Scared.. Vulnerable... 2 words a woman can feel when getting her first Brazilian. But no need to fear! The aestheticians at The Pretty Kitty have got you covered... I've been coming to the same location for almost two years and I come religiously every 6 weeks since a Brazilian is part of my regular maintenance... And yes, ladies, I still have the aesthetician tell me before she's about to go over that middle section (ya'll know what I'm talking about) so I can do my breathing exercises (woosahhh).. But here's the run-down: There is rarely very much parking because the lot is small but shares spaces with so many other businesses. The facility is very clean and well-maintained. Also, the aestheticians don't double dip in the wax. Make an appointment. The whole process takes about 5-10 minutes and the appointments are booked 15 minutes apart. This business takes walk-ins, but you may have to wait awhile if you have no appointment. With that being said, don't be late! If you're 5 or more minutes late, it's difficult to fit you into the schedule since the appointments are only 15 minutes apart. I've never felt the need to make an appointment based on which aesthetician is available... all of them are great and have been trained the same way. Less than 15 minutes later and you come out with a Pretty Kitty?! (Oh this name is the absolute best.) HAHA I'm game! And sorry boys... Girls only ;) read more

Its pretty crazy to me that people would give this place 1 or 2 stars. It was my first time at this location and I had Katie. I had some spots that were 5 weeks grown out and other spots that were only 2 weeks grown out (dont ask me why). She literally left me spotless and got out 3 pesky ingrown hairs I had been battling for months! I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Awesome and clean! Appointment with Katie went by extremely fast and virtually pain free! Thanks again Katie! Jessica read more

I now come here for my Brazilians. This place is very cute and very clean. They also have cool music playing in the background-from trance to jazz. I had Niki and she was great! Very thorough, professional, and very efficient-all very critical and necessary traits when dealing with the nether regions...in my opinion. It wasn't very painful either. But I do go regularly. Brazilians are $55 and take about 15 minutes! I definitely recommend this place. read more

First, I always go to Lindsay at the Pretty Kitty in Costa Mesa but she is on vacation until the 20th, way past my 6 week mark. Lindsay set the bar high. So high Carissa at the Pretty Kitty in Tustin, fell waaaaaaaay short. Since we're being honest with each other... Ladies are being painted with hot wax and getting it ripped off their snatch. OUCH. It's not an all pleasant situation to being with. Carissa drags it out even longer. She moves so flipping (PG13) slow! Yu don't leave hot wax (& this wax was waay warmer than usual) on someone while yu pull strips out the drawer. Have you're tools ready! She put the wax right back in the same spot she ripped from and I was cringing, it was too hot. Two times I almost grabbed her flipping arm. I was practically running out of the room by the time it was all over. My lady bits will avoid Tustin and Carissa. Oh, I didn't leave a tip either. Tips mean I like the service. Tustin, bad. Costa Mesa, good. read more

I am a customer for life. This place is awesome! I am the biggest wimp when it comes to waxing, that I literally have to talk myself into coming every single time. I am always pleasantly surprised when I leave because these ladies are true professionals. Always clean, thorough, and super friendly. It's painful I'm not going to lie, but it has been the least amount of pain out of any other place I have been to because they are so thorough and fast. In and out within 15 minutes and prettier then ever. I was waxed by Nikki today, and she was sooo awesome! She made me feel comfortable and was sympathetic to my low pain tolerance. Super fast and again, it was the least painful wax I've ever had! They specialize in Pretty Kitty's, so why would you go anywhere else? read more

