AJ’s Spa Millenium

Horrible! Staff is rude, and they don’t honor the Groupon vouchers (given as a gift mind you). If you get past that you’ll find the massages are poor. True waste of money and an afternoon. Never returning. Stick with Massage Envy!

This was the absolute worst «spa» experience I have ever had. In the past I have had my share of massages/​facials mani/​pedis, and in many different settings (cruise ships, resorts, aveda training salon, spa envy… all of which were 100 times better than this). I received a Groupon for a spa day massage/​facial/​mani/​pedi for Christmas and felt bad wasting it. After reading the reviews online I was very hesitant to book my appointment but went against my better jugement and booked a time to go in. I arrived a few minutes early so I was sitting in my car before I went in and noticed a man (who I later found out to be the owner) smoking cigarettes out front talking on his cell phone. Before going back inside he hocked a loogie on the sidewalk… so that was a special start to my «spa» experience. The inside was rundown like an old tanning salon. The atmosphere was in no way relaxing and when I was offered water it was literally a Dixie cup that kids use. I was taken back to my massage room, which was located right next to the salon/​nail floor so I could hear each conversation for the duration of my time on the massage table. My masseuse left me to undress… for 15 mins. She was a nice enough girl, but clearly was not a licensed massage therapist and it was an uncomfortable 45 minutes with a loud clock ticking above my head. Then came the facial. There was a crockpot in the room that was used to rinse the SINGLE towel she used on my face for each «treatment» and continuously dipped it back into the crockpot. And when I say crockpot, I mean the kind that is used to make chili in the kitchen. This thing looked old and dirty and after it was over I was fairly certain I had just done more damage to my skin by dirtying it up with the crockpot germs (see image).
After that came the pedicure. It was nothing special, just polish. The manicure was the same, just cut my cuticles and polish. There was no fan or lights to try the polish, so prepare to sit there and listen to the staff talk loudly to eachother about their personal lives while it dries. The nail polish stations were messy and the polish selection seemed old and offered minimal choices. Although it was an unenjoyable experience I still believe in tipping properly so I gave my masseuse/​facial each generous tips before gathering my things and walking out. When passing the front desk the owner stopped me and told me I needed to pay. I informed him I had already shown the receptionist my groupon and it was redeemed when I arrived. He told me I still owe tax on all the services, and not at the discounted rate. It came out to about 19 dollars and change. I was in shock that through the entire process this was never mentioned to me? What if I hadn’t brought cash/​card with me? I have no problem paying for a service, but don’t be shady about it. I would venture to bet there was a disclaimer on the Groupon when you buy it, but seeing as it was a gift I’m not sure how the recipient should know this? He then tried to sell me two more spa packages for the groupon price, but cutting out groupon all together. To the Groupon sales rep who put this contract together, I suggest you book a time to see this place yourself.
Bottom line — save your money and go elsewhere. It’s not worth it. How the state cosmetology board hasn’t shut this place down yet is beyond me. Oh, they also sell alcohol — so if you are brave enough to go to this place I suggest brining extra money for some wine because you will need to be drunk to deal with the experience you are about to endure.

I found this place via groupon, and learned my lesson that sometimes it’s better to pay full price than try to save a few bucks. Over the holidays, I came here for a mani/​pedi. The facility was filthy, the polish colors were nothing speculation, and the services took much longer than anticipated. The employees were all very friendly, but I received the impression that the skill level may be at a minimum.
I no longer live in this area, but even while visiting, I will not return and would encourage other patrons to select a higher quality facility/​business.

