Aviva Esthetics

Damn, Alisha is amazing! From start to finish, this was a perfect self-​care experience. It was incredibly easy to book an appointment online (I went for a brow wax). I showed up a little early, but Alisha took me right away anyways. She was so personable and knew exactly what to do with my misshapen overgrown eyebrows. They have seriously never looked more shaped and symmetrical. This is totally my new go-​to brow waxing spot.

Went to see Michaela for an In-​Betweeny wax. She was phenomenal and super professional. I had a terrible experience last month at another location and going to Aviva was like upgrading from a motel to the Ritz. Their office is clean, modern, and welcoming and the products they advertise are well known respected brands.
Michaela is a sweetheart and I will definitely be going back to see her. For the service being done, she immediately makes you feel comfortable and there is no awkwardness in the room. Her methods were great, no double dipping the stick and it was generally painless as far as waxing goes. To top it all off their prices are super reasonable for the experience you get! I will definitely be coming back for future appointments.
Location: I had a little bit of a tricky time finding it because I don’t see well driving at night, but it is directly next to the fire station. The sign is on the side of a building that is right in front of it and the entrance is through the brick building to the right. They are 3A at the top of the stairs.

I can not say enough great things about this place! I semi-​recently relocated for work and needed to find a new salon, specifically for my regular (Brazilian) waxing.
Making the reservation, via online, was a breeze! It was easy to follow, the epitome of user friendly; and throughly explained the salon’s policies: cancelations, etc.
When I arrived, who I assume was the owner (who’s name I can not remember), welcomed me with a cheerful, yet relaxed attitude. It was very refreshing after a long day.
From start to end, her cheerful personality never faded. During the waxing we talked, and talked, and talked! In what could have been an awkward situation anywhere else, there was not a moment of discomfort.
The hospitality she exuded was fantastic, they are priced more than fairly; and after one visit, this will, from now on, be my regular waxing spot that I will continue to refer everyone to.
I was impressed beyond my expectations!

Alisha is amazing. A consummate professional. She makes you feel comfortable the second you walk in. Highly recommend.

Aviva is nestled right next to the fire station in Portsmouth. You go up one flight of stairs (and may be greeted by Bella, the first floor furry greeter), before you arrive at the immaculate gorgeous salon.
I started going to both Alisha and Michaela when they worked at another salon in town. When Alisha relocated, I followed her to her new business in order to keep getting the ultimate treatment. When I heard that Michaela had joined forces with her, I was thrilled. I have gotten my fair share of Brazilian waxes, and these ladies are the best in the game. They work fast, make you feel comfortable and are genuinely interested and care about you and your well being. Also, my eyebrows have never looked better. I can’t recommend this place highly enough, and I won’t go anywhere else for my waxing needs.
A quick side note that isn’t gushing: they do accept credit cards but not Amex.

To the best of my knowledge, Aviva accepts online booking only. It’s a beautiful, immaculate esthetics salon tucked away in a downtown office building. I haven’t tried the product line they recommend, but I have enjoyed my visits with both of the ladies who work here and can’t wait to plan my next visit to see them.
Do yourself a favor and book a service here. I have received top quality services from both Michaela (body waxer & facialist extraordinaire) and Alisha (aka «the eyebrow whisperer» of Portsmouth), who are absolutely outstanding professionals. Expect big-​city service and quality with small city friendliness and personalized care.