Lohengrin1979

SORRY for not providing an update.
I did reach out to him im a very polite way explaining my current situation and that I will reach out to him when i'm able.  He responded in a positive way

I will never forget my experience with him.
I wanna say it was in 2023? Maybe early 2024 but pretty sure it was the former. Thought the guy had a nice profile and I decided to book with him. Full disclosure: I absolutely do not remember what I paid for it all. Ultimately it wasn’t worth it.
The massage was on his bed. Not a fan of beds in general so I was already not feeling it — gave it a go anyway.
It was one of the most mechanical massages I’ve ever received. Somehow worse as he constantly was on his phone, constantly stepped away, and barely used any amount of pressure. He would stop for a period of time, I assume to text his next appointments. Like whatever, I can deal with you needing to answer a text or two to confirm your schedule. Get your bag. This, however, was more than that. Overall, he was extremely uninterested and over it.
The kicker was when I flipped over. A bit more rubbing sporadically — by this time, I’m very much ready to be done. He proceeds to grab hold of my hand & attempt to force me to HE myself. 

At that point, I decided it was over. Paid him because my own morals wouldn’t let me just leave without it but I made the note to never book with him again.
Side note: I tried to put a review on RentMasseur but since I technically booked with him through MasseurFinder, they rejected the review.
Absolutely horrible. 0/10, would not recommend.

https://www.esalen.org/
a recent Google review:
THE COFFEE WAS COLD EVERYDAY. What more can I say? There were 5 large containers of coffee each morning and only 1 was ever hot. It might have been the Decaf or the Light Roast....one never knew which it would be. That fact alone was hard to believe. I was there for a beginners meditation workshop and I didn't experience it as particularly helpful. I was with a beginner meditator who also didn't find it particularly helpful. Poems were read daily and, to me, they were far beyond beginner level. Esalen is an amazing location, that cannot be denied. I just can't understand the coffee situation and I might as well stop there.

Cute...but i hate adjusting a camera angle while I fuck a twink.

Nice guy. Does a good Esalen type massage. Really soothing voice. Will probably repeat. Looks like his photos.

This kind of behavior would have me very reluctant to hire such a masseur again. Every time a masseur has gotten pushy, it hasn’t ended well. As one of the posters above said, it reeks of desperation or other life issues that you don’t need to be a party to.
I’ve given one provider permission to message me when he’s available because he is very often booked up so if a slot opens I’ll usually take it. The others I use have been told, gently but firmly, that I’ll reach out when I want an appointment. 

This kind of behavior would have me very reluctant to hire such a masseur again. Every time a masseur has gotten pushy, it hasn’t ended well. As one of the posters above said, it reeks of desperation or other life issues that you don’t need to be a party to.
I’ve given one provider permission to message me when he’s available because he is very often booked up so if a slot opens I’ll usually take it. The others I use have been told, gently but firmly, that I’ll reach out when I want an appointment. 

You do not owe this person a single word of explanation. Your reasons for not hiring him when he, evidently, needs money, are absolutely none of his business. Just tell him firmly that when you wish to hire him again he will be the first to know, that you have his contact, and you have don’t need reminders.
I would be concerned about this relationship. There may be unfortunate reasons he seems to need money. Desperate people can do bad things. It may be best to pause and not engage in his life for some time. 

This is one reason why I rarely do appointments at my home. I do not want to bring people I do not know well that close to my life. 

Funny, how he waited until after the massage, to tell you that... Sorry I call complete BS. He was just using a convenient excuse. Good on you for calling him out on the the lack of sensuality and the payment he would have accepted had you not said anything. 
Maybe he's engaged, that's great, but he's still advertising sensual massage and still has highly suggestive photos on his profile... My thoughts are his happy endings are YMMV, and his soon to be hubby may or may not be aware of it... I'm leaning towards very aware, and he's cool with it. 

Yes. I’ve found when engaging with those types of profiles in the past that they either do not respond at all, or they send you a canned text message directing you to their various social media. 
 
I’ve taken to disregarding profiles that mention an OF or X for just this reason.

$400 for a fully clothed sensual massage with no HE is crazy. I’m sorry, my friend, but you were taken to the cleaners. 90 minutes notwithstanding, that’s overpromised and under delivered. I’ve hired masseurs recently who did much more for much less, and I don’t have any illusions as to my ability to set their pulse racing with anything but my money. I won’t even begin to comment on him mentioning his engagement during the massage. He was either dishonest when scheduling or dishonest during the massage and neither behavior should be rewarded.
I truly hope others aren’t supporting this provider at that price. The LA market is expensive enough.

