[[HIGHLIGHT]]Literally no one does it better than Angela! She makes you feel comfortable, is professional, and is great at what she does.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Angie is the absolute best waxer I've ever been too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I've been going to her for more than a year.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'm having to get waxed less often because she does such a thorough job! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not only does she provide such a great service, she is sweet and such a kind person.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]She makes me feel comfy, safe and leaving confident and sexy![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love Angie! We always laugh endlessly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Nothing better than good service from good people. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plus, she had a snack for me as I was starving the last visit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Truly amazing service read more

Without a doubt, Angie is the best waxer I have ever had in my 10+ years of getting Brazilians. Not only is her work thorough and as painless as possible, but she makes you feel welcomed and entertained with her outgoing and humorous personality. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Even though I originally started coming here because it was close to my home and now live outside of the city, I've continued to return to the Wax shack and probably will as long as I stay in the portland area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I have recommended many friends to Angie and they have all enjoyed their experience as well. Highly, highly recommend her! read more

"[[HIGHLIGHT]]I've been seeing Angie for 6 months now, and I won't go to anyone else![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Angie is consistent, professional, and genuinely cares about skin health. I always leave happy with the results. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It feels like chatting with a friend while getting pampered.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thank you, Angie!! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Angie is hands down the BEST at what she does![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I trust her completely with my brows- long after moving from the area, I will make the drive to see her because she is that good![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Not only is she super talented- her shop is so comfortable and welcoming, and she uses the most high quality products that leave your skin feeling fabulous. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I absolutely love my visits with her- she is empathetic, intelligent, and kind...and a genius at her craft![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I came here once, and felt VERY uncomfortable because the esthetician acted inappropriately and was very unprofessional. Comments were made regarding her weight, her smell - absolutely NOT okay. In addition, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the esthetician shared personal details that I didn't need to know.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would not recommend, read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Angie is amazing! I have been stuck up here with a friend who had a kidney transplant and she made my whole week better![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Very professional and personable! I will now make the 8 hour round trip to come up here just to see her! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I have been going to Angie for about 6 years and will continue to as long as I live close enough to drive![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I get a Brazilian and full leg wax every 4-5 weeks. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not only do I look forward to getting all smooth, but also seeing Angie and catching up.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Having a consistent waxer has changed the game and makes the whole process much more enjoyable. I make sure to recommend Wax Shack to anyone looking for a waxer in the Portland area. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everyone should have as good of an experience as I have![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

This spot was a little hard to find. Make sure to go in front of the building where the parking lot is and not in the back. It's next to a pet shop. Angie was so personable and welcoming! I felt 100% comfortable with her when I was getting a Brazilian wax. She makes the process quick and easy. Not only that, Angie is very direct, open-minded, and we had really genuine meaningful conversations. Time is very important to her, so she truly appreciates when you're early or on time. Her time is VERY valuable. I would recommend Angie to anyone! She's a boss. read more

THE BEST WAX JOB IVE HAD IN PORTLAND HANDS DOWN. I wish I had come here the first time I tried waxing, I've spent years thinking getting a wax was going to be a brutal experience but Angela made it painless. Not only was she super professional, fast and thorough, but she was honestly just comfortable to be around. Angela takes care of you like you're family. She is a radiant and kind lady and this salon is such a freaking gem. read more

First time client for a Brazilian wax. For the ENTIRE duration of the wax I was subjected to extreme trumpism, conspiracy theories and overwhelming racism. I'm just trying to get waxed and to go about my day, not trying to get converted. Imagine how "comfortable" she is sharing her "beliefs" with repeat clients. Racist, racist, racist. Do yourself a favor and avoid at all costs. Will be visiting this black owned waxing salon for my next service, it's only a few blocks away: https://www.barebeautypdx.com read more

I have been coming to Angie for years. It's the best wax you'll ever get. I've been other places in a pinch (I travel 45 minutes when I go to her) or while I'm out of town. I am always disappointed and wish I'd just waited to go to Angie. Especially my eye brows, they are always perfection. I'm never going anywhere ever again. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Angie is hands down the best waxer around. I have been going to her for over 5 years now.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I went to a few other waxers and so thankful I found Angie. The other waxers would burn my skin, leave lots of left over hair, and would be very painful. All of these thigns Angie does not do, thank goodness! She makes the entire process painless- even a brazilian. My legs and lady parts stay smooth for a very long time! [[HIGHLIGHT]]She makes you feel comfortable and is so fun to chat with.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Her prices too are affordable! If you need a wax for any body parts book her now you wont regret it!! read more

Angela, the owner, is hard-working and it is easy to get into see her. So, when you make an appointment it will be with her. She just waxes my eyebrows and colors them as well as waxing some upper lip hair. Always perfect! read more

