I moved from Lakeview to the west side and didn't want to spend money unknowingly. I decided to do some research and purchase my first Groupon with whoever had great reviews. I made the right choice! these reviews did not steer me wrong. I saw Katie for a Brazilian. she's very friendly, knows what she's doing, distracts you with flowing conversation and she was fast! what else would you want. the results... are awesome I'm happy a found this place on my first attempt. read more

Katie R. is the best esthetician ever! She's super quick (like, under 15 minutes for a Brazilian) but also totally meticulous. Plus, she's funny and friendly and keeps me distracted with good conversation even during times of ... discomfort. So glad I found her! read more

Spa Social is the vibe. I've been going to Katie White since her days at Ruby Room. She is the master of blonde, a wizard at color and cuts, and just a downright amazing person who makes sitting in a chair for a few hours immensely enjoyable. The rest of the staff are amazing too- I can't speak to quality of service personally for anyone besides Katie W (though one of these days I need to try out a facial), but the constant traffic of people coming in for other services every time I'm there should speak to the rest of the kick ass professionals there. Street parking is plentiful and the shop itself is always clean and welcoming! read more

Have seen Katie Ricci for waxes a few times and she always does a great job! She is super friendly and efficient, could not recommend more.

I visited Gia for the first time for a 30 min facial and eyebrow wax. The facial was amazing, I feel so refreshed and just the day after my skin feels better. I wasn't expecting much from the eyebrow wax but I'm super happy with how they turned out!!! Will definitely be coming back. read more

I had an appointment with Katie Ricci today. Katie was great. For my first time coming in, she distracted me from the pain I was expecting. I was at ease and relaxed during the entire appointment. I would recommend 10/10. And I will be coming back. read more

I have only been here twice, but I love Spa Social already! I've had an eyebrow wax and a haircut so far. Gia and Anna Marie are the nicest people ever! I recently moved into the area, so I've been looking for new salons to go to. I came for an eyebrow wax back in September. I started talking to Gia about how often I should be waxing my eyebrows, and she said it really depends on the person. I feel like at a lot of waxing places, they always recommend 3 weeks so that you continue to go for their services, so I appreciate that she said to come when I felt like I needed a wax. They also do free trims. I got my haircut last week. First of all, I'd like to say, this was the first time I've ever had a stylist point out where my part is and stick to cutting my hair with my part the way I like it. Anna Marie is awesome! There have been countless times in which a stylist has asked me how I like to part my hair, and completely disregard what I said and proceed to give me a middle part. Trust me, if I could rock the middle part, I would. In stark contrast to a certain salon near by, I love that Spa Social isn't pushy with products or services. You can tell that they are passionate about what they do and love when their clients are happy. Also, you get $5 off your first service. You can either book your appointment online or through calling. Calling is best for last minute appointments! read more

Loved this cute, quaint salon in West Town/UK Village. Gia (the owner) is authentic, welcoming and gives a wonderful facial. She offers recommendations in a genuine way. Price is reasonable for a facial in the city ($80, $75 for your first visit.) Looking forward to coming back here again! read more

Katie was lovely and made me feel instantly at ease. She was gentle and I felt little to no discomfort. My Brazilian was thorough and quick, and I will definitely go back. Bring cash for gratuity. You'll want to give her a big tip. She's great. read more

I got my very first facial with Gia and am now a true believer. I have problem skin and have avoided getting facials for years because I was nervous about how my skin would react, but after reading reviews from others with similar issues who said their skin looked great afterward, I decided to take the plunge. Gia asked appropriate questions to evaluate my skin and was very gentle and thorough. She gave a nice neck/shoulder/hand massage. At the end, my skin didn't look too red or irritated at all (I went in a store on the way home, and didn't feel self-conscious or like I had to rush home and hide!), and the next day it looked much healthier than it had before the facial. (I followed her recommendation of not putting any makeup or product on after the facial.) This is going to become a regular part of my skincare routine; I'm already thinking about when to schedule my next appointment. I'll definitely be back and will be recommending her to friends. read more

Gia is incredible! Got a facial after years and I'm so glad I picked Spa Social. Gia was attentive and gave me an amazing neck & shoulder massage during the facial. My skin feels amazing and will definitely see her more often! read more

