I started visiting the UTC Brazilia after my regular esthetician went on a maternity leave. I've…read morebeen going there for several months now & I have had great waxing experiences with Corisa. The front desk staff is also very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this location. The only downside I can think of isn't really their fault, mall parking. You get an hour for free, but then are charged after that. There is no validation. It also gets crazy around big shopping holidays.

Had a great facial here with Leanne today. She is an experienced aesthetician with well over a…read moredecade of experience. Overall a very clean spa, high end products, and no shortcuts seen. I had a facial here with Jesyca before and she was so an amazing aesthetician. Leanne has a gentle hand with extractions, but she is precise and her attention to detail is so appreciated. You only have one face and if you want to take care of it seek her out. The relaxing music, comfortable warmed up bed, a nice massage, and a clean plump face made me so very happy. Overall it was a lovely experience and such a treat to meet such a skilled practitioner like Leanne. Will be back for a facial in a few weeks!

Kelly is super sweet!! I appreciate how patient and kind she is when walking me through the whole…read moreprocess. She makes the whole process virtually painless and creates a safe space when waxing. Thank you Kelly !

This review is LONG overdue…read more I had an amazing first time with Miss Kelly mid 2024. Before Miss Kelly's Brazil Appeal Waxing, I had been to several other salons. I had been going to one of these salons for at least 3 years. Her suite is currently located in the plaza across H-Mart and 24 Hour Fitness off of Balboa Ave in a secured building on the second floor. Her suite is cozy for Miss Kelly, her client, and the equipment she needs. I highly recommend Ms. Kelly and her services - both to those who are sensitive to pain, and even the "veterans" who have learned to "tough it out." Before booking, please take the time to read her website. You will notice that her pricing is higher than the regular waxing/sugaring establishments. This is because she takes her time prepping you and doing the wax itself, which is also why your appointment will be longer (this varies, of course). This is why the pain level is much more tolerable, and makes the price worth it. It has been a while since my first appointment with Ms. Kelly, but I have returned several times since. I unfortunately had to pause my appointments with her, but await the day that I can resume my appointments. Ms. Kelly is a gem and I CANNOT recommend her enough!

Samira is my girl !!! I first started going to her in March and she's my go-to (Brazilian) wax…read moreperson in San Diego. I've been to a few other Brazilian wax places but Samira makes me feel so comfortable in a rather awkward situation. She doesn't force me to rebook immediately which I'm so thankful for. I come in whenever I have an event coming up that requires me to show a lil more skin than usual luls. Her prices are more than fair and we're able to joke and talk as she's waxing me. No other Brazilian place in SD has made me feel the need to write such a wonderful review. I highly recommend her and her studio!

I recently moved to the area and needed to find a new spot for my monthly refresh, so I'm so happy…read moreI came across Samira through Yelp! I went in for a Brazilian and underarm wax, and I'm happy to say both were quick and almost painless. Granted, I'm pretty used to waxing by now, but she really made me feel comfortable throughout the whole appointment. The space itself is nice and cozy, and I was in and out in about 35-40 minutes. I'll definitely be back and am so happy to have found a place this close to home. Booking online was also super easy, which made the whole experience even better.

Thank you so much, Gaby! First time coming here, and it was an amazing experience. So fast &…read morepainless. Will be coming back!

After 4 years, I'm back at Sugar It in San Diego! Gabby was amazing; fast, comfortable, and so…read moreclean ‍

I recently got the European Facial from Harjot and wow! I had been looking for a new spot for a…read moregood, yet affordable, facial close by and this spot did not disappoint. It's ran by a very kind mother & daughter duo. They recently opened this location (about 5 months ago, but their family also has a location in Mira Mesa I believe). It was very clean, calm and smelled good inside. Harjot gave an amazing face massage - one of the best ones I've gotten. My face felt so refreshed and looked healthier in just one visit. Will be trying out the Gold facial for my next visit.

Made an appointment with Parveen day of and told her I trusted whatever she thought was best for…read moreshaping. She did an incredible job of explaining what her goals were and why, then was done in less than 5 minutes. Eyebrows turned out great!

Clean, professional, and quick. Staff was friendly and walked me through everything since it was my…read morefirst time. Booking online was easy and they were on time for my appointment. Room was spotless and they use good hygiene practices. Waxing was as comfortable as it can be -- efficient and minimal discomfort. Prices are a bit higher than some local spots, but you pay for consistency and cleanliness. They don't push products too hard either. Solid place if you want reliable service.

Had a wax done by Emma for the first time. It was noticeably more painful and uncomfortable than…read moreusual. She also left a significant amount of hair behind, which has never been an issue before. Not the friendliest esthetician and I personally would not rebook with her. Upon checkout, the receptionist asked how my appointment went. I gave my honest feedback - it was not that good and described the same as above. She said sorry and in the next sentence asked if I wanted to leave gratuity. Really rubbed me the wrong way.

I've consistently had wonderful experiences at European Wax Center!…read more Robin is the absolute best. She is so kind and caring, always making sure I am comfortable and asks about my personal life. She is super professional, I will never stop coming to her. The entire team is always so kind, welcoming, and attentive from the moment I walk through the door. They genuinely care about providing the best experience possible. I always leave feeling well taken care of. I highly recommend European Wax Center in Mira Mesa to anyone looking for a professional, comfortable, and positive experience!

