Humble Bee Sugaring Studio - San Rafael

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2.0 mi

My friend was visiting from out of town and had made an appointment at the Wax Brow Bar. She said…read morethey did her brows when she used to live here. I went with her and was very impressed. The place is on 5th street in San Rafael in the two story building above the Propaganda Museum and next to the Mission Church. It's on the second floor down the hallway. This place is a family business of sisters Alexis,Taylor, and Madeline. My friend had brow dye, brow wax, tweeze and trim done for a flawless natural look. It was so impressive I had my eyebrows waxed too. They used a blue back dye on my friend's brows that was a perfect match to her hair and skin. Her whole process took about thirty minutes. My brow waxing was $30. If you want a modern look and want the best in the business- this is your place. Everything was clean and products used were top notch. This is a wonderful little salon.

This place was great! I was a little hesitant as half my eyebrows are almost non existent, but…read morethey did great! Taylor cleaned them up and the tint gave me a nice full brow! Their office was clean, inviting and smelled wonderful! I would recommend and will definitely return!

Brow design topped off with a feathery trim

Brow design styled with Kelley Baker Brow products

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Lash lift & tint + brow design

Waxing The City

4.6

(22 reviews)

1.9 mi

It's too bad that this place wasn't better run. I made an appointment online a few months back, and…read morewhen I showed up, there was no appointment. Luckily there was one technician there that could take me. The service itself was good, but at the end of it, because I had a first time discount, the technician that worked on me, rang up my charge and mention that I needed to tip on the 'total service', not the discounted price. This money then went into her own bank account through Venmo. All very sketchy and uncomfortable. I never went back. I'm not at all surprised they closed.

Got my full arms and legs waxed. It was not as painful as I expected. It's in the same shopping…read morecomplex as my pilates studio so that's convenient. I will probably book the same technician next time.

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Lucky Bumble

Easy to book and great service! Only my second time to get a spray tan, but I plan to be a repeat…read morecustomer. Tan was light and natural looking, just the way I wanted it for my special event

I recently moved from San Francisco to San Rafael and had to find all my new go-to places. I read a…read morelot of Yelp reviews and people recommended this place. I was skeptical at first, but desperately to get my brows done before my friend's wedding in the next 2 days. So, I reached out to them via Yelp to see if they could get me in that same day since I had a flight to catch the next day and they were very accommodating. I was able to get my eyebrows done that afternoon! The place is very clean and my esthetician, Candis is absolutely a pro and takes her time. On top of that, she patiently listens to what you want and walks you through the process. I'm giving them 5 stars because on top of everything I mentioned above, friends in NYC complimented my brows non-stop. I'm very happy with this place and Candis and looking forward to my next visit!

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Splendor Skin Studio

I was so happy to have found this place! My skin is extremely sensitive and prone to in-growns…read more I've waxed for years, but Sherri introduced me to sugaring.There is a huge improvement of smoothness and softness after sugaring. I absolutely love the results from sugaring; it is all natural made from sugar lemon and water AND WAY LESS PAINFUL!! The growth is much slower because the sugar is able to grab hold of much shorter hair and pull it from the root. It does take longer, but worth the time. Sherri is both skilled and caring; a true professional!

Best facial. My face was glowing for days after. Sherri used all natural products, is very gentle,…read moregives an amazing massage and is happy to answer all questions.

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Twin Sisters Nails & Spa

Really great spot! I got a gel pedicure and it was $50. Massage Chairs, oil, scrub and lotion. Lots…read moreof great colors to choose from too. I'll be back!

They always make my nails nice here, thanks ladies. I really like their services and prices. I hope…read morethey don't change.

Please give us a call to schedule!

Rich red valentine's set

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Come visit us and enjoy a treat.

Soul Beauty by Melissa

I had a lash tint. Zero stinging and fabulous results! Melissa is a sweet heart and patiently…read morehelped me correct my appointment. Lovely vibe and personal service!

I've been working with Melissa for years on my eyebrows. She originally helped me correct the…read moreshape, fullness and color of my brows. It was the first time I had every done permanent makeup. Now I see her yearly to keep the tattoos in shape. She does exceptional work and is extremely talented. I would highly recommend her and she is the ONLY one I would trust for permanent makeup.

Permanent Powder Eyeliners

Happy client with new brows. Signature combo brows Microblading and shading

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Microblading & Shading combo

Marin Sugaring Studio

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0.4 mi

Tesa is super experienced and knowledgeable about her craft. She's quick and efficient and never…read moreleaves my skin irritated. Best sugaring studio I've experienced in Marin.

Tesa was very friendly and Made me feel comfortable. It was my first time with her for sugaring…read moreand it was by far the most painless and time friendly appointment. After 7 months of no wax or sugaring I thought for sure I would be in pain, but nope. Thank you Tesa!

Sweet sugaring -for your best hair removal experience ever.

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Let's Face It Wholistic Skin Care

I first went to Judi many years ago. I really liked my session with her & especially appreciated…read moreher attention to extractions. I subsequently moved and lost track of her for many years. Our paths crossed again and I recently had a facial with her. It was very relaxing, nourishing & calming. Having gone to several skin care professionals in the interim years, I had an even greater appreciation of Judi's skill, knowledge, sensitivity & commitment to using products that she has vetted. I again loved her attention to extractions. My skin felt fresh & clean & looked amazing. Thanks, Judi!

