Lara Woltag Spa

If I could give zero stars I would. I didn’t even make it in for an appointment to give a poor review. So she may have mad waxing skills but her general personality and customer service skills are completely lacking.
First time braving waxing, had taken a while to make the appointment. I scheduled an appointment via online which is requested through her website and by groupon. Lara needed to cancel 6 hours before my appointment due to an emergency, which I totally understand things happen. But when I asked if she would be available for a reschedule with my Groupon she was short in response, rude and ended up telling me I should find and schedule with someone else then hung up on me.

First time for everything! I love Lora! A little hard to find the place at first, but once I found it, she answered the door politely. She was with another client, so I had a seat in the nice waiting area. I was a nervous wreck, but when she came out and started talking with me, I calmed right down. I can tell that she has been doing this a long time, by the way she makes you feel comfortable, and is discreet. The room was clean and sanitary. There was a lot of work to be done, and she took it on like a champ. By the end, I felt like we were friends. She made me feel confident. I will be going back to see her in 5 weeks time. :)
Thank you again Lora!

LARA WOLTAG IS A CROOK
If you purchased a groupon, immediately ask for a return.
I went to get a wax and after she said «tip and gratuity not included that will be $ 10.» I mistakenly just handed her money. The next time I went, she said the same thing again. I called her out on it and told her I already paid MORE than Hawaii’s state tax (4%) last time even if I paid full price for a wax. I then told her I would pay her tax if she would give a receipt and proof that she put my money through a Point of Sale system which she refused to do. SHE IS TAKING PEOPLES MONEY ALL DAY LONG AND POCKETING THE «TAX.» She is not only stealing from you, but she is stealing from this country.
When I called her out, she immediately raised her voice and I got frightened for my safety, since she is waxing out of her sketchy apartment.
She has been reported to Groupon countless times but they will not take her off their page.
Not to mention, her studio apartment would probably FAIL if a health inspector came in.

Ok so I’ve gone to her twice.
First time I was surprised with the $ 10 tax she asks for straight away. $ 10 tax on a $ 27 groupon? I feel like this was a slap in the face, because it isn’t written or specified anywhere, she just tells you that the service has this extra payment when you come for your appointment.
The last time I went, she commented multiple times some rude things while she was waxing which did not make me feel very nice or comfortable at all but I dealt with it because of the price. I couldn’t believe how unprofessional this was and how rude it was for her to say these things about my body as she did her job. Mind you I was friendly and courteous and just surprised at how she was acting.
Also, I recently called her to reschedule my appointment that I had made online for another visit as I wasn’t sure if I could do that online so decided to call her instead as it might be easier. I decided to go with her again because of price despite the unprofessional experience last time. I very sweetly asked her if I could reschedule my appointment with her and she cut me off and in a VERY rude tone too me to «well go online. and do it!»
After this. I went online, fiddled around and managed to cancel my appointment.
This was the last straw, I think I’ll pay an extra $ 10 or $ 15 next time just to be treated respectfully and courteously when receiving this service! Budget price and budget treatment if you get her on a grumpy day!
I only recommend if price is a very pressing issue for you. Otherwise, go somewhere where you will be treated more kindly.

I’d like to say this is a review for services received but I didn’t even get that far with this company. I purchased a groupon for a Brazilian wax and the whole thing is a scam. I mean I doubt Groupon knows, but I’ve sent in a complaint so that they are aware.
It looks like a great deal, $ 27 for a Brazilian! Too good to be true right? Well, yeah. It is. First of all you can make an appointment online and it looks like it’s easy peasy, lots of availability. But once you book you get notifications that those times aren’t available. So you try again, but there’s no availability period. Even though on her website she looks free all the time.
So when am I allowed to use my groupon then? According to her website, never. The scary reviews about her bad health and safety practices don’t make the whole thing sound great either. So I cancelled my groupon (just in time).
I cannot stand it when companies participate in coupon and sales deals (like groupon) and then make it impossible for their clientele to use services purchased. Not cool. Total scam.

Do not go to Lara Woltag spa. I had an appointment for a bikini wax today and called three times 30 minutes before the appointment to warn her that I would be late and left messages because she did not answer the phone. When I showed up for the appointment slightly late (on the 15^th floor which was sketchy and dark), the door was locked and I had to knock multiple times for her to open it. She then came out and told me very rudely that I had missed my appointment and there was no way she could take me even though I am leaving on a trip tomorrow morning. I was already hesitant to come here for a wax knowing about her bad hygiene practices, and my experience was awful just as I had expected. Listen to the other reviews and choose another spa even though it might be slightly more expensive

Bought a groupon for Brazilian wax and made an appointment. She called to change the appointment and then when I showed up, she said I missed the appointment. She was rude and said I’d have to wait until she had time. She definitely double dips, which is very unhygienic. Obviously she doesn’t read these reviews because she still does it. For that factor alone, I will never go back. I wouldn’t want to risk catching something.

