Maxwax

Nothing but the best ! I solely only go to Monika for any waxing, I’ve been to so many places in the city and Monika is the only one who consistently gives me the best results and knows what’s best for my skin. I have very thick hair and have only been waxing for about 5 years with Monika. Highly recommended !

Clean place! nice receptionists both times! went for my first bazillion (mid 40s) so nervous! ELLA was amazing, fast painless I was expecting such pain from reading on line and i’m a wimp! It is intimate for sure… She wore gloves I think you should tip almost price of service in this case. Loved how sweet she was and results!!!

Oh my gosh! Why have I not been here before? It’s only been open for 12 years! This is the best wax, quickest and most appropriately priced, that I’ve ever had. I have been many places in my life in NYC in the search for hair removal.
I am never going anywhere else and have already booked my next appointment. Heena was amazing and I wish all my beauty treatments were this quick and spot on.

I tried this neighborhood wax-​only salon several years ago after a MISERABLE experience at the over-​hyped Bliss. I will never go back to a spa for this type of service. If you want to be able to get in and out with excellent, but efficient, service in a clean, convenient salon, this is the place for you. I have probably tried every person who works here and have never had a bad experience.

Before moving to New York I had only gotten waxes at a spa. As other reviewers have noted, MaxWax is not that. If you want to hear the sounds of a babbling brook to temper the pain of having your hair ripped out of its follicles, go right ahead. For me, I want efficiency and effectiveness — MaxWax delivers on both counts. Who wants their waxing process to be slow and enduring anyawy? It’s how waxing should be in New York. I don’t think I’ve ever been in there for more than 15 minutes at a time.
I’ve gotten eyebrow, bikini and lip waxes here. Best bikini waxes I’ve had for sure. Everyone there is very skilled — quick but not reckless and very professional. The receptionists I’ve dealt with have all been very friendly as well.
As I’ve alluded to, convenience and efficiency reign supreme in my world. I can’t speak to the other location (s?), but the UWS location is right off the 72^nd st. subway. On my way back from picking up my dry cleaning on Monday I remembered that I had been meaning to get a wax and kept putting it off. I called MaxWax at 6pm, made an appointment for 6:30pm, and was in and out no problem. That’s why this place is great.

I had a good wax. Not amazing, but solid. They are rushing people in and out of here like CRAZY, so I’d stay out if you feel like having a relaxing spa experience. Being a New Yorker, I’d take a wax on the subway if I could get it.

I’ve been to MaxWax many times and I thought it was about time to write a review. I’ve got my eyebrows, legs and bikini waxed on multiple occasion and my experience with MaxWax has always been great, which is a hard feat considering how tough waxing can be. Everyone is super professional and the results are always awesome. I highly recommend MaxWax to anyone in the NYC area in need of a wax!

Fine, no frills waxing. I had my eyebrows done with Heena, who was quick, professional, and friendly. I had over-​plucked my brows, so while the wax job didn’t turn out perfectly, she did the best she could under less than perfect circumstances!
BTW, they are right above Levain Bakery – you have to be buzzed to be let in!

So you’re a middle aged guy and all of a sudden you notice that there seems to be hair growing out of your ears — not good. Never waxed before but these ears have to be dealt with. Got an appointment and maxwax rocked it out — didn’t take even 5 minutes, didn’t hurt at all and looks perfect. Great shop, great service, I know I’ll be back.

I’ve been going to Monika at Maxwax for years. I stopped going for awhile to try threading my eyebrows, but they made them crooked! I don’t EVER have to worry about looking bad when I see Monika. Plus, I never have to wait more than a couple of minutes for my scheduled appointment, and if I happen to want to come earlier, I just call and the receptionist tells me if it’s okay. Really great place that’s clean and that provides good service!

Been going for years. Wouldn’t think of going anywhere else. The owner of the business, Eileen, is terrific. As is Heena, my favorite technician.

Quick, easy & perfectly how I wanted my brows & lip! Very clean salon & was able to walk in with no wait. Definitely will be coming back to the sweetest lady I had, Marina! Amy, the receptionist was also super friendly & helpful on my first time visit!

My experience at Max Wax was incredible. The salon is beautiful, professional and well-​kept, with great customer service. They were accommodating and quick, while paying attention to me and making sure all my needs were met. Also, the prices are surprisingly affordable. I got my full face and brows done by Bozenna, who was a sheer delight. Generally when I get waxed my skin gets irritated or breaks out. In the waxing room, Bozenna explained to me the different waxes and on examining my face and hair, determined hard wax would be better suited. She was right! I did not experience any irritation after and the waxing itself was less painful. My eyebrows, also, have never looked this good before. Additionally, during the process she was very personable and thorough with the hair removal. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone in NYC!

I came here on a recommendation from a friend and I am glad I did. It was my first time getting a wax and I was really nervous. The receptionist (I think her name was Helen) was really nice, comforting and friendly. Considering that, that is the first person you come in contact with when you walk in it was nice. I cannot stand rude staff.
I came at my appointment time and was seen right away. The salon itself is beautiful and modern. Everyone was professional and friendly, they really try to take the edge off especially if it is your first time. The procedure itself was quick and not painful (for a first time I expected worse). Overall, I had a great experience here and will definitely be coming back.

This place is awesome! I came in for my appointment and I didn’t wait at all. I was greeted by a nice girl who sat at the front desk. The wax was quick and painless. I’ll definitely be returning!

Best wax I’ve had in a while. Marina was fast and thorough. Men’s waxing isn’t always the best and after years of shopping around I will definitely be back.

MaxWax has everything I look for in a waxing salon. The place is small but clean, the receptionist was really friendly on the phone and in person, and Heena, my technician, was efficient and fast. Even though I’d gone a while without getting a bikini wax, the wax they used was far less painful than the wax used at most places I’ve gone. In and out in 10 minutes.

No double dipping! Clean and professional! Booking an appointment was quick and simple. The salon is cozy and the technicians are trained professionals. My sphinx was flawless! For newbies, I recommend a quick introduction and conversation to distract you from the initial sting.

I’m pretty modest so I was afraid of getting my bikini wax. The girl at the front desk was friendly and comforting. But all changed when I get in the room with the technician, Maria. She was so all business and downright cold. I had explained my anxiety but she blew it off. The procedure was EXTREMELY painful and in one area my natural reflex moved my thigh. She literally fussed at me and told me I messed up her little cloth piece covering the wax. I mean, I can’t understand why when she knows I’m nervous and she can tell by my buckets of sweat that it really hurts, that she was so unwilling to make me more comfortable. Instead she poured salt on my wounds. I would go back to the salon but no way will I let Maria ever touch me again. Heartless cold angry woman…

I’ve been going to maxwax since they opened. Although I’ve gotten burns a few times waxing, I really trust them. I have extremely sensitive skin and have gotten horrible burns and breakouts from other places.
My only complaint is the privacy — the rooms are open to the ceiling so you listen to those getting their privates waxed. The waiting area is the check-​out area, so you hear everyone’s waxing details.
I also agree with other patrons who wish they put some cold hands or ice after ripping the wax like many other places do. It really reduces the swelling and pain.
All in all, I really trust them and have been loyally trusting them with hot wax on my most delicate areas for years. I recommend.