Around 2-3 times per year, I visit KUR Skin Lab for a hydra-facial when my skin is in need of a…read moredeep clean and refresh. I have always appreciated the professionalism and cleanliness of KUR. Since it is a medical spa and they use high-end skincare products, I trust that the facials will leave my skin clean, soft and less inflamed, as opposed to other spas in NYC that can cause breakouts afterwards. Kristen preformed my recent hydra-facial, she was very communicative and understanding of my skin concerns. She tested my skin and really evaluated it with open transparency and kindness. The prices are pretty high, but knowing that the service quality and experience is consistent every time I go, I would suggest 2-3 times a year is well-justified.

I absolutely love this place. I've gone once a year for the past 4 years. I booked my first…read moreappointment when I started experiencing skin issues on my face. I had always had great skin, but Kur Skin Lab restored its beauty and I'm so grateful. I started with the Chemical peel for the first two years, and these past couple years have been getting the Enhanced Microneedling. A week of downtime was required for this, but it was well worth it. The results are fantastic - it truly gives me glowing, youthful skin at almost 44. Thank you Kur for the welcoming and calming atmosphere you create!

I went there as google search for massage and saw the great reviews last week. I got a swedish…read moremassage for 90 minutes. Yes, as other reviews stated that this place is serene and minimalistic on fancy spa. You enter in quiet place from the busy Manhattan noise. Everyone is courteous from the moment of entry. This is definitely a great hidden spot among the high end stores and tourist attractions. My massage therapist asked the type of firmness and areas of focus. My muscles felt relieved. They have one bathroom for female locker room which is small so I can imagine the wait if there was more than two people waiting to be changed and go the bathroom. I went mid afternoon on Friday and it was fine. I will have to see how it is after 5PM on weekdays. I will be coming again as it was a great massage for the price I paid.

Hands down the best massage I've ever had. "Why?" you ask…read more Buckle up. I ran in FLUSTERED. I was running late from work. Lukkana greeted me and told me to catch my breath. She set me up with some calming tea and brought me to a private changing area with a locker for my belongings. Everyone in the vicinity checked in to make sure I was doing ok. I was worried that because I had arrived late, I would eat up some of my massage time. No siree! They moved my massage to start when I was ready to begin. I booked the 90 minute Nuansa classic massage. You know how some places start the clock before you've sat down and finish the massage early (aka you pay for an hour and it's only about 45 minutes)? Well! That's not the case here! I got all 90 minutes of my massage. The massage itself: not to be believed. Lukkana started by saying "time to relax". And boy did I. Let me tell you one thing about me - I have the most ticklish legs of anyone I've ever met. Usually, when I have my legs massaged, I kick a hole in the wall and the masseuse files for a lawsuit (this is an exaggeration). Well! Somehow, Lukkana was able to work the muscles in my leg without triggering my dainty ticklish reflexes. I was astonished! Then, you know how sometimes you ask for a firm touch and you get jelly hands? Or the other way around and you're walking out with bruises? WELL - Lukkana made me feel immensely relaxed WHILE ALSO really working the tissue. What a novelty. She finished up with a scalp massage, which is truly the way to my heart. 11 out of 10. Would recommend. Thank you so much for making my day.

Yihan is such a cute little spa. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. The little…read morewaiting room where you fill out the waivers/forms is cute and relaxing, and they offer cucumber water (or some variation). The best feature, in my opinion, is the fire cupping. There aren't many spas in the city that offer fire cupping, and I find that it works better than the air cupping. I absolutely recommend this place. 10/10! I've only had a massage/fire cupping, but I've had friends who swear by the reflexology and other services provided. I'm always so grateful for her for recommending this place to me.

I've been to their other location on UES before and previously had a VIP package…read more After doing a few $55 for 60min massages elsewhere I decided to splurge for a better quality massage. I did a 60min deep tissue massage with Melody with an essential oil add on (not necessary), it was great and she was awesome. I think you can definitely do a regular Swedish and ask for hard pressure instead of paying extra for deep tissue. I recommend bringing cash to tip, so you're tipping for just the service vs tipping on top of the add-ons and on tax. With tip my service came out to $198, you can do cheaper massages elsewhere but you get what you pay for.

I've been coming here for facials the last couple of years and I love it. It's affordable and every…read moreesthetician I've had was good. I don't say the aforementioned lightly since I used to manage a spa. What to know: the facial is very basic but thorough. You won't find any special facial treatments here beyond a mask upgrade. If you need more maintenance, this isn't the place for you. The space is dated but very clean. Think of it as more of a skin clinic than a spa and you'll be fine. I brought a friend here recently and she loved it as well. We are already planning our next one.

I walked in at 5:05p for the last slot of the day and they accepted! This was my first facial ever…read moreand I felt comfortable and informed throughout the whole process. I did the $65 European facial which included some cleansing/face massage, 10 min steaming, quick extraction, two 10-min face masks, and then cleanup. You are left alone for the steaming and face masks. In between, there was lotion applied to my arms and a little of the upper back. Overall, felt like it was a relaxing experience in a very clean and professional environment. Most of the experience was having lotion applied or waiting for the mask to set - total work time on my face was 10 min. Is that supposed to be what happens during facials?? Elaine was my esthetician and was very courteous and communicated each step of what she was doing to keep me informed! At the end of the process, I was given a load of free samples!! Whoa!

