I had an absolutely amazing experience with Alexis. I hadn't sugared for a couple of months due to…read morea recent move, so it was like starting from scratch and I was dreading the pain. Alexis made the experience as painless as possible. She was also very understanding of my sensitivity and allowed me to take breaks when needed. She even provided me with a stress ball which was a nice touch. She provided me with tips on how to care for myself and make the next session more comfortable. I also went home with the recommended sugar scrub for exfoliation and ingrown hair serum which you can get a sample of in their welcome package! The facilities were super clean and the bed was comfortable. I even scheduled my next appointment before I left so I can make sure I stay consistent. I will definitely be coming back again and again! Thank you!

I had such a great experience with Siren at Sugar Bar! She was extremely thorough, kind, and gentle…read morethroughout the entire process. She made me feel so comfortable and took the time to make sure everything was perfect. I absolutely love my results and would definitely recommend her!

Had a great experience here! I am always scared about finding someone new to do my brows from past…read morebad experiences and bad end results more than once in the past. However, Brows and Bushes did such a good job maintaining my natural shape and width! She even consulted with me about what I was looking for and gave her expert opinion. The room was also nice and clean and parking was easy. I'm super happy with my brows and will be coming back. Just moved from LA so safe to say I think I found my go-to lady.

I have to say that I am extremely picky about my eyebrows and have been seeing the same person for…read more10 years, but I needed a new person closer to my home, and that's how I found Brows and Bushes. The location located upstairs at Nueve Salon and Spa (the door specifically says Brows and Bushes for those going for their first time), I was easily able to walk here after also easily booking using Vagaro, the very user friendly online platform. I came in for an eyebrow wax and told her I was scared to get my brows done and she walked me through her process and what she envisioned for my eyebrows (I had a bad experience at a salon many years ago and have been hesitant to try anyone new since... hence me going to the same person for 10 years prior). Anyway, she was extremely communicative and kind and the experience was easy and comfortable. I left feeling great about my eyebrow shape and felt even better about supporting her business. She is so good at her job, a talented waxer, and a great conversationalist! Looking for a wax? This is the place to go.

I think I just found my favorite aesthetician! I am thrilled to share my experience with the Yelp…read morecommunity, particularly the ladies. I had stumbled onto this place from a groupon offered a couple months ago. The price was right. $27 for a full Brazilian wax. Dirt cheap. But we ladies don't just want affordable. We want a place that's hygienic, friendly, convenient, and pretty. Oh and did I mention as painless as possible?? Well look no further. Lynn is the way to go! Smooth Beauty Studio is located in the Connie Gayle Beauty Centre right on the corner of Beretania and McCully opposite the Shell gas station. Easy to find, lots of parking, and sitting in a convenient part of town. If one judged the interior by the way the outside looked, you'd see women fleeing the scene. The blacked out tint and dated wooden building reminds me of an adult toy store. But once you muster up the courage to walk in, everything changes. The Beauty Centre is bright and clean, buzzing with conversation between the hairstylists and customers. White lights enhance the marble floors. Soft blue tones dance with silver metallics that make the place feel bigger than it really is. As I stopped at the reception desk, Lynn had already pegged me as her next client and we hit it off right then and there! She led me into her studio space that is shared amongst the other aestheticians, all working independently from each other. Lynn was professional and comforting, asking the basic questions like "Have you waxed before?" and "When was your last waxing?" She even mentioned that it was important to keep hydrated the couple days before to help the hair removal process. The wax she used was the most gentle I've ever experienced. Brazilians are painful no matter what, but it makes a HUGE difference when the wax grabs the hair properly and the professional removes it cleanly. She told me to inhale, then ripped at the exhale. What a great tip! Throughout the waxing, she spoke to me about her family of five children who have all grown up, her nice husband Pat, and how she used to run her business from home until it got a bit too busy. I can see why! She's professional, comforting, easy to talk to, and very affordable. Because I was SO impressed with the whole experience, I booked my recheck then and there in 4 weeks. Five stars all the way for Smooth Beauty Studio! THANK YOU LYNN!!!

Lynn is absolutely amazing. She goes above and beyond for her customers making sure they're happy…read more I felt so comfortable with her! She was really informative and super sweet. I won't go to anyone else for a Brazilian wax.