this time i took pics for you guys so you can have more of a visual *please remember to always ask if you can take pictures as a curtosy * i just went for my 2nd time...and it was just as it was the 1st time. but that is something that is reassured because kayden (kaydon...sorry i know your name but idk how to spell it lol) told me that the owner trains everyone so even if you have different esthetician it will be the same care and service each time. anyways i realized that i needed an appointment asap so i called on tuesday and got an appointment on thursday. like i said before this is amazing because at sameeras i would have to call at least a week ahead for an appointment and you ladies know that you don't realize you need it until you NEED it lol i came in a bit early and went next door to the lost bean *love* and then came in 15 minutes early for my appointment. i was in luck because kayden was open! another PLUS before at sameeras i would have to wait (w/ my appointment that was made a week+ ahead) 15+ minutes. the difference is that pretty kitty estimates15-20 minutes per client so they never overlap appointments so you NEVER wait which makes you feel like your time is important i walked into the room and it was the same as before...SUPER clean and sanitary which is very important for you 1st timers. DO NOT go somewhere dirty i mean common sense right?! its your kooka! respect it take care of it lol anyways this is the bed (w/ the sanitary paper lining...which is always changed for each client) http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/JgUYVeAQR6LUk4F0bDJ4vA?select=BF9_snJkV6uNsC1TlQhUTA and more importantly this is the GLOVES AND THE WAX STICKS http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/JgUYVeAQR6LUk4F0bDJ4vA?select=L5Hx6IsgOUPgfEBVDEkjTw LADIES PLEASE BE AWARE IT IS VERY VERY DANGEROUS TO DOUBLE DIP...A LOT OF PLACES DOUBLE TIP AND IT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE so the process for me takes about 10-15 minutes and kayden makes it very comfortable which is a shock because at the place i've been going to for years it took a long time to feel comfortable. she also answers any questions you have about waxing (i.e. what are ingrowns, how can i get rid of them, how long do waxes last, etc) will i come again...UHM YES this is my new place and i will never break up w/ the pretty kitty (but i have my fingers crossed that they'll open up a store in brea area...that would be amazing) and i stated before that i thought they serviced men...they do, but only back, chest, arms, etc. not down there lol and i wanted to respond to susan l. since you've shaved before it takes a while...i used to shave and it took a few waxes to have it smooth (problem w/ shaving is different lengths and thickness). from personal experience i would keep on waxing and after a few times you'll notice a lot less stubble, the pain of waxing won't be as bad, the hair will be thinner and the BEST part you'll see A LOT less ingrowns! i hope this was somewhat informative for you yelpers. check this place out the experience of a waxing salon vs. a beauty store/nail shop/or whatever other place that offers waxing is a totally different experience. you will not be disappointed and you'll thank me later :] read more

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Love this place! Only place I trust with my waxing needs. Clean, professional, friendly and above all, does an amazing job!!! read more

Just for the name alone! Nice clean beautiful small shop. After you get your grooming there are tons of things to do in this center....go relax after the painful burn...lol read more

The Pretty Kitty - The name is too funny but gets your attention - Waxing Near Me - Tustin, California

I deleted my prior post it was offensive to one Yelp friend of mine so here is the more G rated version... This place is not for the modest. Frequent Brazilian devotees may know what to expect but even after telling them I was a newbie, there was zero explanation or warning as to what they were planning on doing. I think I would have been happier had they given me a tutorial as it went a bit beyond my comfort level. It was not so much painful as uncomfortable. They did a good job but I do not think I could subject myself to that again. read more

Well friends, I went back at 6 weeks and 3 days for another round of waxing. It wasn't any better than the first go around. In fact it was worse. Nothing makes waxing less appealing than walking out of the salon with stubble. Of course the esthetican claimed *after* she waxed and left a ton of stubble that this is "normal" because I wasn't finished with my growth cycles. I call bullshit. SIX AND A HALF WEEKS, fellow yelpers. That is how long it had been since my last wax. And the stubble she left was 1/4 inch long. So basically she just sucked. Or did a crappy wax job. Or both. Don't waste your money or pain. Go somewhere that will do it right the first time...and the second time...everytime. read more

