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    River Nail Spa

    3.1 (217 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Spooky halloween nails
    Kathleen H.

    Rachel, is the absolute BEST! I started going to her 2.5years ago and I have no plans on going anywhere else. She is very talented and always up for trying any nail design I bring her.

    It was nothing of what I have requested...

    The place is decent, no waiting line, the workers are elderly women 1 young women.. the young woman is the one who did my nails, and honestly, she was in the phone the majority of the time so she didn't pay attention to what I was asking her or she didn't understand what I wanted, which was something very simple which was a pearl color French tip She ended up doing just a regular white tip .. They are not ugly but it's not what I requested and I got them very short and they charged me over $60. I will not be going back again. The vibe was very boring no music no TV. The staff was basically just lounging, falling asleep and getting massages on the pedicure chairs...

    I've been going to River Nail Spa for over a decade now--it's been my go-to spot ever since I first heard about it. When I initially started going, Kelly was my nail tech, and she was great. After she left, I kept hearing amazing things about Rachael. Everyone seemed to request her, so I finally decided to book with her--and honestly, it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Rachael has been my nail tech ever since, and I wouldn't trade her for anything. She's the only one who consistently understands and brings my nail art ideas to life with creativity and precision. Most recently, I went in for a mani and pedi refill after the loss of my great uncle, who was like a grandfather to me. Of course, I booked with Rachael, and as always, she did not disappoint. She created a beautiful set with a marble twist, inspired by and in honor of my late grandfather, Jose Adan Duarte--JAD. Thank you, Rachael, for always going above and beyond. Your talent and customer service mean more than you know.

    Maricela C.

    I came in and there were no customers. I got gel pedicure and manicure, my manicure lady (Dona) was amazing, however the pedicure lady with gray long hair (who did not want to give her name) did not do a proper job. From missing the lotion, massage, and warm towel, to not removing cuticles and making me bleed. She also got aggressive That I kept moving my leg when she was hurting me. Do not recommend her. I have been here many times and everyone else is wonderful.

    This place is pretty decent prices are fair but if you're coming here for the first time, please don't let Tammy do your nails. This lady literally cut my finger. Put acrylic all over my skin. I asked her to please stop filing so hard and so rough and she continue to do it she when I pulled away. She got upset and starting to be even more rough so rough that she cut my skin and made me bleed. Not all the mail techs working there are this messy

    Spooky designs by Rachael. They came out so cute.
    Kathleen H.

    Big shout out to Rachael! Ive been coming here 8months now and absolutely love coming here, Rachael brings her A game consistently, eager to take on each design challenge.

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    The Spa Hyu

    The Spa Hyu

    4.4
    (479 reviews)
    6.6 mi
    $$
    Certified professionals
    Women-owned & operated

    I've heard great things about Spa Hue from friends, and it's been on my bucket list for quite some…read moretime. I finally had the chance to treat myself to a visit today, and it definitely lived up to my expectations. I especially enjoyed the themed rooms throughout the spa. My favorite was the cold room as it was incredibly refreshing, especially on such a hot California day. The entire experience was relaxing, clean, and just what I needed. I'm already looking forward to coming back, and next time I plan to bring my parents so they can enjoy the experience as well. Thank you, Spa Hue, for such a wonderful visit!

    Main area is kept at 90 degrees Fahrenheit, way too hot and uncomfortable for our party. I would…read moretake into account the temperature before booking here. I left with a heat induced migraine. My family and I visit this spa often, but after today we will be reconsidering. We had to leave early since the heat and stuffiness was unbearable. It's so warm in the main area, it's the same temperature as outside (where there's a heat advisory) and it's almost the same temp as the charcoal room. The charcoal room actually felt cooler because it felt less stuffy. The cold room was almost room temp and was packed with people trying to cool off. Multiple people were fanning themselves or drenched with sweat. We've asked multiple times for the AC to be lowered, where staff informed us that it was the lowest the AC could go. No other measures were taken to help with the heat, no fans or anything were put out. Our family came to celebrate two birthdays and were hoping to relax. We were not able to relax at all and instead wasted $200 at this not enjoyable establishment. We asked if we could get a partial refund, which the spa stated they could not. They offered us travel size soaps as an apology, which I declined.

