J'Aime Day Spa
179 Madison Ave
(between 33rd St & 34th St)
New York, NY 10016 (212) 684-1166
- Nearest Transit:
33rd St-Park Ave (6)
34th St-6th Ave (B, D, F, V, N, Q, R, W)
33rd Street (PATH)
- Hours:
Mon-Wed 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Thu 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Fri 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Sat 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. - Price Range: $
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Parking: Street
- Wheelchair Accessible: No
- By Appointment Only: Yes
27 Reviews for J'Aime Day Spa
A co-worker /friend of mine recommended this place. If it's possible that a Brazilian wax can change your life, then this place has changed my life. By far the best experience I have ever had. This is a quick and painless as it gets. And the price! 31.73 AVEC tax? It doesn't get any better than that. Natasha should be queen of the world. She is amazing... I will never trust the kitten to anyone else. Neither should you!
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This place is by far the best place to get a brazilian. Brazilian is $31.75 (tax incl.) and always impeccable. I highly recommend Angela, who is always quick and really a delight to talk to. I'm always in and out of that place in no time.
Be warned: they don't take AMEX and you have to tip in cash.
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There's not much more to say that hasn't already been mentioned. The spa is on the second floor of the building that you need to get buzzed into. Once you walk in, everything is white, from the floors to the coats the ladies wear (except for the blue hand-shaped couches). Everyone works QUICKLY and efficiently, and they really do their best to make you feel as comfortable as possible. I didn't know $27 (w/o tip) for a deep French even existed in this city. Don't forget to leave a generous tip in the mini manila envelopes at the front desk before you leave!
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Just wanted to add my YAY!'s to this place.
Lightening speed,which in this case is exactly what is needed because Tentative=BAD (learned that the hard way someplace else).
Clean,also a requirement since one is laying it all out there, literally.
The white coats and Russian accents(Lina is Russian,I know because we chatted the whole time)added to the efficiency feel
and the price didn't leave my wallet crying either.
In at 3,out at 3:15. Powdered,smooth and feeling very Rio.
I've already made my next appointment.
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i go here for the unspoken type of waxing.
this place deserves a billion stars if possible.
first of all, the facilities are very clean and spacious.
secondly, the staff is very sweet from the receptionist to the estheticians.
lastly, they use a natural wax (chamomile or something) that hurts a lot less than the pink or green stuff we've cried from before.
the BEST news however.... brazillian wax is $31.75 (after tax), honestly thats an unbeatable deal.
i couldn't believe this place existed in new york where everything costs like its made of gold.
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Quick and cheap! Definitely the best deal I've found in the city and very clean place. I wouldn't say painless by any means, but I don't think that;'s an option anywhere! I don't know who the woman was that I had, but I'd probably try someone else next time. Usually my waxers talk to me or tell me to breathe or something as a distraction. This woman just went to work, not saying a word the entire time. She was quick and efficient though. Definitely can't be shy, just be prepared to have it all out there!
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If you're looking for a Brazilian wax in a New York salon, $30 won't get you too far. I've seen prices upward of around $75 for this teeth grinding procedure, which seems to have a rapidly growing cult following.
J'Aime, nestled next to a Cuban restaurant, in a 2nd floor location, is truly one of Manhattan's hidden gems. Great atmosphere, lots of ladies bustling around looking rather professional in their white coats, if you're past the point of getting red-faced when it's time to spread 'em, J'Aime is for you!
I had an appointment with Angela who was so kind and attentive, she almost made me forget what I was there for. We conversed during the whole waxing, although it was my first visit, she made me feel like I had been a repeat customer.
Kindness goes a long way, especially when you're in the vulnerable position of getting a Brazilian and the attentive ladies at J'Aime seem to focus on just that.
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I just have to write about this place because I had a wonderful experience. I called in the morning and they let me get an appointment for later in the day. I went into my first brazilian wax shaking and with sweaty palms. But, a nice lady (who didn't speak much English) guided me through the process and was very patient with me. I think her name was Laura. She was very thorough and quick. Obviously, the pain was still there, but how quickly she did it made it a little better. The place is also very clean. Total came out to $30+tax. It was a great first experience and I will def be going back in a few weeks!