The only reason I am not giving his place 1 star is because the staff that works at the spa did a great job in my Groupon spa package that day.
I had purchased a groupon deal for an hour Swedish massage, facial, and spa mani pedi for I think $ 89 or $ 99. Awesome deal, I thought I’d give the place a chance despite Iffy reviews.
The massage and facial were great, I can’t remember her name but she was a stylish African American girl with magical hands. Very fun to talk to as well. She also ended up doing my pedicure which was also great.
I then had a manicure done by a different girl which was just ok. She gave me a nice hand massage but really didn’t trim my cuticles well. I had upgraded to a gel manicure since I work with my hands, and even the gel manicure chipped and peeled in only one week.
Because I had such a great experience with my masseuse we had talked about her also doing my hair extensions. So, I booked an appointment and put a $ 50 deposit down for a half weave to be done the next day. They do not provide the hair at the salon, so I was to go to Sally’s or somewhere on my own to get it myself before the appointment.
I work for myself so I did not get off work that day until 830pm. If I was to drive anywhere to get the hair that night, the places would have been closed. So I thought I would go in the morning before my appointment which was booked for 1030am, I believe the spa opens at 10?
Anyways, I had to take my puppy to the vet in the morning and my appointment ran over so I called the salon WHEN THEY OPENED to let them know I would be running about 30 minutes late. The owner immediately started lecturing me about how I don’t consider their time and they were loosing money because of me. I’m sorry dude, but I put down a $ 50 deposit you’re not going to go out of business because I’m 30 minutes late. Also, I was only getting a half head of extensions and they blocked 4 hours of time for me, plenty of wiggle room.
I had a ton of errands to take care of in the morning but I called AJs to let them know I was in my way and I would be there at 1130. AGAIN, this would only make me and hour late from my original appointment and it was the best I could do. Also keep in mind the girl who was doing my hair did not even have another client until 2PM.
When I called to tell the manager I was on my way HE SCREAMED AT ME. I called to say I was on my way but if I am too late to complete my hair today maybe she could start my appointment and if it went longer than her next Client she could stop doing me, do her next client, and finish me later. Or I could reschedule for the next day WHICHEVER WOULD WORK BEST FOR THEM.
My family owns 2 salons so I know how annoying it is when clients cancel or are late. I did not want to mess up their books for the day so I tried my BEST TO ACCOMMODATE THEM. I guess maybe I’m old school, but I thought that when you were a customer at a business PAYING $ 200 FOR EXTENSIONS they would maybe at least be KIND AND UNDERSTANDING. BUT NO! The manager proceeded to belittle me, tell me how inconsiderate and rude I was to be late and even went as far as to say HE DIDN’T WANT MY BUSINESS!
So because of this asshole, I will never step foot in AJs Millenium Nightmare Spa again. I feel bad for the good employees that work for him, I hope they find a job at a place where they can work for someone with basic human respect. Because of her idiot boss, the stylist I was supposed to use lost out on a $ 200 service. GOOD JOB MAN, MAYBE YOU WOULDN’T HAVE TO RUN SO MANY GROUPONS IF YOU TREATED YOUR CUSTOMERS RIGHT AND THEY BECAME REPEAT CLIENTS!!!

I went there today for what I thought was going to be a relaxing spa day. I was way off! I bought a Groupon thinking it’d be good. Nope. I got to the massage room and all the massage therapist asked was if there were any spots that needed extra attention. Didn’t ask about any spots she should avoid or be gentle. She had me lay on my stomach first, which usually most make me lay face up first. She didn’t massage exactly. There was a lot of rubbing and oil. Not much pressure or kneading. She didn’t massage my thighs at all. Didn’t massage my face or head. I’ve been to plenty spas and massage therapist to know what goes on during a massage. It was suppose to be an hour massage with a facial afterwards. The massage ended at 40 – 45 minutes in. Once I was on my back she started getting the facial ready. She blew hot steam in my face. It was awful I couldn’t breathe. Then she just rubbed a bunch of lotion on my face and kept using the same washcloths. She used a crock pot with water to rinse. Sooo unsanitary. Between the massage and the facial it lasted an hour and 10 minutes. The only thing that was decent was my mani and pedi.
The atmosphere there was bad. No sound proofing. I will not be going back. I would advise other not to go. Waste of money!

Went here for waxing. So fast and awesome for my waxing experience. I loved it!!! :)

The biggest issues I had:
1. Had a pedicure, they scrubbed my skin raw and pushed back my cuticles until they bled. Whoever did my polish does not understand the concept of brushing to make the finish smooth and not like a 12 year old did it.
2. They really need to dust in there… all of the products and stuff are full of dust! Gross…
3. Their online prices were inaccurate and it was more expensive than expected.
Never again.

This place is terrible, don’t go here, my girlfriend had the worst spa experience of her life, had to wait a half hour past the time I scheduled for her, 4 DAYS IN ADVANCE! Her french pedicure was super crooked and poorly done. Stay away, stay very far away.

Thoroughly enjoyed my massage and facial. The room was so relaxing and since it was my first massage with him, he explained everything and made sure I was comfortable at all times. Steve was great! I was concerned after reading some of the reviews. Glad I came! Manicure and Pedicure were great as well.

I visited this Spa twice, March and June of 2015. I will be returning in August. I had the groupon deal, and then I bought the same deal directly though the spa. Here is a description of what the package should include from their website:
Deluxe Manicure
cut/​shape/​file, soak in hand spa, cuticle maintenance, hand massage, nail strenghting treatment, polish. 30 minutes$ 22.00
Deluxe Pedicure
soak in a foot spa, toe nail maintenace, cuticle maintenance, callous reduction, foot scrub, foot & leg massage, and polish. 60 minutes$ 47.00
Cleansing Facial
Cleanse, massage, hand & foot hydrating therapy treatment, heated booties & mitts, mask and moisturizer. 30 minutes$ 65.00
Swedish Massage
relaxing, pampering massage. 60 minutes$ 85.00
These services aren’t exactly what I received but with the package deal it was about 50% off so I’m not complaining. Here is a description of the services I received:
Deluxe manicure
Pretty much just as described. The 30 minutes does not include drying time. In March I had a hand massage in June I didn’t.
Deluxe pedicure
I received all services listed but it was more like 30 minutes than 60. I got a longer leg massage the first time. Bonus: The pedicure chairs massage you as well. I read a review that the pedicure stations were cheap and dirty. They must have been upgraded because they were high quality and they clean them before and after each use right in front of you.
Cleansing facial
Not 30 minutes. I had the cleanse, mask and moisturizer but that’s about it. No mittens or booties either time but I did get a facial massage the first time. This is probably the area that could be improved the most.
Massage
The massages were different each time but they were both great. The walls are a little thin so you can hear louder talking but I could have fallen asleep either time. It was probably only 45 minutes the second time but it was closer to an hour the first.
Overall it’s a great experience. It’s clean, and every single staff member was very friendly and accommodating. No wait either time. I went with my mom and sister and they enjoyed it as well. It’s a great deal if you get the package. Not sure I would ever pay full price, but I plan to go 3 – 4 times per year as long as I can get the discount!

I was a little skeptical after reading the reviews. but I had a groupon and I didn’t want to waste it.
upon arriving the owner was standing outside and greeted me very enthusiastically; he was very friendly. he came inside immediately after me and continued with friendly conversation.
I was called back into the spa area at the exact time of my appointment. they were very prompt. I must say that I was also finished in the exact amount of time that I was told over the phone. which was a relief because I had to work that afternoon.
Taylor worked on my hands and feet. she was quiet but also very polite and friendly.
I am pleased with the services provided. was it the best experience of my entire life? no. but I would go back. the only complaints that I can really come up with are: there weren’t enough colors of polish to choose from and the spa area seemed a bit cluttered or under construction. definitely not huge issues.
at no point did I ever find any of the staff unfriendly or unwelcoming.

I want so badly to give a good review. My husband got me a whole spa day package to cheer me up after a stressful week (mani/​pedi, facial and massage), but I can’t. Please don’t go to this place. I don’t even think the girl was licensed… I had one girl do all of the services, and it appears all the girls there do it that way– very, highly unlikely they all carry all of those different certifications.
The girl was very sweet, but she did not know what she was doing otherwise. The place itself is not very clean, and the room where you’ll have your massage and facial, doesn’t have a sink, so they use a crock pot with water to «rinse» the washcloth they use repeatedly to «rinse» your face. I needed to actually rinse my face after. The steam was blowing at my face so close with a chemical that smelled like nail polish remover, I could barely breathe. She used a cream and a scrub, and then that was the end… not any of the normal treatments or tools.
The massage actually left me a little sore the next day because they don’t support your neck and back (with leg and neck rolls/​pillows), and my mani/​pedi needs to be redone, and the tools didn’t seem to be disinfected. They usually open a new file for every client, and have disinfectants, but I didn’t see that here.
This place is seriously sketchy… stay away.

I’ve been meaning to write this review for months. I bought a Groupon for a mani/​pedi, when I called to make the appointment AJ asked for the Groupon number and it was marked as redeemed before I hung up. First red flag. I got to the“spa” and was taken to the back to start my pedi. The pedicure basins were like the ones you can buy at Wal-​Mart not the typical built in ones. The water was also luke warm. The technician asked if the polish on my finger nails were Shellac, I responded yes. She got up and went to AJ and he came to me and said they couldn’t provide me with service today because they can not remove shellac or gel polish. I thought this was weird since I was in a full service «spa». I offered to pay any extra costs for removal, but he declined. I was given a towel to dry my feet, and was sent on my way. I never went back. AVOID this establishment, If you just bought a Groupon, request a refund.

I went here with a Groupon for a «spa day.» While it wasn’t exactly unpleasant, it was not the relaxing day I expected. To start off, they never asked me for my medical history or even to sign a waiver. I have gotten many massages and I found this surprising.
The pedicure was «meh» at best. I put my feet in a tub of lukewarm water. The lady didn’t exfoliate my feet or anything. She took FOREVER and all I ended up with was pushed back cuticles and polish. She put the polish on so thick that when I put shoes on FIVE hours later, it completely smeared and was ruined!
The manicure was rushed because they took over 3.5 hours for a spa experience that I was told would take about 2 – 2.5 hours. My fingernails were ruined as well since I didn’t even have time to sit down before I rushed out the door.
The massage was almost comically bad. She had no idea what she was doing. My husband gives better massages! The only redeeming service was the facial, which felt nice and left my skin clean and exfoliated.
Overall, don’t go here. They are trying to make money off the Groupon but it’s not worth it.

I feel like their Groupons offered to reviews number is off… This place is ALWAYS on Groupon. I have even gone here due to a Groupon, and I know now to never return. All I had was a mani/​pedi. My nail technician was disgusting. Like… unkempt, snot flowing everywhere gross-​ness. I don’t typically judge people for feeling ill while working, but come on. Your job is to touch people! It seems prudent that when you work in a salon/​spa and are sickly contagious, you don’t come to work. On top of that, the manicure was horrible quality and chipped immediately. The technician even used a polish thinner right in front of me, which all nail polish junkies know just weakens the quality of the product. It’s a product stretcher, essentially. And then there was the pedicure… For this being a «deluxe» package, it sure felt amatuer. I can get a quality 25 minute pedicures for an affordable $ 35 dollars. This experience lasted maybe 10 minutes and was not deluxe in anyway.
ALL IN ALL, I am posting this so other Groupon perusers do not fall victim. This place is desperate to make a quick buck, yet play it off as if they are a legitimate salon experience.