Katie is the best. I get my brazilian/bikini waxes with her for the past year or so. She makes the experience very comfortable and quick. She is very friendly, won't go to anyone else. They also do facials which I will have to try soon. read more

I just had my first facial yesterday with Gia. She cleaned out my pores, extracted some nasty congestion on my chin, and also gave me a wonderfully relaxing experience, which was what I was craving. My skin looks great today! She was also kind enough to text me this morning with artist's name on her playlist that we listened to during the facial. The only thing I wish was that the facial could've lasted a little longer! I'll be back! read more

Katie was beyond awesome! Wax was quick and pretty painless. No long wait. Found parking easily on the street. Easy to make appointment online. Tips are accepted in cash only. read more

Fantastic experience with Katie Ricci! Professional, courteous, and good at her craft. Highly recommend this salon for any of her services!!! read more

Walking into the space I immediately knew I found my place. And walking out 2 hours later, that assumption was solidified. Gia is a lovely person who literally met me at the door. Given her incredible level of service and attention I received when I made my appointment earlier in the week, I was not totally surprised by this. The spa itself is gorge, and it turns out Gia and her dad built out the whole place together with their own hands. I felt love in the walls and in the air. Service wise: A++++. Gia gave me a beautiful brow wax and some suggestions about how to fill them in and a plan for going forward. It was the best wax I've ever had. Now my hair: All I can say is this... Go to Anna. I found Anna after my prior salon tried FOUR times over the past week to color and then color correct the disaster they created. Within 90 minutes, Anna transformed my color and gave me complete and unyielding confidence in her abilities. She formulated a plan. She was honest, thoughtful and professional. I found my person. read more

And then, do yourself a huge favor and get an outstanding 50 minute customized facial from Gia. Holy cats and dogs people, this woman is phenomenal. Phenomenal! It's like a whole new face attached to my head. I love these ladies, oh my gosh. Even the husband goes for facials with Gia -- yeah I know! He looks forward to it weeks ahead of his appointment too. Seriously, go here, see Anna and Gia. Go here often. I wish everyone could be like these two. read more

It has been a year and I am still going to GIA almost every month and sometimes twice a month if I am in town. She is absolutely the best. My skin has never been better. I always leave each service feeling like I am floating. It is so relaxing and the hand moisturizing/warming treatment adds a little extra touch to make you warm and comfy. Especially during the cold winter months. I love the NEW location. There are so many personal touches and you can see all the hard work that was put into making it happen. I can go in Spa Social with confidence that my skin will be glowing. I don't trust anyone else with my skin SERIOUSLY! Highly recommend. Amazing personalized service by the sweetest person I know! read more

Long time customer of Gia's for skincare and facials--she is fantastic and always goes the extra mile to help her customers get the best skin they can. The Dermalogica products are super high quality and the facial room is really cozy. I also went to Katie for haircut and highlights and will be a return customer of hers, too. Gia's at home facial kits are exactly what I needed to get through this quarantine and support her small business, too. read more

If I could, I would give Spa Social 10 stars. Ambiance is great, music is awesome, girls are so friendly, & with all the spas and salons in the city, its hard to find all these great aspects rolled into one. * Between Gia for skin care & Katie for waxing, this space is an absolute gem. Gia is sweet, friendly, accommodating, & very welcoming. Her facials are comfortable, relaxing, thorough, & probably the best massage I've ever received during a facial. She makes sure she's using what benefits your particular skin by customizing each treatment. My skin always feels fantastic after my service. Skin care with Gia is an absolute must! I have only seen Katie for Brazilian's, so far. She was recommended by a friend & so happy I found her! Katie is quick, thorough as well, and makes you feel very comfortable, considering Brazilians sometimes aren't the most relaxing experience :) She makes the time as relaxing as possible & I am usually out in 10 minutes, can't beat that. Katie is a true professional & such a delight to talk to. Highly recommend Spa Social!! read more

