GROOMED L.A.

Argyle Spa at the Sunset Tower hotel. Old world Hollywood elegance meets up to the minute services. WOWZA!

Who knew the Sunset Tower's ARGYLE SPA was such a cool spot?!  (Not to mention the hotel! Seriously old world Hollywood glam. I am taking my hubby there on our next date night for cocktails on the roof.) 

The spa is actually the home of the Brazilian Blowout and they do everything here from full on med-spa services to Acupuncture to hair, to mani-pedi's, waxing, tanning, and the list goes on!

But what really made me ecstatic was that when you book a massage, along with it, you get an INSANE private session in their fabulous marble Turkish Hammam - literally the most amazing sensual experience I've had in...well...forever. Honestly, you just have to try it to believe it. Press a button and a waterfall runs over your body while you relax in a steam filled room, with water - everywhere. 

My therapist, Arianna, was fantastic. This was not your run of the mill homogenized hotel massage (the spa is not owned by the hotel, but a real spa's spa) but rather a deep and in-tuned session by a very educated and aware therapist. 

After the session, given in a glorious suite (and I mean classy, crisp stunning) you are offered more time to chill and take a bath in their humunggousss tub that fills up with so much water, it's like being in your own pool (compared to my apt tub, that is).  They wont rush you, so take your time and soak it up! 

This makes an amazing gift, if you're in need of a cool prezzie for someone, or even better, why not treat yourself to an end-of-summer detox/get ready-for-fall spa day? You're worth it!

For $120, why not make a day out of it?

 

MASSAGES

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ARGYLE CUSTOM MASSAGE

At the Argyle, we understand that every person has specific needs and preferences when it comes to receiving massage therapy. Thus, we offer this purely customized massage treatment personalized and tailored just for you. 

Our therapists will take a few minutes to discuss your previous experiences and explore the vast possibilities available to you in order to ensure every minute of your massage is poignant and specific to your needs and desires. Among the leaders in the industry of professional massage therapy, our therapists are adept in a multiple of styles and hand techniques. 
50, 80, 110 minutes - $120/$170/$230

ARGYLE AMBASSADOR MASSAGE

The Argyle Signature Massage is powerfully therapeutic and deeply relaxing. This treatment was masterfully devised to blend the most effective aspects of Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue and Shiatsu Technique. Throughout the treatment, heated towels, eye pillows, hot pads and warm stones are incorporated. Including reflexology and scalp massage this treatment has it all. Enjoy the offerings of a multitude of massage styles and treatments with this, our most luxurious and indulgent massage. Perfect for the first timer or the seasoned spa veteran. 
80 minutes - $180

FOUR HANDED MASSAGE

Our massage four-hands is the perfect blend of choreographed flow and focus on specific areas. Incorporating both mirrored and individual massage movements, two expert massage therapists combine their prowess and energy to create a bodywork experience unlike any other available. The result is a totally balanced massage that will render you speechless. 
50 minutes - $240 

PRE & POST NATAL MASSAGE

Please inquire about our Pre and Post-Natal Massages.

MASSAGE ENHANCEMENTS

Buddha Nose Therapeutic Balms, $25.00
Hot Stones, $40.00
Salt Scrub, $40.00
Sugar Scrub, $40.00
Seaweed Detox Crystal Bath, $40.00
Milk Bath, $40.00
Additional Suite Time, 20 minutes $40.00

HAMMAM & BATHS

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HAMMAN

Tucked away in our spa, resides a rarity in the western world: A true Turkish bath, referred to as Hammam. A Turkish Hammam is a low steam-heated room which exfoliates and detoxes the body while the mind relaxes. Our Hammam is loved by all who have experienced it, and has become a 'must have experience' for all our jet setter clients while visiting LA. The warmth of the Hammam opens your pores and allows for your body to relax and detoxify - the perfect way to start your spa treatments. 

