International Salon

Emma is AMAZING! She is so quick. And the wax was so painless that I more

There is no place else in the city where you can get a Fantastic wax for cheap and in less than 10 minutes. And the women tell you what to do to take care of your 'area' so you can fully enjoy your wax. Get over the fact that not everyone is American in this country (yeah, crazy right?), and respect them for the culture they are; they're truly nice people. Best place for waxing without a doubt. The only place I go, and have been for the last 7 months. more

You will get a great wax at International Spa. They are quick and do a great job. I never have problems with ingrown hairs or bumps after my wax. I agree with some of the other reviewers that the owner is super rude. If you can put up with her horrible attitude (she insults me in one way or another every time I am there) I would recommend this place. Just be prepared for the owner and let it roll off your back. more

Whoever is writing the bad reviews must be competition! I have been going here for years. When I first came to Philadelphia from the south all the girls I met were getting waxed.! went to many places only to be disappointed and wondering why someone would put their self through this pain. Let me tell you I've been to Brazil lived there 6 months and couldn't wait to get back to Emma if your wondering lol it's not done the same and hurts like crazy1. I always got bumps from shaving which made me self conscious with waxing never a problem.. With Emma or her daughter I never have had pain, it is very clean and they don't give you that pretentious vibe. Any one who goes here will never want any one else promise you1 Also I couldn't log into my account so used my friends facebook. My name is Ebony Kalada on facebook if you have any questions. more

Emma?s waxing license should be revoked and the International Salon should be shut down. Her practice is unsafe and unsterile. She bruised me terribly and yelled that it was my fault. Do not listen to the positive reviews, the owner probably writes them herself. I went to the International Salon because it was cheaper than other places. I regret my decision and realize that saving a few dollars is not worth an unprofessional, unsterile, hostile, and painful experience. more

The first time I got a Brazilian I paid double what I paid here and it was honestly the worst and most painful waxing experience I've ever had. I heard about International Salon through a friend, and I haven't gone anywhere else. Emma and her daughter do an amazing job, not to mention 35$ is a complete steal. Yeah they're a bit stern but who cares? They both do an amazing job. I'd rather that than anything else. more

I believe that the owner of this place must be writing her own reviews. more

For those mother?s of new born babies and those to come, this is the place for you. A month and a half after having given birth it was scary to even think about what was going on down there, especially since it had been a good 3-4 months since my last bikini wax ? being a full 9 months preggers, the last think you are thinking about is getting waxed! more

I have read the other reviews and my take is this -- I would recommend Emma for the bikini wax. if you are new to the International Salon, please tell them so and Emma will walk you through it and will be very helpful. My first time, I let her know I was nervous and she gave me lots of reassurance and advice on how it can be better next time, all without slowing down. Communicate, listen and take her lead and everything will be fabulous. Pros: fast, painless Cons: None if you've been other places more

Emma is hands down the best in the country for eyebrows and she does not charge ridiculous fees or take a long time. I recently moved out of state and I'm seriously considering flying back to Philly just to get my eyebrows done by Emma before my wedding. She transforms people in minutes! In other cities around the country, people take way too long and they don't make my eyebrows look half as good. Pros: fast, well-priced, artistically and skillfully done Cons: none for eyebrows by Emma more

Stop listening to the people complaining! They're just annoyed they didn't get hugs and kisses. Emma is fast and good at what she does. I got a brazilian wax and it took less than 10 minutes, including me getting undress/dressed. Last time I went she had scented wax, it smelled like chocolate. Although, I said no frills, there's that one. Yes, she's not warm and fuzzy, but who would be after dealing with ""down there"" and cringing women (and sometimes men) all day? There's only one other person who I have gone to and gotten my bikini down --worst decision ever, but I was out of town and needed one badly. Yes, she might talk on the phone or yell russian, but she's good at what she does and works with her family --who doesn't yell at their family everyone and while haha. All in all, go! No need to spend $60+ dollars, if you need someone to be all warm and fuzzy and spill your feeling too go out to coffee with a girlfriend. Pros: FAST, EASY, LESS PAIN, SCENTED WAX, CHEAP Cons: NO FRILLS more