I have been to quite a few of the Pretty Kitty locations- by far Tustin is my favorite! Like most girls I don't enjoy getting waxed, but accept that it's so unbelievably necessary and a fact of life! This is all the more reason a pleasurable experience is so critical. Wax Technician: Katie Adame! I refuse to see anyone else. She's absolutely amazing. She gets the job done extremely fast, it's virtually painless, and she's quite pleasant. No hair left behind. :-) She talks some making her super friendly, but never overboard. She ALWAYS squeezes me in even when she's completely booked- which is almost always. She's great. Product: Their wax is as smooth as SILK. I was so impressed that I asked Katie why no other wax feels as smooth as theirs, turns out it's recipe is owned by Pretty Kitty! What ever it's made of helps tremendously with making the experience as tolerable as possible. Price: Their prices are in line with the rest of the market. Cleanliness: It's spotless and they DO NOT DOUBLE DIP. A new stick is used with every application! AMEN- if any shop double dips, run for the hills! Location and Parking: They're located in Old Town Tustin, super cute area, but in a strip mall...so parking can be a bit challenging at times. Overall my experiences here have been top notch. I give it five stars. read more

Everyone here is gentle sweet and professional. Love coming here for waxing services. read more

The Pretty Kitty - Beautiful location and everyone is lovely and gentle here! - Waxing Near Me - Tustin, California

Great place for waxing, and before I moved to OC I was actually going to their location in Las Vegas. So, pretty good company overall. Customer service is excellent, and I have no complaints regarding the quality of their wax. The only difference between the two locations is their prices as the prices at this location are a little bit steeper. Which is obvious and expected considering California! read more

Was in the area and am still so happy that the Pretty Kitty is up here in OC that I felt inclined to try the Tustin location (just for the novelty of it, it's not terribly close to my house). First, I had no idea how quaint downtown Tustin is - the PK is nestled between a cafe and a lingerie store, so I'm thinking that's prime real estate for an establishment of its nature. It looks tucked away from the outside, but once you step into the lobby, it's nice and large. I think this is something I have to get accustomed to after frequenting the original location for so long. It was the Saturday after Thanksgiving and I'd made an appointment a few days earlier. I was greeted by Priscilla, who I'd previously reviewed at the Laguna Hills location. I guess she splits her time between the two. It was nice to see a familiar face and pair of hands, although I was a little bummed not to see how other next-gen PK waxers are fairing. It was great as before, Priscilla is darling and thorough... what more could I ask for? Make sure you tell them if it's your first time and the appointment setter will give you advice on how to prepare. Also, if you've been waxed at another PK location or other waxer you can always let them know how your skin reacts and there's different topical solutions they can apply at the salon or a you can at home (PFB, tea tree oil, hydrocortisone, etc). And make sure you buy a brush to scrub your kitty! read more

After calling for an appointment twice to be put on hold, and then hung up on both times, I refuse to even give this place try. If that's what the reception service is like - I don't even want to know about the waxing services!! read more

Katie was beyond excellent! Today was my first time @ Pretty Kitty and I give Katie two thumbs up ! She knew her craft! She even went as far as explaining to me how to go about after care of waxing in thee most simple steps! I was intrigued by what she was explaining! She gave eye contact!! That's huge! She didn't make me feel uncomfortable at all! And what I admire most about her was during our warm conversation she gave the owner accolades for teaching their staff how to wax appropriately!! Katie needs her own application (APP), because that's how much knowledge she has in this field! I will come back to Pretty Kitty and Katie!! She has a client FOREVER in me!! What a way to ring out 2014 and ring in 2015!!! #teamkatie read more

The fourth time is a charm! Had my reg. 6 week waxing on Tuesday and was taken care of by ERIC. By far the best waxing I ever received there. Erin knew her stuff and got down to business quickly, with as little discomfort as possible. I love the Pretty Kitty and will continue to use their services. If you are considering a waxing, go here......and be sure to ask for ERIN read more

Amazing service!!! I loved the lady's are so sweet and it was not as bad as I once thought!! I would 10/10 recommend for those who are on the fence!! read more

I have been to this location multiple times for Brazilian waxing and all of the ladies here are great! It is painful to get waxed especially in a sensitive area, but the ladies take care of you and make it as painless as they can. I found another place that does waxing closer to home (EWC) so I decided to try it out yesterday. HUGE MISTAKE. I have never experienced so much pain with a wax in my life. Today my "area" feels like it was in a fight and got punched! I am so sore. I will never go back to EWC (See my review of them for the whole story). Pretty Kitty I am so sorry I tried somewhere new, you are the best of the best and I will be back! I love you and all the friendly girls, keep up the amazing jobs that you do! read more

