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(646) 736-1495

80 5th Ave (Between 13th Street and 14th Street)
New York, NY 10011 40.73577 -73.99379

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Neighborhoods: Greenwich Village, Downtown

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Hours:

Tue-Thu 11am-8pm

Fri 9:30am-8pm

Sat 9am-5:30pm

Last updated 10.17.11

Category:

Day Spas, Cosmetics, Hair Removal, Skin Care, Spas, Health Spas

Payment Methods:

Check, American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Hair Removal Services:

Waxing

Massage Services:

Massage

Skin Care Services:

Facials

What People Are Saying About Maksim Spa

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Maksim Spa

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Maksim is an intimate spa devoted to providing exceptional, personalized service in as relaxing atmosphere. Here we offer great facials, massages, skin treatments and of course our specialty waxing. We have taken traditional skin care to a new level, offering only very thorough facials but also nutritional consultations and programs that can benefit the clients overall health and beauty. Our Philosophy is that in order to effectively treat problem skin, one needs to determine the root of the problem first and treat it internally and externally to get the best, lasting results.

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Featured Review

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In Short – This tiny, two-room spa has learned to make the most of tight quarters--and your skin. Bright orange walls create a sunny atmosphere, reminding you that your skin should be bare-all-worthy year-round. Treatments include specialty back facials, airbrush tanning, spider vein reduction (even for odd spots like your nose), and smooth skin rejuvenation like a mineral salt, honey and hot oil treatment. Maksim-ize your visit by adding on thermal masks and enzyme peels.

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ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. the atmosphere was calm and zen like.
  2. was furious because I was planning a very romantic evening with my husband.
  3. It was a cozy spa and was empty when I was there.
  4. The cozy 2 room space creates a warm and extrememly relaxing environment.
  5. Although I like the front desk ppl at Maksim better, the people that work with you and the atmosphere is much better at Glow.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. If you are looking for the best waxing in NYC - Maksim is your place.
  2. So if you want great skin care and a few dietary suggestions, Maksim Spa is the place to be.
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. What a pleasant environment - I will go back, for sure!
service
92.58999824523926% positive
  1. In fact, the customer service in general is very, very good!
  2. At first I was apprehensive of going to Maksim yesterday, because I wanted to have a facial with Lena, the owner- however, after speaking with the extremely friendly and personable receptionist, Nordia, and looking at my own scheduling availability, I dec
  3. Today, I had my very first brazilian wax service - and believe me, having had bikini waxs prior at other spas, I was a bit nervous, BUT, it is true what has been written by others, Maksim really knows how to make the experience enjoyable, yes, I said enjo
  4. Bright and meticulously clean rooms, friendly and accommodating staff, and the best facial I've had in NYC.
  5. After being a client for 2 years I am leaving because of poor customer service.
  6. When people compliment how great I look, I say, ?
  7. was in love with the warm and gentle personality of Angela the technician but since she has left the owner continued to make me wonder why pay the extra money to be continuously insulted by her rude and cold behavior.
  8. I'll tell you they have some wonderful people working there.
  9. The staff is warm and friendly and the services are just as good if not better than any of the trendy spas I have been to in NYC.
  10. Overall the service was great and yes it is all true what i heard and read about Maksim Spa.
  11. I'm a picky person and to find people that really care about your health and skin is such a wonderful experience.
  12. know I am going to get the best service to benefit my skin and condition and I look forward to going every time.
  13. Although I like the front desk ppl at Maksim better, the people that work with you and the atmosphere is much better at Glow.
  14. Great service in an intimate and relaxing environment
  15. the receptionist was very friendly, the spa is nice- and olya rocks!
  16. hope service and courtesy is as great when crowded.
  17. The staff is super attentive and sweet and I know I am not just another customer when I walk in there.
  18. the receptionist, (nordia), was extremely attentive to my needs from the moment i arrived.
value
93.33000183105469% positive
  1. got the "famous" extraction facial which just consisted of washing my face and extractions for the price of $115.
  2. By this time I had already found a new gem in Columbus Circle for a reasonable price.
  3. always walk out of there with a huge smile on my face.
  4. was in love with the warm and gentle personality of Angela the technician but since she has left the owner continued to make me wonder why pay the extra money to be continuously insulted by her rude and cold behavior.
  5. would totally recommend this place, it's worth every dime.
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. Their Lavendar Hard Wax is the best Waxing product out there for painless, long lasting hair removal.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/19/12

Personalized-customized facials - with great results!

by mjams at Citysearch

I found Maksim Spa and came to Lena with a severe adult acne problem two years ago. I never had acne as a teenager and my acne problem started as I was living in Europe, and there I went through a battery of antibiotics and treatments that have done more damage than good. I was determined to change things around once I get back stateside.

Lena has been with me since the beginning and had patiently and painstakingly did my facials and extractions where we started off with weekly treatments at the height of my skin problem. She had also advised me with at-home skincare from the products they carry which I used and followed religiously. She had asked me to modify my diet as well, which perhaps, may have had contributed to my breakouts.