This review is for the massage service only. I had been to AJ’s several times in the past for massages and manicures, I had not been in the past few years and now I vividly remember why. I typically frequent Marengo Spa for massages (also get my nails done there) or Quintana’s. I received a Spafinder gift card and the closest available spa was AJ’s. I thought, I’ll give it a try, can’t be that bad. I arrived on a weekday afternoon, the technician was ready for me and she was very polite. She lead me to the massage room and gave me instructions to undress and lay face down on the table, placing my face in the cradle (standard procedure). I immediately noticed debris on the floor, probably from previous sessions, gum paper, container wrappers etc. Upon re-​entering the room she asked if I had any problem areas, I mentioned my neck and back. She proceeded to start the massage with me face down, there was really no kneading just lots of rubbing and LOTS of oil, halfway through the massage, she had me turn over and instead of having me slide down on the table, she had me place my head in the cradle, which was incredibly awkward. She then proceeded to rub my arms and legs in the same manner that she had done my back… lots of rubbing, very little pressure, and once more, LOTS of oil. I’ve had lots of massages, so I know what to expect. Usually when you are laying face up, everything is covered and each limb is removed from under the cover, massaged and then placed back under the cover… not here… my arms were on top of the cover the entire time and when she did my legs, which were covered, instead of gently pulling the covers back, she kind of balled them up in a heavy mass and rested the mass on my other leg… very awkward and uncomfortable. Also the room was not sound proof, so on one side I could hear conversation throughout the entire procedure, even above the music and on the other side I heard laughing (loud) and I’m sure I heard the buzzer from a washer or dryer. Now back to the massage… during the 2^nd half of the procedure that I was face up, she never touched my neck, shoulders, or temples. Also, every professional massage that I have ever had includes placement of a lumbar pillow under my feet when face down and under my knees when face up. I was informed that the procedure was over (thank goodness) and she did offer me water (I declined, I was just ready to leave). I checked out, the massage was $ 85.00, totally not worth the money. Quintana’s charges $ 65 and I leave completely refreshed and de-​stressed, Marengo charges $ 110 and if’s worth every dime. When I am pressed for time, I visit Comfort Zone at Beachwood Place for a 20 — 30 minute accupressure session, which always does the trick. I may need to visit this weekend because I still have the same tension in my neck and shoulders that I started with. I have visited this spa for the last time.

I bought a groupon for a brazilian wax. When i got there the woman waxed me in under 5 minutes. She did not pull the skin taught and I could tell something was not right. When I got home I realized she ripped off three patches of skin! I was scapped and peeling for 4 days and in a lot of pain. When I contacted the salon the owner said it was my fault because my skin was probably dry. I have been waxed MANY times and NEVER encountered an issue. The ownder told me to just put neosporin on and continued to argue with me that the waxer, Zee, did nothing wrong and finally said «take it up with groupon» and hung up. I will never go back there. I recommend you look elsewhere!

I went here one other time and had a great experience. I’m going out of the country for vacation and I wanted to get a gel manicure on Monday and decided to go somewhere else (only because they were closed) and it was awful. They lady gave me the wrong color, she was incredibly rude and just did a poor job overall. This morning I was beside myself because I am flying out this evening and my nails were a mess, so I called AJ and the earliest he could get me in was 1:15, so I gladly took it. A few minutes later, AJ called me and told me he could get me in at 11! I didn’t even tell him what had happened yesterday.
Anyway, Maria did my gel manicure and it was perfect! The services here is great and the people are so friendly.

Don’t waster your time. I went and they lady who serviced my massage, mani and pedi (yes she did all three so is she really a licensed masseuse and cosmotolegist? I highly doub it). The massage was subpar (as I suspected it would be), she was slow on the pedicure and I just told her to do an express manicure because I couldn’t stay any longer. The manicure table and hand soak bowl was heavily stained. The portable nail dryer was stained and dirty. I will not return.
From the reviews on here, everyone loves the wazing services. They should stick with that.

If I could, I’d give separate stars for separate services. Until I come back, though, I can’t really upgrade, even though I would say the pedi was a 4 star. The mani is bringing it down, though!
The interior of this place is nice and, while it’s not cozy, it is refreshing to see something a little warmer than the cold interior of some nail salons. The technicians were nice and giggled along with my friend and I a bit. I got my first pedicure here and while I was terrified, it actually ended up being my favorite part of the experience! The problem and what’s holding me back from a 4 star rating is the manicure. I’m starting to think I’m just not a fan of manicures and part of it is that I’ve done my own nails better before than the manicures I’ve paid for. The problem with this manicure in particular was twofold. First, there was still leftover nail polish on my nails that she didn’t entirely remove, so I had blue specks at the edges of my pretty coral polish. Also, there were some serious spaces at the sides of my nails that didn’t get painted at all. I know that entire nail coverage isn’t possible, but this was pretty bad.
I think I’d come back here for a pedi for sure and maybe a mani. I’m on the hunt for my wedding mani-​pedi salon, so we’ll see!