Just arrived in London and literally had a serious pain in my neck. Had an amazing massage by Fran…read more She was amazing. She found every knot and worked on them. I felt much better when I left. I immediately booked again!

Highly recommend this nail salon! The place is very clean and the people are so kind.read more

Initially, I was all set to give this place only two stars. I was told to arrive about 15 minutes…read moreearly to fill out paperwork, which I did. Their first appointment is at noon, which was my appointment today, and when I arrived at about 11:45 the lights were mostly off. But they turned the lights on and gave me the paperwork to fill out. I was then told my massage therapist hadn't yet arrived. Hmmm, okay.... she arrived at about 12:10 and took me in right away - but I did get rather turned off by the lack of professionalism in terms of either offering me another massage therapist, keeping me updated on her whereabouts, making sure I wasn't in a rush to leave, etc. Marianne, my massage therapist, finally arrived and took me in immediately and filled with apologies. Anyway, once I was taken in, things started getting better. You leave your shoes by the waiting room, which is a nice touch - it adds to the spa like feel of the place, and minimises noise of people walking around. The rooms are lovely - well lit by candlelight, soft music playing, etc. I didn't love the fact that my body was covered with a smallish towel instead of a sheet, but once I got into the massage I forgot about it. I had booked a deep tissue massage and was a bit turned off by the light touch Marianne had at first, but she still somehow managed to get in there and loosen my muscles. At one point she pulled my shoulder blades out, which I've had done before and usually find myself gasping to not yell out, but with Marianne it just felt like a nice gentle stretch that left me feeling quite limber. I'm used to deep tissue massages being very strong and really working out my muscles, with me grunting from the pain (the good sort of pain, though!). That's not how Marianne did it - somehow, I received a deep tissue massage and managed to doze off! Afterwards she left me dozing in the room, and when I finally got up and got dressed, she met me in the waiting area with some tea and water, a stack of magazines, a blanket, and my choice of daybeds to curl up on and relax. I was told there was no rush for me to leave, and I truly felt that way. I'll be back.

I had my first massage here or as I like to call it "man-sage" last weekend. I am not a fan of…read moremassages, I generally find them pleasant but not something I'd pursue as some do. I generally find a good wet shave much nicer. I was cajoled into coming here and indeed I had originally suggested it to the cajoler due to reviews and proximity. Slightly worryingly the questionnaire described what one would normally describe as 'side effects' as a 'healing reaction'. It seems complimentary therapies are continuing to be good at rebranding. The place is certainly very clean and zen full of furniture from Lom Bok (I have just moved and studied furniture stores). The staff do a good job of putting you at ease. There was quiet music, soft smells and lots of places to meditate. The lady who looked after me was very good, very professional and and concentrated on my back where I get the most pain post swimming. The price wasn't bad at £65 for 45 mins and had a nice relaxing tea at the eng just outside a small garden. If my pain had gone or Id felt better this place would get five stars but Ive yet to find that place. I think I'll continue with my shaves but certainly I'd go back if I was gifted a session.

Overall, I could only recommend this salon for bikini waxes if you have a lot of time on your…read morehands, find waxes excruciatingly painful and have £50 to spare. I was quite disappointed by my experience at Earth-Spa. I went there for a much-overdue Hollywood wax, having chosen the salon for its luxury-feel and kind-to-skin waxing method. On the plus side, the waxing method was one of the less painful that I have tried. However, the wax took about 50 minutes (!!! -- the last place I went to, the same wax took 5-10 minutes), and after all that, I got home to find patches of hair still there. Worse still, while the website listed the price of the wax as ~£40, at the salon I was charged ~£50 since apparently prices had just gone up and the website had not yet been updated. I called to offer feedback to the salon, and the manager offered to have another therapist clean up the last wax properly. The next girl I got was lovely, however even this clean-up wax took a long time (about 30 minutes) and I again left with patches of hair that should have been removed.

I had the pleasure of going to Earthspa three times last week. Yes, I'm a glutton for spa…read moretreatments. I got all three treatments from the same young woman, Lauren, who was fantastic. The facilities are really nice--very new and clean. The facial I got was excellent, Lauren used dermatologica products and gave me some to take home and try. She also did a little face-mapping and told me what to use where. Waxing was also perfect, 5 stars. The manicure/pedicures are the one weak point for Earthspa. They just don't seem to have the facilities for it. They had me on the massage table and although it was very nice and comfy it didn't allow for any sort of soaking, etc. They really need a pedicure chair in my oh-so-humble opinion. For the prices they are charging (pretty spendy) I want a few more layers of skin off my feet removed than is possible without a soak. Overall though, I thought the place was great. If you are going to book, I'd suggest making an appointment with Lauren, she's excellent.

