Always does a great job with men's eyebrow threading. Kind and efficient service. Highly recommend!read more

Saru is my go-to for eyebrow threading in the east bay for the last 5 years…read more She is always very kind and has never messed up my eyebrow shape.

I started going here in college, and.... 10 years later I'm still going. They have always done a…read moregood job. Simple cleanup and keeping my brows full/even. I think the price is right on point!

I went here for convenience and ignored the bad reviews. The reviews here have gotten progressively…read moreworse...and I can see why. Here are my pros and cons with the eyebrow threading experience: Cons: -uneven eyebrows in the end -requested for an arch and got something boxy/claggy -person will argue that the eyebrows look fine as is -rushed -not gentle when adjusting head and chin -trimmed eyebrow hairs means some eyebrow hairs means some eyebrow hairs get trimmed and others get missed...very splotchy - a day after I small scabs on the skin under my eyebrows from threading Pros: -nearby -not too painful threading experience

I went here after work last week on a whim. I was able to make an appointment quickly online for…read morelater that evening, same day. I even had $5 off since it was my first time there! In fact, this was my first eyebrow threading experience and I was more than pleased. It's located in the first floor of one of the big apartment buildings on San Pablo - it's a small kiosk type shop with a number of other beauty service related operations. Even though it is on SP, parking was really easy to find - I just parked around the corner on a side street less than a block away. Shanti was absolutely amazing! Her vibe is super chill and laid back and she has the precision of a surgeon. I couldn't believe how clean and perfect my brows were when she finished. As a first time threading recipient, I wasn't sure what to expect, but the pain is quite minimal. If you have any experience with tweezing and/or waxing, you'll be just fine. Shanti is really great making you feel comfortable. She holds great conversation and is really friendly. I would go back and make sure that I book with her specifically in the future just to hang with her again while she brings my brows back to life. I get my brows laminated every few months, and I like them to be really precise and combed and gel upwards and bushy. She took every stray hair out, evened them out and trimmed them where needed. All in about 15 minutes! Definitely don't sleep on this cozy little shop and get pampered at a great price with a professional with a ton of experience who makes it look really easy!

I had a fantastic experience at Sovan's Eyebrows Threading! I'm always nervous about someone taking…read moretoo much off, but Shanti was incredibly precise and actually listened to what I wanted. She kept my natural shape but cleaned it up perfectly to frame my face. The process was super quick--less than 15 minutes--and much less painful than other places I've been. We started talking about dogs and how I just put my older guy down, I started to cry and she asked if she could give me a hug, I said of course and that act of kindness made it all better! The studio was clean, professional, and the price was very reasonable for the quality. I'll definitely be coming back!

Amanda was absolutely fantastic! I have never done anything to my eyebrows and felt a little…read morenervous but she immediately put me at ease. She walked me through her process and what she recommended before starting so she could understand what I wanted to achieve.

It's often unclear what will make me feel at home in my body. I was raised and socialized without…read moreanyone showing me how to sculpt and maintain my face in ways I'd like. When I began experimenting with different methods of self care and expression, a close friend who works in the same neighborhood as POE recommended them. When I nervously walked in for my first appointment, I felt immediately welcome. A large visible global inclusive pride flag hangs from the ceiling in the middle of the salon. The staff didn't flinch at my never-plucked brows or my not-yet-perfected skincare routines. They assured me they wouldn't overdo it and make me look like the girls in my high school classes with arches that made them appear perpetually surprised. They wouldn't try to make me look like someone else. They'd just shape my brows to look clean, neat, and compliment my face. Once it was done, I immediately felt better about my appearance. Even before the pinkness wore off on my freshly waxed skin, I was so happy. I immediately set up another appointment. Now I go every 4-6 weeks and get eyelash tinting too. I highly recommend the trio for anyone who wants to feel pretty when they wake up in the morning without having to apply makeup everyday. These little touches really help me love who I see in the mirror.

In my 20s and 30s, Annahita was my expert bikini waxer. Now in my 40s, facials give me the youthful…read moreedge. Thank you for still being here as my local aesthetician in Berkeley all these years, Annahita . She's located now on College Avenue in the bustling Elmwood shopping district, with parking lot in back for easy parking. Super accessible - and easy to book by phone for a quick service, or stay and chatter. You'll see why she has so many loyal clients. It's not just about the services she offers, but the camaraderie and relationships built over time.

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.

Very sweet lady at the counter, at this place threading feels less painful compared to at other…read morenearby shops and downtown spots that I have tried (as someone with low pain tolerance). I paid in cash

I don't usually leave reviews but I've been coming here for years and only get my eyebrows threaded…read moreevery couple of months. I fully trust this place to take into account how I'd like my brows done, especially keeping them thick. They are super efficient, I never have to wait (i always walk-in) and their price is reasonable.

First time getting my eye brows mapped and threaded! The location was very clean and calming…read more Shanti made me feel so comfortable! She explained everything and was such a kind person. We shared lots of giggles and made this experience extra enjoyable! I love my brows!! Thank you Shanti!

I've been going to Sovans for my eyebrows for the past three years, and I honestly would not trust…read moreanyone else with them at this point. She is so consistent and really takes her time to make sure everything looks clean, natural, and balanced. What I appreciate most is how she shapes them in a way that actually fits your face, not just following a trend. Every time I leave, they look exactly how I want them to. It is one of those places where you just know you are in good hands.

I got a Brazilian wax for the first time ever with Laura. She's so kind and made sure I was…read morecomfortable for it. It was very affordable and fast (~15 minutes)! She also wore a mask the entire time which I really appreciated (especially since I was wearing a mask and was self-conscious about it). I'm excited to continue seeing her for waxing. Note: in the salon that the waxing room is in, nobody else was wearing a mask, so FYI if you are wary of that!

I highly recommend Laura! She did a great job doing a taper haircut. Quality haircut and service…read morefor an affordable price! We are some super happy and satisfied clients!