Oh, my goodness. All of the previous reviews have been spot on. You've got to hit up this place when in Philadelphia - you will receive the best pedicure you've ever had. Not kidding.I booked online a... Read More
Oh, my goodness. All of the previous reviews have been spot on. You've got to hit up this place when in Philadelphia - you will receive the best pedicure you've ever had. Not kidding.I booked online and secured a spot for an herbal pedicure. It sounded nice and for the $45 price tag, it was a reasonable service that would provide me with a little down-time and TLC during my busy convention schedule. It's a well known fact that we Nurse Practitioners need to indulge in more opportunities for self-care - this seemingly small service fit the bill for me.I was greeted by the lovely Tiffany and was given a complete run down of what to expect during my visit. She offered me a tutorial in the iPad that was there at my seat/station (didn't need it, though - nice touch for those who choose to engage in an online experience) and then got me a bottled water before my treatment began. Said treatment, my friends, was beyond anything I have EVER experienced. Let me tell you about it...Things are simple here. There are no massage chairs - instead, you'll be seated in one of two cushioned, wood framed chairs that are quite comfy, actually. There are no jetted foot tubs - instead, there is a plain reservoir that will be lined with plastic and filled for your soaking pleasure. As said reservoir was filling, a lovely older woman came in with a steaming pitcher of dark liquid with vegetation in it. Hmmm...what is this concoction? Well, it's a hot mix of an antioxidant preparation accentuated with lemongrass, cinnamon, and various cleansing herbs that have antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Setting your feet into this glorious mixture is satisfying, soothing, and positively delightful! After several minutes soaking, the next step begins...There will be a tray presented consisting of two small pots of substances (stay tuned for the contents of the pots) and a square, glass dish with an indentation in the center (presently empty) with a fan brush on the side. Hmm... I'm intrigued. Β Tiffany scooped up some of the light brown substance and massaged it into each leg (then placed Saran Wrap over each leg to hold in the heat). It was a ginger mixture, and is one that would warm my legs from knee to ankle. Yes, it sure did. As my legs were warming, Tiffany did the initial pedicure process (noting that my nails were already short - she went on to further file and shape them) and allowed each foot to continue to soak in the lovely herbal bath.Next, the plastic was removed and the content of the other pot were rubbed into each leg. Boys and girls, this part was just incredible, for the magic pot contained a eucalyptus scrub that was massaged well into each leg. Positively heavenly. To cleanse the area, a hot towel was introduced - both legs were then clean. Until...Tiffany stepped away momentarily to fill that aforementioned empty square dish with a Thai oil mixture that had been warmed perfectly. Said oil had cleansing properties and was applied onto my legs with the aforementioned fan-shaped brush. Then, oh, goodness...the leg and foot massage ensued. I believe my eyes rolled back into my head a couple of times - just heavenly.After the oil massage, there was a hot stone massage. No, I'm not kidding. Those stones were the perfect end to my spa indulgence - they were applied and massaged into my legs and then my feet. Heaven is here! What a lovely touch, and entree into my nail care...I chose the color "Sasha" because it was a lovely red, and because our cute Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix holds the name of Sasha :). The two coats were perfectly applied - 2 coats of base preceded, and two coats of top followed said application. My nails were beautiful and one week after the fact, my nails STILL look like they were just done. Incredible.One hour and over 15 minutes later, I was ready to pay for this service. Again, my friends, $45 is a steal for this type of indulgence. My tip was generous...so much that it caused Tiffany to track me down up the street (as I was looking at shoes through a store window) and ask me if I had made an error. No, dear soul - no error, just a sincere thank you for expert work and true sincerity. She's worth it, y'all - treat this lovely lady well.What an incredible and relaxing experience this was! I cannot recommend this place enough to all who want to be pampered in a sweet environment and feel much like a wobbly-legged princess upon departure. I look forward to coming here again with my beautiful wife so she can experience the same good that I have. Read Less