Sugaring by Katia

My first appointment was during the ending of Covid. Her quality and technique is unmatched! I…read moretrust her so much! She is amazing! Her service is incredible. She is a woman owned business! Please support her! I truly love her ability to keep my time with her positive,professional,and private. She has impeccable work ethic. She is a real vibe! Love her.

Cameron is the best! I highly recommend her! I've been going to her for many years now.read more

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SUGARED + BRONZED

4.9(1.2k reviews)

2.5 mi

I just love this place! The location, sugaring and most of all I love their spray tan colors…read more Use the prep wipe as your spray tan will not smell like most do! Thanks to Gabby for introducing me to those! She sprays me and I love her technique and always matches my color! The color lasts awhile! Thank you Team Santa Monica for always being on top of it!!

Love it!! It is so amazing every time and the staff is great! I highly recommend the Montana ave…read morelocation! Love love love

Full body waxing and custom airbrush spray tans!

We're a cashless salon but we accept any major debit or credit card!

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SUGARED + BRONZED

4.6(55 reviews)

0.4 mi•Venice

I had a great experience here! Madu was so friendly, personable, and made me feel very comfortable…read moreand relaxed. The process is quick, easy, and the color always leaves me looking amazing and lasts so long! Absolutely love coming here!

Great place! Great location! Technician Chandler rocks!…read more This is the place. No drama waxing!!

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sugaringLA Santa Monica

4.8(750 reviews)

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I was nervous to try full-face sugaring (especially my brows) because I wanted to keep the shape I…read morealready have. I shared that with Bethany and Ty, and they were so careful, gentle, and reassuring. Bethany's expertise and precision really put me at ease. I'm honestly amazed by the result, my brows look cleaner and my whole face looks noticeably smoother and brighter. Such a kind, welcoming experience. Thank you, Bethany and Ty!

Rude receptionist. Went in after I booked appointment and rescheduled appointment to later time…read morewith another person and when I showed up they didn't have the information for me. I understand things happen but receptionist didn't apologize for inconvenience or misunderstanding. Probably needs training in customer service.

Lemon + Sugar + Water, all organic ingredients!

New Client Offer! First Brazilian for $39 OR 20% OFF any ONE service!

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Spa Sophia

4.8(307 reviews)

0.7 mi•Venice

I've been coming here for years. Facials and massages - the team are professional, well trained and…read moreso nice. I have brought my stress and skin conditions, anxiety and celebrations into this small but sweet spa and always leave feeling rejuvenated. It's only 3 treatment rooms, quiet and small but incredibly well done. Would reco!

I was looking for a quality neuromuscular massage and found Spa Sophia online due to all the…read morepositive reviews. When I called to book a first appointment the front desk was very helpful and kind and was able to get me in same day! Lydia was my massage therapist and she was absolutely incredible. I have chronic back pain and require specific areas of focus, and she did a fantastic job, and all my pain went away. I booked my 2nd appointment when I checked out. Highly recommend.

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Tikitibü

5.0(44 reviews)

1.6 mi

Love to this place! Cynthia was extremely professional and knowledgeable, and was super helpful in…read morehelping me understand the hair growth process, why certain spots hurt more than others, and the after care needs. This was the best sugaring Brazilian I have ever gotten.

Here is some back story on how I ended getting a facial from Cynthia…read more I went for my first facial in about 3 years. And, I was traumatized the last time I had a facial, the woman who I didn't know had done some extractions and it was horrific. I had talked to someone that had the most amazing things to say about Cynthia, so I took the plunge. My first visit with Cynthia was amazing! I ended up getting an aqua gel facial (at least that's what I think it was called). Regardless it was magical! Cynthia cleaned my face to try and get as much dirt out before doing any of the extractions. She was so gentle when she was doing the extractions, she new I was super nervous. She kept me informed about what she was doing, it was ana amazing experience. We also talked about what I did for work, and I explained that there is a lot of physical labor. And, she gave me a little taste of her myofascial release it was so amazing. I literally could feel my self stretching like silly puddy. It was so amazing. So long story short, have zero doubt about your experience with Cynthia. She's amazing at what she does!

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Eminence Organic Skincare is the cornerstone for all facial treatments.

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Glam Doll

4.9(69 reviews)

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After a bout of health issues Yasuko is back! This beautiful…read morelady has lost nothing and I highly recommend her!

I had a great experience getting a sugar wax here. It was my first time doing any type of wax and I…read morewas slightly nervous. But Yasuko was very friendly and thorough. Tip: I took a ibuprofen about a hour before my appointment, may have lessened the pain this way. I paid with cash, I THINK it's cash only?

