The Pretty Kitty

I absolutely LOVE Wax Haven! When I first moved here, I was so nervous to find someone new for my…read morebrows, but Lauren instantly wowed me and I've been going to her ever since! She is so talented and always makes me feel comfortable. My schedule has been crazy lately, so today was my first time seeing Taylor and WOW -- she is the cutest, so personable, and did such an amazing job! I'm so impressed with both of them. You truly cannot go wrong here! I had to leave a review because you're seriously making a mistake if you don't come to Wax Haven

Taylor is amazing, even though she has a short amount of time of experience she has been better…read morethan some who have 10 years and up, trust me you will be so happy with her, my looks perfect First Lady I talked to when I checked in wasn't really friendly at all kinda looked like she hates her job who knows! But im excited to go back to Taylor!

After

Freshly laminated brows! My favorite!

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Eyebrows on point!

Sugar-Smooth

4.8(54 reviews)

1.1 mi

Emiliya is such a wonderful person! She is easy to talk to and makes you feel very comfortable. The…read moreroom is super clean and welcoming. Her technic is good and painless. Her hours are great and is very available and accommodating. Super glad I found her!

It's all about the swift technique! I've been up and down the coast and have had experience with…read moresugaring and waxing -- including the sugaring spot off Washington that looks like a RH store ;) Emiliya is officially my chosen hair remover. If you're looking for a place that is clean and gets you in and out with the results you want -- choose here. I was comfortable. I don't need the fluff of restoration hardware and pink gloves for the extra markup. No thank you. I will be back and will refer out! Thank you Emiliya

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Sugar Smooth Studio

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Sugar and Spice Skincare

5.0(120 reviews)

1.1 mi

Ashley did an amazing job making me feel so comfortable!! It's always awkward with a new sugarista…read moreespecially when it's been over a year since your last Brazilian but she made it a smooth process. She walked me through it, gave breathing tips, and made sure I knew I could stop whenever I wanted. I just wanted a one time wax but how comfortable I felt and how easy the conversation was made me book another one. Ashley is definitely the best

Ashley is awesome! I have an issue with bad ingrowns and finally tried sugaring. I will never go…read moreback to waxing. Ashley took time to explain the whole process, explained why it is better than waxing and was very friendly and talkative the whole appointment. Her room is very clean and has lots of light. I never understand how I people work with low lights for beauty treatments. Pricing is great and booking is easy. I highly recommend this business!

Our sugar product is 100% natural and free of harmful chemicals.

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The Wax Diva

5.0(44 reviews)

1.0 mi

Great communication, easy to get an appointment…read more Cute,friendly gal and really knows her stuff She takes the time to make sure everything is done.

Tamara was awesome. She's super patient and thorough. She's also great at keeping the convo going…read moreto keep your mind on other things :)

The Wax Diva (formerly Gimme some skin) has been keeping all genders smooth, sexy & hair free since 2001. LGBT welcome! All are welcome .

Perfect Brow Shaping...

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Mixed Esthetics

5.0(30 reviews)

1.0 mi

I came back to see Ashley again! I've officially had a microdermabrasion and derma-planing session…read moreand I'm in love! My results are so amazing and I love my new skin. Ashley exfoliates my skin, extract my pimples, removes the fuzz and old dead skin. She continues to help and teach me how to take care of my skin and I am so grateful for her knowledge.

Let me just say Ashley is a gift from god! So gentle, so professional and so effortlessly done. The…read morebest experience I've had BY FAR! Getting a Brazilian Wax can be nerve wracking and scary but she made it too easy. I will be back for another lovely experience :)

Leg wax

Lash Lift

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Chest wax

European Wax Center

3.5(193 reviews)

0.3 mi

I originally made a reservation here for my wax service on the app on Sunday, it went thru just…read morefine as they were able to book me a slot for Monday at 1:15 PM. Monday morning came, I got a call from Mission Valley location, I thought it was just a reminder call so I did not pick up, but as I checked the voicemail, I was told I had been cancelled because they did not have a trained male specialist. Well, I called back and asked what I could do because I'm on a schedule so I need stuffs to be done, I wish they could transfer my appointment to another location, unfortunately I had to do it by myself, so yeah I wish the app could let me know instead of letting me book without knowing, yeah anyway I hope they would have at least one male specialist here in the future, now I have to make a bunch of phone calls to rebook

Been looking for them for 40mins. I am going home. Could not get ahold of anyone on the phone and…read moreno one in the mall knows where they relocated!

