I'm new to sugaring and waxing so it made a big difference to feel the hospitality and comfort…read more Alexis Gibbs is awesome! I love the treatment and I love the results! I've made it a regular routine. Thanks Sugar Bar University and thank you Alexis!

Was super nervous to try sugaring but Brooke and Taylor have both been SO good. I usually get the…read moreBrazilian service. They always make you feel comfortable and will always warn you when a certain area is more sensitive. They provide counter traction immediately after on your skin to decrease the pain. And overall they are both so sweet and will just strike up a normal conversation. Absolutely LOVE the results, skin always feels so clean and new and refreshed. Also Super easy to make appointments online, studio is clean and their text communication is super response. Highly recommend if you are thinking about trying sugaring!

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Brows and Bushes at Nueve Salon and Spa, and I can't say…read moreenough about how wonderful my experience was with Lisa, who truly made the entire visit exceptional. Booking my appointment was an absolute breeze thanks to their use of Vagaro, an online platform that's so user-friendly I was able to pick a time slot that worked perfectly for my busy schedule in just a few clicks. What I loved even more was discovering the variety of packages they offer, which made it easy to bundle services like brow shaping and waxing at a great value, saving me both time and money. Lisa offers such a wide range of services, from precise eyebrow threading to full-body waxing, and I was blown away by the options available to customize my treatment exactly how I wanted it. Lisa's skills and techniques are excellent. She's clearly a master at her craft, with an attention to detail that left my brows looking perfectly sculpted and my skin feeling smooth and refreshed. Every step of the process showcased her expertise, whether she was shaping my brows with precision or ensuring the waxing was as comfortable as possible, and I could tell she's truly passionate about delivering top-notch results. Beyond her technical abilities, Lisa is incredibly personable and conversational, which made the entire experience feel so warm and welcoming. She took the time to chat with me about my preferences, shared some great tips for maintaining my brows, and kept the conversation light and fun, like catching up with a good friend, which made the time fly by. The location of Brows and Bushes is super convenient, right in a central spot that's easy to get to, and I had no trouble finding parking, which is always a huge plus in a busy area. The business is tucked away in a private room on the second floor of Nueve Salon and Spa, which gives it a cozy, exclusive vibe, though I should note there's no elevator, so you'll need to climb a flight of stairs to get there. The private room itself was clean, comfortable, and perfectly set up for a relaxing experience, and I appreciated how Lisa made it feel like a little oasis despite being part of a larger salon. Overall, my visit to Brows and Bushes was an absolute delight, and Lisa's combination of professionalism, warmth, and skill has made me a loyal client--I can't wait to book my next appointment and try more of her amazing services!

Decided to try a new place for waxing/shaping my eyebrows and I am happy that I found this place…read morethrough yelp! It was also easy to book through the varago? Vargo? app and select the services. Convenient location and great reviews! It's in the same building as the musubi place and you can park on the side of the building - I didn't know there was extra parking besides the ones fronting the businesses. It's upstairs, right next to nueve salon and you can park in unmarked stalls or the ones that are marked for nueve salon. Lisa was so nice and friendly. Also efficient and I liked that she explained what she was going to do before and after. I did eyebrows and full face wax, it was also the first time I waxed my nose hairs lol. I think she also does lamination, lash lifts and permanent brows. Nice clean and comfortable space! Found my new go to wax salon yay!

I think I just found my favorite aesthetician! I am thrilled to share my experience with the Yelp…read morecommunity, particularly the ladies. I had stumbled onto this place from a groupon offered a couple months ago. The price was right. $27 for a full Brazilian wax. Dirt cheap. But we ladies don't just want affordable. We want a place that's hygienic, friendly, convenient, and pretty. Oh and did I mention as painless as possible?? Well look no further. Lynn is the way to go! Smooth Beauty Studio is located in the Connie Gayle Beauty Centre right on the corner of Beretania and McCully opposite the Shell gas station. Easy to find, lots of parking, and sitting in a convenient part of town. If one judged the interior by the way the outside looked, you'd see women fleeing the scene. The blacked out tint and dated wooden building reminds me of an adult toy store. But once you muster up the courage to walk in, everything changes. The Beauty Centre is bright and clean, buzzing with conversation between the hairstylists and customers. White lights enhance the marble floors. Soft blue tones dance with silver metallics that make the place feel bigger than it really is. As I stopped at the reception desk, Lynn had already pegged me as her next client and we hit it off right then and there! She led me into her studio space that is shared amongst the other aestheticians, all working independently from each other. Lynn was professional and comforting, asking the basic questions like "Have you waxed before?" and "When was your last waxing?" She even mentioned that it was important to keep hydrated the couple days before to help the hair removal process. The wax she used was the most gentle I've ever experienced. Brazilians are painful no matter what, but it makes a HUGE difference when the wax grabs the hair properly and the professional removes it cleanly. She told me to inhale, then ripped at the exhale. What a great tip! Throughout the waxing, she spoke to me about her family of five children who have all grown up, her nice husband Pat, and how she used to run her business from home until it got a bit too busy. I can see why! She's professional, comforting, easy to talk to, and very affordable. Because I was SO impressed with the whole experience, I booked my recheck then and there in 4 weeks. Five stars all the way for Smooth Beauty Studio! THANK YOU LYNN!!!

