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    Aura Day Spa

    4.2 (128 reviews)
    ModerateDay Spas
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    I don't usually leave reviews, but I felt compelled to share my experience. I've attached pictures that speak for themselves about the poor quality of their dip powder nails. It wasn't just a bad job--within a week, I developed a painful infection on my pointer finger. In hindsight, I should have taken the empty salon on a Saturday afternoon as a red flag. A week later, I had to go to another salon to have them fixed. The technicians there were shocked and asked where I had gotten them done, even suggesting that I shouldn't have paid for such poor work. The dip powder was applied way too thick, and my nails had been filed down so much that they were too thin. They recommended giving my nails time to regrow before getting another manicure. My nails are so thin that UV light would burn my fingers

    Soo many colors and textures to choose from
    Dee D.

    The ambience is very soothing and nice. People were immediately attentive to us when we walked in. Greeted us. They took really good care of my mom even though she is very finicky about things, I believe she enjoyed her experience! They were sensitive to us being in a hurry. Since I've uprooted her from our island, Guam, she has been on the tense side. She still hasn't fully transitioned, but I find she is easing into it and these guys really helped her. I highly recommend these folks. They're still new to us, but so far so good! Tammy did mom's pedicures and mom wasn't showing her dislike at all (she wears her heart on her sleeve). Try this place! I think you'll agree this is the for everyone! PS I saw a couple and I couldn't help myself!! I smiled to them and told them they should be (the example) on the front cover of a magazine! The husband was enjoying his pedi and his spending time with his wife!

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    Antonia N.

    After my first visit to Aura - I'm not super impressed. The location itself is nice enough - seems clean and it's more open and spacious than most nail salons. My gel manicure is pretty mediocre - the tips of my nails aren't painted, the gel is uneven, and my cuticles were cut in a few places. The basic pedicure is nothing to write home about. Def get an upgraded one if you go. Maybe I'll come back and try someone else. But first impressions are meh.

    Grace C.

    It was my first time here and did a walk in! Waited a few moments before they worked on my nails. Honestly was impressed by the attention to detail and neatness of my nail. Sometimes places can miss a spot or have it thick and uneven but I felt that they did a good job trimming it, making sure it was even, didn't feel as though my nails were chunky or anything. I came here for a fill in but felt like it was a new set. I would come again! I think I had it done by Helen

    Nails on point! SNS Dip and Gel for the designs
    Kristian V.

    I moved to the area about a year ago and had been struggling to find a friendly staffed nail salon that would also do a good job with my manis and pedis. I'm so glad to have found Aura! My nails look amazing just as the picture I showed my nail tech (Mai) and my pedicure was relaxing and turned out just as I expected. I will definitely be going again! I recommend people check them out too :)

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    Kelly C.

    Highly recommend Aura Day Spa in Alexandria! I have quite literally tried almost every nail salon in Springfield. At Aura, I've only been with Ashley & Mickey so far and both are awesome! Prices are reasonable and they have a great selection of colors & pedicure options. I always do a Spa Pedicure which is totally worth $65 for a 15-minute massage. Both nail technicians are detailed and take their time, which I can appreciate. The salon itself is extremely clean with tasteful decor and calming music. This place has everything you could possibly want in a salon. My only tip (and this goes for any nail salon) make an appointment if you want a technician to take their time. Even if it's 30minutes in advance. It ensures they have the allotted time for exactly what you want.

    Dip with Gel extensions (the redness is due to cutting my own cuticles the night before DONT make that mistake)
    Steffany L.

    Impressive find! I scheduled a last-minute appointment with Mia, and she turned out to be incredibly sweet. Walking into the salon, I was pleasantly surprised by its cleanliness and spaciousness. Despite being a last-minute booking, Mia took her time and didn't rush through the service. I went for the dip with gel, and the results were fantastic! I'll definitely return for another visit. Fyi; this is the Alexandria location.

