Maksim Spa Reviews
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- Amazing.
Read More On Citysearch by elletrain at Citysearch 8/10/2011 - Sanctuary in the City
Read More On Citysearch by back2nyc at Citysearch 5/26/2011 - Amazing bio scan treatment
Read More On Citysearch by MEB3 at Citysearch 5/19/2011 - Best facial in Manhattan!!!
Read More On Citysearch by LMorris at Citysearch 10/11/2010 - Best Facial in NYC and Unparalleled Service
Read More On Citysearch PamAnne123 3/22/2010 - Fabulous Facial, Noticeable Results & Personal AttentionI have made facials with Lena a regular part of my routine now that my skin is noticeably different after 2 visits! On top of that, the attention to detail and personal attentiveness is unmatched in this city. It's just a relaxing, calming experience at Maksim, where you walk out feeling fabulous, knowing that your skin has really been taken care of -- I've honestly never had someone care so m...
Read More On Citysearch Jenn528 11/19/2009 - fantastic in every wayThe owner involvement is what makes the experience so fabulous. Under her watchful eye, all products are purchased and services performed to their utmost quality. This place compares favorably to any others I have tried for years in the city. Clean and meticulous, I encourage everyone to try and the price point is kind to the pocketbook.
Read More On Citysearch tripout 11/15/2009 - Great placeBright and meticulously clean rooms, friendly and accommodating staff, and the best facial I've had in NYC. The time I spent at Maksim Spa not only made my complexion sparkle but also renewed my spirit. Lena will be seeing me frequently, as visiting her spa has become a "must do" on my list. I highly recommend it!
Read More On Citysearch wsgrl 9/28/2009 - great experience
i always leave here with really great results. i would totally recommend it. i never leave with red marks or anything like the other place i was going to and i have african american skin
Read More On Citysearch honeyp04 9/23/2009 - Not Worth the HYPE!!! Ladies get Brazilians somewhere else.
After being a client for 2 years I am leaving because of poor customer service. I was in love with the warm and gentle personality of Angela the technician but since she has left the owner continued to make me wonder why pay the extra money to be continuously insulted by her rude and cold behavior. It is required that you leave a credit card number to book an appointment...even after leaving a c...
Read More On Citysearch kdime143 9/23/2009 - AmazingI never had acne as a child but in my thirties I started suffering from adult acne. After going to several dermatologists with no real results, I was referred to Lena and all I can say is wow! The facials are intense and Lena does an exceptional job. The bottom line is; I've been going there for a couple of years now, am acne free and receive compliments like "you're face is glowing". I would tot...
Read More On Citysearch Zev 4/27/2009 - Best Facial in NYCOne of my best friends used to rave about her facials at Maksim spa. After trying many of the other spas in New York and not feeling 100% satisfied- Great Jones, Bliss, and Mario Bedescus...I decided to take my friends recommendation and try Lena at Maksim Spa. (Lena is one of the 2 sisters who owns the spa.)
Let's just say I went for a facial about 5 years ago- and have gone regularly ever sin...
Read More On Citysearch ran360 3/31/2009 - AMAZING AND EFFECTIVE FACIAL! BYE BYE ROSACEA!I HAD THE BEST EXPERIENCE AT MAKSIM SPA. I WENT THERE FOR THE FIRST TIME LAST YEAR WITH A BAD CASE OF ROSACEA.
I DECIDED TO TRY THE HOLISTIC APPROACH FIRST, BEFORE GOING ON MY DERMATOLOGIST'S RECOMMENDED ANTIBIOTICS AND CREAMS.
AND IT WORKED!
THIS APPROACH NEEDS MORE PATIENCE THAN ANTIBIOTICS, BUT THE RESULT IS AMAZING. MY SKIN STARTED TO CLEAR UP AFTER 4 MONTHLY FACIALS. TODAY I GET COMP...
