Been going to this location since the beginning of this year and I'm pleased to say I have yet to be disappointed with their service. Amanda always makes sure I'm comfortable, and is an absolute joy to be around. She manages to keep your mind occupied with fun and humorous banter, while waxing with the professionalism of a medical practitioner. She makes the entire process easy and less daunting than it would be otherwise and I can't recommend her enough for all your waxing needs. As someone with male parts, this place is very accommodating and transparent about the entire process and has me feeling comfortable and relaxed during every session. I encourage anyone interested to give them a try! Even if it's your first time or your fifth time, you'll find very little fault with this place in my opinion. read more

This is located on Willow Glen. I came here for an underarm waxing, and it was a great experience! They were quick, kind, and very professional. They made sure the whole procedure was sanitary. I would definitely recommend this place to my friend and to anyone. Also, I will note that this was my first time doing this. I heard it was supposed to hurt but it was so quick I did not even feel pain. Service: Everyone was friendly and professional. Parking: Right by a parking garage that has free parking yay! read more

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There is a parking lot nearby and a street parking as well. The staff was friendly and welcoming. The check in process was quick and easy. I did the eyebrow waxing and it went by fast. It didn't hurt and my eyebrows turned out nice. I never had my eyebrows waxed before so I was nervous leading up to it. However the staff was helpful and reassured me. Definitely would do it again. read more

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First time coming and it's located in a convenient location off Lincoln Ave with many restaurants and shops. The lobby is nice, spacious and bright. Once you get inside the room. It's clean and organized. The staff is very friendly and do a good job waxing. It didn't hurt that much and it was done quickly. Parking is limited in the garage and it gets full easily during weekends. Plan for extra time to look for parking. Please note that if it's your first time and you look for the street # 1100 on Lincoln Ave, it leads you to the wrong building with locked doors. This place isn't a suite inside the #1100 building. I went next door to the creamery to ask and the workers inside doesn't know where the wax place is at either. Once you find the salon, it only has 150 outside (looks like 150 Lincoln Ave) and nowhere it references the street number of 1100. It would have been nice if they put more correct signs to point people to the right direction, or even add a stand on the walkway to make it more obvious for people not familiar with the area. The way they put the numbers is confusing. After I checked-in, I was told that they sent an email to specify the location and parking situation, which I didn't see it before I left for the appointment. It turned out the email was only sent less than 45 mins before my appt time. That's sent too late. IMHO, It should have been sent at least 24 hours before to give people enough time to read it. It's nice you sent such a helpful email but you can't expect people can read it within such a short time especially when they're driving. read more

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I had the free eyebrow waxing. Very polite service and a very great job well done. Receptionist was very friendly, she is also the one who did my eyebrows. My only feedback is that on this particular day (and I understand being short staffed), after I checked in for my 10:15am appt, I had to wait quite a bit. Not drastically long, and I understand things happen, but I would've appreciated a little more prompter greeting at the front. :) But overall, my experience was a 10/10! I'll definitely be back :) read more

5 stars and let me tell you why... I came on a Monday late afternoon. Parking was easy to find, but once again, It was Monday. If you are coming on a weekend, parking would be a bit more of a hassle, but this is a busy and enjoyable area and you may be coming for more than a wax. (Lunch?) Location!! Right off Lincoln in downtown willow glen next to numerous shops and restaurant. It's easy to find as it's very close to an intersection. It's in the middle of willow glen creamery and El Halal amigos. The establishment was pristine and I was greeted with a smile. My waxer was Faith who was very gentle and easy to talk to. I came in to get my brows cleaned up. I don't need much waxing as my hair doesn't grow much, but I wanted to check out this place for daughter as she has 3x the amount of brow hair. Monica works the front and does check in and she was very sweet. The nice thing about this place is first timers get a 20% discount. That's always nice, as in self care, you never know if you will like a place or not, so the discount helps. The prices were not steep at all and I believe everything was priced just right. There's even a membership called club orange which Gives you some nice perks! Highly considering it! Definitely visiting again read more

