Gabe is amazing!!! He gave me a microdermabrasion facial and I went from zero to hero. I was so dull and congested and feel like a new person!! read more

Gabriel is amazing and very professional. Today was my first time waxing with him and he did an amazing job. His studio is very nice and clean. I also liked the fact that he gave me some good recommendations to take care of my sensitive skin. Gabriel made me feel so comfortable and welcome all the time. I think I have found my wax place and I can't wait to go back to get smooth again. read more

Prompt and professional. Relaxing and comfy environment. He has great hands - no discomfort. Would highly recommend for waxing. Can't wait to try his other skin services read more

I have been going to Smooth Cheeks since its inception. As I've stated before, I trust my eyebrows to nobody but Gabriel. As a guy, it is very hard to find someone who can make them look natural and Gabe is genius with this. I also get my nose hairs, my ear lobes and every now & then my back done. Gabe is affordable, the atmosphere is always pleasant, and his work is of a true artist. Highly recommend. read more

Amazing quality of work and very professional! Always so welcoming and extremely hospitable read more

Wen to smooth cheeks for the first time last week. Gabriel is wonderful. I was happy w/ the work done. NIce cozy place too right in the heart of west hollywood. I'm recommending to all my friends. Love it! read more

Terrible customer service. Keeps on trying to make me come early 30 mins before appointment starts even though I live 1 hour away or cancelling my appointment at the last minute. Today I asked if I can come in the morning instead and he said no and "gave away" my afternoon appointment even though he never asked me if I wanted to cancel. He then said I had a bad "attitude" and tried to blame me for his scheduling mess. This guy is extremely unprofessional and has a personality disorder of gaslighting his customers. Stay away! read more

Had a great experience, they are very professional and know what they are doing. You really can just relax and let them go to work on you. I was a little nervous at first, but after a few minutes I was smiling and very happy I came! read more

Don't be an idiot. It's not enough to be vaxxed, GET WAXED! Summer is here! Are you a "straight" guy? So is half his clientele. Do you want a damp squirrel living in your a**? NO, and neither does your girl. Man up. And actually it doesn't even hurt. I've peeled off band-aids that "hurt" more than this. Also, save yourself the awkward angles and cleanup of tidying up down there (front OR back). Gabriel is a professional and keep the conversation going so it's not awkward. read more

Needed a quick haircut and contacted them last minute. communication was quick and simple via text. when I got there the team was warm and welcoming which I appreciate in a service. Haircut technique was great, the service was thorough and engaging. Felt like a new man when he was finished. I recommend and look forward to my next appointment. They offer many services that I plan to try. thanks guys! read more

Gabriel is super nice and has his way to make you feel comfortable. His studio is super clean and he does his work very gently and carefully. Definitely would come back again! read more

This is my second time visiting Gabriel at Smooth Cheeks to receive the works male waxing from the back to behind, in between and having it trimmed down there. Gabriel is patient does the job with perfection and ensures the results are spot on. Leaves everything nice and smooth. . Front below is nice and trimmed. He is very friendly and engages in a good conversation. I highly recommend all men to go visit Gabriel's place if you are looking for a good wax treatment. The cost and results are worth it. read more

