Okay, I read through the reviews and decided that for the price, I would give Paulene's a shot. Mostly the massage part convinced me. It certainly was not the nicest or cleanest salon I've ever been to, which is to be expected. I'm not real grossed out about whether everything is perfectly sanitized or not. They pulled everything out of what appeared to be new packages, but there's no sure way to tell.
I have to say that I am a fan! For $54 (before tips) I got a french manicure, spa pedicure with sea salt scrub and an eyebrow wax. I felt that they all look good, no idea how long it will last, but I think that's more about the wear and tear on your nails than anything else, so I won't fault them for that.
The massages were GREAT. One pointer- don't wear nice clothes in here as they do put oil and lotion on the stone that they put down your shirt to rub your back. It felt oh so great!
Overall, good experience and will be heading back in the future!