I am 51. I have been getting waxed here since I was in my 20's. Emma is the best in the business. Hands down. Best, fastest and most inexpensive Brazilian wax in the city. Go and tip her WELL she deserves it. She is a treasure. read more

Have been my eyebrows waxed every month since 2007. I will use again next month.the waxing is done expertly. I will always do this business. Hope you enjoy your visit. read more

Amazing no frills $35 cash brazilian. Quick, painless, meticulous, lasting results! Very strong three generations of women running the place. If you're looking for a spa-like experience, don't come here but if you want a simple, clean experience, and really good results this is the place! read more

There is nothing I can say about Emma that hasn't already been said in all the other 4 and 5 star reviews here. Here's the deal: face and body waxing procedures are NEVER pleasant, and for some areas it's extra not pleasant. But if you're ready to handle a grown-up procedure like a grown-up, you can't find better than Emma at ANY price, and you can't find her prices with her professionalism and results anywhere. Also, Emma is an absolute doll. She might have a few rules and quirks, but to me those just make her more interesting and endearing, so don't be scared off by the haters. read more

Emma is truly the perfect blend of tough and sweet. She will tell you when you done f**ked up, but then she will give you the most efficient and thorough wax of your life. This is the best place to treat your bikini area in the city! read more

Top tier! They are meticulous to detail and exceed my expectations each and every time I go. Try the whole body dip experience one time if you despise hair and they don't disappoint. read more

I couldn't get a more fast and efficient service anywhere else but here, everyone is very sweet and I'm always recognized when I get my routinely Brazilian and eyebrow wax read more

Ladies, looking for a cheap & fast no frills place to get your nether regions waxed? This is your place. It's $35, you're in & out in about 5 to 10 minutes. Emma, the main waxer (and lately the only one I've seen there) gets right down to business sending you off into one of the two waxing rooms in the back. This place has the appearance of a old, run down nail salon although I've never actually seen anyone in there getting their nails done. Yes as other reviewers mentioned, there is an older woman who sits watching her soap operas, and does nothing more than buzz you into the place and accept your credit card payment. If you're looking to be coddled during your wax, and asked if everything is ok, if you're ready before they begin ripping away, and would like some privacy while getting dressed/undressed, this is not the place for you. I suggest you go to a higher end salon, and pay twice as much. Does Emma do the best waxing job I've ever seen, no, but she is certainly not the worst. Is there often wax left over when you're done, yes. But who cares, it's only $35 ladies! Plus who wants small talk when getting waxed? I say get right down to business, so I can get back on with my day! read more

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I have literally been going to this salon since I was a teen...the 80's!! Emma, Natasha & Momma are 3 generations of women entrepreneurs who are also immigrants and have built a wonderful business. Years ago it was full service mani-pedi & waxing services, now the full focus is on waxing and when I say they're THE BEST, they're the best! I can get a full Brazilian in less than 10 minutes...My husband doesn't even have time to find parking!!! I lived in the Suburbs for 2 decades and still made my way here & it's closer now that I'm back in the city . I've referred many people here over the years and they always ask about the salon and say, they've yet to come across a salon that's better at what they do! Bless your life & make a trip! read more

This was by far my WORST waxing experience. The older lady with the black short cut waxed me and she used CLEAR DUCT TAPE TO WAX MY VAGINA! Once I said something to her she said " I'm the best at what I do and it works " she didn't even give me a full Brazilian. I asked her about the butt part and she said she already did it and proceeded to tell me to lay on my stomach. If she already did it then why did she said she couldn't do it with me laying on my stomach? This was my second time at this salon and I will NEVER be back. I get waxed all the time and this was the worst most painful humiliating experience ever! read more

This 3 generation family and women owned salon is amazing. I currently live out of state and still make the trip. They are fast, efficient, affordable and SKILLED! Where else can you double park, walk in for a bikini wax and walk back out in 5 minutes? No where! I've been coming here for over 10 years and I would never go anywhere else. They are masters of their craft - and make you feel at ease in what may otherwise feel awkward and uncomfortable. read more