Brazilian waxing experience with Shardonnay 0/10. I scheduled an appointment with Shardonnay for…read morethe first time because I'm new at San Diego. I read about her before booking the appointment and it said she was the employee with the most time in the company. However, her attitude was tremendously horrible. I have to clarify that I arrived on time to the place, but the girl at the lobby was attending another client and was giving her a full introduction about all the packages and promotions they have, and afterwards she proceeded to charge her for the service she had taken. The receptionist took around five to six minutes doing it, until I had to interrupt her and tell her that I had an appointment at 5:30 pm with Shardonnay. It is at that moment that she notified Shardonnay of my arrival. When Shardonnay received me, she had an extremely negative attitude with me, since from the moment she greeted me, she did not allow me to go to the bathroom (which I needed) and started giving me a lecture about punctuality, without even asking me or asking herself or asking receptionist girl, if I had arrived late or if something had happened at the reception. It was to the point that she was not even able to greet me, but very frustrated about her tight schedule, she basically started scolding me and telling me that the service was not going to be the best because she only had 8 minutes to attend me since she had another client after me and that I "had arrived late"... Now, it is important to clarify that if that had been the case, the place policies give a 8-minute window to the client to arrive and still receive a good service. However, she kept saying that the service wouldn't be the best. At first I stayed quiet, but after she kept literally blaming and scolding me, I told her to do her job, but that I did not agree with her attitude, cause of course she had a very bad attitude cause of her frustration. She kept arguing and arguing until I literally had to tell her "just do your job". Very shamelessly she tried not to attend me because she now felt that I was angry, thing that I did not allow her to do because I did not drive from Chula Vista to Miramar, 30 minutes, for her to cancel my appointment just because she was in a bad mood. I sat down and took my service. She did a Brazilian service in 5 minutes. It hurt a lot, of course, because she was already upset and also in a rush, so she was very rough when pulling the wax. Afterwards she realized her mistake and started apologized, to which I literally responded that she didn't have to, what she did was already done. I only made her aware that I arrived on time, the receptionist took time attending another client, and I paid the price for it. So she can keep the apologies and that for next time she learn the lesson and at least she can greet and say what she have to say in a proper way. Would I go back? ABSOLUTELY NO, and especially not with her. She may have been working there for many years, but her service and customer attention is THE WORST. She could have gained a loyal client, but because of her rudeness she did not.

As a SoCal native familiar with the beauty industry, I can confidently say Threading by Anita is a…read moretrue Clairemont Mesa hidden gem. Anita understands that beautiful brows are an art. She considers the natural length, fullness, arch, symmetry, and facial structure, then shapes every detail with remarkable precision. Her services are expansive, her prices are accessible, and she accepts all forms of payment. This is not simply eyebrow threading. It is mastery of the face, performed by an owner who genuinely knows her craft. Highly recommend. XO, @BillieGarri

This is the only place I trust with my eyebrows now. I used to go to another threading place, but…read moreAneta is so much better. I've never had any issues here with over threading. I usually can just walk in and someone is available or the max I've had to wait is 1 person. Parking can be a little tricky, so I try to go when they first open. Overall, great spot for threading.

I had such an incredible experience at La Di Da Sugaring! I booked a facial with Azure, and I…read morehonestly can't recommend her enough. Azure is one of those rare people who is just as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. She made me feel completely comfortable from the moment I walked in, took the time to assess my skin, and explained everything she was doing throughout the treatment. My skin looks brilliant, radiant, refreshed, and healthier than it has in a long time (early 40s takes its toll!) One of the biggest wins was that she was able to remove a ton of stubborn blackheads that had been bothering me, and my skin feels so much smoother because of it. She also gave me thoughtful, personalized recommendations for my skincare routine going forward without ever making me feel pressured to buy products. The space itself is clean, modern, calming, and with a beautiful view overlooking Balboa Park, which made the entire experience feel even more relaxing. If you're looking for an esthetician who is knowledgeable, genuinely caring, and delivers amazing results, I highly recommend booking with Azure. I'll absolutely be back and will be recommending her to my friends and family!

I had such a great experience with Isabella! My first time getting sugared, I'm 38 weeks pregnant…read moreand she just made me feel so comfortable! Definitely would recommend, and will be back for more!!!

We started to come to Nailscope when it opened a few years back. Since then I've come every 2-3…read moreweeks for a gel pedicure. I've Have had a number of nail techs and honestly all have been good. Recently I've had Jennifer and Kim, and they have both been wonderful!! Kelsey always greets us with a smile and great service. Love that they offer soda or water or coffee (I think they have wine too but I don't drink so I stick with soda or water) Shop is clean and bright. I always look forward to a lovely relaxing experience. Highly recommend Nailoscope.

Do not buy a gift card, they will not honor it. Not sure if it's a scam or a really poor GC system…read more Backstory: My husband bought me a $150 GC for Christmas and when I went to use it in March they couldn't find it in their system, it said it was not a valid gift card. I had not used it, but I also didn't have the original receipt when it was purchased. After some back and forth, they swiped it again and somehow found that card and were able to charge it. I didn't use the entire balance so I saved the GC. I went back to use the remaining balance and surprise surprise they couldn't find it in their system. Again it said it was not a valid gift card. The woman at the front desk insisted this meant that I used all the funds and there was no balance remaining even after explaining what happened prior and asking her to try again. She kept insisting so I asked her to show me the starting balance and charges on it. She couldn't see any transaction only that the card is not valid. She said either the card never had money put onto it (impossible since I used it prior) or I had used the remaining balance (I know for a fact there was money left, I would have thrown the card away if it was empty). The woman at the front desk was very rude and would not try swiping the card again or doing any troubleshooting. This seems like a recurring issue with their system and I'm just out $40 because it's stuck on a gift card that isn't recognized by their system. Very disappointing. I will not be coming back here and recommend others avoid it too.