Upon entering our Hammam, we supply you with our beloved Argyle Signature Sugar Scrub, cool towels and drinking water to rehydrate. This is the best way to start any of your spa treatments so you receive the deepest and full lasting results of the therapy, and leave the Argyle in a completely blissful, rejuvenated state. Your Hammam time is private and only for your personal use. 25 minutes
Single Person Hammam: $25.00, Couples Hammam: $40.00 


ARGYLE SIGNATURE BATHS
 
After your spa treatment, include one of our Signature Baths to your experience to further detoxify, relax, and refresh your body, mind, and spirit. Salt baths enjoyed immediately after a massage can increase your detoxification by over 60 percent.  

MILK BATH
 
Indulge in one of natures greatest beauty treatments, just like Cleopatra. Milk baths are full of Lactic Acid, a naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acid found in milk, which has an exfoliating effect on the skin - cleansing it down to it's deepest layers. Our Milk Bath is further enriched in almond oil and a soft vanilla scent. Leaving your skin clean, soft and irresistibly silky smooth. 20 minutes, $40.00 

SEAWEED DETOX CRYSTAL BATH

The ocean is the source of all life, and has powerful therapeutic effects on the mind, body, and spirit. OSEA’s Seaweed Detox Crystal Bath harnesses the healing power of the sea, to restore balance. Rich in sea trace minerals and exotic salts from around the world, this bath helps with detoxification, water retention, AND softens your skin to perfection. Bathe in the Sea of Life. 20 minutes, $40.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

http://www.argylela.com/

8358 W Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90069-1516 (310) 623-9000 Open Tue 9am-7pm; Wed-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-7pm Bus: Sunset / Kings

 

Directions - Is this accurate?

 

Best laser hair removal in town. As in, it's been 4 weeks, 1 treatment, and me like hairless cat. COMPLETELY BARE - Beverly Hills.

When laser hair removal caught my attention over ten years ago, I thought, Aha! No more-painful vag-waxin for me! Too bad, 5 treatments and $1000 later, my hopes for a wax-less future were squashed.  The hair grew back, in bits and pieces, and to me, looked worse than ever. I resigned myself to a life of pain and in-growns.

When the spanking brand new Completely Bare opened up in Beverly Hills and offered me a treatment, I said I'll pass on the laser, thank you, and try my old stand by, the rip and ouch wax. 

As my appointment neared, I thought, this is really silly of me, if I am going to report on what is known as the best laser hair removal spot across the country, I need to go for it.  I figured I would at least try it on my underarms.  I was still a bit non-plussed as I know it can take up to 6 treatments to really do anything, and that can add up $$$.  So I wondered if it was worth it to just try one session...?  I did hear tales of one laser session knocking hair out for a month, but still, I was weary.  Ahh, what the heck, I decided to try it if only to report back on what it feels like.

Well, I've started saving up. In less than 10 painless minutes, both underarms were done.  I litereally felt nothing.  And, it's been 4 weeks, and I have no regrowth yet!!  HUH?!!

Complelty Bare, owned by Cindy Barshop, a kick-ass entrepreneur and cast member of The Real Housewives of New York City, knows what she's doing.  (Read more about her quest for hairlessness, here). She has created a hair-free mecca here.  Down to an awesome product line!

The spa is under the medical direction of the brilliant Dr. Kristin Pressman, whom I have written about before and featured on Groomed L.A. several times (in fact, she's my Bio Identical hormone doctor!!  Not to mention, she does lovely conservative freezer and filler work and knows her way around a Vi-Peel!).

I am beyond sold on laser.  My lord, those machines have come a loongggg way from yesteryear. My pits looks stunning. (Wow, did I just say that?  Four words I never imagined saying in my life.)

So, I will start saving up and buy myself a package to completle my underarm magic.  Then, it'll be onto legs, face and lastly, bikini.  Gotta save the best for last.

OH - I've sent people there for wax and they've reported back it's lovely.

 

436 N Bedford Dr
Ste 304 - THIS IS IMPORTANT!! NOT LISTED IN THE DIRECTORY IN LOBBY!
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

(855) 366-6060

www.completelybare.com/

WHAT ::

completely safe, completely effective, completely proven... the completely bare difference.

