Mojo Spa

GREAT PLACE FOR A BACHELORETTE PARTY!!!
a friend and i planned part of our bachelorette weekend to include a half day at Mojo Spa. we had nine girls and a lot of nails to be painted! my friend looked up the details about renting the space in the back of Mojo and i did the coordinating with George, the owner. George got back to me promptly the same day that i emailed inquiring about renting the space out and assured me that we’d have a blast and that they would be as accommodating as they could be to ensure we’d have a good time.
for a decent priced fee (about $ 200) you can rent out the back portion of Mojo to make your party your own. you can cater or bring your own food and drinks without restriction or an extra fee. we ordered sandwiches from Publican Meats and brought our own desserts and rum based drinks. George has it set up so that you can plug in your phone to play whatever music you’d like for your party over their sound system. oh! and you can decorate however you want as well. we spent nearly five hours there just hanging out and having a good time while getting our mani/​pedis done. George let us know that we could spend as long as we wanted there until closing time so that we didn’t feel rushed.
during the planning portion George was communicative and open to questions and conversation about the bachelorette party. while we were there he was super friendly, attentive and organized. he had a schedule of who was getting what done and got us all painted in an efficient manner. some of the ladies bought some goodies from the store (they’ve got a huge selection of soaps, lotions, balms, etc., a lot of which are made by Mojo) and George didn’t hesitate to offer to ship them back to our homes for free (we all live in the SF Bay Area). we received our things within two days!
i 110% would recommend working with Mojo Spa if you’re planning a bachelorette party, birthday, bridal shower, etc! the experience from start to finish was awesome!

I walked in here on a Friday late afternoon around 8:00 and even though they were closing soon, they couldn’t have been more gracious and accommodating. I was leaving to go out of town the following day at 7am and had not had time all weekend to get a mani/​pedi. Two other nail places had turned me down due to it being so late in the day. The nail spa is clean, quiet, and so nice inside. I definitely recommend you go here, they are wonderful! Thank you nail spa for helping with my mani/​pedi crisis! ;)

From San Francisco, me and one of my closest friends decided to have a joint bachelorette party in Chicago. After three days of walking and touring the city, reserving the private area for our group of nine gals to get mani/pedi’s at mojo was awesome!
While the place looks girly with the big flowers and bright color walls, the place was super chill and immediately comfortable. We ordered food from Publican Quality Meats and some gals who couldnt make it on the trip shipped some rum punch with cute little umbrella drink cups. Mojo let us bring in anything and everything. We all just relaxed, had fun picking different nail colors, lounging around the store, and they did an awesome job on the nails.
The in-​house made products — scrubs, lotions, etc. smelled awesome and worked well to leave my skin silky. And on the eve of Warriors and Sharks playing in their respective championships, the nail artist did their team logos on my ring fingers and it came out so detailed. Even George, the co-​owner, talked west coast sports with me. Awesome!
Im no girly girl but felt totally at ease. Great pics in front of their photo-​booth-​esque wall and great products they shipped home for us for free!
Loved Mojo. Totally recommend it. Please come out to San Francisco. Thank you! #mojospa #wifeybachelorette

This is the candyland and willy wonka of nail spas. It’s what a spa should be! Say goodbye to the days where you’re herded like cattle to an uncomfortable massage chair… in what looks like someone’s crowded basement party. But you deal with it because every other place is the same right? Nooo ladies! Run for the hills and if you can’t then drive yourself over to wicker park because this beautiful place is the opposite of all that trouble! I can honestly say it’s probably the only place that deserves to call itself a spa. Spa experience; from the ambiance– no detail is left untouched. If you’re a visual person then prepare for a feast. It’s a very different experience– you can sip chamomile tea and relax while they take their sweet time removing your no chip. The person who did my nails was up for any design challenge! She took her time and the products used were so fragrant and wonderful. I love the fact that you can look at their website for some design styles before you come in.
Heads up:
1. Parking is hard to find
2. They don’t exactly open at 11am on the dot– it’s give or take 10 – 15 minutes.
3. They no longer offer Sunday brunch pedis. Pooh! I would’ve loved to experience that.
4. Make an appointment. I was lucky to come in on a walk-​in basis but I was told they’re super packed all the time.
5. Pricey products but overall nice to touch, feel, smell and probably buy if you’re looking to splurge!
Anyway, dealing with those minor setbacks is still worth it because this place is top notch. Bravo!

