Body Restoration Spa

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1611 Walnut St Floor 3 (at Between S 16th Street and S 17th Street)
Philadelphia, PA 19103

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(215) 569-9599
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Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
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Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
Body Restoration Spa - Philadelphia, PA
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Best

I've tried other waxing places but my skin was either lifted, torn or bruised after it. I like the wax they use at Body Restoration. It only sticks to the hair and not the skin. E...

Worst

The staff is professional and friendly. The atmosphere is relaxing and the place is clean. The lounge room is not really a "room", it's too narrow for my taste but I didn't really...

Not Happy 7/4/2011

I was Completely disappointed with the results of my 85 dollar brazilian wax. After the wax when I got home and could take a better look, I noticed that the area was not completely smooth (as it should be when the hairs are pulled from the root) but instead it looked as though I had just shaved. I brushed it off thinking my skin was just sensitive and looking a little funny after the trauma it had just been through, but 2 days later my hair was GROWING BACK!! I called them, the day before I left for my VACATION, and they said they'd do a touch up. Really? Not enough hair for that yet. No willingness to even hear of giving me a refund for what was a completely pointless, humongous waste of money wax. (before the wax, my hair was grown to the appropriate 1/4 inch length so really no excuses on Body Restoration's part are going to do for me) Thanks for the terrible service. I highly DO NOT recommend this bogus waxing place. more

best wax 6/6/2011

I've tried other waxing places but my skin was either lifted, torn or bruised after it. I like the wax they use at Body Restoration. It only sticks to the hair and not the skin. Even if they have to go over the same area again, I'm not irritated like I was with other waxes used in the past. This place is serious about waxing. But it takes a while to get an appointment. Definitely the best waxing place in Philly! more

Just being honest 6/5/2011

The staff is professional and friendly. The atmosphere is relaxing and the place is clean. The lounge room is not really a "room", it's too narrow for my taste but I didn't really mind because I simply was there for waxing. The waxing is as painless as it can be, it hurts a little but it is tolerable. HOWEVER, I must say that I am dissappointed in the results. Let's be real, I came here to leave with SMOOTH skin and there is hair everywhere. I wouldn't mind if it was only a few hairs that were leftt behind but sadly most of the area waxed is stubly and I can actually SEE and feel the hair. I have to go to the store to buy a waxing kit to get rid of the remaining hairs. I don't know if this is normal but I definetely expected to get better results with the money I paid. more

Top Quality 7/3/2010

I've never been motivated to spend the time to write a Citysearch review before, but this is the first. Body Restoration is excellent. I go there for massage therapy and regardless of who I have (Rachel, Jessica, Anna or Cara the owner), the treatment is superb. I play lots of sports and so frequently have tight or sore muscles, and the sessions provide significant relief - in particular, all therapists are able to balance deep pressure with finesse. Other places I've gone to in Philadelphia, the therapist lightly touches your skin and the treatment has no effect. Plus, the entire setup is professional. The receptionist is courteous and welcoming; they provide robes and slippers and a separate changing room with lockers, water and snacks and a spacious waiting area. I've been a regular customer for over 2 years and don't intend to go elsewhere. Pros: Excellent therapists, thoroughly professional setup Cons: None more

Best Brazilian in Philadelphia! 5/21/2010

I had gotten my first Brazilian with a hard wax in FL. It was $35 plus a tip, and nearly painless. When I moved back to Philly, I was going to a different salon for awhile, but they used soft wax, I bruised all the time, and it was never a clean wax. I came to Body Restoration because they were the only local salon that uses hard wax, so even though they were more expensive than the current salon (or the original salon I went to in FL) I thought it would be worth it to give it a try. It was absolutely worth it, and I have been going back every 4-6 weeks without fail. I usually see Pam, who fun, thorough, friendly, and VERY sweet. She is going on maternity leave soon, so I am a little nervous to try someone new. I'm sure that everyone will be as fabulous and professional. My next service to try at Body Restoration will definitely be a massage. The waiting room is so relaxing, I'm sure a massage would be heavenly! Overall, Body Restoration is an oasis of calm and serenity in an otherwise busy city. I would recommend it to ANYONE! Pros: Beautiful, relaxing, very polite staff and technicians Cons: Slightly pricier (but SO worth it!) more