Regardless of your skin type or hair type, when it comes to laser or IPL hair removal, completely bare has over 13 years experience, knowledge and technology to deliver the most effective results. Our highly-trained specialists tailor each client's treatment to their unique hair removal needs using gentle, non-invasive solutions for unwanted hair anywhere on the face or body. completely bare offers complementary consultations to help you make the best decision for your individual needs.

completely bare method:

• Our completely bare method, training and certification of specialists ensure that anyone, regardless of hair and skin type, can successfully obtain the most effective service.

Laser System: Laser Hair Removal is a faster, gentler way to remove unwanted hair, with great results. Laser Hair Removal light targets the melanin in the hair follicles that lie beneath the skin. The light bypasses the skin and heats the hair, right down to the bottom of the root, destroying it without damaging surrounding tissue or skin. As long as there is some color in your hair (even blond hair has enough color), then our laser hair removal system will be effective, leaving your skin smooth and hair free.

These are other places we treat...you're not the only one with hair there...

• Inner bum
• Labia
• Toes
• Stomach Line
• Ears
• Areola
• Etc

Cindy's Truths...

• It is less painful than a wax...
• It absolutely eliminates ingrown hairs after the third treatment ...YAY!
• Yes, it is more expensive than waxing up front...but if you wax forever, not the case...
• Yes, you might need more or less than six sessions depending on the body part and because of dormant hair follicles...
• Each treatment your hair grows back finer...but on larger body parts it may grow in patchy...but soon skin will be smooth and hair-free...
• completely bare lasers treats tanned complexions...but not fresh from the beach skin...
• completely bare treats any area on your body...including your bum...
• No, lasers will not remove gray hairs...
• Your treatments should be spread out every four to eight weeks...

The specialists at completely bare advise that that you shave, in between all laser hair removal sessions to maximize post-treatment results.

***Hair removal is safe, quick and effective. Most clients report no more discomfort than a quick pinching sensation. Due to the natural growth cycles of your hair, six treatments spaced four to six weeks apart are generally required for a completely successful course of laser or IPL hair removal treatment.***

Tara checks out Brentwood's new Nail Garden and hooks up Groomed LA readers with a 15% DISCOUNT!

Has your regular trip to the nail salon lost that lovin’ spa feeling?  Ready to treat your tootsies to the pampering that they deserve?  Well slide those neglected stems into your favorite spring sandals and get ready, because the Nail Garden has arrived in the Westside.

The already infamous Nail Garden, with branches in Studio City, Sherman Oaks and Burbank, has just opened its newest nail salon, conveniently located in the Brentwood Gardens. It’s the perfect spot for a spa trip before meeting the girls for a quick bite or shopping for the right top at Ron Herman to match your fabulous new nail color.

The Nail Garden’s modern decor and chill lounge music gives the nail salon a relaxingly fresh vibe. Combined with complementary coffee and drinks, I was feeling pampered even before I picked out my nail color.  And best of all, to my surprise, the nail polish station was completely filled with every OPI color imaginable. I easily found my favorite sultry red, named “Vodka and Caviar.”  Yum!

The Nail Garden has lots of different reasonably priced spa packages available, or clients can pick and choose treatments to design their own spa experience. I treated my neglected digits to the Indulgence Bliss Spa Combo.

But before my spa experience even began, my nail technician brought out a brand new sterile package of nail utensils that she opened up in front of me. And I was informed that each massage chair has a Backflow Prevention System that keeps the basin clean and fresh. Love it!

My intoxicating spa treatment included a marine cooling mask, a sea salt scrub and a warm lotion massage. As my hands and feet were delightfully softening in the paraffin wax, I relaxed into the hands of my technician who gave me a neck and shoulder massage - all included in the package.  By the time my nails were being painted, I felt my body was completely relaxed and refreshed from head to toe.

