Simply Unique Nails Divisadero St

The salon says it has been a neighborhood nail salon for more than 20 years. It now runs three San Francisco locations, and its stated aim is attentive, personalized service, with care put into the work from the founder down to front-line staff.

The manicure and pedicure menu runs from a basic service to deluxe spa versions. The Deluxe Spa Manicure includes nail trimming and shaping, cuticle care, a relaxing massage and paraffin wax, with a polish of choice. The Deluxe Spa Pedicure adds a sugar scrub, a nourishing mask and heel softening. The top pedicure, the SUN Collagen Spa Pedicure, starts with a collagen crystal bubble bath with sea salt and includes collagen masks, warm towels, a muscle-relaxing gel, a hot stone massage and a reflexology foot massage.

For longer-wearing nails, the salon offers dip powder, described as a glue-type liquid and colored powder that hardens in the air, so no UV or LED lamp is needed. The salon describes it as stronger than gel, thinner than acrylic and low in odor, and as adding a protective layer that can help natural nails grow stronger and longer. Dip service includes buffing and a warm lotion hand massage. An ombre dip option is also available. Acrylic and fiberglass sets and fill-ins are offered as well, along with pink and white powder for American, French or solvent-resistant glitter styles.

Waxing is offered for underarms, bikini line, half leg, back and shoulder, and several Brazilian options. Prices and appointment lengths are listed for each service on the salon's menu, and prices marked as starting at a figure vary by service.

The salon says clients leave feeling cared for, whether it is their first visit or a long-standing one.

The salon says it aims for superior service and personalized attention, with care in the work from the founder through to front-line staff.

The salon says clients tend to feel looked after on a first visit or a long-standing one.