A Mani with Eve Salon
Posted In We Know Beauty
By Shadine Ménard
www.eveswebsite.com
Salon . Eve . 55 West 8th Street
Services . Hand/ foot therapies, hair removal and facials
Vibe . Earthy and Green
Price Range . $$ (Affordable)
Type of Nail polish . Essie and Zoya (natural polish line)
4 of 5 Stars
Mani-pedis are a weekly indulgence for many New Yorkers. A relatively quick escape from the hustle and bustle of the city where you get to sit back, relax as your hands and feet are restored to their softest state and beautified. What’s not to love?
During Spa Week it dawned on me: with so many great spas and nail salons in NYC, why limit yourselves to just your neighborhood spot? I read many reviews on salons, but most are brief in details that really matter like the vibe, décor and clientele of the place.
This summer, I’m on a quest to find the best nail service providers in Manhattan and let you know which are worth giving your hand to and which ones deserve for you to just walk on by.
First on the list, Eve Salon, www.eveswebsite.com, 212.807,8057.
Nail Sets for Customers
What makes Eve Salon Unique?
Non-sanitizable nail sets given to customers, you receive discounted services if you bring it back for re-use.
Soothing Rear of Eve Salon
I was running late for my appointment and received a courtesy phone call to ensure I was still coming. We all know it’s a no-no to get to a beauty appointment late because it not only inconveniences the salon, but also takes up some of our needed pampering time. I was greeted politely without mention of lateness and sent “Idina” whose only remark was that she’d take care of my pedicure and make sure I was in good hands for my manicure. What else could a girl ask for?
Eve Salon's relaxing mani and pedi stations
Idina knew just what to do, without instruction or comments and did it in a timely, efficient and brisk manner, without being rough. She knew that “cut them down a little” means just that and how to buff feet to a smooth finish while discreetly discarding the dead skin from the towel as she said “you don’t need to see that.” I felt so comfortable, Idina’s suggested a pillow roll behind my back for comfort, she was attentive without being overbearing.
Victoria handled my manicure and although just as quick and efficient as Idina, her manner was softer. She was inquisitive about my manicure requests, and then told me to sit back, relax and wait 10 minutes to dry once she was done. I usually tend to rush out of salons before my nails are even completely dry because of the noise or eerie silence. Surprisingly, I did relax and sat on the bench waiting as my nails dry. Maybe it was because they were air drying as opposed to my hands and feet being hostage to light boxes. Or perhaps it was due to the green décor that is serene without being sterile. I also noticed that members of the staff would smile at each other or clients as they spoke and exchanged pleasantries.
The finished manicure and pedicure from Eve Salon
All in all, my experience at Eve was a great one: the perfect combo of calm, personable and professionalism made me feel right at home, so much so that I didn’t really mourn the absence of OPI polishes. I left Eve Salon with beautifully manicured nails and feet!
