble, so radiant, and so easy to talk to. Even after talking to her for a few minutes I knew that she is unafraid to let her work speak her passion. Her close attention to detail and me as her client made me feel so comfortable. She demonstrated and explained everything so much so that I could literally trust her with my life. Her wax technique and breathing exercises are amazing and the pain was so so so minimal. I've had horrible experiences in the past that made me fear Brazilian waxing but Melissa made me believe in it again. The whole process was smooth and she definitely knew what she was doing; afterwards, she gave me a little goody bag with cleansing products that go with her skincare technique to keep the "down there" area as smooth as a baby's bottom (with the addition of a cute little hi-chew candy that made me so happy). I tried to tip her but she would not even accept it! She wanted me to really believe in her work more-so than giving her a tip and I really respect that. I will forever be a loyal customer, especially once she has her own place. I love her, bless her beautiful soul. read more

I can't believe I finally found a wax spot in my city. Melissa is very knowledgeable and did an amazing job. I've been getting Brazilian waxes for many years. I have had great to scary experiences along the journey. When I stopped working near Dublin, I was worried about finding a new wax lady that compared to the lady I usually went to. Since there wasn't anything close by, I settled for European wax center. At EWC you don't know what type of experience you're gonna get and if you did find a good person, they weren't there for very long. Now, I have Melissa who not only took care of me and knew exactly what to do after me having to start over after 2 years of no waxing. I experienced no pain and she was quick. She told me things NO ONE ever told me about aftercare and upkeep. Gave me a bag of items that has helped prevent ingrown hairs. I'm so happy and relieved to have her place of business nearby, I have a little one and life is super busy. Melissa responds quickly and Best of all, I know she isn't going anywhere because she owns the place. read more

Melissa!!!! I am a FOREVER FAN!!! You calmed my nerves! You are so knowledgeable about certain reactions, skin conditions and processes regarding skin care. You gave me tips on hair growth and maintenance! You're a great conversationalist and your mannerism is quite friendly! You are a perfectionist! Your work is excellent! I will come back to you over and over again! I am an overjoyed customer! PS - I have a nephew I'd like to introduce to you! :) read more

I used to love the European Wax Center, but only because my first Brazilian waxer in Davis was amazing and I always booked with her--that is, until I moved back to the Bay. Since then, it's been meh experiences at the EWC, terrible/painful experiences at other places, and most recently, a mixed experience at a stupid cheap place ($25) with really quick waxers but that was also unsanitary (double dip, yuck! and which makes me stupid, sigh). I decided to wise up and find a new place--Mac's Strips is close to home and the online booking was super convenient. Just had my first wax with Melissa and she definitely knows her stuff. I got pre- and post-wax tips, a pretty quick, fairly painless wax, ingrown hair removal and even a goodie bag with post-wax products! As a businesswoman, she should be getting me to be a monthly customer like most places do, but instead, she's got my best interests at heart--once every 2 months like I usually do is fine since I don't have as much growth down there. In fact, because I have light skin, dark hair, and such little growth, I'm a perfect candidate for laser hair removal--something I've been thinking about but need to save up for. Speaking of saving up, at $47 (for the first time) with about a $10 tip, it's definitely reasonable considering the quality and efficiency of the service, but still a little pricey for me, even at $42 (for regulars) with a $5 tip. read more

Amazing experience, every time! I've been coming here for over a year now, with some gaps when I go off to school, and Melissa still remembers what was going on with me last time I saw her! It has taken me way too long to write this review obviously, but it's definitely 5 stars every time. Waxing, especially bikini/brazilian, is going to be painful, but Melissa really helps to reduce by telling you when to breathe and being as gentle as possible. She also makes it a really comfortable experience for something that could be super awkward. She's always super friendly, cheery and my favorite person to go to for getting waxed! read more

First time waxing anything on my body in my LIFE. Honestly, I know its my only experience, but hands down best experience ever. I called in around 2:00 PM for a last minute appointment and Melissa put me down for a 4:00 PM appt. She sent me a confirmation email with all the details about the wax. I arrived on time and she made me feel so comfortable. She scanned my body and did a quick diagnostic before starting. She asked about the history of my waxes and also fixed my infected ingrown hair, professional! She talked me through the whole process and her energy is seriously contagious. I was super nervous, but her energy was super calming. Cleanest wax ever. Swear. I look like a newborn baby! Everything she warned me about was happening, but I was expecting it since her work was so detailed. ALSO, she did all of this in seriously 15-20 mins, I don't know how long waxes take, but this was the most detailed and fastest wax ever! I don't think I'm ever going anywhere else. Love you so much Melissa and thank you Yelp for this recommendation! read more

Melissa is awesome. I was looking for a place closer to me and actually ended up loving everything about Melissa and her services. First of all, she uses hard wax and it is clean and basically painless to me. It is like ripping off low adhesive stickers compared to the super glue sugar/honey wax that I had suffered through. Not only is Melissa nice and friendly, she is very knowledgeable and informative. EXFOLIATE! :) Aside from being very affordable, Melissa makes it so easy and convenient took book an appointment with her. She also has deals for first time guest and a point system! read more