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    Sally Spa at Pacific Palms Resort

    Sally Spa at Pacific Palms Resort

    4.8
    (185 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$
    Certified professionals
    Free consultations

    Recently discovered a hidden wellness gem inside Pacific Palms Resort -- Sally Spa, and I have to…read moreshare. It was even featured in Beef on Netflix, so it already comes with that cinematic, aesthetic atmosphere The moment you walk in, you can feel the difference. The entire spa is designed with natural elements -- crystal chandeliers, wooden walls, and an impressive collection of over 500-year-old antiques. It doesn't feel like a typical commercial spa at all, more like a quiet, curated sanctuary for the mind. They also have separate lounges for men and women, which makes the whole experience feel more private and refined. The essential oils used are from doTERRA -- clean, natural, and not overpowering. I tried their 90-minute "Fresh Ginger & Mugwort Herbal Massage," and the whole treatment follows a very thoughtful, traditional wellness flow: It starts with freshly ground ginger applied to the body to warm you up from within -- you can literally feel the cold leaving your body Then comes hot stone therapy to raise your body temperature and deeply relax your muscles Finally, warm mugwort herbal compresses are used along pressure points, inspired by traditional Chinese medicine, leaving your body feeling light and rebalanced My therapist Tina had a very gentle and soothing technique -- not overly intense, but incredibly effective. The relaxation actually lasted longer, which is perfect if you've been stressed or not sleeping well. And honestly, the resort itself adds so much to the experience There are two 18-hole championship golf courses, plus private one-on-one yoga sessions -- it truly feels like a full-on retreat. The best part? For a resort-level spa like this, the pricing is actually very reasonable -- great value for what you get. In one sentence: This isn't just a massage -- it's a full mind-and-body reset. If you've been feeling drained or just want to escape LA for a bit, this place is absolutely worth saving

    First the good: The staff was very courteous and accommodating, the spa lobby was clean and…read moreattractive. 'K' gave me an absolutely fabulous massage! He concentrated on all of my problem areas and I felt happy and relaxed afterwards. The quiet room is clean and comfy and I was given a tasty little fruit cup. Now the bad: The price for a massage is reasonable, but you must pay an additional 39.00 if you want a to use their lockers or robe, take a shower or use the jacuzzi. This was unexpected and confusing. Before arriving, I had called for clarification of this policy and was only told that they would charge 39.00 for use of the jacuzzi. I had no idea that I wouldn't be given a robe or allowed to shower without paying the extra fee. I'm in a spa club and I have never run into this issue before. This confusion may have been due to a language barrier. The shower area has a sign saying that you must run the hot water for 10-15 minutes to obtain hot water (!). I did so and still had to take a cold shower because the water never got hot. The only towels available are very small and very thin. They are not large enough to wrap around your body. The jacuzzi area shows deferred maintenance with broken tile, missing robe hooks and mold/mildew on the ceiling between the jacuzzi and the showers (ick). This is a nice facility, but the policies are confusing and it's sadly lacking in general upkeep. (See pics)

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    We are thrilled that our spa served as a filming location for the hit Netflix series, BEEF! This is the exact front desk where Amy Lau (play
    We are thrilled that our spa served as a filming location for the hit Netflix series, BEEF! This is the exact front desk where Amy Lau (play
    Couple's Relaxation Moment Unwind together in our serene lounge. After treatment, savor fragrant tea and our warm, attentive service.
    Couple's Relaxation Moment Unwind together in our serene lounge. After treatment, savor fragrant tea and our warm, attentive service.
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    4.3
    (162 reviews)
    10.9 mi
    $$

    My new favorite spa in Pasadena. The staff is very respectful, courteous and professional, and the…read morefacilities are exceptionally comfortable and clean! The scrub was the highlight for us, along with the massage and red clay room. It's also very affordable and well worth the cost. Cannot recommend enough!

    worst massage in town. no lie…read more at least for my experience. i brought my girlfriend here for a couple massage for her birthday. 90 minute couples massage. first five minutes was mild at best. we had to ask them to massage with a little bit more effort. shortly after it was pure sharp elbows, digging into our backs from the weight of their bodies, which overhang above. they use gravity and their elbows in an effort to avoid actually expanding effort or using their muscles at all. i don't know about you, but that's not a massage to me. shortly after i looked over to my side to notice that the man that was massaging, my girlfriend was sitting down on the bed lightly massaging her upper back with no more than a few fingers contact. there was no effort or work there. just sitting lounging doing the absolute minimum contact possible. this was almost the same for me however, my masseuse, also using only one hand, would pause for many seconds at a time before exerting some pressure then again another break of many seconds before pressure again. she was systematically conserving energy and then applying the minimum level of pressure from one hand only. after a couple warnings, she finally started to get that. i am not gonna leave us alone and she started massaging more correctly. then excuse the man who was pretending to massage my girlfriend and replaced him with a woman that was massaging me. then they sent one man to massage me who was lazy and barely doing anything so let him go when they sent him them yet. another one who is doing the same thing. at about 45 minutes i finally told him to leave me alone and just continue with my girlfriend. i don't know how it's possible that others aren't reporting this more often, but i cannot speak on what i do not know but what i do know is if you are sore, tired, and just looking for some muscle, relief and relaxation and you expect some discernible level of quality and effort than do not come here. these people do not care at all about giving you a good experience and i gave them multiple chances they are lazy and do not care about their customers at least not for my girlfriend and i if you doubt me at all, please read my other reviews. i'm very honest in my reviews and i take great care to be fair. and i write these to help others. it certainly doesn't provide me any benefit other than that. thank you for reading and feel free to contact me if you'd like more information