My go-to whenever I need a wax - can't rave about it more - it's extremely affordable, crazy quick, you barely ever have to wait and, most importantly, no hairs left behind!!! I absolutely love this place read more

SCAM STAY AWAY! Their site says $5 for nasal waxing, came in, got a lousy wax that missed a ton of hair, and then she demanded $20! I showed her on their own website where it said $5 and she said it was a "mistake" and that they had to charge more. Never coming back 0/10. read more

Does the job and keeps it moving! Ema, is hands down a tough lady and can get your intimate parts whipped to shape. Will continue to make the commute here, so worth it and the price is the best. This is why I tip heavy cause they are really underpriced for the service they offer. Great job! read more

This is my new favorite of any of the wax salons I have been to. My old salon charge me over $200 for a full body wax. International Salon's price is almost half for the same service. I'm a frequent salon-goer, and I was happy to find this little spot close to me. Good: - Open Tuesday- Saturday. - They use chocolate sensitive skin wax and ultra sensitive Aloe Green Wax. - Brazilian wax: $35. - Full Body wax: $120. - Natasha is very friendly and personable. - Emma, the owner, is very quick. - Strategic location. Eh: - Usually, the salon is completely packed with people in the afternoon and on Saturdays. - The salon is dated and need to be refurbished. - Perhaps a deep cleaning would be great. Four Yelps. read more

updating: I had Emma for the first time. Dark short-hair and glasses. She didn't duct tape me, thank God although I'm certain it would feel the same. And she was fast. And usually people take forever with me. But she literally took under ten minutes. And this is day 2 and I'm not bruised. No ingrown hairs (but obviously I used Tend Skin and cleaned myself up, and used antibiotic cream as well). I seriously, don't have a problem with this place. I mean for $35 less than 10 mins I'll take it. Everywhere else I've gone is at least $50 and you're there agonizing for 30 mins. And I've never had to wait. I just can't hate. I do wish they were a little more warmer. It would make you really love them, ya know? But something tells me they're not looking for our love. read more

Emma is the Kobe Bryant Michael Jordan of waxing. I've been a loyal client to someone and they got sick this week and I really wanted a wax before my vacation. I feel bad cheating on my regular waxer but I don't think I can ever go to anyone again besides Emma. Price was great! No appointments necessary just go. They may be closed Sunday and Monday don't recall. read more

I'm a guy and came here for the second time, love how quick and efficient she is. Also convenient that they do walk-ins.

YES and YES. Came here at the recommendation of a friend. I never had a Brazilian before but decided to go around my 40th birthday for a big trip that I was hell-bent wearing a thong. When you come here be prepared to handle your business and move on. If you're looking for frills and a spa like experience this ain't it. I came in and was asked what service I was receiving. I said a Brazilian. I was told to go to a room. I was hella nervous and told Emma it was my first time. She gave me instruction on how to spread my legs and I was embarrassed because I had no idea what I was doing. But she was patient. After the first few rips (or whatever you call the pulling of the hair) I think I saw A bit of my soul leave!! LOL. After the 3rd or 4th rip I thought OMG how will I cope with getting the rest done? But guess what? She said finished! And I was like what? I could not believe she was done so quickly! I came back 6 weeks later obviously with far less hair. I barely flinched! just know if you get a Brazilian for the first time and have a big bush like I did there's no chance in hell that it won't be a bit painful. But this place is soooooooo worth it!! read more

I once thought it'd be a good idea to wax my armpits. I know, ewwww. But whatever, I have clean armpits, so it's not that bad. Anyway, years before the discovery of Yelp, I relied on a friend's recommendation and went to International Salon. I couldn't even get all the way through the door when a stern Russian woman with huge black hair grabbed my hand and pulled me inside. Halo. Vut vuud you like today? I'm not shy by any means, but I was a little intimidated by her demeanor. It definitely wasn't one of those soothing spa environments with sounds of the rain forest. Anyway, I agree to follow her to the back room where she instructs me to lay on the bed. I do as I'm told, I take of my shirt (cue the sexy music), and observe her as she piles wax onto a tongue depressor. From the stick to my armpit, the Russian spreads burning hot wax over my sad, little hairs. I take a deep breath. Vut are you doing? Me: I'm getting ready. Oh! No no no, not ready yet. She then tears a piece of DUCT TAPE, sticks it over the wax and counts: VUN, TWO, THREE. She tears away. I see white light and then I don't remember much more, except for the fact that I never again stepped foot inside International Salon and never again waxed my armpits. read more