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Le Wax Boutique

4.6(443 reviews)

2.0 mi•North Park

A great spot! Very glad its close to my work :) i always feel taken cared of and everyone is so…read morenice and friendly !

I came in to get sugared after not waxing for 10 years. I'm currently pregnant so I can't get laser…read morehair removal anymore and my hormones made my hair grow back. I was waxed by Sierra and she was so sweet! The process took maybe 5-10 minutes if that and was so painless. Highly recommend!

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Love Sugaring

5.0(183 reviews)

2.0 mi

Love my appointments with Melanie! Every appointment feels like a catch up session with one of my…read moregirlfriends. I always feel comfortable and relaxed even though it's typically an uncomfortable situation. Melanie is great at what she does, I always leave feeling smooth and hairless! Because I've kept up with sugaring for several years, I have the flexibility to schedule my appointments 7-8 weeks apart since the hair growth is less frequent; sugaring works! Her pricing is also very fair and doesn't break my bank. If you've ever considered sugaring, I highly recommend coming to Love Sugaring!

Melanie is incredible! This is my second time getting waxed by her (second time ever too) and I…read morecouldn't be happier with my experience. She makes things so comfortable and does an excellent job with the sugaring itself. She's wonderful to talk to and I will absolutely be coming back as a regular just because of how amazing she makes this experience.

0.8 mi•University Heights

Love Sugaring Suite

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Sugar Kiss

4.9(69 reviews)

Taylor is hands-down the best. I've been seeing her for over five years, and she's the only person…read moreI trust with my eyebrows -- truly a master of her craft. She knows exactly how to shape them in a way that flatters my face and makes me feel confident every time I walk out of her studio. Her space is always spotless, welcoming, and calming -- you can tell she puts real care into every detail. Beyond her talent, Taylor has been such a steady, positive presence in my life over the years. Appointments with her are as good for the soul as they are for the brows. If you're looking for someone skilled, consistent, and genuinely kind, Taylor is it.

Sarah is the only person I trust!!! I have been coming to her salon for years. Efficient, clean…read moreand precise!!

She.e.o.

Leg Sugar

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Gimme some sugar

Karpusha Beauty

4.8(28 reviews)

1.0 mi

Yana and Victoria did an amazing job on my eyebrow lamination and shaping! They were very…read moreprofessional and detail-oriented, making sure every hair was perfectly in place. I hadn't done my brows in 4 months, so they needed some work -- and the results turned out so clean and natural. The studio is beautiful, clean, and easy to access with plenty of parking. So happy with my brows, thank you!

I really wanted to love this place. I decided to give it a try because of all the positive reviews…read moreand Instagram reels I had been seeing, and I went in with high expectations. I will say that the salon itself was very clean, organized, and welcoming. The seating was extremely comfortable, and my lash tech was courteous and attentive. She even offered me a drink, which I thought was a nice touch. Overall, the atmosphere and customer service were pleasant. During my appointment, the lash tech mentioned that my natural lashes were thin and offered to sell me a lash serum. I completely understand that my lashes are thin--that is actually one of the main reasons I get lash extensions in the first place. However, what caught me off guard was when she told me, "Your lashes are very thin, and I don't think I can do lash extensions next time." I have been getting lash extensions for the past 20 years and, in all that time, I have never been told by a lash technician that I would no longer be able to get extensions simply because my natural lashes were thin. I understand that lash health is important and that a technician may have concerns about the condition of someone's natural lashes, but the way this was presented left me feeling discouraged and confused. Perhaps there was a genuine concern about the health of my lashes, and if so, I would have appreciated a more thorough explanation and guidance about what specifically she was seeing and why she felt extensions might not be appropriate going forward. Instead, the comment felt a little surprising, especially after being offered a lash serum because of the thinness of my lashes. Overall, the salon was beautiful, clean, comfortable, and the lash tech was very courteous. I truly wanted this experience to be a great one, which is why I was disappointed that I left feeling uncertain about returning. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, because the salon has many positive qualities--I just think better communication and explanation regarding concerns about a client's natural lashes would make the experience much better.

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Joelle M.

