Radiance Spa

I read all the reviews on Unilocal and decided to get a biolift and microdermabrasion facial and a 30 min massage. Christina did an amazing job. I have gotten so many facials and massages throughout my life. Many at very high end places (Ritz Carltons, Mandarin Oriental etc) Christina blew them all away!!! Amazing! Can’t wait to go back!!!

Wow. Thank you so much Radiance Spa. Christie, you are an angel. I didn’t know that a Brazilian wax could be so painless. You are magic, and you kept me distracted with amusing chit chat the whole time.
I will be back!

Jo gave me a facial with Biolift today, and it was the best I’ve ever had. She has strong, tiny hands – perfect for massaging fine facial muscles. The extractions hurt, but that is to be expected. And after that part was over, I even fell asleep. There was no product-​shilling, only explanation of what she was doing. The price is reasonable, and my skin looks and feels smooth, hydrated and firm.

I came here for an eyelash tint. It was my first one ever and I have to say it was painful and uncomfortable, but Josine made me feel as reassured and semi comfy as one could possibly be during such a tedious process and made sure to thoroughly clean it my eyes after. I’m not sure if I would get a lash tint again, but if I were, I’d come back here.

Jo is my favorite girl in town! She takes care of my skin. I honestly don’t let anyone give me a facial except Her. Thanks to her my skin is flawless can’t wait to see her again!

I had the microdermbrasion facial and was very pleased with the experience! Its not a fancy place and I am not even sure of the quality of the products that were used. But its definitely worth the money for the time Jo spent on my face. I have had one facial before and this one surpasses that one by a long shot. I was given a face, shoulder, arm, and hand massage and the extraction process was super painful but the next day my skin was so clear! Jo was so nice and made me feel comfortable the whole time! I received a first time customer rate, but not sure i could justify $ 160 for next time.

First time at this place. When I walked in the door she was texting and making no eye contact. Totally cold and unwelcoming. Told me to sit. Then she told me the room was ready. I went in and, while I stood there, she looked at my skin for 3 seconds and made a tisking sound, then she asked me if I was pregnant after looking at my body, then started giggling. That was the most ridiculous experience. I left.

Jo is wonderful! She’s friendly, knowledgable and gives a great massage
Her facials are thorough! This is what extractions should feel like! It’s not an easy process but she does what she can to bring out the skin you wish to have!
I really appreciate what she does, it’s good to know I can trust her with my skin issues
The price is very reasonable for the amount of work she puts in
Love it! She’s very sweet and accommodating as well

Just amazing! So lovely, detailed, comfortable, convenient. I second all of the rave reviews, which lead me to the Spa initially. I’m never going anywhere else for a facial.

The facial with biolofting is totally amazing! I have been 3 times and I have been getting compliments all over the place. If Josine didn’t deserve it, I wouldn’t want to give my secret away! So glad I found this place which also happens to be super convenient.

Found this place on Unilocal.It is the typical nyc apartment style «spa» setting, but SO welcoming. Great treatment with Josline yesterday! She gave me microdermabrasion and a biolift, plus a nice soothing facial — she explained everything she was doing in a calm voice and none of the products irritated my skin (which usually freaks out to everything). The whole process took almost two hours, but it won’t break the bank, AND she massages your hands and feet for a bit. I have a baby butt face today… and I’m already ready for my next visit!
They also do waxing and body work, so yes, I’ll be back!

I have been going to Josine for many years for waxing services. She is exceptional — the process is painless, with great results. She is also a perfectionist, in the best of ways, and always professional. I would highly recommend Josine for any type of service, and hope to try a facial very soon.

Before we traveled overseas we called Joe and she was kind enough to accommodate a facial for my wife
Her face was glowing afterward
Appointment is very easy and smooth because she always respond to calls and texts messages within a very short time
We are coming back for a second facial
Thank you Joe

My husband got me a gift certificate for a facial and massage. I had the microdermabrasion facial. It was the first time I had microdermabrasion; if you’ve avoided it b/​c it sounds harsh on the skin, I recommend you try it. It is not painful or rough on your skin. I had very dry winter skin and now it is as smooth as a baby’s!
The main thing I look for in a facial is DEEP CLEANING. I have large, clogged pores and lots of blackheads and Josine did an amazing job, she was incredibly thorough and my skin is squeaky clean and clear! At other spas I’ve had to do some touching up once I got home b/​c some pores were still visibly clogged but Josine was meticulous. The hour facial included a neck/​shoulder massage, hand massage and feet massage.
I then had a full body massage that was incredibly relaxing. It was refreshingly different, I’m so used to the same massage from most places I’ve been to but the masseur did a few different things that really helped release tension and relax my whole body. (Example: massaged around my kneecaps, around ankles, above elbow, the tops of my feet, pad of my big toe) I was a little apprehensive about having a male masseur but he respected my modesty and only uncovered the parts of my body that he was working on, and he worked under the cover or on top of the cover in some areas so I never felt exposed or embarrassed.
This will definitely be my go-​to spa from now on!

