Alira Med-Spa & Salon

Alira Med-Spa is a calming, welcoming place -- where I leave feeling more relaxed and looking better. They work with my schedule and go above and beyond. Big fan of this spa/salon.

Alexa has been doing my hair for a year now. I'm one of those clients who does vivid colors and wants something different EVERY. TIME.

Shes been able to whip out everything I request. Switching from vivid blue to cotton candy pink, periwinkle to magenta. All the while, doing deep conditioning treatments and being real with me when I need to chill lol

The recent request I've had is 18 inch hair extensions and oommmggg I love it. She really is the best because she keeps up to date on education which is ESSENTIAL in a hairstylist. The industry changes every day so its important to have someone who's educated and not outdated.

If I could give them a million stars I would. For my moms birthday and/or Mother's Day I make it a habit to try a new spa as part of her gift. She's not the type to splurge on herself, always thinking of others first. I want her to feel pampered on this occasion. Her birthday this year was no exception. I tried a new place and I wish I wouldn't have. Horrible experience. Alira is always my gold star, to who I compare other places to.

I love the relaxation room they have. Not a lot of places offer this. I love that they offer refreshments. The level of customer service is so necessary in the industry. The facial technicians place a lot of attention to detail. And the staffs main goal is to make you feel pampered. Can't wait to go back.

I discovered Alira via Living Social. They had a voucher for $99 for a VIP Body Treatment and Massage. As usual, I read the reviews on Yelp before deciding to purchase. Later that day, I had decided to purchase the voucher and LS was having one of those "if you purchase in the next few minutes, then your deal is only ($less than posted price)." So, I purchased the VIP Body Treatment and massage for $89.

It was super easy to sign up for a treatment on their website and let them know I had an LS voucher. Once I came in, I had to complete their mandatory form (to release them of liability) and was taken to their small (9 maybe) locker area and was directed to their bathroom to change into my robe. Yes, bathroom. So, they lose one star because I really wish they had a locker room instead of a bathroom (which did have a shower). I felt cramped.

I reminded myself of the colloquial idiom, "you get what you pay for" and proceeded to the relaxation area. Now, this was nice. It was quiet. I was given a choice between orange juice, water, wine, coffee or tea. So, I opted for tea. Soon, my therapist/healer, Escarle appeared and guided me to a dimly lit tiny room. I was given a little card that was my inspiration for the session, which read, "My Life is as Good as I Allow it to Be...(capitalization based on card)." This made me both smile and begin my introspection as I prepared myself for the treatment.

Escarle has magic hands. This VIP treatment included basically an awesome back scrub and massage as well as some heat added to the treatment. I was all but a puddle of goo before she completed the treatment.

Needless to say, I was slow moving as I went back into the relaxation area then the bathroom to get dressed and proceed with my day. I would have happily spent the day there if I didn't have a job or people I cared about. A true excursion from the busyness of Houston life.

I would give this place 10 stars if it was possible. Everyone here are super helpful and very professional. I got my Brazilian and upper lip done here and it's so good and definitely affordable esp for the area. Sumaiya is my favorite as I def recommend her! Stop here for ur med spa needs! You will not regret it!

Alexa is literally my hair Angel

After going to the most popular hairdresser in Houston and suffering from some breakage...
Alexa totally brought my hair back to life, and helped me get some major confidence back. Alexa is the only person I trust with my hair!

She gets me blonder than I could imagine, helps me maintain it, and keeps my hair so healthy. She's a total life saver and just an amazing energy to be around.

THIS IS #HAIRGOALS

I arrived on time for my massage appointment and there was parking out front - 4 parking spots in front. This place is a cute little house that they converted to a spa/salon and is easy to find cause the sign is right out front and easy to spot. I think parking might be a little tough when the 4 spaces fill since W Alabama is such a busy street and it would be hard to get in/out of the parking spaces out front because you have to back out into W Alabama. I went inside and the hostess greeted me at the podium out front near the salon area and told me I needed to fill out a questionnaire, she was friendly.. She took me out back to show me my locker and change into my robe and slippers. The locker was a nice touch but the changing room is the bathroom and you didn't have space to put your clothing. You are then placed in the waiting area where you wait for your masseuse - 3 couches and a fire place. I was not offered water or tea and had to get my own fruit infused water. I wish they also had tea and other items to offer - if they did, they didn't offer me any.

