I love Katia. Detailed and fast and nice. Super cute place too. Easy to find and good location

She is very attentive, careful, knowledgeable, and helpful. The space is also clean and welcoming.

Katia is the best, I've been trusting her for years and she's incredibly personable and makes the whole experience enjoyable.

I Came in today for a full Brazilian bikini wax and had a great experience. The location is easy to find (right across the street from Whole Foods), and parking is free. Katia was friendly, professional, and patient. She is detailed and takes her time. I paid $58 for Brazillian which is a GREAT price! Sugaring LA charges about $70 for the same type of service. Her shop is small, cozy, and welcoming. Feels like home! This was my first time seeing Katia, but I'm not new to sugaring. I've been going to Sugaring LA (on Montana Ave in Santa Monica) for this past year. I've been enjoying their services and was always satisfied with the results. With that being said, I think that if you are looking for a long-term relationship with your aesthetician, go to see Katia. At other hair removal places, some employees come and go. You might find a great aesthetician that might not be there the next time you want to book your appointment. With Katia, you know she is always there for you and provides all the services herself. Not to mention, her prices are more reasonable than any other place in LA. read more

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Best experience for the worst situation (Brazilian)! Katia created a friendly and safe environment. She is patient, calming, and incredibly skilled - hell, I've even been back and it was even easier the each time around! She develops an incredible and friendly atmosphere and rapport which is paramount in these situations. Easy going, good at what they do, and reasonably priced? 10 out 10 experience and loyalist! read more

Okay, I'm gonna be so real rn... the pics of Katia on Yelp make her seem like this really timid, meek, conservative little thing. Nah, Katia is a homie! She's so wild but so chill. This is a very LA thing for me to say, but... she's a vibe. Very clean and comfortable space. Kept me sufficiently distracted from the pain with chit chat. And she was super thorough. I'm a regular at another sugaring spot. I loveeee my other girl too, but I did feel like Katia was a little more thorough in removing even those last stray and ingrown hairs. Lot in the back is reserved parking so just park on the street. There were plenty of spots when I came. She accepts every kind of payment under the sun. Sigh. Now I'm stressed about being loyal to my other girl or starting to come here! Maybe I'll alternate like a child of split custody divorce. read more

Sweet, bubbly, vivacious sugarista who does the job well, even if it can be a little painful. She is as chatty as a magpie and asks lots of questions, so you won't even notice the pain! A nice option if you need someone cool and upbeat who knows what they're doing. Her little suite is pretty and clean. read more

Very professional and nice. Clean and normal prices. I really recommend her I'm glad I find her . read more

Katia is a fucking rock star. She is beyond amazing. She has mastered her craft. If you go once a year or every month, Katia makes you feel so comfortable. Super professional, never any awkward moments. Ive done both, she builds a strong preference. A hard critic converted and softened. This is the place for top notch quality. read more

Best in the west. Fast, smooth, painless. Highly recommended. Thank you Katia! Easy to get to location. Katia herself is hilarious and easy to talk to. I have been to sugaring places before and always felt pain or nervous... with Katia, you dont feel the hair removal and is so fast and easy. read more

The best sugarist I know! She's personable, the sessions felt like I was hanging out with my friend! I have a low pain tolerance and Katia's technique really make the wax tolerable. My skin improved generously after seeing her as well. Great results 10/10 read more

This was my first appointment with Katia. Before my appointment, I had so much anxiety about this that I felt nauseous. However, Sugaring with Katia is so much less painful than any type of waxing plus you don't get that throbbing feeling after. No weird bumps or tenderness, just soft skin with no hair. She is great at making you feel comfortable and she is even better at sugaring. I left my appointment like 10 minutes ago but I had to write a review in case anyone like me is psyching themselves out. There's no need to worry! Go see Katia! read more

Katia is amazing. She does a great thorough job sugaring and is SUCH a joy. I've been getting my Brazilians and underarms done with her these last few months. Her place is cozy and clean, only one client in at a time, and she changes coverings and utensils after each session. I've also fallen in love with sugaring vs waxing and highly recommend to anyone! read more

OMG Katia is such a wonderful human being and you can tell she LOVES what she does. She's so friendly and I lowkey wish she was my friend lol! I went to her after finding her here on Yelp and I will never go to anywhere else in LA for sugar waxing! She's thorough and pays close attention to detail. I would recommend ANYONE to go to her for your sugaring needs. read more

Katia is the only person I trust with my sugar waxes! She's the best and makes sure you are comfortable the whole time.

