I have tried many waxing salons (hairy girl problems) and for me, Lay Bare is the best…read more Their place (no matter what branch I visit) is always clean and the way they have set up their work station is also very relaxing; they have separate rooms for each client so you feel secure with your belongings and you don't feel (that) exposed compared to other waxing salons. I also prefer Lay Bare's cold wax over the usual hot wax that the other spas use. I have sensitive skin so there's no burning sensation and it doesn't get irritated with the caramel-like substance that they use. I especially like it when I have my lower legs waxed because I feel like my calves are getting some well-deserved pampering. It feels more like a light massage and less like a waxing session. Every one in the staff is nice, but I always request for Ms. Vicky. We both lived in Abu Dhabi at one point in our lives so we like talking about the place during our waxing sessions. She's very friendly and she does a good job at making the awkward moments (for waxing those private areas) less awkward and the pain more tolerable.

As you may have gleaned from my previous reviews on grooming places and salons, I am not one to…read morefuss over my look. In fact, I don't care much about beauty and grooming regimens, that's why my list of Yelp reviews don't include much of these places, aside from the barber shops that I usually frequent. Given that I don't really preen much, I surprised myself one time by letting my best friend talk me into trying out an eyebrow threading. Though most of my friends say that they like my thick and bushy eyebrows, they can sometimes get out of control and that time, I agreed that I needed to do something about my unibrow. She booked a waxing session, and hooked me up with her favorite eyebrow stylist at this Lay Bare branch. I should say that I have never tried any eyebrow treatments before, and nothing, and I mean NOTHING prepared me for the sheer torture and pain of getting my eyebrows threaded. I'd rather get another tattoo than go through that pain again. It is an intense hybrid of wanting to pee so bad, and having the skin peeled off from my forehead. My eyebrows definitely looked neater, but it felt so raw and painful despite the ate giving me lots of chances to catch my breath. She was very gentle, and she tried very hard not to laugh and take my curses personally. I was a screaming and yelping baby, and I seriously don't understand how girls can put themselves into that kind of pain. Tiis ganda? No, thanks. I'd rather stay ugly. Still, not a lot of guys could say that they have had their eyebrows threaded at some point. I'm not a particularly hairy person, and I'm glad it takes forever for my unibrow to grow. I actually resorted to just shaving it off with a razor.

1st time doing a body scrub and oh wow. The libag that came out was funny LoL. Overall, place was…read moreclean with friendly staff, very helpful with all my questions and the masseuse due knows what she's doing. Gentle yet hard to the touch. The vibe was 8/10. I will definitely come back

Had my 2nd ever back wax here. Since it's so much cheaper here I decided to do it abroad since it…read morecost so much in the States. Clean facility , very nice people, and great prices. I hope this review attracts foreigners because it truly was a good experience. My back wax was like $10. And I left a fat tip because that's cheap. Don't be stingy as a foreigner , we all know how costly this is back home. Leave a fat tip As for the wax it was all nerves for me. I just watch YouTube vids and was on my phone to distract me. Very private, and professional. Give em a visit Beauty is Pain, and this was easy.

I came here with my daughter for laser hair removal, and skin brightening, and we both loved the…read moreexperience! The vibe is super hip and modern, and I really like that it's conveniently located inside the mall. The staff take their time to explain every procedure carefully so you know exactly what to expect, which made us feel very comfortable. Pricing is very competitive compared to other places we checked, which makes it even better. $3K per session. Overall, such a great spot for beauty treatments--I'm definitely coming back and would recommend it to anyone looking for laser services!

We looked for a place near our hotel that offers facials and this place had a 5 star rating. We…read morewere happy and surprised they had space for 5 of us on a short notice. They explain step by step how and what to expect during your facial. The quality of machines and products they used was very good. Ladies who worked here were very informative. Nice modern and very clean place. We had a great experience!

