I've been coming to Cocoon Day Spa Oakland for a couple years and have consistently received…read moreexcellent service. Extremely sad Kelly left, but Ashley V. has more than filled her shoes. Dermaplaning was gentle and thorough and the Nourishing Facial (with the most luxurious massages) was amazing. Highly recommend! Tip: Seasonal packages are 20% off and worth the up front cost if you can swing it.

I visited Cocoon Day Spa in Rockridge for a model lash lift service and it was a great experience…read more I believe the aesthetician was Susannah and she was training someone new (although I forgot their name unfortunately). The service was thorough and I thought they took their time to make sure my lashes looked nice. I will say I did expect a little more information on the different steps during the service or some aftercare instructions. Regardless, I was happy with my lash lift and the results were better than expected. While I have visited this spa for occasional massages and facials in the past, I'd consider returning for lash services in the future. Customer service was friendly and attentive and the spa is cozy and modern. The check in and check out process was easy and efficient. The location is convenient and easy to find. There is street parking available but this can vary depending on when you go. Alternatively, you can also park on a nearby street and walk over. Overall, a solid spa with plenty of services and spa treatments. Worth visiting if you're nearby.

Couldn't have been more pleased with my experience here. The staff were wonderful, the environment…read morewas inviting and the service was excellent. I needed a wax for an upcoming trip and refused to go back to the "chain" wax establishment. On a whim I booked the service here as I LOVED the name and the price point! Best decision. The wax was explained to me, the technique was as painless as a wax can be and I felt extremely comfortable with the esthetician. Oh and the ceiling art while getting my service was lovely!

I absolutely adore the Yoni Temple! I've been coming here for a little over a year now and I can…read morehonestly say that this has been the best waxing salon that I've ever been to. The salon is bright and inviting and the staff is incredible. I'm always greeted by Elliott's big smile and super charm. She is always so sweet and I love chatting with her in the waiting room. Shymell is an absolute doll and one hell of a waxer! I've been seeing Shymell since last October and every experience has been wonderful. Of course this isn't a painless experience, but Shymell makes the environment really comfortable and quick. Shymell is so fun and easy to talk to. It really feels like I'm chatting with an old friend during our sessions. She is clean, thorough and articulate. In the past, I've found that previous waxers have left quite a bit of hair from time to time. Nothing will ever be perfect and there will always been fine hairs left behind, but Shymell makes sure that there is virtually no hair left. I love that the salon carries many of the products that are used as well as other trinkets like greeting cards. You might be able to find cheaper prices elsewhere for the same services, but you won't find this kind of high quality service and care anywhere else. Ashley and her team have done a swell job with this waxing studio. I'm so grateful to have them around. Thank you for all that you do!

Post chemo, my hair, eyebrows, and eyelashes are in the process of growing back. I felt like I…read moreneeded some help with making my brows look fuller. Based on the reviews here, I decided to come in for an eyebrow tint, plus I requested eyebrow mapping, to help even them out. First off, I have to say the space itself is so fun and welcoming. I loved the color scheme. You really feel like you're treating yourself to something special. I'm extremely happy with how my brows look! The color and shape are perfect. As someone that doesn't wear makeup, I was relieved that they look so natural. It's exactly what I needed to help feel a bit better about how I look during this phase of hair regrowth.

I've been going to Bleu Honey Beauty Bar for Brazilian and underarm sugaring, and let me just say,…read morethis place is an absolute gem! Ivory is my go-to, and she is simply the BEST. Not only is she incredibly skilled and thorough with her technique, but she also makes the entire experience feel so relaxed and fun (yes, even when you're getting sugared!). From the moment you walk in, the space feels clean, welcoming, and super cute. The ladies always offer a drink or something while you wait for your service. The décor is chic and cozy, and you can immediately tell that every detail was thought through with care. It doesn't feel like a spa, it feels like a little boutique where self-care is taken seriously. Ivory is quick but meticulous, making sure you're comfortable the entire time. She's also incredibly knowledgeable about skincare and always shares personalized tips to help maintain results between appointments. I really appreciate how she goes beyond just the service itself--she genuinely cares about her clients' long-term skin health. Another thing I love is that Bleu Honey carries fantastic aftercare products right in the studio. I've picked up exfoliators and moisturizers that have seriously helped reduce ingrowns and kept my skin soft, smooth, and bump-free. It's such a thoughtful touch that they offer high-quality products that actually work, so you can keep your results looking fresh at home. I always leave feeling refreshed, confident, and cared for. If you're on the fence about booking, DO IT. You (and your skin) will be so glad you did

I went to at least 3 other folks before Wild Femme, and I agree that Sarah does the best lash…read morelift!! My lashes look amazing for weeks. I recommend her very highly.

Sarah is a thoughtful, caring, and skilled professional through and through. She is a small biz…read morethat really thinks about great service for her clients. She makes you feel comfortable and helps you achieve whatever you're looking for! The website is easy to use to book appointments. The studio is clean and minimalist.