Emma and her daughter give my the best brow wax in the city. However, Emma is rude beyond belief. She once waxed my brows while on the phone. No lie. But they looked great. I once let her give me a brazilian, I think she used ""packaging"" tape. It was awful. Total Serenity is much better, but double the price. If you are looking for warm and cozy, this isn't the place. more

I've been going to International Salon for about a year and have had fabulous results from both Emma and her daughter. They're very thorough and sanitary. I was so nervous my first time, but it's over in a flash and worth every penny. They're prices are the most reasonable by far, making most clients repeat customers. It can get busy on the weekends but they keep you moving so the wait time isn't too bad. Definitely worth checking out if you're a first-timer or looking to try a new salon! Pros: cheap, quick, convenient hours more

i agree with the person who asked where everyone is getting brazillians. i've been getting them for some time in ny/nj and this might be the best for the PRICE, but you get what you pay for. i've gone 3 times, hoping it would get better, but i'd rather just spend $60 or more bucks somewhere to get it done right. emma is rude, coming out of her room after every customer yelling in russian makes me feel like a seinfeld episode, it makes me want to find a russian speaking friend to go in there with me to see what she's saying about everyone. she leaves hair, slaps wax on any old kind of way and rips without making sure she gets EVERYWHERE, which is the point of getting a brazilian. she says she charges more depending on your ""situation"", (which i think is fair and funny) but for the extra $ you would think she would at least try to get ALL of that extra hair!!! for those of you who say she's the BEST, if you havent tried someone else, try another place, pay a few more bucks and see if theres a difference. she's ok in a pinch, on a week when $35 is what i can afford, but ONLY then. there are other places in town where you wont feel violated when you leave. Pros: quick Cons: rude, sloppy more

I have been going to the International Salon for over a year. Recently, my fiance, being the nice man that he is, got me a gift certificate to a high end salon in Philadelphia. I paid $80 for a Brazilian. It was the most painful waxing I had ever received. The esthetician took forever and left me bruised and swollen. The entire time all I could think about was jumping off the table and running to Emma and letting her complete the job. Believe me, save your money and head to the International Salon. No frills, but fast and painless. She's the best!! Pros: Painless Cons: What are the drawbacks? more

I had been loyal to my previous waxer for almost ten years but I went to International once in a pinch and I've been going ever since. It's very convenient and you're done in literally 5 minutes. The ladies are a little scary so don't expect to exchange pleasantries or be coddled. It's worth it, though, because they are clean and efficient and Emma also gives great advice on how to care for yourself post wax which is key! Pros: Quick, thorough, no appointments more

Emma is absolutely amazing! Her daughter Natasha is just as good! This wax is cheap, a lot less painful than other places I have been too, and SO QUICK. I definitely recommend her. The first time being waxed is by far the most but if you keep up with it and go consistently it barely hurts at all and your hair grows back slower! Pros: affordable, quick, less painful than other places Cons: None. more

This place is the best! I had never had any waxing done before, and when I read the reviews, I decided to check it out! The women here do a really great job and it doesn't hurt at all! I am an African American woman, and sometimes shaving can cause bumps, but since I've been getting waxed the bumps are going away! You can't beat their prices either! Emma will get you in and out in no time at all! Try it out! Pros: Quick and easy! Can't beat the prices! Cons: None! more

This is the best waxing place ever!!! I have been a steady customer for 2 years and i will be loyal until I decide to move anywhere else. If you don't try it you'll never know what it's like to go somewhere that you can get in, get bald, pay and leave in 15 min. or less. Leaving there you feel like you just made a great decision and can laugh at anyone who paid upwards of 50 for ANY type of bikini/Brazilian waxing. The one and only Emma is the BEST. End of story. Pros: best wax ever more

I went to get a wax there and Emma worked wonders. It was cheap, quick and painless. She was super friendly and it is clear that she truly cares for her customers. Pros: cheap, painless, quick more