Alan ‘Bo’ BorensteinIf you are looking to get waxed for days on the beach or for any reason at all, you should get only the services of the top salons for waxing in Vancouver!
In this review, we looked at all the waxing shops in the area and picked which ones we believe would serve you best. Continue reading to see which ones made the list.
How much is waxing in Vancouver?
Waxing shops charge differently, but their prices usually tend to hover around a certain range. Please feel free to use the table below to get an idea of how much it costs to wax a body part.
Top Places to Get Waxing in Vancouver
To pick the top waxing salons in Vancouver, we sifted through numerous places and picked the best using the following criteria:
1. Nailed It Spa
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Nailed It Spa prides itself on using the highest quality waxing products that are gentle on the skin.
We like how this ensures a comfortable and effective waxing experience for clients, minimizing irritation and promoting smooth results.
Recognizing that everyone’s skin is unique, we love that Nailed It Spa offers tailored waxing services to meet each client’s specific needs.
Whether it’s a bikini wax, Brazilian waxing, or ingrown hair removal, their team of experts customizes the wax products and techniques to ensure optimal results and maximum comfort for each individual.
Nailed It Spa boasts a team of experienced waxing professionals who not only possess the necessary skills and expertise but also have a genuine passion for what they do.
Their love for their work translates into a positive and welcoming atmosphere, creating a warm and inviting vibe for clients from the moment they walk in.
Despite offering top-quality waxing services, we like that Nailed It Spa maintains affordable pricing, making their services accessible to a wide range of clients.
Pros
- High-Quality Products
- Tailored Services
- Experienced Team
- Affordable Pricing
Cons
- Limited reviews on waxing service
2. WAXMI Waxing Boutique
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
WAXMI is a female waxing boutique in Vancouver. Despite its small size, WAXMI is one of the most popular shops in the area and for good reasons.
One of the boutique’s strengths is its high standards of service. We interviewed some of their prior customers, and they offered nothing but praises for the shop and its staff.
Most of the interviewees commented on how the boutique made them feel comfortable and warm and noted how its people were kind and respectful.
Other customers also said that WAXMI sends multiple reminders regarding your appointment so it is nearly impossible to miss it. We believe that this kind of quality service is what most people should look for when looking for waxing shops.
On our visit, we also noticed how clean and spotless the boutique is, adding to the more homely and cozy ambiance.
Another one of their advantages is that they list dos and don’ts on their website so that their clients can avoid irritating the waxed areas after the procedure. This can be valuable information especially for those getting waxed for the first time.
Being a female waxing boutique, WAXMI’s scope of services is limited only to the bikini area and the underarms. Regardless, its professional and friendly staff, care for its customers, and near-daily opening hours gives WAXMI a spot on the list.
Pros
- Open 6 days a week
- Website lists dos and don’ts
- Showcases shop through website
Cons
- Mostly barebones website
- Limited waxing services
Customer Reviews
Comfortable environment
It was my first time ever getting waxed and Wency made me feel so comfortable. She has such a warm, comforting personality and was very informative on what I needed to do before and after the appointment. She really takes her time to make sure you are properly taken care of and overall have nothing but great things to say about her. – Ness
Friendly and efficient staff
Wency is friendly and efficient! I had a lovely appointment with her yesterday and I am happy with the results. The space is clean and pleasant, and Wency is very knowledgeable and professional! I’ll be returning for maintenance for sure! – Anne
3. Sugarbox
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Sugarbox is a boutique that offers beauty services such as sugaring, threading, and waxing in Vancouver.
One of the things we like about Sugarbox is that it’s open 7 days a week. This makes it easy for customers to set appointments and avail services at their convenience.
Another aspect we like about Sugarbox is its number of available services. The boutique has a waxing and sugaring service for men and women and for any part of the body, from the face down to the bikini area.
They also offer their services in waxing packages so you can get multiple areas waxed at once for a fraction of the price.
To get more insight into how Sugarbox treats its customers, we interviewed their past clients. Most of them share one main comment: all staff members are friendly, professional, and kind.
If you are curious about their processes, you can visit their website to get more information. However, you might want to zoom in a little.
Although Sugarbox’s website is highly informative and complete with dos and don’ts, the font they used is tiny and hard to read. Looking past the font size, you will see just how much Sugarbox has to offer with just one visit to their site.
Overall, we believe that Sugarbox is best for customers looking to have a wide range of beauty services done to them at once.
Pros
- Multiple waxing options
- Open 7 days a week
Cons
- Website is hard to read
Customer Reviews
Professional and knowledgeable staff
I love this salon. Everyone’s friendly and professional. Jea always makes me feel comfortable and she’s knowledgeable about sugaring and everything else she does. I highly recommend her and this salon in general! – Rio
Clean and attractive facilities
Had a great first experience with sugaring. I loved the all natural alternative to waxing and found the process to be less painful than a typical wax. The salon is super cute and clean and Katie made my experience so comfortable. Really happy with the results I got and am definitely coming back again! – Olivia
4. Bare Wax Bar
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Bare Wax Bar is a sugaring and waxing boutique in Vancouver that also offers nail services, skin treatments, and lash and facial services.