EXCELLENT BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 4/17/2010

APRIL 2009 My god daughter & her sister treated me to my first massage. I loved it ! The best . I'm going back this year. more

Best Brazilian I've ever had! 3/3/2010

I did it! So now I'm asking myself, what took me so long?? Body Restoration is amazing. After many bad experiences with brazilian waxing, a friend told me about it and the special blue wax they use. Wow, what a difference compared to the regular stuff! It's half the pain (lets be real), no residue and alot faster. My friend and I go to Jenne, she's been there for a long time, she's fast and she really talks you through it. I couldn't be happier with the results. If you've ever been curious about doing it, this is the place to go. more

best bang for your buck 10/14/2009

In doing a mini-holiday for Columbus Day weekend, my friend and I came to Philly. I made an appointment with for the two of us to receive the Afterglow package. Tina made us feel welcomed immediately. We each had massages, a facial, and a body scrub. We never had the same person twice for each treatment. Each person who worked on me was great. My friend had a little difficulty after sharing with her masseuse that she could be a lot firmer but the pressure remained too light for her taste. She continued to have that issue throughout her experience but all in all we were both happy about our overall experience. I have recommended this place to friends who live in Philly. I wouldn't mind going back there again. And it is relatively inexpensive where three hours worth of work was around $230. Pros: excellent service Cons: your needs may not be met by your attendant more

brazilian wax 8/11/2009

i have used body restoration for bakini waxes. i have many wonderful things to say about them... the blue wax was great (kept things relatively pain free) and i have to say the results last much longer than i have experienced from other waxes. my only concern is that i believe they redipped the tongue depressor with the hot wax back into the vat and reapplied -- doesnt seem totally hygienic to me. i hope that they dont -- because i would love to continue to go back there... Pros: relatively pain free, AWESOME results Cons: expensive, health standard more

Not so bad!!!! 4/10/2009

I went to Body Restoration today for my first Brazillian Bikini wax and it was not as bad as thought it would be. I wouldn't say painless, but totally worth it. I had Cara, the owner, and she was quick and meticulous! I would definitely return! Pros: fast, friendly, comfortable Cons: expensive more

I Survived the Brazilian!! YAY ME!! 4/10/2009

So yeah this was my first time getting the Brazilian wax and I researched it forever before I got up the nerve to actually do. I read that this was the only place in Philly that uses the blue wax which is better that the other kind because it only sticks to the hair and not your skin. Meaning when the wax is pulled off ONLY hair goes with it, not the first layer of your skin as with the other wax. The atmosphere was clean and serene. Soft music played in the background. I went right after work as I only work a few blocks away. I got Jen and she was wonderful. She really made me feel relaxed and comfortable during my first time. She used a new stick each and every time she applied wax (I watched everything closely). She explained everything to me and gave me verbal praise which helped a lot. lol I’m going to request her when I go back. Surprisingly enough it didn't hurt as much as I had anticipated. It actually hurts more when I get my eyebrows done. I'm ecstatic about the results. No more razors for me. In my opinion this is the best of Philly!! Pros: friendly, professional staff..neat, relaxing and peaceful Cons: none more

Great Staff & Space 3/6/2009

I had a Brazilian done here today. It was great. I made a last minute lunch appointment. I was in an out in 30 minutes, but kinda bummed I didn't have time to really hang out. The space was gorgeous. Very homey relaxing and spacious. Other reviews that say its hard to find are probably not from the city. Its a standard front elevator to the 3rd floor setup. It is less traditional in philly to have spaces on different floors and not street level but by no means strange. The door is clearly labeled as 1611 and 3rd floor Body Restoration as well as the buttons in the elevator. I had allison do the wax, she was great. She talked to me the whole time, it was not super painful, yeah pulling hair from that region will hurt, but it wasn't terrible and hurt less than the traditional wax. Especially since there was no wax residue all over her gloves. I was also happy with the lack of wax residue that the blue wax left afterward, unlike the strips and hot wax that leaves wax everywhere and sticky. There is no way i could have returned to work after a regular wax. I also liked that the blue wax meant she wasn't reusing a strip that already had been used on me, like some places in the city do. That is a big peeve of mine when they don't use fresh strips. Its just gross. I will be returning here, and will ask for allison. Pros: location, atmosphere, staff Cons: What are the drawbacks? more