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Looooove this place. Who knew I'd ever actually look forward to getting a Brazilian? Whenever I go, I feel entirely at ease with the all the women, and as of right now I've tried 3 different girls (accidentally, I keep rescheduling). They are so so so sweet, and actually care what your vajayjay looks like when it's done. Feels like home. And it's quick! I'm usually out of there in 10 minutes flat. As for the pain, a Brazilian is going to hurt either way, but when it comes to waxing the nether regions, quicker really IS better, and less painful. J'Aime knows this, and does it well. And the price! $31 bucks for an excellent wax? It's generally unheard of.
I strongly recommend Angela. She's one of the most thorough ones. Lina is good, too. And although I have never had Natasha (she's booked for ages) my lucky friend got in with her on a last minute wax. Good reviews all around.
If you want your little V to be taken care of, there is no other place you should go. 5 stars? Heck, I'd give it 6 if it was possible.
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So I did it. I bared all just yesterday and I felt it was only fair to share my experience with my fellow Yelpers:
To say that I was sweating (from being nervous) is an understatement. Rushing to make it on time (even though I made it 20 minutes early), I noticed that the back of my foot was scraping against my Uggs. So I make it there, panting because for some reason I had it in my head that I had to rush and it was also gross outside and ask to go the bathroom to uh, you know-- clean up. Moving on:
So I notice that my left foot is bleeding: AHHH so that's why it hurt so bad. Not that any of that had to do with my wax but I'm just setting up some background: I was nervous, sweating, and apparently bleeding.
Angela took me early and asked me to take off my pants and underwear. I hesitated. She asked me why and I said, "Well, there's hair down there." She laughed at me and said, "yes, I know. Now get on the table and take off your underwear."
And she went right to it.
Yes it hurt. At some points incredibly so. But it's all about breathing. And it's over before you know it. It really helped having a conversation throughout the whole thing, as your mind is distracted-- even if for a moment.
I have a low tolerance for pain and even I can say that it WASN'T. THAT. BAD. And I'm saying that as someone who never got more than her eyebrows waxed.
I'm so proud of myself.
But yes to the communal wax. Maybe it's just me, but I don't care. In my eyes, it's just hair.
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Clean, fast, attentive, great customer service.
if you're looking for fancy, go elsewhere, but this is my go to spot from now on. Can't be beat for $31.73!
Oh and if you decide to take it all off, just leave your bashfulness at the door...it'll be over within 15 minutes!
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I have been doing the Brazilian thing for a couple of years but my faithful chica from the Ironbound was vacationing in Brazil. But it was a 911 and it had to be done. Recommended by my friend and fellow yelpers I was on my way. So yeah I was a little nervous, having somebody else work on your "cookie' was a bit odd. Got to get used it all over again.
Asked for Nora and she was good. In 15 minutes I was done and the pain was really minimal. Very through and clean. Agreed, OD on the baby power..lol.
I have gone to other Brazilian waxing joints in the city as well and this by far is the best and with reasonable pricing. Very reasonable. And the other plus is there are some great clothing stores on the way there. Most definitely will be back!
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Cheapest, quickest, (relatively) least painful brazilian waxes I've ever gotten in my (relatively) short (or unlived? i can't think of an appropriate word) life.
I definitely recommend Irene. She was exceptionally understanding. "Relaax," she said in her soporific Eastern European accent.
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Je t'aime J'aime. Really, this salon is a godsend. I was so fed up with all the sub-par and/or over-priced brazilians I was getting in this city. And then I found J'aime. And then I was really in love. 15 min, $31 (unheard of!), and a teeny bit of pain later, and I am one hot vixen. All the ladies are Eastern European and they're all great. For some reason, I never feel shy around them. Not that I'm ever all that shy, but I digress...
Hands down, this is the absolute best spot for a brazilian in all of Manhattan. And for the price, possibly the best in the entire country.
Just have to learn to get past the fact that they love to OD on the baby powder. Who knows why, but I just let them do their thing. Best not to wear black when you come.
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Awesome spot to get a very thorough wax! Pre-beach vacation I was scouring yelp for a good place nearby, and decided to check out J'Aime. My appointment was at 1pm and I was out of there by 1:15! There was no wait, and the wax was really quick. I had Irene who was really friendly and talked me through everything she was doing. These women are definitely thorough and will leave no place untouched! They use plenty of baby powder and are so quick that it barely hurts. For just $30, it was definitely the best Brazilian I've ever had. You can get a basic bikini for $20 or French for $23-$25. They also have a full menu of other spa services including Guinot facials.