I was so happy with my nail service that I popped into one of the well-designed treatment rooms for a quick arm wax. Fab! Other treatments include a full waxing service menu, eyelash and brow tinting, lash extensions, teeth whitening and a wonderful kids’ mai/pedi menu, for children 10 and under.

The Nail Garden is the perfect location for hosting a Garden Spa Party with friends or a Princess Party for the kidos. Or meet up with the girls for the Nail Garden’s weekly Happy Hour. That’s right!  Just book a manicure-pedicure combo on Monday to Wednesday between 5:00 to 8:00pm get a glass of wine on the house. Love it!

And for our fabulous readers….. Receive 15% off any service at any one of the 4 Nail Garden locations when you mention Groomed-LA.

For more information check out the Nail Garden at www.nailgarden.com

Or to book an appointment at the Nail Garden in Brentwood gardens call (310)979-0808.

Or drop in at 11677 San Vicente Blvd. # 112, Brentwood CA 90049.

  

xo Tara Sizlo

Style Bar Beverly Hills. Mani-pedis/ blow-outs & make-up applications - $33 each!

time not your friend these days?

How about getting all three of these services -- at once?

Blow outs are $33....make-up is $33.....and wait, a mani & pedi is $33!

At STYLE BAR BH - the new chic, modern "beauty express bar in Bev Hills.

I sent my super busy manager friend Shawn Simon to sample the offerings.  Her goal: to get some serious grooming after a meeting at 5:15, be in and out and back to the Soho House by 6:45, and looking smashing at that.  Mission accomplished.  She had her hair blown out, full on evening make up applied and her nails were shiny and new.  She looked and felt fab! She loved the place!

Style Bar BH offers blowouts, makeup application, and manicures & pedicures for under $100 and they get guests in and out in under one hour.

Guests experience luxury, high quality, affordable services that can be performed two at a time, catering to time constraints and a desire to get all beauty services under one roof.

 They offer a full service menu with an array of must-have beauty additions from hair cut and hair color, to eyelash extensions, and luxe scalp treatments. 

Style Bar BH

136 S Beverly Dr.,

Beverly Hills, CA, 90212.

For more information visit www.StyleBarBH.com or call 310.858.2400.

 “Everyone in LA has someplace to be, and who doesn’t want to look more glamorous in under one hour?

 

HERE'S A MAMA'S DAY PROMO!

Bring your mom in to Style Bar anytime the week of Mother's Day and she will get a free scalp massage and manicure (20 dollar value)!

Bigger is Better at Le Posh Spa l Salon l Lounge

 

There's a new spa in town.  I'd like to call this doozey, a MEGA SPA.

LE POSH SPA SALON LOUNGE

(dj included)

This place is massive.  And beautiful.  And massive.  Did I say that?  A one-stop-urban escape-shop right on Sunset blvd.

They've got it all going on.  And when I say all I mean: a 5 star service on mani/pedis (kids too!)/wax/massage, body therapy/extensive menu of exclusive high-end body treatments, facials, peels/men's grooming/hair cuts, color, treatments/boutique and YOGA CLASSES!

To make things as luxurious as possible, pull right up to the complimentary valet parking and toast your day off with a free glass champagne upon check in.   And there's a private VIP-treatment suite for those days when you have to cut loose from the paparazzi that's been hanging on your tail all day.  One room is called the Vichy room, sporting an overhead 14-head shower with Hydrotherapy jets that can be custom blended with aromatherapy oils to rain on you during your body treatment to improve circulation and amp up your mind/body relaxation experience. 

The treatment rooms are exquisite.  The spa design is Zen minimal/modern opulence/luxe (DJ booth included), all orange, white and wood with Birch tree-theme running throughout.

I tried the Le Posh Signature Seaweed Birch Wrap ($140) - a dry brush exfoliation followed by a seaweed birch infused wrap, warm blanket wrap and beyond divine deep massage top off.  The spa uses the  state of the art Biologique Recherche product line in all their treatments and I was drenched in their body moisturizer from head to toe afterwards.  My therapist was incredible. Strong, knowledgeable and right on point.

