Shannon N.
Yelp
Stark used to have a location over in West Hollywood but they've closed down (I think it was in FacePlace on Santa Monica Blvd.). Now this location is their last one standing and although it's a trek for me since I've moved across town, I have to admit it was worth the drive.
I was back and forth via email with their front desk, and they were prompt and friendly in getting back to me, which made me look forward to my visit. One thing I was aware of is how awful the parking is in this area, so I was lucky to get a spot way up past Hamilton near Berkeley. I knew I was taking a risk on appointments being available at a reasonable time, but I knew I wanted to check out their retail.
There is a cute shop in the front that has everything from skincare to cards, items for 'well-being' and some really pretty lollipops that are too attractive to eat. Lord Jones also has a small shelf here as well if that is your thing. And I was happy to see one of my favorite lines by Henne available!
Brigitte (Brigid?) was the girl working at the desk, and she was really helpful. During this visit, I was just looking at their gifts and seeing if a tech was working that I was familiar with. I knew I would return for an actual service when I had more time to be in the area.
This came about a month later where I was super lucky with getting a parking spot practically right on the corner of Sunset and Micheltorena St. I don't know who the girl at the desk was this time around, but she wasn't as friendly as the girl on my prior visit. Not to worry, all of my interactions-including payment-was with the girl (Maya) who did my eyebrows, and she did them well. The rooms are semi-private where the ceiling is open so you can hear a flurry of activity within the space. Waxing services of any kind aren't exactly relaxing anyway, so I didn't mind the chatter.
Stark is quite a distance for me, but at least I know you can get a decent brow job done here, in addition to another bonus: being right next door to Lark Cake Shop...