Yesterday was my first time visiting this location. I found them on Instagram and, to be honest, I…read morewas a little hesitant at first. When I arrived, parking was a bit tricky due to limited spaces but that's pretty normal for Hawaii (ha!). Back on track, my waxer was Jazmin, and she is truly an angel sent from heaven. She's so kind, informative, and kept the conversation going the entire time, which I loved because I hate silence. She also gave me so much helpful information about ingrowns, especially since I'm very prone to them. The hydro jelly was my first time trying it, and now it's officially my favorite! Jazmin is honestly the sweetest waxer, and I highly recommend her to everyone. Even if you're just visiting, stop by for a simple glow and book with Jazmin you won't regret it. See you in 4 weeks!

I just moved here and this was the first place I tried. I got a Brazilian wax. I want to say that…read more Jazmin was very nice but I don't think the quality of the wax + her technique was worth anywhere near what I paid. She missed a lot of hair and most of the hair was not removed down to the root. I am about one week out from my appointment and already have visible regrowth which should not be the case at all I'm very unhappy with my results and the amount I paid. Won't be back. She also was pretty annoying about getting me to buy some overpriced oil and exfoliation pads which I declined, and then she was kind of insisting that I book another appointment which I also happily declined. Lol my total was $99 ridiculous. I never make reviews but in this case I wish I would've seen something like this before going in.

Women who wax . I've…read morebeen a regular at this location for years. My favorite things about EWC: - great customer service experiences - the Wax Pass program - their convenient, easy, nation-wide booking and pay system. For a while, I was out on the east coast for work and sought some much needed self care. Luckily, I found an EWC in the area and discovered my wax passes could still be applied at any location! #wonderful . Kalani was the most reliable technician who I booked for ages at Kapiolani, but she's moved on. ): Jasmine is now my go-to person and she's just as nice and efficient. Thank you EWC staff for always taking care of me. cheers (:

I showed up on time for my appointment today, had to change waxers because my wax person was…read morerunning behind and had to take a forced break even though she said she would take me. They got me in over 15 min past my appt time with a different person. Keep in mind there was no call notification whats so ever. When I was taken to the back the bed they wanted me to lay on was dirty with visible dirt and a paper that only covered 2/3 of the bed. As a cosmetologist myself, if something as simple as the being bed is dirty, I would absolutely NOT trust that the wax is clean as well. Since I was getting a Brazilian I do not trust that they are not putting double dipped wax on my kitty, avoid if looking for a place. This coming from someone in the beauty industry and who is aware of the sanitation procedures.

Lillian is amazing!!! I could end my review there but don't worry I'll go more into detail!…read more There's plenty of parking which is a huge plus! And it's located on the second floor and you have to go to an intercom thing to ring the place and they buzz you in. It is very secure... not anyone can roam around the second floor which I appreciate! I had my first appointment with her today and she made me feel so comfortable! I started my appointment a little early because she was ready and it maybe took 20 minutes total! This was my first time getting sugaring done for a Brazilian. I've done the at home wax machine but that takes like 2 hours and is the most painful thing ever since you're basically inflicting pain on yourself. I don't know why I didn't start coming here sooner! She makes you feel very comfortable and kind of talks to you while she's doing it so you almost forget what she's doing! Yes it was painful but she makes the whole experience pleasant! I am so excited that my gf told me about this place and to be honest it was quite a peaceful break from my busy work day!

Came here because I was about to go on a trip and my normal wax lady is out on maternity leave. I…read morehad no idea what "sugaring" was, but after reading her website, I decided to give it a try. Also, she had an available spot open for me the next day of being in contact with her! Lillian is awesome! She explained exactly what the process was and what she was doing while "sugaring" me. She said that all the products are made of natural ingredients and that the process of sugaring was less painful than waxing. Supposedly the hair grows back lighter and eventually with some maintenance, it doesn't grow back at all! Also, the TV is up high so you can take your mind off of the task at hand. She gets down! hahaha It can be a little uncomfortable at first but she's good at what she does and tries to make you feel as comfortable as possible by talking to you the whole time. I'm so used to waxing so this sugaring thing, wasn't bad at all. She's still pulling out the hairs, however, it's less stressful on your skin. Also, it's cheaper than most spa's that do brazlian waxing. Can't wait to go back to see her again. Don't let the location fool you. The inside of her studio is private and smells nice too. I had an exceptional experience with Lillian! Can't wait to get sugared again! haha