I am so happy that I found Melissa through yelp and came to her for my first bikini wax! Because she was so informative, helpful, and gentle throughout the process, I always go to her now! Making the appointment was very easy. You could either book it online or text her for an appointment. As soon as it was booked, you would receive an email confirmation and further instructions on how to prepare for the day of your wax. Her business is inside Jenny's Salon so don't be worried if you don't find Mac's Strips in the plaza. I felt very nervous going in because it was my first time, but Melissa was very comforting and super friendly. Throughout the process, she explained every step of the way and made sure that I was comfortable. In order to lessen the pain, she showed me how to breathe out. She was very easy to talk to, which helped me get my mind off of the waxing, and she would always ask if I was okay before she proceeded. After we were done, she went through the aftercare process with me in order to prevent any in grown hairs from appearing in the future. Because my skin is sensitive, I asked her lots of questions, and she gladly answered them and even offered me some aloe vera in case I needed it. She also added that I could text her if I had any other questions throughout the week. There's also a Groupon deal sometimes if you're lucky! The first time, I went in I used it and paid $19 for a $39 value. So not only did I have a great experience with Melissa, I had a great deal as well! There are also other deals if you and a friend want to go together, and pricing for males as well. I highly recommend getting your waxes done here by Melissa!! read more

Okay, so I've never been anywhere else to get waxed you know where before. But I don't think I'll ever need to. Melissa is the best! She makes your feel comfortable, and gets the job done quick. She also genuinely cares for her clients. Make sure to make appointments in advance online. It's super easy and convenient. She's located in the back of Jenny's Salon in a plaza with a lot of other shops. It might be a little hard to find parking depending on the time your appointment is. So make sure you give yourself enough time to get parking in case it's busy. read more

I'm so glad I found Mac's Strips on Yelp. I was looking for a place that I'd feel comfortable getting my nether regions worked on. The European Wax Center was a strong close contender, but the reviews here were too good to pass up. Melissa is the go-to girl here. She's an instant homie because she's great at listening/talking to and knows how to take your mind off of the wax job she's about to perform. I highly recommend going here and I myself plan to continue going here. The reviews and ratings truly speak for itself. read more

Melissa is AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME! Definitely going back to her again! She makes me feel so comfortable and at home. She is also easy to talk to and extremely friendly! I 100% recommend everyone to go to her and get your hair removed by her!! read more

Let me start of by saying that Melissa is AMAZING!!!!! If I could give her more then 5 stars I would such an awesome personality makes you feel so comfortable throughout the whole process. I went in today for my first Brazilian wax and the pain wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Her breathing technique really helped with the pain. She also provides a after care kit and instructions how cool is that. Thank You Melissa I'm definitely going back! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER! read more

Trust the other 100+ yelp reviews! Melissa is awesome! She's so personable and makes you feel soooooooo comfortable. You will not regret this decision. Don't think, just do it! read more

Melissa is so nice and is very knowledgeable about waxing. I am so happy I found her. Booking is easy and she is always on time. She is my new go-to person! I love how she always has a positive attitude and loves to chat. She is always greets me with kindness and enthusiasm- which is why I think her customers love her so much. Her customer service is on point and she does an amazing job! Every time I let someone touch my eyebrows, I always end up going back to her and saying 'I don't know why I allowed this to happen!' From now on, I decided I'm going to stick with her because I have never had a bad experience. She is busy and booked often so you need to book through her website and plan ahead a bit but it's so worth it. Booking with her can be done online and it's easy to set up appointments and cancel them if necessary to reschedule. As long as I'm in the Bay Area, she has a customer! read more

Melissa is an amazing friend as well an incredible esthetician. She really knows how to bring out a personal natural features and the environment she has is very soothing and relaxing. I would highly recommend it. read more

I don't know why I haven't left a review yet, but Melissa is AMAZING! I've been going to her since I was 18 and now I'm 21 with my first baby! I honestly feel like I'm going to go see my girlfriend whenever I make an appointment with her. She makes you feel extremely comfortable and makes great conversation to get your mind off the waxing part, which honestly BARELY hurts with her breathing method. Love love love going to her for all my waxing needs! read more

Melissa is AMAZING! She is so personable and easy to talk to, and is by far the best esthetician I have ever met!! She always does an impeccable job, very thorough, and worth her weight in gold! I had my first wax with her 3 years ago, and she made the otherwise awkward experience of laying on a table with your lady bits exposed, as comfortable as chatting with an old friend. She always does such a good job, and after seeing her for the first time in quite a while, and she was just as awesome as ever! I can't say anything that hasn't already been said by other reviewers, but really if you are looking for a great waxing experience, Mac's Strips is the place to go!!! read more

Melissa is THE BEST! Had my first Brazilian with her 2 years ago. She is super friendly and will make you feel comfortable throughout the whole process. Melissa is very thorough and knows what she is doing. See her! You won't regret it! read more