Read More On Citysearch MOONLOU 3/18/2009 - The Real ResultI randomly decided to take a peak at the Maksim profile here on CitySearch the other day and was shocked to see the last 2 reviews written. Being that I have been a satisfied, dedicated client for YEARS (Thats right Juicy and Sara...NOT EMPLOYEE... CUSTOMER) I was stunned to see the last 2 reviews written. For anyone out there thinking or needing a facial, waxing or whatever I can tell you there...
Read More On Citysearch becknows 2/14/2009 - Overrated, and I really don't know whyIt is so weird because I had the same exact experience as the last reviewer. Honestly, I think that some of the positive reviews written here about Maksim are probably written by the workers, because I cannot believe that their facials actually benefit anyone with acne or rosacea problems. The facials that they complete strips your skin,and so do all the regimens they recommend that you do (whi...
Read More On Citysearch juicyjuicy 1/25/2009 - In regards to Facials...Okay, I have been deliberating over writing a review for some time, but have decided I needed to speak out. This is hard for me as the ladies at Maksim came across as very genuine, knowledgeable, & experienced. And I truly believe they think they're helping :-(. I was so convinced, that I had seen them regularly for facials over a period of 6 months & was told it would get worse before it got ...
Read More On Citysearch sara10036 11/25/2008 - Best Micro-Dermabrasion-thanks to Angela!Maksim Spa was very warm and welcoming. I had my micro-dermabrasion treatment done by Angela-who i highly recommend. She has made my skin look amazing! She is sweet and gentle and gives you GREAT advice on taking care of your skin. I left with a smooth and glowing complexion and am definantly coming back to try the body treatments Maksim Spa has to offer.
Read More On Citysearch okasan 10/11/2008 - No Brazilian Torture Tactics Here!I am absolutely sold! I have only had amazing experiences with
Maksim and look forward to my visits. I thought I'd NEVER submit to the
epitome of waxing torture and I after my experience with Maksim, I realize,
I never will!! BTW the lavender is amazing! They are wonderful, hands down!
Put me in the appointment book for life!
Read More On Citysearch mchangam 10/9/2008 - Angela is amazing for waxing!After a bad experience with a leg/brazilian wax at another salon in early July, I checked out Maksim last week on the recommendation of a friend. I LOVED it! It's small, immaculate, so friendly, and they use the Australian wax for brazilians that hurts soooo much less than regular wax. This wax so much more gentle and doesn't rip the top layer of skin off the way the other kind does with cloth...
Read More On Citysearch lalabbott 7/29/2008 - Not worth the $$I got the "famous" extraction facial which just consisted of washing my face and extractions for the price of $115. The day after I had more zits than I came in with..so obvisously did not do a good job with the extractions. A waste of money and just ended up more miserable. If I wanted anything more besides the extractions I had to pay additional money, 40 for an enzyme peel and 25 for the mask...
Read More On Citysearch amoonstar2003 6/26/2008 - best brazil wax and facial everHey Y'all,
Ladies, you have to go to Maksim Spa for all your treatments . They are the best at everything, they put you at ease for your first time waxing experience ever; and it was not as bad as i thought. After that i had the Eminence facial using only Eminence products and i can only sum it up in one word: AMAZING. The products smelled soo wonderful i wanted to eat it off my face, its a li...
Read More On Citysearch sameone 5/7/2008 - The Best Facial in NYC!This is the best facial in the city! I always feel so pampered and relaxed when I leave, and my skin is getting better and better. I now get compliments from people about how good my skin looks.
I was feeling a little tired today so, I had a special stimulating facial today. It was tingly and different. I really felt revived!
They are experts at Maksim. You must go!
Read More On Citysearch clevitz 2/20/2008 - I m staying with Maksim SpaI've tried about 4-5 different facials in the city, and this is the only place I've been raving & recommending to all my friends. Very detail oriented, buck honest, and I have to say, I LOVE their recommended products. It's been hard to find a place for my type of skin, which breaks out often. But there has been a great improvement overall.