Lynn is absolutely amazing. She goes above and beyond for her customers making sure they're happy…read more I felt so comfortable with her! She was really informative and super sweet. I won't go to anyone else for a Brazilian wax.

Jazmin is fantastic! I have been getting Brazilian waxes with her for 2-3 months now and could not…read morebe happier with the results. She is friendly, professional and makes really thoughtful product suggestions when I have needed them. 10/10 would recommend her and all the staff at The Glow Spot

Yesterday was my first time visiting this location. I found them on Instagram and, to be honest, I…read morewas a little hesitant at first. When I arrived, parking was a bit tricky due to limited spaces but that's pretty normal for Hawaii (ha!). Back on track, my waxer was Jazmin, and she is truly an angel sent from heaven. She's so kind, informative, and kept the conversation going the entire time, which I loved because I hate silence. She also gave me so much helpful information about ingrowns, especially since I'm very prone to them. The hydro jelly was my first time trying it, and now it's officially my favorite! Jazmin is honestly the sweetest waxer, and I highly recommend her to everyone. Even if you're just visiting, stop by for a simple glow and book with Jazmin you won't regret it. See you in 4 weeks!

Women who wax . I've…read morebeen a regular at this location for years. My favorite things about EWC: - great customer service experiences - the Wax Pass program - their convenient, easy, nation-wide booking and pay system. For a while, I was out on the east coast for work and sought some much needed self care. Luckily, I found an EWC in the area and discovered my wax passes could still be applied at any location! #wonderful . Kalani was the most reliable technician who I booked for ages at Kapiolani, but she's moved on. ): Jasmine is now my go-to person and she's just as nice and efficient. Thank you EWC staff for always taking care of me. cheers (:

I have been coming to this center since moving on island and it is one of the best centers I've…read moreever been to. I see Agnes regularly and she is such a great waxer--she is so precise and efficient and so kind. It's so easy to talk to her, even while getting a wax in the sensitive parts. Everyone here is a delight--from the front desk to the waxers. It's truly a great center with such great staff.

Lillian is amazing!!! I could end my review there but don't worry I'll go more into detail!…read more There's plenty of parking which is a huge plus! And it's located on the second floor and you have to go to an intercom thing to ring the place and they buzz you in. It is very secure... not anyone can roam around the second floor which I appreciate! I had my first appointment with her today and she made me feel so comfortable! I started my appointment a little early because she was ready and it maybe took 20 minutes total! This was my first time getting sugaring done for a Brazilian. I've done the at home wax machine but that takes like 2 hours and is the most painful thing ever since you're basically inflicting pain on yourself. I don't know why I didn't start coming here sooner! She makes you feel very comfortable and kind of talks to you while she's doing it so you almost forget what she's doing! Yes it was painful but she makes the whole experience pleasant! I am so excited that my gf told me about this place and to be honest it was quite a peaceful break from my busy work day!

Came here because I was about to go on a trip and my normal wax lady is out on maternity leave. I…read morehad no idea what "sugaring" was, but after reading her website, I decided to give it a try. Also, she had an available spot open for me the next day of being in contact with her! Lillian is awesome! She explained exactly what the process was and what she was doing while "sugaring" me. She said that all the products are made of natural ingredients and that the process of sugaring was less painful than waxing. Supposedly the hair grows back lighter and eventually with some maintenance, it doesn't grow back at all! Also, the TV is up high so you can take your mind off of the task at hand. She gets down! hahaha It can be a little uncomfortable at first but she's good at what she does and tries to make you feel as comfortable as possible by talking to you the whole time. I'm so used to waxing so this sugaring thing, wasn't bad at all. She's still pulling out the hairs, however, it's less stressful on your skin. Also, it's cheaper than most spa's that do brazlian waxing. Can't wait to go back to see her again. Don't let the location fool you. The inside of her studio is private and smells nice too. I had an exceptional experience with Lillian! Can't wait to get sugared again! haha

Got a great hydra facial on my last day visiting! Experience was very calm and did not feel rushed…read morewhatsoever. Cristylin was super attentive. Will be back when I'm in the area!