Yung Ai is the best. My daughter came to get a wax here and we were amazed at the outcome. Great…read moreservice and wonderful to see how the natural ingredients do the work without any harmful chemicals. Sugaring is my new thing and will be back to try more of her hair removal techniques. She is the best !

I found Sugar Sanctuary about a month ago on Yelp and I was really excited based on the other…read morereviews I read about how great Yung Ai is. I felt relieved thinking I might have found a good place I can be a regular at with good service and treatment. I booked an appt online for 10:15 AM for my first visit, scheduled time off from work around it, and got the confirmation. About a day before the appt, Yung Ai asked if I could come in at 10 AM instead. Then morning of, she asked if I could come actually at 10:15 AM instead to better fit with another client. So after the back and forth, the time was set for 10:15. I arrived around 10:10 AM after some confusion as to where to enter. I looked at all the doors and in the parking lot and wasn't super clear. I checked Yelp again and saw that the entrance was supposed to be in the salon but the doors were not open. Turns out, I was there before the salon was even open so I was just standing outside waiting. I contacted Yung Ai saying I was here and waiting outside, unsure of how to get in. I got a call from her about 10 minutes later saying she was running late because it was daughter's first day of school and that time is important so she would credit me a free service and that she would arrive in about half an hour. Since I had come all the way, had the appt booked, and already spent time waiting, I decided to just wait and do the service today. Another woman who had an appt after me arrived and was also waiting. Yung Ai finally arrived and I got seen about an hour after my original appt time, having to once again, reschedule my work schedule. Yung Ai was very kind and easy to talk to. The sugaring process itself seemed to go well, nothing notable to say here, other than it did take some time. She mentioned she would check up on me after the appointment to see how I was doing since it was my first time. I asked if she could apply the free credit today as we had discussed but she changed what she originally said on the phone and said she would give it to me on my next visit and that she would not forget me. I paid and left, and then the next woman got seen, who also was waiting quite a while. The next day I saw that my skin had a reaction to the sugaring and had white patches. Yung Ai did not end up contacting me to check up on me even though I had mentioned I was concerned about a reaction to the sugar. Ultimately, I do not think I will be back due to: 1. the sugar doesn't seem to work for my skin 2. she didn't follow through on her words of the credit and checking up on me which was misleading 3. timeliness/honoring our appt time I contacted her asking if she could refund my visit since my skin did not react well and she had originally promised to credit me, but I did not receive a response. I'd reiterate she was kind and I believe she did a good job so as long as your skin reacts okay to the sugar and you don't mind waiting around until her schedule fits, this may be a good option for you. I was really hoping that this would be my place but sadly this won't be the case.

I've been seeing Alexandra for years now and I cannot believe I've never written a review. I had my…read morefirst facial in my mid-twenties, and now almost five decades later I've been getting regular facials no matter where I lived or where I traveled. Bottom line: I know quality. Alex is amazing. She is a true healer. Her potions and lotions smell fantastic, are pure and truly make a difference. She has a range of tools and techniques for whatever your skin needs. Put yourself in her capable hands and drift into bliss. If you can, splurge for the 90 min Belizean Rain.

Alexandra's Muse hosted part of my bachelorette party and I'm incredibly grateful for this…read more Definitely one of the highlights throughout my whole wedding experience. Alexandra (the owner and esthetician) and her colleague, Kari (the massage therapist) were both so thorough, gentle, and attuned to what my friends and I wanted and needed for our facials and massages. They took such good care of us in a way that I can't put into words. Did I also mention how they closed down their whole shop and provided drinks and snacks for all of us for the day? They really went above and beyond--not only in the services they offered but also their overall hospitality.

I had the pleasure of meeting Trish today for a brow and Brazilian wax. I know what you're…read morethinking--"pleasure" and "wax" shouldn't be in the same sentence--but believe me when I say this was the gentlest waxing experience I've ever had. I didn't flinch even once. As for my brows, I usually do them myself since I have pretty good ones and don't need to do much. However, Trish completely transformed my brows. She waxed, trimmed, and plucked a few stray hairs, giving my brows a complete revamp. Trish has earned a new loyal client!

I have been going to EWC for many years and this location has become my spot for at least the past…read more5 years! I get a few of the same services each time and the staff is the best here. I want to gatekeep this location lol. Friendly staff, the manager here is amazing. Services are quick and painless as can be for waxing lol. Waxers are great at what they do, i truly love this location!

I usually go to the lakeshore location since I live closer to that area but today I tried out the…read moreRockridge location and had a great experience. Booked a Brazilian wax with a random person and turns out it was great. Davi did my wax and she was efficient and the results came out great. Definitely recommend her if you're checking out this location.

Went there for the first time and got lower legs waxed. When I got home, I noticed several long my…read morehairs still on my knees and legs. Not hard to shave off, but not something I would pay $70 for again if I still have to go back and check everything. Changed my review to slightly higher after they responded informing me of their free touch up policy. That being said, I still don't have time to be returning for touch ups when the initial appointment was hard enough for me to fit in.