The best in town! I started going to Katia to just get my sideburns and upper lip, and now she just did my bikini (for my very first time) and it was the best experience I could have hoped for. A true professional and also a wonderful, knowledgable person to be around. So grateful to have found her! read more

UPDATE! I now travel all the way from the IE to see Katia seriously worth the drive! She's the best! Well, I came into my appointment super nervous because I had never been waxed. First of all, Katia is a gem. She's very welcoming, warm, easy to talk to, and super knowledgeable. She coached me through the parts that would hurt the worst and made it not so bad. She was quick and very thorough in her work. I was so pleased with my end results, I'm totally hooked! Katia is the bomb. I'll continue coming to see her for all my waxing needs read more

I just want to say- 6 years later from my first appointment and Katia is the best esthetician I've ever been to (and I've been to a lot). Hands down! read more

Been coming here for a while though not as religiously as I should. Katia is an absolute doll and makes the whole experience so personable. I would recommend her to any new person who moved to the west side. She is super clean, her place is so homey, and conversation with her flows so easily. She's very responsive (even to last minute requests). I usually park on the streets (neighborhood or on Lincoln). My most recent visit with her she said she would be running 10 minutes late and texted me as a heads up (thoughtful, right?) but ended up finishing her client at 6:33 (so no, not late but will try to be as considerate of your time). That's the only time I think she has ever potentially ran late. She's also the one who taught some pearls about general vag care (I.e. moisturizing with jojoba oil and explaining why) Anyway, I still have 1 more wax to redeem at European wax center, and still haven't gone back there in a year cause this ho is loyalllllll read more

I found Sugaring by Katia via Yelp and decided to give it a try as an alternative to waxing. First off, the thought of someone "down there" and the subsequent pain that I knew I would endure doesn't sound very appealing. Nerves aside, I booked with Katia on StyleSeat (super easy process). Katia confirmed my appointment the next day through text, so I was happy to know I was all set. Katia gave specific directions to her location, but I still got lost. She was so nice and came outside to direct me. Her location is conveniently close to Abbott Kinney so that's a plus. Her studio is small but very clean and welcoming. I was nervous but Katia put me right at ease, explained the process, and we got down to business. I can't compare my experience sugaring with waxing, as I've never done the latter. Yes, it's painful due to the fact I've never done anything previously. Katia coached me right through, with a smile, and was very patient with me. Because of it being my first time, it's automatically more painful. But I committed to finishing and all I can say is "WOW". She was able to do exactly what I had asked for and she paid great attention to detail. All the while being super friendly and professional. I never felt "weird" and it was done before I knew it. She followed up the next day to check on my results too. I would absolutely recommend Sugaring by Katia. She is so outgoing, puts you at ease, and definitely knows what she is doing. I already have my next appointment booked, and results last about a month. Give it a try and go to Katia. You can't go wrong! read more

Sugaring by Katia - Katia was super friendly and nice! She knows what she is doing and it wasn't as painful as I thought it would be! Go here! - Sugaring Near Me - Venice, California

Was a first timer just earlier today and already leaving a review because of how great my experience was. Not only is Katia the sweetest person that can carry on a good convo and make you feel comfortable (which is important when you're getting a Brazilian) but the results are also great. Way less painful than other places, she's a pro. Will be for sure returning for another visit soon. If you're looking at other spots, stop and give Katia a try - you won't regret it. Support small/local businesses!! read more

Katia finally gave me the courage to throw out my razor. I had been waxing for years and shaving occasionally in between. My skin is very sensitive and although wax had been better for it than shaving, I still had bad reactions and ingrown hairs. Katia took the time to educate me on why sugaring would work better for my skin and my hair removal and she was SO right! First off, the ingredients are all natural: just water, lemon, and sugar. Way less irritating for the skin. Second, the sugar isn't hot like wax so it doesn't inflame and you can go over the same spot twice to make sure all the hair is removed. Third, she pulls the sugar off in the same direction of the hair growth so less breakage! That means slower regrowth and fewer ingrowns. Katia has given me the best brazilian sugar consistently. I also have her sugar my full legs and underarms. I've been seeing her for over two years now. She is a delight to talk to and excellent at what she does. Book an appointment, but prepare to leave all other hair removal methods behind! read more

After struggling to find anyone with time to book during corona days, I finally found Katia - and she's definitely going to be who I go to from now on! She's SUPER friendly and nice. Her technique is impeccable. I don't think I've ever had a less painful sugaring experience. Her studio is also super welcoming and clean. The chain sugaring places are just fine; Katia is amazing!!! read more

Been to lots of Sugaring places and just moved down to LA so I needed to find a new person. I was prepared to have to go to lots of different people but met Katia first try and I'm gonna stick with her ! She's so sweet and makes you feel super comfortable. She also is a perfectionist, which I like It was a lot less pain than I was expecting especially since I haven't kept up with my sugaring since covid. read more

This review is long over due! I started going to Katia over a year ago when I had just moved to the west side. I was so lucky that I got such a gem on the first try - thanks Yelp! Katia is so thorough and goes above and beyond to make sure that you are as hairless and clean as possible. Also, she really gets to know you and she quickly starts to feel like a friend. There is no end to my visits in sight. 10/10 recommend. read more

My previous review still stands - Katia is amazing. I have since moved away from CA and I whenever I'm in town I go straight to her for lip/chin, Brazilian and underarm sugaring. She's quick, detailed, and a great woman to be around. read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! Katia has some serious sugaring skills!!!! Very very thorough. Trust me, you will love her! And if you are feeling shy about anything she will make you feel fully at ease. She is as good as it gets read more