Hint: It is a bit hard to find, but is next door to Sophie's Cuban restaurant in an unmarked door where you buzz in and go up to the second floor
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Great Brazilian waxes at wonderful prices.
The atmosphere is relaxing, all of the waxers I've had here over the past two years have been great (but I always prefer Natasha, as she gives great man advice while cleaning up my bikini region). Always fast, always clean, and they give great advice to help me combat ingrowns.
The Brazilian here is twice as good as J Sisters' and half the cost.
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This is NYC biggest secret!!! The best and the only place I will EVER go for a Brazillian! My favorite and waxer of choice is Olga. All of the waxers are exceptional, but I would recommend Olga. Although no entirely painless, it is the least painfull and quickest waxing jobs I've ever had done. You are honestly in and out within 15 minutes tops ( I'm usually in the waxing room 7-10 minutes). The receptionist was very nice and the spa is very clean. I thought about going to J sisters and paying 2 and half times more and Im glad I didn't. You really can't beat $35.00 bucks, and thats including a tip. They treat your little one as if it was one of theirs!!!! Very enjoyable experience, I go every 4 weeks!
I love this place. Very clean, relaxing music. If you're going for a wax, ask for Angela- she's so sweet and really knows what she's doing. I almost look forward to getting the hair ripped out of my nether regions....
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Although it is now called J'Taime Day Spa it is just as great. Brazilian took 15 minutes and was almost painless (if i had gone sooner) its super clean and they know hair.
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So after the great yelper raves, I tried this spot (which btw is right around the corner from CUNY-Grad Center and big science NYPL libraries, any hairy academics). I unwittingly came right before closing and still got squeezed in. The receptionist was kind but a little unclear and nervous. Anyway, after waiting about half an hour, I took a big gulp of water, took a deep breath and went into the room where Irene went ahead and waxed me up. And it didn't REALLY hurt! I had an awful experience at Iris Nails on the UES and this was really okie dokie-- I was like high off of the experience, waltzing down 34th st, beside myself. Even though the wait was long, afterwards, I was thinking about giving my sister a certificate as a Christmas present [wierd?] cus it was so okay. Exhale. And totally affordable. Oh also, somehow I got wax on my knees and that was weird, but like I said, they took me at the very end, and it was 300% better than my last experience. One more tip, doing it sooner than later hurts less. Irene was sweet, efficient and thorough. Thank you yelpers, found my new spot, and new wax-virgins-- you really do feel sexier like you want to writhe like Janet Jackson in New Year's Eve lingerie.
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Didn't know there was a #1?
Brazilian wax, best. technique.ever. Left the place tear free. Quick. Friendly. Have friends who frequent here as well. This place is like a hooker. A sure thing.
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not exactly painless but quick. Damn fast. You're in and out in 5-10 min max. It's pretty cheap as well, $30 flat if u pay in cash. Natasha works wonders, had my first wax with her. tried everyone else, and hands down Angela is the girl to see. She even takes care of ingrowns you may have.
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gotta love these russian girls. AND the prices.
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Painless brazilian wax doesn't have to be an oxymoron anymore!
J'Adore is phenomenal: painless and quick!
I have not tried their other services so can't comment on the rest.
I have been recommending it to my friends and they all got hooked too.
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i wouldn't say that the wax is entirely painless (that really depends on when the last time you got waxed was), but what makes the process less painless at J'Adore than at other places is definitely how fast they work... AND also how much cheaper it is than at other spas you might go to. i used to pay about 60 bucks for a brazilian, and here, it's only 30 bucks incl. tax. in fact, i don't even live in NY but i visit about once a month, so i always make it a pt to get an appt at J'Adore.
on another note, i've also had their mini-facial (30 min) which i found quite satisfactory, and a good thing to do if you want something done but don't have a lot of time.
it's just a nice little spa in general - small but v. clean and efficient. when the nicer weather rolls around, i'll definitely be heading there for pedis and such as well.
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I agree with everyone else. I go to Alla - she's great. Good, cheap, not very painful wax.
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Coming from Montreal, finding a good Brazilian wax was like finding a stress-free New Yorker. This place though, was very thorough, clean and great (ask for Rachel....she's great). The pedicure wasn't the best but the wax was EXACTLY what I've been looking for. Great for anybody needing some grooming down there.
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