There were times in the early months that Lena and I had our doubts about my progress but I trusted her. I feared for the worst, the constant painful cystic breakouts and, thereafter, the scarring. But Lena assured me, spent time with me, and was very thorough in my treatments that things will be better and that my face will look beautiful again. We both did not give up.

Now two years later I'm acne free with only occasional breakouts and most importantly no scarring. I owe a lot to Lena for her personalized approach to her quality treatments and as well as her perseverance and patience with me.

I definitely recommend Maksim Spa for its boutique style spa treatments, excellent and friendly customer service from Olya and the gals behind the desk, and they stand behind the products they carry and recommend.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/22/11

Best Facials Ever

by KayKayKayKay at Citysearch

I would just like to say that I have been going to Maksim Spa for years and ever since my first time i loved it. I have been back ever since. I love the signature facials that they give, i have always suffered with acne and it has done wonders for my skin and my complexion. I have had facials done from both Lena and Olya and they were excellent. I would suggest anyone to go here for spa treatments.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/22/11

Excellent

by asb1688 at Citysearch

Great facial! Lena was very gentle - i barely felt any pain during the extractions! Feel very refreshed. She was also very informative and I know better how to take care of my skin. Will definitely be going back

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/10/11

Amazing.

by elletrain at Citysearch

So I needed a facial after a bad experience at Dermalogica. They basically washed my face and I didn't see any results at all (at Dermalogica). Normally I go to Bliss, I get a facial there at least every couple months, and Dermaologica was a one time thing I wanted to try. So in my quest for a facial that had a decent price point as well as reputation I checked out the Allure website for some help. I tried the half hour Elemis facial, that was another bust. So I came across Maksim and decided that Allure liked it, so it must be pretty legit.

First off, I called in the morning for an afternoon appointment and they were completely helpful, trying to fit me in with such short notice and all. So I arrive, and I definitely was not used to the smaller, more personal atmosphere compared to Bliss. And I found out that Olya was running late but I was not angry since I had been offered a lovely glass of wine while I waited, and the waiting area was filled with some really great RECENT magazines too!

So finally Olya comes to get me and although the room seemed small it smelled fantastic. Right away she got to work and saw how clogged my skin was, but she wasn't rude or mean about it which has happened to me before, giving me anxiety about getting facials. She also told me *this will not be a pampering facial but a deep cleaning facial. Omg I was scared. And naturally it hurt like crazy, and she spent about 45 minutes doing painful extractions. I had been using a clarisonic for awhile and that did nothing to really help my skin, and Olya told me I had a serious amount of oil trapped in my skin. Then she offered me the option of a $25 extra seaweed mask which totally stopped any burning or pain I felt and calmed my sensi skin a lot. Oh and the arm/neck massage was amazing.

When I was finished I felt my skin, afraid of what was there, and to my surprise, after all that pain and prodding and picking, my skin felt smoother than it has in a very long time. So I met Olya at the counter and she recommended but did NOT push products. I purchased the cleanser and plan on going back for the rest when I get paid. ***What I always hated about Bliss is they pushed their own products too much despite the array of brands they carry and the Bliss products suck.

Anyway I did pay a decent amount of money after tip, the face wash and the extra mask, but wow it was so worth it. The receptionist was lovely, she even helped me find the nearest Apple store and called them to confirm their address. That is unlikely kindness from a New Yorker. Olya also explained my skin problems to me using scientific explanations, not a big machine like at Elemis. I cannot wait to try the face wash I got because she recommended it based on the fact I like organic products. I have been recommened products at Bliss that were totally not right for me, so I have faith in Olya.

Overall, I would most definitely return, maybe I would skip the seaweed mask to save money, but I really needed that deep cleaning. It was such a nice, comfortable experience that I feel like I have found my facial heaven.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/26/11

Sanctuary in the City

by back2nyc at Citysearch

Conveniently located amid the hustle and bustle of downtown this cozy spa transports you away from it all with its relaxing ambience, friendly staff, great music selection and tea selection!

I had my first Brazilian wax done here and I must say the experience was better than I could have imagined. Before we started my esthetician (one of the sisters; I mix them up, they’re both awesome!) walked me through a breathing exercise and coached me as we went along. I now use this same breathing technique at the dentist!

The Details on Maksim Spa

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  • olya rocks
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  • helpful nordia
  • best brazilian bikini wax

Message from Maksim Spa

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Maksim is an intimate spa devoted to providing exceptional, personalized service in as relaxing atmosphere. Here we offer great facials, massages, skin treatments and of course our specialty waxing. We have taken traditional skin care to a new level, offering only very thorough facials but also nutritional consultations and programs that can benefit the clients overall health and beauty. Our Philosophy is that in order to effectively treat problem skin, one needs to determine the root of the problem first and treat it internally and externally to get the best, lasting results.

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