Ipanema Spa

Went for Brazilian wax and it was practically PAINLESS. Took less than 10minutes and the technician really knew what she was doing. I think her name was Daniela. Place is small and clean.

Figure it’s time to update this review. I’ve been going to Ipanema for waxing since 2010 and can say hands down that they’re the best in the city. Reasonably priced, they use quality wax, clean (don’t let street view sway you), appts run on time, and excellent staff. I usually see Daniela, but have had good experiences with the other girls as well. If you’re looking for a waxing salon, this is it.

**************Ok, I have been a long-​time customer of Ipanema, and I have always absolutely loved it (Olga is amazing) for brazilians. But, today I had a bad experience. I had a woman (not Olga) who I noticed double-​dipped a couple times. This was VERY alarming, especially because that is a sure way to transfer diseases and infections! I am not going to return here now after this because even though the waxes are amazing, I can’t sacrifice my safety and health. PLEASE Ipanema, PLEASE educate ALL of your staff about the hygiene issues of double-​dipping. I am really hoping that you notice this post and fix your ways. You really used to be my favorite and I’m highly disappointed.

Daniella is amazing! The whole staff is. It was my first time there and they were just so honest and gave me great advice. A+ business! I won’t go anywhere else.

Another great Brazilian wax service by Daniella! She is fast, attentive and it’s so convenient to come during my lunch break.

Love this place. Fast and very clean. Daniela is the best! Its as painless as you’re going to get and by far the best ive had so far. Definitely recommend this place to anyone!

Ask for Olga — excellent Brazilian wax, does it quickly and with as little pain as possible, considering…

Just had a multi-​area wax treatment done by Olga and I am thoroughly impressed and now found my new Brazilian spot in midtown!
Space was very clean and airy. The room she put me in was spacious and inviting as well. They use 3 types of wax depending on the area you are getting done. They use the hard wax version for Brazilian and I had little to almost no pain!!! So much better than the soft liquid waxed that I’ve experienced in the past.
Came out of there feeling like a new woman! Will be back in a month!

got a groupon but was a little nervous after reading some of these groupon related reviews. All you do is call up before to make sure they will accept it… not a big deal.
I got there 10 minutes early and expected to wait but they took me right away.
Was was really fast, and the hard wax they use is virtually painless. I was in and out in less than 20 minutes.
will def return

This was very impressive. Clean. Cozy. Friendly. I’ve been getting Brazilian waxes for 15 years & this is in my top two experiences as far as the actual waxing is concerned. The first three rips were rather painful, for me (i have a very high pain tolerance), but after that it was just as much as a breeze as it ever was. Daniela was my esthetician and she was charming and sweet. No-​business rip-​rip-​rip done. Just quick and efficient and thorough. Cash tip only.

I came here on my lunch break and just got a Brazilian with Olga and she is AMAZING! The hard honey wax she used is my favorite type of wax thus far for a brazilian… less painful than my last Brazilian and so quick! Thanks Olga!
Would definitely come here again

I’ve been coming to Ipanema for a while even though it’s out of my way. They offer quick, sanitary, and friendly service. No double dipping.

I came here over a year ago when I decided it was time to start waxing and have been coming here ever since! I am the biggest baby when it comes to pain so you can trust me when I say that this is the place to go if you’re as big of a baby as I am. If I can handle it, you can too. Serio.
Olga is who I go to and she is amazing and extremely thorough! She is very friendly and funny and makes the whole process an easy experience. Most times it feels like a social event because we’re chatting away.
They use a hard wax which is a lot less painful than the wax where a cloth is used (so I’ve heard). I’m not going to say it doesn’t hurt because that would be a lie. but it honestly stings for a hot second. Plus they slather a lot on at once so between the waxing and removal of ingrowns (if any), it doesn’t take more than 15 minutes.
Although credit cards are accepted, tip is required in cash. And they give out complimentary glasses of wine!

Went here today during my lunch break. It’s small, cozy and very clean. Daniella was very nice and professional. I advised her that I’ve only had bikini waxes in the past and this was my first time getting a full Brazillian. She made me feel very comfortable. Held a conversation as a distracting technique and then before I knew it, it was done!
It was kind of pricey compared to the coupon deals and promotions that I see for Brazillian waxes. I would def go again.