Went here for a pedicure and had a great time! This is a great place for a group or a girls day for nails. The staff was so friendly and the décor is super cute. All of their products smell so good and are available for purchase. Love it!

Amazing! I’m super impressed by all the products in this store. When they say that every product is handmade, it really is handmade! By far the coolest thing I’ve seen in the store is the candle that melts into a body lotion.
My favorite items are the Medusa Hair Oil and the Nifty Nail Candy. These are both oils for hair and nails, respectively, and are made with natural ingredients. The nail oil might be a little off putting as it is made with tea tree oil. The hair oil smells amazing and only 5 drops makes my long hair feel soft and luxurious.
I just started using the facial bar soap, so far so good. It’s gentle on my skin and definitely leaves my face feeling clean.
The workers here are so passionate about their products, it’s great! They like to show you their products, but they aren’t pushy at all about it.
This is a great place to get gifts for people! Everything here is amazing.

Came here for my cousin’s batchlorette party a while ago and rented the back out to get Mani/​pedis and makeup applications. It was wonderful to say the least! Everyone working was so great! So friendly and helpful and we had alot of fun with them. They let us bring food and mamosas in and we made drinks while getting pedicures. Also, love the soaps! Great experience for everyone especially the bride! Thank you MOJO spa! !

This is my absolute FAVORITE spa in all of Chicago. This especially says a lot as the talent and the business competition is not rare and far between in a city like Chicago.
Mojo Spa is able to provide a quality that many spas strive for yet are unable to achieve: AMBIANCE. For a lack of a better word, the ambiance is UNIQUE. The ambiance transports one to a whimsical wonderland. The spa is constantly updating their décor. I always look forward to stopping by whenever I am in the area, as I never know what to expect (in terms of the décor).
The beauty products reflect the ambiance. I have tried their face masks, and they are truly magically. I have also gifted friends with products from here; the response I always get from friends is one of overwhelming excitement.
I recently stopped by for a pampering with my sister-​in-​law to celebrate my birthday. The gal doing my manicure and pedicure did a phenomenal job. My favorite feature of the pedicure was the bath salt scrub (a very own Mojo Spa creation). The manicure and pedicure were very relaxing and therapeutic.
The overall experience was amplified by George. George provided the best comedic relief ever. He took the time to get to know my sister-​in-​law and I. More importantly, he made made sure I was enjoying my birthday to the fullest.
Honestly, once you celebrate your birthday at Mojo Spa, you must then celebrate it there every year after. This experience left me REJUVENATED, which is exactly what one needs on his/​her birthday. P. S. It does not hurt that I was gifted a lovely grapefruit mint soap bar in honor of my birthday ;).
Lastly, Mojo Spa is always bubbling with creativity. As of late, the spa has been hosting thematic parties that are rather affordable. I hope to explore one in the near future!

Had a great experience hosting a bachelorette party here a few weeks ago. We were able to bring in food, set up our gifts, etc. it was all really nice. There’s a smallish are in the back with two couches and a table (think someone’s cozy living room set up) it’s part of the shop, not a separate room which was nice as all the girls were getting manicures while we were socializing.
The owner George was very solicitous, helping the girls find the right nail colors, etc. the manicures were fast and well done. We were running out of time (we were going to a cabaret show after) and as host I wasn’t able to get my manicure done, so I received a gift certificate to come back, which was very nice.

