Welcome to the Night shift
Where selfcare doesn't stop at 5pm
A calm, private, judgment-free space. Here’s everything you need to know before you walk in.
Before You Book
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Booking runs through Vagaro. You’ll create a free account, choose your service, and pick a time. A card is required to hold your appointment, and you won’t be charged until your visit unless a deposit or cancellation fee applies.
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Not sure what to book? Message us at info@thenightshiftsc.com or (831)566-1985 and we’ll point you in the right direction.
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First-visit offer: Get a one-time 10% off code on our homepage and enter it at checkout (this is a one-time-only offer)
Finding Us
925 41st Ave #2, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (Live Oak area on 41st Ave toward Pleasure Point). We’re in the same building as Toasted Jewelry, just before Vallarta Supermarkets. Parking is available directly in front of Toasted; that is our Shared parking. Walk back on the left-hand side of Toasted; we have a glass door with our logo on it.
Evening appointments run until 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. See the full hours at the bottom of the page.
What to Expect
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Arrive a few minutes early. Your appointment time starts on schedule, and late arrivals are shortened, not extended (see Policies below).
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Quick check-in. You’ll fill out a short intake form covering skin sensitivities, medications, and anything we should know. It’s confidential.
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Your service, your pace. Claudia will explain each step and adjust to your comfort level. You can ask questions or pause at any time.
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Aftercare. We’ll go over what to do and avoid in the hours and days afterward.
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Rebooking. We’ll help you schedule your next visit if you’d like to stay on a regular schedule.
It’s a private studio, so there are no crowded waiting rooms. We do have a cozy lobby space available to sit and snack if you arrive early.
How to Prepare
Waxing and sugaring
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Hair should be about ¼ to ½ inch, roughly the length of a long-grain rice. Please don’t trim it too short.
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Skip retinol, exfoliating acids, and scrubs on the area for 24 to 72 hours before.
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Let us know about Accutane or other retinoid use, pregnancy, or skin conditions. Some of these affect whether waxing is safe.
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Avoid heavy sun or tanning beforehand. Skin should be calm and not sunburned.
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Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Airbrush tans
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Exfoliate and shave or wax 24 hours before. Don’t apply lotion, perfume or deodorant that day.
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Wear dark, loose clothing to your appointment.
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For your first rinse, just rinse with water after the recommended rinse time, then wash with soap a full 24 hours after initial spray for the DHA to fully develop your color.
Lash lifts, tints and brows
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Come with a clean face and no eye makeup, and no contact lenses if possible.
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Tell us about eye sensitivities or allergies in advance.
Facials
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Come without heavy makeup if you can, and let us know about skincare products or treatments you use.
Age Policy
Clients must be 18 or older. If you’re under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign a waiver, and they must accompany you to the first visit for all intimate services so all paperwork is properly completed.
Cleanliness and Sanitation
Your safety comes first.
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Tools are cleaned and disinfected between clients, and single-use items are never reused.
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Fresh applicators are used for every application, with no double-dipping.
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Surfaces and treatment beds are sanitized and linens are changed between clients.
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Claudia is a licensed esthetician, licensed through the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.
Our Policies in Short
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Card on file: Required for every booking. No deposit for regularly priced services. A deposit is required for discounted services and private events.
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Cancel or reschedule: Free up to 24 hours before your appointment. Cancel online through Vagaro anytime, 24/7, or call, text or leave a voicemail at 831-818-1443. Phone, text, and voicemail cancellations must be made more than 24 hours ahead.
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Within 24 hours: Online cancellation closes, and a non-refundable 50% fee applies.
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No-shows: Charged 90% of the service value.
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Late arrivals: Your appointment is shortened, not extended, and the full price applies. We hold your spot for 5 minutes (15-minute services), 10 minutes (30-minute services) or 20 minutes (60+ minutes). After that, the appointment is canceled, and a 50% fee applies.
[View our full Booking & Cancellation Policy]
Ready?
Questions first?
Call or text 831-818-1443, or email info@thenightshiftsc.com.
How we make routines that create real change
By creating a set treatment plan or routine based on specific treatments. It allows for real results to be seen. Hair removal that is set consistently every 4-6 weeks allows for the follicle to weaken and thin hair over time.
Skin care treatments preformed every 4 weeks allows for a glowing even complexion or specific treatments