Trust the negative reviews here, not the positive ones. First of all, fair's fair: I went to see both Emma and Natasha six times. I believe I got Emma four times and Natasha twice. The biggest seller was the price: cheap, cheap, cheap. Also, fast, especially with Emma. Six or seven minutes and you're done. This isn't necessarily a good thing. The very first time, I got charged more because I was apparently a hairy beast. I didn't think I was that bad, but according to Emma, my crotch was a disgrace. I was bruised in several places, and it was a little patchy, but this being my first wax, I took that to be par for the course. I went back every five weeks, I think it might have been only four a couple of the times. The waxes just got worse after the first one. Large patches would be left. There was no attention to detail, at all. At the risk of being too graphic, I'd end up with a long tuft on a labia because she'd miss it two sessions in a row. Really? Come on. I don't mind having to tweezer a few strays but that's just ridiculous. It's also not a full Brazilian. If you insist on having your butt done, you're in for a bitter look and less-than-stellar performance. I don't bruise easily, and my skin isn't particularly sensitive, but every single time, I've walked out of here with severe bruising, patches of raw skin where they've waxed the same area two or three swipes at a time, too much remaining hair, and condescension. To everyone who says it's part of the culture, that's BS, as any Russian/Pole/Ukrainian can tell you: they can choose to be as rude or polite as they want, and they choose not to go out of their way. I won't say they were ever rude, rather than extremely blunt, but they could certainly be a little more polite. I think I got a little more affection just because I'm one of "them." I always tipped $15, in the hopes of getting better service in the future. That never happened. From a purely hygienic point of view, this place isn't. The floors aren't very clean, but more importantly they don't replace sticks between clients, and the same stick goes into the same wax until it's too caked up. Don't count on getting a new stick until Emma deems a new stick necessary. There's a communal jar of Vaseline with pubes in it, no exaggeration. I told her no thank you, and she looked at me as if I was acting like a princess. For now, my search for a good wax in Philly continues. All I can say is that there are just too many strikes against this place, and the last thing I want to do is put myself at risk for herpes for a "bargain basement" wax that isn't even thorough. Go once, if you have to; get it out of your system. Then do what I do, and keep looking. read more

I broke up with Emma; it was an abusive relationship & I wanted out. I thought I was happy. I thought her services were good. I was fooling myself. "No frills" should not mean physical abuse. She used duct tape on me. Duct. Tape. My friend actually fainted after her horrifying service. The women talk on the phone while waxing, which is maybe they forget what a Brazilian waxing actually is... Ingrown hairs, bruising, raw skin & stray hairs are the markings of a poor wax. Also, no sex for 24 hours is only a rule at International, based on their irritating wax techniques. I pay $35 for superior service elsewhere. read more

This used to be my go-to place for a Brazilian wax. Unfortunately, my tolerance for this place has become unbearable. I was drawn in by the affordability - $35 is super cheap for a wax. For years, I put up with Emma's annoyed attitude - sorry if I, a paying customer, was interrupting her daily soap opera viewing. It's not like she's at work to...well, work or anything. Despite the fact that I would oftentimes leave with wax still in places where there shouldn't be wax, I sucked it up because of the price. I always tried to go in at times when they wouldn't be busy, for fear they would be even less pleasant than usual. I always hoped Natasha would be the one waxing me, as she is at least friendly and will make conversation with you (even if she's also speaking to her mother in the other room at the same time). However, my last experience was the icing on the cake. Emma told me to go wait in the back room. So, I de-robed and was on the waxing table just waiting...and waiting. Two (not one, but two) other customers accidentally came into the room and saw my everything. Apparently, Emma forgot I was in there and was telling other customers to go into the room. Now I'm not a shy girl at all, but come on...forgetting you have a client within a few minutes of speaking to them?! Unacceptable. The level of unprofessionalism here has been enough to send me elsewhere for my waxing needs. Sure, it might cost me more, but at least I'll be treated like a human being. read more