SM SOUTHMALL BRANCH Feb 10, 2025 (Around 3pm)…read more I had an extremely terrible experience here. I naturally have thick, bushy eyebrows similar to Brooke Shields or Andrea Brillantes, and after a waxing accident when i was 20 that removed almost half my brows, I had to get them microbladed because I didn't have the patience to wait for it to grow and it became a huge insecurity for me. Since then, I've avoided waxing and only go for threading. When I came in, I specifically told the staff to only tidy my brows a bit and made it very clear that I didn't want the inner part cut or the overall shape changed. I wanted to keep my natural 'Nike arch' shape, which all my siblings and I have because of our parents. I also warned her not to touch the length, especially since my eyebrows tend to look uneven when the inner part is tidied to much since they don't always get it equal. Instead of acknowledging my request, she seemed annoyed and sarcastically responded, 'Oo, tidy ka lang naman diba,' implying that my instructions were unnecessary. Despite this, I trusted her to follow what I asked. Instead, she did the exact opposite. She didn't even bother brushing my brows before cutting, and the entire session lasted only 2-3 minutes. She cut my left outer brow extremely short and the right one slightly longer, but still too short. The shape is completely ruined and uneven. To make matters worse, she didn't show any sign of regret or apology for the result. It felt rushed and careless, with no effort put into ensuring they looked neat or symmetrical. I'm extremely disappointed, especially given how much i trusted Brow Lounge to take care of my eyebrows and I never tried other salons to avoid this exact outcome but it still happened.

They are very professional. While they were working on me, they were wearing masks for hygienic…read morepurposes. Uses their own utility belt for their fancy tools that they use to clean you up. Quiet place with relaxing music. And will study your brows first before they start working on it. They will consult with you on how you would want it and how or what would fit best for your face.

There are some things I indulge on, and some things that I find more reasonably-priced alternatives…read morefor services such as waxing. This is why I head to Lay Bare for underarm and leg waxing. As shameless as it may be, I choose to go basic on these services, mostly because I have been told by several dermatologists and even make-up artists that cold wax would be good for one's skin expecially for someone who may have atopic dermatitis and someone who would easily get burn marks. Someone like me. I choose to go to this branch at SM Center Las Piñas not only because it's conveniently near, but because this branch rarely has a long queue. Thus, shorter waiting time for girls like me who shuttle around all day. Their technicians are also very courteous and goes through all the standards questions before procedures and reminders for after-wax care. This is still the case even if they get swamped with clients; they continue to be accommodating and pleasant.

I had a great experience here! Wait time wasn't too long. The staff was very informative and…read morehelpful in helping me make my choice when it comes to eyelash extensions. The pricing is also affordable, and I am very happy with the results. I think it was Princess who did my lashes, and she was very gentle and polite. I will definitely come back here again next time I visit the Philippines!

I've been going here since 2013. I've tried other waxing salons but I always keep coming back to…read morethis salon. I'm always happy with the results after every visit. Their staff is very efficient, professional and friendly. The waxing rooms are clean with dim lights and you hear the running water sounds from the fountain nearby. The vibe just makes me feel comfortable and relaxed for any service. For some reason, it also makes me happy whenever the attendant tells me that I have a high tolerance for pain while hearing other girls shriek in other rooms. (LOL!) Another factor why I like it here, I really appreciate that they go over the waxed areas with tweezers to get...everything! Too much information? For me, if I'm going through all that pain, it better be worth it! Tip: take a pain reliever 30 minutes before your session. If you are looking for good, clean waxing, then Beeswax is the one I recommend! :)

I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place! Just had to get that off my chest. I discovered it as SM…read moreHypermart is five minutes from where I live and so it's essentially my go-to place for groceries, eyelash extensions, a quick meal, a trip to the bookstore, and of course, my monthly pedicures. I've tried almost every nail spa in the area as there are several, but BeesWax is hands down my favorite one. It first opened in 2012, and I've been frequenting the place at least on a monthly basis since then. What caught my eye was their "organic" theme -- from their hot and cold waxes to their Zoya nail polish -- none of these contain harmful chemicals. I liked the sound of that. This place also offers threading services. I've become friendly with the receptionist/manager (hi Jel!) and the therapists are always kind and pleasant. Yellow and black decor in line with their "bee" theme; the chairs are comfortable and I leave a happy and relaxed customer each and every time. Love you BeesWax!