What can be better than smooth cheeks? Nice to caress and nice to look at! At Smooth Cheeks you can get the ones on your face and the ones down under completely SMOOTH! I found out about Smooth Cheeks in an LGBT magazine. Then I looked at their great reviews on Yelp and I was sold! The name caught my attention to be sure! The first time I came in was for something simple - hair removal from my lower back area. I decided to get it waxed off. The whole experience was quick and PAINLESS! I kid you not! I was scared that the waxing would hurt a little but Gabriel's hands worked the wax off like magic! All in all it was a very comfortable experience thanks to Gabriel's great attitude towards his job and his professionalism. He is so personable and keeps good conversation while he does his wonders! He makes you feel right at home and that is so hard to come by at so many businesses where they rush you in and out and just give you the bare minimum of customer service. The wax that Gabriel uses is a lavender cream wax for sensitive skin. I like that he uses such a wax even for normal skin like mine because it shows that he wants to take no chances with any kind of side effects. You can tell he uses high end product because when he was done there was no waxy residue and no discomfort. Best of all, afterwards I had no rash at all. I have been to places where all of those things occurred and I'm so glad that experience was not only not repeated - it was surpassed! Gabriel offers private personal care unlike at some other places where you do not have your own space. He specializes in male waxing but also works with females. On my second visit I came in for the $95 facial which is about an hour long. Throughout the process he took the time to explain what he was doing and why it helps your skin. You lie back on a very comfortable table complete with padding and Gabriel makes sure you are comfortable by adjusting the head rest towels. Then he prepares your skin for the extraction of impurities and finally takes them out in a relatively painless process. The product he uses feels so refreshing on your face and he massages it into your skin so nicely that you feel the utmost relaxation! You even get a mini massage with the package. What can be better than that! Well maybe the fact that he plays relaxing music and lights candles to create a nice mood! Wow, what a facial! I'm definitely coming back! I chose two add-ons. I had my nose waxed and also had him apply the decadent collagen mask! The nose waxing removes nose hairs and is completely painless. The collagen mask feels so good and you just feel it nourishing your skin all the while. Smooth Cheeks is a cute little space. He has stylish Barcelona chairs and great art up on the walls. He also has high end skin care product on display. The place is always immaculately clean and that caused a good impression on me since it shows Gabriel's meticulous attention to detail. Smooth Cheeks is conveniently located in a building which is adjacent to a parking lot. Parking is FREE! Can you believe that? Free parking in WeHo? Unheard of! The lot is shared with Collar and Leash so make sure you do not park in their spots. read more

Gabriel does not have the best business model. It's a bit too casual for me given the extremely high prices. Further, Gabriel's bedside manner is very strong, overbearing, and can be intimidating. Lastly, he will try and give you a lower price the first time to lure you in and then give you higher prices subsequent time saying "oh you're shoulders took a little more time" or "I had to blend it with the trimmer" etc. Point being, there is no professionalism here. It's like going to your friends studio to wax, which at first I appreciated and then realized was not the best thing for me given that there is no standard of professionalism to hold either myself as a customer or himself as the esthetician accountable. His medical release form is a generic one from Google and does not apply to his services at all. Lastly if you have sensitive skin, beware! Gabriel uses harsher waxes and a lot more force. I broke out really badly after and went to a dermatologist who notified me that the wax that was used is too harsh for my skin (or it could be lack of care from the esthetician but I'm giving Gabriel the benefit of the doubt here). If you fall into this boat, try Brazilian honey waxing. It's amazing, cheaper (if not comparable), and an actual business model that has a receptionist and real medical forms that explain to you everything upfront. Just seems like a safer bet to me if someone is pulling hair off my body. But it's all preference. read more

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If you're going to rank spa services, you have to rank them on five criteria: Convenience, location, ambiance, price and personality. Really, that captures the whole thing. So, point-by-point, here was my first experience with Smooth Cheeks. 1. Convenience: I was able to get a same-day appointment, parked in a large parking lot adjacent to the building, walked in and was getting prepped thirty seconds later. I arrived at 3:30pm and was on the table at 3:32pm. 2. Location: The heart of West Hollywood. It's way cooler than where you live. Particularly if you're me. 3. Ambiance: Small, clean, somehow European. Barcelona chairs that I've wanted for my apartment for years. Cute, cozy, modern, and stylish. 4. Price: Comparable to the less-expensive options in other neighborhoods in Los Angeles, where you park on the street and hope your wheels aren't in a different zip code when you're done. 5. Personality: Have you met Gabriel? He's a sweetheart. Such a combination of handsome and genuinely nice contraindicates everything everyone says about LA. In summary? I don't hand out five-star reviews casually. This place just nailed it. I had a top-notch facial and a pain-minimizing waxing experience; as good as it gets. read more

Gabriel is an expert in skin care. The studio is really clean, professional. Will be going back again.

