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Boston Area's Best Places For Waxing

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It might be the middle of the winter, but that is no excuse not to be bikini ready, especially with so many great waxing salons around Boston. These salons are trusted for their timely appointments, almost pain-free procedures and for perfect outcomes. Whether you're looking for the perfect brow shapes or are getting ready for an upcoming vacation, a trip to one of these salons will have you feeling your best in a matter of minutes.

European Wax Center Boston
1387 Washington St.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 236-0050
www.waxcenter.com

The European Wax Center is one of the most popular places to get a wax in the city. It is known for painless visits using hard wax, which puts even the most timid customer at ease. Try to book your appointment ahead of time, because though it does accept walk-ins, this salon is quite busy. Its patrons also love that they are able to get amazing services at the European Wax Center for almost unbeatable prices. The Center has super simple online appointment booking, making it easy to schedule something on the go.
The Bella Boutique Spa
1349 Centre St.
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 796-7920
www.thebellaboutiquespa.com

Near the Newton Center MBTA station on the Green Line, the Bella Boutique Spa is another Boston-area favorite when it comes to body hair maintenance. It also has other great services including award-winning facials and massages, so if you hate getting waxed, you can reward yourself for going by scheduling a massage too. A wax can take as short as 10 minutes, and the friendly staff is known for getting you in and out in no time. The spa is clean and has a high-end atmosphere, making it much more comfortable than many typical downtown salons.
Lotus Mind+Body Spa
1183 Highland Ave.
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-6887
www.lotusmb.com

For MetroWest residents - or those willing to trek a bit farther for the perfect wax - Lotus Mind+Body is the place to go. It is a gorgeous salon with upscale service that even offers membership packages. And while it is a very high-quality spa, Lotus has very affordable prices, with bikini waxes starting at just $25 - that price might even be worth the train ticket to Needham. Just make sure to arrive early or at least on time. Lotus is known for its prompt scheduling.

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The Waxing Studio
114 Newbury St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 620-5695
www.waxingstudio.net

The Waxing Studio is a conveniently located salon in Boston's Back Bay. It is a small waxing-only salon adjacent to a hair salon. While its standard prices are a bit high, there are often online deals through local coupon websites and e-mail services that make a visit to The Waxing Studio more affordable for those on a budget. The Waxing Studio is also great for first-timers because the staff is really good about explaining the process if you need it. Definitely call ahead to book because there is only one wax room and one person on staff at any given time, so there could be a wait if multiple people come for a walk-in at the same time.
Beaucage Salon & Spa
71 Newbury St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 437-7171
www.beaucage.com

Beaucage is another good Newbury Street choice to get your next wax. This is an especially good choice for busy professionals because it is open until 9 p.m. on three weeknights per week. It is a great place to get an eyebrow touch up or a bikini wax. The prices are a bit high, over $40 for a standard bikini wax, but the staff makes up for it with clean, timely service. Plus, like for other spas in the area, there are often online deals that promote discounts. This is also a great place to purchase a gift certificate for friends or family because it offers a variety of spa services including a full hair salon.

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Cameron Bruns is the founder of BostonGreenBlog.com and co-author of Just Us Gals Boston. She lives in Boston's North End, where her goal is to promote ethical, stylish, and sustainable lifestyle choices to all Boston residents. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.

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