I've been here twice. First time for a pedicure, and the second, I gotten a gel mani and pedi. My initial visit was a walk-in as I really needed a pedi and have been curious about this spot. I was welcomed with a very friendly greeting. I was given a service menu and polish swatches. I chose the Diva Signature Pedicure ($48). My pedi was great. She was thorough with the trimmings, scrubs, and massage. My polish was cute and did not chip. I returned 2 weeks later so I can get another as a birthday gift to myself. I booked with the same tech. She is such a vibe and I loved our conversations. My experience with her was just as great as the first time. I chose a classic gel manicure ($50), and gotten 4 nail designs ($5 per nail). My nail polish lasted about 10 days before it began to chip. This is my first time getting gel, but from what I've heard, that's a good thing.
Aesthetically, it's a super cute shop. Very simple, clean, and well organized. They do accept walk-ins, and you can also book online. The prices are a bit high, however, this is a vegan/cruelty friendly shop. Yes, the products are vegan. I did not know that was a thing, but I love the idea of that for those that may have skin issues. They offer water and wine. You select a lotion and scrub set for the tech to use during your pedicure, which is awesome. They come in 5 different scents. I've gotten the passion fruit both times. You're also given a sample of the lotion you select as well.
One thing I did not like was the pedicure station. It's one long, platformed sofa against the wall and pedicure bowls (4 I think) spaced out. The problem I had with this was getting onto the sofa and getting my feet in and out of the bowl. I have to go up two steps and turn around to sit in this very narrow space. Remove my footwear, then slide over to place my feet into the bowl. It was extremely awkward and uncomfortable as I'm a plus size woman moving in about a foot of space. When it was time for me to get up, my tech did help me get my slippers back on and assisted me with stepping down. Sitting and soaking at the bowl was ok, however I'm 5'4" with long legs. If you're shorter or taller, I can see it being a problem as it's one long sofa. There's no seat adjustments. I noticed a customer who is short than I. She was sitting at the edge of the sofa to get her feet in the bowl. She did lay back, but it appeared as if she could slide off. If you're taller, you may feel bunched up. I'm fine with the pedi bowl not having jets because it tends to get a bit messy. Also, it's cleaner this way. Don't have to worry about bacteria build up in the jets. Besides, the massage she gives is wonderful. If she went any longer, I would have fallen asleep. I'll update this when I do remember her name.
I'm giving it 3 because I can see the discomfort for heavier, shorter, and/or taller people receiving pedicures. The seating was my main issue. The bowls are on the smaller side and if you have thick thighs, it may be difficult to comfortably sit and soak as well. I had to adjust myself several times, but wasn't fully comfortable. However, I do plan to return as I loved the service and interactions. read more