I came here for the first time by my sister's recommendation. My sister is a regular of this nail salon and is always serviced by Kiki (unsure of the spelling). I scheduled an appointment over the phone the day before but you can also book an appointment via the Yelp! App. They're very nice and will patiently answer any question you might have about pricing, hours, covid measures and etc.
There is a parking lot a few stores down which is where I parked. Super convenient although there were not that many spots available at the time I arrived which was a little before 12:30 pm on a Thursday. If there are no spots available in the lot, there is street parking available.
So as of 7/23/20 the date of my first visit:
There's a sign posted on the door which tells you to wait outside, someone will open the door for you. Connie herself came out to greet me, and she was super hospitable and noticed that I was a new customer which is a good sign that she pays attention to her clientele. Due to coronavirus, they are taking extra precaution so she'll take your temperature and ask you to read and sign off on a sheet of paper asking you if you've had any related symptoms, come into contact with anyone whose been ill or showing signs of illness, and if you've traveled recently. Once you sign and write down your phone number, you'll be allowed inside. They also give you a face shield for extra protection which of course you get to keep. All of the nail stations have a plexiglass divider between the tech and customer. The pedicure chairs have tall dividers as well between every chair to protect customers sitting next to each other. All the station's seats are covered in a new sheet of tissue paper or plastic wrap. They also use new tools for each customer. This salon is taking the pandemic seriously and I was impressed. I have so much respect for that kind of attention to detail and concern for their staff and customers. I was initially going to rate this place with only 4 stars but with the measures they're taking during this pandemic, their efforts are above and beyond everywhere else I've seen so they've earned the full 5 stars in my eyes. I applaud and thank Connie and her team for providing a sanitary, and worry free experience during these times.
Since I told Connie who my sister was, she gave me the same nail tech which was nice since it was my first time there and my sister's nails always look great when I see her so I knew I'd be in good hands. My sister told me that Kiki pays attention to detail and double checks her work. Kiki was super sweet and nice to me, she helped me choose a color and then went to work straight away. I haven't gotten my nails done since the end of last year and so my cuticles were in pretty bad shape. I was nipped on two fingers but didn't notice until she sprayed alcohol on my hands towards the very end which is when I felt the sting. It wasn't a huge deal to me because I didn't initially feel it and hours later as I write this review, it isn't bothering me. Kiki did a wonderful job painting my nails, even the edges which I can get so particular about, are perfect. If you're also new to this salon I'd recommend requesting her as your nail tech. She's very gentle and approachable.
I was in and out of there after 45 minutes. I received a regular gel manicure and had my eyebrows waxed. There was a manicure station wedged into the wax room which was awkward as we interrupted the nail tech and customer there. But Kiki cleaned up my brows and gave me a nice natural shape which I love. She'll double check and ask you if you're okay with the temperature of the wax and also ask if you like the wax when it's all done. With regard to their waxing services, I was told over the phone that only eyebrow waxes are being done, no lip. I'm assuming nothing else below your eyes is available for waxing right now.
My first visit was a huge success and if I lived in the area, I would become a fast regular. Their prices are competitive and on the higher side. I'm originally from Brooklyn so these prices are more on par with Manhattan nail salons that I've experienced. For example, a new UV gel set for short nails start at $80 here while my salon in Brooklyn starts at $71. So the price difference is about $9-10 more expensive for their services. But considering the neighborhood they're servicing, I find it pretty fair across the board.
I checked in on the yelp app and there was a 15% discount for new customers only which they honored. My bill was $47 (gel mani+eyebrow wax) and after they applied the yelp discount, it became a flat $40. By the way, they also give you a punch card. After 10 visits to the salon you earn a free manicure.
I had a pleasant experience and plan on returning the next time I visit the area. Absolutely would recommend trying them out! Their massage chairs looked SUPER comfortable and had I been wearing sandals instead of vans, I would've asked to also get a pedicure haha! read more