I came in early for a 5:30 pm gel manicure and Amy was right on time. She absolutely killed it but what made the difference to me was her technique. Amy was nimble with her fingers and the supplies they use in the salon elevated the experience (e.g., using a dust collector, having two UV lamps going simultaneously). I don't think I've ever had gel polish removal done so smoothly. She shaped all my nails consistently and applied polish with military precision. Tip generously! read more

Agua De La Vida - Gel manicure - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I got the best dip powder SNS nails here yesterday. The time and attention that they put into my nails really shows. The layers were sculptured so beautifully and thin and they just look amazing. Half the price that I pay in LA and much better quality and it's true, everyone who works there is so nice. read more

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Maybe they were having a bad day, but my cuticles were way too short and I bled several times on different fingers. They also filed the sidewalls of my nails way too short and I'm in a lot of pain after the experience read more

Agua De La Vida - Bleeding & painful cuticles - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I live in Manhattan and I train to Williamsburg to get my nails done here! All of the ladies are very nice and so gentle on my nails- both putting on and taking off polish/gel/dip. Not only this, but I love the designs Amy does for me. She has a great attention to detail and I always request her. Pricing is very fair- cash is preferred! read more

Agua De La Vida - Cherry details! - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I came here on a Friday night. I had an appointment, but arrived ten minutes late so I had to wait for about ten minutes. They were attentive and offered me water while I waited. The shop is conveniently located right across the street from the Lorimer L stop. It's fairly small. They have four pedicure chairs and four manicure stations. It felt a teeny bit cramped with a few boxes and extra supplies stacked throughout. The table, wrist rest, and plastic dividers were also not the cleanest. They have a small bench in the front to sit while waiting. I tried dip nails for the first time. They didn't have enough of the first color I chose, but my second option worked out. My technician did three layers of dip. She did dip my fingers into the jar of powder, which felt a bit unsanitary. It took about 50 minutes. She gave me a very quick back massage while I was waiting for my nails to dry. The dip manicure was $45 and removal is $3. Overall, I'm happy with the results and eager to see how long the manicure lasts. Update: The manicure lasted a solid 4 weeks! It barely chipped and the only reason I removed it was because my nails grew out and got too long. However, even though I was quoted $3 for removal, it turns out they charge $7. This is still cheaper than any place in the area so I'll take it. read more

I've gone twice. they did a good job but I had to wait over 40 minutes both times and I was early to my appointment time both of those times :/ read more

Love this salon! The service is great and all of the women who work there are so sweet. Been coming here for powder manicures for 2 years now and their prices are much more reasonable than a lot of places just a few blocks away on the other side of the BQE. I am very picky about my powder manicures and definitely appreciate that they keep the powder thin! Get compliments on my manicures all the time thanks to these lovely ladies! read more

I live not too far from the area and desperately needed to find my new go-to nail salon. So glad I came across Agua De La Vida. It helps to make an appointment, especially if you're planning on going after 5pm. I go pretty simple - a gel mani and regular pedi came out to $57.75 if you pay with card. Tip with cash! It's very fairly priced and the service is great. I've been a couple times now and the ladies always take their time to make sure everything is cleaned up and to your liking. read more

Agua De La Vida - Gel Manicure - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

they are always so kind, professional and do great work. highly recommend this nail salon!

My experience here is mixed. To begin with the pros, the staff is very kind and polite. They will do their best to accommodate your needs. They even walk around asking people if they need water which is more than I've ever seen in a nail salon. I asked for chrome gel nails and a regular pedicure which set me back $70 in total minus tip. The color of the chrome gel nails wasn't what I wanted but I wasn't unhappy with how it turned out. My issue is with the fact that the gel nails started peeling the very next day. Would I come back? Sure. I appreciate salon that treats their clientele well. Perhaps for a different nail technician. read more

I loved this place the manager help me did my powdered manicure. The vibe in the Solon was nice and professional. read more