Great Service, Location, People 3/6/2009

I had a Brazilian done here today. It was great. I made a last minute lunch appointment. I was in an out in 30 minutes, but kinda bummed I didn't have time to really hang out. The space was gorgeous. Very homey relaxing and spacious. Other reviews that say its hard to find are probably not from the city. Its a standard front elevator to the 3rd floor setup. It is less traditional in philly to have spaces on different floors and not street level but by no means strange. The door is clearly labeled as 1611 and 3rd floor Body Restoration as well as the buttons in the elevator. I had allison do the wax, she was great. She talked to me the whole time, it was not super painful, yeah pulling hair from that region will hurt, but it wasn't terrible and hurt less than the traditional wax. Especially since there was no wax residue all over her gloves. I was also happy with the lack of wax residue that the blue wax left afterward, unlike the strips and hot wax that leaves wax everywhere and sticky. There is no way i could have returned to work after a regular wax. I also liked that the blue wax meant she wasn't reusing a strip that already had been used on me, like some places in the city do. That is a big peeve of mine when they don't use fresh strips. Its just gross. I will be returning here, and will ask for allison. Pros: atmosphere, staff, and service Cons: none more

Best facial!!! 2/23/2009

I usually don't write reviews but I felt compelled to comment on the facial I received from Alyson at this spa last week (especially since I found out about Body Restoration from this web site.) I have had quite a few facials due to a fun combination of acne and sensitive skin that I've been battling since puberty, and my experiences have definitely ranged from amazing to horrible. But this facial was definitely the best I have ever gotten. Alyson really knows her ingredients, and I felt so relieved that she answered my questions but didn't turn the whole thing into a hard sell, which can really ruin a relaxing experience. Anyway, the extractions were thorough but not too painful, and throughout the rest of the facial I was incredibly relaxed. I loved that she explained what she was going to use and why at the beginning, and then let me relax for the duration of the facial. The only sad thing is that I'm moving out of state in May and won't get to keep coming back for much longer. Pros: Facialists that know what they're doing, location, price Cons: A little hard to find, but not really a bad thing more

A+ Grade Brazilian Wax 1/15/2009

I rang up at 4:30 on a Thursday afternoon and was lucky enough to get an appointment for 6 that night. The lady I spoke to on the phone was very friendly and answered my questions regarding pricing in a polite manner. Upon arrival at the salon I was warmly welcomed and offered a range of herbals teas, water and snacks whilst I waited until my appointment (I was 10 minutes early, they were not running late). I was then ushered into a room and received an extremely speedy and relatively painless brazilian wax. I have been getting brazilians for over 2 years now and would have to say that this was definitely one of the best I've had. The wax they used for the brazilian was top of the range, as was the strip was they used on the legs (thicker than usual and definitely more effective). I would highly recommend this salon and plan to re-visit it regularly during my 3 month stay in Philadelphia. Pros: Highly competant technicians, top quality wax, welcoming atmosphere more