If it's your first time getting waxed I highly recommend getting it done by Gabriel. He is extremely gentle and knows what he is doing. My first time was today and I am extremely happy with the results. I will be coming back for sure. Affordable pricing and easy location to access. Thanks for the wax today Gabriel! read more

Gabriel was AWESOME! I've gotten my arse waxed before, but Gabriel was the most gentle (As can be considering). His saloon was clean and the whole waxing took 10 minutes. I highly recommend him. read more

Can I give zero stars? I was confused with the name- thought cheeks meant skin. Even though he is not qualified to do skin (sure maybe he has a 20 yr old certificate somewhere) he stepped outside his comfort zone and did a facial. Popped all of my cystic acne. I came out face bleeding everywhere. I have doesn't 8k trying to remove the scars left behind him popping all my cysts haphazardly. This man does not care about people's well-being. Sickening read more

Smooth Cheeks gets 5 stars. Gabriel is so professional , so courteous and is a true professional at his craft. Having your private parts waxed can be nerve wracking and even a little uncomfortable , but he is so calm and so good , that you don't even notice that he's just removed all your pubic hair w hot wax. I would not trust ANYONE else to do what he does. ANYONE. read more

For my first ever facial, I chose Smooth Cheeks. The Yelp reviews were the deciding factor. I'm glad I chose this place. Gabriel is such an amiable business owner. He made me feel very comfortable. And his business is clean and calming, even though it's located right on busy SM Blvd. I received the signature 55-minute facial with the collagen mask. My face has never felt or looked so clean. I also purchased some Dermalogica products for everyday use. Gabriel threw in some extra free samples for me to try out. I look forward to returning! read more

Had such a great experience with Gabriel. Amazing results and professional service from him. Will def go back

I was a little nervous/shy coming and getting a trim, but Gabriel, immediately made me feel comfortable and at ease. Very nice guy, beautiful place, easy parking, great results...I'll definitely be back! read more

This place is absolutely wonderful. This was the very first time that I've gotten a facial and i'm so glad that this was the place I went to. I got a raving review about it from a friend and these amazing 5 star Yelp! reviews backed it up. Gabriel was a total pro. He made me feel very comfortable and he taught me a lot about the process and he just seemed really knowledgeable. You can't really beat the location. His shop was really nice and considering it's on a major street, you can't hear the traffic at all. It was all very calming. I left there feeling like a new man. I got compliments on my face the few days after I left there (Which never happens) My girlfriend kept complimenting me on how much I was glowing. I would definitely go there again and be referring peeps. Good sh/t, Gabriel! read more

I called this morning asking about waxing and trimming services. Gabriel was very helpful and happy to discuss services that I had not tried previously. He made me feel very comfortable and I made an appointment for the same day. When I arrived, I found the studio very comfortable as well as Gabriel being welcoming and taking time to answer any additional questions that I might have. I had a very good experience with nose and booty wax as well as some clean up trimming. Gabriel was very professional as well as personable. I've already made my maintenance appointment. read more

I visited Smooth Cheeks for the first time this week. The store is located in a pleasant area in West Hollywood close to La Cienega. The store is upstairs in a courtyard area surrounded by trees giving it a sanctuary vibe. My first impression when I walked in was that it was fresh, clean and breezy. Gabriel himself was a sweetheart. He was very welcoming and professional. I felt immediately at ease, which was nice since I was getting my bottom waxed for the first time! I wasn't sure what to expect, but there was soothing music playing and his set up was pristine and proper. We talked throughout the whole waxing experience and before I knew it he was done. He was efficient, thorough and as gentle as one could be. Furthermore, I was very pleased to discover I had no irritation to the process or his technique later that day or the days following! Miracle! The process was quick and, in my opinion, painless--though with any waxing, there will be discomfort, or a bit of shock. I will be returning for waxing and will definitely love to try his other services. read more

Who wants to admit publicly that they got their back waxed? Probably no one. But since I did, and I look and feel better because of it, so be it. I got my back waxed (not my butt) at Smooth Cheeks and followed up with a facial. I wanted to write up Gabriel and his business because he really does deserve a great Yelp. Gabriel's energy is smooth, calm, genuine, and professional. His work environment is relaxing, tasteful, and very clean. His work ethic and professionalism is certainly deserving of five stars. The waxing hurt a bit - as to be expected. But the results were well worth the rip. The facial was relaxing and he really concentrated on what my skin's needs were. I highly recommend giving Smooth Cheeks a try. read more