    Aura Signature Spa Pedicure
    Rosa M.

    Can you say flawless!?! I had a flawless Gel Mani and Signature Pedi with Van. Make sure you ask for her. She was extremely professional and personable too. The salon was clean, open and staffed w experienced techs. Will be returning.

    Acrylic with gel
    Natasha S.

    My first time here The place is very spacious, clean, and has a friendly atmosphere. My technician was very nice and professional, plus did an amazing job! I had an acrylic fill with gel top coat. The prices are amazing and the quality of work is phenomenal. Will 100% be a returning customer. Couldn't have been more satisfied!

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    Jennifer F.

    Amazing local find. So many positive things to say! 1. Extremely clean! 2. Nice open space. 3. Staff is kind and knowledgeable. 4. Easily accessible for those with mobility needs, there is a slight ledge getting into the building, but staff was there to assist if needed. 5. Amazing gel manicure. 6. Great selection of OPI gel and regular nail polish. I will definitely be back and suggest you give this place a shot!

    Dylan G.

    I have been going to this beautiful nail salon for a few months. I didn't want to switch from gel to dip, but Tina is amazing. She do a wonderful job and my nails last 3 weeks perfectly! They have so many gorgeous colors to try, I could do a new one each time for years to come! They are also super clean and safe during this scary time. Highly recommend! Still so amazing!!!'

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    Robinette B.

    This is the absolutely best nail spa! I am a long time customer and have experienced nail services from other salons which do not measure up to Aura Day Spa. Clients are greeted and treated with respect. There are a variety of services offered and the nail color options are amazing. The salon experience is relaxing and I truly feel rejuvenated after my services. Whether sipping on hot tea or cooling off with a cold beverage, you cannot go wrong with choosing Aura Day Spa.

    Jenifer A.

    Vy is amazing. She is a new owner. The salon is so clean and beautiful place. Hanna did my spa pedicure green tea . Vy did my nails. They are so nice and so professional. I will be back soon

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    Very clean place. The decor was cute, and they did a great job. I will definitely return!

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    Girls' day with my littles, a GREAT experience! Note: Cash only for tips, so remember to bring a tip!

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    4.8
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    6.1 mi
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    Established in 2008
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    Excellent massage with a relaxing atmosphere. The therapist was attentive and professional, and the…read morewhole experience felt very calming.

    My friend and I were so excited to try this place because of the high reviews and limited places…read moreto select from in the area. We did the sauna and facials. Well needless to say, we will be on the hunt for a better spot- FOR SURE. Here's what our feedback was to the establishment since they asked, and I decided to share here in case it's helpful to anyone thinking about going here: "The overall experience was disappointing and did not meet the standards expected of a professional wellness or spa environment. The walk between buildings felt awkward and disjointed, and the areas where services were provided were visibly unclean. This immediately detracted from the sense of calm and comfort that clients typically seek when booking spa services. The sauna instructions were overly complicated and nonintuitive. Rather than supporting a seamless, stress-free experience, the setup required unnecessary effort and attention at a time when guests should be able to arrive, decompress, and enjoy the service. One of the facials was particularly concerning. The provider fell out of her chair during the session, left the room for approximately 15 minutes within the allotted service time, and complained openly about missing supplies that had not been ordered. Her presentation and behavior appeared impaired or otherwise not fully attentive, which was alarming in a setting where professionalism, focus, and client safety are expected. There were also sanitation concerns. Gloves were not worn during the sessions- in particular extractions & close facial work, which raised hygiene and safety questions. Given the nature of skincare treatments and direct contact with facial areas, adherence to clear sanitation protocols is critical. Both facials were performed below expected standards. Product application felt careless rather than intentional for both clients. Creams were applied in a manner that resulted in product entering the nostril area for both clients. In one instance, the technician had to awkwardly clean the inside of a nostril during the service, which was unexpected and uncomfortable (and something never experienced prior). In the other facial, cream entered the nostril and remained there throughout the session, creating concern about inhalation; the client ultimately had to clean it out herself after the session. This experience was distracting and far from relaxing. Additionally, massage and sculpting techniques reflected a noticeable lack of refinement and training, particularly for clients accustomed to higher-quality services. Overall, the experience lacked attentiveness, professionalism, cleanliness, and the level of care expected in a premium setting."