Unbelievable spa experience 1/8/2009

The massage and facial experiences at Body Restoration are divine! First of all, the atmosphere is so fantastic! Every time I go there, it's like I've stepped out of my crazy life and into this peaceful little oasis. From the soft robes and comfortable slippers to the calm waiting room with water, tea, light snacks, and relaxing music, the ambiance is unbeatable. During massages and facials, I always feel completely taken care of and like I can let go of whatever is stressing me. I only wish that I could afford to go more often. I would love the 20% discount you get from buying 6 massages at once, but I rarely have that large of a lump sum to spend. Note that although waxing is also a great experience, it is much more "no-nonsense" (which is what I want when I am getting waxed). You're in, you get a great, efficient wax, and then you're out. There's not much time to enjoy the sitting area or the ambiance unless you show up early (which I highly recommend doing, especially if you are having a massage; it's nice to have a few minutes to make a cup of tea and unwind before heading to the table). They are always on time with appointments. Some people have mentioned trouble getting an appointment, but I've never had that problem. I can usually get something same week if my schedule is flexible (which it usually is). In particular, my experiences with Cara have been exquisite -- she really knows what she's doing and is happy to explain it all to you if you're interested. She gives a killer hot stone massage. Highly recommended! Pros: Great ambience, always on time, gift certificates available Cons: None more

Best Brazilian by Jenne 12/29/2008

I can't say enough wonderful things about the service at Body Restoration thanks mostly to my aesthetician Jenne. I made the plunge and started getting brazilians and Jenne has made it such a comfortable experience every time. She's so personable, clean, and neat. She makes the process as quick as possible and when you're talking about the pain and the compromising positions that come along with a brazilian--quick is the best. Jenne's not only quick, but does the best job. I've had bikini waxes from many different spas and it's so annoying when the wax gets everywhere and attention hasn't been paid to the entire area. I've been so happy with the results and the service that I've been diligent about my monthly appointments--which is the key to maintaining brazilians. Also, the receptionist is always very pleasant. Overall, the spa is clean and cozy and my appointments are always on time. I highly recommend Jenne and the spa. more

Great Leg Wax, Friendly and Welcoming Staff 12/11/2008

I decided to go to this Spa after the reviews on this site. I was very pleased with my experience - the receptionist was very welcoming and all smiles. Though getting to the place (it's above American Apparel in the same building) leaves something to be desired, the actual spa itself is quite lovely, calm and well-decorated. Very peaceful colors, I was told they just recently redecorated, new painting, etc. The technician Jenae (?) was so friendly and put me right at ease. She did a great, impeccable job - the price was right and I plan to return! Pros: friendly, down-to-earth staff, lovely calming decor Cons: somewhat hard to find, make sure you know where you're going more

Great Brazilian! 11/21/2008

I saw Alison at Body Restoration for a brazilian today and I was so impressed! I have had many waxes before, so I have had good and bad experiences. She was very gentle and calm, but also fast ! The time flew by and I seriously only felt like I was in there for 5 minutes....highly recommended! The front desk was also really friendly and welcoming. Pros: Professional, worth the money, friendly Cons: None more

Painless but less precision 11/11/2008

I went to Body Restoration last summer and got my first Brazilian Wax from Cara. It was the best wax ever- almost painless, it looked great and it lasted. A splendid job. She was a real professional and she did not make me feel awkward at all, which is quite a feat when you are getting waxed done down there- it requires much humility. Still, Cara was precise and very comforting. When I was back in Philadelphia two days ago I decided to make another appointment. The technician was a sweetheart, but she left hair down there. I noticed it once I got home, and I was so annoyed. I have gotten lots of waxes since my first wax with Cara, and it was so disappointing that the place that got me initially hooked wasn?t as wonderful the second time around. It was almost a waste of money. I love the decor and the kind staff, but I would also like to be totally smooth. That is kind of the point of the Brazilian Wax. more
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Body Restoration Spa is an urban spa overlooking Philadelphia's high-end retail district.

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  • Body Restoration Spa a.k.a. Bodyrest, is an urban spa overlooking Philadelphia's high-end retail district. Cozy and intimate, the focus is on waxing, facials, massage and bodywork. Five treatment rooms, plush robes and sandals, shower, tea selection and relaxation lounge, experience restorative spa therapies performed with passion and presence.

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  • This Center City day spa offers holistic treatments including LaStone therapy, massages, facials and waxing.

  • 2/27/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Tue 11pm-8pm Wed-Sun10am-8pm
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Center City West, Center City
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