 

Check out their services here 

Get yogified with their Yoga Schedule here

 

Le Posh Spa Salon Lounge

7551 W Sunset Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90046

323-851-5558

 

There's a top new Brazilian Bikini waxer in town. And they want to wax you - Completely FREE

 

COMPLETELY BARE IS SOON TO BE TAMING HAIRY BUSHES IN BEVERLY HILLS.

http://www.completelybare.com/

why not go for spring cleaning - for free?

 

completely bare spas, awarded one of the nation's top hair removal spas, is going national!  New locations in Beverly Hills, Atlanta & Dallas are bringing NYC's best tech's to ladies (and gents) all over the US.

To redeem, call 855.366.6060 to book!

QUEEN BEE WAXING SALON AND SPA IN CULVER CITY - THE HIVE OF THE BEST WAXING EVER

Why has it taken me so long to get my hairy legs (and every other part that grows hair on it) to QUEEN BEE?

It's not like I haven't heard from every single person, "Are you kidding me?  You haven't written about Queen Bee?!  What are you nuts?"  While the answer to that is questionable, let's just say getting a Brazilian Wax with a baby in tow is a little...uh...tricky...

That was until I got a nanny.  (Whoo hoo!)

I (finally!) walked into Queen Bee recently and it was a girlie paradise.  A fragrant wave of the most divine candles escorted me in to this adorable bungalow home where I was met with the most beautiful eye candy ever:  rows of fantabulous nail polishes, cute-as-hell little make-up kits, all sorts of exciting skin care creams, lip glosses, oh! and candy, cookies and all sorts of coffee treats too.  Then the glorious, warm staff greeted me and introduced me to wickedly brilliant (I say wicked because she's British. Isn't that a Brit term for brilliant ?) owner and master of the wax, Jodi Shays.  The woman is the shit.  Period the end.  She knows her way around a Brazilian like...well, I don't know the punch line to that, but you get the point.  She's been doing this for YEARS and is known to coif the muff of many a celeb (Fergie for one).  She's fast, ouch-free, uses the best wax in town and will make you laugh your ass off while ripping your hair off.  Before you know it, you've got the most perfect cooch ever, nary an in-grown or red spot in sight.

The spa also has a delightful selection of spa services, facials, fab spray tanning (never tried, but I've been told) and they host amazing events for their loyal and I mean LOYAL, devoted clients, like Botox and filler parties with Dr. Mark Yousseff.

The whole place is so warm, welcoming and professional it makes me want to move to Culver City. 

 

QUEEN BEE

Address 
10182½ Culver Blvd 
Culver City, CA 90232 

Phone 
(310) 204-2236 
Skype Name: QueenBeeWaxing  


Email 
To Make An Appointment: use our online form 
For Appointment Questions: appointments@queenbeewaxing.com 
For Waxing Questions: jodi@queenbeewaxing.com 
While we can answer quick email questions about waxing, other detailed requests should be made over the phone. 

 

SUGARING AT STUDIO ALEXANDRIA IN BRENTWOOD

I was excited to try sugaring at STUDIO ALEXANDRIA IN BRENTWOOD , a waxing alternative, as I've heard about all the positive things about sugaring (vs. waxing): It's a great conditioner for skin, longer re-growth time between treatments, no in-growns, can get really short hair, and all painlessly...HUH!

The studio is super nice - spankin' clean and crisp.  They don't use any waxy paper on the tables when you lie down, it's sprayed with a super-high-power disinfectant.  This took me a minute to get used to (I'm a major germ a phobe) and it felt a little yicky at first but then I soon forgot about it as the sugaring technique was explained to me and I was assured it's been chemically disinfected. 

