I treated my wife to a pedicure at Marlowe in Larkspur over the holidays. She said it was one of…read morethe best pedicure experiences she's had in the Bay Area. The area they brought her to for the pedicure was super clean and everyone working there were friendly, especially the person worked with her. My wife's already scheduled her next visit there. Couldn't have been a better gift to make her day.

My sister and I decided to try Marlowe out because we wanted a more elevated experience as a…read morebirthday treat, but I've had pedicures that were half the price and so much more elevated. I didn't understand all of the positive reviews until I read a little further and saw that they bribe clients by offering a free manicure for a 5 star review. I didn't book the appointments so didn't receive this offer, but my experience was so underwhelming, I would have felt guilty saying otherwise - like I was tricking people into being disappointed for my own gain. First of all, there were no massage chairs!? And accessibility to the (not very comfortable) pedicure chairs is only for the able-bodied, as it requires a large step up/down on sleek flooring with no handrail. There are tons of basic polishes to choose from, but we were rushed choosing our shades, and the selection was lacking in anything more interesting, such as multi-chromes, shimmers, or holographic shades. The website promises medical-grade sterlization, so I thought they must use an autoclave. However the tools were just loose in the tray, not sealed in autoclave pouches. I thought I could see a UV cabinet (it could've just been a towel warmer, they look alike from a distance) in the back through the open door, but there wasn't any evidence of sanitization on our specific trays of tools, much less medical-grade. My sister booked us the Big Sur pedicures, which are supposed to last 55 minutes, include soak, shaping, cuticle care, moisturizing, and polish, PLUS sugar scrub, hot towels and a 10 minute massage. I didn't even realize she had booked the upgraded service until afterwards - when I was already annoyed by all of the basic missed steps, with no clue as to how much of the promised service was actually being skipped or skimped on. My technician didn't introduce herself or speak to me for the entire 25 minutes of my service, which was incredibly awkward. Did you catch that my 55 minute, $85 (plus tip) pedicure was under a half hour? Were the other 30 minutes promised in the service meant to be drying time? There was no callous or cuticle clean-up, sugar scrub, or hot towels. My nails are all different lengths and cut at weird angles, polish applied sloppily on my cuticles and skin, and my polish had a huge smear on it that I was unable to get fixed because my technician just grunted and walked away when she was "finished" (and before I could look at my nails), never to be seen again. My sister spent an extra $22 for callous removal, and her technician told her she didn't know what she was doing and had never done it before!? She just put some lotion on her feet, wrapped them in plastic for a few minutes, and that seemed to be the whole upgraded experience. Neither one of us received anything you would classify as an actual foot or leg massage, let alone the 10 minutes we paid extra for - my technician lightly ran her hands on my feet and legs for about a minute each while STARING at the clock on the wall behind her. It was less of a massage than what is normally included with even the cheapest pedicure at any local hole-in-the-wall spot. No one told us how long we should wait for our nails to dry (there were no dryers), and no one ever returned to check on us or help us on with our shoes - something that is pretty basic etiquette at even the cheapest salon. My main disappointment is that my sister is incredibly busy and giving - always putting everyone else first - and never has/takes time to pamper herself and relax, and she was really excited for this service. It's upsetting that she didn't get the little bit of pampering she was looking forward to, on the rare occasion that she allowed herself the opportunity. Overall, embarrassingly bad service at any price, but appalling when you're selling a luxury service.

Karen Neustadt is a pro and I highly recommend her. I have…read morethick, hard to cut hair. She shaped it and colored it. By the time she was done, I had a new look. It has been super easy to manage. I was bummed that I had to keep going to the city but now she is working one day a week in Bon Air.

I was blown away by Mina! Not only did I get an amazing pedicure and set of Gel nails that look and…read morefeel so natural I got so much information on nails and nail care from a woman with more then 20 years experience and who continues to learn and research the new products out there. Mina is down to earth and is so much fun to talk too.

I've been going to Magnolia nail spa for the past six years. Every single one of them is very…read moreexperience and is efficient and very sweet.

I passed by this place earlier in the week and thought it looked really cute and I really wanted to…read moretry it especially after reading reviews! So after running around all day the day before my wedding, I called to make an appointment for myself and my new little sister in law for pedicures, they told us to come at 5, then someone called back again and told us to come at 5:15 (cool not a big deal, I didn't care).. They finally got to us maybe 10/15 minutes after the fact, and I've never seen someone rush through doing a pedicure faster... The massage was maybe a minute all together for both legs and the lady was pretty rough with me... If you can't perform the same thoughtful and detailed service that's done for everyone else throughout the day, you shouldn't be scheduling appointments at 5 if you close at 6 and are just gonna rush through it. I just wanted to relax the evening before my wedding after running around all day trying to get last minute things together, and that was not possible there which was really disappointing.

