Best waxing experience I have ever had, no lie! I love this place. I didn't feel like driving all the way to my usual place, so I figured I'd give this place a try. I was able to book an appointment online in the same day (within a couple hours, really) and it's only a few miles from my house. I had Bevan and she was so great! For being a regular wax, it was *fairly* painless and quick. This salon is SO clean and the staff is very friendly. The prices are all listed online and it's fairly affordable, especially for being in town. The parking is easy (behind the building), but sparse. I could imagine their lot might get full during the day, so maybe allow for a few extra minutes for parking. read more

I LOVE Sweet Samba! Since I began coming here, it's the only place I will visit for my waxing and eyebrow needs. It's private and the owner CHASITY is amazing! She's gentle and makes you feel comfortable and special. She's an expert in skincare and takes pride in product knowledge and at home care for your skin type. Check them out today! Let them know that Elle sent you. read more

Absolutely LOVEEEEEEE sweet Samba Midtown (my fav location)! I've been coming here since 2014. This location is always clean, cute, and the employees are always sweet! Over NEVER had a problem! Casie is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE! She's the ONLY esthetician I see! I've literally have gone to Casie since 2014! I love her personality,she always makes me feel comfortable,and does the best Brazilian,cheek/chin wax! I love this location and I highly recommend to everyone! Oh, I forgot to mention they have the best after wax products,clothes,jewelry,and furniture FOR SALE! Loveeee this location! read more

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Love love LOVE Sweet Samba Midtown. The staff is so friendly and helpful and all of the estheticians do an amazing job with my waxes. Cute and convenient location and they have parking. Definitely my go-to place for waxing!! read more

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Leah, my waxer today, was very nice, patient, and a perfectionist; she made sure she got every last hair out. I would love to have her from now on. :) read more

I just got a wax last week and my hair is already grown back as if I shaved. This is why I don't waste money getting it done as often be had the hair growth is the same speed. Other than that the esthetician is very sweet at this location. read more

Stella!!! That's all i really need to say. But for the sake of my fellow yelpers, I'll give more detail. Sweet Samba Midtown is beautiful. It feels very homey and calm while being clean and professional. All of the staff I have met have been pleasant. I've been a few times for a Brazilian Wax and every single time I have been more than happy with the results. But now lets talk about my girl Stella! She is such a beautiful person. Her presence is a privilege. Not only did she make me feel comfy but she made me want to stay even longer just for convo! This is the best service I have ever had with the company and i will without a doubt be back to see ONLY her. Once you find the right one you don't let them go, so you're stuck with me girl!! Lol. I do value the appearance of my kitty (meow!) and I must say she looks and feels better than ever! read more

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There is always someone different who does the waxing.. You can't pick who you want to be waxed by which has not been a problem.. Overall I had a positive experience.. However every once in a while there is someone who should not be working there. Like a few months ago, a girl who left me shouting in pain. When I said I never experienced this much pain, she would say she went to anesthetician school in a rude manner.. Luckily i never saw her again.. The last time I went there, I have been left completely in wax. She said that she was done, but I could feel wax she didn't clean up the wax at all... So I was like, there is still wax on my skin, and she said she is done and I can use some cream to clean it myself... She didn't show me the results with mirror, and of course after she is gone, I see that there is ton of hair left and some areas she didn't even touch! I am completely dissatisfied. That is not to say that there are also some good people who work there who have asked me if the wax was too hot or not, or remove it with very little pain.. However, after this last awful experience, I am done with this place and will never use their services again. read more

I LOVE SWEET SAMBA MIDTOWN!! They are so kind and welcoming. I've been a customer since August of 2015 and won't go anywhere else! If you're new, see AMANDA or CASEY (Kasey?) they are great... they are both very concerned about your comfort. They walk you through each step and make sure you're okay. Their reception staff is great as well. Their clothing, jewelry, health and beauty sections are very cute. You won't regret going there!! read more

