Spa Emilia
Nail salon in Chicago, IL
Spa Emilia was created by two co-founders who have worked in Chicago's nail and beauty industry for 30 years. The salon describes its approach as European and is open Monday from 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, and Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, with Sundays closed.
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Spa Emilia was created by two co-founders who have worked in Chicago's nail and beauty industry for 30 years. The salon describes its approach as European and is open Monday from 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, and Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, with Sundays closed.
The nail menu uses OPI, Essie and DND polishes along with no-chip gels. Gel manicures and hard gels are cured under LED lamps that do not emit UV radiation. Instead of standard spa foot baths, pedicures use portable bowls with disposable liners. Acrylic nails and dip powder are not offered. Clients who want a chemical-free, vegan polish can choose Dazzle Dry for an extra $5. Spa and specialty pedicures include a scented mineral soak, scrub, mask and cream, and the Spa Manicure and Spa Pedicure add a lavender-scented paraffin treatment.
Facials include the Special Facial, a 75-minute European facial for which the esthetician recommends a treatment approach based on skin type, and the Teen Acne Facial, which includes a skin analysis, extractions and an antibacterial mask. The Back Treatment Facial is a 45-minute session covering exfoliation, extractions, massage and mask. Facials and waxing use Institut Esthederm skincare. Waxing uses a soft cream wax for normal skin and an azulene chamomile wax for sensitive skin.
Permanent makeup is cosmetic tattooing that deposits pigment into the skin for brows, eyeliner, and lips. Results can last for years. The first visit for powder brows, eyeliner or lip liner and color is about two hours and costs $650. Eyebrow lamination takes about an hour and starts with a consultation on shape and style, then a tint matched to brow color. It straightens brow hairs to make them look fuller and thicker. Clients should keep brows dry for 24 hours afterward.
Clients are offered tea or water on arrival. Appointments are booked by phone or email, and the salon may ask for a valid credit card to hold a reservation. Clients are asked to arrive at least 10 minutes early, and late arrivals may have services shortened so the next appointment stays on time. Cancellations or reschedules need 24 hours' notice. Smudged nails are fixed free in the same color if the client returns within three days. Spa parties for bridal parties, baby showers, birthdays, corporate outings and friend gatherings should be booked at least two weeks ahead. Guests may bring their own food and drinks. Parties of up to three people need 48 hours' notice to cancel, and larger parties need one week.
Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and Apple Pay are accepted, but American Express is not. Card payments carry a 4% convenience fee, which cash, Zelle and check avoid. Gratuities are not included in prices and cannot be charged to a credit card; they can be given by cash, check, Venmo or Zelle. Gift certificates can be bought in person or online, can be used for any service, and are valid for one year from the month of purchase. Expired certificates are honored at 50% of their value for up to five years. The salon says its staff are highly trained and that it has been ranked among Chicago's best spas by local media. It also says it specializes in the newest nail techniques, trends and equipment.
Offers a European approach to beauty care, with LED-cured gel services and portable pedicure bowls in place of standard spa foot baths.
Specials & promotions
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First visit: powder brows for $650
$650
First visit
On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it
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First visit: permanent eyeliner for $650
$650
First visit
On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it
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First visit: lip liner and color for $650
$650
First visit
On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it
Services
Final prices may vary.
A single eyebrow lamination service that straightens brow hairs for a fuller look, with a shape consultation and a brow-matched tint.
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Eyebrow Lamination $75
Add-ons to manicures and pedicures, including French finishes, callus treatment, soak-off, color change, paraffin for hands or feet, and the Dazzle Dry polish option.
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Dazzle Dry $5
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Dazzle Dry, Twisted Essie bottle $5
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French $12+
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French Extra $12+
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Callus Treatment $15
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Nails Color Change Only $15
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No Chip Soak Off $15
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Gel Nail Repair $20
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Paraffin Feet $20
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Paraffin Hands $20
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Toe Nails Color Change Only $20
Facial treatments including the European Special Facial, a Teen Acne Facial with extractions and antibacterial mask, and a Back Treatment Facial.
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Back Treatment Facial $90
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Teen Acne Facial $130
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Spa Emilia Special Facial $145
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Special Facial $145
Manicure and pedicure options for students aged 11 to 16, listed with a price range.
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Student's Manicure 11 - 16 years old $20–$25
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Student's Pedicure 11-16 years old $45–$50
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Kid's Manicure (10 and under) $20
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Student's Manicure (11-16) $20+
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Kid's Pedicure (10 and under) $25
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Student's Pedicure (11-16) $45+
Manicures for men and women, from a men's manicure and European manicure to spa manicures, no-chip polish, and hard gel services with or without extensions.
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Men's Manicure $32
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European Manicure $35
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No Chip Removal + Reg. Manicure $45
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Collagen Manicure $47
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French Manicure $47
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Men's Spa Manicure $52
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Spa Manicure $55
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No Chip Manicure $65
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Hard Gel $75
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Hard Gel + No Chip $90
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Hard Gel + Extensions $130
Pedicures for men and women, including European, French, Deluxe Collagen, no-chip, and spa pedicures with scented soaks and paraffin.
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European Pedicure $65+
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Men's Pedicure $65+
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Lavender Spa Pedicure $77
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Lemongrass Green Tea Spa Pedicure $77
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Mandarin Mango Spa Pedicure $77
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Deluxe Collagen Pedicure $80
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French Pedicure $80
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Men's Spa Pedicure $85
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No Chip Pedicure $85
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Spa Pedicure $85
Cosmetic tattooing for powder brows, eyeliner, and lip liner and color, with a first visit of about two hours.
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Permanent Makeup Eyebrows (Powder Brows) $650
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Permanent Makeup Eyeliner $650
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Permanent Makeup Lip Liner and Color $650
Body and facial waxing for areas from the ears and brows to full legs, plus lash and brow tinting and lash extension fills.
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Ear or Nose $15
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Chin or Lip $17
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Underarm $25
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Side of Face $27
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Eyebrow Tint $30
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Eyelash Tint $30
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Eyebrow Wax $35
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Half Arm $37
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Eyebrow Plucking $45
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Lower Leg $45
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Full Arm $50
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Upper Leg $55
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Back Wax $65
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Bikini $65
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Chest Wax $65
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Brazilian $75
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Full Leg $100
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Full Leg + Bikini $140
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Eyelash Fill $150
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Full Leg + Brazilian $155
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Eyelash Fill Full Set $250
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Meet the team
Their website doesn't list the team, so we don't either.
- Highlights
- Portable foot bowls with disposable liners instead of standard spa foot baths
- LED-cured gel and hard gel services that do not use UV
- Dazzle Dry, a vegan, chemical-free polish available for an extra $5
- Institut Esthederm skincare used in facials and waxing
- Smudged nails fixed free in the same color within three days
- Private spa parties for groups, booked at least two weeks ahead
- Good for
- Kids and students
- Men's manicures and pedicures
- Groups, bridal parties and spa parties
- Long-wear gel and hard gel manicures
- Sensitive skin waxing
- Clients considering permanent brows, eyeliner or lip color
- Treats
- Acne
- Dry skin on feet and heels
- Calluses
- Sparse or uneven brows
- Unwanted hair
- Chipped polish
- Techniques
- Eyebrow lamination
- Permanent makeup (cosmetic tattooing)
- No-chip gel polish
- Hard gel and hard gel extensions
- LED curing
- Paraffin treatment
- Hot towel finish
- Collagen gloves and collagen socks
- Scented mineral foot soak
- Soft cream wax
Products & treatments
- OPI
- Essie
- DND
- Dazzle Dry
- Institut Esthederm
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