Frequently in Columbus on business. Always looking for local gems. This is one of THEY SHADE MATCH makeup (custom), and it's GLORIOUS. I had them mix in sunscreen plus green tint to neutralize a little bit of red. Have told countless LOCALS about it. read more

This is probably the only foundation that does not break out my sensitive skin. My aesthetician actually recommended it years ago.

I ordered a refill on my custom foundation at noon on a Friday. Saturday morning my custom order was delivered to my front porch in Granville, Ohio. How did you make that Magic happen? Wow !! Impressive customer service. read more

I was so so disappointed by my experience here. Everyone on yelp seemed to love this place so I decided to treat myself to a manicure and pedicure after I completed this looming project I had to do. That's right, I had been waiting for this spa date. Fantasizing about it when I needed a little motivation. yea... Everyone was really kind and I loved that my meter was paid for by the salon during my visit. I was, however, concerned about the cleanliness of the materials used. The items looked used before; when I inquired I was told that they were disinfect-able. It still kind of freaked me out, though. I mean, those things looked worn! For the money that clients are charged, I expected a little more. And (the worst part)...I was not given a "wet manicure". Apparently, the manicure does not include a soaking of any kind. Just a polish. Seriously? I can polish my own nails. Why would I go to a spa and sign up for a manicure and only get a polish. My cuticles still look as sad as they did before the "manicure". :( Also, I asked if the salon did gel polish and was told yes but then was charged an extra $40 without any kind of warning. Perhaps I should have known that this service was extra but I hadn't had it before and I told my service person this... I just think she should have informed me of the price difference. I mean, the gel polishes were right next to the regular nail polishes. There was no warning or any notice of certain polishes being extra. The pedicure was very basic. Lots of products, a little massaging and no buffing (as was stated on the website). Perhaps I'm crazy, but I expect some epic scrubbing when I'm paying over $60 just for the pedicure, alone. There was no buffing of my nails and very little scrubbing/buffing of my feet. I also didn't like that I could see the behind-the-scenes stuff. I'm know I sound like a snob but, I dunno, I expect spa visits to be an experience. The physical environment, especially when I'm paying over 100 for a mani & pedi, should be pristine. Instead, there were bottles and jars with gunk all over them around the area I was sitting in. The area where pedicures and manicures are done is right near the front door, right in the hustle & bustle of everything-- not relaxing. The chair I sat in seemed seemed outdated and made excessive inflation/deflation noises during the "pulsations" (if that's what you want to call it). There was no heat in the chair. The staff, although EXTREMELY kind, engaged in non-work related conversation in front of me, which didn't seem very relaxation/client oriented. Finally, on the website (http://www.mukhaspa.com/services/nail.asp) it says that if you get both a manicure and a pedicure that you get a complimentary paraffin dip for the your hands. Yea, that didn't happen. No explanation, no apology, no replacement treat-- just straight swindled. :( I would not recommend getting a manicure and pedicure here. read more

Listen, kids, because your girl Christiana has something to tell you. That tan I have? The one that you all can't believe how great it looks? It's fake. I KNOW. I'm only telling you this because I trust you (and it'll just stay between us, right?). Go to Mukha. They'll start by giving you a drink and letting you sit on a super comfy tranquil fainting couch. Then you'll find out they participate in Small Business Beanstalk so you won't ven have to pay full price for services. I know!!! Nicole will give you a spray tan and it won't be nearly as weird as that episode of Friends when Ross gets a spray tan. It's not like that at all! Nicole will make sure you're the same color everywhere and that it looks natural and normal and NO ONE WILL KNOW (unless you tell them, obvs). It's still a tiny bit odd (to get a tan this way), but I will take a little odd for the ability to go tan to a wedding with so little effort on my part. read more

I had my wedding makeup done by Sierra, and I was really pleased! I was a bit hesitant after the trial and during the wedding day application, because I'm not used to professional (heavy) makeup, but Sierra was able to tone everything down to a level I was comfortable with. She also did a great job with my family. This place seems like a great spa for a range of services, and if I lived here, I'd come back! read more