Agua De La Vida - I was done a couple weeks ago. And it is still on but grew out a bite. - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I have had great experiences here in the past. You can get an eyebrow, lip, and chin wax here for a fantastic price. One practitioner is fantastic and I have been waxed by her multiple times. However most recently I was serviced by someone else and they did a very poor job. It seemed like the wax was not hot enough so it barely got any of the hair. When I told the provider she seemed to not understand. In addition, to being left with virtually the same amount of hair I came in with I also got a bad rash that lasted for days, including some especially dark spots. I have been getting waxed for 20 years and that has never happened to me before. The picture I attached is from three days after I was waxed. read more

Agua De La Vida - Rash from waxing - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A friend and I made an appmt for a Friday evening. Upon arrival we were promptly seated for our mani pedis. The shop is small, but clean, bright, and welcoming! The pedicure massage chairs were great, and our techs really took their time and made it a relaxing experience. We got the spa pedicures for $48, which include callous removal, a foot and leg mask, a massage, and polish of your choice; a really reasonable deal. We each got a regular mani, which was quick and efficient. They are clearly a popular spot, as all stations were full and walk-ins were also coming by, and for good reason based on my experience. They also have an ATM in the back which is great if you forgot cash for tip (card tipping allowed, but cash always preferred!) read more

Agua De La Vida - pedi- day 3 - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Perfect service at a great price! I've been here many times and always had a great experience. Best nail salon I've ever been to. Love!

Nice people but the woman completely ruined my nails when removing the gel! She scrapped so hard that she literally gouged bits out of the middle of two nails. Now my nail is growing out all crooked and broken... It hurt so bad and she kept saying my gel that I knew was a gel was a dip... I just wish I had spoken up about her being so rough. Also, I had her just take the gel off and put clear nail polish on and she charged me 22 dollars. Their mani pedi is supposedly 30 bucks so that pissed me off even more. I would not recommend for any removal. The plain mani pedi is a good price but after this experience I won't be back. read more

Agua De La Vida - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This by far our spa to to go to. I Had been coming here for almost 5 years now. If you need anything from waxing to mani and pedi this is the place you should be coming to friendlier and knowledgeable staff.. right outside the lorimer and metropolitan subway station on the L train you won't missed it. read more

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This has been my go to place for over a year. I kept coming here even after I moved out of Williamsburg. I've had a variety of the technicians and they're all great. I've gotten SNS dip powder with tips and without, soft gel manicures, and regular pedicures. Prices are what you expect for the area, $50 ish for dip powder manicure, more if you add tips or designs. I also think they have good practices for keeping your nails healthy. They soak off process is never rushed and my nails don't feel weak as they grow out. Overall 10/10 love this place read more

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Wow! The service is top notch. My friend first came just to remove her toe nail polish, while I told that I would return after dinner for a mani pedi. So this place closes at 8:30 pm, I returned at 7:55 pm, I see many customers still in the nail salon, but one of the ladies (who seems like the boss) assured me that there was time for both. I waited in the massage chair where the pedis were being done for about 25 minutes. In between, she checked in with me telling me she was almost done, and when it was my turn, she apologized. She was very thorough with cleaning and filing and buffing my feet. I noticed the team culture here, too. She actually had to run off after prepping me to finish someone else's manicure, so someone else came to paint my toenails and another girl got started on my manicure. Then the original lady came back to finish the pedicure. I initially chose a light pink, wanted darker. They gave me advice saying that color suited older women (haha I suppose so!) and I settled on one, then later chose another one. The manicurist was very patient with me. Everything went well and when drying my fingers and toes, the original lady came around and gave me and the remaining two customers also drying quick back massages. She was also very attentive to make sure our toe nail polish wouldn't be messed up as we put our shoes on. The entire salon stayed open an extra 45 minutes for us, not rushing us AT ALL. $25 plus my generous tip for all three ladies well spent. P.S. I think this is the first time I didn't have to clean up any remaining nail polish around my cuticles myself. (Granted, this is only my 7th manicure (I think), but it tells me that they are very meticulous here.) read more