Sugaring Slon GLAM DOLL

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Citizen Skin

5.0(19 reviews)

2.7 mi•Mar Vista

Moving to a new city can be tough on a girl. For my first few months here, I was convinced that I…read morewould have to save my facials and brow cleanups and haircuts--you know, all those things that require time and patience to find the best of--for my rare trips back North. Unfortunately, nobody warned me about the terrifying toll that LA takes on your skin. Enter Nacole of Citizen Skin. Overwhelmed by the overabundance of facialists in LA (each with a passel of Yelp! reviews), I did a cross check between Yelp! and Allure's top picks for facials. Citizen Skin seemed perfect, since I really prefer small-scale, personal operations (no Bliss or Burke Williams for me!). My method worked. Nacole is amazing. Although their personalities couldn't be more different, Nacole and Lara of SF's Splendente Skin are gloriously identical in their holistic and all-encompassing approach to skincare. You get every treatment in the book here--microdermabrasion, a peel, LED light therapy, extractions, and more--without being charged for each addition. And, like the best practitioners, Nacole tailors her treatment to your skin's specific needs/issues. If you want effective and full-scale skin treatment in a peaceful and intimate setting with an experienced practitioner--and if you don't, what's wrong with you?--Citizen Skin is it.

I get my wax services from Nina and it's the best. She is very kind and so is the owner. They have…read morea comfortable and safe atmosphere. If I could give them a hundred stars I would.

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Sugarhi

5.0(17 reviews)

2.6 mi•Sawtelle

Discounts available

Available by appointment

Sugaring over waxing, 1000000%!!!! The process doesn't take long at all. It was my first time…read moregetting a sugaring service. Sandy "coaches" you through each step. After care is so simple. I learned you can use sugaring for any body hair, and I'm really looking forward to the easier regrowth. I will absolutely return! Also, I love love LOVE that you can book a "silent appointment" for days when you're tired, anxious, or just want a little bit of calm quiet time. The studio space is relaxing and very clean.

I had hot wax once and did not like it at all. So my most non toxic friend recommended Sugarhi to…read moreme because she has seen Sandy for sugaring for several years now. She says that her hair regrowth is so much slower and less and also finer since she has gotten sugared regularly. So I was curious, & tagged along with her to an appointment. Sandy's office was so pretty and calming, and she was so friendly! She explained to me how she makes the sugar she uses with just lemon, water & sugar, and showed me how it only sticks to the hair and not skin. I waited in her comfy waiting area for my friend to get sugared, & made my own appointment for a couple days later. When I came back for my appointment, Sandy was bubbly and made the whole time feel really fun. She has funny pics & sayings posted on her ceiling to look at when you're lying on her table haha! She gave me squeezy balls because it was my first time getting sugared, and she prepared me so I wouldn't be surprised. It was actually not as painful as I thought it would be! I also had a red light treatment - which I know is great for anti aging. My first appointment was over 2 years ago now. Just ike my friend experienced, I have noticed my regrowth has been slower and less, and the hair is finer since I have seen Sandy regularly. Parking is super easy in the lot in her building, or at one of the meters out front. It is really easy to schedule with Sandy & has she really gone out of her way to be available for me to come in. I appreciate the bottled water at the end of my visits too. Sandy is gentle, has such fun energy & is a wonderful esthetician! Highly recommend!

Hearing how Sugaring has changed hair removal and how new clients are happy with the results.

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Sugar

LaserAway

Certified professionals

My experience from start to finish, beginning with the sales rep and ending to scheduling my next…read moreappointment was seamless. When I first arrived to the MDR office I was warmly welcomed by the front desk, I wish I caught her name but she was such an angel and incredibly helpful! I let her know that this was going to be my 2nd underarm laser hair removal (diff company years ago) and FIRST ever brazilian of any kind and I incredibly terrified. She was very genuine and really did try to calm my nerves - especially about the brazilian. She also gave me some tips and told me it was going to be a breeze - it was very hard to believe her but boy did I try! I was taken into the exam room and my nurse was miss Dora and she phenomenal!!!! So patient and experienced and made sure throughout that I was doing ok. She started with my underarms, but before she did I asked for an icepack for my lady parts to freeze while I waited and she gave me one. The machine they use is one I have never experienced, it had a fan and was cooling and FAST. Dora gave me a heads up of the parts where it could feel a a little "spicy" than the normal light pinch feeling and that was helpful so I can anticipate. She then moved down south and this is where my fear really set it - she again gave me some areas where it could hurt and honestly...it was SO freakin easy. I definitely encountered some "oh shit that hurt" moments but honestly it was VERY tolerable. Dora made me feel so comfortable and it was obvious that this was not her first rodeo - I hope I get her again the next time I go! I left with my ego still intact - and again the front desk was ever so sweet and we scheduled upcoming appointments. I also purchased a package that I am very excited to use throughout the year and it sounds very worth it! Thank you sooooo much MDR LaserAway. Ya'll are amazing - praise the lase!