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    Quiet space to relax and sauna rooms are located here
    Quiet space to relax and sauna rooms are located here
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    Medspa Deluxe LA

    Medspa Deluxe LA

    4.6
    (226 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Update: I filed a dispute with my credit card company, which was resolved in my favor. I am also in…read morecontact with the appropriate board regarding both the medical director and the nurse practitioner who co-runs this company. In my experience, my safety concerns were not addressed, and I found their responses to be dismissive and dishonest. I encourage anyone who has had similar concerns to report them through the proper channels. Based on my experience, this practice operates in an unsafe and unprofessional manner, and customer service is nonexistent. Run far away from this place.

    I first met with Odette for my evaluation, and she totally got me. Every tiny concern, every what…read moreif? in my head. Keep in mind, I'd never done any treatment before, so I was equal parts excited and terrified coming in. Odette guided me through all of my emotions during Morpheus. I laughed, cried, questioned my life choices, and maybe even had a tiny existential crisis . The overall results for me were amazing, but not exactly a walk in the park, a little discomfort , and patience is required. The results come gradually, but TRUST ME its soooo worth it. Gayana handled my remaining botox and chin filler. My chin is officially living its best life. I loved how she respected my no lip filler rule without making me feel bad with zero pressure, zero judgment, and zero FOMO. Thanks to these amazing ladies, I feel like I just unlocked the next level of me.

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    It's been 2-3 years and my big spot on left cheek (see original 2 pics of b4 & after) I had for years is still gone thx to Lily & Sarah

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    It's been 2-3 years and my big spot on left cheek (see original 2 pics of b4 & after) I had for years is still gone thx to Lily & Sarah
    U&I Massage

    U&I Massage

    4.2
    (52 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Pretty mediocre, the masseur doesn't have much professional shiatsu pressing techniques, feels like…read moreit's my family giving me massage amateur, but it's not bad to the point that I wanted to just walk out though. Foot massage is just fist rolling all the way, no pressure point shiatsu, feels like a multipoint foot massage rolling machine I have at home. Price is average price, same with most stores around this area, 10 dollars more per service than San Gabriel area. Gave 10 dollar tip but the masseur complained it's too low because it's late, he seems mad about it.. but this is their store's operating hours....

    This is my 2nd time being here. The first time I was here it was a pretty good experience. The…read moremassage was great My second time being here today was uncomfortable and bad. The woman who did my massage didn't give me her name when I asked. I got a 60 min body massage which is $50 and a facial that's an extra $10 so my total was $60. First she did the facial and it was okay she then told me to go into one of the rooms with a curtains a cover. She told me to undress so I can have the body massage. (When you do the body massage as a female you take off everything including bra except your underwear.) now I had no problem with this the first time I was here. But this time there was a camera that was in a high position that I spotted looking directly at me. Once I looked at it, it turned in the opposite direction. I was becoming very uncomfortable. I took off my clothing but kept my undergarments on and laid on my stomach. She came in and unhooked my bra and slid it off of me. Once the massage was over she told me to change and meet her at the front. I covered myself with a towel and looked to see if the camera was pointing my way and sure enough it did and once again when I looked at it turned the other way. I went in a corner where the camera couldn't see me and put my clothes on. And that surely has to be an invasion of privacy. This made my experience bad and uncomfortable. So I only planned to pay the $60. I went up to the front and she asked me about a tip. I initially wasn't going to tip because of how uncomfortable I felt, but I felt that she did a pretty decent job on my massage, not professional or above average. It was mediocre and decent. So I said I'd tip her 5$ she laughed and said "it's okay you can tip $10 instead" I said no and that $5 was fine. She looked at me in disgust and charged me. So I was expecting a total of $65. She was silent throughout this whole transaction and then gave me my receipt and waved me goodbye. I looked at the receipt and she charged me $67. So she tipped herself $7. I was mad but I just let her have the $7 and not make a hassle and walked out. In all this I may be seen as dramatic or something negative. But I would want anyone to know all of this. Because when you get a massage you WANT to feel good. To feel at ease. Why get scammed about this. And this was the receipt. I will not come here again.

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