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

Cowboys & Angels San Francisco

This loft-like downtown salon is full of serious talent. You can trust your tresses are in good hands, whether they’re enduring cut, color, relaxer, perm, or just a blowout.

  Union Square, Beauty

September 8, 2009

Vim and Vigor Salon San Francisco

Beauty junkies seeking both cutting-edge hair care (Brazilian blowouts, anyone?) and tanning services get their straight locks and gorgeous glow at this modern salon.

  Mission Bay, Beauty

September 8, 2009

Milk + San Francisco

Maintain your good looks at this Russian Hill nail salon offering affordable mani/pedis, waxing, and spray tans in a clean, charming environment.

  Russian Hill, Beauty, Beauty Junkies, Zen

December 11, 2008

Flip Salon San Francisco

Blondes have more fun at this Chestnut Street salon that caters to the sun-kissed, honey-colored, and platinum tresses of Marina gals.

  Marina, Beauty

October 23, 2008

Oxenrose San Francisco

Head to this Hayes Valley salon for all your hair care needs — cut, color, conditioning treatment. The outdoor patio is especially lovely for private parties (hear that, bridezillas?).

  Hayes Valley, Beauty, Private Parties, Weddings

February 4, 2008

Robert James Color San Francisco

At this Nob Hill hair salon, there are no scissors. Colorist extraordinaire Robert Clayborn (who’s painted the likes of Gwen Stefani and Carmen Electra) focuses solely on color and all-natural extensions.

  Tendernob, Beauty

January 19, 2007

The Barber Lounge San Francisco

Greg Griffin’s huge salon/spa/barbershop tends to guys and dolls. Men get groomed (mustache trims, hot-towel shaves) at the old-timey barber station. Ladies head to the mod side area for head-to-toe primps (mani/pedi, blowout, spray tan, and makeup).

  South of Market, Beauty

December 11, 2006

The Pampered Girl San Francisco

This boudoir-inspired nail salon prides itself on keeping you polished in a safe setting, thanks to its hygienic practices. The très chic environs make it ideal for special soirees.

  Hayes Valley, Beauty, Private Parties

March 21, 2006

Lavande Nail Spa San Francisco

This cute, cozy salon and spa does the best mani-pedis in the city (complete with a no-chip guarantee), as well as massages and facials.

  Cole Valley, Beauty