$400 for a fully clothed sensual massage with no HE is crazy. I’m sorry, my friend, but you were taken to the cleaners. 90 minutes notwithstanding, that’s overpromised and under delivered. I’ve hired masseurs recently who did much more for much less, and I don’t have any illusions as to my ability to set their pulse racing with anything but my money. I won’t even begin to comment on him mentioning his engagement during the massage. He was either dishonest when scheduling or dishonest during the massage and neither behavior should be rewarded.
I truly hope others aren’t supporting this provider at that price. The LA market is expensive enough.

Currently in San Diego… the pic on Masseurfinder looks AI-retouched or maybe even fully AI-generated.
He does have more realistic photos on his RentMen profile:
https://rentmen.eu/Turbook

 

 
Below is a summary of previous comments and drama, on the link posted by @glutes
✅ Positive Reviews:
Multiple users reported positive in-person experiences, describing him as cute, sweet, polite, and looking exactly like his photos.
Sessions were said to be enjoyable, unhurried, and respectful, with some clients noting they would gladly see him again.
One user clarified that he’s more of a top, but willing to bottom if requested.
Some clients defended him, saying the deposit issue was a misunderstanding, and that he eventually refunded the money.
 
⚠️ Controversy:
A major dispute arose when DC Guy 92 accused him of a deposit scam, saying he was misled into sending $200 for a supposed trip that never happened.
DC said the masseur requested more money, then disputed the original payment, causing DC’s Venmo account to freeze.
Several users backed DC’s claims, calling it a deliberate scam and warning others not to send deposits, especially via non-refundable methods.
The masseur responded in a lengthy post, denying bad intent, blaming the dispute on miscommunication, ghosting clients, and Venmo mechanics.
He admitted he hadn’t bought a ticket and was waiting to secure more clients before committing to the trip.
After pressure, he issued a partial refund, then reversed it. Eventually, Venmo resolved the dispute in favor of the client.
 
🔄 Name Change & Fallout:
During the dispute, the masseur changed his Rent.Men username from Gringotuyoo to Turbook, prompting more skepticism.
Reactions to the name change were mixed: some saw it as a red flag, others as a reasonable attempt to escape negative attention.
The thread sparked a broader debate on escort ethics, client protections, and the risks of using deposits in unregulated services.
Ultimately, forum moderators closed the thread after the dispute was resolved.
 
💡 Takeaways:
Avoid sending deposits unless you’re sure of the provider’s reputation and payment method.
Misunderstandings over travel arrangements and communication style played a large role in escalating this dispute.
While some users still vouch for him, others view the situation as a serious trust violation.
This case became a cautionary tale for both clients and providers in handling money, expectations, and professionalism.

Directing traffic to an only fans would be my guess.

Though I have not had a massage from the gentleman, I can attest that I’ve seen ads of his off and on for quite a few years. He has definitely been around and is not new.

Directing traffic to an only fans would be my guess.

I regularly see three masseurs who aren’t licensed, and I’ve had nothing but great experiences. Why? Because I curate the session by speaking up about what I want and where I need the work. Just lying there in silence and then leaving a lukewarm review? That’s on the client, not the masseur.
If your masseur is working your calves or thighs—let them. And when they hit the perfect rhythm, like playing the fiddle just right, say something. Tell them, “Keep doing that, I love it.” Don’t let them move on until you’re ready. That’s just common sense—and no license can substitute for clear communication.
I see a lot of hate directed at masseurs here, but honestly, most of it comes from clients who don’t speak up. From the masseur’s side, they’re considering things like whether you’re on blood thinners, if you bruise easily, or if going deep into your glutes might trigger a sciatic flare-up.
Bottom line: if you want a great massage, be present and vocal throughout the session. That’s how you get exactly what you came for.

My new favorite epithet…."Birkin Bag Face".

Could also be loose skin removal scars from a large weight loss
Considering his equipment, I highly doubt he’s FtM. If he is, I want to meet that surgeon for an…inquiry.

How odd that it didn’t pop up, being my own previous post! Thanks for that. Looks like no one’s biting. I may have to just wade on in.

https://rentmasseur.com/HealingPalms
Anyone yet?

Independent service providers set the price they require for their services. This is completely different from waiters in a restaurant who are generally paid a below minimum wage because customer tips are assumed.  The comparison is completely absurd. 
I pay the exact asked price if the service is as advertised. If the service is more than advertised, and I actually wanted the enhanced service, I will pay extra (call it a tip if you must).
This policy has worked very well for me for many years.  

Elon Musk.