I am a female so I personally prefer to have female masseuse to touch me. Today was my first time, and I had Lisa from Northeastern of China. I was really lucky because the north-easterners of China grew up eating lots of flour, and they are so good at kneading the flour dough with hands, so their arms are really strong and powerful. However, since I am an Asian, even though I am an athlete type (5'4", 140Lb), my muscle mass and muscle tension probably can't really compare with the tall and strong westerners' type muscle. So please read my feedback with discreet since massaging me probably doesn't require much strength when comparing with massaging westerners. Ok, so here is my verdict:
Cleanness and hygiene:
All towels and environment are clean. Atmosphere is quiet with soothing music . Feet soaking bucket has disposable plastic bag, but not fancy bucket like photo you saw on Yelp. Mine was just a simple plastic bucket , no flowers, but I am okay with it since the price is cheap. I also personally prefer hotter water for feet, but I think for safety concern, they probably can't use too hot water. No store wants to burn their customers' feet. NOTE: this is an open space massage place. You do not need to take off clothes, but Lisa did reach into my back shoulders to massage those tensed muscle nodes. I would suggest you wear super comfortable clothes when going for the service, so they can massage you better.
My female masseuse (Lisa):
I had 90 minutes service. So I asked 30 min head, 30 min feet, 30 min body (you can tell them where you want to emphasize or how you want to distribute the minutes). Lisa's strength was quite strong for me (or more than I needed, but you can always tell her to reduce the strength if you can't take that much). She worked every minute hard, in detail, and professionally. Due to I can speak Chinese, I was able to communicate with her easily. So for English speakers, if you speak slowly, nicely, and use simple English words, short phrases, or gesture, that might help the communication (if not, their manager speaks English/Chinese anyway, or use Google Translate app on your smart phones). Lisa was considerate and care for my dignity when I am massaged. I am always covered with extra towel and kept warm. If you feel cold, ask for extra towel, they will get you another one.
Few tips:
The store accept credit card, but I will suggest you to preparer extra cash for tips (I mean, seriously, when we were waitress, who doesn't like cash tips?). If you like the masseuse you have, ask their name, their less busy time, and next time, make appointment with the one you like. I gave my cash tips directly to Lisa right after I got up from the bed. I tipped her well because I want another good massage NEXT time! If you did enjoy a good quality service, don't tip your masseuse stingily. We all know the Karma will come back to your body next time. read more