10 years ago

I used to go to the Pretty Kitty religiously every 6 weeks for the first year they were open at this location. ( I was even asked to be part of training once and got a free brazillian, woohoo!) I stopped going about 8 months ago because I decided it was finally time to try lazer. After 6 super painful sessions I have less hair but still wasn't bald as anyone who has tried lazer knows. So after shaving for a couple months I decided to get waxed again. I will have to admit that I was worried about the pain and even more worried when i walked in that none of the faces looked familiar (I don't know why I was expecting a welcome back party, LOL ). Well all of my worries were put to rest when the wax started! My waxer (soo sorry I can't remember her name but she said she was the manager ) was professional, funny and made the wax almost painless. I swear, ALMOST painless! Way less painful than lazer and I walked out with no hair :) I probably won't need to come in every 6 weeks anymore but when I do need to get waxed I will only go to the pretty Kitty. read more

Tabitha M.

4 years ago

All the girls are great here! I don't have one I schedule with all the time because I've never had a poor experience with any of the waxers. I had Lashay (sorry if I'm misspelling your name!) last time and she was awesome! They are friendly, quick, and have a technique that makes the waxing experience as painless as can be. Don't be the girl I used to be and only wax during summer or for an upcoming vacation or event and shave in between! I continued to go and my bikini line barely grows back in AND takes a while to grow back...unlike shaving, which not only comes back so quickly, at least for me, but you also have the razor bumps, ingrown hairs, etc. The girls there told me about the dry brush to exfoliate and that has also been a game changer! They also charge a fair price, in comparison to other waxing salons. read more

maria l.

1 year ago

I've been going to the Pretty Kitty for many years different locations. Mission Valley is not close to home but the service was good. Lately it hasn't been the same and not meeting it's expectations. Especially for the increase in price the ladies I've had lately are rushing and no touch up or caring to check the work. I've had different outcome with the ending results. Just wish it would go back to customer care and taking time to check areas. Maybe next time will be better. I'll give another shot and go from there. read more

Lauren M.

7 years ago

I looked pretty extensively on Yelp to find a good business for my first Brazilian. I trusted the reviews here and booked an appt with Courtney.....and she went beyond expectation! Very nice and made you instantly comfortable but also straight shooter when she tells you the process of how it's going to go down; which I truly appreciated (b/c there's no need to hype up getting an intense waxing down there!) Point is, go here: It's clean, they're experienced in what they're doing, and ask for Courtney. read more

Cam D.

546

12 years ago

The fear of getting my private parts waxed is definitely overwhelming. My mom is a manicurist but she also does waxing; and I had her waxed me once.... Well that was awkward. I came to visit my girlfriend in Mission and we decided to get a wax. Pretty Kitty is amazing!!! The salon was clean and tidy. The girls who work there are nice too. The waxing experience was not so bad, although it did hurt. I will definitely reach out to other areas near LA for my next appointment!!! read more

BJ G.

8 months ago

I absolutely love this place! I've had the pleasure of seeing almost everyone here, and I truly can't say enough great things about my experiences. From the moment you walk in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere instantly makes you feel comfortable and at ease. Thank you to all the amazing ladies at The Pretty Kitty for consistently providing such a wonderful experience! read more

Claudia H.

6 years ago

I've been getting Brazilians for years now and I'm always a little nervous going to a new place but I really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere at The Pretty Kitty. Also, Destanie hooked me up! She was fast and knew what she was doing while also maintaining great conversation. I can tell she's gonna be my girl from now on. I'll be seeing y'all soon! read more

Claudia B.

8 years ago

Pretty Kitty FTW!!! I love getting all my waxing needs taken care of at Pretty Kitty! My gal, Jessica, rocks! She does a fine job on my goodies and she keeps the conversation interesting. She knows what she's doing in the wax room and keeps me 'in-the-know' of hip and current affairs! Thank you, Jessica@PKMV! read more

Nora R.

6 years ago

I had an appointment with esthecian Destiny. She was very friendly, and quick! I have been to this location 3x so far. She has been the best esthecian I've had there. Will definitely book with her next 6 weeks. read more

Melissa G.

8 years ago

They are the Lamborghini of waxing.... super high end waxing salon, great costumer service. Be on time to your appointment and they will treat you like the queen you are!!! read more

Donna T.

9 years ago

My first time here! I was made to feel comfortable and relaxed. Thank you for all your kindness, and helping me to relax.....I will be back

Veronica M.

5 years ago

Every time I come here they always do a good job. Good customer service and never run late with appointment.

Dulce T.

10 years ago

I don't think I could've had a better first experience will definitely be going back!

Maria C.

5 years ago

Love this place great service, I recommend it. Shakira and Jackie were great. Thanks! read more

Autumn B.

7 years ago

always nice and reasonably priced

April G.

120

11 years ago

Great job on my pretty kitty!

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