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LaLa's Salon & Spa
LaLa's Salon & Spa

LaLa's Salon & Spa

Nail salon · 2 locations

LaLa's Salon & Spa was established in 2018 by Lauren Long, who is also the founder and CEO of The Nail Academy, which launched in January 2020. According to the salon, Long has more than 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, has opened two nail salons, and was Lead Nail Stylist for New York and Paris Fashion Weeks. The salon describes itself as the leading salon in Pittsburgh for nails, beauty and education.

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LaLa's Salon & Spa was established in 2018 by Lauren Long, who is also the founder and CEO of The Nail Academy, which launched in January 2020. According to the salon, Long has more than 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, has opened two nail salons, and was Lead Nail Stylist for New York and Paris Fashion Weeks. The salon describes itself as the leading salon in Pittsburgh for nails, beauty and education.

The salon has two locations. The Monroeville studio is in the Miracle Mile Shopping Center off William Penn Highway, and the Pittsburgh studio is on the East Side. Hours are Sunday and Monday 10am to 5pm, Tuesday through Friday 10am to 8pm, and Saturday 10am to 6pm. Guests can be offered complimentary refreshments such as wine, fresh brewed coffee and light snacks, and aromatherapy using naturally extracted aromatic oils is available. The salon states its ventilation system meets Pennsylvania air quality control standards and filters chemicals, dust and bacteria from the air.

The menu covers nails from everyday acrylic and gel work to Russian and luxury gel manicures and pedicures, men's grooming, and gel services for children ages 3 to 12. Nail art ranges from simple designs to intricate tiers, with options such as chrome effects, encapsulated decals, 3D sculpting and Swarovski crystals. The facial menu includes named treatments such as the Introductory Facial, which includes a skin analysis and deep cleansing, along with HydraGlow, Oil Defense, Spotless and Youth Boost facials, a quick Mini Facial, and a High Frequency treatment. Waxing, eyebrow threading, lash extensions and lifts and tints are also offered.

The Nail Academy offers nail classes, Apres classes, consulting and events for nail stylists and beauty professionals who want to build their skills and business knowledge.

The business presents its salon services and professional education side by side, with The Nail Academy offering training alongside the studios.

The salon offers refreshments and relaxation areas, and aromatherapy is part of the visit.

Locations

Services

Final prices may vary.

Acrylic full sets and fill-ins, including toes, color, ombre, design and gel-combined options.

  • Acrylic Toes Fill In $35–$55
  • Acrylic Fill In w/ Gel $45–$70
  • Color Acrylic Fill In $45–$70
  • Acrylic Toes Full Set $50–$70
  • Ombre Fill In $50–$75
  • Acrylic Design Fill In $55–$75
  • Acrylic Full Set w/ Gel $60–$95
  • Full Set of (1) Color Acrylic $60–$95
  • Ombre Full Set $70–$110
  • Multi Color Acrylic Design Full Set $80–$115

Repairs, extra-length acrylics, sculpted sets and artificial nail removal.

  • Repair $5+
  • Extra Length Acrylics $10–$30
  • Sculpted Set $10+
  • Artificial Nail Removal $20
  • Gel Polish Removal $5 / $5+
  • Jelly Bath $5
  • CBD $10
  • Structure Gel $10
  • Advanced Callus Removal $12
  • Extra Massage $15
  • Paraffin Wax $15

Facial treatments from a quick deep-cleansing Mini Facial to a High Frequency treatment, with named options such as HydraGlow and Youth Boost.

  • Mini Facial $65+
  • Peach Polish $65
  • Back Facial $70
  • Microdermabrasion $95
  • HydraGlow Facial $105+
  • Oil Defense Facial $105+
  • Spotless Facial $105+
  • Youth Boost Facial $105+
  • Introductory Facial $115+
  • High Frequency $130

Waxing for areas from the lip and brows to the arms, legs, back and bikini, with Brazilian and deluxe Brazilian options.

  • Lip $11
  • Lip Waxing $11
  • Nose $11
  • Nose Waxing $11
  • Stomach Strip $12
  • Stomach Strip Waxing $12
  • Sides Burns $14
  • Sides Burns Waxing $14
  • Chin/Neck $15
  • Chin/Neck Waxing $15
  • Eyebrows $21+
  • Eyebrows Waxing $21+
  • Under Arm $25
  • Under Arm Waxing $25
  • Full Butt $35
  • Full Butt Waxing $35
  • Half/Full Arm $35–$55
  • Half/Full Arm Waxing $35–$55
  • Bikini $40
  • Bikini Waxing $40
  • Half/Full Back $45–$69
  • Half/Full Back Waxing $45+
  • Stomach $45
  • Stomach Waxing $45
  • Brazilian $50+
  • Brazilian Waxing $50+
  • Full Face $55
  • Full Face Waxing $55
  • Half/Full Leg $55–$80
  • Half/Full Leg Waxing $55–$80
  • Deluxe Brazilian $70+
  • Deluxe Brazilian Waxing $70+

Gel manicures and pedicures for ages 3 to 12, plus simple nail art and freestyle options.

