Susan, at Hands Down Nails is the best nail technician I have had work on my nails. Not only is…read moreher work exquisite as a Grand Master Nail Tech, but both her salon in her beautiful historical home and her delightful and engaging prescence make for a highlight in my month when I have an appointment. I would suncerely recommend Susan to anyone. ~ Cheryl Edgett

I first discovered Susan Cotie and her exceptional work in 2010, and have been a loyal client ever…read moresince. Susan is a professional, with a keen eye for detail and colour. Most importantly, she cares about the health of my nails and always takes the time to prepare the nails properly, to the highest standards of hygiene. Susan crafts exquisite nails that never lift and keep their lustre between appointments. In fact, friends and strangers alike compliment me on my nails and I always give the credit to the artisan herself: Susan. Without question, Susan Cotie is the top nail technician in Halifax.

Great spa to work at, I absolutely love it here.read more

I had a pedicure here. It was very expensive and very poorly done. I had to outtalk the esthetician…read moreto get her to stop babbling about nothing by giving her a few history lessons about the Town because she was totally ignorant. In Lunenburg, ignorance is not a good thing. She said she was born in Halifax and I was amazed by how little she knew about the South Shore. There was no pedicure chair, no massage, and awkward soaking. If this place is going to hold itself out as providing these types of services, they need proper equipment and properly trained staff. The nail polish started chipping off before the day was out.

My friend and I recently bought a Groupon for this spa. It was $168 for two people to receive three…read moreof the following: 30 min massage, 30 min, pedicure, 30 min manicure or 30 min facial. With your purchase you also got a fruit smoothie, a swim in the bromine pool and a steam shower. I went with massage, pedicure and manicure. When we arrived the decor was very pretty and relaxed. Reception as very pleasant though a little frazzled. We had never been there before and the layout could be very confusing (upstairs for treatment rooms, dressing rooms down halls, pool in the basement etc.) A mini tour would have been nice and would have saved us a lot of searching for where we were supposed to be. Once we got settled into a dressing room we made our way to the pool in the basement. It was supposed to be a salt water pool, though it didn't feel very much like that. It was quite warm and private though. Once we were done there we were greeted again by the staff and she helped us get ready for the steam shower, I chose the peppermint scent. It was very warm and relaxing and I would definitely do it again if I could. After our showers we were sent up stairs to get ready for our services and were given a smoothie (weren't given option of flavour). My services were...meh. My nails were cut far too short (they hurt) and my toe skin was also filed, the polish job on my nails is pretty substandard. I don't get a lot of these services done, but I do know that I could have painted my nails better. The massage was great, however. What's not to love about a relaxation massage. The aesthetician could have been a little warmer and more inviting, but again we weren't paying full price for the services, and I don't think I would at this location. A nice day with my friend over all.

Love the staff quality work. I never have a problem booking an appointment love the online system.read more

I am Sooo happy with this place! Used to live in NYC, where there's a nail salon on every corner…read more In Halifax they're few and usually restrictive in the time allotted and services provided. Not here! It's even Better than NY! Everyone is So nice and professional, hard working and just above Fantastic!! Very pleased with the results and the whole experience, as is my daughter, who also went. A friend has been recommending Fancy Nails Forever. So glad we finally went! Going to go back soon

One week and my shellac nails were chipping. Cuticles were a mess. Tech cut my toe but offered…read moreno discount. Wanted blue tip French manicure and ended up with one blue colored finger which is what I walked in with (only it was green) I will drive the extra time to go to j and k nail in tantalion. My manicure lasted 5 weeks

This is a great spot prices aren't a rip off, but they are a VERY busy salon. Don't expect drop in…read moreavailability. I came at 10am opening and they were able to accommodate my friend and I for shellac manicures and pedicures, however it took them two hours to get us both finished. The work they do is great (partly why it takes so long) and they are very clean.