Angie is LITERALLY the best waxer. She doesn't let me leave until everything is every bit of smooth, she is a perfectionist in her trade and I could not be more appreciative of this. She always makes me feel like I'm at home when I step into the studio. A friend had bought me 3 waxes for my birthday awhile back, to somewhere else and after the first one, I went crying and screaming back to The Wax Shack. Never again will I go elsewhere. She has a client for life here. Not only is her services top tier her studio is cute and welcoming and she is always so professional, never once has she made me feel uncomfortable or awkward and she listens to me and let's me vent about my life with welcoming arms. If you need a good water look no further and book with her today! You won't be disappointed -Makayla read more

Angie is not only my new favorite waxer, she is one of my new favorite people. Highly recommend. She is thorough, has extremely fair prices and is a blast to chat with during your appointment. read more

Angie is an absolute delight! She is an incredible human and she is down right a humbling woman and has a great sense of humor and her personality is extremely contagious in the funniest ways to feel comfortable while getting waxed! Angie from the first time I ever met her was extremely inviting and welcoming with open arms. Angie too this day makes me feel like a friend who just left there therapy session to be completely honest. She is thoughtful and most definitely thorough in her expertise in waxing. She knows what she is doing and gets the job done pain FREE! I love coming to Angie for waxing. She is my number ONE choice. Thank you Angie for allowing me too feel sexy and confident in my own skin and reminding me of my beautiful self! What I also love about coming to Angie is that she has the same spunky attitude just like me! read more

I hadn't had a wax in a minute and was a bit nervous. The experience was great and i felt reassured during the whole process. Thank you!

Angela will be the only person I go to for waxes as long as I live in Portland, Oregon. She is personable, kind, very sanitary and has great attention to detail. Her shop is clean, cute and well maintained. From day one she makes you feel like family. 100/10 read more

I love going to see Angie and won't go anywhere else. I have gone to dozens of different salons and honestly she is the absolute best for waxing. She is very efficient and makes me feel very comfortable. I enjoy her energy and her salon is clean and accommodating. Highly recommended! read more

MUST READ! Where to begin? I am new to Portland and this has been my worst experience yet. I arrived to my appointment 5 minutes early with a warm welcome of a lady yelling what time my appointment was. While she had me waiting for 15 minutes she was attending a client and gossiping about other clients. When she finally attends me she starts waxing my eyebrows and DOES NOT ask how I would like my eyebrows ( she also doesn't apologize for being late) . She simply just starts waxing my eyebrows. Then she starts gossiping about a client mind you I'm a new client. I also forgot to mention how she had another client waiting in the Lobby that she forgot she scheduled. While she is waxing my eyebrows she is asking me very private questions like how much my husband makes. She moves on and starts talking politics. Then she assumes my husband is white due to his profession (very racist, I'm Mexican so is he). I left the shop with my hands shaking and thin eyebrows. WORST SERVICE EVER!This is my first Yelp review. People need to know about my experience. SHARE! read more

Angie makes you feel very welcome and at ease! She talks through what you want and makes changes if needed. I will absolutely be going back - 10/10! read more

Had an amazing experience meeting Angie today! She is friendly and inviting not to mention very thorough with her services which to me is extremely important. Best wax I've had in a long time! Love this gal! read more

I was so thankful to get in for a brow appointment this weekend and cannot wait to return again soon. The owner is amazing, fun and I honestly could have hung out and chatted with her all day! My eyebrows look amazing, she is truly a pro. I feel like a new woman and am telling everyone I know about The Wax Shack! read more

I cannot recommend this place and Angela enough. She's very professional, the place is very clean, and she has a great personality. The work she does is amazing and basically pain free. As a man she made me very comfortable and relaxed. You definitely should consider the Wax shack for your next waxing. read more

I cannot believe I ever went anywhere else in town-Angie made my wax quick, and magically happened with the lowest amount of pain that has ever graced all the places that hurt the most. She's meticulous, has over two decades of experience, and is one of the kindest hearted humans to ever platonically touch my thighs. HIGHLY RECOMMEND read more

