I would give this place zero stars, but apparently the rating system is as misleading as their "16-minute massage."
I walked in expecting a relaxing pedicure and walked out with what appears to be a medical situation. Currently treating an infected toe with iodine and antibiotics thanks to this experience-first time in 25 years of pedicures. Impressive, honestly. Not in a good way.
Let's start with the vibe: it looks high-end. Sleek, polished, Instagram-ready. But dig about one layer deep and the whole thing falls apart-kind of like their credibility. The glowing Google reviews feel...curated. If you want reality, take a quick detour to their Newberg location on Google. One out of five people seem to leave with battle wounds.
Now, about that "16-minute massage." Lily made a big show of setting a timer, which I now realize was less about transparency and more about performance art. Because while that timer was ticking, she disappeared into the back to gather supplies- apparently on my time. The actual hands-on massage? Maybe three minutes. Generous estimate.
When she returned, she wrapped my feet in paraffin so tightly I briefly wondered if circulation was optional here. Then came the hot stone portion-using whatever crumbs of time remained. Meanwhile, my friend-who paid for a cheaper service- got what looked like an actual, full-length, human massage. Love that journey for him.
The pedicure itself felt less like self-care and more like a low-stakes endurance sport. Nails were clipped with the intensity of someone settling a personal vendetta. Cuticles were attacked with what I can only assume was repurposed excavation equipment. At some point, I'm fairly certain I lost both a layer of skin and my will to relax.
I looked over at my friend mid-service and he was getting his feet absolutely boxed. Not massaged- boxed. His face said everything. When it became clear I might be next, I opted out of whatever round two was about to be.
We left, made eye contact, and in a rare moment of silent agreement: never again.
If you're looking for a pedicure, I'd recommend literally anywhere else. Even doing it yourself in your kitchen sink comes with a lower risk of infection and emotional damage. read more