Absolutely amazing experience. I look and feel better because of the experience with Gabriel. He deserves the best review I can possibly give. In a few short words, his place was convenient, clean, and the visit was more of an experience than just a waxing. I kid you not-the process was practically painless. From a "one to a ten" the pain was a two at the most. I had laser hair removal at another spa previously which was horrible. The experience at Smooth Cheeks was a walk in the park. Much more comfortable, but there always are some sensitive spots. Gabriel makes it very easy to endure with his quiet confidence. If you are seeking a place for esthetician work or waxing, try this place first. The prices were on the low end of spas and the service was top notch! The space is well laid-out, organized, comfortable and quiet. Gabriel himself is soothing and very professional-his great conversation made the appointment fly by. And afterwards, no rash, no itching, no burning, just smooth clean skin. If you are visiting or live in the area, Gabriel should not be missed. Try all of his services from SKINCARE to HAIR REMOVAL; he does it all! read more

Best facial I've ever, and I can't wait to try my new products! This was my first time waxing too and I'll definitely be back. Thanks Gaberal read more

Exceptional service. This owner is completely progression and easy on the eyes. So helpful and professional. I got my ass waxed and it was simply the most painless thing. I really appreciated being seen at the very last minute and it was just an overall great experience I definitely recommend this location. In case you can't find the place it's unit number 14 read more

I have been seeing Gabe at Smooth Cheeks for over three years. Gabe is always able to accommodate my awful schedule and greets me at the door with a warm smile. I usually do a wax and facial. I have been other places, but would usually break out during a Waxing treatment, but Gabe is the opposite!! It's always smooth and perfect. I do a facial every month and have done the Microdermabrasion, peels and different masks. All are great... but Gabe excels at his bedside manner and always making me feel comfortable and I walk out of Smooth a Cheeks GLOWING!!! read more

Gabriel is awesome. He is professional and puts customers at ease. Gabriel customizes each service to individual needs. He is accommodating, flexible and has great recommendations. For anyone considering skin treatments, Gabriel is definitely worth a visit read more

Went here to get my face refreshed after being out in the sun and heat. Gabriel is an awesome and friendly guy who will put you at ease. I enjoyed his expertise and he definitely knows what he's doing. read more

Gabriel was so helpful! I could tell he knew what he was doing and really gave my skin the good cleaning it needed! I'll definitely be returning! He knew I had an emergency and worked his schedule to fit me in, I mean, how freakin' nice. I'm picky and he has my approval, no doubt. read more

Gabriel was AMAZING and this was a incredible experience. He's very friendly without overdoing it and very fast without rushing it which are the 2 things I was looking for. Great parking and didn't experience 1 second of discomfort so go see this man!! Earl read more

Gabriel is very caring, easy to talk to and most of all professional beyond belief. His services include facials, waxing (of many body parts!) and more. He always has great Dermalogica products available for purchase and also uses Dermalogica when he works on you which is phenomenal! Great job Gabriel! read more

I am not someone who usually takes time out my busy schedule to pamper myself, and to be frank, I'm a little squeamish when it comes to letting strangers all over me. But I've been wanting to try some things out of my comfort zone and heard great things about Gabriel and his salon in West Hollywood so I decided to give him a shot. What a great experience! Gabriel was easy going, soft spoken and put me right at ease. I decided on a mini facial for my first time and couldn't have been more happy with the experience. I left feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and I could see and feel a noticeable difference in my skin. I will definitely be back again! read more

Just received my first facial with Gabriel. He was very professional, has great technique and the spa atmosphere is sweet. I've had facials before and this was on a par with the best. I'll definitely return. read more

My first time going to Gabriel and Smooth Cheeks. A+++!! Not only is he adorable and nice to look at, but he is super nice and very professional. He knows what he's doing and has ways of making it pretty much painless. The environment of his store is cozy and well done and is perfect for what he does. I got the backside wax and was a little nervous as I had never done that, but he made it very easy and I love the results. The cost was reasonable and the personal touches and attention to detail he gives makes it worth it. I will be back and I highly recommend Smooth Cheeks! read more

I found this place on Yelp while visiting for work. Gabriel called me back right away and was able to see me immediately. The studio was very nice and clean and Gabriel is such a sweetheart. He is very meticulous about is work and was fun to get to know. Will come back if I'm in the area again. read more