Read More On Citysearch emunyo 2/15/2008 - BEST FACIALS AND BRAZILIAN BIKINI WAX! Intimate setting, Very clean and welcoming!I just went to Maksim spa yesterday, and had the best facial ever! Not to mention my first Brazilian...I'll get to that later...
Facial:
At first I was apprehensive of going to Maksim yesterday, because I wanted to have a facial with Lena, the owner- however, after speaking with the extremely friendly and personable receptionist, Nordia, and looking at my own scheduling availability, I deci...
Read More On Citysearch ochluvche 2/13/2008 - The most relaxing time of your lifeI ?m a young African American woman, and taking care of my skin has been extremely hard. I had (key word HAD) dry, acne, overall problematic skin; (the dermatologist could not help) but Not anymore because I have experienced it all. From microdermabration that offers deep exfoliation and evens out my skin tones, to enzyme facials for those really dry days, and maksimum extraction facial, for whe...
Read More On Citysearch nuffluvfidem 11/6/2007 - best all aroundI was very nervous going in, first bikini wax while pregnant! the receptionist was very friendly, the spa is nice- and olya rocks!!!! she put me at ease immediately, was speedy, and very GENTLE ( the purple wax she used is great). If the pain was this minimal at 9 mo along, i will for sure be back again to see her after! i definitely recommend maksim- to everyone :)
Read More On Citysearch shayds 8/17/2007 - A treatment at Maksim spa is therapy for the face, body and heart.When people compliment how great I look, I say, ?Skin by Lena? I?ve been getting treatments from Lena since 1997 when she was working for Bliss. I was thrilled when she opened her business. Finally, a professional spa catering to my individual needs, offering a human touch and positive energy.
I first came to see Lena after trying Accutane and spending hundreds on medicated and over-the-counter ...
Read More On Citysearch carmenkenig 8/10/2007 - BEST BRAZILIAN-1st TIMERS FRIENDLYFor a first time experience this was painless and relaxing. I am an African American female and I always assumed Brazilians were too painful for women with my hair texture. I was wrong! With a glass of wine from the receptionist Nordia, Angela made my 1st Brazilian wax a WOW! experience. My boyfriend loved it. It was a cozy spa and was empty when I was there. I hope service and courtesy is a...
Read More On Citysearch kareen718 6/13/2007 - Must Have Facials!For a 28 year old Indian woman, I have awful skin: adult acne, scarring, uneven skin tone. My friend with similar issues was raving about Lena and how she fixed her skin, so I decided to give it try. Omigod! The difference in just one visit was AMAZING!!! Lena's extractions didn't hurt at all and I came out looking like I haven't had skin problems for the past 10 years. And now I'm addicted! I go...
Read More On Citysearch trueblue35 5/28/2007 - Great service in an intimate and relaxing environmentI have been a customer of Maksim spa for years, but have recently become a monthly visitor. I am consistently pleased with their services and everyone who works there has a lovely personality. Maksim's facilitiy is intimate, soothing and impeccablly clean.
Read More On Citysearch ngiacco 5/23/2007 - Good spas come in small packagesAfter years of going to Bliss a friend recommended Maksim and I love it! I feel relaxed the minute I walk in the door. The staff is warm and friendly and the services are just as good if not better than any of the trendy spas I have been to in NYC. I have very sensitive skin and I never experience any irritation when I am done.
Read More On Citysearch alissa1177 5/4/2007 - Best Spa in NYCI have been going to Maksim for over a year now and all I can say is....AMAZING.
I started out with very clogged pores and on top of turning this long time problem around, Olya has set me up with a daily routine that keeps my skin hydrated and healthy. I no longer worry about break outs. In addition to this, I have had various other treatments that in short have made me feel great! I always wal...
Read More On Citysearch bec2114 4/27/2007 - Best consistent spa experience ever!From the moment, I stepped into this spa, I knew something was different. I have never been to a spa with such consistency in terms of: personalization, products, service, and treatment.