I don't even know where to begin...how about: LOVE!!!!! (and at the beginning of course) Story time - My very first experience with Mukha was the first year I was a fashion model for Highball Halloween. Megan was doing my makeup and she said something to me I will never forget. She asked, "Who does your eyebrows?" At the time my eyebrows were being done at a salon where I used to work, so I launched some big history-of-my-eyebrows story about my great eyebrows like Megan was actually complimenting me. Well, that wasn't the case. Her next statement: "You need to come see ME." (followed by a description of how my brows could be better) *sinking feeling* I have bad eyebrows?! It can't be! In the same conversation she also told me that tall people tend to not have very symmetrical features and I am really lucky I am not all lopsided. (still trying to figure that out, but I am fairly certain it was a compliment) A few weeks later I took her advice and Megan has been doing my eyebrows for the past two years. She helped me grow out my overly groomed eyebrows with regular visits and in no time I had eyebrows fit for a photo shoot. But it's not just the eyebrow waxing that makes me love Mukha. It's the fact that the second time I walked in the door they remembered who I was and called me by name. It's the things the owner says to me to make my day. It's the custom lip tint they donated to a goodie bag for my birthday party. It's the little things that make me proud to patronize such an amazing small business with a great owner and employees. I was lucky enough to be a costume model for my second Highball Halloween and can't even begin to describe the makeup that was done to transform me from human to The White Rabbit (Alice In Wonderland). But, I will share that it took 2 hours and lots and lots of white makeup. Oversharing: I had a chemical peel done several months ago. Let me tell you, it changed my life. Not only did it give me an indicator to the damage done to my skin over the years but it really taught me some tough lessons about the way I view myself. The peel was one of the most physically painful things I have ever endured, but the outcome is beyond worth it. The personalized attention and care I received after the peel went above and beyond. I was given personal cell phone numbers and instructed to keep the staff updated on my progress and invited to call in the middle of the night if I required assistance with the healing process. The outcome of my peel is evidence that everyone should get one on an annual basis despite the pain. The skill, the passion, the intensity, the knowledge and the personality of a visit to Mukha are what keep me going back time and time again. read more

Tim did my make up for my wedding and my lord I looked amazing. I looked natural and like myself only 20 time better. I had an outdoor reception and it was 97 degrees outside and my make up never budged. You will seriously cry when you have to go back to your regular self after Tim does your make up. I also now buy their custom make up...again it is amazing stuff! read more

Love it love it. Small spa that makes their own high-quality products and make-up! The staff is super friendly and I've been there twice already with an appointment set for another facial. My first visit was with a girlfriend for ther 30th Birthday party. There were about 8 of us and they gave us a great deal to either get make-up application or a mini-facial. Most of us got the make-up done to get dolled up for dinner but they made our visit with them pleasant and comfortable. read more

After reading the reviews, I decided to give Mukha a try. Let me just say this, it was hands down the best facial experience I have ever had. I was so relaxed, and rejuvenated when I was done, it was the perfect way to end a work week. I can't wait to go back and also purchase customized make up. read more

Megan was referred by my mother-in-law to do my wedding day makeup. I'd never had airbrushed makeup, and I don't typically wear a lot of makeup, so I was a little nervous! Megan was absolutely wonderful. We did a "test run," and Megan proved her amazing talents! The makeup feels so light, and you you look absolutely flawless with it. Plus, she's just awesome to work with. She was always available for questions/wedding-day scheduling convos, etc. I even booked pre-wedding wax with her, too, and my brows looked the best they've ever looked in my life. Day-of, Megan came to our wedding venue to do my makeup, and some bridesmaids and moms. She listened to everyone's skin needs/requests, made everyone feel super comfortable, and of course, they all looked stunning. I can't say enough wonderful things about the makeup used, and Megan's talents. Thank you SO much, Megan, for making me (and my bridal party!) look and feel amazing on the big day! read more

I first visited this place in early October to get a spray tan for my wedding. A friend of mine recommended me to Mukha and they did an excellent job. I am not the type to be out in the sun much in the summer time, but I needed to become somewhat of a 'bronze goddess' to look good in my dress for the wedding. For what I paid for it, I will be more than happy to go back there again! I would highly recommend Mukha! The staff was wonderful and very friendly! read more

Wow. Talk about the "total package." This spa meets custom cosmetics meets mani-pedi shop is really something. My first stop in was for the Yelp Meet the Owner event and when I walked in the door, I was struck by how pretty the space is. The style and layout and warm colors are very inviting. The staff and owners are super friendly and welcoming. On my second stop in, for the massage I had scheduled at the event, everyone made me feel comfortable. I don't know if you've ever had a massage or not, but there is something about getting mostly nakey in a place other than the home that is innately uncomfortable so their kindness was much appreciated. I received my massage from Alan, who is a master of finding and easing trigger points. I can say that, 2 days later, my muscles feel looser than they have in ages. I have another appointment scheduled for next Monday to have a nice little mani-pedi time, and after my last experience, I'm super excited to return. read more