Judi is knowledgeable and gives a wonderfully relaxing facial. Her products are top of the line…read more She has taken time to explain to me issues with my skin and has given me wonderful pointers as to how to better care for it. She has a very gentle touch, and a soothing, nuturing personality. A facial with her is pure heaven, and an hour and a half of total relaxation.

Essensa Provence Active Organics

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Passion Nail & Spa

Locally owned & operated

8 years in business

I love Passion Nail & Spa. Very friendly service, clean and relaxing…read more I have been going here for gel manis and regular pedis for months now. It is easy to schedule, and it is always a pleasure to go. Have told my friends about it as well, and they love it too.

Took my mother‑in‑law here for her very first pedicure. We called last minute on a Sunday, and they…read morewere able to take us right away. We picked a color, sat down, and they got started immediately. The staff were genuinely pleasant, and they did a great job with both of our services. There wasn't a clear menu of options, and a paraffin wax was included by default, which surprised me a bit. The salon itself isn't the "prettiest" I've ever been to, but the service was excellent -- definitely still a 5‑star experience. We'll be back, and I have a feeling my MIL might become a regular. Now to convince her husband to join her next time!

Ask for Amy she's amazing !!!

Valentine's set

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Nude with holo powder ombré, gel on acrylic over natural nail

Cherry Blossom Salon

I am absolutely obsessed with my lashes! Linda is incredibly talented and meticulous with every…read moredetail. She took her time to ensure everything was perfect, and the results are stunning. My lashes look full, beautiful, and natural while still giving that glamorous effect I was hoping for. The application was comfortable, the retention has been amazing, and her attention to detail truly sets her apart. Not only is Linda highly skilled, but she also creates such a relaxing and welcoming experience. If you're looking for flawless lashes done with care and precision, I can't recommend Linda enough!

I have been going to Linda at Cherry Blossom Salon for my eyelash extensions for many years now…read more I hardly have any natural eyelashes and I couldn't be more grateful for Linda's magic! Each time she works on my eyelashes, the outcome is always fantastic! Since I don't particularly like applying eye make-up apart from sometimes a little eyeliner on my lower eyelids, I rely on Linda's miraculous work to liven up my eyes! I have tried other eyelash extension technicians before I discovered Linda, and I can honestly say that she is the BEST! Linda works meticulously! Apart from her exceptional talents, she is also a sincerely kind lady! I am 100% certain that my friends and some acquaintances who I have referred to her, and continue to patronize her, are just as extremely satisfied as I am! Linda is stellar and Cherry Blossom Salon is immaculate!

STRAIGHT FINE HAIR? Linda is a master at cutting and coloring! Been in business over 30 years and it shows!

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Polish Nail Spa

If you're looking for a luxurious, eco friendly manicure or pedicure experience, you'll find it at…read morePolish Nail Spa. They are detail oriented, friendly and attentive and offer a wide array of natural polishes and gels to choose from.

Don't make an appointment cause they don't honor it, it happend to me two times in a row , each…read moretime he just said "sorry " and he looked at me like it was my mistake So there is a lot of other nail places to go to that a cleaner and more up to date

Two weeks out (gel manicure). The French tip on my first finger (right hand) came off after I dug my finger into a hard "vat" of coconut oil

So pretty!

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Pleasant atmosphere, even in the waiting area.

Marlowe

4.6

(197 reviews)

2.1 mi

Rubí gave me one of the best pedicures I've ever had! I highly recommend the California…read morepedicure--it was incredibly relaxing and done with so much care. The Marlowe salon is beautiful, super clean, and organic, which I really appreciate. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and the whole experience felt elevated. I'll definitely be back!"

I'm so disappointed at the pedicure I got here today. I was so looking forward to this after a very…read moredifficult few weeks. Almost no cleanup was done on my feet, the nail shaping was very inconsistent, the massage was very short and below average, and the paint was flooded onto my skin. A big issue here is that the employee used a generic brush rather than the premium brush that came with the bottle - even after I told her I wasn't happy with the brush she pulled out of a bag. She was literally cleaning a different color paint off the brush before sticking it into the bottle I chose, which most definitely altered the color. Even after asking her to clean up the flooded paint on my cuticles it was still quite poorly done. Overall this was my one break after weeks with a newborn at home and it was quite saddening. I unfortunately wouldn't recommend this place :(

Marlowe at Larkspur Landing

Inside the pedicure area at Marlowe. The chairs are comfortable but are not massage chairs.

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Beautiful space

Twin Sisters Nails & Spa

Really great spot! I got a gel pedicure and it was $50. Massage Chairs, oil, scrub and lotion. Lots…read moreof great colors to choose from too. I'll be back!

They always make my nails nice here, thanks ladies. I really like their services and prices. I hope…read morethey don't change.

Please give us a call to schedule!

Rich red valentine's set

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Come visit us and enjoy a treat.