Lena and Olya are the best!I'm a picky person and to find people that really care about your health and skin is such a wonderful experience. I have difficult skin and they've both figured out a way to tame i...
Read More On Citysearch ernaa 4/20/2007 - The BEST Brazilian wax experience!
Hi, Folks!
Today, I had my very first brazilian wax service - and believe me, having had bikini waxs prior at other spas, I was a bit nervous, BUT, it is true what has been written by others, Maksim really knows how to make the experience enjoyable, yes, I said enjoyable. It was significantly less uncomfortable that the bikini wax services I had at other spas and I am sure this is due to the ...
Read More On Citysearch sheilamarie 3/30/2007 - may specialize in facials, but their waxing svc was excellentLena (the owner) did my waxing and she was quite professional and very fast. None of her products broke my skin out (a problem I often have with lesser waxing salons), i had no burns, barely even any redness and the hair was slower than usual in coming back. I was very happy here and will be returning. Its been about a month since I went to Maksim's for the first time and I've had no ingrown hair...
Read More On Citysearch nicolerecchia 12/18/2006 - All arounfdBEST SpaWhen I went to Maksim, I had never been to a Spa before for any type of Facial. When I left I knew I was hooked for the rest of my life! This was one of the most soothing and addictive experiences ever. The cozy 2 room space creates a warm and extrememly relaxing environment. During my Facial (with alpha-hydroxy peel) I felt so at ease and completely pampered that I forget where I was. I am...
Read More On Citysearch maschwartz 12/12/2006 - Waxing Experience of a LifetimeAs a girl with sensitive skin, Brazilians used to leave me with horrible ingrowns. Maksim to the rescue! The waxing technique at Maksim does not disappoint -- set in a small, relaxing setting, the purple wax they use has brought down the occurence of ingrowns at least 90%. I can't say enough good things about Lena and Olya -- no product pressure, and when they recommend something, it always li...
Read More On Citysearch stefl 12/5/2006 - Best Brazilian wax in NYC!How would you like to get the best Brazilian wax in NYC and it be virtually pain free? Well, go to Maksim Spa.
Lena and Olya run a beautiful spa that is calm quiet, relaxing and spotless. They take care of you like you were family.
They pride themselves on customer service and like any good business, want repeat customers and recommendations so they always go above and beyond.
If you ...
Read More On Citysearch yogininyc 12/4/2006 - amazingly tranquil and comforting, tucked away on the 12th floor with a private feeling to it...i am quite impressed by this spa!!!
the receptionist, (nordia), was extremely attentive to my needs from the moment i arrived.
the atmosphere was calm and zen like. with soft voice and kind smiles you felt as though
you were close to enlightenment. you forget your tasks at hand and become ever present.
i know this sounds a bit hard to believe, but trust me...
i came to the spa once...
Read More On Citysearch michaelrae3 11/17/2006 - Hands of MagicVisiting NY and found my face was breaking out due to the sudden weather change. Spent an hour or so with Olya at Maksim and of course the results were not immediate. She took care of all the pesky pimples and naturally my skin was red in various places and it needed a few days to heal. Just a few days later, I was absolutely surprised by how beautiful my skin looked. Even now - two weeks sin...
Read More On Citysearch lovestotravel 11/6/2006 - Best Facials!Olya and Lena are both very sweet and welcoming. Their facials and other treatments don't disappoint.
Read More On Citysearch rblerner 10/31/2006 - Great facials and waxing!Maksim is just always such a pleasant experience. I have been going there for a while now, and I recommend it to everyone. Olya and Lena are so lovely, and do such a great job.
Read More On Citysearch mjlerner 10/24/2006 - best brazilian waxmaksim offers the best brazilian wax in the city. I spent a year looking for the best and most painless brazilian bikini wax and found it at maksim. the lavender wax they use also smells really great.
Read More On Citysearch katharie 9/7/2005 - FantasticLena and Olya are geniuses! Under their expert care, your skin will glow!
Read More On Citysearch cushybear 3/17/2003
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