I was there to do bikini, and Brazilian at that and I gotta say I was scared. I'm 7 months preggo and super sensitive. A week earlier someone said to me "Don't do Brazilian with sugaring! It's gonna kill."  I asked Lina, the owner and super lovely 20 year sugaring expert, about this.  She said, it's hair removal, of course you feel it, but it certainly does not hurt more that waxing.  Well, ok then, let's go, I said!  

First I was sprayed and powdered and then Lina took this gummy and cool (not hot, which I liked!) jelly sugar lemony substance and rolled and rubbed it into the skin. Then she quickly pulled in the direction of the hair growth, not against like waxing, and voila, the hair was gone!  Ok, here's the thing, as soon as we started getting into the 'deeper' areas of my bikini, I just could not take the pain.  It was too much for me in my preggo state.  So we just cleaned things up and moved on to my underarms. This part was great. So super fast and painless.  I'm going to chalk the major owie in the bikini area to pregnancy hormones and try back with Lina after this baby pops out.  Anything that promises no-ingrowns is something I am definitely going to persevere with. I'm looking forward to seeing how long re-growth takes too.  So far it's been a week and things look and feel great!  I don't have the price list available but it looks like it might be a bit on the higher end of things.  But if you call you can get the low-down.  Doesn't seem to be on the website.  And ask for Lina, she's the best!

STUDIO ALEXANDRIA

(310) 492-5070

11740 San Vicente Blvd (Gorham Avenue) 
Brentwood, CA 90049

Welcome to Studio Alexandria LA, the premiere luxury salon showcasing Alexandria Professional™'s pain-free Advanced Body Sugaring – the natural, gentle, safe, effective and eco conscious solution for hair removal.

Studio Alexandria LA exclusively uses the Alexandria Professional™ Brand of must-have skin-loving hair removal products.  They are eco friendly, Paraben Free, Urea Free and Petro Chemical Free with 100% quality ingredients.

Using the Alexandria Professional™ sugar paste hair removal technique, Studio Alexandria LA promises clients the ultimate centuries-old extraction of hair that is today considered a must-do in the healthy removal of unwanted facial and body hair. The technique painlessly extracts hair in its natural direction of growth and does so when the hair is still in the early growth stage, eliminating breakage, unnecessary discomfort, irritation and ingrown hairs while exfoliating dry skin cells. The result is smooth, beautiful skin without the discomforts of other hair removal techniques.

Experience for yourself the new name in painless hair removal -- and the thrill of a secret ancient art passed down from generation to generation as the definitive treatment for the hygienic extraction of unwanted hair growth on both women and men.  Relax in our serene environment, just as the Egyptians did thousands of years ago.  Let us show you why we’re the gold standard in beauty and wellness services and products.

 
 
 
  
 

STARK WAXING STUDIOS - I'M IN LOVE!

Took me forever to let my hair grow in but let me tell you, every last hair was worth it, cuz I got to experience the most brilliant waxing studio - STARK WAXING.  Known as a 'wax only salon dedicated to the art of waxing' - I went to the one at the FACE PLACE in West Hollywood.   There is also one in Silverlake.  A woman named Sarah worked on me (ask for her - she's brilliant).  I love everything Stark is up to.  This gorgeous super- top notch - crispy clean modern light filled - studio employs only the top, top aestheticians in town.  Their wax is imported from France, totally ouchless and especially formulated for sensitive skin. The Stark team is also known for it's "lightening fast method" according to Allure Magazine.  Sarah was so quick and totally thorough, and she talked to me about how a good waxer moves around a lot to learn the direction of hair growth and then wax accordingly, which leads to no in-growns -the anti-christ of waxing - I'm still dealing with some from a crappy wax a month or so back. Below is the menu of services.  Stark also carries a beautiful line of candles - though I haven't tried them myself, and some body products that look lovely, again, have not tried.  I only did my full legs which have not felt this smooth in forever, no red bumps after, no errant hairs missed and I cannot wait to go back for a Brazilian in a month from now.  CANNOT WAIT!  I'll be sure to fill you in about it.  Once again, if you are in or near WeHo, ask for Sarah.  LOVED HER.  Stark is so inspired I even started to day dream about why I never thought of opening a wax-as-art salon like this myself.  Seriously. 