The HydraFacial was a superb birthday gift! Thanking my Sweetie for this pampering which was gentle…read moreskin care that felt really good. We arrived before our appointment time and filled out their forms. We each had our own room/skin care specialist. The comfortable spa table is prepped with a little steamer to get your face ready for treatment. The HydraFacial machine was explained to me. She also stated that if the process felt uncomfortable, I could alert her to adjust the pressure. The procedure helped to clean, exfoliate, and remove impurities from my skin. She then applied a serum of antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. The final application was sunscreen. While the untrained eye, probably couldn't SEE a difference after the HydraFacial, I could certainly FEEL the difference. Clean, fresh, and super rejuvenated! As a follow up, I came in for the Scultural Face Lift with Buccal Massage. This included lymphatic drainage (behind your ears) and microcirculation of my shoulders, neck, and jaw area. If you've never had a massage inside your mouth, try it! This helps to relax jaw muscles and many TMJ patients use this. Honey, you are worth it! Whether a special occasion or just because. They have many options in their menu of services. They also sell products to compliment all your skin care needs. God blessed you with the skin you're in, this is a great way to maintain it :)

Unfortunately was persuaded by the amazing reviews, however my experience was far from that. It was…read moremy first facial in a while and I'm still very new to this facial thing and she made me feel very uneasy. The procedure itself was very rough at times, the sensation became unbearable. The results made me wish I hadn't had a facial done at all because I left with skin that felt worse and breakouts on my face I usually do not get.

Excellent all around! Super knowledgeable about skin and how to take care of it. I booked a deep…read morecleanse because I didn't know what I needed and that sounded good but when I got there she assessed my skin and recommended a different treatment. No difference in price and no upselling. Just an honest assessment and pro recommendation. My skin feels awesome. I think I found my new facial place. Also, very cosy and calming environment. I challenge anyone to try not to doze a bit on the table from feeling so relaxed

I have been continuously coming here for facials. Appreciate the attention to care and organic…read moreingredients. I have never had a bad experience and will be returning!!

I tried my first eyelash lift. I have monolids, but after…read morethe lift, I got double eyelids, and my eyes look much bigger. It also cuts down on the time I spend on makeup, and my face looks more defined. This small procedure has a really big effect!

After two and a half years of pandemic and early parenthood, I took some time to make myself…read moreartificially better looking a few weeks back, booking my first appointment with microblading expert Gyoungsil Han since 2019. Gyoungsil works out of a small, functional room inside LEEKAJA Hair Bis, the hair salon in the Madang plaza on Wilshire and Western. I've gone to her (and her old partner Lucy, per my previous review) a few times over the years, in two or three different spots, but she seems to have settled here, or has been here, in any case, since before COVID. It's a good spot, and easy to access for customers. The plaza has plentiful garage parking, and I think it's usually free with validation. The entrance is a little confusing, though. I believe it's on Manhattan, and it might only have signs for H Mart. My eyebrows are naturally thin and light, so without significant help, I kind of might as well not have them. Microblading has been a blessing since I first started getting it done in my twenties, and Gyoungsil is my preferred practitioner. I don't know enough about eyebrows to tell her what to do, but every time, she manages to make my brows look just the way I want. She's also great at making the process comfortable and relatively painless, which is not nothing when you're dealing with topical numbing cream and innumerable cuts from a small knife. I probably wouldn't do this if it were a once-a-month thing--it costs $300 before tip (payable through VenMo) and again, it involves a knife on your face--but microblading makes my eyebrows look good for well over a year (and last time, I didn't even bother with the touch-up a month later). I'm grateful that this service exists, and unless my brows stop being sad and wispy, I will remain a loyal Beautyholic customer.

sandy was absolutely incredible! went in for my first brazilian ever, terrified, and it was an…read moreincredibly comfortable, painless experience. she got the entire thing done in probably less than 15 minutes--she is extremely well qualified. thank you so much!

I've been to Sandy twice so far and will continue to keep seeing her…read more The first time I got my eyebrows tweezed and tinted and the second time I got them waxed. She is amazing at what she does and made my eyebrows look 100x better! She even showed me how to draw them in! She's the best! Her space is very cute and easy to get to with street parking . I definitely recommend seeing her!