Mukha is TOP NOTCH! I recently had the pleasure of having a facial with Jenny. The hour was pure nirvana, and after just one session my skin is so much better. Jenny was so wonderful with the massage and was excellent at the application of the products. I had never had a facial before and was kind of nervous about it, but Jenny's presence was such that she just put me right at ease. I can't being to say enough good about her. If you have a moment's hesitation in thinking of whether to schedule a facial with Jenny, come see me. I'll drag you there to make the appointment. You need it! You'll love it! read more

Forget spending time browsing make up at your big cosmetic department stores stop by Muhka and have the staff help you customize any product to your need and satisfaction. I got my customized brow shadow made here and can't live without it. read more

We called to get in touch with Mr. Tim Maurer, and we got to speak with two people seperately because one of them hung up on us. We didn't feel comfortable with sharing with them sensitive and business information that was meant for Mr. Maurer. However they kept on insisting and pressing, throwing one service after another and never letting us finish. It was reminiscent of a sibling fight, not a spa being contacted for an inquiry. There was a severe lack of customer service and from experience in this field, this should have been handled differently. read more

I had problem with acne and after reading reviews on Yelp, I decided to give this place a try to do chemical peeling. The staffs were really courteous and friendly. The atmosphere is really relaxing. However the chemical peeling treatment they have for acne problem was a total joke. Basically what the beautician did was: cleaned my face, put a chemical peeling cream on my face, waited for 10 minutes, came back, washed my face, and that was all. It was a joke because for a $15 treatment I had to spend $97, and that wasn't included tips. I feel so cheated.. and after the treatment my face didn't become better or anything.. So there goes my $100+ money :( read more

I'm a spa-junkie and this place is a gem compared to the prefabricated, commercialized and suburbia-like spas around town. I'm all about all-natural and since Mario Tricoci closed down unexpectedly at Easton, I had to find a new place for facials and make-up. My aesthetician Nicole is a cutie-pie and very good. She's gentle, detailed-oriented and knows exactly how to make you feel relaxed during a waxing, spray-tanning, or facial session. I've gone to her for all 3 services and she really knows her stuff. Also, she blends mineral make-up for you too which matches my skin tone perfectly. What's even better about this place is the location because it sits in between Zen-Cha tea salon and Nida's Thai on High. So if you're thirsty or hungry in between make-up sessions, you can get your fill next door! read more

Hands down the best spa experience my family has ever enjoyed. I purchase gift certificates for every holiday, everyone is knocked off their socks! Products and services are NY with mid-west price. Easily the best Columbus has to offer. Must try! read more

These chaps are the bees knees.. Here to help you fellas w STELLAR gifts that'll catch your loved ones off guard when you present them with a unique and thoughtful gift from here!,.. All kinds of things women want that we don't know about lol.. Just come in and let the staff know you're clueless (like me) and they'll set you up with a perfect gift read more

Tim did an amazing job on my make up for my wedding day. Damon also did my hair and I loved it. I felt beautiful all day. Not only did they do a great job, but they also had several recommendations for nails, facials, blow outs, etc. They are both professional, talented, helpful and great at what they do. read more

hands down the best place ever! I am still trying to find a place like Mukha out at Portland, OR ever since I moved away from Columbus 3 yrs ago! I used to have standing monthly appointment w/ Tim, the owner, for facial & Kent for massage... Tim was the one kept my face look perfect all the time.. and Kent was the one got my knots out & maintained my ability to walk! Worth every penny!!! I am tempted to move back to Columbus just so I can be close to them! read more

All the staff is friendly and attentive. Great atmosphere, products, and product knowledge. Custom cosmetics, according to my girlfriend, are the best. I have to admit, I now use their facial cream and it is the best I have tried, and I have tried many since I have sensitive skin. read more

I had my first ever extraction session at Mukha with Colleen and it was awesome! She was very knowledgeable with the whole breaking out thing and she was also good at what she was doing. I've done so many extractions in my life and all of them were just painful to me but the one Colleen did for me was almost painless - I was amazed. I felt like she genuinely cared about my skin condition as well since my face was really red and sensitive after the extraction and she gave me a free trial of lactic acid mask to help my face tone down some of the redness (I didn't even request for it!). Before I left, she also gave me a sample of vitamin B moisturizer because she felt that it suits my over-drying skin during winter. It was a great first experience at Mukha and I'm definitely coming back for my future facials. read more