Modern Touch is a little tiny place, off the busy streets around Angel that does a decent job of…read moregetting your nails in tip-top shape. Popped in on a busy Sunday - lots of people getting their nails varnished! Only got a gel/shellac manicure and the guy who did it did a good job. I only give 3 stars because while there were lots of nail technicians, I found that not many spoke English and trying to explain what I wanted was a bit difficult. Even trying to describe a colour was a bit tricky. Also, was a little concerned about how clean every thing was - not sure what their process was for sanitizing the tools were... at one point it looked like they were using the same cuticle clipper things on different people before cleaning them.

Chapel Market area is filled with cheap nail salons. I had tried one time to go to one of them on…read moreChapel Market and the service was so bad that I gave up and that is when I discovered Modern Touch. £20 spa pedi by good technicians...speedy, precise and friendly. What more could you ask for in the low budget nail category?

I went into the salon for a manicure. The staff are friendly and professional and the place is very…read moreclean. The manicure is £20 but is the best manicure I ever had. It lasts about one hour, cuticles are carefully cleaned and nails shaped, than you get a vigorous scrub which will leave your hands very soft. Colour was applied carefully and lasted nearly two weeks! (although the second time I went it chipped after few days...) Before and after the treatment, while I was waiting for the polish to dry, I was offered a drink. When you book, they will also send a text to remind you of the appointment the day before. I would definitely recommend Evidence Beauty.

I had a deluxe pedicure with parafin wax and manicure. The therapist was very friendly but the…read moretreatment was not good and very basic even for a standard pedicure and manicure. She didn't massage my feet or hands, didn't exfoliate and didn't use top coat or base coat and the varnish started chipping away the same day. she finished both treatments within one hour instead of two hours that I paid for. I called the manager who offered to do the treatment if I pay half of the treatment price again and that without the parafin wax (just what they didn't do) I didn't see the point in wasting more money to get what they should have given me in the first instance so I refused the offer and will never give them another chance even they are next door to me. Their prices are at least three times more than other salons and you get less. No point. sometimes you don't get what you pay for but get ripped off instead. Be careful.

no atmosphere, no music, dated room with no fresh air, old files, paint hitting skin. looks shoddy!…read moreWill not go back!

If I won the lottery I would buy this Spa and have it as my own bit of luxury…read more The spa is deceptively spacious, and they have plenty of private treatment rooms, as well as a jacuzzi spa room and tranquil garden area. Once you have completed their forms and left the reception area, you leave your stress at the counter because they cater too all your needs. I had half hour in the hot tub, and then an Indian head massage followed by a back massage and it was pure heaven. I probably floated out of my room as I was so relaxed. They put you completely at rest, and they provide you with a dressing gown, slippers and towels so you don't have to worry about taking too much in with you. They also aren't that expensive. I paid about £60 for 3 hours worth of treatment. I would thoroughly recommend visiting this spa. I went with a few girly friends and we had a great time being able to forget about our worries for a morning, and having time to for ourselves.

Oh, it's such fun discovering a new spa before the hordes get in there! This spot is brand new and…read morelooks it. It's pretty small, but well-designed, with plush decor and lovely touches like a fruit bowl (with cut fruit clingfilmed for you!) My treatment was great, apart from the fact that they didn't use enough oil for my liking. The jacuzzi has two settings and the rain shower has lots of side jets and knobs to play with(!) All in all, this is a spot I totally recommend, especially if you take advantage of their half-price opening offers!

It's right in between Picadilly circus and Leicester Square. It's a quite tiny place however it…read moreoffers a lot. Price is very reasonable for the amenities. I wasn't a fan of the nail services they had

I've been going to Nu-U for the last 2 years. Mainly for massage, facials, manicure and G5 (which…read moreis awesome btw). Really happy discovered the place. Both Alice, and Hailey are so professional and so cool. And I am extremely fussy. Living in Angel for the last 5 years I went to almost all (if not all!) beauty salons on Upper Street etc. Always back to Nu-U. They are very professional again that's so important, really detailed and experienced, and you can be sure treatments are adjusted to your personal needs. Place is always spotless. Definitely recommended.

Went here on a recommendation last year while I was pregnant and was soooo happy to have found this…read moreplace.I had amazing (pregnancy safe) upper back and shoulder massages and felt so pampered .The salon staff are professional and friendly and they made me feel special . I have gone back recently after having my baby and having sore shoulders through lifting/carrying my little and can say it was pleasing the same wonderful experience. I actually got a treat of having the hot stone massage although I didn't plan for this and can say that this was fabulous. I recommend this place to anyone who wants afriendly place that makes you feel a relaxed and pampered.