To start, my services from the Wax Shack were almost a year ago (august 2021)...that's how long i've been thinking about what an awful experience I had there. I've finally decided its time to write a proper review to warn off others who are considering going here. I have never felt so uncomfortable in my life and was literally running out the door as soon as I paid. The woman who owns this business subjected me to her racist, conservative political views the entire time I was on her table. When someone is holding hot wax to your vagina, the only thing you can do is smile and nod. I felt trapped. She complained about having to wear a mask, told me covid is being brought over by immigrants, defended Trump as a president and had the AUDACITY to ask me if my boyfriend and I were going to having children. She must have thought I was in agreement with all the things she said (I really just tried to not respond and GTFO) because she said there aren't enough "good people" having children anymore. I'm white for reference. The wax itself was a hot mess, literally. She dripped wax everywhere and it took her well over 40 minutes to do the job because she was talking the entire time about her views. There were wax papers stuck everywhere and I was pulling them off of me after I got up. I wish I could say the wax was even worth the torture but it wasn't anything better I can get literally anywhere else. Everyone is, unfortunately, entitled to their views and political alignment. However, as a business owner, its your responsibility to make people feel welcomed, safe and comfortable. I felt none of these things. When I get a wax I want to chat about good movies i've seen recently, not how you think that democratic Portlanders are ruining your business. As a white person who experienced this, I cannot imagine how awful a BIMPOC would feel coming into this place. See this as your warning and take your business elsewhere. read more

This is by far the best waxing shop on the planet. I have mostly been waxed by the owner Angie, and she is extremely talented, professional, and welcoming. I have been waxed a couple times by her friendly associate Maisie who is also wonderful and great at waxing. Every time I get waxed at the Wax Shack, Angie has made me feel comfortable, safe, and taken care of, and I can't imagine going anywhere else. She keeps friendly and engaging conversation, and I always enjoy talking to her. Her shop is clean, beautifully decorated, and just the right temperature. I first started getting waxed by Angie over 2 years ago and continue to come back because of the quality of the waxing services provided, the amazing staff, and the affordable prices. Waxing is an expensive service so it's important to me that the waxing be worth the cost, and the Wax Shack is phenomenal. I also really respect that Angie doesn't charge more for larger clients (some wax places do this and I find it discriminatory and disrespectful). The waxing products Angie uses are kind to my sensitive skin, and I always leave with my legs/Brazilian/underarms/lip areas feeling smooth and free of sticky wax residue. I can be sensitive to scents, but the waxing materials and the hydrating aftercare oil she uses smell nice and are not overpowering. Angie has great attention to detail and makes sure that I leave her shop happy. Also, she has a VERY generous 12 hour cancellation policy and won't charge you if you need to reschedule and call before the 12 hours. I cannot recommend Angie and her shop enough! read more

Where do I start, I really should stop trusting google reviews and come to yelp. This lady is slightly cheaper than others closers to downtown/the pearl. My mistake in trying to save some money because you'll pay in another way. The moment I walked in the room, she was aggressive and rude. For one, she hadn't even cleaned the last person's sheet off before she said several times "put your phone down" 1) as if I'm her child 2) I was very confused as to why she was speaking to a new customer like that, now I know why, because I'm black and she thought I was young. I was donating to a little black boy in the UK who had his finger amputated from bullying. When I told her that , she said "oh". I should've known then to just walk out, again not following my first mind and I paid for it. The underarm wax was fine, but she took so long trying to tell me her life story about her ex boyfriend , and was so excited to tell me about her black boyfriend and how she bought him some Jordans. Her whole conversation had racist undertones & you can just tell that she was born and raised in Oregon with no regards or understanding for the black experience. Now reading the other reviews it makes complete sense. She also was adamant on telling me a " young black girl in her 20's" wrote a review saying she was racist. I'm like hmmm you just feel guilty about that because you are!!!! She was to busy showing me pictures of her boyfriend (I truly did not care at all) that she waxed the same part of my lip THREE TIMES!! The wax was so hot and she stripped a thin layer of my skin and now I have this mark and it burns. Horrible experience. I even tipped her $10 and I regret it, she did not deserve it at all. White people like her are weird and she also got into politics and Joe Biden etc. I just can't. I will never go back to her and I suggest you find another place to support and spend your money. read more

The Wax Shack - A burned lip from over waxing!!!! - Waxing Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Angela is the first person I've ever gone to for a wax and she will be the only person I go to so long as I live in Portland. Her space is incredibly inviting, clean, and professional and she herself is just the best! Upon our first meeting she spoke to me as if we'd been life long friends, she is hilarious and so friendly. Made me feel super comfortable :) Not to mention her waxing skills are superior, shes the only person I ever want to go to for my Brazilians. Thanks so much Angela :) read more

Literally one of the best salon experiences. She's amazing and efficient! Makes you feel really comfortable and welcome. You leave feeling like a new friend. I'm a forever client! Great Brazilian! read more

I had such a shocking experience at this place. I was a regular and always had a great experience every time that I went in. This last visit I was 4 minutes late, but less than a block away. The owner called me and I explained that I rode my bike over and encountered a lot of construction so I was a little late, but I would come right in. She immediately started yelling at me over the phone like she was a verbally abusive parent accosting a child. She called me names and completely disrespected me. I understand being late affects her business, but to yell at someone is a horrible and unprofessional business practice. It hurt my feelings because I thought she was a kind acquaintance, but now I know the kind of person she is. read more

