Afterglow By Kae

Afterglow By Kae is a private studio at 1901 4th Avenue in Bankers Hill, San Diego. Its services are full body waxing, lash lifts and brow lamination. Waxing covers most body areas, and the studio keeps the full list on its services page. Hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 2:00 to 7:00 pm, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The studio is closed on Mondays and Sundays.

Waxing uses a gentle wax with a skin prep step. Hair needs to be at least a quarter inch long, and clients should skip lotions, oils and exfoliants on the day of the appointment. A lash lift lasts about six to eight weeks, and aftercare can extend that. Mascara can go on 24 hours after the treatment. Brow lamination smooths and sets brows into a fuller shape that holds for about six weeks. Clients should arrive with clean brows, free of makeup, oils or creams, and keep the brows dry and makeup-free for 24 hours afterward.

The studio describes its treatment products as clean, cruelty-free and sustainably sourced. It also says it charges no markups and applies no pressure to buy, and that its treatments produce real results. Booking requires at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations. No-shows or late cancellations may be charged 50% of the service, and clients more than 10 minutes late may have to reschedule. Clients who are sick can reschedule without a fee. All sales are final, but concerns about results can be raised with the studio. Clients under 18 need a parent or guardian present. Cash, major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Venmo are accepted.

A loyalty program earns one point for every dollar spent. Fifty points redeem for $5 off, and 100 points redeem for $10 off or a free add-on. Referrals earn the referrer $10 off when a referred friend books, and the friend receives $5 off. Loyalty members can book during their birthday month for $5 off and have access to exclusive promotions through the year.

The studio describes its products as clean, cruelty-free and sustainably sourced, and says it charges no markups and applies no pressure.