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Had the most delightful experience at waxing the city in Willow Glenn. My esthetician, Amanda was the best! She was so polite, kind, gentle, and charming-I felt like she was one of my bffs right away! She was definitely an experienced professional! I walked in and was greeted immediately by the friendly staff members. The interior is beautifully sleek and clean. This location has been open for one year now and celebrating its anniversary currently. They have deep discounts for club orange members or flexibility for walk in appointments too. Definitely coming back for future waxing appointments! Check out waxing the city for all your waxing needs! read more

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Noelle's Yelp Notebook 2025 Waxing the City is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose. It's on Lincoln Avenue (close to Willow and Lincoln). It's nextdoor to one of my family's favorite restaurants, El Halal Amigos. Parking is difficult on a busy day. There is street parking (impossible), a private parking lot (ground level) and second story parking (couldn't find handicap access which made it challenging with my sprained ankle). Waxing the City offers a relaxing and calm ambiance. The foyer is welcoming. The room where I was waxed was clean. I've been going to Amanda for my wax needs for over a decade. She's amazing, professional, kind, and makes your entire waxing experience a breeze. In my eighteen consecutive years of being Yelp Elite, I highly recommend Amanda to my family and friends. Waxing the City offers many different wax service for both women and men. They also offer an orange pass where you are billed monthly for any particular service you decide and get a discount, if you don't use it, the service rolls over and can be used later. 4 Yelp Stars in my Yelp Notebook. Due to parking challenges, one star deducted. So if you're looking for a great person to handle your waxing needs to Amanda at Waxing the City! Noelle's Notes Ask for Amanda Nextdoor to El Halal Amigos Parking is difficult Great place for waxing They take Apple Pay read more

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Amanda was amazing and made me feel welcome and calm during my session. I decided to get my upper lip waxed vs. eyebrows. It was fast and not painful. The other 2 women working there were also very nice and friendly. read more

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Saw a couple locations popping up in San Jose for this place. Opted to try the Willow Glen location as it is closer to my house. I have been an avid EWC goer for years but have found their pricing going up and up. I booked with Mackenzie for a full Brazilian wax. Wow was I surprised at how painless my service was! I'm not sure if the wax used is different but I felt nothing. Mackenzie was also super friendly and made me very comfortable during the service. They offer waxing packages and a pass that offers a percentage off services. The studio was clean and temperature controlled. After such a great experience I might have found my new wax place. Thank you Mackenzie! Definitely recommend checking them out. read more

Went in for an eyebrow wax today and I had a wonderful time today getting waxed by Amanda! This being my first time getting waxed in general, I was a bit nervous but Amanda was super calming and quick/professional about it that it didn't hurt at all. The experience felt very personal which is what made this place stand out to me - I would highly recommend this spot for waxing services! read more

My first time ever getting my eyebrows waxed. I usually get them threaded so I was a little nervous about waxing. Jasmine did an amazing job, it was painless for me and there was a nice soothing cream/gel that was applied beforehand. I really love how clean it turned out and my boyfriend was happy that I don't have a unibrow anymore (jokes) read more

The environment is super clean and welcoming. The staff is super friendly. The services they provide is phenomenal and they offer a generous discount for first timers and a great membership options. Would recommend this place read more

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I came to know of this business when I was volunteering at a Willow Glen event and I won a gift certificate to the place and wanted to try it out. They offer mainly waxing services which I do not use but they also offered eyebrow tinting that got my attention. The place is located on the main street and while there is limited street parking and it's always hard to find a spot, there is covered and uncovered parking behind the building. I have sparse eyebrows and fill them in with Anastasia gel. When I was at the salon during the volunteer event, one of the staff members told me that if I tinted my eyebrows, then I would not need to fill them in. This is without seeing what my actual brows looked like. I took her word for it and made an appointment. On the day of the appointment, I called and asked if I needed to shape my brows (threading) before coming. I was told it would help but it was not needed. The place was not busy when I arrived and I was helped right, the woman who helped me told me each step in the process and that was helpful. But, I was very disappointed in the final result. The tinting is done on existing hair and since I have sparse eyebrows and because I had not shaped them prior to the treatment, my eyebrows were uneven but darker which is not good because it now highlights them even more. I expected more filled out brows and I still have to use the gel because otherwise, I have uneven, thin brows. I went on a Monday and I am writing this review on the following Friday. One eyebrow is already lighter then the other. I am disappointed and would give this place only 3 starts but the people are amazing! read more