Love this place! Super clean and really pretty inside. Also love the wax that they use. It's super soft and warm and makes the process less painful. They are really quick and do a great job. Cindy is my go to girl for here! read more

I finally did it! I got the Brazilian! I had noticed this salon before because I visit the Tustin Brew Co often (right next door) and could tell it had a good vibe, and then seeing Tamra from Real Housewives get one done in RSM, I knew I had to try "the pretty kitty". The ladies were very friendly and the salon very clean. I was waxed by Johanna, and she was very sweet and walked me through the process. She asked me if I was OK, when she could tell some spots were extra sensitive. Because this was my first time, it did hurt, but it was not scary and if anything it was FAST. I think I was out of there in 20 minutes. I would recommend this salon and the pretty kitty company to my friends/family. I will most definitely become a regular because waxing is a better alternative to shaving any day. read more

My go to place for a Brazilian- clean, almost painless, fun convo and quick! The staff is always friendly. Sage although left handed was just as a great as any other right handed aesthetician but she was conscious enough to give me a heads up as it does change the experience slightly. But she was great- we got so into our convo that I didn't realize when she was done! Highly recommend this location! read more

This place is super clean and the girls are friendly. They never double dip, and have great after care advice. I usually wait for the emailed coupon to treat myself here. read more

It was my first time getting a Brazilian and I was super nervous. Brittany took care of me and talked with me to keep my mind distracted as best she could! She told me we could stop and take a break whenever I wanted. She was super quick and very professional. I'd definitely recommend! The shop itself was super cute and clean in appearance. It felt like a classy place. Glad I got my kitty prettied here! read more

went in with a friend to use a groupon/living social/whatever coupon. 2 waxes for the price of 1 basically. review is on the full brazilian (aka everything off!). i believe the normal price is $55. pros: - PAINLESS. i was amazed. - kayden (sp?) was VERY professional and courteous even though my friend and i ran late for our appointments. she was affable, knowledgeable, and clearly knew what she was doing. - decor/ambiance: charmingly adorable. everything was pink and precious. definitely a girly girl kind of place. cute couches to sit and wait on, plenty of magz to peruse while you wait, and lil classy cooler of ice water to whet your dry throat. - ingrowns begone! kayden recommended using a soft brush (which i bought for $6), and she even gave us a sample of PFB vanish. cons: - i wasnt happy with my wax! i dont know if i rushed her, or whatever, but it wasnt a clean wax. admittedly it was hard getting a clean wax along my bikini line since i shaved, but im talking about areas where i hadnt shaved at all. i went home to feel stubble. :( bummer! this alone makes me not want to come back. i can take a painful wax as long as its done well. - since i dont live in the area, its bit of a trek for me to come get waxed here. id rather go to my local waxer. would i come back? probably not. read more

Everyone there is so nice! The waxing process is very quick and to be honest not that painful. They do a great job and making you feel comfortable during as well. Would high recomend ! read more

Not my first time at Pretty Kitty but my first time @ this location. Pretty Kitty is an excellent franchise - always clean, always reasonably priced, every person is professional and well trained. Acacia was exceptional. Painless and very quick. She took the time to answer my questions and made the experience pleasant. I will definitely be back. read more

Thank you Pretty Kitty Tustin for conquering my first Brazilian! I kept telling myself that "the benefits outweigh the risks" for years, but still too chicken to go in. The plaza this place sits in is enchanting, the ambience is cute & settling, the setup inside is clean, sterile. & Johanna was absolutely amazing: the time from start to finish was not 15 minutes as told, but 11 minutes!! It really was over before I knew it. & they do respect privacy: a brief glance in the trash can was well concealed, none of my "business" visible @ all. Very very pleased, will be back, they easily earned a new "regular!" read more

I visited for the first time today to get a Brazilian wax. This was my first time doing anything like this. I was terrified but I decided to challenge myself, figuring if it was awful, Tustin Brewing Company is next door. Jillian took great care of me, explaining what she was doing while working as quickly as possible. It was painful but not nearly as bad as I thought it would be (taking an ibuprofen an hour before my appointment seemed to help). She was done in 15 minutes, gave me some tea tree and grape seed oil to clean off any extra wax and I left feeling great! I'll definitely be back in 6 weeks. read more