Annie's Nails

The pedicure was really nice. They are nice people and the vibe is pretty nice as well. My issue…read morewith the salon has to do with their pricing and what is offered. As they are new owners, I can understand that they are going to update their flyers and pricing, but the current one they showed me stated that they provide a full pedicure experience with paraffin, scrub and the works. When it was time to pay, I was charged an additional $10 when in reality they should have honored the price they told me verbally. Paying almost $90 for a pedicure with tip was not in my cards and I was certainly not happy about that. I honestly don't see myself going back, as this was really to treat myself for my birthday, but I certainly appreciate the opportunity to visit them.

They did an amazing job and made the whole experience so enjoyable. I really appreciated how they…read moreasked thoughtful questions throughout the service to make sure I was comfortable and happy with each step. Their attention to detail and genuine care made all the difference--I felt truly listened to and valued.

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Full set acrylic by Lynn

Wonder Nails By Anna Nguyen

Anna always does such a wonderful job with my nails. She takes so much care and attention to…read moreachieve literal perfection. Smooth, shiny nails every time! I can not recommend her enough! Once you have nails done by Anna, you won't want to go anywhere else.

There is NO better manicurist than Anna. Her attention to detail gives the BEST pedicure I have…read moreever received!! And she is always kind, caring with a beautiful smile. You will notice the difference in your mani-pedi as she is excellent.

Easter colors

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Tulip Nails

I found Tulip on Yelp, was so close to work I should have found by frequent visits to Habit Burger,…read moresame parking lot. Anyway I was guided by Yelp but with one review I threw caution to the wind . I called ahead same day and was booked immediately for a basic mani pedi! Na the gentle manicurist originally from Vietnam Nam took care of my feet and hands. My cuticles look phenomenal. I opted for clear polish moth fancier due to the requirements of an upcoming photo shoot. I was quoted and paid $65. Clean new interior, fair prices and nice staff. 4 stars instead of 5, I can hardly bare the toxic aromas of women getting acrylic nails. My suggestion is they go more organic and only use gels.

My second time coming to Tulip and I love it!!! First off, the staff are super nice and friendly…read more They were very patient with all my requests, very focused. They do care about customers satisfaction. First time I did acrylic and they did amazing job. 2nd time, I asked for a French. And they did a wonderful job! Their prices are very reasonable. Definitely coming back!

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yana g.

2 years ago

i love humble bee and i loveee ashley!!! i have been coming to ashley for about six months and every visit just feels like catching up with a close friend. i have my brazilian scheduled routinely and ashley is consistent in working quickly, thoroughly and with (a much appreciated) attention to detail. she is always considerate of little things like room temp and making sure that i feel comfortable..plus she is such a joy to talk to that whatever pain i'm enduring feels more manageable (lol!) so if you were looking for the perfect new place for sugaring and/or waxing, then you found it! read more

Shyanne ..

2 years ago

Humble Bee is the seriously the best. They make it so easy to schedule and manage your appointments. The support staff is friendly, proactive, and efficient, considered-style, and I love their services. Sugaring beats shaving in any race. Coming consistently has made all my hair finer and keeps my skin smoother for weeks. They have a smart membership program too. Went to see Ashley again today, she's sweet and super efficient. Thanks Humble Bee! read more

Mayra L.

372

2 years ago

Absolutely LOVED Kristin! I've gotten sugared before, but she made this experience so much better for me in every way! She is extremely friendly, had a positive attitude, made me feel comfortable, and even more she did an amazing job at my Brazilian 20/10 definitely RECOMMEND! read more

Hanna F.

367

2 years ago

Ashley is amazing! I've been coming to her for over a year and each time she is nice, prompt, welcoming, and makes me feel comfortable and at ease. Her studio is in a great location and I've never had an issue finding parking. Highly recommend! read more

Lee Z.

2 years ago

Ashley is the BEST! Clean and well-maintaned place. The sugaring she did was fast, thorough and made me feel very comfortable. I would definitely go back! She is now my go to lady for Sugaring. No weird redness or pain after the treatment. read more

Cindy J.

2 years ago

As a first time getting sugared, Ashley made me feel really comfortable and walked me through every step. She made sure the room temperature was at my like. Thank you for your service! I feel beautiful in all areas. read more

joseph h.

2 years ago

I highly recommend Ashley at Humble Bee. She is very detail oriented, incredibly friendly and knowledgeable in her craft. The location and space is clean and professional. Thanks again Ashley. read more

Emely R.

2 years ago

Kristin was absolutely amazing and super sweet this is my second appointment with her and it went so smooth :) She's the best I highly recommended her vibe is so amazing. read more

Trixie Anne H.

2 years ago

Love Kristin service, it was my first time getting Brazilian in general and she made feel comfortable, offered water and sour candies is the best to help me calm down read more

Ashhh

2 years ago

Ashley from Humble Bee is great! She keeps the flow of the appointment going and pain-free. She's great at her craft and always has a positive attitude! read more

Sarah L.

2 years ago

I had a great sugaring experience here, very thorough and made it as pain free as possible. I will definitely be back. ASHLEY was a great technician. read more

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