This was my first pedicure, and I would actually rate this a 4.5 mostly because it's a bit tough to go here if you are totally new to the whole thing, but I rounded up to 5 since that's not most people. I was also initially very nervous about hygiene having read about all the horror stories about pedicures / infections / what to watch out for, but this place exceeded my expectations. (Also yes, they do have a Texas Cosmetology License on display.)
Upon entering they ask you what you're looking for, ask you to wash your hands with soap and water, then pick a nail polish color from the wall. As I mentioned above, it was initially quite overwhelming as a first-timer, but mostly because it was loud in there and masks + staffs' accents didn't help, but I figured it out eventually. Once I sat down I felt a lot more relaxed.
--Cleanliness--
- They use fancy massage chairs with attached basins where the water runs like a jacuzzi. I read somewhere that moving water is what you want to prevent risk of infections.
- On top of that, they use a blue disposable cover in the washbasin between each person (see pics), along with a disposable foot scrubber/sponge thing.
- They wipe down the massage chair after each customer.
- They have a masks required sign on the door too, and all staff (and most customers) were properly wearing their masks.
- Overall, if you are concerned about hygiene at this place, don't be!
--Service--
I chose the regular 30 minute, $30 Signature Pedicure and was surprised how much was included in it. I did decline cheese grater callus treatment because I heard that can generally increase risk of cuts. The foot soak and lotion foot massage was so relaxing. I was also very impressed with the quality of work and it was great for my basic needs. I don't know the name of my pedicurist but she was incredibly detailed, making sure the polish was on perfectly and nothing overflowed onto my skin, etc. Towards the end, they put my flip flops on and my polish got a bit messed up, but she took an extra 15 mins to fix and touch it up. We didn't chat much (totally fine with me) but I could tell she took pride in making sure I enjoyed the end results. When I walked out I had perfect nail polish on my toes - first time every professionally done - but on my drive back while my polish was still drying it got a little messed up. I don't mind at all though, it still looks fantastic and I wouldn't hold any nail salon accountable for my own clumsiness after I walk out.
--Vibes--
- Polite staff and positive, friendly vibes
- Front area of the shop feels a bit chaotic initially, as there's a lot more customers doing manicures than pedicures when I went in on a random Sunday afternoon. I liked the calmer vibes of the pedicure section in the back.
- The customers overall are very chill / casual and it felt like a judgement-free zone once I got past the initial stress of not knowing how anything works when I first walked in. I also saw two guys walk in towards the end of my appointment to get pedicures and they were welcomed like any other customer, so that was nice to see that there's no discrimination or judgement.
Overall, I definitely recommend this place if you know what you want and you want something high quality but affordable. Just note that some of the staff don't speak English very well, so if you have special requests or questions then you may have some trouble like I did - but I was still quite happy with the service especially for the price. Would return now that I know what I should expect. Glad I found this little salon! read more