Bare’s biggest strength is that it has two locations in Vancouver with both places open 7 days a week. This setup makes Bare’s services convenient and accessible to as many customers as possible.
Another aspect we like about Bare is that they provide a list of their aestheticians on their website. The list includes a background of the shop’s owners and staff, most of whom have over a decade of experience in the field.
Giving out this information to the public allows customers to see the staff’s credentials and potentially build trust easier and quicker. The website also answers FAQs that you may have prior to your visit.
Bare Wax Bar has numerous services for both men and women, including waxing and sugaring for all body parts. Bare’s services are relatively cheaper compared to other places but the low price does not seem to diminish their quality.
We talked to some of Bare’s prior customers and they said that the staff are friendly and that the salon is spotless. Others note how the aestheticians were efficient and skilled, and do their best to minimize the pain.
Despite this, there are a few reports that mention how there seem to be some hair remaining after the procedures. However, Bare offers to correct any dissatisfactory service if you notify them within 3 days of your appointment.
Pros
- Shows information on aestheticians
- Has 2 locations
- Open 7 days a week
Cons
- Few complaints of remaining hair
Customer Reviews
Highly-skilled and efficient staff
First time at this location and the front staff are very friendly. The salon is clean and tidy. Sanitization Covid measures are in place. My esthetician Annemarie was super efficient and highly skilled which helped minimize the pain and left me feeling super smooth. I can’t say this enough but since I switched over to sugaring my waxes last so much longer, truly worth every penny. And I’m so thankful that service at Barewax is consistent among salons! I’ll be back! – Chantelle
Good customer service
I was super nervous about getting my first brazilian wax but Vanessa was so gentle and made me feel at ease. She was very outgoing and chatted with me throughout my whole appointment. The front desk was super friendly and kind as well. I have never experienced better customer service! – Michelle
5. Stripped Wax Bar
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Stripped Wax Bar offers waxing in Vancouver, with 3 different locations in the city.
Having 3 different locations that are open 6 days a week is one of Stripped’s strengths, as this allows you to choose the place closest to you at your convenience.
Another thing we like about Stripped is that their prices are relatively more affordable compared to others in this list. They even offer a full body wax and other waxing combos to make the procedures cost a fraction of what they would be alone.
To get more perspective on Stripped Wax Bar’s service, we talked to some of their previous customers. Most of these clients praised the staff’s quick, efficient, affordable service and how professional and friendly they were.
However, there were others that did not have the same positive experience.
Some of the customers said that there were still remaining hairs on the area they had waxed. Another customer reported that the staff did not inform them of possible allergic reactions and another reported how their pain and discomfort was ignored.
Although these are only a minority of the reviews, you might want to ask as many questions about your concerns when you opt in for a visit.
Overall, Stripped Wax Bar’s affordable pricing and good service earns them a spot on our list.
Pros
- 3 different locations in Vancouver
- Open 6 days a week
- Relatively affordable services
Cons
- Several complaints about unprofessional behavior
Customer Reviews
Fast and Impeccable Service
I was just at Stripped and had to leave a review because I had such a positive experience! Heather was amazing. You can tell she’s been waxing for years. Super fast and does such an impeccable job! Super friendly and easy to talk to which is a bonus! I’ll be her regular client for sure. This location is super clean and all the girls are smiley and very friendly! Good job ladies! – TNA
Reasonable Prices
Best waxing services I’ve ever had. They offer a wide range of services/products at very reasonable prices, the facility is always extremely clean and their online booking feature is super easy to use. All the ladies that work here are exceptionally nice and very good at what they do. Highly recommend. – Eilleen
6. CoalitionSkin
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
CoalitionSkin, also known as “The Pxssy Shop,” is a shop for holistic wellness and waxing in Vancouver. Unlike most in this list, CoalitionSkin is a small local business but has a lot of personality.
The shop offers multiple waxing services for men and women alike. These services range from eyebrow shaping and beard waxing to waxing of the arms, legs, and bikini area.
The customers we interviewed offered nothing but praises for the friendly, well-informed staff and the clean, artsy ambiance of the shop. Others commented on how little pain they felt during their waxing session, which is usually unusual for these procedures.
We believe that this number of quality services is one of CoalitionSkin’s biggest strengths. However, these literally come at a cost.
CoalitionSkin’s services are relatively the most expensive in this list, on average.
Compared to others on this list, the boutique also has the shortest opening hours. Due to the pandemic, CoalitionSkin is only open 4 days a week which could make scheduling appointments difficult for some.
Nevertheless, they try to provide as many updates as possible regarding their entire situation on their website. They also allow customers to book appointments through their app and their website to make the process simpler.