I was a little apprehensive about going to see Lara after reading some of the reviews on here. However, I did buy a Groupon and so I had to go…
I’m glad that I did. She is friendly and was courteous to call me to let me know that her office has moved. When I got there, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I walk in and it’s a nice, clean space. The waiting space was comfortable and there was a TV too!
I walk into the «working» area and it was clean and looked sanitary.
The waxing itself was quick and almost painless! Wax was not extremely hot. (I’ve had wax so hot it felt like it burnt me at another place.)
Would I go back? Yes I think that I would. I just wish she wasn’t so expensive without the Groupon!

Last night I went to Lara’s «spa» to cash in my Living Social. Big mistake all around — should have never bought it to begin with, should have walked out before she started and should have had her stop after the first double dip! It was such a traumatizing experience from the «waiting room» with loud Russian music blasting to the most uncomfortable positions she had my legs spread to her sitting down the whole time with her face right in my lady parts! Her technique is also incorrect — not trimming long hairs first, waxing large areas, going over the same spot 3+ times, pulling wax strips sideways & with the hair all do not work well. I have so much stubble left over I’m going to have to go back to shaving. She also double dips and may have used 2 sticks the whole time! Take a look at my pics with the overflowing trash can (before she started with me!) and hair in the wax! I’ve had plenty of waxes before and I would have to say this was the worst! I’ve never felt so uncomfortable or traumatized in my 30 years of life. Stay away!

I usually do my own Brazilian wax but it takes 45 min, a handheld mirror, and a lot of self inflicted torture… I can’t believe it took me so long to have someone else do my wax! So quick!
Bought the Groupon for 3 waxes because the bad reviews seemed like personal vendettas and even other business competition, while the good reviews seemed to indicate that Lara is a great business woman with professional service.
I had $ 10 in tip/​tax ready and had planned on paid parking. (thanks for the heads up fellow Unilocalers!)
Her room was clean and technique was professional. Thanks Lara! I’ll be back in 5 weeks :)

My girlfriend went to this place and she said it was the worst waxing experience ever. Very unprofessional, very rude, and on top of that, hurt like hell. The old lady was just rushing to get her out the door as quickly as possible and kept telling her not to scream because there are customers outside. Anyhow, it’s a bit cheaper than other places in waikiki, but it’s not worth it.

Groupon right? BAD IDEA.
#1. The place is filthy! It’s so dirty, there is hair all over the ground. But what’s worse, if you look on the walls, there is wax WITH PUBIC HAIR in it ON THE WALL!!!
#2. Lara double dips and it’s disgusting. Why is that gross? Basically she’s is putting what was on another girls vagina, back in the pot, which is the same pot that is going on your vagina. Can you say S-​T-​D!!!
#3. She doesn’t use hard wax.
#4. She reuses the wax strip at least 10 times.
#5. She’ll wipe you with the same wipe the entire time.
#6. So you wanted to be cheap right? (No shame, me too). But with the $ 27 groupon, plus $ 10 mandatory tip, plus $ 5 for parking that’s $ 42.00.
This place is a no go. Wondering where to go? Lan at Fantastic Wax on Kapahulu (just five minutes away) is amazing!!! Brazilian is $ 40. She adds tax so it’s like $ 41 something. I gave her $ 50. She gave me lollipops and a big fat hug and said she’ll see me next time! Fantastic Wax is CLEAN, Lan uses hard wax, she is soo fast I was in and out in less than 15 minutes and she got EVERYTHING! Lab is soo nice and friendly and accepts walk in’s. GO SEE LAN AT FANTASTIC WAX!!!
So

I came here on Tuesday.
(My fault for not scheduling it in advance.)
Some what professional.
She double dips which is a big no no! (Saw her trash and there was like only two sticks)
It hurt and she waxes big areas instead of small. Waxes over the same area twice or three times.
Ouch!
Wtf $ 10 tax?! My fault also for letting her keep the change.
I have had waxes before but this time I have a lot of ingrowns.
Never coming back!

Five Stars for Lara Woltag!
I got my first Brazilian wax from her and she’s super fast and efficient. I was recommended by a friend to come to her. She rents a room out of Myxx Studios on the 3^rd floor of the Century Plaza Building which is on the corner of the intersection. She doesn’t validate parking it’s $ 3 per half hour. If you have a Groupon, Living Social, or Amazon Local deal make sure you bring $ 10. That’s her gratuity rate after the wax.
The place where she rents is clean and nice. It has air conditioning and a bathroom. Just ask for the bathroom key if you need to go before or after your wax. She does microdermabrasion as well, but I’ve never seen anyone do it. I have my own dermatologist so I go to him for my skin care needs.
What’s great too is you can schedule your appointments online and if you need to cancel it has to be 24 hours in advance or else she won’t take you the next time you try to schedule. If you don’t cancel within 24 hours she makes you wait one session then the next time you schedule her she’ll take you.
For the experience she’s always quick, diligent, and straight to the point. She waxes big sections at a time and goes in after with tweezers if you have in-​grown hairs. If you have in-​grown hairs she’ll also go over with you how to lessen that problem with exfoliation. She also wipes you with grape seed oil to take off the residue of the wax.
She’s an older lady from Europe.
Mahalo Lara for keeping me smooth and sexy!