So excited that Anna Marie Delarosa is now at Spa Social. She's was my go-to hair stylist at Salon Blue for over 10 years and I will definitely be following her to Spa Social. I am the kind of girl who when I find a good nail tech, stylist, esthetician, dentist, etc. I stick with them! Why? Maybe it's the loyal Leo in me or maybe it's just that I'm SUPER picky and I don't like surprises. It's the worst when you pay for a service and leave feeling unsatisfied. This never happens with Anna Marie and honestly, she's the only hair stylist I will see! These days I just have her do a trim and gloss, but over the years, we've chopped my hair into a bob, added chunky highlights, cut bangs, done Keratin treatments...you name it, we've done it! Anna is a great hair stylist! She listens, make suggestions and most importantly, she knows how I like to wear my hair and she cuts/colors it accordingly. read more

I recently got a facial from Gia, and I have to say that it was one of the best I have ever had! Not only was it very relaxing, my skin looked amazing afterwards. I can't wait to see her again for a chemical peel. Great location, cozy decor, and inviting atmosphere. I will definitely be back to try out the other services as well. Spa Social is a great addition to the neighborhood. read more

I found Spa Social when I was looking for a new place to get a facial, and I'm so glad that I did! Not only is the location perfectly convenient for me, but the space is warm and inviting, and it has been beautifully rehabbed. Gia greeted me when I walked in, and after a quick form and discussion of my skin concerns, she showed me to the cozy room for the facial. The entire process was very relaxing, and I loved all of the Dermalogica products that were used. Gia is very friendly and easy to talk to, and she gladly obliged my last minute request for a brow wax...and it was perfect! I loved the moisturizing treatment on my hands and the massage that accompanied it at the end of the facial. I'm looking forward to my next visit, and I would definitely recommend stopping in! read more

Got a facial here a few months ago and definitely will be going back! Super comfortable setting and the facial was great for a reasonable price. Only bummer is she's usually pretty booked far out so have to plan for it for sure read more

After month and months of asking my previous hairstylist who moved away if she knew of someone to keep up my hair, she told me about Anna Marie. She was very nervous because I am super picky, but Anna Marie was amazing! I LOVE my new hair cute and color. It was also fun to hang out with Gia (whom I hear does great facials! Next time!) This is my new spot! read more

Spa Social - A little before and after action! - Skin Care Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had my first facial ever with Gia. Admittedly, I've probably needed a facial for 5 years but was always too intimidated to do it until friends started asking me if I was always tired. Boo... I went in to Spa Social for a facial and it 100% turned my skin around. I was super nervous walking in for the appointment and, by the time, I left, I was glowing putty. Something about Gia's manner, and the vibe of the place, made me feel comfortable and like I was among friends. I'm one of those lucky gals with mild acne AND some wrinkles (which is completely unfair). Whatever Gia used (Dermalogica products) plumped-up my skin, took off some the rough dry spots, and evened-out the oily spots. I was expecting to break-out after the treatment but I didn't. It's been a good month since the facial and my skin still looks so much better than before I went. Gia gave me a hand and arm massage while product soaked in and there wasn't pan-flute music. I'm a fan. I may also now be addicted to facials. I'm going back for another in few weeks. read more

Wow Katie is awesome! So professional, Super friendly! Made me feel super comfortable didn't hurt at all also. I found my go to place.

Took my teenage daughter with acne issues for an extraction. Gia made us very comfortable throughout the entire visit and provided some very good advise on acne control. My daughter had a big smile on her face walking out of here and she looked great. Thank you! Looking forward to our next visit. read more

Fantastic spa . Came here for a facial . Loved it . Gia is great . Very knowledgeable , friendly and made me feel very comfortable . The facial was great , very relaxing ( also came with hand moisturizing / warming treatment , perfect for the cold winter day :) would definitely recommend and go back myself anytime . Thank you ! read more

Went here because of a GROUPON today and got a brazilian by Katie. She did a fantastic job on my hooha. I arrived a bit early and she available and took me right in. She asked questions up front, made me feel comfortable, and went right to work. It was a clean up job and this is the first time in the 5 years I've been getting Brazilians that I got wax, I usually only do sugaring. She was sooo fast, clean, and quick with everything. It was the cleanest job I've ever gotten and I will be returning for services. Super super happy I found them on groupon. read more

Long time customer and should have posted a review long ago! Katie Ricci is the absolute best waxer I've ever had! So sweet and patient and made me feel comfortable since the first time I went in there! You're my fave Katie :) read more