Pros
- Offers multiple waxing services
- Allows booking via app and website
Cons
- Relatively expensive services
- Open only 4 days a week
Customer Reviews
Professional and friendly atmosphere
“Super happy with my Brazilian wax from Sara! Very professional and friendly atmosphere with a variety of local art and products. Love the vibe, I will definitely be back! Thanks again” Luna
Quick and painless service
The Pxssy Shop has a lovely shop at the entrance when I walked in with beautiful and creative products, which impressed me. I had decided to try their Brazilian service as I was told hardwax is less painful than softwax. I had never heard of hardwax before (unfortunately) and it was far less painful!! The technician was very skilled and I was impressed by how quick and painless everything was. – Courtney
7. Jane Off Main
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Jane Off Main is a shop that provides clients with professional and non-invasive Brazilian waxing services ever since its founding back in 2000. Headed by Jane herself, she has since then been awarded and recognized for her excellent and benchmark aesthetician services.
Sporting over 13 years of experience in the field, clients can be sure that a thorough assessment and diverse waxing services are equipped with a professional and safe approach to all their offered services.
Clients can also book their appointments with them online for a better and more contactless approach to booking their desired services.
Note though that she only accommodates private clients on Mondays and Sundays only so clients may expect quite limited slot availability for session bookings.
Nonetheless, with her diverse and professional approach to waxing services, comfortable and well-equipped facilities, and high-quality products used, we highly recommend them to clients in the area looking for such services.
Pros
- Highly experienced aesthetician
- Safe and non-invasive approach
- Convenient appointment booking
Cons
- Available only on Mondays and Sundays only
8. Kitakar
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Kitakar is a salon that provides clients with a diverse and exemplary range of aesthetic services to better accentuate their facial features that specifically suit their occasional needs and daily lifestyle as well.
From cosmetic tattooing to lash services, they also offer interrelated courses to help aspiring individuals get a grasp of their approach and perfect their well-curated craft with equally well-thought curricula.
Past clients have commended them for their quality services that is not only safe and non-invasive but also highly satisfactory to their needs and expectations for an overall pleasant session.
Note though that they are only available at limited times per week especially during holidays so clients may need to take special care to book in advance and refer to their online booking site.
Nonetheless, with their comfortable and cozy studio, accessible location, quality products used, and expert team of professionals, we highly recommend them to clients in the area looking for expertly done aesthetic services.
Pros
- Talented and skilled technicians
- Pleasant and smooth experience
- Comfortable and well-equipped environment
Cons
- Limited availability per week
Customer Reviews
Here are some reviews from their clients:
“Sonia has been doing my lash lift for 2+ years. She is amazing at what she does and it is always a treat to visit her. She takes her time to ensure her clients understand their treatments, she will explain the process and make suggestions best suited for your lashes. She knows what she is doing and she is a great people person. I always look forward to my appointment with her”
“Really great experience, with a very talented technician. I have had my eyelashes lifted several times and this has by far been my best experience!! I will be back, with friends!”
9. Foxy Box Wax Bar
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Foxy Box Wax Bar is a shop that accommodates a wide range of hair removal services whilst ensuring that clients get the most comfortable, effective, and painless experience for the said services that they offer to them.
Set in a warm and inclusive community, we like that they employ professionals in the field who are extensive experience in the field and the services that they offer to ensure the proper execution of these treatments.
We like that they have a number of locations interested clients can easily access and see the one nearest them for a more convenient treatment at a branch nearest them.
Note though that there might be discrepancies when it comes to the products, services, and schedules for each branch which interested clients may feel free to inquire further about this.
Overall, with their accessible locations, professional and versatile treatments offered, quality products used, and inclusive packages, we recommend that interested individuals give them a try.
Pros
- Quick and effective hair removal services
- Serves clients of all kinds
- Accommodating staff
Cons
- A little more expensive
10. Connie’s Skincare & Wax Bar
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Connie’s Skincare & Wax Bar is a shop that specializes in all kinds of hair removal services and facial treatments among others to ensure that clients get the whole package when it comes to caring.
With over 26 years of experience in the field, this is headed by senior aesthetician Connie, which helps clients attain a pampered, relaxed, and renewed feeling afterward.
We like that their services are highly versatile and customizable to ensure that clients get holistic skin care services that are in accordance with their needs and personal preferences as well.
Note though that they have strict cancellation policies and that prices stated on their website may be changed without prior notice as well.
Overall, with their extensive experience in the field, quality products used, well-equipped facilities, and an amicable team of personnel, we highly recommend that clients check them our.
Pros
- More than 26 years of experience
- Wide range of services
- Professional and refined skills
Cons
- Closed on Sundays and Mondays
11. LYNN NailSplash
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Price | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Number of services | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer satisfaction | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
LYNN NailSplash is conveniently located in Norgate Centre and has become an industry leader in nail services.
It’s unsurprising that they’re an industry leader since they provide their customers with excellent services and high quality products and materials.
What we like about them is how they have virtually all nail-related services so each customer is provided with a wide choice range for any service they have.
We think it’s also nice how they prioritize safety and sanitation. As such, any instrument and equipment they use is thoroughly cleaned and subjected to an approved sanitizing and disinfecting process before they’re used again.
One thing though is that there are inconsistencies with the results of their work and quality mainly depends on who does the nails of customers so we suggest that this be worked on for more consistent quality.
Pros
- Wide range of services
- Professional and refined skills
- Excellent services and quality of products
Cons
- Fairly new in the industry
- Only one spa location
