Brazilia Skin Care, San Diego

"Comfort" isn't the first word that comes to mind when you're thinking about a Brazilian wax, but Brazilia Skin Care is trying to change that. At five locations throughout San Diego, the day spa's all-female staff waxes almost every body part, always with gentleness as their foremost goal. Customers choose between European hard wax or cream-based strip wax, both of which were developed for sensitive skin. The stores also sell aftercare products that prevent ingrown hairs and irritation.

In addition to waxing, the team performs facials, peels, and massages. They even have three ways to change up your eyebrows that don't involve drawing a third brow on your forehead: waxing, tweezing, and threading. And though the atmosphere certainly caters to women—the website tells working moms to "bring your baby"—Brazilia has an entire menu of men's services, including chest waxes and facials that help with the side-effects of shaving.