I tried Joie de Vie Saturday because I saw their website and was intrigued by the pictures on their website. When you walk in you instantly have that Austin cool laid back feel. The staff was so friendly and accomodating. It was probably the first time I walked into the salon and felt like part of a family. The energy of the staff was so great and I loved my haircut with Shelli. I will definitely recommend to anyone that Joie de Vie is my new salon!

had been given a gift certificate for a salon/day spa downtown and decided to use it yesterday evening. I wanted to pass along to everyone that this place is HORRIBLE. I received the worst eyebrow wax I have ever had (in at least fifteen years of doing so!) The individual who did it was apparently the only person at the salon capable of a brow wax, because I had to wait 45 minutes for her, and then I specifically told her that I like the shape and length of my brows and just needed a clean up. The wax was too hot, and it took some of my skin off, so I have scabs. (gross, sorry). I also have about one half of the eyebrows I used to. She didn't just clean them, they are practically picked clean off. Instead of applying pressure or something cooling to relieve the discomfort after waxing, she took a dry paper towel and wiped, repeatedly over the same irritated area (imagine it being like when you have a cold and your nose is finally rubbed raw...) I had to stop at 7-11 on the way home to get ice for my face because it was burning so badly.



I have never been swollen the day after a brow wax. Today I look like I have been kicked. In addition to the brow wax appearance and feeling, the individual who attempted to complete this task had some personal hygiene issues.



So, tell your friends and acquaintances so they won't make the same mistake that I did. boo.

I first came to Joie de Vie for my pre-wedding prep, but have decided to keep it up afterward! The people are awesome, the location is great, and the prices won't require you to sell a kidney on the black market! I definately recommend it!