Sweet staff but the woman who did my brows just burned the hell out off brow skin and my skin lifted a bit on my upper lip too. This happened even after I told the girl I had sensitive skin, so I thought there would be more precaution instead of just ripping it off abruptly as she did. During the wax I told her I felt like my skin was irritated and she didn't stop to take care of it or look, she said one sec and kept waxing the other side even though I knew it was becoming painful. The times she wiped it off with the cool wipey was heaven, but I needed more than that, skin was ripped! Too much hair was taken as well. I asked for a basic clean up and bit of shape I like my brows medium thick. Now I have thin brows when I didn't ask for that, a nightmare to grow back now for someone who has tiny brows to begin with. I hate my brows after this wax. No pause to take care of the skin that was ripped and generally a bad brow wax. Pic as proof, sensitive skin ladies don't get waxed here. Not worth it. I'll spend the next two weeks with Neosporin on my brow instead;( Just moved to ATL, and first-time brow wax, won't be coming back sadly. One star for not charging me for my crazy looking brow read more

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Amazing experience each visit! The staff is friendly and always helpful. They have amazing maintenance products as well.

Like always, I've had great experiences at Sweet Samba! I wish there were a location closer to me; therefore, I could keep up regular maintenance of waxing. I've been three times now-I forgot the first girls name, but each time has been consistent. Amanda and Dilshad alike have great attention to detail and are knowledgeable of the product. They offer a painless experience.....For me that's a winner!!! I've been told that each esthetician rotates to different locations, but I've always been pleased (knock on wood). I will continue to return and hope to come back on a regular basis. Consistency is key....especially for the client. No shaving in between or you'll alter your growth/texture pattern. Happy waxing in Midtown! *try to go as close to 4 weeks as possible. Your hair will thank you! read more

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Just an update ... I am still in love with Sweet Samba and booking with Chris! I've switched to sugaring because of her recommendation and I am so happy with it. Waxing is never completely comfortable but sugaring is much more pleasant than hard wax. I feel like the hair growth is slower, thinner and less course. I'm so grateful Chris educated me about it and mentioned trying it. I really enjoy her services ... she is so pleasant and always remembers things discussed before. You can tell she really cares about her clients and gets to know them! Thank you Sweet Samba! read more

I came in for a lash appointment today I was charged the wrong price in the computer then manually recharged for another price .. after being home with my lash extensions my eyes are swollen and red where the placement of the location I have been wear lashes for over 2 years and have use the Howell mill location and never had a problem. The description on the main page explained that these are mink lashes that will never be applied to the skin they are definitely applied to the skin and hurt .. read more

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Star is my girl!! She takes her time and makes sure that everything is clean and perfect! She reassures what I want each time and the final product is perfect! Def going to have more services done by her! read more

Great Intown spa. I have regular waxing with Chris . She's so great, very pleasant and gets it done with very little discomfort. Facials also wonderful, looking forward to trying the micro blading. read more

This used to be my favorite place until recently. Every time I come here it's always a wait. I made my appointment at 12 to be the first person seen by an esthetician and low and behold I get here and I have to WAIT!!! I always came back to this location because I received such great service from Chris but at this point it's not even worth the wait. They have so many rules if you the customer is late but don't offer a discount if THEY ARE BEHIND.. let's not mention the horrendous parking... I shouldnt have to wait if I have an appointment and you open at 12. My 2 and a half relationship with this company is ending... If you're an esthetician that knows how to keep your clients happy please feel free to contact me read more

I have been getting waxed for close to 10 years at this point, and this is the only place I'm willing to go to. I have tried others, and they have just not been up to par. I have extremely sensitive skin and the products they use never fail me. I have also received a few facials here at this location, and they were all magical. Check back with them as they run occasional specials. Newbies get waxes for $25. Regular price is $35. I have visited all other locations except for two, and can vouch for them as well. Most of the products used are natural based. Happy waxing read more

Sweet Samba Midtown - Hair Removal Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I love sweet samba midtown. The shop is so beautiful, and the staff is awesome. Casey is by far the most amazing aesthetician in ATL. Everyone there though really is just so sweet and professional and always makes me happy and feel comfortable to see them. Waxing is waxing, but these ladies do their absolute best to make it a fast, quality, excellent service. Midtown shop also has such a cute clothes selection and I'm so obsessed with their eminence products. Bamboo forming fluid and the pear microderm scrub ugh amazing. Looking to pamper yourself / take care of your waxing needs head to sweet samba for sure. read more