Agua De La Vida - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great job and great attention to detail. They don't try to oversell anything or over charge you. There is a wide array of colors and a lot of gel and dip powder colors. My nails still look amazing second day and my cuticles are immaculate. Will def be returning here. read more

Situated an easy peasy block away from the Lorimer Street L/Metropolitan Ave G subway station, this nail salon is an all around winner. They offer mani, pedi, waxing, chair massages, and possibly more. Free WiFi is great. I am in pregnant, in my third trimester and am having a hard time reaching my toenails so I came for the $48 spa pedicure. This wonderful spa pedicure includes a sugar scrub, foot and leg moisturizing mask, seat salt soak, callous removal, 10 minute massage, and nail polish of your choice. Their selection includes Essie, Opi and gel nail polishes. I was offered water when I sat for my service. The massage chair was fantastic. Technicians wear masks and gloves, so I felt safe even during fall when flu and illnesses are on the rise. I like deep tissue massage, but the 10 minute more of a relaxing gentle massage. I didn't ask for a deeper massage though because let's be honest, I booked this service primarily for the pedicure. If I wanted a massage, I would've booked s straight massage. My polish job included a base coat, polish, 2nd polish, top coat, and was very neat. The spa pedicure can take around 45 minutes to one hour so plan accordingly. Highly recommend! read more

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Great local nail salon! Very clean, everyone is super nice and it's very affordable! I first went to take acrylics off and get a gel mani. My nails were so weak from months of acrylic, and they were super careful! With a gel design, think it came out to $34? I've been back since for regular manis/pedis and every time they do a great job, and I'm super picky! Glad I found this place! read more

I've been to this salon a few times now and I absolutely love it! Definitely recommend it for its affordable prices, and efficient and quick service. If you're looking for your next favorite nail salon, this is it -- located just steps from the Lorimer stop too, so convenient to reach even if you don't live in Williamsburg. read more

Agua De La Vida - Regular pedicure! ($23) - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

They are awesome doing Brazilian wax, fast, not too painful and great customer service.

I am a nail/cuticle picker and my nails were JACKED UP. They were so nice, and somehow made my hands look normal. A true miracle. read more

Agua De La Vida - Not the hands of a monster - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing job on my face wax, and I have sensitive skin. Eyebrow shape is perfect. Will be back!

Just as an update, I was recently charged $35 for my Brazilian (May 2012) Not sure if the price went up or she saw me as a victim. So price beware, although it is only $5 more. I still highly recommend they upgrade that wax,even if you give your patrons the option to upgrade. That wax sucks. read more

always have same day appointments available, very consistent and great pricing! they're so sweet and accommodating of any requests read more

Agua De La Vida - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I just finished getting a regular mani and pedi here and I absolutely loved it. The place looks amazing and clean, it def has a relaxing touch to it. So many colors too. They also have safety measures with the plexiglass and all. I wish I took a picture of the place, I was so impressed. read more

Just found my new nail spot that I'll be coming back to again and again. I'm getting married this weekend and stupidly didn't make a nail appointment... I called here and the owner picked up and happily put me in her schedule. Not to mention, she opened early to accommodate MY schedule. After sharing that I was getting married this weekend, the owner told the nail tech and she spent extra time making sure that each nail was perfect. Such a great experience - see you next time! read more

New digs on sidewalk level on Lorimer (around the corner from where they started upstairs on Metropolitan) is clean and fresh with massaging chairs for pedicures. Vivian is great for dip powder manicure and Sophia is quick and thorough for waxing. read more

Agua De La Vida - Reclining massage chairs for pedicures and all new manicure tables and treatment rooms for esthetician's services. - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Been looking for a good nail salon for a while and I've found a place that I'll come back to. May was really good with my nail dip manicure and pedicure. read more