My masseuse came to grab me fairly quickly after that. We started slightly after 5pm after the questionnaire and changing. She told me to lay on my stomach and didn't seem to know to go out of the room so I could de-robe, which made it a little awkward. Was I suppose to de-robe in front of her? I waited for her to leave and she gave me a SECOND to situate before she came back in, literally a second because I did not have time to cover myself up with the covers or situate myself on the table before she came back in. After like 10 minutes into the massage, she asked if the pressure was ok, which I appreciated and told her I would like a slightly deeper pressure. The massage felt rushed, she didn't have many techniques and kept repeating the same strokes, the massage was not fluid and at times some of the movements actually felt painful. I did not feel like she kneaded out my knots or got even close to doing so. She focused mostly on my legs and arms, though I specifically said neck, shoulders and lower back in the questionnaire, which makes me believe she didn't read the questionnaire before coming into the room. The massage ended right at 6pm, which was not a full 1 hour.. she left the room and I had to robe up to walk out and tell her that I had scheduled a 80 minute massage, not 60. She told me to get back on the table, did not leave the room while I de-robed again, and did not instruct me how she wanted me to lay. I asked her if I should lay on my stomach, and she said it was up to me what I would like to focus on. Again, I specified neck, shoulder and lower back. She had the same movements she did over and over again for the last 20 minutes, and she actually ended the massage earlier right on time. With the stop in between and ending on time and starting slightly later, I didn't feel like I got a full 80 minutes on the table. She did bring me a cup of water afterwards though.

I felt like maybe the masseuse rushed through because the salon/spa closes at 6pm. I scheduled an 80 minute at 5pm and if they didn't want to stay a little later after close, they shouldn't have scheduled me at that time. I got the Travelzoo deal for this and paid $95 for the 80 minute massage. I felt like I could've done a lot better at that price or paid slightly more for something I would enjoy. I don't think I would come back.

Yasmilet has done several times my hair cut, I have another hairdresser closer to my home , however whenever she was unavailable and whenever I was at Alira I used Yasmilet and she was great. She applied and recommended to the Kerastase treatment conditioner and blow dry my hair with style, in a very delicate manner with out burning my ears!. She has great skills! i highly recommend her for coloring too! my other hairdresser told me the great job Yasmilet has done just to tell you how professional she is!

Dayve at the front desk will always welcome you with a smile, she is attentive and professional so thats a great way to start!

I had my massage with Alex and also with Yvette both masseuses were really good and professional - I really left the spa with a "feel good" mood - I will try Gaby's massages next time.

I also had several facials with Gaby, very professional at all times and she is not trying to sell you products, she may give you recommendations on the products she used if you ask her. Gaby is always warm and attentive yet professional at all times.

I also had a Kerastase conditioning treatment and later my hair dryed and straighten, Diego took the time to make it look styled without burning my scalp or my ears, the Kerastase treatment he used made my hair feel smooth and shiny.

Jeremiah has done my eyebrows ever since I started going to the spa and he does a great job with my uneven eyebrows, given a good "frame" to my my small eyes!

I had a body scrubbing with Yvette and the experience was also great! this scrubbing is followed by a relaxing massage with the application of natural oils , leaving my skin feeling smooth.

I have used the products they have available, as recommended by Escarle at my request, the Sothy's line has worked well with my facial skin , a local butter scrubbing featured in O magazine, and other Kerastase hair conditioning treatments. The prices are either equal or less then the other lines I used in the past.

I also attended an event held at the Spa promoting a line of make up from a local entrepreneur make up artist Jentrey , she was present at the shop to go over with you her make up line and several techniques on how to apply it to your specific needs. I don't use much make up and I have plenty from my last visit to Sephora but definitely this is a line to try since its made all of minerals ingredients.

My sister, my cousin, my mother and my friends have tried their coloring, facials and massage services and we are all very satisfied with the results!

Since my first and last visit I see consistency and improvements, a great dedication to what they do - I try to visit and have a ME time at Alira Spa at least once a month!

The quaint relaxing environment is just what one needs for a relaxing massage, facial, or any of the many amazing services that Alira has to offer.
The staff are friendly, professional, and personable.
Jeremiah not only has increadible hands (massage or facial), but he is also well educated on a plethora of things when it comes to skin care, muscle relaxation, or just where to go to grab an awesome quick bite in the neighborhood.
I highly recommend this salon if you want a personable and relaxing experience.

Worst haircut of my life! I made an appointment online, when I got there they said there was no record, but they had "someone" available. (Nit the someone I read reviews about and selected, just someone)
I should have listened to my gut and left then. But I really needed a trim, and I was already there.
She didn't speak English, NOT AT ALL! Another reason to leave, but I was already washed and in the chair.
Then, what was supposed to be just a trim became the "Rachel" cut on crack. Layers everywhere. There are layers in the back that are shorter than my bangs.
I couldn't even say anything. I just paid and ran out. The damage was done.
I feel like they asked the cleaning lady to cut my hair.
I'll have to wear my hair up for the next 3 months at least.