I love this place . I have never had a bad experience . I was referred to this place when I moved to atl 4 years ago and I have never strayed away . My first Brazilian was when I was a whole like 4-5 months pregnant . They were so sweet and it wasn't painful. I guess all the ones after that just never seemed as intense . I have sensitive skin and they always prep and treat my area good after . I love having them apart of my hygiene regimen . I use to be so scared and I'm glad that I found this place to provide an easy experience . Don't hesitate to stop by . The staff is always professional and attentive . read more

Just went for the first time get my brows done ! They look amazing I will definitely be back

Wonderful experience a few weeks ago....forgot to post review! Felt comfortable and welcomed by staff. I will be returning!

HORRIBLE. CUSTOMER. SERVICE. I came to the midtown location after having an excellent experience with their Inman park sister store. Before booking, I called ahead to confirm the student discount rate I saw online and to schedule an appointment and was told that the student discount was available for that day and would be honored. I went in for the appointment, which was wonderful, but was then held up at the counter when I was told they no longer offered the student discount and had been mistaken earlier on the phone and they would no longer honor the student price confirmed earlier that day. It's irresponsible of a business to not honor a deal that was confirmed with a customer. AFTER 4 YEARS I STILL CANNOT LET GO OF HOW POORLY I WAS TREATED AND FELT COMPELLED TO LEAVE THIS REVIEW TO TELL EVERYONE THAT THEY DO NOT HONOR DISCOUNTS MADE EARLIER ON THE PHONE AND DO NOT RESPECT THEIR CUSTOMERS. DO NOT GIVE THEM YOUR BUSINESS. read more

The employees were so awesome and sweet. They did a great job with greeting and offering what the best services were. I actually went in wanting sugaring, but that was not the best hair removal option for me. Unfortunately all hair was not successfully removed. I am okay with some of the hair that was hard to be removed, but not the hair that obviously should have been removed and was not. When paying for hair removal, I want to ensure that the hair that I am requesting should be removed. This was a great visit, but I will not be back. read more

I was extremely disappointed to learn that staff won't wear a mask upon request. Please do better for services that inherently don't allow you to socially distance. Protect your staff and clients. read more

I have zero pain threshold when it comes to getting hairs yanked out of places. So I avoid waxing as often as possible. Obviously this is not the best approach. I am trying to get in that 30-40 day visit and where I was going was in Druid Hills. I decided to swing by here because I can practically walk there. I had a great experience and the wax was less painful than usual. The wax they used was gentle. May try Sugaring next visit! The interior is clean and tastefully decorated. They play real nice, soothing but non boring music (They had Lake Street Dive playing when I arrived) A great staff also! OHHH, and they even have a mini boutique inside with clothing and accessories/candles, plus some beauty products. They have a parking lot in back with around 5-6 spots. It is narrow, and it will be tricky if if there is an oncoming vehicle since it is only one driveway. read more

One of my favorite places for all my waxing services. Estheticians are well trained, knowledgeable and always super nice

The owners must have had a lucrative investor help push them up the capitalist ladder. I used to go to them when they were a small shop of friendly people off of Powers Ferry. I tried them yesterday and while the new place is fancy and new, I don't need the frills...which ultimately get passed on to me in overpriced waxing services. My waxonista was awesome, but not better than my regular waxonista (who was out of town and I'm going to the beach, so I needed a backup waxonista). There was a bit of wax left in my 'area,' and the prices are silly. I'm used to paying $35 for the entire Brazilian and my regular waxonista doesn't charge extra for leaving a strip. That works out for my regular waxonista because I end up tipping her more. So to summarize: I didn't get an itemized bill; however, I purchased a $20 after wax cream. My final cost was $75. So math would say that the wax service was $55. That works out to $50 for the standard service and an extra $5 for leaving the strip of hair. My regular waxonista charges $35, she cleans up most the wax. Why would I go back and pay more for less? I paid $20 more for a waxing experience that is no better than the one I go to in a less fancy spot. Drive off of powers ferry and find a place owned/operated by Brazilians. They won't overcharge you. As I mentioned, the owners have upgraded. When I first started going when they were off of Powers Ferry, I developed a pretty good rapport with a certain waxonista. She left and they told me she returned to Brazil; however, my friends told me that she simply moved waxing shops. She's now at a place that charges $35 for a full Brazilian. Didn't really appreciate the lack of ethics. Inbox me if you want the name of my waxonista. Again - don't go if you're into the unnecessary frills of Sweet Samba (soothing music, drinks, ect - for me it's just a wax, I don't really need the spa experience). Only go if you want a great waxonista and want to pay $35. read more