What can I say?.... Having to get a Brazilian wax is not a very pleasant experience. It's uncomfortable, and you want it done as quickly as possible... so that's why I frequent The Pretty Kitty. I know when I go there it will take no longer than 30 mins. The esthetician makes some small talk, and we laugh a bit... then i'm done... If you're a new customer don't forget to look for some coupons or deals on yelp... They usually have something read more

UPDATE: due to lots of wind in the area, there was a major traffic jam on the freeway which caused them to be late to open. I received a phone call with an apology. I finally made an appointment to get their famous Brazilian! I had an appointment for 10:00 am, made about a week ago, which they called to confirm the night before. It says on their website to arrive early so you don't loose your appointment so I got to the salon at about 9:45. They technically open at 10 so when there was no one there right when I arrived I just figured they were finishing opening up. By 10:15, there was still no sign of anyone, all doors locked, lights off etc. Not sure what happened, but I left after waiting for 30 minutes. Very disappointed read more

I just moved out here and my regular waxer is far away. I was looking for a professional affordable place. Did a yelp search and found this place. Let's review. Pros: Within walking distance of my home. It's pink! I love pink! Soft wax. Friendly staff. Cons: I was a walk in while Abby was friendly, my first impression of the manager Lindsey wasn't great. Abby was looking at who could squeeze me in and when Abby asked Lindsey if she could do it and her response was " I'm going to have too." then I was asked to wait. No big deal. As I was waiting two men walked in and spoke to Abby about Chase bank and who did the owner use. kinda of weird. After waiting about 5 minutes Lindsey called me back. The room was well cleaned. The waxing was quick, although some wax dripped out of place when she ripped it off it caught the entire eyebrow. OUCH! :( Very clean. Very friendly. A little pricy. I may/may not be back. read more

I've been coming here for over a year and I LOVE IT !!! Kymber is great, she makes you feel really comfortable and does a great job. Highly recommend!! read more

I loved the concept of PK.. But the done in 15 minutes thing is a Fail. I get it but who's to say everyone's hair removal process is the same. I felt rushed when we got to like 11 minutes. & when we were done i saw hairs left here n there that were long enough to be removed Ummm ok! But now two weeks later this uneven look on my Kitty is not the business. Idk if going back is an option. The after affects are worse than the actual waxing process. I really wanted to love this place ;0( read more

Jasmine! She is prompt, friendly and an expert in her field. She is meticulous in her work and makes you feel comfortable which can be an awkward situation. So happy I found her. She will always get back to you, so if you get an answering machine (it can happen being a small business owner), she will always get back to you. read more

I came in to get my first Brazilian wax and was pretty nervous! However, Sage guided me through the whole process and was very understanding. I came in thinking it was going to be in so much pain but she was very knowledgeable and made me feel so comfortable. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Quick, clean and friendly I've been going to The Pretty Kitty off and on for a year now and if you keep on going per their recommendations (don't forget to exfoliate!), it definitely gets easier, and is worth it. I have pretty sensitive skin and I always get a great wax at The Pretty Kitty. Everyone that I have encountered there is super friendly but I typically schedule with Cindy. She's awesome! read more

This is by far the BEST BRAZILLIAN I've ever had. Ask for SHAUNA!!!! I think she is there on Friday's and Saturday's. She made me feel completely comfortable under (let's face it folks) awkward conditions. Loved the way she paid attention to the smallest detail and even took care of potential ingrowns. Smooth as a baby's butt now! She rocked it and has a client for life. The facility was also very clean and reception super friendly too! Thanks Shauna!!! See you soon! read more

I've been going now for over a year. Sage, Arlene, front office staff all make me feel comfortable. i love the decor of the facility and the professionalism of everyone. I will say they are on time on their schedule, so if your running late you will probably have to reschedule. I highly recommend the Pretty Kitty in Tustin! read more