I love Mukha. Megan is pure magic! I have been getting facials from Megan for a few years now and I am so glad that I found her! When we fist moved to Columbus, I went to a couple of other spas and was disappointed with the service; after several recommendations, I booked an appointment at Mukha and never looked back! The thing that is so great about Megan is that she really CARES about how you are going to look and feel after you leave. She is always recommending (and giving free samples!) of treatments that she thinks I could benefit from. And I don't know how to stress enough that I feel like she does this because she really has your best interest at heart and that is has nothing to do with making extra service sales. It is like going to a friend who has all of these great toys to play dress up with. Also, the Mukha products that I have used are amazing. The sunblock is unlike anything that I have ever used! As a pale girl, I had just learned to accept that when I went to the beach, my face would get burned no matter how much sunscreen I used. The Mukha sunblock is impenetrable and I can go for hours in the sun with it on without the slightest trace of pink. I also use the facewash and moisturizer.. it is all such amazing stuff! We are so lucky to have such an incredible spa in the Short North and I really cannot say enough about how wonderful it is! read more

I cannot begin to tell you how amazing these people are. I am forever in debt to them making me feel more confident in my skin. I've told Tim that I would follow him off a cliff and I mean it.. Do whatever he tells you! His energy and passion for making peoples' lives better is beyond words amazing. Mukha will forever be my place of choice for skin treatments and makeup. Their custom cream to powder has changed my life -- my face always feels light, glowing, and balanced. I recommend this wonderful place to everyone. You will not only be a client, you become part of their family. read more

This is still the only place in Columbus for skin care. The service is still amazing. I just had a deep tissue massage from Alan, and Tim did my peel. Total professionalism and class all around. Don't even bother going anywhere else, they have defined the experience. read more

I was a devoted client of Mukha for years. For everything from Spray tan, make-up to massages, they are absolutely the best. Moved to New York a year ago and I still haven't found a replacement that compares! read more

Had my first visit at Mukha for a facial and spray tan before my daughter's wedding. Loved everything about it--staff, atmosphere and results were great. Colleen (? Sorry I'm terrible with names) was great about explaining everything in a friendly, knowledgable manner. I recently had a skin cancer biopsy on my shoulder that was still healing and she came up with a great approach for making sure the spray tan looked good in that spot. I'll definitely be back! read more

Mukha!! Wow, the best thing that has happen to Columbus Ohio........... The service is top notch as well as the staff!! I would recommend you check it out for yourself. The experience is refreshing and rewarded. I can not wait until my next visit!! read more

Excellent experience! The makeup is exceptional...I will never go back to department store makeup again. Also, Alex gives a fantastic facial. The atmosphere is quiet but fun. Tim Maurer is a true artist. I won't go anywhere else! read more

I went here on my birthday for a mani-pedi. Prior to the visit, I read your reviews on here and this is why I chose it. You were correct, this is a terrific salon. A/C was just right, not too cold. No smell of acrylics because they don't do this. Very relaxing, sophisticated, quiet. Just what I wanted. Phyllis did the work and she is a very sweet woman. Parking is not too bad, meters but they do take a c/c. read more

Have been going here for years and have never had a bad experience. Amazing massages, facials and pedis. Furthermore, they were generous enough to let us haves spa day to raise money for cerebral palsy. Everyone enjoyed their services and had a great time. So thankful for an amazing spa in the short north! read more

The facials here are awesome! Alex is so good at skin care. My face feels amazing after being cleansed, masqued, waxed and moisturized by her. My hands, arms and decolletage were massaged too. All in a warm, relaxing and quiet place. What could be better after a long workday? The staff is very accommodating and fun too. And their products are great too. My favorite is Solar Shield, which I now wear daily to protect my aging skin. Thanks for all you do to keep me looking good! read more

