December 11, 2006

Pardon My French

The Pampered Girl Opens

When it comes to treating yourself, you never put up resistance. And wham-bam-thank-you-ma’am nail shops have a distinct lack of savoir faire.

Put the ooh back in ooh la la at The Pampered Girl, a charming new nail salon in Hayes Valley where the emphasis is on natural care (no acrylics and Acquerella chemical-free polishes) with Parisian flair (fleur-de-lis wallpaper, glass chandeliers, and overstuffed chairs).

Unwind with a warm, lavender-infused neck wrap, then choose from five mani/pedi treatments. Busy bees should get the basic Amelie; sensitive filles will like the unscented Madeline. Or spoil yourself with the luxurious Chloe, which includes a honey milk soak, sweet sugar scrub, essential oil massage, and a lavender paraffin dip.

You’ll also find candles and lotions from Frenchie lines like Côté Bastide and Gianna Rose Atelier.

Just one more reason to say mais oui.

The Pampered Girl, 225 Gough Street, between Fell and Oak Streets (415-431-4475 or thepamperedgirl.com).