If you’re planning on purchasing a voucher for Ipanema through any of the deal sites (i.e. Groupon, LivingSocial, KGB, Lifebooker, Signpost, etc.), take this as a serious warning and make sure you follow these precautionary steps:
1) Before you even purchase the deal, read the fine print and call Ipanema to confirm that they will honor the voucher.
2) When you make your appointment, tell the person on the phone to make a note that you will be bringing in a deal voucher.
3) Write down the name of the person you spoke to and the date and time of the call.
4) When you arrive, before they take you into a private room, remind them that you purchased a voucher and plan on redeeming it.
I used to be a regular at Ipanema when I lived in New York. After I moved to DC, I continued to sing their praises. Imagine my delight when I received an email from Ipanema advertising a deal through Signpost for a Brazilian wax for $ 27. When I called to make my appointment (almost an entire month in advance), I mentioned the email to the girl on the phone. She had checked my account and made a remark about my lack of visits in almost 2 years. I told her I had moved to DC but I was looking forward to stopping by the next time I was going to be in the city. She confirmed that indeed I would be able to use the deal even though I was an existing client and to be sure to bring a printout of the voucher with me.
Imagine my surprise when I went to pay after my appointment and Olga told me that they are not accepting the voucher. I told her about the conversation I had on the phone a month ago, swearing that someone had told me they would accept the voucher. Daniella was brought into the conversation and she also refused to accept the voucher. They both denied speaking to me on the phone.
I had not planned on such circumstances so I didn’t have enough cash on me to pay the bill. Instead of just taking the voucher and working it out with Signpost, Daniella kept pushing the printout back to me and insisted that I go to the ATM or even call a friend to come pay for me. There were other clients in the waiting room witnessing this exchange and I was completely HUMILIATED and MORTIFIED.
I just wanted to cover up my face and run out of there, but I didn’t want to go without paying my bill. They don’t accept American Express, which was the only credit card I had on me. I asked if I could leave a cash tip for Olga and send a check for the bill. Daniella actually said to me, «You don’t even have enough money for the bill, how are you going to leave a tip?» Needless to say, I felt absolutely INSULTED. I finally went down to the bank next door to get cash, but the ATM kept rejecting my card. After crying my eyes out for a minute, I went back up to Ipanema to try and work something else out. Daniella finally gave in and told me to send a check.
If you can pay in cash (or with a Visa or Mastercard), I still recommend Ipanema for a great Brazilian. If you plan on paying in another fashion, be prepared to be humiliated and insulted.

I had a really good experience here! I had a $ 25 Groupon for a Brazilian. As a first-​timer, I was a little anxious, but it went smoothly. It stung a little, but wasn’t nearly as bad as I’d feared, and it only took 10 minutes. Service was also very friendly and attentive. Total: $ 25 groupon + $ 1.50 tax + $ 9 tip (tax and tip in cash only).
The wax was this interesting golden-​brown stuff heated in a rice cooker. They said it was honey wax imported from Brazil. The only caveat, though, was that there was definitely double-​dipping… yikes!

Honestly, where has this place been all my life? I lucked out with Daniella who is super attentive, kind, and courteous.
My deep bikini (i might be making this term up) was considerably painless and fast. I’ve never NOT wanted to punch something when getting waxed. However, this time it was over in less than 5 minutes and I was left wondering why I’d been a masochist for so long. The honey wax they use, and their Brazilian technique won me over.
The regular wax used on the legs– other story. I have pretty sensitive skin so that might have contributed to my response. The wax stung momentarily when first applied. Luckily, Daniella was very fast.
I’ll be going back
Bring cash for tip as they don’t let you put it on your card.

Got the Groupon deal for this place and it turns out to be the worst ever! The woman works there is rude and ask for more tip after the service!!! Also during the wax, she acts so rude and careless!
It’s so bad that I decided not to go there anymore although I got two Brazilian wax.
Anyway, it’s the worst. I prefer to waste all my money than go there again!

New York City, known for being expensive for any kind of service, I was expecting to pay a fortune for a Brazilian wax… but Ipanema Day Spa proved that there are affordable GOOD salons out there! Can’t beat $ 45 (with first time %20 student discount).
I had never dried the hard wax before (usually because its more expensive) but it was great! It leaves your skin a lot smoother and it makes the process a lot less messy. I can’t say it didn’t hurt less, cause come’on ladies we know it’s going to hurt no matter how many Advil you take before. Cleanliness is obviously a huge thing when coming to salons for these kind of services and I can assure you I had no question. I kept my eye on her hand every time she went to get more wax and there was no double dipping! (phew!)
Next time it’ll cost me the full $ 45 but I think I’ll take it. Can’t beat a decent price at a CLEAN salon.

DO NOT GO THERE!!! DO NOT GIVE THIS PLACE YOUR BUSINESS! DO NOT HAVE DEALINGS WITH DANIELA! SHE IS RUDE AND UNPROFESSIONAL! SHE MAKES GOING THERE NOT WORTH IT!
I had been going to this place since March. I always go on Fridays between 2 and 3pm. They keep track of your appointment dates, what you get, and who you see. For the last five visits, I saw Cedu (spelling?) who was excellent! One would assume that if I saw her regularly over the course of the last six months at the same timeframe, then I would continue to see her.
When I show up, I hear another customer saying «thank you for taking me in on such short notice». This customer is the ONLY other customer in the waiting room.
I show up and instead I get Daniela. She escorts me to the room. All the while I am asking where the other woman is. Daniela says the other woman is busy. After a few seconds, I decide that I want the person I am comfortable with. So I come out to the reception area and apologize profusely but indicate my preference towards the other woman.
Daniela, at this point, tells me that I don’t get a preference and it’s first come, first serve, that I actually took business away from her (she is saying this btw as she is telling the other customer to go into the other room) and that I can’t choose who I get. I am again apologizing and rescheduling my apppointment and she continues her rant about how inappropriate my behavior is.
Do you want to be treated this way? Do you want to go to a place, pay them good money, and get lectured?
AWFUL AWFUL AWFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE!