La Maison Du Parfum Day Spa

05/12/09

Pamper yourself!

by Lisa42 at Citysearch

Every time I go, I meet someone new and they always "become my new favorite" as they are experienced, outgoing, very attentive. They don't over sell you on every single product, either, but they do offer helpful suggestions. They frequently have discounts on their amazing services. Convenient Lincoln Park corner location. My favorite Chicago salon!

• Pros: experienced professionals
• Cons: pricey, but as to be expected

05/02/09

A thrilling perfume experience; also a great facial

by Paquette at Citysearch

I was looking for a place that would custom-design a perfume for me, and came upon La Maison du Parfum through a friend. I called and made an appointment with the owner and perfumer, Xviara. She was extremely personable and I felt welcome as soon as I met her. Although I was excited to be making my own perfume—there were so many essences to choose from!--, I was thrilled to realize that I was receiving an education too, as Xviara guided me patiently through the process.

Was I pleased with my first perfume? Yes, and I still like it. And she will tweak your perfume until you’re satisfied. But now that Xviara has broadened my horizons so I can start to appreciate different essences, I realize that my taste is evolving. I sit down with her once a year to make a new perfume, and each represents a different stage of my taste. She can make a simple perfume or a complex one, depending on your preference. I trust her because she has a natural gift and a passion for fragrances, and besides her training and expertise, she likes to travel and look for ideas, which she brings to fruition through her “Privé” collection, each of which is unique. She also has other ready-made perfumes and colognes for both men and women.

Once in a while I will still explore department store/designer perfumes, but I have given away most of the old ones I bought in the past. NOTE: Once you go to La Maison and experience the perfumes, you will never feel the same way about department-store fragrances again! And if you are serious about making a perfume, be advised that you should not go right after a meal, especially one heavy on garlic or onion, or be chewing strong-smelling gum or breath mints. These can all interfere with your sense of smell, so you don’t get the full effect of each essence.

I have also gone for a facial there; Frances is wonderful, a warm and gentle person with a calming touch who is very knowledgeable about various products and how you should take care of your skin and face, and I would recommend her highly. La Maison has a soothing atmosphere that makes me love going there!

• Pros: Educational, aromatherapeutic, a unique adventure
• Cons: None

09/20/08

a jewel not to be missed

by mimimonee at Citysearch

I had been looking for a laser treatment facility and was referred by a friend to La Maison De Parfum. Friends are the best points of reference. From the first consultation on I feel like they really cared about my progress and what happens post treatment. This facility went above any expectations I had about laser hair reduction. Frances is a true professional who loves her work and the results speak for themselves. To complement my newfound hair-free skin, Xviara has created the most amazing skin care line that features a caviar cream that works miracles. Your skin will look and feel like a million dollars. Their have a great range of aesthetic services, that I found myself getting my hair cuts here as well. Their customer service is so on point; I really appreciate the phone call reminders! Beauty may be skin deep, but at La Maison de Parfum, they treat Beauty from the Heart.

• Pros: the list is too long for this space!
• Cons: i wish they were closer to my house!