It was so bittersweet after my Colombian nail tech in my previous White Plains neighborhood…read morementioned that she will not be able to return to NY. On the other hand, cutting out that hour and a half drive to get to her (I'd catch up with a bulk of other errands while I'm at it) gives me some serious time and energy while I'm closer to home. Plus not having her around ;-( gave me a chance to branch out and look for a nail salon in Kingston. A bunch of the low Yelp ratings I saw for other nail salons elsewhere had huge red flags: bad technique, rushed jobs, or even unsanitary tools. The way I see it, when it comes to personal care like nails, you definitely want to see high ratings and consistent praise. I mean, don't you? While Pretty X only has one review, that was enough to bring me here. I honestly came here on a whim. Pretty Xo is dreamy, soft, welcoming and clean. The space has a minimalist-chic feel with their airy, beige walls, flooring is done in blonde wood planks and faux florals adding a touch of color. I started with Lily for my manicure who was super gentle, which I really appreciated. Then Yan took over for my pedicure. She wasn't so frilly- but definitely not rough- just the right amount of strength and attention for my legs. She took her time, especially with trimming and from there, it was all uphill. It's not only about aesthetics (though it's important to me)- it's also about hygiene, safety, and someone working up close and personal on your hands and feet. The $63 price tag is a bit more than what I used to spend, but honestly, it was worth it for the serene and relaxing atmosphere.

Whole body wax is a good price have not gone yet will be going first week in April. It's a trip to…read moreKingston tho. Looking forward to it.

Since moving to The Catskills, I've had to orbit myself to accomplish those go-to appointments I…read morehad while living in White Plains. One of them being my bi-weekly regular mani+pedi. I love my nail tech in White Plains so much- I wish I could clone her so she can deliver the same expertise and care in my neck of the woods. Keep dreaming, Mercedes. Keep dreaming. Beauty Depot on Wall St in Kingston, NY doesn't scream like the place where you can relax and be pampered- but they were able to fit me in on a Sunday with Lexie. My pedi session with her kicked off the usual polish removal, filling, etc. who turned out to be super patient, unhurried and smooth with her hands. For my regular, short-length nails, Lexie provided essential nail+cuticle care, lotion massage, a hot towel wrap and nail polish application. I'm not one to bitch about money when it comes to any of my beauty regimen- but the $50 for both my mani+pedi here- in this trendy side of Kingston is more than what I paid while living in White Plains. Plus theres no attention to detail and it's unkept. Whether it's a facial I'm getting, massage or whathaveyou, I'm not paying just for the end result, I'm paying for the experience- which I didn't get at Beauty D.

This is the ONLY place i do my nails, been coming here since they opened…read more Tanya is a great person, has lovely ladies working there, where most are bilingual, so language barriers aren't an issue here like at so many others! I will not do my nails anywhere but here

I can't report on all the techs at this place but I've visited once and am thrilled with my nails!…read more The overall atmosphere is lacking. The front desk person was unwelcoming and rude. The place seems dirty. However... I needed my nails done before my vacation and I was desperate. I got a full acrylic set and gel polish done by Jessi. She is very quiet and hard to hear but my gosh, she does nice work! Beautiful, not too thick, and she's gentle. I highly recommend Jessi!

I went there as a walk in this past week. The young man at the front desk seemed very annoyed that…read moreI was there, and things went downhill from there. He did give me a mediocre pedicure, but was really rude and it was the fastest (read shoddy) pedicure I think I've ever had. When I paid the bill, I did tip in cash and he quickly took it from me with no thanks. Needless to say, I will never step foot in there again and would not recommend this salon to anyone.

Super! I had…read morerecently gone to a high end salon to get a gel manicure and it was terrible! These guys did an awesome job getting it off and doing a regular manicure that looked like gel!!! The price can't be beat, $14 for a regular manicure with a trim, attention to my cuticles, lotions,scrubs and a massage! These guys are a Perfect 10!

PAUSE! I did these nails myself out of anger!! I got so…read morefrustrated with my nails falling off from this place that I ended up buying the nail x kit and doing it myself and what do you know? When you don't rush, they last forever. Let me start from the beginning: I got my nails done and the very same week. They were falling off. I had a picture to time snap it because I had work and things to do but no less than two days I go by and ask him to fix it and they send me away and tell me to come back another time which sucks because I want them to look good now and it's their mistake so I'll come back when I can and they fix that nail then four days later mind you it has not even been more than 8 days.. my nails fall off again this time they made me pay $20 to replace two nails. I was furious. Why might you ask? because this was my third time with the same experience so the photo below? They are so very rude and they rushed through your nails to the point where they don't cure long enough. I don't wanna walk around like I have two dollar nails. I paid extra for this experience and it was a horrible experience on top of route service. Not to mention, they drilled my nail so far down that it's split in half horizontally my pinky.! I have really really strong nails there's no reason for them to go that hard and just before you say "well that could've been one mistake." Both my pinkies. Same set. Now I've gotten so frustrated every time I think about it. I made this whole account just to review this experience. Do not go here please go somewhere else. They don't know what they're doing and if they do, they're not taking the time long enough to do it right. there's no integrity in their work. It's $60 for gel X nails plus tip With that I get: Broken nails, broken, painful, exposed, nailbeds, and horrible service. for &150 dollars you can buy the gel x kit on Amazon and with that you get: Actual care, self service and longer lasting nails multiple uses over months.

I'm not sure what all the bad reviews are about! I'm up in Kingston for the weekend and decided to…read moreget a spa pedicure. I was welcomed as soon as I entered. Though it was early Saturday afternoon I was able to get in right then and there. I chose the sea salt pedicure which was $55. I had gel polish on my toes for which they charged an extra $4 ( which I thought was weird) then an additional $20 for the gel. Kevin was my nail specialist and he did a great job. The message and pedicure were excellent. Other than the cost and the slightly off kilter receptionist it was a good experience. (Just FYI I get a spa pedicure at least once per month so I know the good from the bad.)

I had a manicure and a pedicure. I was in a hurry runny errands and did not realize until I got…read morehome how bad the polish was as well as toenails clipped uneven. Went back the next morning expressing the poor job and wanted a re-polish and even out length of toenails. After they finished they asked me to pay!! I said I paid you yesterday for an awful job! I have never gone back to any salon for a re-do!! They did not apologize for poor work or say so sorry you had to come back, just upset that I did not want to pay again. I have gone there several times and will not return. We all have bad days but you need to make it right with the customer or they will go elsewhere.

The best pedicure and ANC in town. Wendy and staff are so kind and accommodating. My gel pedicure…read morelasts for WEEKS.

I come here regularly for a pedicure ever since an accident made it extremely difficult to cut my…read moretoenails. I enjoy the staff and always go for the Green Tea and enjoy being pampered. They are getting so popular I recommend booking an appointment now

Ask for Natalie! She does a wonderful job on my nails. It's easy to get an appointment so you…read moredon't have to worry about the wait. They have many other talented professionals as well. Everything is clean, neat and sanitary. The service is friendly and convenient. I love the work she does on my nails.