Emma is RUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You would think she was offering her services for FREE with the slick sh-t that comes out of her mouth!!! First went to International a few years ago for bikini waxes with my friend. Some of the ignorant comments we heard were,"Ugh, how can your boyfriend STAND to look at you THIS WAY???" "You really need to take all of THIS off.... it's so unsanitary!!" "Don't you feel so much CLEANER now?" All this as she ripped the hot wax away mercilessly, almost like she got some type of SICK pleasure out of it!! Just a fair warning, Emma will not GO SLOW. If you're a first-timer, you'd better try another salon!!! She has no time for wimps. Emma will let you know how in demand she is, and tell you you're holding her up!!! Well, I hate to admit it, but I still go to Emma. At $35, it's the cheapest and fastest bikini wax I've ever had, and it IS over pretty quickly. The worst part about it is when you're done getting waxed, Emma has you put your own Vasoline on your crotch out of a communal Vaseline jar that I'm pretty sure is infectious. LOL I usually bring my own Bikini Zone or Tend Skin with me. Two stars, even though her ATTITUDE deserves a one. Her waxing, though, is the best I've had. read more

This salon proudly announces that fact that it was named by some magazine the best place to get a Brazilian Bikini Wax in Philadelphia. Yes, the wax is very cheap at only $35. Yes, Emma is a talented waxer. But what they do not tell you is that she is borderline rude. On my last visit, I came early (10:10am because they open at 10) to avoid any lines. Alas, Emma was not there. I sat to wait and 20 minutes later, she comes meandering in with breakfast. After being notified that I was there for a wax she nods at me and sits down and proceeds to leisurely eat her breakfast. Only after her mother (and co-owner) commented to her in Russian (I assume this is what she said lol) that she should take care of me since I had been waiting, did she send me to the back to prepare. Then, after she was done and I was getting ready to leave she had the nerve to tell me that I could move faster. Yea. Whatever. I had a few choice words that I would have liked to utter, but I didn't. That being said, she is quite skilled and if you don't mind being rushed in and the no-frills atmosphere, then definitely visit. I have a love hate relationship with this place. But really, who can resist a $35 wax? I'll give this place four stars just for the value. But the service.... definitely lacking but what can you expect for the price. read more

You can pretty much get the picture from reading the other reviews. Emma certainly considers herself to be a pro, and I guess I buy into that. If you want a cheap, fast, flawless wax, she'll give it to you. But be prepared to have your lady parts hanging out there. My first trip to International Salon kinda felt like the first time I saw the Vagina Monologues, in that it totally changed my attitude toward my cooch. With Emma, the philosophy is that it's a piece of anatomy about to have the pubes ripped off it, not a secret to be whispered about and hidden under little towels for privacy. She offered some advice about products to use, but I've had better results with TendSkin than I had with the powder she recommended, and it's a lot less likely to get all over your underwear. I'm sure she's gonna be pissed when she reads this, cuz she gave me a whole earful about Yelp, but the one thing I have to admit is it did not feel like the cleanest place in the world. I'm not saying her supplies were unsanitary, but I didn't even really want to take off my shoes. A little sweep and a mop never hurt anybody. But as long as she keeps offering a $35 kickass wax that I don't need to make an appointment for, I guess I can wear socks. read more

I was lured in by great reviews and disappointed both times I went. Maybe it was because I had the daughter not the mother. It was not a great wax and it was at the bottom of the stairs in this vestibule. While I was getting my biz-niz done, the mom came down the stairs and got something out of storage. I mean I get that you are getting a bikini wax but how about you keep the traffic to a minimum. But I went again, figuring it was a fluke. My second wax was BAD. I mean I had to shave a few days later. I think she was pissed about something personal because she was pretty mean. Then when I went to pay, the grandma tried to shame me into tipping. Um, I received bad service from a rude person who I am pretty sure owns the salon. And you are coercing me to tip? Raise your prices if you want to get more money. I will not be back. read more

No Appointments 1. Walk in (they're closed Sun-Mon and Tuesday is hectic for them... it's nice to come in right after work as they're open till 6PM!) 2. Ask for wax -you may be told the wait is about 20 minutes 3. Sit in the back 4. Pet the chihuahua 5. Wait for Emma or Natasha to tell you to go in the room 6. Get asked if you're Russian.... I'm not... but I've been to Kiev where Emma's from 7. and $35 later you're done! Amazingly fast and practically painless. NOT HALF BAD.... although, Brazillian to me means toosh as well... I think she might have skipped that part read more

How to get a Brazilian wax at International Salon 1. Show up after 11am. The salon opens at 10am, but Emma and Natasha are usually not there until later. If it gets too late, their mother will take pity on you and call them to find out where they are. 2. Just walk straight to the back and take a seat. There's no need to explain to anyone why you're here, they all know. Just smile, pat the Chihuahua, and wait your turn. 3. When it's your turn, very quickly get into your room, undress from waist down, sit on the bed with your feet towards the pot of wax, and either wait no time at all or upwards of 10min. There are 3 rooms, two upstairs and one in the basement. Emma uses the upstairs and Natasha uses the basement. They typically like a high turnover, so they'll be in the room before you can get your pants off - and they don't knock. If they're not there immediately, then they're taking a break and won't get to you for about 10min. It's OK, relax and enjoy the smell of the delicious chocolaty wax. The basement also houses the pedicure area, so don't be alarmed if you hear people in the next room. 4. Get waxed. Emma gets most of the love on Yelp, but I personally prefer Natasha. She does just as well as her mother, but I find her to be much more personable. The wax will be over in 5 minutes - no lie. Also, get your butt moving asap, otherwise you will be told to hurry up! 5. Pay Unless Emma deems you to be a hairy monster (and she'll tell you), the price is $35. You go out and pay her mother. They accept credit cards and I've always used one. Just remember to say how much tip you'd like added onto the bill. 6. Upkeep. Emma will give you a very strict regimen to follow, especially if it's your first time: Neosporin, Cortisone, and Caldesene powder. I don't like using powder, so I don't follow this regimen. I use Neosporin the first day, while I'm still feeling a bit raw, and then I use Tend Skin everyday to keep the ingrowns away. You can pick up some Tend Skin around the corner in Sephora, and it's worth every penny. Oh and NEVER SHAVE. Emma will know if you have and you will get yelled at (which almost hurts as much as the wax will after shaving). Additional Remarks The International Salon is a Godsend. I love that I can get a cheap, well-done wax without making appointments weeks in advance. I also love the no-nonsense, and often rude attitutes of Emma and Natasha. It's all part of the experience. Unfortunately, now that I work 6 days a week, I find their hours far too restrictive. I would kill for them to add just one late night a week or open for a few hours on Sunday - even just one Sunday a month! Are you listening, Emma? I know you read Yelp! read more