Agua De La Vida - Dip powder nails - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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these ladies are all really sweet and the woman who runs the place is my favorite. she's really nice and always treats me with care. my gel has sometimes come off early like within a week but they are always happy to fix it for me for free. next time i'll try dip. read more

Agua De La Vida - gel - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been staying around the corner from this place so I have tried it twice. While the prices are decent, I always feel rushed in at this salon. I get a gel mani/pedi and my technician rushed through so much so she massaged one foot but did not massage the other. My experience was not a good one, while I felt like the other guests were taken care of better. read more

I have been coming here for the last year for pedicures and waxes. I love this place but I wish they would use regular towels during pedicures instead of paper towels. There is nothing more unsettling when you're getting a pedicure than wet paper towel beneath your feet and rubbing scrub off your legs. Its glaringly lazy. Great prices and most of the time I get a decent service. Overall worth going to! read more

Best nail salon in Williamsburg! The place is clean and they offer tons of colors. Their employees are very polite and professional, I saw one lady spent more than 15 mins to design one nail for her client. Ping, who is the owner of the store did my nails. She was super detail oriented and very patient! Strongly recommend to everyone!!!! read more

My go-to mani/pedi in the neighborhood - I used to go to Nail Day until the owner made a big push for a bigger tip. All of the nail technicians are fast yet meticulous, and the prices are more than reasonable for the quality of the nail job ($12 for manicure, $20 for pedicure). Only downside is that they don't have a massage chair for the 10-minute massage add-on. read more

DO NOT COME HERE TO GET YOUR FACE WAXED. MY ENTIRE UPPER LIP IS BURNED. the woman who waxed me rushed the entire thing and didn't wait for the wax to cool for a second before very harshly pushing it on my skin. I could tell it was too hot the second she put it on. she told me i had "sensitive skin" once she saw how red and burned my upper lip was. i've been getting waxed in that area for 10 years and this never happened. so upsetting.... i cried when i left because of how much it hurt / the amount of time it's going to take to heal read more

You get what you pay for. Too much paint and overall sloppy paint job. Also the place feels poorly ventilated. Why do people go here? read more

Agua De La Vida - Waxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I was visiting Williamsburg to attend a friend's birthday party and I had a couple hours to kill. After about two months without a manicure my hands had gotten pretty roughed up and my nails looked like a zombie had attacked them so pulling up the ol' Yelp app on my phone I found Agua De La Vida. Located inside a residential building, the signs for the shop are on the ground floor but you have to walk up to the second level to enter the shop. Once inside, I have to confess to being surprised. With a name like "Agua De La Vida" I had expected a shop filled with Spanish ladies. Instead, the entire place was run by Chinese ladies. Even better? They spoke my dialect (something that rarely happens in New Jersey) so that was already a plus. I had a very pleasant conversation with the lady who took care of me. She was nice enough to tell me about the area and where good eats could be found (she was particularly fond of the Japanese and Thai food in the area). I also got a 10 minute chair massage (I actually prefer them over table massages) and it was fantastic. She did a great job, focusing on my neck and back as I had asked. I walked out of the shop feeling refreshed and more civilized than when I had gone in. What's even better? My grand total before tips was $18! $10 for the massage and $8 for the manicure. I was surprised as I'm used to paying around $13 for the manicure alone in Manhattan. Hurray! Another encouraging thing I witnessed was the familiarity most clients had in the place. Almost every person that walked in was a returning customer and that's always a good sign! read more

5 stars for a Brazilian wax. Service was quick; location is right off the Lorimer L stop. This is cleanest wax I've gotten, and I didn't break my wallet. It was only $30. I was very nervous for the wax, but the lady was very nice and calmed me down. She did such a thorough job. Next time I will be coming back from mani/pedi and eyebrows. It seems like they do everything right. read more