I'm in Ohio for a few weeks and was in need of a facial. I ALWAYS check Yelp reviews before trying a new place. Most of the reviews named Tim or Megan. When I called to make my appointment the receptionist was extremely friendly knowledgable of all their products and services. Cierra was very patient with all of my questioning!! I was disappointed to hear Tim and Megan were both booked into the new year but she assured me Alex was as equally as good and trained under Tim the owner for nearly a year. I was greeted with a friendly smile and a very warm welcoming! The salon is very chic modern decor and intimate. Alex greeted with a friendly smile and I thought OMG she's like 19 should I leave! WELL to my surprise she shocked me!! She was VERY knowledgeable about skin care and skin care products. Mukha offers their own skin care line and she educated me on the products but didn't force it down my throat! The facial and the neck/arm massage were amazing! The products are all organic smelled so good pumpkin sage cinnamon etc. I wanted to lick my mask..lol. I do want to purchase their astringent for blemishes from Mukha's skin care line but they were out but they offer free shipping so stay tuned for my review on that product. Alex was AMAZING was VERY impressed with her knowledge and my facial!! read more

I love this place so much! I had my makeup done for my wedding 2.5 years ago (absolutely fantastic), and occasionally have received gifts from here from my mother as I no longer live in Columbus. During a trip home, I visited the salon for my custom foundation (light, blends well and makes my skin look nearly flawless) and my esthetician recommended a few products to help clear my skin up. My skin began breaking up around 18 months ago and I have tried everything, and I mean everything to clear it up. In less than two weeks their toner and moisturizer, my skin cleared up completely and has stay that way for the past few months (hopefully much longer). Tim and Sanito are great, as are the other members of the staff I've worked with. I can't recommend them enough. read more

This is a lovely little oasis in the short north. I went recently because I bought the microderabrasian favoroo and also scheduled a manicure with Phyllis there. She was amazing - great conversation with all sorts of fun beauty and nail tips. It was the best mani I have ever had - she was very detailed and did top quality work. It was not very expensive at all. On par or less than what I have paid else where and it lasted a full week! Quality! read more

Great place for relaxing. The staff is very friendly. I will definitely going back.

I heard about mukha from a friend who had been in a lot of weddings in Columbus. She told me I HAD to hire Tim, so I tried, but he was already booked. Instead I got Megan, and she was SO amazing! My trial was so fun, and I felt amazing. I had never used airbrush before, so I was a little nervous, but it felt like nothing on my face, and it looked fantastic. The day of it looked just as good! I will also say that my bridal party consisted of a lot of different kinds of faces. My maid of honor is obsessed with makeup, and normally likes it better when she does her own, but she LOVED hers. One of my sisters-in-law never ever wears makeup and she felt comfortable and loved the way she looked. We had pale redheads to dark Persians, and everyone looked amazing and felt amazing. We all looked like ourselves too, which I loved. The makeup stayed on all day, and I was probably crying for 50% of it, and it looks so beautiful in pictures. I cannot wait for the next time I need professional makeup in Columbus. I loved this experience so much!! They were also really professional and sweet in my hotel room when we got ready, which was great because you don't want to spend the day with annoying people, haha. I also did the bridal package at mukha. My facial, brow tint, and spray tan were all amazing and I really felt like a celebrity. I looked like me, but just like a glowing amazing version of me. My massage wasn't great, but I didn't feel like I wasted money on it. I also had a wonderful time working with Sanito over email with all of my scheduling. They really made me feel like the most important bride they had, and I know they had a million in and out of there, and I am so glad they were a part of my wedding experience. I am so excited to continue these services with mukha spa. I can't recommend them enough and I am so glad to have them in Columbus and my life! read more

I've been coming to Mukha for waxing since the beginning of the year. The decor is very inviting and the staff always looks well-put together and professional. I've seen a few people here - Megan, Rebecca - because it can be hard to get an appointment that works for you if you don't book well ahead of time, and I have liked all of them. They are obviously experienced, make the client feel comfortable, and do a good job. I have to say that Tim, who I have only met today, is my favorite! He has a lot of personality, is direct but not mean, and gives a lot of good tips to subtly transform your look for a big impact. I loved the advice he gave for my eyebrows, and I think tailored, unique advice is generally missing from the beauty industry. Even when I specifically ask hair stylists for advice about framing, they usually don't have much to say. I think Tim has a good eye and isn't shy to tell you what he thinks will work best to make the most of your raw material. He gave me some product samples for my skin, a nice touch that I appreciate. Will definitely ask for him again for any brow, skin care, or make-up consultation services. Like I said, I think you'll get a good quality result from most staff members, I just personally think Tim has great insights about aesthetics and wants people to look their best, without being unrealistic about what "best" is for them. read more