I have been seeing Gia for the last month for facials, peels, and waxing and I will never leave her! she is not only great at what she does, but an awesome person! Ashley has been doing my nails for the past month too! she really knows what she's doing! I highly recommend the strengthening treatment! read more

I've been seeing Gia monthly since June 2013 (my first review is on here to prove it) and I absolutely love her. She's done complete wonders for my skin. By far the best esthetician I've ever been to. I could talk to her for hours. I honestly have no idea what I'd do without her. I live in the neighborhood and I'm so thankful to have a business like hers in the area. read more

Super great wax experience. Katie was great. Professional and made my experience very comfortable. Will definitely be returning and highly recommend than the place across the street. Also loved how accommodating Katie was when I was running late. Thank you!! read more

Im not sure why on the website they state that they do private parties because they completely screwed me over. I started trying to get ahold of this business in June to set up a party of 6 in September knowing they would book up. Emailed first like their website stated and received no response. Called and left a message and Gia called me back and asked for more info. We emailed back a couple times, each response from her took multiple attempts on my part, but she stated she could accommodate us. Last email came in middle of July. Followed up the first week of September since my last email again went unanswered only to find out Gia missed my last email and gave our appointments away. Now a mistake on her part leaves me scrambling. Terrible way to run a business! Do not book for a party contrary to what their website says it is an extremely frustrating process and left me with nothing. read more

I went to Katie White to get my hair done and had an awful experience. First I went to get a haircut only which was fine. During this she complimented my color and I explained to her I finally found someone to a balayage my hair after someone told me they couldn't. She said it was really weird that someone wouldn't be able to balayage my hair. So then I went back for a balayage and when I get there she asked why I don't do highlights instead...Um hello because of the grow out. She then recommends to do some highlights, some balayage, with a shadow root. I tell her I trust her. SHE ENDED UP CHARGING ME FOR A HIGHLIGHT AND A BALAYAGE. I have never paid so much in my life (and I've been getting my hair done for 15 years in a lot of different major cities) and I didn't even get my hair cut. The kicker- it doesn't even look good. It's super gold in random parts which has never happened to my hair before. Disappointed to say the least. read more

I LOVE THESE GIRLS!! All three are so talented and so friendly and fun to visit. There is never a moment I don't feel welcomed and happy to visit. Ashley has been the only person to touch my nails since I started going a few months ago. They're healthy and strong and she's awesome with custom yet sophisticated designs. Anna will be my go to for cut and color. She makes subtle changes turn into wonders and her amazing energy is so uplifting. I love my hair. I found my Hair Guru! Gia is a genius when it comes to skin care. My plan is to forever look fresh and youthful and I know Gia is the one to keep me on that wave. Being a professional makeup artist, my skin is my no.1 priority and she's definitely keeping it soft, smooth and healthy. Spa Social is my all in one stop for the needs and wants in my life. I look amazing and I owe these girls for that! read more

Spa Social - Skin Care Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Found this place through Groupon. Parking was a nightmare, so it took me 20mins to find a spot (coming from someone who has been parking in Chicago for many years). Luckily, Katie was super awesome about me running late. Once I arrived, she took me straight back and asked about my waxing history. Katie was friendly, comforting and efficient. It only took about 10mins and she kept the conversation going to distract me. My previous esthetician would always put her hand on the area after waxing, which alleviates the pain, but Katie didn't do that so it hurt a bit more. All around, Katie was great, but it was less thorough than previous brazilians I've had. read more

Gia is the best. She does phenomenal facials. I always feel so relaxed after leaving. I have gone a few times now since moving to Chicago and my skin looks the best it has looked in the past year. So good, that my boyfriend is now going to go to her. Gia is super sweet and doesn't talk your ear off during the facial so you can fully relax. I'm so happy I found her. She is a gem! Also, prices are reasonable, and you get 10% or 20% your first time going to her. I can't remember but that was a nice surprise! She also offers bundle prices, which is nice as well. read more

Got a beautiful wax done by Katie today. She was so professional and did an incredibly immaculate job on my legs- on of my cleanest waxes to date for sure! She was lovely to talk. The facility took my temperature, provided hand sanitizer on entry and exit and all people inside were masked up. The technician wore gloves. read more