SO MANY thanks to Angie! I had such an enjoyable first time experience with her, she made me feel so comfortable like I've been visiting her regularly and I look forward to seeing her again sometime. I accidentally rushed into my appointment a day earlier than I was scheduled, silly me, and she took me in on the spot not to waste an opportunity for either of us. I understand that taking appointments on a whim is quite the stretch for an owner and I am so grateful for her forgiveness. She does a swift and thorough job, I received a most comfortable and clean wax from this darling woman read more

Just to start, I accidentally booked an appointment at the Wax Shack thinking it was the Wax LOFT - which is a couple of blocks away. I had been going to the LOFT(which is great) regularly before the pandemic and was disappointed by my mistake when I realized I had to quickly run over to a different business a had never been to. This was a while ago, and I have waited to write a review until looking at yelp and realizing how many people had the same experience as me. I got into my appointment and was surprised by how unclean the space was but was already half naked and figured I would just suck it up and continue. As I was getting waxed, I was subjected to the woman's relationship drama, as she told me that her ex boyfriend was rich, and she knows she was great in bed and some astrology stuff I really don't care about. All of a sudden I realized she wasn't wearing a mask...and Covid-19 was still very much a fear. I immediately felt nervous(had even taken a risk with the appointment at all). I couldn't wait for the appointment to end while she rattled on about conspiracies and vague conservative trumpisms. The wax was rough/made me much more red than is normal and overall it was a really bad experience. I work in social services and I can't imagine what she would have said to me if I hadn't made it clear from the get go that her racist, Fox News BS wasn't welcome. Don't support this bozo, there are plenty of clean and respectable places to go in this city for a better wax. read more

I was running a few minutes late so I called to see if I should reschedule. She said to come on in, but was extremely rude when I got there. This lady is not professional or kind. She is incredible at waxing but I would go anywhere else if you would also like to be treated well during your visit. read more

I just had my Brazilian wax done with Angie! I am from CA but am in Oregon often to visit my dad & made a last minute appt for TWS since my place back home just got closed again. This was my first time here! Angie was so professional, friendly, quick, thorough & fun to chat with!! She made the whole appt comfortable & easy. Her shop is so cute & welcoming! She did an amazing job & gave me a couple products to help my sensitive skin, so nice of her! I will definitely return here when I visit & will recommend TWS to everyone in Oregon I know! Thank you Angie!!!!! read more

Angie is the best! Her attention to detail and technique are on point. She's fast, precise and the price is very reasonable.This is the only place I get waxed at and will continue to visit it. Thank you so much guys! Keep it up with the good work. read more

As crazy as it sounds when I moved to Portland I was actually concerned about finding someone I could trust waxing my eyebrows. (Anyone who has experienced a bad wax can see my concern) But needless to say I shouldn't have been worried because I found Angie! She knows what she is doing and gets me in and out without feeling rushed. I always leave happy with the results. More specific reasons why I like Angie/the Wax Shack: - My eyebrows are not naturally symmetrical and I know from experience it is not easy to get them to look right but Angie knows how to make them match and look great. - She's fast and relatively painless- as painless as waxing can be :) - I can get an appointment within a few days of deciding I need them done - Finally I get to support a small business, skip the big chains, and have a great result every time Bottom line: Go to the best, go to Angie. read more

The Wax Shack - Before and after my eyebrow wax- love the results every time - Waxing Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I am honestly VERY torn about how to review this business. Angie, as many other reviews have stated, is VERY good at what she does. Maisie is also really good, and is lovely to boot! And the prices are the best in the Portland area. However, I must say that Angie's customer service skills are really not for me. On one occasion when I was in the waiting room, a woman who'd been waxed before me was paying her bill--and no sooner did the door shut behind than Angie turned to me and said, "man, she's a BITCH." Maybe this is supposed to establish rapport but all it does is make me wonder what you're going to say about me after I leave? She then proceeded to spend my entire wax complaining about various things including other clients/how they had wronged her by being rude, blind, etc. I don't really like idle chatter while I'm being waxed, so I was quiet, and then she asked me if I was in a bad mood, and basically tried to make me feel bad for not jumping on board with her conversation. I've also had battles with her about trying to move an appointment. No confirmation email was sent, just a text at 6pm the night before the appointment. How, when you've just reminded me as you're closing, am I still supposed to give 24 hours notice for the change? To Angie's credit, she ended up helping me move the appointment, but only after I was flagellated for essentially taking money out of her pocket. Parking is also difficult, so plan ahead if you're coming from across town. You will get a great wax, and maybe you'll click with Angie better than I do. I'm not sure if I'll be back because frankly, I'm not sure if she likes me and it's uncomfortable. read more