I know I said I was going to shut up about waxing, but I had a Life Realization ™ the other day at Sweet Samba. It is part of my good works in this life to educate people on the importance of using a skilled waxer. You don't have to experience excruciating pain, ingrown hairs, or the kind of faint blood blisters that make your crotch look like it's been mauled by a dog. Really. I couldn't get in with the love of my life waxer (my bf was coming home from a week long business trip and i needed my lady garden groomed STAT) so I went down to Sweet Samba thinking it wouldn't be the end of the world. Halfway through the wax as I was holding my breath and sweating from how much it hurt, I started wishing I could send my sweet baby skin some flowers and an apology card. Proper waxing should never be this painful. I could see tiny droplets of blood rising up out of my skin. My poor little baby cuca! I'd like to spare the ladies of the world my discomfort and subsequent weeks-later, sorta embarrassing ingrown hairs. If you get waxed, find a good waxer. Someone you love and trust. It doesn't have to hurt. At least, not that bad. read more

Very cute place. I went in for their Brazilian wax special for first time clients. I was surprised at how large the waxing room was. I couldn't see the door which was kind of annoying. I mean you never want to feel like someone could walk in on you. Anyway, I think the one thing that really stuck with me about this place is that the waxer left out the room while I got undressed but there was no towel or anything to cover myself up so I basically had to lie on the table half dressed and exposed while waiting for her to come back. Can you say awkward? Then when she was done she stayed to start cleaning the room while I got dressed. Awkward again? It was just a little uncomfortable so I don't think I'll be returning. Also when I got home I noticed lots of stray hairs in the *ahem* backside area. Of course, I would have done a more thorough inspection before I left had I been able to get dressed ALONE. Weird... read more

It was my first time at this location and the only reason I chose this location is because I was near it at the moment and called to see if they had any availability. This is definitely in my top 2 waxing experiences. Italia is such a great esthetician and person. I received a Brazilian wax from her and she made it the calmest process. She would not let you leave if your service is not the best it can possibly be and you can tell she cares about what she does. She also made great suggestions for after care. She didn't miss a beat. Glad I stopped by and will be returning. The whole staff was sweet actually. Thank you ladies read more

Honestly Sweet Samba has been very hit or miss for me. In a pinch, it's easy to get an appointment. As for quality of your wax, it all depends on what esthetician you get and its hard to request a specific girl. The receptionists can only tell you if they are at their specific location that day. I've had amazing waxes and I've had them miss one whole side of my Brazilian. I basically have anxiety about how my wax will end up when I get there. Pros: Fair price Ease of making appointments Great reception Short wait times Take cash or credit/debit Great location Hard wax Cons: Estheticians are hit or miss (the good ones always leave) Can't go back for extra hair removal if a spot is missed and you don't catch it immediately (signs are posted about this now...) Sweet samba reminds me of Forrest Gump: "Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get). In their defense, I have heard they used to be much more consistent in their quality of services. I will be back if i can't find an appointment anywhere else since I have a crazy schedule, but it will no longer be my "regular" waxing salon. read more