The only facial I've ever had that my skin looked worse and my stress level went up afterwards…read more In fairness , they did recognize their many mistakes and without me having to ask tried to make up for the poor service and botched execution with free products , services , and gift cards - but I won't be taking the risk of going back.

I had the anti-aging facial at Organic Spa Honolulu, and it was one of the best facials I've ever…read morehad. From the moment I walked in, everything felt calm, clean, and welcoming. My esthetician, Dom, was amazing--super knowledgeable, gentle, and made the whole experience so relaxing. The products used were 100% organic and smelled incredible--fresh, natural, and never overwhelming. The face massage was incredibly soothing, and I could feel the tension just melt away. I left with glowing, hydrated skin, and the best part is... my skin still looks and feels great weeks later! I highly recommend this place if you're looking for high-quality organic skincare and a genuinely relaxing experience. Definitely ask for Dom--you'll be in excellent hands!

Such an incredible first time experience having my first facial done. I've always been nervous to…read morehave one done because my skin is super sensitive and I tend to be very hypochondriac/ anxious to try anything out of fear I'll have a allergic reaction but after reading the reviews about the organic products that are very sensitive skin friendly, and after reading the wonderful reviews about Dominika, i decided to come in and try for the first time and it was the most attentive gentle and wonderful experience. She is incredibly skilled , deeply focused and detail oriented - and very easy to talk to . She was always checking on me and asking if I was okay and she emphasized very kindly if anything was too much or if I wanted to even lower the steam to not hesitate to ask her so the experience would only be enjoyable. She's very easy to talk to about having issues with sensitive skin . I scheduled the appointment very last minute on the same day when I called on the phone to see if she had any possible availability and she kindly said she could squeeze me in at 7:00pm - and when I arrived I asked her a bit last minute if we could add some waxing and she was kind enough to try and accommodate since I was the last appointment of the day and I came a little early - even though I definitely should have scheduled it in advance out of respect to her work flow - I will definitely plan and schedule in advance through the app for next time ! I'm very grateful to have had my first experience with someone so focused, detail oriented- kind and attentive and thoughtful especially as an anxious person with sensitive skin- oh and the products felt and smelled so lovely- they weren't too strong at all for me which is normally the case- they felt so natural and refreshing and had such a lovely feel and scent. Overall physically after the facial my face and eyesight also felt so much better, I could see much more clearly and my head in general felt so much lighter and like my face had lost 10 pounds. Definitely recommend treating yourself and taking care of yourself here!!!

I tried my first eyelash lift. I have monolids, but after…read morethe lift, I got double eyelids, and my eyes look much bigger. It also cuts down on the time I spend on makeup, and my face looks more defined. This small procedure has a really big effect!

After two and a half years of pandemic and early parenthood, I took some time to make myself…read moreartificially better looking a few weeks back, booking my first appointment with microblading expert Gyoungsil Han since 2019. Gyoungsil works out of a small, functional room inside LEEKAJA Hair Bis, the hair salon in the Madang plaza on Wilshire and Western. I've gone to her (and her old partner Lucy, per my previous review) a few times over the years, in two or three different spots, but she seems to have settled here, or has been here, in any case, since before COVID. It's a good spot, and easy to access for customers. The plaza has plentiful garage parking, and I think it's usually free with validation. The entrance is a little confusing, though. I believe it's on Manhattan, and it might only have signs for H Mart. My eyebrows are naturally thin and light, so without significant help, I kind of might as well not have them. Microblading has been a blessing since I first started getting it done in my twenties, and Gyoungsil is my preferred practitioner. I don't know enough about eyebrows to tell her what to do, but every time, she manages to make my brows look just the way I want. She's also great at making the process comfortable and relatively painless, which is not nothing when you're dealing with topical numbing cream and innumerable cuts from a small knife. I probably wouldn't do this if it were a once-a-month thing--it costs $300 before tip (payable through VenMo) and again, it involves a knife on your face--but microblading makes my eyebrows look good for well over a year (and last time, I didn't even bother with the touch-up a month later). I'm grateful that this service exists, and unless my brows stop being sad and wispy, I will remain a loyal Beautyholic customer.

I've been to Sandy twice so far and will continue to keep seeing her…read more The first time I got my eyebrows tweezed and tinted and the second time I got them waxed. She is amazing at what she does and made my eyebrows look 100x better! She even showed me how to draw them in! She's the best! Her space is very cute and easy to get to with street parking . I definitely recommend seeing her!

Just wanted to update my review, I saw Sandy and she was amazing. She's the owner and she is so…read moreknowledgeable and professional, very informative and just such a sweet gal. I highly recommend seeing her.