STAY AWAY!!! I called to schedule a simple Hydrafacial, fell for the sales tactics and was sold…read moreinto a RF Microneedling (Potenza) package of 3. I was literally in the treatment room being numbed before the first session and a man from the front desk came in to upsell me on an additional package of 3. For the treatment itself, I expected pain akin to tattoo shading on a sensitive area - this was so much worse. The nurse assured me it was fine. Afterwards I was incredibly swollen and had deep grid marks from the device. This continued well beyond their aftercare timeline, and I contacted LaserAway by email and phone. It took nearly a week for anyone to get back to me. By then I had already gone to an actual dermatologist and was put on a steroid cream to help heal the damage and prevent scaring. I learned that the settings used on the device were way too aggressive. My skin remained inflamed for weeks, and over a year later I still have grid mark texture all over my face, neck and chest & have lost significant volume in my fat pads around my eyes, lips and cheeks. Getting anyone on the phone to resolve this felt impossible by design - eventually I got a hold of the sales rep who sold me in initially, and explained that I had a horrible outcome and cannot continue. They changed my remaining pre-paid package value to laser hair removal, which felt low risk enough. Of the 8 sessions of laser hair removal I had, my appointments were changed 4 separate times, often same day. In the end, all 8 sessions combined weren't nearly as effective as the laser hair removal I've had done elsewhere with fewer sessions. Still, the woman at the front desk made sure to ask if I needed to purchase another package before I exited my last appointment - and unsurprisingly, there happened to be a special limited time promo. I'm left with skin damage, a lot of wasted time & money, and deeply ashamed that I fell for the gimmick in the first place. If you're considering LaserAway, especially for advanced facial treatments, please get a consult & quote from a cosmetic dermatologist first.

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Laetitia G.

11 years ago

Shirlene C.

14 years ago

I have been going to Katia for about a year. I drive 45 minutes to an hour to get to her shop and I will not go to anyone else for my Brazilian. I have gone to to other establishments in Beverly Hills for my Brazilian and none can compare to the fabulous results Katia can achieve. She is super talented and needs to be recognized. She is not only the best Esthetician for your most delicate parts, but she cares about her customers and goes the extra mile for them. Her shop is very sanitary and she uses top of the line products. Her prices are very reasonable and is worth every penny. I recommend her to all my family and friends. The BEST in the business:))) read more

Julia S.

14 years ago

Sugaring by Katia is quick and painless. Plus shes very friendly and accomodating. My cousin and I both go to her and love her equally. Ive tried other places and found that though quickness is essential in LA, some rush it and it ends up being painful later. Not with Katia. I felt at ease the moment i stepped in. It is a small but intimate setting which i prefer. I recommend her to any and everyone :) read more

Abraham G.

11 years ago

Well I was a little nervous to give this a shot, but what do u know? It went AWESOMELY Katia SUGARED my shoulders and back she was so attentive and answered all my questions I had a bad waxing experience (NEVER AGAIN) so thats were my hesitation comes from. Anyway I totally recommend SUGARING BY KATIA to everyone she's totally professional, her place is clean,and there is plenty of parking. read more

Deborah S.

10 years ago

I just came back from my first sugaring experience with Katia. First, she is so personable and knowledgeable. I used to DREAD any body waxing. The entire experience with Katia was painless! She was incredibly thorough and accommodating. It's official - goodbye to hot, painful waxing. I'm down to be sugared by Katia anytime!! read more

DEBORAH S.

11 years ago

Katia is seriously 5 stars! I have been going to her for a few months now. She's extremely friendly, and makes you feel so welcome and comfortable. I have tried waxing and threading. By far, sugaring is the best. Katia's customer service is great, just like her friendly attitude. She is officially my sugaring person!!! read more

Yadira N.

12 years ago

I was in town and desperately needed to get waxed. A friend recommend I try "Sugaring" by Katia. Best experience ever!!! She walked me through the entire process. Which was virtually pain free. Her studio was very clean and her prices very competitive. I highly recommend her for all your Sugaring needs. read more

Joy R.

11 years ago

Best. Bikini. Wax [sugar]. EVER. Katia is so good at what she does. Now that I've experienced sugaring with Katia I can't imagine going to anyone else. Impeccable service and the kindest soul. read more

Juan Carlos d.

13 years ago

Katia is great. I've never had a service like this before. Katia is very thorough and gentle. Her prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend SUGARING BY KATIA to EVERYONE. THANK YOU KATIA read more

Bert E.

11 years ago

Katia is wonderful! Best sugaring in L.A. hands down. Katia is both very thorough and gentle. And as a bonus she has a warm personality. I now actually look forward to getting waxed! read more

Brett C.

366

10 years ago

Two years later and I still love Katia! She is the best of the best.

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