OKAY, JUST TO CLEAR THINGS UP, THEY "DO" USE DUCK TAPE!! THEY'VE USED DUCK TAPE ON ME AT LEAST TWICE. I THINK MORE HAIR DOWN THERE CALLS FOR THIS. BUT IN THE EVENT THAT YOU DON'T WANT THEM TO USE DUCK TAPE, SIMPLY ASK THEM NOT TO. WHAT'S THE BIG DEAL? Okay, now for my review. This is the only place I've been to for my Brazilian waxing, so there's nothing to really compare it to, however, the fact that I haven't stopped going says a lot. I'm not one to stick around and continue to give my business to someone that I don't feel deserves it. My first time was horrifying. I took an Advil about an hour before I went...which apparently was a big NO NO. I saw Emma and she wasn't at all patient with me...which was good and bad. I mean sure, it would have been nice to have been babied through the entire experience, but in that case, I would have been there all day asking her to "give me a few minutes" to catch my breath every time she did one rip!! You'll get used to it if you continue to go. DO NOT SHAVE in between visits. The pain that this causes is unbelievable! I now request Natasha when I go here. She's a little more personable and does more of a thorough job in my opinion. I think so much hype is on Emma that she rushes through her clients because there's always going to be someone else waiting on her. Natasha takes her time...a little. She won't baby you, but she won't offend you either. All and all, I try to go on days I know Natasha will be there, but in the event she isn't. I'll see Emma. I just need to swallow my pride before I walk into that room. read more

If you are looking for a fast, rough, embarrassing waxing experience that will leave you completely bewildered - this is the place for you! I gave this place the old college try - returning almost 6 times. The service was terrible, but I didn't mind because of the incredibly low price point. The quality was meh - patches of wax, hair, and baby powder would be found for days after. I thought I could handle the low bar in these areas ... but my latest experience was just too traumatic for me to ever return. I was splayed on the table, mid-wax, when the door to my room opened. To my horror, Emma walked in, leaving the door open behind her. Natasha and Emma had an extended conversation about their lunch plans over my hoo-ha. Absolutely horrific. Furthermore, I went home to find that entire patches of my skin had been ripped off, while other patches had full length tufts of hair. What the heck! This is not okay and it is painful. I was completely outraged and embarrassed at this experience and my hoo-ha and I will be finding a new place to wax. I suggest you do the same. read more

Re-reading my review from a year ago, it makes me sad that things I am all done with the International. There was a time when I thought their service and price point was unique. But not today! The hospitality and convenience has suffered. There are not too many places where, as a regular customer, you are told you have to pay in cash, don't come on Tuesdays, and if it's been more than 6 or so weeks of growth the price goes UP! It is difficult enough to keep a smile while you throw your legs in the air and have a good bit of pain inflicted on your most sensitive parts... makes it harder to have the salon staff provide service with a bitter disposition and often yelling through the rooms in Russian. I have lost my love for the International, and moved on. See other reviews of same date. read more

Emma is a godsend. No-nonsense being the name of the game her economical brazilians are quick, relatively painless (well, quick), ethnically informed, and extremely well priced. Consider Toppers - $62 minimum for waxing as an "experience." Honestly, I don't want to sit in a cushy well-furnished waiting room with a glass of citrus-infused water for a half hour to "relax" in preparation for someone slathering hot wax all over my crotch. Just DO IT and let me forget about it as soon as possible. That being the case, Emma is just what the doctor ordered. And notice I say Emma. It's all about Emma. And also the neosporin baby powder anti-itch cream regiment. That too. read more

I recently had to end my relationship with International. I started to get really anxious and put off not going when I really needed a wax. Yes, I have coarse hair. Yes, I'm a baby when it comes to pain ... but this started to hurt more and more. So ... I decided to try somewhere else and it was pretty painless. You know as painless as those things can be. The point is ... they're abrasive here and ti's painful and the waxes seemed much less thorough than I would have liked. I'm paying the same amount elsewhere for fantastic service. read more

My eyebrows were just butchered. I was plopped down in a chair in the corner and before I could even open my mouth to tell Emma what I wanted she had already slapped a bunch of wax on my forehead. So, I pretty much had to go with it from there. The result was a thin, straight line where I used to have some shape. And all of this took about 45 seconds. I felt like I was cattle being shuffled in and out of the chair in just seconds. I believe in full, well-shaped brows that flatter your face and bone structure. But if you are ok with a thin, generic "arch" then this is the place for you. For $10 you get exactly what you pay for. read more

