I go here a lot, but it's rarely to get my nails done.   Their waxing is the cheapest I've seen in Sydney- only $12 for an eyebrow and lip wax, which is fantastic!  They are fast, the waxing is painless, and they always do a good job.  I usually remind them beforehand to shape my eyebrows naturally as I don't want them to go too thin, but they've never made a mistake.I used to go here for manicures/pedicures, but I stopped after the last two manicures I received.  The pedicures are great (though, I have to say the little pedicure bins don't seem very sanitary.  I've watched a man with really dirty feet get in, and then all they did was spray water into the basin afterwards before the next customer got in- yeck!), and I'd still go in for them, but my last two manicures were a disaster.  The same lady did them both times and both times she ended up sanding my ACTUAL NAIL with the electric file- you know, the ones they use on acrylic (fake) nails!  The first time she did it, it wasn't a big deal, but the second time, she left little ridges on my nails where the file cut in and they stayed there for months until the nail regrew :(  I wish I'd taken pictures or complained, but I didn't.  Instead, I just refuse to get my nails done there.I'd recommend Desire for the waxing and pedicures, but be careful with the manicures.  I don't think they do the best job as fair as manicures go. Read Less

I had to get a manicure for a wedding (I was bridesmaid).Had a guy do my nails. Things went well until the last step when he put a clear shinny coat on and left bubbles in my nails. Then proceded to sand off the tip of my thumb nail. Even he knew he did a bad job because he gave me $5 discount. Didn't apologise though. Don't really care about cost. I just want good quality work.Don't think I'll go back any time soon. Read Less

I don't usually spend much time in 'salon' type places, but if I'm ever forced to make my nails pretty for a wedding or other formal occasion I head in to Desire Nails and Beauty. Their prices are cheap, the shop is bright pink, and the service is friendly and often hilarious. Desire is located opposite Westfield and down the road from Burwood Railway station. With dozens of cafes and restaurants on Burwood Rd you can grab a coffee or snack while waiting for your toes to dry. My favourite thing about desire is the wacky waxing options available. Some of the best are listed below (please note that all these options are from the women's menu):* Buttocks wax- $20* Finger or toe waxing- $6. Good value for all you wolverines out there. * Neck or ears wax- $12And my personal favourite...* Nose or forehead waxing- $12For all your embarrassing waxing needs, desire has you covered, so get in there you hairy nosed freaks. Read Less