The reason you’re probably reading up on Unilocal about this place is most likely because you bought a deal on groupon (like me) for a Brazilian. Go figure.
I bought the 2 Brazilian waxes for some amount (I can’t remember how much it was but it was a good deal lol). It tells you, you have to schedule through a website, which I think is awesome because you can schedule, cancel, & reschedule as much as you want because we all know things in life happen as long as it’s 24 hours before your appointment. I’m pretty sure I rescheduled about 2 times due to work and my wonderful friend that likes to visit me once a month. On the website it shows you the dates and times available and also the different services she does. NTS: don’t schedule after 4:30pm if you have a groupon deal because well… It’s not valid after that time lol.
This place is right up the road from my working place so I walked there but the building does have a parking structure. I got up to the 4^th floor and really, it’s not that hard to find. I walked in and waited for about 3 minutes or so before she came out and told me it would be a few minutes. Which was totally fine because I was 15 minutes early anyway!
The waxing it self wasn’t as bad as I remember it to be! She doesn’t really talk much but if you talk to her she is really really nice. It didn’t take too long and before I knew it I was done! She explained to me that she uses sugar wax (or something sugar…)because it isn’t as harsh as regular wax and you can totally tell the difference. She does charge a $ 10 «fee» for tip and tax but I don’t mind because well, I look at vaginas all day for work (GYN) and sometimes I wish I would get tips for dealing with what I deal with. Hahaha jk.
Overall, great deal and great wax! Definitely going back.

OUCH
oh and it was clean, and Lara was professional, but
OUCH
there has gotta be a better way.

First let me say I’ve had brazillians done by at least 7 different people of varying experience levels. In comparison to the others this was the longest and most painful wax I’ve ever had.
The groupon makes it a good price and Lara is perfectly nice. If the only thing you care about is the hair removal you can choose this place (I still wouldn’t recommend it). If comfort, pain, time, aesthetics, cleanliness, and thoroughness matter, don’t go here, you’ll be disappointed. She used soft wax, she double dipped the waxing stick, it takes longer than it should, it is seriously painful, and the work space does not feel clean.
She also is not very thorough. I had too many stranglers when I got home. Also don’t forget about the $ 10 taxes and gratuity charge she forces on you.

She sits down and makes you do all the moving, unlike other places where they move around the table. She double dips the stick. Not much small talk, but I’m not big on small talk so it didn’t bother me. I’m not sure how other people can say their experiences with her were painless because mine was painFUL. She was fast, but not thorough. Lots of patches left. I bought a Groupon voucher with an additional $ 10 discount so I’m not totally upset, but I wouldn’t come back to her even with another Groupon voucher.

I bought the Groupon before reading Unilocal reviews. Y’all’s reviews scared the crap out of me! Lol But I still went to my appointment. To my surprise my experience was very pleasant. Lara was nice and personable with me.
She didn’t double drip the waxing sticks! Thank god! I thought to myself– she must have read all these horrible reviews about her and changed a couple of things :)
She was quick. I was in and out– 15 minutes top. I was really surprised that it wasn’t more painful. Lara did a job well done! I’m be going back to her.

let’s face it… getting a brazilian wax is never a comfortable experience, nor is it pain-​free. but pain is beauty, right? Lara usually has deals on Groupon…$ 27 for one brazilian wax, $ 53 for two and $ 75 for three
Booking:
it’s fairly easy to book with her. everything is done online (
) and the site allows you to view her available times by week or month. cancellations must be done at least 24hrs before your appointment time. her hours of operations is not very flexible… she’s only open monday, tuesday, thursday and friday from 11a-3:30pm. and not to mention, her time slots fill up fast so be sure to book as soon as you can.
Location:
she’s located on the 4^th floor in Century Building and shares a room with a salon. there’s a parking garage that costs $ 3/​half hour (cash only). keep in mind, the parking lot is super narrow; so when cars are coming up and down the ramp, it’s a tight squeeze getting around the corner. guest parking are located on the 3^rd and 4^th floor; stalls are very limited and sometimes may be filled :/​
Customer Service:
she’s not much of a talker, which i actually appreciate b/​c when i’m getting waxed down there, i’m not in my comfort zone and i’m just waiting for this torture to be over with. one good thing about her is she’s quick. you’ll be there maybe 15mins tops. there have been times where i’ve seen her fiddling with her phone while she’s waxing me, which i find is disrespectful and unsanitary. and lastly, she’s not always prompt when it comes to meeting appointment times, as i was waiting 10mins after my appointment time today, which pushed my parking fee from $ 3 to $ 6 and i work the same hours she’s open so i’m doing this on my lunch break :/​
Tip:
Lara only accepts cash or checks. even with the groupon deal, she charges $ 10 for tax and gratuity.