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| - Having just moved here from California I'm trying to find my go to places for nails, hair, brows - you know, all of it!
This was my first attempt and I was not impressed. First it was hard to find. Their Yelp page hasn't been updated with their new address in Warner Center. Finally found the spot and the salon was kind of dismal - kind of like an 80's rec. room filled with spa chairs.
I arrived a bit confused, but received a warm welcome and proceeded to pick my colors. The selection was kind of sparse, but I found some I really liked. Then I was brought over to the chair to begin the pedicure. My technician was an older man. He started to use an unsterilized nail clipper, and any hope of a good experience crashed to the floor. Finally I asked, "How do you sterilize your equipment?" He put it away, spoke to someone, and a female technician came over with an unopened bag of sterile equipment. Phew!
You see, California has super strict regulations on nail salons. Clean, sterile equipment has to be used on every customer, even nail files and buffers are one-time use only. So, I'm not in California anymore and this is going to be an adjustment.
The technician that did my nails was awesome. Friendly, cheerful, and great technique. I do like the results. But, I was surprised that there was no use of cuticle softener or oils. I asked about this too. She said they give basic manicures. I guess so, and for a minute my heart longed for my former nail salon in Cole Valley, where a basic manicure DID include those niceties for about the same price. Sigh....
I guess if all you really want is a quick, bare bones mani/pedi this is the place. I like more pampering and ambiance, so I'll keep exploring until I find my go to spot!
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