Melissa is amazing! I have been to high-end salons in SF, and have also gone to the European Wax Center, but no one does a better, more painless wax job than Melissa. Her technique is better than anyone else I've ever seen. So I would keep going to her just because of that -- but she's also genuinely friendly, keeps the talk flowing, and she knows her stuff. Her location is modest, but clean and cute. The waiting area in Jenny's Salon has plenty of comfortable chairs, and magazines (in both English and other languages) to peruse while you wait. The salon is convenient to both Fremont and San Jose, just off of 880. Give Melissa a try, and you'll see why people recommend her so highly! read more

The reviews don't lie. I found this place on Yelp and saw that it only had 5 star reviews. I was definitely a bit skeptical but it also piqued my curiosity and I was looking for a new place to get waxed in the San Jose area. You can book your appointments online, although she is usually booked weeks in advance. I got lucky and found an opening the very next day due to a cancellation and secured my spot. Melissa is the sweetest person ever. Mac's Strips is located in the back of Jenny's Salon, where I've gone multiple times to get my hair cut. She has her own room in the back that's cozy and comfortable. When you go the first time, she'll explain the process of waxing, what to avoid after you get waxed and basically go over anything and everything that you might need to know. Melissa uses hard wax which is way better for the skin. She's also incredibly patient and open to any questions and concerns. This was only my second time getting waxed but Melissa made the experience actually quite enjoyable. She talks a lot and it definitely helps you calm any nerves or awkward/shy feelings you might have. She also has a breathing technique that she uses that helps soothe the pain. Melissa is efficient and thorough. She doesn't rush you and takes her time, working at a pace that you feel comfortable with. I'm pretty prone to ingrown hairs and she explained some after-care techniques that help reduce ingrown hairs. If it's your first time, she provides a care package with a scrubbing loofah sponge, acne body wash and some wipes. She's incredibly understanding, willing to listen and provide her professional advice. We also had a great time talking about our lives and careers. She's so personable and it made the entire experience so much more enjoyable. She also doesn't let you tip on the first time, which shows that she really appreciates her customers and wants them to have the best experience. This is definitely why she has so many repeat customers, good reviews and is always booked for weeks out! These reviews are not a joke. Melissa is the real deal!! read more

My wife and I came in for a couples Brazilian. We were both incredibly nervous going in but Melissa definitely took care of us. She's very vocal and walked us through the process and what to expect as far as the waxing treatment and the after care before and after our session. The waxing itself was definitely bearable and Melissa took great care of us to make sure we were comfortable. Our experience was so incredible and we plan and making trips here a regular thing. read more

Melissa is great! I totally recommend her! My first time ever getting a Brazilian & she made the whole experience feel completely comfortable for me. She even gave me an after care kit. +++ read more

This place is excellent! Melissa is definitely professional! She explained each step and the products that she used. It did not hurt at all! I had my full face done because I was growing some serious 'stache and I inherited my dad's brows. She made recommendations on skin maintenance too! I will definitely come back to Mac's Strips! My friend recommended threading and I was doing a comparison between threading and waxing and found that waxing was more for me because I can't keep still and I can't relax my face. Even with waxing, I am always tense so I have difficulty relaxing my face. Melissa asked me to do some breathing exercises to lessen the pain of the wax but like I said, it did not hurt at all! read more

I found Melissa on yelp and choose her because of her reviews- and she TOTALLY earns her 5 stars. So, I went for my first Brazilian and I was terrified. Terrified. When I met her, I was immediately put at ease. She's a sweetheart and incredibly professional. Her voice is soothing and she knows exactly what to say to make sure you don't run away screaming. During the procedure, she calmly told me what she would be doing so I wouldn't be surprised. I felt incredibly comfortable (and that's saying something since my goods were on display) and am definitely planning to go back. Side Note: I worked myself up into a pretty good tizzy it didn't hurt as much as I thought it would. read more

I've been seeing Melissa exclusively for my hair eradication needs for 2 years, almost 3. She's still as fantastic as she was in the beginning and is always providing me with tips & tricks on how to best care and prepare for my waxing visits. She does get busy and books up quickly, but she's always willing to adjust her schedule and make accommodations whenever I've reached out and expressed a need. read more

Melissa is awesome...wouldn't go anywhere else. Her place is super clean, stays on-time, and she makes the process as relaxing as it can be ... considering! LOL She gives suggestions for care after your wax including offer basic products. I live in Fremont but the travel to Milpitas is worth it. read more

First let me just say Melissa is amazing! I have been wanting to get a brazillian wax for some time now and I've been trying to get an appointment but weekends are always booked. So finally I get an appointment. I only heard good things about Mac's strip and I wanted my first time to be here. I didn't know what to expect. It was my first time. Melissa made me feel so comfortable! Before she started she explained everything that I need to know about aftercare. She also told me what to expect when she starts and when she's done. To be honest I didn't even feel any pain. It was so quick and easy. I will definitely keep going back! read more