This place is my go to for multiple reasons:
1. For manis/​pedis they are extremely clean, friendly, and use their own products for the «spa» part of the service.
2. I use their products for my face and ONLY their products. If really keeps my face clear considering my active lifestyle.
3. George– if you want to know how to run a business, chat with him and you’ll see that all it takes to be successful is getting to know your customers and knowing what they need/​what they may like when they come in.

Remember that feeling you get when you were a kid… walking into toys r us? I had that same excitement when I visited this amazing little gem!
The big colorful paper flowers grabbed my attention. Once inside, I couldn’t refrain myself from looking at all the gorgeous merchandise they have there. The pedicure area is gorgeous. They have tons of gel colors! Oh, did I mention… The even bigger paper flowers in the back was gorgeous!!!
This seem like the definitely place for a fun get together spa day for the girls! Super cute and fun. Lots of cool things to buy.

Came in with friends was very impressed with the hospitality and professionalism from the employees and management.

Came in with friends was very impressed with the hospitality and professionalism from the employees and management. Normally I do not visit spa’s but now have a new comfort level with them!

My friends and I visited the store past closing time yet the owners were so nice and welcoming and hosted us even past their regular hours! They helped us find gifts for others (soaps) along with skin care and makeup products based on our skin types and complexions.
I love their products which smell good, feel good, and are actually good for your skin!
I highly recommend the following:
–Bombshell Acne Spot Treatment (smells great and it works on acne that is forming or already turned itself into a nasty zit)
–Ultimate Detox Face Mask
–Ultimate Detox Deep Cleansing Facial Powder
–Illuminata Illuminating Herbal Makeup (I mix this with my BB cream and Liquid foundation)
–lip stain
You can shop their products online too and if you order $ 50+ you get free shipping!
If you are lucky enough to visit the store in person, keep in mind they have super cool events that you can RSVP too.

I first tried making an appointment here a few months back after I spotted the place walking to brunch one Sunday afternoon. I called and left a message. When I didn’t hear back the next day, I went else where for my bi-​monthly no chip mani/​pedi. But I was shocked I NEVER received a call back! I’ve been a Hair and Make-​Up Artist for over 15 years and have never and wouldn’t ever,
not return a clients message.
I usually get my nails done by where I work. But I happened to have a Thursday off and thought I would try to get an appointment in my neighborhood. I called around 10am and got the voicemail stating they opened at noon. Which is so weird in my opinion. But I left a message anyway. When 12:30 rolled around, and I never received a call back, I decided to drive there since I was running errands. I look back now and can’t believe I was so persistent on getting my nails done there when they clearly weren’t very accommodating. When I arrived they did seem busy with a wedding party. I asked if there was any availability. She said not until 4, and I took the appointment. When she asked my name, she realized I was on the call back list on the notebook she pointed out to me. She said she was busy and would have called me back eventually. I was shocked that if she knew she had a wedding party, why she didn’t come into work early enough to set up and return voicemails? That has been proper procedure in every salon I’ve ever worked at. Again, I threw all caution to the wind, just because the place was pretty and charming.
I wish it got better. But it got worse.
When I arrive I’m instructed to pick a no chip color from a huge ring of like a hundred nail samples. Not convenient or easy to do. When I finally fumble through them and pick an orangey red, I am left to find a «match» for my toes on the wall of a hundred different colors. Out of all the reds, there wasn’t any that matched, not even close! My nail tech wasn’t very helpful and kept suggesting colors that were obviously so different. I just settle on one darker blood red color out of frustration. My tech only spoke to me when promoting which product she was using on me, in hopes I’d buy it. You’d think she’d work quicker since she wasn’t making small talk, or even smiling at me. But no. LONGEST mani/​pedi I’ve EVER had to sit through.
I had somewhere to be, so after 2 hours, I fore went the ending hand massage. Which if it was anything like my «foot massage», it would have been just her applying lotion. I went up front to pay, the guy (who I think is the owner), rung me up. He tried charging me an extra $ 10 to remove my no chip, on ONE finger! I questioned it, and he said oh ok only $ 1 extra then. I’ve never had to pay extra for removal. What a rip off. Not to mention their prices are higher then my usual go to nail salons. He kept trying to make small talk and I had to be somewhere so I politely hurried out and walked home. It wasn’t until I got into the car to head out when I got home, that I even looked at my nails. My cuticles where still visible, cracked and dry. I even had a couple hang nails still! There were tiny bumps on 3 of my nails. She completely missed a second coat swipe on half my thumb because I can see my nail through it!
I called first thing in the morning and had to leave a message because again, they don’t open until noon! Wtf seriously. What kind of salon has those hours? I did receive a call back hours after they opened. The receptionist was apologetic and offered me to come back in 2 days to get it fixed. Unfortunately, a family emergency arose that day prior to my appointment and I had to call to reschedule. It was after they had supposedly opened, but no one answered and I had to leave another message. I apologized that I couldn’t make it and asked if I could reschedule. Being their crazy weird hours, the next time I would be able to get there was Friday, 5 days later. Since it would be over a week after my original appointment, I said I would be willing to accept a discounted rate for my next appointment instead. Which ever option would work for me. I NEVER RECEIVED A CALL BACK. That was 5 days ago!
I’m completely disgusted with their lack of customer service, their technicians lack of experience/​friendliness, their ridiculous high prices, and my overall experience in general. I’ve been get my nails done twice a month for 15+ years. And I can’t even remember ever being this disappointed in the outcome.
I’m actually not that picky. And I always show my gratitude by tipping about 40%. Only IF the tech was friendly, efficient, and gave me his/​her best quality work. Don’t be fooled by the frills and charm of this place. You will end up frustrated, disappointed, and will have half assed nails for a unworthy rate.

