Complexions

Recently came to Complexions for the first time, for a quick upper lip wax. I work down the street and was excited to see a place with such excellent reviews for wax services right down the road. I called, they had an appointment slot available, so that was that. I walked right over.
The place is cute and clean. It’s on the second floor so you have to buzz to get up to them, by the way.
Anyhow, I was taken back to wax room. The asthetichian did her thang. I loved it. It was relatively painful and she knew what she was doing. She was also very very nice.
Buttttt, here’s the problem.
When I went to check out, $ 15!!! $ 15 for 5mins of a lip wax?! Have you lost your mind?
Unfortunately for Complexions, there are a ton of other places in Chitown that I can go to that won’t charge this ridiculous amount for JUST a lip wax.
Sorry, I won’t return.

This is a hidden gem in the city, better than the big name spas. Monique is amazing, her facials are top-​of-​the-​line, she uses the best products and is passionate about keeping up with the latest technologies and trends. Great location. She also does the best brows in Chicago but the facials are to-​die-​for! Relaxing and they TRULY work wonders for your skin.

Complexions has a new manicurist Girtha Allen. She is fabulous. I’ve been going to her for years in other locations. She is professional and always gives great advice for any type of problem. Her manicures are impeccable, but her pedicures are off the charts.

Monique is an absolute riot. Book her and only her. Waxing, facials, and eyebrow dye are my top experiences with her. She won’t coddle you — if you’re screwing up your complexion, she’ll tell you. My favorite quote: «Christine, you’re beautiful girl, don’t F*** with your face.»
The woman is a master. The space is teeny but she always finds time to squeeze me into her schedule.
WARNING: don’t get a manicure here. The chick that did my nails before my wedding shredded them.