I have had permanent (shellac / gel polish / whatever you want to call them) manicures / pedicures…read morehere twice. This is a large salon by Chilean standards, and one of few that specialize in nails. Sometimes it is very busy and you need an appointment. Other times I think you can just walk-in. The salon is located on a corner in the busy downtown of the commune of Providencia. The entire facade of the salon is glass so you can see the street. The owner sits at the front desk. She is not bad, but she could smile more and be a little friendlier! I had the same nail technician do my nails both times (not by request). But I was happy with her service and her friendly attitude the first time, so I am glad I had her again. My nails looked great both times. I asked her how long she had been working there because she looks so young, but apparently she has been there 2 years. I love that they use an electric callous-shaver on your feet. I have My one complaint is that (to my surprise) they charged me the same price for my manicure as my pedicure. I got a foot soak, lotion massage, and callous shave with my pedicure and not even a soak with my manicure, so I am confused as to why it costs just as much. This is the first time I have ever seen a salon charge the same price for a manicure as a pedicure. The price was reasonable and no one gave me a hard time about paying with my credit card. I will definitely return (unless I find somewhere better or closer to me).

If you're in Santiago and craving some glam with a side of hip you should head to Solo Para…read moreMuñecas. The stylists are young, fun, and a bit edgy. Have something specific in mind? You're better off bringing a photo. Open to suggestion? Let the team take over and work it out. Curls? Braids? Check. Check. And makeup? Double check!

Sólo Para Muñecas is a very chic beauty salon in Providencia (in between the Manuell Montt and…read morePedro de Valdivia metro). All of the hair dressers have their hair and makeup put together with that badass but totally galmorous at-the-same-time MAC type of style. Not only is this a great beauty salon to get your haircut and any other beauty need such as nails or waxing but they rock at styling. The hair dressers specialize in creating spectacular hair dos for important events - but especially known by many for their work with brides and bridal parties. They did my friends wedding as well as the wedding party and we were amazed! As soon as we walked in they made sure we had a place to sit and were offered all different types of treats to assure we were comfortable and having a good time. We were even allowed to open up a bottle of champagne to enjoy while getting our hair done. The bride got her hair done with an amazing braid and flowers intermittently place - absolutely beautiful! I think they are especially good at achieving the hairstyles you only see in fashion magazines. Another great thing about this salon is that if you are unhappy with any look (hey, sometimes it happens) you have 7 days to say you weren't happy and get another hairstyle done. If you want to come with a group of friends like we did, make sure to call and reserve in advance as this hip salon gets booked fast! It is not cheap but definitely worth it for special events.

In Santiago studying abroad and my friend and I had been looking for a fish spa! Figured it would…read morebe very pricey due to the fact that it is in Las Condes, however it was pretty reasonable for the fish spa & a pedicure 13500 pesos (about 20 US dollars!) After choosing the type of pedicure we wanted we paid before service which I think is nice because it allows you to relax for the remainder of the time. Semi difficult to find but it is located right across the street from "La Casa" the mall. There is a entrance that says "Plaza Peru" and 3051 is written on the front. Excellent wifi, clean, well organized, and all the staff were very nice and accommodating as well.

Came here for a wax. The women working were all very nice. The service was quick, cheap and well…read moredone