In Santiago studying abroad and my friend and I had been looking for a fish spa! Figured it would…read morebe very pricey due to the fact that it is in Las Condes, however it was pretty reasonable for the fish spa & a pedicure 13500 pesos (about 20 US dollars!) After choosing the type of pedicure we wanted we paid before service which I think is nice because it allows you to relax for the remainder of the time. Semi difficult to find but it is located right across the street from "La Casa" the mall. There is a entrance that says "Plaza Peru" and 3051 is written on the front. Excellent wifi, clean, well organized, and all the staff were very nice and accommodating as well.

My favorite cosmetologist in Santiago! Gabriela is wonderful, she speaks both English and Spanish…read moreand worked in New York for like 10 years. She is my go to person whenever I need that last minute wax. Super reliable, professional and somehow makes getting a Brazilian wax a fun experience (even with all the pain, hehe). Her salon is super small but has everything you could want, relaxing music, comfortable, and most important super clean. When getting a wax in Chile I have found that most salons will reuse their wax on multiple clients, something I just do not see as sterile in anyway, shape or form. Gabriela is one of the few who DOES NOT follow this practice, which I personally really appreciate. She offers a variety of massage, facials, and waxes. You can contact Gabriela through email, phone, or my personal favorite send her a Whatsapp. She is so accommodating and is always able to fit you in one way or another, not surprising, she gets a lot of clients.

I have had permanent (shellac / gel polish / whatever you want to call them) manicures / pedicures…read morehere twice. This is a large salon by Chilean standards, and one of few that specialize in nails. Sometimes it is very busy and you need an appointment. Other times I think you can just walk-in. The salon is located on a corner in the busy downtown of the commune of Providencia. The entire facade of the salon is glass so you can see the street. The owner sits at the front desk. She is not bad, but she could smile more and be a little friendlier! I had the same nail technician do my nails both times (not by request). But I was happy with her service and her friendly attitude the first time, so I am glad I had her again. My nails looked great both times. I asked her how long she had been working there because she looks so young, but apparently she has been there 2 years. I love that they use an electric callous-shaver on your feet. I have My one complaint is that (to my surprise) they charged me the same price for my manicure as my pedicure. I got a foot soak, lotion massage, and callous shave with my pedicure and not even a soak with my manicure, so I am confused as to why it costs just as much. This is the first time I have ever seen a salon charge the same price for a manicure as a pedicure. The price was reasonable and no one gave me a hard time about paying with my credit card. I will definitely return (unless I find somewhere better or closer to me).

Lush is a great option for a fun gift or to get an interesting soap, but their all-natural claims…read moreare not to be followed blindly. Almost all of their products have parabens (although small levels) as well as sodium laureth-sulfates. I went in last week and asked if they had any all-natural shampoos without this toxic chemical and unfortunately the sales girl couldn't find one. I must admit, I like this store and their bright colors, unique smells and intent on selling products that are not tested on animals. However, I recommend going in there informed and review the ingredients (even on the bar soaps) as it is important to make sure you know what you are buying. For all-natural products one expects to pay more and you will see this on the price tags in Lush, but for shampoos that are still filled with sodium laureth sulfates it makes more sense to go to an organic shop and buy from a lesser known brand for sometimes even cheaper. However, if you don't care that much about what is in your cosmetics, this is a fun cruelty-free store. I would recommend trying their perfume (one of the few animal-free tested perfumes that actually smells great)!

excelente peluquería con un excelente servicio! El ambiente es extraordinario. Cuentan con Wifi…read moregratuito, agua purificada, té, café, pisco sour y espumante todo incluido!

I just had my first visit to Veranvior. This is a large and very busy salon by Chilean standards…read more I went on a Tuesday and there were numerous employees serving numerous customers. The salon is located in a beautiful historic building in the busy downtown of the commune of Providencia. For security reasons, the front door to the salon is locked and you have to be buzzed in (this is common in Chile). The owner who is also a stylist seemed very knowledgeable. They provide many different beauty services but specialize in hair color, I think. (That is what I got done.) They also seem to have a lot of business doing eyelash extensions, as I saw at least 2 different clients getting them while I was there. When I first didn't like the tone of my hair color, the particular stylist I had was not pleased and consulted the owner. (Or maybe that stylist just does not have the best bedside manner.) The owner came and fixed my hair color herself, demonstrating that she is an active, hands-on owner. The price was reasonable and exactly what they quoted me when I made my appointment, and no one gave me a hard time about paying with my credit card. I will definitely return but might try a different stylist.