In fact, I think I'm going to put STARK on my BEST OF THE BEST LIST right now!

Check out their awesome press here.

Stark Waxing Studio was listed as Best Brazilian wax in Los Angeles Magazine’s Best of LA issue. Lucky Magazine listed Stark as one of the top waxing salons in Los Angeles, and Stark was written up in Allure magazine for overall professionalism and excellent service.

  

The Princess and the Perfect "P"

As only a Grooming Junkie would I care deeply about what things look like down there. Which leads me to a predicament I have: how can I have a lovely, coiffed bush when the WAX and I are not friends?!

Years ago I did laser.  Waste of time and major mullah.

And waxing?  Ugh, the pain, the ingrowns, the whole experience is anxiety provoking.  Even on a full strength Klonopin, I'm still wrenching in fear. I'd rather get a Pap Smear.

So whre to go and what to do? Ok, fine, there's Pink Cheeks  and Cindy, a tank of gas away in Van Nuys, fifty bucks, you're in you're out, after waiting at least an hour, and in two to three quick rips, your pretty much bush free. Fine. But not for me.

Why? Because there was always something missing there. THE CARE.  Those little extra guys, the in-between growth - were those guys ever attended to?  Uh no. They just sat there, like an army of five until your next appointment when they were tall and strong enough to head North with the rest of the troops.

So, I called my dear friend, let's call her Ally, who grew up here in L.A., who is in the know, who I know would have a great answer for me when I demanded WHO IS THE THE BEST GODDAMN PUSSY WAXER IN TOWN?!

Without a beat, she said, look no further. Your search is over. It ends NOW. 

And, she is just up the block, on Doheny at the B2V Salon.  And then she said the magic words. No, not that she's been going to her since she's 18 or that sometimes she goes to her house for a home cooked Persian meal. She said:

SHE HATES HAIR.

And I was sold. I tail-spinned toward Doheny. Had a chubbed out Kevvy Federline spotting at La Conversation on my way to my appointment with the famous SOUDI.

I had finally outgrown my Pink Cheeks whatever-it-was re-growth and ready for a smooth transition into hairless territory.

And Soudi is THE woman. And she too will be yours. 

WHY? Not just because - and when I tell you this - as someone who has had five hip replacement surgeries and KNOWS PAIN - and doesn't like it - when I tell you that this was not only PAINLESS but actually - dare i say - RELAXING?!

I'm not going to get into her whole bio. Over 30 years of waxing hair off Persian ladies (let's just say I've heard the hair starts at the vag and drapes down to the knees), working under the tutelage of the finest waxers from London to Los Angeles. Etc, etc...This woman has an intimate relationship with hair! She knows ever single thing about how it grows and how to keep it from growing and how to coax it out of it's little bunker with NO PAIN!!!

Her wax is some special stuff that when I tell you I felt NOTHING, you have to believe me. IT was insane. In fact, I cannot wait to go back!! 

Who in their lives ever says they are looking forward to a bikini wax??  Well folks - ME!! It was a heavenly experience. Oh and did I mention she is so lovely. She takes her time. She cares about your hair and your experience and she is one of the most lovely joyful people I have ever met. 

But most importantly she is a true, experienced veteran. There is no hair she can't take down and without a fight. They just surrender to her, sheepishly. 

OH, and ask her for a 30 minute intense little facial peel/scrub when your face is looking drabby from the build up of all that tanning spray... I added one on to my wax-travaganza the other day and my face was flawless and smoothe as a baby's tush afterwards...

GO. NOW. YOUR BUSH LOOKS LIKE CRAP.

SOUDI  (SOO-DEE) HIDARI  

at the Borelli B2V Salon

648 NORTH DOHENY DRIVE

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069

310.777.7648

(She also does facials and all kinds of other stuff too. Will try and report back soon!!) 

PRICES AROUND $65 FOR A FULL BUSH.