A sacred space honoring the beauty of the body...
We welcome and value individuals and their differences, including gender expression and identity, race, economic status, sex, sexuality, ethnicity, national origin, first language, religion, age and ability.
We are unique...
Imagine a safe, sacred space where you can relax and feel honored while receiving a wax.
The Yoni Temple is a sanctuary for body positivity, self-love, and conscious care. Founded in 2012 by Ashley Apple, creator of the Berkeley Brazilian, we have been serving our community for over 13 years with a distinctive approach to waxing that is as luxurious as it is transformative.
At The Yoni Temple, waxing isn’t just about hair removal. It is a ritual of care, confidence, and luxury. We give every Brazilian 30 minutes or simply enough time so you never feel rushed. Each esthetician is trained in our signature technique, which blends body mechanics with nervous system awareness to create a gentler, more consistent, and more honoring experience. Every detail of the service is intentional, from how we apply and remove the wax, to how we move our own bodies to protect our form and precision, to inviting you to check with a mirror so every detail meets your standard. The result is a waxing experience that feels skillful, safe, and honoring on every level.
Our commitment to conscious care is at the heart of everything we do. We use organic, single-ingredient products and biodegradable waxes, along with non-toxic cleaning products whenever possible, so every part of your visit is safe for your body and the planet. Our space is enhanced with therapeutic-grade essential oils, HEPA air filters, and curated music to create a nourishing ambiance where your body and mind can truly relax.
Beyond waxing, we elevate your skin with exclusive treatments like our Serum Skin, Radiant Skin, Ingrown Serum, and Ingrown Peel, as well as retail offerings like our Ingrown Serum and Yoni Oil for at-home care. Our specialists are trained to go deeper than the basics, educating you about hair cycles, ingrown prevention, and long-term radiant skin care so you can understand your body and maintain results between visits.
Your experience doesn’t stop at the treatment table. We offer herbal sparkling waters and organic chocolates to nourish you, making each visit feel like a mini retreat.
The Yoni Temple is also a space of diversity and inclusivity, welcoming clients of all ages, backgrounds, genders, sexualities, and abilities. We believe in body positivity and celebrate you as you are.
As a woman-owned, women-run business, we are proud to foster a culture of compassion, trust, and joy for both our team and our clients. We have been voted Best Waxing Salon in the East Bay multiple years in a row, and clients consistently call us the gold standard of waxing.
Every detail, from our products, to our training, to our ambiance, is designed so that when you step into The Yoni Temple, you are stepping into a space of safety, beauty, and transformation. That is what makes us different and why, once you experience it, you will never want to wax anywhere else.