Vada Spa

Nice experience, ..I read the competitors' COMMENTARY ...SO SAD.....the only thing I can say is, I will never go to give my money to bad people like THE COMPETITOR, with this comentaries waNt to salvatage this new business, I think everybody has to have the chance to make money in NY, have a little ETIQUE COMPETITORS, learn that bad o jealous people will never be succesfull, remember everything is KARMA and may be some day somebody will do the same to you, let people make some money there is enough for everybody, the most important thing is CLEANING YOURSELF OF THAT BAD ENERGY, CHANGE IS WHAT YOU NEED COMPETITOR...aftTer that probably you will make more money...try to be happy stop being so miserable...

And ladies from VADA, don't worry we know how hard you work, you are doing a good job....GOD BLESS, WE WISH YOU THE BEST....

Posted 08/07/08

This spa was a unique experience. When you come in there is a pleasant waiting area where they serve free refreshments including free glasses of wine.

After receiving a free patch test, I purchased a laser package of six. I then was taken to a room where the technician lasered my hair. The technician was experienced and pleasant. The space was spacious. The entire process went smoothly and there was no unpleasant surprises as in other spas. I expected the experience to be painful and was happy to see it was a painfree operation. I am now purchasing a gift card for Vada Spa for my husband.

Pros: location, plesant experience, friendly staff, no waiting, clean spa

Cons: not much parking

Posted 08/05/08

I was in on Sunday with a few friends, and I must say, the service was great. The girls at the front were welcoming and very perky. My nails were done just the way I like. The music was a little out of place, but I can't say there was much wrong with this place. I will definitely book another appointment in the future.

Posted 07/28/08

I was at this spa recently and I waited a long time!!! for an appointment, not because they were crowded but because they had one person to do the waxing it seemed. the place was not spalike and serene. The person behind the desk was so curt. I won't go here again!

Posted 07/27/08

The first time I went there I was a little concerned about how relaxed I could get. It was a little crowded and everyone was very fast paced. But I was pleasantly surprised. The treatments I received were wonderful and a very high quality for the price. The facials are great and the esthetician took time to be percise and gentle with my sensitive skin. The nail technician was pleasant and did a wonderful job as well.
Its not a ritzy place and can be a little crowded but the service quality was amazing, especially for the price.
I especially like that they are serious about their work and the quality of it, but keep it down to earth. Also a very clean and well kept environment.

Pros: Excellent services provided

Cons: A little crowded

Posted 07/25/08

I have been to this place a few times before and felt that I should write about my experience. Both times I was here in mid-day about 2 or 3. I suppose at that time you can pretty much just come in get whatever you need and leave without any waiting. So far I have had a pedicure, manicure and on Tuesday, I had a facial with a haircut, style and blow-out. I really have no complaints and for the price I can definitely give this spot 5 stars. For me this place is extremely convenient, It is clean and the girls know what they are doing. Jenny who did my hair was wonderful (even though her English was ?not so good?). She does speak Portuguese, Spanish and Russian. I was concerned for 1 minute but somehow she was able to ease my concerns and I am really happy with her work.

My facial was with Samantha who is from the Caribbean. It was amazing. Samantha pointed out my ?problem areas? we did the mask and I really really am glowing. I feel like I have a new face. I can recommend this place, and have to my friends already. The service and what you ultimately pay is incredible and I will be coming here in the future.

Pros: excellent value, location, staff

Cons: none

Posted 07/25/08

They didn't have any air conditioning when I went there. Aren't we going through a heat wave? Spa's are suppose to take you on a mini-vacation...This place was really muggy. Are they going green without ventilation? If so, they should go green the right way. Oh, and why would you yell at your worker, "Jorge?" Don't you have any shame in treating an employee in that manner whether they are a "Jorge" or an "Amy?" For having a big rainbow flag in the window, you seem quite intolerant.

Posted 07/21/08

I was super surprised at what a great facial I just received. Even more so was that it cost me HALF of what I would have paid at my regular place. Rena did a wonderful job explaining and even though I had the micro done before, this time my skin and face was glowing. I made my second appointment and I am so glad I took the chance to walk in. wonderful, wonderful, spa and I extremely highly recommend it to anyone....