So my girlfriends and I were looking for a place to get our first brazillian waxes, but were being really cautious. We read I can't even remember how many reviews and then after talking with a few people was suggested here. Nothing but good so we decided to go. WE WERE NOT DISSAPPOINTED! I loved it here. Emma is HISTERICAL! She tells it as it is (like telling me that I was "a real job") but keeps the air light. She goes fast, which I liked, but talked to you and made you laugh (which I thought was impossible when someone was waxing my vag). My only things that I didn't like was that the place was a little dirty. When I walked into the back room the little dog that they have had peed and it needed to be cleaned up while I was standing there. Which was whatever. And then while I was getting waxed sometimes Emma would put the wax on a little too long, it would be a little too cold and pull before she actually put the cloth on. Compared to all the places I looked into this was by far the best price ($35 if you have shorter hair or $40 if its your first time or its been a while), she was the fastest. I will go back for all the times I need a wax. Ps. I got my eyebrows done and have never liked them better. She even told me a trick with my makeup to make them look better. They don't rip you off and do a great job. GO! read more

I've been here twice for brazilian waxes and I had good experiences both times. Like others have mentioned before, though: if you're looking for a spa-like salon, this is not the place for you! I cut a star off because I think they could be a little friendlier, but they've never been outwardly rude to me which is why I kept it at 4 stars. I walked over a few weeks ago and arrived just five minutes before closing, so I wasn't sure if they would take me, but they did! I was told to sit down and while I waited, they had received a call from someone who also wanted to get a wax. They tried to accomodate her by staying open for a little longer, but they ended up not being able to take her because she was too far and it would have taken too long for her to arrive. The whole process is quick and easy. She leads you to the room, turns her back while you take off your pants/undies, and then you get on the table and she just goes for it. They'll ask you if it's your first time, and if it is then they might give you some tips on how to take care your skin afterwards, but for the most part they are no-nonsense! The waxing took about 5 minutes and then you pay at the front. It's $35 but I usually give them $40 for just allowing me to get it over with without sweating too much. In summary, it's fast, inexpensive, and they get the job done! It might seem a little rougher than some other places because they don't baby you, but let's be real - waxes will be a bit painful anywhere you go! But at least their wax smells good and they are good at what they do :) read more

Sorry to divulge on my naughty bits but yes, this place is great for a waxing. Quick is very important and so is being precise., so to find a place that is also affordable is too good to be true. I didn't think the place was dirty or divey. It's just not a glam spa. Seeing repeat customers is always a good sign. The only downside for me is waiting in the room with the nail polish smell. It hurts my head, but then the pain my crotch feels quickly takes my headache away. read more

Emma gives the best Brazilian That I've ever had. I have been coming here since 05, but moved to New Jersey in 07 and tried to find a place locally but alas, nothing. I am not even going to go there, about the 4 places I tried in Jersey. (look for those reviews) Emma is fast and efficient. Other places not so much. However, I am sure to pay Emma the "spa" price because she does a much better job. If your looking for a spa like experience, then keep it moving because this is not the place. If you want a great wax in 10 minutes, then this is your place. All of the other reviews that refer to duct tape, don't believe it. I've never seen duct tape anywhere. I have sensitive skin and the products used here have never caused a reaction. I am a busy mother of two toddlers and Emma just works. I've referred at least 7 friends here and all of them have stuck with her, except one (funny story). I even managed to find a Wax buddy who carpools over with me from Jersey, saves money and time. I am always a happy camper. Be sure to come regularly, every three weeks and eventually you'll bare less pain. read more

Like most of the reviews on this site, I'd heard raves from a few friends about International Salon's brazillian wax. Unfortunately, I had the worst waxing experience of my life at International Salon. Not only is the waxing room filthy and kind of creepy and the staff rude, I wound up having a really horrible skin reaction to the waxing job they did, which put a serious damper on my Florida vacation. The irritation lasted for weeks! I'm sharing my story because I don't want another person to go through the same experience I did. I'm all for inexpensive, but if you're tight on cash, better to just skip the waxing then put your sensitive areas in harms way. Spend the extra $25 and get your wax done some place sanitary that uses better products (blue wax is the best). read more