Hands down the BEST nail spa in the city. Products are absolutely amazing (you won’t find this stuff anywhere else). They only thing that stops my skin from peeling in the harsh winter is their ambrosia skin care line. Its my winter must have– can’t live without– obsession. It helps with acne scars too.
Getting services here is so fun! The music and overall atmosphere makes you feel like your on vacation. I always bring my out of town tourists to this one of a kind hot spot. They always ask to come back!

This place is super cute and the marketing is on point. I can appreciate that. However, making an appointment here is a huge pain in the a**. I would expect a place such as this with an awesomely adorable website to have online booking. Alas, you must call repeatedly, né’er to have your calls answered or your voicemails returned.
So far, I’ve only been successful at booking one appointment here. Surprisingly, they were very accommodating my first time around and the evening of my appt, they weren’t very busy at all. In fact, they only had three people working and maybe one other customer aside from myself. However, the receptionist seemed a little lax about the phone calls, which could explain the trouble with scheduling appts.
Aside from sitting in awkward silence for 30 min, my no-​chip mani was fab and lasted several weeks. Also, my nail tech was super fast, probably because of the lack of chit chat. I’m ok with that.
Maybe they are the kind of place that wants to look too busy, as if they don’t need your business. I would love to get another appt sometime this century, and perhaps even attend their Harry Potter party… but only time will tell if I’m successful. Good luck, folks.

I had a great experience with a salesgirl over the weekend, enough to want to come back in during the week. Unfortunately, there was this horribly pushy and annoying guy at the desk who kept trying to talk to me even though I was already talking with my friend. Every time I looked at anything or I said anything to my friend he kept trying to aggressively insert himself into the conversation by yelling across the showroom. I made it pretty clear I wasn’t interested in his overselling but he basically made it impossible to avoid, trying to force me to shake his hand etc, and I left without buying anything because I was very uncomfortable browsing. It wasn’t even the friendly pushiness like you get at Lush; this guy was very fake and annoying and in your face.
Calm down dude, people don’t want to shop somewhere to pamper themselves and relax if you shove your pushy, fake conversations down their throat. Let people browse, if they aren’t interested in a convo don’t make them extremely uncomfortable. Not everyone is interested in having a loud boisterous (and fake) conversation with you. You’ll drive your clientele away. I might have to just order online to avoid another rude encounter.
2 stars because so far I love the product despite their price tag. Minus 3 because I’ll be buying less just from being uncomfortable with that salesguy who is probably an owner.