Pros: grreat staff, clean surroundings, loved it

Cons: none

Posted 07/17/08

We are visiting New York and come here every beginning of summer. The village is one of those places I enjoy especially this week. Anyway this place, vada is new since I didn't see it last year but I must say that, they really took care of us. I got a full wax done and my partner got the spa mani and pedi as well as a wax on his shoulders. The wine was a great touch and everyone was very nice, I will definitely be back next time and I can recommend this place to anyone.

Pros: clean, great staff, nice place

Cons: seemed too busy

Posted 06/28/08

As I entered the spa for my birthday brazilian wax I wasn't thrown back, it is a clean and tidy place but I just imagined it different with the title Spa on it. The person who greeted us at the desk wasn't all that jolly, but the woman who performed my brazilian was sweet. I left in pain and a bit satisfied from the place, but once i got home to check on my nether regions it was completely irritated I felt the pain!!!! It was horrible I imagined it to be nice and smooth what I got was bumpy red and swollen! I am not satisfied at all!!! Makes me realize that I should have sprung for the more expensive brazilian else where. If you want your down there to be all burned and peeling i suggest you go to Vada... I wasn't the only one either I went with my cousin that day and she had the same complaint, we didn't have a good brazilian experience. There's no way we're going back there again!!

Pros: Clean

Cons: The outcome was horrible..

Posted 06/27/08

I absolutely love this spa. I used to go to one place for my manicures, another for my waxes, and yet another for my facials. VADA has everything- great products, great ambiance, and great service. Living in the area for a number of years, i havent found another place with comparable service for the great prices.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, I have already turned a number of my friends and colleagues on to VADA, all who thanked me for finding this place!!

Pros: clean, well priced, great service and products

Posted 06/23/08

I don't know about the negative responses written previously, but my experience was nothing but FANTASTIC. The people working there are extremely nice and constantly checked that my manicure was coming out the way I wanted it to look. One time I walked in during a busy period and was told my wait would be 20 minutes--and it was just that- no longer than the 20 minutes they promised- which is rare among salons which usually say 5 minutes when the wait is 30 min or more.

Most importantly, the WAXING was SUPER CLEAN. The waxer wore gloves and didn't double dip her sticks. I lived in that area for 4 years and I think for the quality, price and cleanliness this place can't be beat.

I've been there several times already and I'll keep coming back.

Posted 06/23/08

I was looking for a less expensive alternative to my usual eyebrow wax and decided to give Vada Spa a try when I saw the ad in Metro NY. On May 24th I had a pedicure and an eyebrow waxing. The pedicure was fine and uneventful, which I fully expected for the price.
The eyebrow wax was another story. I told the aesthetician that I had an eyebrow waxing the week prior but that I wasn't satisfied with the results. She just nodded her head and proceeded. I got some serious burns from the procedure. It really hurt for som e 30hrs. While I waited for the pedicure to dry, I told them about the pain and they put some ointment on it. I asked for ice and they supplied it. They also said that my skin was just sensitive due to waiting only a week between waxings. I do wish I had been told that PRIOR to the waxing. I didn't know since I had never done it a week apart. The next morning a number of large open wounds (or maybe scabs? It hurt too much to touch) were visible all around my eye area. I wore shades all day and used Neosporin. Friends asked what the hell happened to me.
I emailed pictures of the damage to Vada. They wrote back apologetically, offering me a refund and a complimentary eyebrow waxing with their sensitive skin wax (which is one of the reasons I decided to try them). I got my refund but can't see myself going there for another waxing.
They were friendly and courteous. Though I think the title "spa" is excessive. I expect more when I hear that word used.

Posted 06/21/08

Got my hair removed from my legs for the first time using a laser and it was amazing. I will never go back to waxing. Esfira was wonderful and I highly recommend her. I had a coupon from another place near by when I picked up the voice and found this place. Honestly, I went in by accident as I was going to use the coupon at the other place. I got a manicure while I kind of checked the place out and the girl at the front mentioned about laser. We talked and she said that they accept other coupons. I got the consultation and I really wasn't sure. But after a little patch piece they did I went for the whole thing. I don't understand the other reviewers; maybe they had a bad day or something. But I will definetly be back and already told my friends to come by.