This was my 2nd visit to Sweet Samba and have a big complaint - the service requested was not the service received. I had called in and reserved their version of a deep bikini. (As a side note, their waxing service menu is not as straightforward as it should be. Each style has cute names rather than clear distinctions.) My service was excellent and painless. The aesthetician and I had such a good time chatting (I know some people prefer just to watch the overhead TV) that I wasn't really paying attention to what was or was not being waxed. For some waxing newbies, this may seem hard to believe, but I'm a veteran waxing customer and it just doesn't hurt anymore. I'm used to it and pain is a non-issue. Anyhoo... Afterwards when I got to the desk to pay, my bill was more than expected. I told them I had asked for a deep bikini (The Barely Bare) but apparently had received the French Kiss (brazilian with a landing strip). I had the feeling there had been a little bait and switch. I know what I requested and was not happy that somehow there had been a miscommunication between the front desk reservation and what was told to the aesthetician. To sum up, the service is good & the place is cute but I do not like feeling like I had been tricked into an upgrade. My advice is to pay very close attention to the confusing waxing menu and be sure to reiterate to your aesthetician exactly what is being done so there will be no confusion. read more

I tried to like it here. I gave it three tries. Each time I left disappointed..and once with a little wax left on an eyebrow. My least favorite part about SS is that you aren't allowed to pick your waxer. It's just whoever is available. From what I understand this has only become policy in the past two years or so. read more

There is NO other place to get waxed in this city. All others claim to be "painless" and genuine, but they are imposters! Terrified from my last waxing experience at BLISS (more like the "murderous torturous skin ripping, bleeding, tearing of the privates spot for hair removal"...) which took three sets of eyes and TWO sets of hands to get me out of the MESS that woman created!!! (I'm not sasquatch by any means - in fact, it's not much of a job for real professional to take care of.)...They were simply incompetent in their technique! Anway!!!!!!.I found the perfect place for waxing. THIS is why I ADORE Sweet Samba! I told them what happened to me at "THAT place" and they handled me with the utmost care. Gentle, sweet, non-humiliating and actually quite quick! The green wax that they use is the O-RIG-I-NAAAAL and the best. I was in and out within 30 minutes for a full Brazilian and wasn't all red, swollen and in pain for days afterwards. Neither did I have any ingrown hairs. The miracle spot has arrived! Search no further! Sweet Samba is indeed a sweet find for your sweet spot! Take care of your goods and be a loyal customer. xoxo Sweet Samba! read more

Had a great experience at Sweet Samba today! Star was my esthetician and she did a great job! I got Brazillian and full legs and it didn't even hurt that bad. It had been a while since I used hard wax and now I remember why I love it on my xtra sensitive areas! I'll definitely be back. read more

I've been coming here since it opened. I've tried other places just for kicks and literally no one else takes better care or is as skilled.

Best place for sugar Brazilian. Very personable and profession staff. The facility is very clean with great self care items. I always feel very well taken care of. read more

I have been going to Sweet Samba for 2 years. After my last visit I will not be back. Prior to coming I made specific request for a particular technician. Once I got there they gave me a random technician. This was the third time in a row this happened. With "it" being such an intimate service (that you must commit to in advance with a credit card) it seems reasonable to be able to request who you share this experience with. HOWEVER, this was the least of my problems!!! I have read other reviews about how exposed one feels in the room; well...I actually had another customer walk in while I was in the middle of getting my service!!! The technician was like "I don't know why they (meaning management) doesn't do something about that!" Apparently it has happened before. This particular room is close to the bathroom. When I spoke to the front desk staff member about my experience (no one initiated an apology) the girl seemed like she was at a loss. Poor thing, she was new. I paid, tipped the technician, and asked for the owner to call me. He never did. A week later a brand new manager called me back offering a sheepish apology but no refund, credit, or anything. Asked again for the owner to call; have not heard anything to date (4weeks later). Quite a humiliating experience. read more

I am in Atlanta for the summer and needed a wax. I have been getting waxed for years now and never had an experience like I had. I read the reviews on here and thought why not give it a try. I walked in and the staff was very kind & friendly. They knew what they were talking about. I was getting my wax & the girl doing it, I can't remember her name, burnt me. She did not apply pressure once removing the hair. Needless to say I will NOT be going back. If you want to be burned give it a shot.. read more