Amazing! I was very nervous about my first waxing experience & Katia talked me through everything. It was not bad how I expected and it was fast. She is very nice. I definitely recommend coming here. read more

I love Katia! I've been waxing for years but started sugaring when a friend suggested it as a more natural and healthy alternative. I started going to a spot on Montana but it hurt so badly and I dreaded it every month. Off to yelp I went and quickly found katia and her great reviews, plus those hilarious aprons? How could she not be awesome?! Turns out I was right. Not only are her sugaring techniques far superior to the last place I went it hurts WAY less and believe it or not I actually don't dread going there. She makes it fun! Oh and I'm 9 months pregnant and I've been going religiously to her every 4 weeks since I was about 3 months pregnant. So if that doesn't tell you she's fantastic I don't know what will. P.S I also love how supportive of her clients she is. We're always gabbing and I never leave without a personal and stellar recommendation of some sort (totally related to our convo of the day). read more

My first ever sugar Brazilian was a breeze with Katia! It was significantly less painful than a hard wax. Her studio was cozy and clean and our conversation was so pleasant. I'll be coming back regularly! read more

Katia is so good! She's fast and made me totally comfortable as a first timer. She also goes in with tweezers to get any stray hairs. Super chill spot, she's quick and knows what she's doing. Sugars is so much better than waxing, especially if you have sensitive skin like I do! read more

I normally don't post reviews, but no one deserves a 5 star review more than Katia. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her services! She's quick with getting back to you about appointments, she's very professional and her knowledge shows through. Her space is clean and above all, she's super friendly and her bubbly personality is contagious! I highly highly highly recommend her! read more

I have been going to Katia for almost a year now. She was my first and only sugar waxer and I do not plan on going to anyone else! She is super sweet, accommodating, and knowledgeable. I have terrible ingrowns and not only has she helped with sugaring and plucking hairs, she recommended great products! read more

Can I please just take you home with me??? I visit the LA area somewhat regularly but where I live, I'm SOL! Just a quick deet, I'm an esthetician specializing in waxing & I've been waxing for over 11 years and don't just let anyone down there... My first favorite thing about Katia is literally the second I walked into her cute & spacious work room I felt like I was on a coffee date with a gf. Second fav... she freaking knows what the hell shes doing. The discomfort was as minimal as it gets. She's reasonably priced, clear with directions, I had no issues with finding or parking. And she's very prompt to text response(which I personally love the option to text.) Thank you Katia! Keep doing what you do! Us ladies can't live without you! read more

Can I just say I didn't think I would ever say I enjoy getting a Brazilian done??? Katia is a sugaring wizard !!! Not only is she sweet as pie but she is quick and precise. 10 out of 5 stars for sure! read more

Katia was great. Aldo, ahe uses Alexandria products, which are my favorite. Highly recommend.

I have been seeing Katia for several months now and I cannot express how good she is at sugaring. I get a few areas sugared and she is exceptional at removing hair. She is very detailed and takes her time. Her technique is as painless as hair removal gets. She provides a clean and comfortable space. I've recommended a few friends to her and they are now regular clients. With reasonable prices and easy scheduling, there's really no reason not to see her. Oh, and did I mention free parking, in Venice? If you're looking for a natural form of hair removal, go see Katia. She is an amazing sugarer! read more

Hi Yelpers. :) First and foremost, Katia is a professional woman with a vast knowledge of hair removal. As a new client I had no knowledge of what sugaring really was and she answered all my questions without any hesitation. Sugaring is an awesome experience. It doesn't require the use of heat and there's no strips like some wax places have. Sugaring caused no breakouts and I felt very clean afterwards. While I wish I could write "it wasn't painful at all" I can't because I have to say, a Brazilian wax isn't the most fun experience, but it is necessary and if you're going to do it sugaring with Katia is the way to go. I used the deal on Yelp and it was a great! I highly recommend purchasing the deal and at least giving sugaring a chance. read more

I visited Katia after my long time esthetician moved out of LA ... and she is excellent! Not only is she very comforting and personable, she is top notch at sugaring! She is a perfectionist and makes sure that she really gets everything! The entire experience was like talking with an old friend, not about painful hair removal. Tell your friends and family! read more

Pubic hair maintenance is one of those things that we all dread getting done but love the results. Katia was able to change my experience for the better. I have never been waxed/sugared so thoroughly before. Katia goes above and beyond with her hair removal and even clears any ingrown or clogged hair follicles for you during your service. She enjoys her job and it definitely shines through in her attention to detail. I have referred all my friends to her because she really is that good. I have experienced many other hair removal artists that are good but never one as good as Katia. She will leave no hair behind and you will be baby smooth for a couple of weeks. If you're on the fence about trying sugaring, just try it and I promise the right practitioner will make you never look back. Katia is the right one baby! read more