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I had the pleasure of getting waxed by Abby. I had the absolute best experience from the moment I walked in to the moment I left. Abby was very detailed and easy to talk to. She made the entire experience very enjoyable. I didn't know this when I booked but you get 50% off your first wax. Try it out & If you come here I highly recommend you book with Abby! read more

This is my first time having brazilian wax in Waxing the City located in Willow Glen. I know this place since Noelle, my friend posted online and she also wrote an amazing review here on Yelp. That made me really want to try. I went straight ahead made the appointment with Amanda, and let me tell you, it was an amazing experience from start to the end. She made me feel comfortable despite my last brazilian wax was almost a decade ago. I chose the Smooth and Soothe Brazilian, and I love having the oil and steam afterwards, it really did smooth my private area skin. The place is very clean and neat from the moment you walked in. Somebody greeted me and I feel welcomed. They also sell some merchandise for you to use at home which I think so useful and the price is cheaper too compared to online. Parking is easy but can be quite busy during lunch or weekend. But I definitely be coming back for other services. read more

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Love my lash lift by Jasmine! I've never had one before but love the results. I hate wearing mascara and was looking for a natural alternative. Total cost was $130, including tip. read more

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Amanda is absolutely amazing! She is professional, gentle, and makes you feel completely comfortable from start to finish. Her technique is quick and thorough, and she really pays attention to detail. The space is clean, welcoming, and you can tell she truly cares about her clients. I've had the best experience every time minimal pain and great results. Highly recommend Amanda if you're looking for someone skilled and trustworthy. I won't go to anyone else! read more

I saw Amanada on March 11th for a manzillian. She is personable, calm, efficient and a good consultant for details. We discussed other places to wax for a better look and we agreed on some further modifications. She's also very sensitive, putting powder on some of the more sensitive areas. I highly recommend her and plan to see her again. The place is very clean and well-lit and the staff is very friendly. It feels comfortable and professional without being too clinical. Note to the guys: not many places offer manzillians; this is the place to come and Amanda is the person to see. read more

Place was so clean and unlike European wax center they supplied wipes to be able to wipe yourself before and after the visit. Amanda brought me back to life. Making the appointment was easy and simple and convenient too. read more

I've been getting waxed for a good 15 years and this place has been the best spot yet! Amanda is a gem- she's sweet, personable, thorough, and does amazing work. I've followed her from EWC and I'm so glad she's here now. Appointments are not rushed and they think of all the little details - they provide covers, wipes, even phone chargers if your phone is in need. Best of all- proper time is allotted for your service so there's no hurried jobs and nothing is missed. The location is also perfect - you can't beat Willow Glen charm! Super happy I found this spot :) read more

I was a long time client at European Wax centers but I rarely had the same waxer as staff turnover seemed high. And the vibe just wasn't that nice. Waxing the City is very close to my house. It is very clean and Amanda has been awesome. I like the ease of booking online & it is close to several restaurants so I pick up take out after my appointment; most recently at Burma Roots. Thanks Amanda for great service. read more

I've been coming here regularly every 4-6 weeks for Brazilians and have always had a great experience. I've never had any reactions, and my skin is always smooth afterward. It's not completely hairless every time, but the estheticians have explained that this is normal depending on growth cycles, which I appreciate. The service is consistently amazing and everyone is super friendly. I always see Shana, and she makes me feel comfortable, is very knowledgeable, and does a great job every time. The reason I'm giving it a 4 is because the first few times I went, my friend and I got our brows waxed and neither of us were exactly thrilled about our results, but we tried other services and had great experiences:) read more

They never answer their phones. They also canceled my last appointment since the women either didn't show up or couldn't do it and asked me to come in at a later date. I've also tried to cancel my orange membership- I left a message, but it also says to email, but there isn't an email address to send it to. It's not worth the hassle and you can find better places that are more responsive. read more