Pros: clean, knowledgeable staff , low PRICES

Cons: none

Posted 06/17/08

So here's the lowdown. Yeah, a lot of what has been said is true- the ambiance is hospital-like, the staff is a bit aloof, pushy at times, etc. BUT the prices really are great and the results of the services are great. Rina is an amazing aesthetician for a facial, she is knowledgeable and will do wonders for your skin. The place promises and delivers, at least for facials, though it doesn't have its act together 100% on timeliness or customer service. It is nowhere near 5 star service, I wonder if they really do have the amount of business they say they do, but at least you'll get a great deal for Manhattan.

Pros: price

Cons: hospital-like ambiance

Posted 06/15/08

I visited the spa for the first time this week and loved the experience. I got a couple of treatments done and was very satisfied. The girl who did the facial for me (I don't remember her name) did such a thorough job plus she gave my face a soothing massage which not all facialists do for some reason. I also had a massage and body scrub with Ivan who was just so nice. I had my massage upstairs (didn't even know they had a downstairs like the other girl said) and I was given a robe lol. The place is clean and trendy and for the prices you can't go wrong. I'm definately going back.

Pros: Everyone is very pleasant and attentive

Cons: None

Posted 05/16/08

A friend and I decided to come here for spa week for a massage. We figured since it was new it couldnt' be that bad. WARNING, this is a nail salon not a spa. Upon check in, I was asked for the payment prior to the massage which is unusual for spa. A masseuse had walked me to the massage room, which was downstairs of the nail salon, since they do not have a locker room. As I was changing and about to go under the blanket someone walked in on me and saw me in the buff. The person quickly closed the door. I was horrified and jumped under the blanket. The person didn't even have the courtesy to knock first. Anyways, five minutes later my masseuse comes in and doesn't even apologize even after being told what just happened. She then proceeds to ask me if I have anything to tie my hair because "it will always get in her way." Of course she was annoyed that I didnt. I've been to many salons and they always have a locker room and never have they asked me to tie my hair back. During the massage all i heard was the people upstairs in the nail salon walking back and forth and the workers speaking very loudly right outside my door. Not a very relaxing atmosphere, it was so bad that my masseuse had to stop, open the door and shush her coworkers. Someone again opened the door while i was getting the massage and quickly closed it. This time the person only saw my back but again how rude is that?! After the horrible rubbing had ceased, the masseuse had asked me if I would like to take a hot shower or be wiped down with towels. I asked where the shower was and she told me it was upstairs and that they didnt have bathrobes that i can wear. So I really didn't have a choice but to be wiped down with a towel. This is absolutely the WORST place I have ever been to. The best thing the owner did was to offer 15% off the next service,saying that they were so busy because of spa week. (There was only one other person there aside from me and my friend.) Avoid at all costs.

Pros: NONE

Cons: Everything from customer service, service, decor and atmosphere

Posted 05/05/08

They gave me a nice massage on my feet with the chair massaging my back. That was great. But what I really liked was the pedicure. You should have seen my feet. I had 2 ingrown toe nails and the little black fuzz that collects in between my toes, not a pretty site. Rima (I'm sure, closed her eyes and prayed) took my feet and a short 40 minutes later made my feet look like movie stars. AND it only cost me $22. I will definitely be back, and I hope to have Rima do my feet now that they are so pretty

Pros: absolutely the best value

Cons: none

Posted 05/03/08

I found this spa through spa week and made an appointment for their 60 minute massage. At first I was not that comfortable because it seemed that there was to much going on and I had to wait almost 30 minutes. But the massage with Ivan was great and just what I needed. I took their menu and their prices seemed really reasonable so I decided to get the chocolate facial done. I thought that I had to make an appointment but the front desk took me in and apologize for the wait explaining the "spa week" situation. Clara gave me some super advise on what to do with my dry skin that I didnt think would work, but one week after the facial my skin looks better then ever. I will definitely be back when their outside deck opens for the summer. Great looking place, great knowledgeable people +++

Pros: great location and scene

Cons: a bit disorganized

Posted 04/28/08

I was very pleased to find this new spa right around the corner from I work. This allowed me to walk in after a tough day and indulge in this new establishment. I had the swedish and it was the best I ever got. I highly recommened this place

Pros: Location and amazing Decor

Cons: None I can think of

Posted 04/26/08