It's been a while since I been here. Place looks clean and they opened up the space a bit more…read more Foot spa feels great! With scrub and massage. Been going here for years already! Very good with their manicures and they clean it up really well.

I consider myself to be low-maintenance when it comes to appearance, but there are some essentials…read morethat a girl has to do to look nice and presentable. For me, it's an eyebrow threading and waxing session. Fab Spa is my go-to place for a quick pampering, because 1) the staff and the service are efficient and 2) it's walking distance from my in-law's house and I can leave the kids there while I have an hour (or two) of much-needed me time. I think the term "tiis-ganda" was first used by somebody who had undergone a waxing session. It definitely is no walk in the park, but it's nice that my therapist Ate Inday is chatty enough that she gets my mind off the process. The owner, Ms. Manel is very hands-on with her customers. I like having my eyebrows threaded when she's there. She knows how to tame my brows and turn them from Cruella DeVille to Disney Princess. I like that this place is a one-stop shop: nails, hair removal, facial, eyelash curling, massages. FAB Spa has everything you need for your beauty emergencies.

There are just some things that are difficult to talk about as it's either too personal, a taboo…read moretopic, or a bit of both. Well, waxing has become so common amongst women nowadays that it's becoming more and more openly talked about. This can probably be attributed to Strip, with them pioneering in openly advertising about "bushes" and their upkeep. What I like most about Strip is that they stand for quick, quality service. They have sealed packs for each customer, which they will open right before each procedure to ensure the best hygiene and assure their customers that everything is sanitary. With their techniques and signature procedure, they keep their promise of being done and out of there in 15 minutes (that is, unless you ask the technician to pause more often or for longer periods). Fancy? Aside from the different "styles" and services to choose from, they also have different "flavors" for their wax, having different scents and benefits.

My girlfriend and I found ourselves in BGC with nothing to do. It was too early to eat lunch and we…read morehad already raided all the bookstores in the area. She suggested that we get ourselves waxed. It was her first time and my nth time to have it done. When we asked around if there was a waxing place, the concierge told us to go to Strip Ministry of Waxing. So we went. My girlfriend and I told those who would wax us that we wanted all the hair to go away. I warned my girlfriend that it might be painful and it's fine to scream. Well, this was the first time in all my years of waxing that instead of pain I only felt like I was being tickled. I thought that maybe it felt that way because I was used to it already, but even my girlfriend told me, "You are so wrong! Waxing does not hurt." The staff was really accommodating though we did not have an appointment. They were also very professional about the whole process. The place was clean and they throw away all the objects they use on you after they wax you. The best part is that there is no pain and all the hair is gone in less than thirty minutes.

This is by far the best place to go for a wax. Why do I love them? Because they're clean. They do…read morenot reuse the strips unlike all other waxing salons. They're also fast. Seriously fast that you won't even realize you're done. I've gone to other waxing salons and I've caught myself checking my watch many times to see how long I've been there. But that doesnt happen in Strip because their aim is to get things done quickly and to get you out of there. And even if they do the job fast, the quality of their service is still superb. They're the only waxing salon that doesn't hurt me at all. Hair removal can be painful and I already have high tolerance so I'm not sooo bad when it comes to other waxing salons, but with Strip, I've even dozed off a bit during a session since there was hardly any pain. I'm so glad I found Strip and I really can't no longer go back to the other waxing salons now.

This is probably the best waxing salon I have ever been too. Through my experience with waxing…read moresalons like Lay Bare, Wink, Hey Sugar, and even European Wax Center, Strip takes home the gold. They're professional, straightforward, patient, and CLEAN to the highest extent. I went to the Strip Ministry in Greenbelt 5 and was under the best care of Joyce. She was very detailed and consistent with waxing, tweezing, and cleaning most especially. At first I figured that paying about 1,000php for a Brazilian wax would be a rip off but it is true that there are some things worth paying for --Strip is one of them. I recommend Strip (in GB 5). They have two other branches in Metro Manila which are located in Serendra and Megamall. For anyone worried about hot wax and pain, Strip will ease you into it like no one else.