  • Simple Nail Art (4 Nails) $10+
  • Kids Gel Manicure (3-12 yrs) $25
  • Kids Gel Pedicure (3-12 yrs) $40
  • Freestyle Gel Manicure $50+
  • Apres Gel-X $70+
  • Gel Manicure $25
  • Gel Pedicure $40

Lash fills, touch-ups, removal and full sets.

  • Lash Removal $30
  • One Week Touch Up $50
  • Classic 2 Week Fill $55+
  • Classic 3 Week Fill $70+
  • Hybrid 2 Week Fill $70+
  • Volume 3 Week Fill $75+
  • Hybrid 3 Week Fill $85+
  • Volume 2 Week Fill $85+
  • Outside Fill $95–$100
  • Classic Lash Full Set $110+
  • Hybrid Full Set $120+
  • Volume Full Set $125+

Classic, hybrid and volume full sets, fills and removal.

  • Removal $30
  • 2 Week Fill $55+
  • 3 Week Fill $70+
  • Classic Full set $110+

Brow and lash tints, henna brows, lash and brow lifts, and brow lamination.

  • Brow Tint $25
  • Lashes Tint $25+
  • Lash Tint $25+
  • Henna Brow $65
  • Lash Lift $65+
  • Lift $65+
  • Lash Lift & Tint $75+
  • Lift & Tint $75+
  • Brow Lamination & Tint $85
  • Lamination & Tint $85

Gel polish overlay and tiered nail art, plus chrome effects, encapsulated decals, 3D designs and Swarovski crystal work.

  • Chrome Effect (per 2 nails/fullset) $7–$35
  • Encapsulated Decals (per nail) $10+
  • 3D Sculptured Design (per nail) $15+
  • Tier 1 Nail Art $15–$40
  • Gel Polish Overlay $20
  • Swarovski Crystal Design (per nail) $20+
  • Tier 2 Nail Art $40–$80
  • Tier 3 Nail Art $85–$150
  • Fullset of Swarovski $150+

Apres Gel-X full sets in short, long and extra-long lengths.

  • Apres Gel X S/M Full Set $80–$110
  • Apres Gel X Long Full Set $85–$115
  • Apres Gel X XL/XXL Full Set $90–$125

Men's and women's manicures and pedicures, including spa gel, luxury gel, dry and Russian options.

  • Men's Manicure $50–$70
  • Men's Pedicure $55–$75
  • Spa Gel Manicure $55–$80
  • Spa Gel Pedicure $60–$80
  • Dry Pedicure $70–$90
  • Russian Manicure $70–$110
  • Luxury Gel Manicure $75–$100
  • Luxury Gel Pedicure $80–$100
  • Luxury Russian Manicure $90–$130

Eyebrow threading.

  • Eyebrow Threading $22+

Photos

  • Salon lounge with purple sofa, orchids and black velvet chairs
  • Blue, brown and gold tortoiseshell nail set on a client's hands
  • Orange and brown Halloween-themed nail set with pumpkins and plaid
  • Multicolored cat-eye gel nails in green, blue, orange and pink
  • Tortoiseshell and brown nail art with gold bow accents
  • Holiday-themed nail art with bows, studs and green dots
  • Purple-lit room with floral ceiling and decor
  • Salon interior with black pedicure thrones and marble floor
  • Salon lobby with reception desk, chandeliers and orchids
  • Spa treatment room with massage table and neon sign
  • Treatment room with purple lighting, massage table and patterned wall with neon sign
  • Instructor demonstrating at a long table of students in a studio with balloons and LA letters
Highlights
  • Luxury Russian Manicure using Valentino Beauty Pure Rubber Base, with a hand massage and moisture masque
  • A facial menu with named treatments, including an Introductory Facial with skin analysis and at-home skincare recommendations
  • The Nail Academy, offering classes, Apres classes, consulting and events for beauty professionals
  • Complimentary refreshments and aromatherapy with naturally extracted oils
  • Ventilation the salon says meets Pennsylvania air quality control standards
  • Online appointment booking and two Pittsburgh-area locations
Good for
  • manicure and pedicure clients
  • nail art and design requests
  • men's manicures and pedicures
  • children ages 3 to 12 for gel manicures and pedicures
  • waxing clients
  • lash extension and lash lift clients
  • nail stylists and beauty professionals seeking training
Treats
  • acne on the back
  • dryness
  • uneven skin texture
  • unwanted hair
  • brow shaping
  • lash length and fullness
  • nail repair
Techniques
  • acrylic fill-ins and full sets
  • Apres Gel-X overlays
  • gel polish
  • Russian manicure
  • ombre nails
  • chrome effect
  • encapsulated decals
  • 3D sculptured design
  • Swarovski crystal design
  • dry pedicure

Products & treatments

  • Valentino Beauty Pure Rubber Base
  • Apres Gel-X

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