November 20, 2009

Spa East Philadelphia

This cute spa offers upscale treatments in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Go there for hard-to-find treatments like foil nails.

  Northern Liberties, Beauty, Beauty Junkies, Lady Business

November 19, 2009

Solo Haven Atlanta

Minx nails, waterless mani/pedis, and more inside an unassuming office park studio space.

  Marietta, Beauty, Beauty Junkies, Girls' Night In

October 15, 2009

MiniLuxe Lexington Boston

We hate to play favorites, but we think this nail salon is tops. With a dedication to cleanliness, the spot’s mani/pedi may clock in at under an hour, but you’ll be treated like a princess and stay chip free for weeks.

  Lexington, Beauty, Beauty Junkies

October 8, 2009

Cleber Lopes Beauty & Life Institute Miami

The beauty mecca — the first U.S. location of the Brazilian import — offers a full menu of nail and hair care, facials, waxing, plus a private bridal suite.

  Downtown Coral Gables, Beauty, Relax, Weddings

September 25, 2009

Polish Los Angeles

Pretty is as pretty does inside the sweetly sophisticated parlor. Ecofriendly nail lacquers, extra-friendly skilled manicurists, and magazines galore make it the ideal girly hideaway off the Sunset Strip.

  Hollywood, Beauty, Ecofriendly, Lady Business

September 8, 2009

Minx Miami Nail Coverings Miami

The mobile service does jazzy Minx nails: film strips (patterned or solid) that look like polish but are applied with heat. It’s $125 for fingers or toes — but the job lasts four weeks without chipping.

  Beauty, Comes to You

September 8, 2009

Polished Lounge San Francisco

This serene SoMa nail salon is far from your neighborhood chop shop. Expert technicians take their time getting you primed and polished (read: no skimpy massage or just-used tools) while you relax in a comfy, overstuffed armchair. At $40, the classic mani-pedi is a steal.

  South Beach, Beauty, Take Mom

September 8, 2009

Tru Salon Dallas

  International Center, Beauty, Private Parties, Weddings

September 8, 2009

Goldbear Academy Student Salon Los Angeles

Being on a budget can be a beautiful thing: Save on hairdos ($6 blowouts, $6 haircuts, $20 color), facials ($11-$30), and nails ($7 manis) at this stylish, modern beauty school. Call ahead for appointments.

  Franklin Hills, Beauty, Cheap

September 8, 2009

The Face Place Dallas

Private spa with posh services, from makeovers and custom-blended makeup to brow tinting, waxing, and massages. Not on the menu: nails.

  Bluffview, Beauty