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    Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa

    3.2
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    0.9 mi
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    I typically get facials here as I love the dermaglow, but this time I opted for a massage. My last…read moremassage here was a few months ago and if I'm being honest, it wasn't great. But today I booked with Mykel and she was seriously amazing! I had a Swedish but added on deep tissue ($15) I would've added the CBD too but I was heading to a Pilates class afterwards, She used this amazing pressure that popped out all of my knots but still felt relaxing. She made me feel so comfortable and I just feel like her customer service skills are above and beyond, I feel like things are turning around over here, and it's great because this is an awesome location! Already booked my next appointment!

    I'm pregnant and was excited to see they provide prenatal massages. I booked a prenatal online and…read moreshowed up at the scheduled time to find out that their system did not show prenatal. Luckily someone certified to do prenatal massaged was available at the same time and they were able to quickly accommodate me. Massage itself was fine. The therapist made it seem like being pregnant was an inconvenience to him, but whatever. Anyway, I was later gifted 3 massages for my birthday. So i figured I'd try them again. I clearly booked prenatal online again and then showed up at my scheduled time to be told that my booking did not show prenatal AGAIN but this time no one was available to take me. I don't know what their problem is but their online booking system sucks. I've decided to give away the gift cards to someone else rather than try this place again.

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    4.4
    (43 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
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    QQ1 Spa Is a precious gem of a neighborhood small business in the Franconia-Alexandria region of…read moreFairfax County, the kind of local treasure that civic leaders and residents love as much as loyal clients do. It takes mere minutes into a first visit to understand why, as one's stress and tensions are elbowed and squeezed and cupped out of various muscles in the shoulders, neck, back, arms and legs by the expert ream of licensed massage therapists, many holding licensure not just in Virginia but also in their home country of mainland China. QQ1 Spa is the vision of group leader Jenny, who manages the daily operations, oversees the three other female massage therapists (also from China, and also dual-licensed), and who steps in during peak times to help with client requests for everything from 4-handed massages to couples therapy to "cupping." The latter uses-- you guessed it-- several small-teacup-sized cups but translucent and without handles-- to draw blood to the surface of the skin to help drain it from knots creating muscle tension. Jenny and her staff -- including Emily, Eva and a fourth therapist -- are all wonderful treasures. When one enters QQ1, one immediately sees each team member's government-issued massage therapy licenses, each one up-to-date with state and local municipality renewal permits required to remain in good standing. A pain in the tush, to be sure. A great chance for people to grouse about the bureaucracy creating needless layers of guvmint spending to the burdens of American workers. Well, yes. But. There is value to the community good in having laws that, when followed by the citizens, show the patriotic zeal these most recent of Americans display to ensure their credentials are noted by current and prospective new clients when they enter the front door. Choosing "QQ1" as the spa's name was a nod to the Chinese cultural tradition of using certain numbers and letters in business titles to help enable good fortune and prosperity. QQ1 is on-brand to telegraph a message of trust to consumers. Perhaps akin to American small businesses that use such titles as A1, Best, and Top Service, among others. It's so endearing that any modern small business would invest such thought and care into these details. Yet QQ1 has. And it shows in their scheduling flexibility when a new client first calls to see if any appointments are open for a new client's unexpected back pain flair-up. Which is surely going to be exacerbated by the added pain in the neck of trying to find a quick available time to get a professional therapist treatment. Which makes it great to know that I when you call QQ1 they will say: just drive over. They handle this type of thing all the time. How often can anyone say they actually leave a retail establishment feeling so much better than they did when they came in?

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