Sometimes I can be awful at planning things. Like scheduling appointments for manicures. Or…read morepedicures. So when I saw that Nail Bar One existed, which deals exclusively in walk-in appointments, I was excited. My friend and I decided on a spur of the moment treat yo'self day. She arrived earlier than me to the salon, so when I arrived she was already being helped with a manicure. I waited a little longer before someone was available to do my manicure, as they only have 2 people working in this establishment. While both people working there were friendly, only having two workers can definitely mean a long wait for customers. This salon is definitely an express salon. The store is tiny-- manicures are done in the main room, and there are a couple of other rooms for pedicures and other spa options. I got a gel manicure with design, and it was pretty no-frills. My friend had her cuticles cleaned, but I didn't. Nor were my nails cut. They were simply filed, buffed, and then painted. Maybe that's the way nails are done in England, but it was a far cry from my normal manicures in the states. Overall cost was 25 pounds, which wasn't too bad considering. Sadly, a week later and my gel has already chipped noticeably. My nails chip easily, which is why I usually don't get manicures, but I was really hoping this gel would stay on longer. All in all, Nail Bar One suited my needs, but nothing about the experience stood out.

I went to Nail Bar One for acrylic nails and although I was pleased with them I have been to other…read moreplaces in York which are cheaper and offer the same quality of treatment. It's a nice clean modern place but I don't think I would go again simply because there are better places.

People who regularly read my posts will know I have a weakness when it comes to beauty salons, this…read moreplace proves to be no exception. It is very light and clean studio, with the distinctive smell of nail polish remover you get in nail parlours. I opted for a pedicure and the girl doing it was very sweet and chatty. I opted for bright red varnish which was applied quickly but accurately and last for weeks. http://beautytruthsnotuglylies.blogspot.com/

Ok, I'm popping my head out of the macho closet to tell you that I had a luxury pedicure and I…read moreliked it. I don't know how those of the distaff persuasion feel about these things but I approached with quite some trepidation firstly because I don't do pampering and secondly because no-one touches my feet (this is for their own health and safety) I was put immediately at ease and reassured that my feet were not nearly as bad as some of the old dears who call in for miracles. My feet were given a pleasant soak and a massage and then the brave young lady cut my toe nails (she was only a little lass but boy did she have some strength in those arms and hands). I left feeling as though I was walking on air and with one phobia less which for me is a result! This place do hair too and my other half says they do it jolly well.

This is a brilliant hairdressers and beauty salon. They do great manicures because I came for my…read moresister's wedding. I have been going to get my hair cut there for a few years now and will not change. It's a decent price for great quality hair cuts and great banter. The staff are all really friendly and the receptionist always remembers your names. It's the little stuff that always counts. They have great customer service and most importantly spend a lot of time and care on your hair (and nails). I would go here for any other beauty treatment either, but because of lack of money haven't yet! Definately worth a visit for a decent hair cut!!

I had my nails done at American Nails and I was pleased with them afterwards but they hurt my…read morefingers whilst they were filing them down! I am too scared to go back but I may do at some point because the price was reasonable and my nails were nice after. The girl that did them was nice and chatty too.

If you are into all things fake in the world of beauty then Coco Beach is for you! With a wide…read moreselection of body altering beauty therapies such as spray tans for £20, a full set of acrylic nails for £25, Brazilian wax £10, Eye brow wax £5 and pedicure £12. I am definitely one for a pedicure now and again (when someone pays for me as a Christmas present, hint hint) but waxing (ouch) and spraying all seems a bit ridiculous and expensive to me. Compared to some other beauty salons these prices are slightly cheaper though, so if it is for you then you might save a few quid visiting coco beach.

I visited Coco Beach for the first time about 4 weeks ago for a Shellac manicure & pedicure with my…read moresister. It was lovely, the lady made us feel really welcome & was really professional. I am looking to go this week for my nails doing again if they can fit me in. I recommend this salon to you all & they do so many different treatments, you are spoilt for choice!

Fabulous shop - Me and my daughter go here for our nails both shellac & acrylics and also our…read moreeyebrows wax & dye - the staff are really friendly and do a great job. the prices are very reasonable too and you don't have to trail into town, there just up the road from where we live - yay :-)

this is a great little beauty shop- I get my acrylics done here for a number of reasons, mainly…read morebecause Ifeel I get good value for money. the ladies who work here are lovely and they really do a great job. there is also other treatments availale, such as tanning and eyelash extensions. | would recommend this nail salon ovet otheris in town for their excellent customer care.

I went to Preen after purchasing a Groupon voucher to have my nails done there for £10. The voucher…read moreentitled me to a shellac manicure which was an excellent deal at a tenner. Preen is a little place in Naburn, it's quite difficult to find and looks more like a house than a salon. Once I got there I was made to feel welcome and a member of staff prepared me a drink whilst I waited in the small and cosy salon. After a short wait I was called over to a chair, where I had my nails filed, buffed, shaped, and finally painted with a shellac. I was given a choice of colours and I opted for purple and gitter. The girl who painted my nails was friendly and chatty and the whole thing took about an hour. Afterwards my hands were massaged with moisturiser to finish the treatment. I was given a voucher when I left so that I can go back and have it done again at a very discounted price-which I definitely will do. I was really pleased with the staff, the treatment itself, and the general atmosphere.

The first thing that strikes me is the huge amount of treatments on offer for such a small place. I…read morecould get pampered here for days and still not of tried every treatment so it's no surprise that they have a couple of awards to the name. They have a treatment for every part of the body, manicures and pedicures, gel nails, waxing, exfoliation, massage, facials, microdermabrasion, semi permanent makeup, botox and many more. I'm not too worried about wrinkly eyes just yet so I settled for a pedicure. My toes came away looking as pretty as toes can and I left feeling relaxed with the lovely girly décor and friendly staff. They do offer a selection of men's treatments and the boys might be pleased to know the staff is really pretty. http://beautytruthsnotuglylies.blogspot.com/

With accolades from Clarins and a glitzy website this a good place to posh it up for spa-style…read moretreatments. Very girly décor hits you from the street, bright lights and soft furnishings in the waiting area gear you up for your appointment. Clarins, Guinot and Jessica products are used in the treatments along side other well-known brands. Treatments very from waxing, manicures and pedicures to microdermabrasion and you can get gift boxes, wrapping and treatment sets if you are looking to spoil someone. TREATMENTS ARE AVAIALABLE FOR MEN TOO.