I got introduced to this place through the LivingSocial Deal. First off, I think the reason for the negative reviews is that there is a language barrier. The husband and wife who run this place are Chinese. I happen to also be Chinese. So, when I got there they asked if I spoke Chinese and when I said I did, we continued my appointment in Cantonese(they also speak Mandarin). I did not have any problems. He did not wipe under my armpits, stepped outside when it was time for me to turn over, and didn’t ask me for a tip. In fact, the second time I went, I thought didn’t have enough cash and the wife(Cindy, I believe) said I could pay them next time. This place is for people who believe in massage THERAPY. This is not a luxurious, overpriced spa for housewives who have nothing better to do with their day. They are interested in healing through massage and also Eastern Medicine(if you believe in this lifestyle). I had a major car accident 5 years ago that involved me hitting the center divider on Hwy 5 at 80 mph and rolling over three times before I blacked out. Needless to say, I have back problems. I have been to many chiropractors and while they all have helped to temporarily relieve my pain and headaches I have never felt better than when I left my massage at this place. He even went out of his way to purchase some Eastern Medicine to use on me(with my permission) my second time and didn’t charge me for it. They are located behind the SAAB dealer and their business is actually inside of a place called Venus and Mars Salon & Day Spa. There is a parking lot, so you don’t have to worry about parking. The room was comfortably furnished and clean.
Leslie W.
Place rating: 1 Richmond, CA
I thought I should write my review on this one and later write one on the new name they go by.( ) — Thought this was wise for all consumers– if we saw this post first we would not have gone. I did not have such a hardcore experience like everyone else but mine was a little odd. I did enjoy my massage, but i had a few issues with it. Like«L.P.» review the guy had a horrible cold or whatever but he was stuffy, had to leave the room a time or two to blow his nose(didn’t wash his hands), and i could hear him breathing the whole time-which kinna threw me off. my back and neck were out of line so he did help with that and it was great at the time, but now the morning after i have 2 bruises on my back from it. and like LP he did get my armpits 2. n i also laughed n thought it was weird What I found funny and weird. im a tipper– i tip most customer services, but it slipped my mind after the massage, and when we were about to leave she stopped us n made sure we tipped him. Why would someone pressure customers to tipping. They were very friendly tho, so that threw me off when she made the tip comment– i think if she wasnt so nice in the beginning i would have acted a little different. He did not touch me inappropriately, but then again if he did this post would have gone a lot different– My BFF and I visit spas regularly so we are familiar with proper procedures in spas. Will we go back… nah… although the deal does seem great i would rather not and go someone where else that I would feel less weird out. Also the reviews, the organization name change, the Better Business sign-but no accredited for either business names listed on BBB site, and the bruises– nah. we will stick to trying new places or keep attending the ones we love. Will the owner contact me as she did other reviews and harass them… NO, i am fully aware of my rights, so it would be in their best interest to not waste their breath!
E P.
Place rating: 1 CA, CA
Perfection Massage Therapy.hmm.the name just doesn’t quite fit what I experienced last night. My sweet husband wanted us to go on a date and he saw a great deal on for a 90 minute massage at this joint. Unfortunately, he’s naïve and he failed to thoroughly check this place out before buying this sweet«deal» for our romantic night out. I, of course, got online and Unilocaled this place once he told me about his little plan and I was horrified with what I read. Needless to say I was majorly apprehensive about going here. I told him to call ahead and make sure he got Chester the Molster for his massage-last thing I want is to be violated when trying to relax for 90 minutes. So, we arrive and there is no «Hi, I’m Sunheart and I’ll be your therapist tonight.» Nope, homegirl walked me to my room left me there and shut the door behind me without a word. The first thing I notice is that the table is pushed against the wall. WTF? How is she going to do my feet? Oh lord, I think to myself, it’s happening. I look around and see two economy size Target Baby Oil containers on the tables. Please, God, no! Finally, girlfriend comes back. I suggests she moves the table so she can access me from all sides, no, not going to happen. She’s really good at avoidance. With me there naked on the table, Chester comes in and tries to get this woman out of the room so he can give me the massage. Hell no! I say sorry buddy, you’re going to do my husband. Good try though! Anyways, this chick lathers her hands up in baby oil and sloshes it all over my back. Then all of sudden she stops. Next thing I know the door is opened up and she is yelling out to Chester and passing him a crock pot. She comes back and starts massaging me-yeah, we’ll call it massaging just for the fun of it in this review. A few mintues later her cell phone goes off out side of the room, then the dryer timer a few mintues later. It was totally ridiculous. Then Chester, who I“m pretty certain has TB, starts coughing up a lung. He rushes out of the room into the bathroom and hocks up a nice piece of his lung and goes back to my husband, still suffering from the ill effects of TB. GROSS. I know he didn’t wash his hands. I could hear everthing he was doing. Good thing my husband is from Montana and is okay with disgusting people. Country people are just like that. Anyways, Mei tries her best to give a massage. I’m sure she’s practiced on her husband once before staring this incredible business. Her technique included the volcanic rock slapping and burning, brain squeezing, head scratching, hair rubbing behind your ear, the pressed nuckles into the spinal cord, the wet towel rub down/exfoliation and a few other sweet moves. I’ve honestly never wanted a massage to end so badly. Finally, the timer, yep the timer went off, beep, beep, beep-beep-beep, beep, beep, beep-beep-beep. It gets even better, just wait. She slaps me on the chest and says«Times up.» and then turns on the light full blast. Awesome, thanks for the relaxing massage. Really, you out did yourself. Can I add some time? Another 30 minutes maybe? So, I whip my clothes on and run into my husband’s room. I say, «Do not leave them a tip, really, not a freakin’ cent. This is ridiculous.» My husband was laughing and I left him to go to the restroom. I come out and flee as quickly as I can. As I’m walking out the door, girlfriend says«You’re not going to even give us a tip?» Just as she’s trying to shame me, Chester yells out to her something in Chinese to let her know my husband has left them tips(which makes me want to murder my husband). Of course I say«You are so rude and I can’t believe you are demanding a tip.» She says«I worked really hard, especially on you.» I asked her if she even had a license(I’m so sure she doesn’t, even though she tells me she’s be doing this for eight years). Then, I wonder if they are slaves like in the movie«Biutiful». Sorry to cut this so short. Gotta run, I’m off to buy a heater.
Kian A.
Place rating: 3 Concord, CA
I agree with the previous reviewers that this isn’t the best massage I’ve ever recieved, BUT my experience wasn’t anywhere close to a 1 star rating. The massage was pleasant, a bit awkward because of the language barrier, a little pokey at times, but all in all relaxing. For the price I think this is a reasonable option. As for the harassment issues, my fiancé was massaged by the gentlemen there and felt totally safe.
