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I ran across the Sundrops website by accident and thought it looked fun and would make for more of an amiable environment as opposed to many others I have frequented having fake dusty flowers, lots of mirrors strangely placed, and a cattle call of "stations" behind which sits a mute wearing a surgeon's mask over their face. The pedicure lounge and manicure bar are fantastic and designed with the patron in mind. The pedicure bar has a comfortable bench with a personal table top loaded with current magazines and a resting place for your beverage. Both areas face a large flat panel TV which plays old movies, with no sound unfortunately. An Affair to Remember was playing - who doesn't love a good ol' romantic movie like that? They play Top 40 music on the speakers, but it is quiet enough to still carry on a conversation. There is a boutique-like shopping area in the front and pictures of Old Blue Eyes and Miss Audrey in the back. The pleasant staff and the cozy environment make for a great experience.
I went for a pedicure and was offered water or tea and then browsed the polish colors. They offer three different brands in a variety of colors. The selection is not so much that you are completely overwhelmed, but enough so you can easily find something that suits your fancy. I made an appointment, but walk-ins are welcome.
The nail tech who performed my pedicure was Cherrie and she was fabulous! She was very nice, personable, and did a great job on my feet. I am EXTREMELY ticklish and warned her ahead of time since I can get a little squirmy when the buffin' gets goin'. There were only a few times where I was a little ticklish and it made me realize what a great pedicure should be like. She spent a lot of time and care and I really felt I was getting a quality service. Cherrie is amazing and I will be back to see her in the future.
You can sign up for the Sundrops Club on their website which entitles you to free chip repair within 3 days of service, free manicure on your birthday, and monthly e-mail specials. This visit I took advantage of the February special. They offer a special on a manicure, pedicure, and also a combo. The combo was priced $5 above buying them each separately, but it came with a free polish. They also offered a 10% discount on Valentine's Day. I'm a little skeptical of the free manicure because they list a value of up to $20 and the only service under $20 is the mini-mani which does not include a soak. My b-day isn't until September, but I'll be sure to ask if i I can throw in a few bucks to upgrade. They also offer to host parties there. I'm looking into having a bridal shower there and it looks like it will be a great venue.
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