Nice little soap and lotion shop in wicker park. Giving it a solid 3 stars because although they have a really wide selection and the staff is really nice, the products all seem a few bucks overpriced and a lot of them actually don’t smell great. There’s a deconstructed lavender bath bomb that smelled like nasty chemicals, but then there were some coco mint and oatmeal calm bath bars that smelled nice so I’m a bit split. Also some of the products are a bit impractical. Like cupcake soap. It’s very pointy. Ow.
Definitely come in and check it out for yourself but smell and try everything before buying.
Ps they also have a salon towards the back where you can get your nails done and it looks nice but I didn’t use it at all so I can’t review any of those services.

Actually really frustrated. I tried to make an appointment for the weekend of the 20^th.
The girls don’t start til. 1pm. And will not come in any earlier? This will now me the third pedicure I’ll have to get somewhere else because of the late scheduling times. It’s really unfortunate, I really like the service and product.
But clearly getting accommodated for a service is very difficult.

Imagine a spa, a bachelorette party, a bakery, and a princess-​themed tea party all rolled into one. Sprinkle some glitter, splash some aromatherapy fragrance, and you have Mojo Spa.
I was walking around Wicker Park one day when an incredible aroma stopped me in my tracks. It was wafting from the Mojo Spa entrance, where hoards of girls were coming and going; opening and closing the door like it was an industrial fan. Based on the storefront, I swear Glinda the Good Witch could’ve lived here. I had to check this place out.
I admit I was overwhelmed at first. Almost every inch of this place was covered in some variation of pink or pastel. With frilly paper flowers, scented candles, and an array of colorful soaps shaped like desserts, it was a lot to take in. But the girls were really nice, and made me feel welcomed. My intention was to browse, but one thing led to another and the next thing I knew, I was getting my makeup done. The associate who helped me was great. She offered me a cocktail, made conversation, and thoroughly explained what each and every product did for me. She even gave me a nice back-​story of the company. All their products are hand-​crafted, all-​natural, and made in small batches right in the store. In addition, the employees were also super nice to the boyfriend. They had him try one of their Soy Cream candles, and now he’s a fan!
Being inside Mojo Spa truly feels like being a kid in a candy store. It’s as if a Lush, an Anthropologie, and a Victoria’s Secret had a beautiful pink baby. It’s been a few days now, and I’m still very satisfied with the products I purchased. I’m definitely coming back, especially for the spa services. I mean, Sunday brunch while you get a pedicure? Yes, please!

On my trip to Chicago, I, like countless others went to Bongo Room for breakfast and as I waited, Mojo Spa’s storefront caught my eye. Frilly, whimsical, with countless shades of pink, I was instantly drawn inside. I almost thought I stepped inside a bakery because the cupcake and cake soaps rivaled what you would see at a bakery… and the smell was possibly even more intoxicating!
I perused around and found so many amazing products I wanted to buy! All the soaps smell absolutely amazing– from sweet to citrusy, and everything in between! I bought a few to bring back home as gifts. My one item I fell in love with was their solid lotion bar. They have four to choose from but the lemon almond was my favorite. I loved the sweet smell of the almond with the subtle hint of lemon– the perfect light scent for your hands. It comes in a cute little tin as a solid, you warm the cocoa butter in your hand, and it slowly melts just enough. It leaves your hands oh so soft & supple!
Everything in the store is made by hand with amazing products! It’s impossible to walk in & not walk out with many little some things! They have a website as well for those like me who are out-​of-​towners and need to restock on their amazing products! Definitely stop by if you’re in the Wicker Park area… you’re in for a treat!