Shizuka New York Day Spa

07/08/2008 Posted by shd1970

I have had botox one time before, but thought I'd try this place because it is closer to my office. Dr. Silich was very patient and answered all of my questions. His botox injections were quick and less painful than I remember from before. While I was there I decided to have a manicure also. The staff was friendly and the place was clean. I also liked their green tea. I will probably go back next time.

Pros: location, staff, green tea

Cons: slightly pricy

03/14/2008 Posted by cdarby

When I read an article about Shizuka’s Day Spa I thought “An Asian atmosphere in the middle of our hectic Manhattan environment”. What a great idea! Since I enjoyed several vacations in Asian countries, I looked forward to the appointment I made at Shizuka’s. It turned out to be more than I expected. From the moment I stepped out of her private elevator to her 6th floor retreat, it became my wonderland. I was too early for my appointment so an attractive receptionist led me into the Lounge. She seated me in one of the upholstered armchairs and served me green tea with delicately thin delicious cookies. It was such a calm and soothing environment. Every detail was perfect including the soft lights and soothing music. When the aesthetician introduced herself, I was already relaxed. She guided me into a treatment room and gave me a comfortable gown to change into. S he examined my face with microscopic lenses and suggested a micro facial to rid me of facial whiteheads and a Wrinkle Buster treatment for the deep lines around my lips. I had a few minutes of discomfort while she did her job. After the difficult part, she gently massaged my face with several different soothing, yummy creams. The result of the hour long procedure was amazing. After I dressed, she took me into the make-up room where she analyzed the results. I was delighted. My complexion glowed!!!! The face in the mirror appeared ten years younger. I made another appointment for the following week and included time for the manicure and pedicure the spa offered. My total experience at the Spa was wonderfully uplifting. My honest opinion is “two thumbs up”.

Pros: Convenient after-work, midtown location

Cons: Not even one!!!

03/06/2008 Posted by tmks00

I had been going to Shizuka for a number of years and was very pleased with the spa's services and prices. It seems like the price point of services may have increased recently (or I may have noticed it more recently), relative to other spas that offer similar or same services. The business hours during the week used to be an hour later than is currently, which has also prevented me from returning. I think the receptionists and the aestheticians are very professional, pleasant and nice. I am not so sure if it is worth paying the premium to go to the spa, when I can get the same level of service at a cheaper price elsewhere.

Pros: Highly skilled/trained aesthetician, location

Cons: High price point

03/04/2008 Posted by spalover44

I had a Micro Facial at Shizuka NY and I totally enjoyed it. I have really oily skin and I get nervous about having facials but they really customized it to my skin. The technician asked a lot of questions to make sure that it was the right one for me. When she said my face was in need of hydrating, I got concerned, but she was totally dead on right. My face hasn't felt or looked this good in a long time. And usually at spas when they say it takes 50 minutes, they usually include the time it takes for them to get their equipment ready, but they didn't do that. This one was totally unhurried and relaxing the entire time. I especially loved that they constinuously massaged my face, my neck, even my hands and feet during the treatment so it didn't feel like just another facial. I'll be heading in again soon.

Pros: Knowledge of the technicians, service, concern for clients needs

02/19/2008 Posted by ragazzamilanese

Seriously ladies, spend your money elsewhere. I am a frequent spa-goer (Ohm Spa and Thai privilege among my favorites), and I had a miserable experience at this spa. First, I was made to wait for 45 minutes for the facialist to retrieve me from the waiting area for my 5:30 appointment. I had dinner plans for the evening which I was getting late for, so when I asked to reschedule, the receptionist kept insisting "she'll be right out". Everyone seemed thoroughly incompetent -- once my facialist received me, she performed everything so hurriedly and awkwardly; she seemed pretty inexperienced, and did not make me feel the least bit at ease/pampered. There were also atrocious overhead lights on the entire time, and the entire place is much uglier than other spas. Please go to Ohm spa, Thai privilege, or elsewhere for a truly pampering experience that is well-worth your money.

Pros: Midtown location - convenient post-work

Cons: Customer service, poor value, chaotic/cramped, ambiance relative to competition, incompetence of staff

02/22/2007 Posted by jmast911

I am a repeat client at Shizuka and am very happy with my recent Micro-Facial. Lisa was my facialist and she was very sweet, precise and not product pushy at all. My extractions didn't even hurt (which you understand if they do since they're not supposed to be pleasant) and she used this amazing pumpkin enzyme mask on my face! The massage was great too. I left without worrying about hailing a cab home because my skin was not red and bruised at all...I took the subway..ha. I go to different spas but Shizuka is one of the only ones I plan on being a repeat client over and over again. I highly recommend them.

Pros: Clean, professional, relaxing atmosphere, wonderful staff

Cons: None that I can think of

09/22/2006 Posted by akwilson

At Shizuka New York, I finally let someone else take charge of my skincare. I'd had a horrible experience years ago with my first facial at a different spa, where I'd left with burning, raw-feeling skin that took hours to calm down. After that I determined I would never get another facial - until I turned thirty and decided maybe it was time to rethink that decision. My clinician at Shizuka's was super-considerate, paying attention to what I'd written on my intake form and asking me about my skin concerns. She told me what she was using, and kept checking in with me to see how I was feeling, which is what I'd told her I needed. And the experience itself was divine - plenty of deep cleansing, but also soothing massage on my face, neck, hands and feet. And when I left - no inflammation, no irritation - just the glow I'd been hoping for. I would definitely go back for more.

07/27/2006 Posted by defyinggravity05

I had a signature micro-facial with Shizuka about a week ago... First of all, the spa is beautiful. Very nice, relaxing environment, and the orange/strawberry-infused water is soooo good! The facial was nice... I have very sensitive skin and Shizuka used very mild products that did not irritate it at all. The massage incorporated in was also nice, and it was overall, one of the most pleasant facials I have ever had. Shizuka was extremely knowledgeable about the product line and offered a great deal of good advice on how best to take care of my skin. And she was really nice :) However, the results were not as good as I have gotten at other spas. My pores were smaller and my skin cleared a little bit, but even a week later, there is a lot more redness to my skin than I have seen in a while... which is surprising, since the products felt very mild. I'm not sure if this is just a delayed reaction to one of the products, the facial itself, or just the fact that my skin is very sensitive and it's hot and humid outside, so I still highly recommend Shizuka because it was, nonetheless, a very pleasant and soothing facial and the spa is lovely.

Pros: Extremely comfortable and great-feeling facial, but...

Cons: a fair amount of redness that I haven't seen in a while...

06/17/2006 Posted by e10girl

I've been to Shizuka for both her micro facial and hair removal. Shizuka was very nice, knowledgeable and attentive. The facial was very relaxing and included an arm/hand massage and foot/leg massage. The only comment I have is that there were less extractions than other places I've been to.

06/14/2006 Posted by fumikops

I booked an appt during a trip to NY after reading the reviews. Price is standard & treatment good, but not "the best". Since it was my vacation, I hoped for a more spa like experience. Unfortunately, I was disappointed w/; the lack of luxuries & the ambiance, thin walls that let you hear noise from next door, and no pampering from staff. This is a good place to go if those things don't matter. I also wasn't asked about my preference for esthetician. This was at the old location