Maksim Spa

11/19/09

Fabulous Facial, Noticeable Results & Personal Attention

by Jenn528 at Citysearch

I have made facials with Lena a regular part of my routine now that my skin is noticeably different after 2 visits! On top of that, the attention to detail and personal attentiveness is unmatched in this city. It's just a relaxing, calming experience at Maksim, where you walk out feeling fabulous, knowing that your skin has really been taken care of -- I've honestly never had someone care so much about my face as Lena! Believe me - you'll want to try it, and then you'll go back for more.

• Pros: Attentive, Personal, and Detail Oriented!
• Cons: None - Worth Every Penny

11/15/09

fantastic in every way

by tripout at Citysearch

The owner involvement is what makes the experience so fabulous. Under her watchful eye, all products are purchased and services performed to their utmost quality. This place compares favorably to any others I have tried for years in the city. Clean and meticulous, I encourage everyone to try and the price point is kind to the pocketbook.

• Pros: best facial, waxing, relaxing, pampering without the price t

09/28/09

Great place

by wsgrl at Citysearch

Bright and meticulously clean rooms, friendly and accommodating staff, and the best facial I've had in NYC. The time I spent at Maksim Spa not only made my complexion sparkle but also renewed my spirit. Lena will be seeing me frequently, as visiting her spa has become a "must do" on my list. I highly recommend it!

• Pros: Fabulous facials; warm friendly service

09/23/09

Not Worth the HYPE!!! Ladies get Brazilians somewhere else.

by kdime143 at Citysearch

After being a client for 2 years I am leaving because of poor customer service. I 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. It is required that you leave a credit card number to book an appointment...even after leaving a credit number my appointment was given to someone else. I was furious because I was planning a very romantic evening with my husband. I was told nothing can be done. Then they had the nerve to call me 2 hours later and say we've done you a big favor and have opened a spot for you...WTF why wasn’t more done 2 hours before. As a continued customer why was I just given the cold shoulder and brushed off. By this time I had already found a new gem in Columbus Circle for a reasonable price. Ladies don’t fall into the hype it’s not worth the aggravation.

• Pros: Use sanitary methods
• Cons: POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE!

09/23/09

great experience

by honeyp04 at Citysearch

i always leave here with really great results. i would totally recommend it. i never leave with red marks or anything like the other place i was going to and i have african american skin

04/27/09

Amazing

by Zev at Citysearch

I never had acne as a child but in my thirties I started suffering from adult acne. After going to several dermatologists with no real results, I was referred to Lena and all I can say is wow! The facials are intense and Lena does an exceptional job. The bottom line is; I've been going there for a couple of years now, am acne free and receive compliments like "you're face is glowing". I would totally recommend this place, it's worth every dime.

• Pros: Non pretentious environment with exceptional service
• Cons: Limited availability

03/31/09

Best Facial in NYC

by ran360 at Citysearch

One of my best friends used to rave about her facials at Maksim spa. After trying many of the other spas in New York and not feeling 100% satisfied- Great Jones, Bliss, and Mario Bedescus...I decided to take my friends recommendation and try Lena at Maksim Spa. (Lena is one of the 2 sisters who owns the spa.)

Let's just say I went for a facial about 5 years ago- and have gone regularly ever since!

She is extremely thorough, knowledgeable, and leaves my skin looking extremely hydrated and perfectly clear.

I have an appointment tonight and I can't wait to walk out glowing!! :)

• Pros: I always leave glowing!
• Cons: None

03/18/09

AMAZING AND EFFECTIVE FACIAL! BYE BYE ROSACEA!

by MOONLOU at Citysearch

I HAD THE BEST EXPERIENCE AT MAKSIM SPA. I WENT THERE FOR THE FIRST TIME LAST YEAR WITH A BAD CASE OF ROSACEA.

I DECIDED TO TRY THE HOLISTIC APPROACH FIRST, BEFORE GOING ON MY DERMATOLOGIST'S RECOMMENDED ANTIBIOTICS AND CREAMS.

AND IT WORKED!

THIS APPROACH NEEDS MORE PATIENCE THAN ANTIBIOTICS, BUT THE RESULT IS AMAZING. MY SKIN STARTED TO CLEAR UP AFTER 4 MONTHLY FACIALS. TODAY I GET COMPLIMENTS ON MY SKIN ALL THE TIME.

LENA IS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PATIENT. SHE ADVISED ME ON BEAUTY PRODUCTS THAT WOULD IMPROVED MY SKIN, BUT NEVER PUSHED ME TO BUY HER PRODUCT.

SHE IS FLEXIBLE AND ALWAYS WORKED WITHIN MY BUDGET - WHICH IS NOT GRAND.

I CAN NOT RECOMMEND LENA MORE HIGHLY - I WISH I COULD GIVE HER 10 STARS.

• Pros: PROFESSIONAL AND KNOWLEDGEABLE

02/14/09

The Real Result

by becknows at Citysearch

I randomly decided to take a peak at the Maksim profile here on CitySearch the other day and was shocked to see the last 2 reviews written. Being that I have been a satisfied, dedicated client for YEARS (Thats right Juicy and Sara...NOT EMPLOYEE... CUSTOMER) I was stunned to see the last 2 reviews written. For anyone out there thinking or needing a facial, waxing or whatever I can tell you there is just NO PLACE like Maksim. The quality of service and result just simply cannot be matched. What sometimes seems to happen with people that have skin problems is that they fail to realize that results take extended periods (sometimes more than 6 months) of time (especially when treating things like acne). If someone is not consistent with facials and skincare regimens, they cannot expect the full result they had been hoping for... I say this because I used to have a skin problem and with the help of Maksim my face is as smooth and shiny as a baby's bottom! This is only because I have continued to and still do continue to get facials every 4-6 weeks (in addition to my regimen of products recommended). I know for a fact I am not alone in thinking this as many friends and family members (who have also written reviews here) have been going to Maksim for years (AGAIN NOT EMPLOYEES...CUSTOMERS). If you don't believe me, just ask Allure magazine that recently did a spotlight on this top notch Spa.

01/25/09

Overrated, and I really don't know why

by juicyjuicy at Citysearch

It is so weird because I had the same exact experience as the last reviewer. Honestly, I think that some of the positive reviews written here about Maksim are probably written by the workers, because I cannot believe that their facials actually benefit anyone with acne or rosacea problems. The facials that they complete strips your skin,and so do all the regimens they recommend that you do (which for me was all this Karin Herzog junk). One of the owners worked with my skin every time I went (for months!), and I had nooo improvement. Everytime it was like, lets try this or that and I spent tons of money on learning how to strip my skin and abuse it. At first she was like, i promise you in two three months your skin will totally change. She made me feel like if I really wanted to improve my skin I would have to buy all these products, otherwise I wasn't serious about improving my skin. THe only good advice I had gotten was from Nordia, who was so great and kind. A great spa to try is Glow Skin, which I went to after Maksim. Although I like the front desk ppl at Maksim better, the people that work with you and the atmosphere is much better at Glow. I worked with a woman whose name began with a K, I don't remember now, but she is amazing.

• Pros: Carry Eminence products
• Cons: ineffective treatments for acne