Whenever I want some “me” time or bonding session with my girl friends, a nail salon would be my go-to place. It’s my relaxation sanctuary, which is why ambiance is very important to me. Recently, I discovered this relatively new nail salon in Makati City.

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It’s conveniently located along EDSA Makati, corner Arnaiz Avenue (inside Petron gas station). Parking can be quite limited, but it’s free of charge.

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I love the interior of this nail spa. The dimmed yellow lights and mellow music allow clients to relax.

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The choice of furnitures is not your ordinary couch. Colors and designs are not gender-biased. Husbands, boyfriends and brothers wouldn’t mind lounging in here. In fact, I heard they have quite good number of regular male clients!

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And so, I wasted no time! Here I am deciding on what to do with my nails…
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My dear friend, Kristel, joined me in my pampering session on a Monday afternoon. It was non-stop chikahan, as always! Take note, we talk almost everyday! Haha!

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I had a super relaxing foot spa with pedicure (PHP 550). I love how soft my feet felt after. 😀
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I chose a cutesy lilac shade for my toes. Ahhh… I can’t wait for summer!!! 😀

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For my mani, I tried Orly gel polish.

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When it comes to choice of colors and durability, Orly gel polish is pretty much the same as those that I’ve tried. There’s a variety of shades to choose from and it can also last for about 2 weeks, without chipping. The difference? Orly uses LED light for drying instead of the usual UV light, which can be harmful to the skin.

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Kristel and I accidentally chose the same color- shimmery gold!

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For every coat on each fingernail, I was asked to place my hand inside the machine. The entire process of gel polish with mani (PHP 600) took them about 1.5 hours.

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 And here’s my lovely gel mani after… so clean and so elegant! 😀

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Big thanks to St. Nails and to Carol Chua, manager of St. Nails, for pampering me and Kristel! 😀 It was definitely a great way to start our week! 😀

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St. Nails Nail Spa

G/F NFB Building (Petron Gas Station/ UCC Cafe)
EDSA cor. Arnaiz Avenue, Brgy. Dasmarinas Village, Makati City

(02) 586 0985/ (0917) 86-NAILS (62457)