The staff and office was very professional. They took me right on time and the results were well…read moreworth it.

I live the nurses and staff here. I have severe cystic acne and the alternating treatments for…read morelaser and microneedling have been helping immensely! highly recommend if you're struggling with acne and dark spots! also I'm a black woman and they're accommodating for all skin colors!

I try to get a facial every few months and I've tried a ton of places around the city -- Pretty…read morePlease is one I'll be adding to my rotation and one I'll definitely recommend to friends. The space has a beautiful scent that puts you at ease as soon as you walk-in. I had a signature facial and it really set a new standard for a facial for me. The facial and upper body massage relaxes you, I can't imagine not having a facial with such a nice neck/shoulder/arm massage again. The products they use don't have a strong fragrance -- every detail was perfect. They do give product recommendations after the service but there's no pressure and it doesn't feel sales-y or uncomfortable the way it can at other salons. Highly recommend my facialist Amy!

I had my first facial with Anne today. Upon arrival, a pleasant smell hit me. Anne was very kind,…read moreasked me how my day was and offered me water. She went over some of my skin care history and current routine with me. The calming facial I received was refreshing. I felt cold things, hot things, a zappy thing, pinching thing, steam, and more. She also massaged my neck and hands. She gave me some great recommendations and I got a little eye treatment complimentary. I also appreciated that she wasn't pushy with the products and said I will email you what I recommend. My skin looks bright and clean. I also got some chocolate to take with me which was a nice touch. I will be back. Worth every penny.

Best fren This was…read moremy GO TO facial care spot once upon a time when I was in my early twenties and this year I turn 40 so I would say I love that this place has had longevity. The trained the staff well but it's usually younger females who seem to have zero interest in anything other than making daily sales. I usually don't interact but today I did. And the first thing I was shown when asking about something for dry skin was $140. I was like ummm yeah thanks. I did not come for that. I did leave with 2 face masks and a new facial starter kit and spent a whopping $24. One of the masks was an overnight Korean glass skin jawn. There is no parking but I would still return

Absolutely adore this store! It's definitely on the smaller side but the staff was so helpful in…read morefinding what I was looking for. They explained how to use some of the products that I was new to, and gave a bunch of free samples at checkout for kombucha packets (so good I had to buy a box later on!). I've been in here a few times and I always have a great experience. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a good K Beauty shop in the area.

I walked in to have my eyebrows threaded. She did a great job. It somehow hurt less than other…read moreplaces (even though it had been a while) and I am really happy with how they came out. Cleaned up and natural, nothing too dramatic

Ring the doorbell outside to be let in and go up the stairs. Very clean and well lit space for eye…read morebrow waxing and other services. I was able to walk in without an appointment and was serviced pretty quickly, however ample space and chairs for waiting. The threader did an amazing job with great attention to detail. Prices are very reasonable. I will return and would recommend.

Sad how this place has gone down hill…read more The last few times I went I noticed they were trying to phase out the front desk: it keeps getting smaller, now regulated to a corner. Like walmarts and k-marts, they want customers to do the work checking themselves, probably so they can save costs while squeezing more and more out of customers. What I find strange is why they still charge spa-like prices when you're not getting a spa-like feel anymore. Anyway, the customer service has gotten terrible so after 5 years of coming here I will never be returning. I never saw long-term results, but had enjoyed pretending!

Don't sign up for their monthly membership. Your credits don't roll over if you are unable to make…read moreit in a billing month so you just lose $108. They're also not accommodating because their "Membership system is fully automated so we are unable to make any exceptions. This policy is outlined in our Membership Terms and Conditions, which ensures that all members are treated fairly and consistently." Spend that extra money elsewhere on something more effective. UPDATE: Use this link to cancel your membership since they make it incredibly difficult to cancel: https://contact.gorgias.help/forms/6016qjxg Also, after you request to cancel, they ask you to book another session. Horrible service.

Bared Monkey has literally everything you'd hope for in a laser center but wouldn't dream of…read morefinding in just one place. Such as... * Text communication for appointments (perfect for us busy folks who can't get on the phone!) * State of the art machines (crucial for those of us with darker skin who need to be mindful). * Extremely well organized staff who keep everything humming perfectly, including the punctuality of appts. * Amazing technicians who not only know what they're doing but are kind and thoughtful and who are efficient but never rushed. (A huge shout out to Julia--she is like soothing balm to my soul and I always leave feeling more relaxed than when I came in despite the lasers lol) * And most importantly, IT WORKS. Whatever sessions you sign up for, I guarantee you see the results. * Oh and second most importantly, it is AFFORDABLE. Start with a Groupon and grow to buying packages directly from them with the specials they regularly offer! It's like the pricing of a place that you don't expect to be the spa-like environment that it is! I know I'm just piling on the great reviews here, but quite frankly, they've earned them!

Found out about Bared Monkey Laser via Groupon. They offered great laser removal packages!! The…read morepeople were all very nice and helpful. Definitely glad to have gotten my laser removal done here :)