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International Salon

4.7

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1714 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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18 years ago

Traumatic experience – I went for a Brazilian bikini wax . This was my second visit to the salon and I have come home with blue-black marks along my inner thighs where the wax stuck and was yanked off mercilessly. My first visit was not as traumatic as today , I must confess , but I was struck by the general insensitivity and rudeness displayed by Ms. Emma during the entire process. I wouldn't care much about manners if the results were spectacular. Far from it - now I am stuck with a blue-black mark about two inches long an... read more

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nocomplaints 
18 years ago

A Response to the Unexperienced – Brazillian bikini is an art. One that many people DO NOT master. From many experiences from all over the world, a good bikini is found only at International Salon. At first I was very intimidated by the gorgeous russian lady. She is very quick and demanding, but after she is done, you are so astonished at the painless and quick experienced wax that you are doomed to tell her what she wants to hear. She is the BEST of the best. When she tells you what you should do before and after is exactly... read more

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18 years ago

I LOVE Emma – So, I had never had a bikini wax of any kind and a year ago a friend encouraged me to delight my boyfriend with a landing strip from Emma. Yup, it hurt and I was a bit mortified to have a woman who is not my gynecologist have such unfettered access to my privates (you want me to put my legs WHERE???). Emma was quick, and efficient, no nonsense and gave me practical advice--neosporin, don't work out today and no s*x. Hey, I wasn't seeing my boyfriend that day so no problem. I became a regular and yes, at times I... read more

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18 years ago

best wax in the city! – The last wax I got was 2 years ago and I was terrified to ever get another one. A friend of mine told me to go to International Salon because they were quick, inexpensive, and painless.... this was all true. I was terrified to get a brazilian, but the wax itself took all of 2 minutes and only costs $35!!!! I will never go anywhere else!! International Salon is definitely the best and quickest wax in the city! 

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ladyluck62 
18 years ago

Long time customer of International Salon. – As a long time customer of Emma's and International Salon, I want to rebuke the previous review. Emma is a registered nurse, and as a nurse, she needs to mention certain things to clients after they get Brazilian waxes. Believe me, I did not listen to her after my first wax, and made love to my husband in a position not recommended by Emma. My skin got really irritated, and hurt for days. This was because I did not listen to Emma's advice. She is fast because she knows what she is... read more

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mistertodd 
18 years ago

No more hairy Neil Diamond chest!!! – My girlfriend had an Allure magazine lying around her bathroom, so I of course picked it up as any curious fella would. I spotted International Salon as the best place for waxing...and it was in Philly ta boot! My lady always complained about my hairy 70's chest, especially when I would wear button down shirts with the top buttons unbuttoned. So, as a gift to her I decided to get my chest waxed. I can honestly say that Emma and her staff at International Salon were fantastic!!! It was qu... read more

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abby1221 
18 years ago

Quick & Dirty (and not in a good way) – I went here for the first time today, asking for a bikini wax. A bossy russian woman who I think is Emma (50's, short dark hair) decided she would give me a Brazilian, "only 5 dollars more", without really asking me. I was shocked at how ruthless and rude she was - she went to work ripping and tearing at a ridiculous pace, ignoring my cries of pain or requests to be more gentle. She spilled hot wax on my thighs and my hand... when I asked her to wipe it off my hand she said "In a few m... read more

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msfrenchfry 
18 years ago

Great Brazilian – I've been coming here two years now and I have to say that i love getting my Brazilians and eyebrows done here- and no one really LOVES a Brazilian- ouch! But Emma and Natasha are quick and cheap. You just have to avoid going during peak traffic times, bc you may find yourself sitting there for a while. Also they don't take credit cards unless necessary- if you know that before hand you will be fine. I have gone other places where it has been more expensive and the whole process has taken a while- and it's ... read more

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jedi1999 
18 years ago

Best wax in Philly – Emma has been waxing my eyebrows for over 15 years and has been doing my bikini for over 4. She is quick and accurate. For the money why would you go anywhere else? The wait is worth the price. Don't come on a Friday after work and expect not to wait. She takes walk-ins only, no appointments. So sit and wait and be completely satisfied. I have paid twice the orice and it took over 45 minutes at a spa, not nearly as good as Emma. I come here sit, get waxed, and am out in 15 minutes. Bring cash no credit c... read more

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International Salon has a 4.7 star rating with 340 reviews. 

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International Salon is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m. 

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