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    Sanctuary Wax Studio

    5.0 (26 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Amazing service! Lovely environment and the most painless wax I have ever had! Highly recommend.

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    I've been seeing Katie for Brazilians for the last couple years and I wouldn't think of going to anyone else.

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    Annahita Waxing & Facials

    4.1
    (182 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    I went here to have my face waxed - did my brows - chin - neck and upper lip and Mina was amazing…read more She had a good firm touch and was quick about it. Nice and fast and firm. She uses excellent quality wax (I can tell as my skin had no reaction to it) and she is extremely nice and kind. I really enjoyed my time with her. I will be trying her facial services as well.

    I have never experienced something this unprofessional during a service, especially one as intimate…read moreas a Brazilian wax. This was my first Brazilian, and instead of creating a calm, supportive environment, Meena became visibly agitated and began loudly ranting about political issues related to her home country, then she began yelling. Her tone escalated to the point where it felt aggressive. I was lying exposed on the table during this. I expressed that I was uncomfortable, and I had to be the one to regulate her emotions, while she stopped speaking so loudly and intensely, the energy in the room shifted in a way that felt tense and hostile for the remainder of the appointment. A Brazilian wax requires a high level of trust. Clients are physically vulnerable and often anxious, especially the first time. Emotional regulation and professionalism are not optional in that setting. At the end of the service, while I was still in a vulnerable state, she took out her phone and began showing me graphic videos, including footage of people being killed. Being shown violent content during a waxing appointment is completely inappropriate and deeply distressing. I did not consent to being exposed to graphic material, and it was extremely uncomfortable. I was also given zero aftercare instructions despite clearly stating this was my first Brazilian. No guidance about heat exposure, friction, exfoliation timing, or what to expect post-wax. Within 24 hours, I developed significant redness across the area. Without aftercare direction, I was left anxious about whether this reaction was normal. This experience felt emotionally unsafe and lacked basic professional boundaries. A service that intimate should feel calm, respectful, and supportive -- not tense, aggressive, and unpredictable. I hope this feedback is taken seriously, because clients deserve safety and professionalism in spaces like this

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    Private and comfortable waxing room with natural light.
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    The Yoni Temple

    The Yoni Temple

    5.0
    (189 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Couldn't have been more pleased with my experience here. The staff were wonderful, the environment…read morewas inviting and the service was excellent. I needed a wax for an upcoming trip and refused to go back to the "chain" wax establishment. On a whim I booked the service here as I LOVED the name and the price point! Best decision. The wax was explained to me, the technique was as painless as a wax can be and I felt extremely comfortable with the esthetician. Oh and the ceiling art while getting my service was lovely!

    I absolutely adore the Yoni Temple! I've been coming here for a little over a year now and I can…read morehonestly say that this has been the best waxing salon that I've ever been to. The salon is bright and inviting and the staff is incredible. I'm always greeted by Elliott's big smile and super charm. She is always so sweet and I love chatting with her in the waiting room. Shymell is an absolute doll and one hell of a waxer! I've been seeing Shymell since last October and every experience has been wonderful. Of course this isn't a painless experience, but Shymell makes the environment really comfortable and quick. Shymell is so fun and easy to talk to. It really feels like I'm chatting with an old friend during our sessions. She is clean, thorough and articulate. In the past, I've found that previous waxers have left quite a bit of hair from time to time. Nothing will ever be perfect and there will always been fine hairs left behind, but Shymell makes sure that there is virtually no hair left. I love that the salon carries many of the products that are used as well as other trinkets like greeting cards. You might be able to find cheaper prices elsewhere for the same services, but you won't find this kind of high quality service and care anywhere else. Ashley and her team have done a swell job with this waxing studio. I'm so grateful to have them around. Thank you for all that you do!

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    Cocoon Day Spa Oakland - Rockridge

    Cocoon Day Spa Oakland - Rockridge

    4.5
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    Back in the day, this was my go to spot for waxes. I went consistently enough that the place that I…read morewould get regularly waxed at, stopped growing hair. That was probably one of the best things about this place besides, they're overall ambience and calm environment. It is also very clean here. I've been to a couple of other places, but this is my regular spot. If for any other reason, I just wanna get like a touchup I would definitely come here and pay the higher price point and get professional service here instead of going somewhere else and paying less but getting subpar service. They also give you numbing spray which is super helpful and other great tips to minimize hair grow growth. Totally worth it and highly recommended!

    I visited Cocoon Day Spa in Rockridge for a model lash lift service and it was a great experience…read more I believe the aesthetician was Susannah and she was training someone new (although I forgot their name unfortunately). The service was thorough and I thought they took their time to make sure my lashes looked nice. I will say I did expect a little more information on the different steps during the service or some aftercare instructions. Regardless, I was happy with my lash lift and the results were better than expected. While I have visited this spa for occasional massages and facials in the past, I'd consider returning for lash services in the future. Customer service was friendly and attentive and the spa is cozy and modern. The check in and check out process was easy and efficient. The location is convenient and easy to find. There is street parking available but this can vary depending on when you go. Alternatively, you can also park on a nearby street and walk over. Overall, a solid spa with plenty of services and spa treatments. Worth visiting if you're nearby.

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