I have been here twice now since they recently opened and Emma is the best when it comes to giving me perfectly groomed and natural looking brows. Since I have pale skin and red hair, my eyebrows can be nearly invisible and make my face just feel a bit blank without adding color to the brows. Both times I got a brow wax and a brow tint. In the past at other places I have sometimes come out with a crazy shape or a far too dark tint for my fair skin and hair. She got it just right. All the staff I've encountered are welcoming and helpful. The place is immaculately clean, which is obviously important for these types of services. Definitely recommend this place and my new eyebrow wiz, Emma! read more

Super clean! Very nice workers! Had a wonderful experience with getting waxed and super gentle and charismatic. Would recommend anyone and everyone to go here read more

I can admit, I WAS a European Wax girlie, but after trying this place out, I'm like European wax who?!! I've been with them for about a year now, and let me tell you they are 100% better. They don't make you feel as if you need to buy passes and the employees are very friendly. I don't feel rushed during my appointments. Jasmine is an absolute gem! All the waxers are very professional with great personalities. I did get the monthly pass after I looked into it. $60 a month, definitely worth it. I'm very glad they opened up this location. The only downfall is parking so give yourself a little extra time to find parking. read more

Great job jasmine. Thank you for thank you for taking me in as a walk in and doing a great job! I'll be back.

Fayth is the sweetest Love her energy so much, she made me feel so comfortable and did an amazing job with my wax! 10/10 experience :)

Congratulations on your grand opening today! I received a waxing from Taylor (sorry, I called you saylor) ...but it was great! I've been to European wax and had waxing at other places, but the wax that was used today was amazing. Taylor has a great technique and attention to detail. The owners and family were present, which was really nice getting to meet them. The salon is nice and clean and I look forward to trying other services provided. I wish then great success ! read more

I had a great experience with the service provided. Amanda did an excellent job on my eyebrows, nose, and back. As a guy, getting these types of services can sometimes feel a bit uncomfortable, but the staff was very welcoming and made the whole process easy and comfortable. I truly appreciated their professionalism and willingness to help. Highly recommend! read more

This place does not cater to transwomen. Even worse, when calling to book an appointment I was told "we don't provide services to men". To be clear, I am not questioning the right of a business to refuse service. That is not the problem. But calling me "man" after explicitly identifying myself as a "transgender woman" in the interest of full transparency is incredibly hurtful and leaves a sense that the person I spoke with is a transphobic hater. I have been a Waxing the City patron since the first opening in Denver, CO, and always been treated with respect and decorum at locations in Colorado, Arizona, and California. This is an shockingly negative experience from a business I have always held in the highest regard. read more

This was my first time making an appointment I schedule a Brazilian wax. I had high hopes considering the reviews were good. Everything went well at first they were nice made me feel welcome. But after the appointment was over my area was very overly tender felt raw and I ended up getting a very bad allergic reaction to there products and wasn't comfortable for days definitely don't recommend coming here would never come back. read more

I went for my first brow wax at Waxing the City with Jasmine. I did the lip-mask add on as well. Jasmine did a beautiful job. I hadn't had my brows waxed for a while and I'd thought it might be a bit painful. It wasn't at all. The lip mask left my lips very nicely moisturized, too. I will come back again. Thank you! read more

Jasmine and Emma are my go to girls! They both have years of experience with waxing. They are super knowledgeable. Highly recommend if you want a quick and precise wax :) read more

I've been getting waxed for the last 10 years and Jasmine at Waxing the city was the best wax I've had. She was clearly knowledgeable & made me feel very comfortable. Highly recommend! read more

Easy booking system, clean and comfortable office, and everyone I've interacted with has been welcoming and friendly. Emma is a wizard, very professional and listens to your opinions, concerns, and makes magic happen! read more

I was honestly excited to try a new waxing place that's closer to home but unfortunately i'm not happy with the outcome of my service. I got a brazilian and the esthetician rushed through the service and finished in less than 12 minutes. At first I thought that was a good thing until I realized that she missed a few areas. Not worth your money ladies. read more

Love this place and there work that was done. Thank you to Abby for her explanded work would recommend to first timers to this location and do request Abby she knows what she is doing. read more

I followed my girl, Emma, from her previous wax spot because she's literally a waxing goddess!! Also, this location is absolutely fab, way more relaxing and welcoming than any other waxing studio I have been too in the area!! read more