I had a pedicure here today. It was my first time. The shop…read moreis very clean. The manicurist was gentle; all the staff was friendly. I don't know if parking is always this easy, but had no trouble today. I'll definitely go back.

Small little cute salon, the three workers were really sweet and fit my fiancé and I in with no…read moreappointment. It is decently priced and relaxing setting . You can pay Venmo or cash .

I happened on this Nail and spa as i needed two my toes nails sanded . I was lucky and had sister…read morenumber one I believe Nancy. She did a GREAT job and I was very pleased. See you in April. Lois Anderson

I recently moved to Marin and I was thrilled to discover Twin Sisters. Their pedicures are…read moremeticulous and their prices are excellent. I will definitely be back!

I absolutely love the powder dipped nail technique. Deanna and Mylee are fantastic! Deanna did my…read morenails this time, she knows I like to keep the natural look of my nails while adding strength with powder and the gel. The gel is never clumpy or streaky. Heide is amazing on the pedicure side! Also, a beautiful smooth look. The vibe at the salon is light and enjoyable, Vivian is such a kind person, she is so welcoming and accommodating; warm and lovely! She gave me a cupcake to take home. I can't rave enough about this nail salon.

I regret giving this salon a second chance. A year ago, a pedicure here resulted in an infected…read moreingrown nail that required surgery to correct. I decided to try them again recently for a manicure, and the quality is still unacceptable, especially for a 'high-end' Marin salon. The technique is poor; my gel nails were applied so thickly they looked unnatural and uneven (thick on one side, thin on the other). When I politely pointed out the issue during the appointment, the technician became defensive and dismissive. Most disappointingly, instead of fixing the issue, the staff began speaking exclusively in their native language to one another while looking at me and laughing. It was obvious I was being mocked for requesting the quality I am paying for. It is hostile, unprofessional, and the workmanship is below average. I will not return.

The best. Love Bella nails. They always do a wonderful job, the staff is lovely, and great foot and…read moreshoulder rubs!

I have been coming here for YEARS. There is a good reason they are usually packed! The owner and…read moreworkers are all super friendly, the chairs are comfy, and the attention to detail is impeccable. I always leave both pleased with the finished result and pleased with especially the massage portion. Everyone I bring here becomes a repeat customer!

Just got my holiday chrome nails done. The photo does not do…read moreit any justice. Thank you, Lam @Chloe's Nail and Spa

BEST NAIL SALON IN MARIN & SONOMA COUNTIES! I love everything about this salon and am so impressed…read more I'm very picky with how I want my hard gel nails done and I like a high-end, calm vibe, and this salon nails it! I went to Lam for hard gel, but Hannah and Emma are also great! Hannah is a sweetheart and the owner, she can be hard to get in with but Lam was spectacular. Her attention to detail was incredible and she took her time but was still efficient. Amazing gel pedicures too with Tina and Vicky! All the girls are great. The chairs are nice and they do the most special spa pedicure with so many luxurious touches and extra massage time, worth every penny. I really am blown away. It's quiet and peaceful and they are total professionals. Also the pricing is on par with other salons so it's totally the best option around. Love them so much!

The Mani Pedi is a hidden jewel! I moved from Los Angeles and I was looking for a place to get my…read morenails done. I discovered the Mani Pedi Bar nail shop and stopped looking. Mina gives excellent pedicures, and takes care of my feet. Mina also takes care of my nails. it has a peaceful, calm a vibe and is very relaxing. I highly recommend this nail bar.

So thankful to have found a wonderful nail salon, and right in my backyard. I like that it's a…read moresmall salon, as I'm not into a lot of chatter and bustle. This was the best and most enjoyable manicure and pedicure I've gotten in years. Everything Mina did was top notch, from the way she cut my ingrown toe nail, to the way she massaged my legs and arms, to the polish application. And, she's a very wise and kind human, so the energy here is so good. Highly recommend!

Be Polished is the BEST nail salon in Marin! I have been a regular client for 2 years now and this…read morereview is long overdue. Ruby, her sister, and their team are so sweet and caring, they do amazing services and my favorites are always dip manicure in almond shape and gel pedicure. Please look at my collection of nails and nail arts done to see their amazing and hard work! I took my mom to this salon for the first time and she's extremely pain sensitive with manicures, however, the beautiful ladies at Be Polished are so gentle she was able to comfortably get a gel manicure and our next appointment is booked already. I've spent almost my whole life in Marin and it's been so difficult finding the right salon without anything to scare me away since I'm so picky. They've gained a loyal customer for life

Was a nice salon at first. But after a few visits I literally got Paronychia (infected finger) and…read morehave never returned.