Josine is awesome! There is no other place to get waxed on the Upper West Side!

Josine is the rock star they all say she is.
Her specialty is waxing. She offers a 5-​star brow wax at a 3-​star price — that is, it’s not the $ 6 threading you can get a few blocks away, but it will hurt less, look cleaner, and you’ll feel better about the experience.
I also treated myself to a facial, since my wedding was five days out. She communicated ear procedure clearly. I felt that safe, pampered feeling you’re supposed to get. And then I felt very content and happy for the rest of the day.
Shockingly, I also made it through the day without my face getting red or painful. Hooray for Josine!
One more note: She plays good music – still spa music, but done much better. I wouldn’t think that would make much of a difference, but it wasn’t til my visit to Josine that I realized spa music didn’t have to be terrible.

If you need kind, friendly, professional and almost pain free wax go to Josine. You will not be disappointed. She provides decent disposable panties to wear during the treatment. Her prices were comparable to the bigger salons but her place is cozy with unique personal attention.

I found this place on Unilocal in between meetings in the UWS while deciding a facial was a must-​do for that day. At first I was apprehensive, this «spa» is really a first floor apartment in a residential building. And staff kept pushing the pricy microdermabrasion rather than the regular facial that I had wanted.
But after charging me a $ 100 for the usually nearly $ 200 microdermabrasion, I gave in. And loved it! Smoothed out my pre-​winter drying skin. And they gave me extra time without charge for a facial massage. I will be back. Very professional team there.

I highly recommend Radiance Spa. Josine is professional and accommodating. You definitely get what you pay for. While I have attended spa week and been to other estheticians for a great deal or even just a lower asking price, the results were never comparable to the quality of Josine’s work. I must warn you that depending on how congested your skin is, you may walk out looking you broke out in a rash on your face because of the irritation from the extractions. However, it is important to note that my skin is VERY congested and that it is two or three days later that you see the real magic.
Josine has been giving me facials since I was a teenager (5 years with her). Throughout all my breakouts, some extremely severe, her facials (with microdermabrasion and extractions) have been the only effective remedy. She is detailed oriented and I never have to worry about her missing a pore or a pimple. Josine definitely knows what she is doing and I do not trust anyone else as much with a microdermabrasion wand or an extractor tool around my face. She is a miracle worker. Even with a face full of acne, after two or three sessions with 10 day intervals in between, my skin is glowing and I receive endless compliments on how great my skin is.
There is a notable difference in my skin when I have been going to her and when I have been slacking. When I am super stressed and am too busy to go, it shows on my face. I remember one time, my skin was exceptionally bad and when she saw, she said tenderly, «What happened to my skin???» This shows that Josine takes personal responsibility for her work.
Your skin is the largest organ on your body. Your face, your complexion, is the first thing that people see and first impressions can dictate positive or negative interactions. While beauty on the inside is essential to living a full life, being and feeling beautiful on the outside is also important. Josine’s talents and expertise as an esthetician allows me feel confident and beautiful without make up. She enables me to realize the best version of myself and that is powerful.
What are you waiting for!!! Go book an appointment! You will never want to go anywhere else :)

Josine is so amazing! I have been going to see Josine for over 7 years. Started out getting brow waxes and bikinis which I have to say she is like an artist. She is a perfectionist and will make your brows perfectly to match your face :) Her technique for bikini waxing is amazing because she is gentle and swift.
Over the years I started trying different facials she offers. Right now I am addicted to the biolifting facial. It is perfect for someone who has a wedding, special event, or looking to tighten their face without surgery. I have been getting it because as I get older I notice my skin isn’t as firm and biolifting facials have help me firm up my face and not age as fast. My wedding is coming up and I have increase the frequency of my biolifiting facials over the last 6 months in preparing for the ceremony. Also Josine suggested I get biolifting for other areas of my body and I have been trying it on my arms and tummy. I have to say my arms look smoother and more toned and my stomach area seems to be more flat.
All I got to say… Thank You Josine for helping me look amazing :)
Amazing facials
Perfect brow wax
Painless bikini