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Cheap manicure pedicure bars in Toronto
Manicure pedicure options abound in Toronto. After all, getting your nails done can be a lot like picking up a cup of coffee or going for sushi. And while there are options literally on every other street, sometimes you just want something fast and cheap. In Toronto, especially on busy blocks, there seem to be more and more nail salons cropping up. And perhaps for that reason, you don't have to fork over a whole lot if you're looking for a basic manicure or pedicure.
Sterilization is non-negotiable for me when dropping into a salon, but I could take or leave the iced lemon water and energy candles that sometimes come with a higher price.
If karma candles are your thing, though, this list probably isn't for you. But anyone looking for an affordable (around $15) manicure might want to check out some of the places listed below, as suggested by our followers on Twitter.
Urban Nail
On Danforth east of Broadview, Urban nail offers basic manicures for $15, pedicures for $25, and $35 for both. They also have waxing for basically every feasible surface of your body.
Lucy's Nails
Lucy's Nails at Dundas and High Park offers the cheapest manicure I've heard of in the city, at just $8. Pedicures are $18, and both hands and feet are $25. Cash only.
Mosheta
Mosheta Salon & Spa at Queen east of Bathurst and Yonge and Wellesley offers manicures for $15, pedicures for $20, and both for $30. It also specializes in Vajazzling for those for whom pretty hands and feet aren't quite enough.
Chic Nails
On College east of Crawford, manicures at Chic are $15, pedicures are $25, and both are $35. Said to be quick and easy.
Nice One Nails
A chain of salons with several locations in Toronto, Nice One at King and Dufferin quoted me $15 for a manicure, $25 for a pedicure, and $40 for both (meaning no special deal if you get hands and feet).
Tina Five Star Nails
At Pape and Danforth, Tina's is another one offering a $15 manicure, $25 pedicure, and $35 for both.
Planet Nails
Planet Nails at Yonge and Eglinton has $15 manicures, $25 pedicures, and $35 for both, but also advertises monthly specials on its website where you may be able to find a discount.
Nailsense
On Yonge between Lawrence and Eglinton, Nailsense offers $15 manis, $25 pedis, and $35 for both. Also has facials, waxing, and spa parties.
Star Nails (Parliament between Carlton and Gerrard)
Star Nails on Parliament between Carlton and Gerrard offers manicures for $15, pedicures for $25, and no special deal for both at $40.
Cozy Nails
Cozy Nails on Yonge north of Lawrence offers manicures for $15 (with French just +$2), pedicures for $28, and both for $40. Other services include waxing, facials, and massage.
Time for Nails and Spa
Other salon offering $15 manicures, $25 pedicures, and both for $35. At Bay north of Dundas, you can also get eyelash extensions and permanent makeup.
Joy Nails & Spa
One dollar more than the others asking $16 for manicures, Joy Nails at Eglinton and Avenue also offers pedicures for $29, and both for a seemingly arbitrary $42.
Have a suggestion for where to get your nails done on the cheap? Please add it to the comments below.
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http://news.newamericamedia.org/news/view_article.html?article_id=e5afe8d5a1a659d1c61d5585a295ae67
Nail salon workers, often underpaid immigrant women, are breathing in toxic chemicals (such as acetone, toulene, Tosylamide Formaldehyde Resin...) everyday that have very serious health hazards.
A cheap manicure isn't worth damaging the health of others.
If you get a manicure/pedicure etc, talk to the salon owner of the safety of their workers!
http://www.ohcow.on.ca/resources/handbooks/nail_salon/nail_salons.pdf
The writer is correct though, stuff has to be sanitized. Being able to communicate with the staff is huge.
I've been to plenty of high-end salons that do a horrible job. Just because it's "cheap" doesn't mean that it's associated with the mob or exploiting their staff. People making those comments are making dangerous generalizations.
I will and do pay more to know that a nail file/nippers were not used on someones's bleeding fingers before me. How many times have you been knicked at these places?? Something to think about gals...
some of these establishments will offer to give you the nail implements as they do not reuse them
bonuses are the hot towels and hand massages!
Doesn't anyone care?
"During the 13 years that Connie Nguyen has worked in Bay Area nail salons, she's seen numerous friends and co-workers become ill. She, too, has come down with mysterious skin rashes and respiratory problems. A few years ago, experiencing shortness of breath, she went to the doctor.
"The X-ray technician asked me if I'd been smoking a long time," said Nguyen, 48. "It shocked me. I have never smoked in my life.""
http://articles.sfgate.com/2007-11-16/bay-area/17269181_1_nail-salons-salon-technicians-salon-workers
"On the job, nail salon workers come into contact with chemical hazards linked to illnesses, cancers and reproductive harm, including birth defects. The known or suspected carcinogens include phthalates (found in nail polish), formaldehyde, benzene and methylene chloride."
Honestly, your nails are more important than stuff like this?
Or maybe you'd all care more that these chemicals are being absorbed by your skin and lungs as well...
They do manis, pedis, blowdrys and waxing...
Mary - I frequent these places a lot. These women are legal immigrants just like my parents were in the 60s when they first came to Canada from Italy. They worked hard and earn low wages in constuction bussiness laying ceramic tiles and replacing roofs. Our family now own a large construction bussiness. Everyone has to make a living.
The fact is, things could be changed to be less damaging.
You are just choosing to look the other way because you are selfish and are lacking in compassion towards these women, so at least admit to that and not say that these are things we "have" to do.
Also, not everyone wears high heels and gets manicures--they look silly to me.
That may have worked out for your parents now, but honestly, immigrants shouldn't have to break their backs and earn below what Canadians make.
Like, you're going to tell me that, were the option there, your parents wouldn't have preferred working hard AND getting paid fairly?
Are they lower than Canadians? Do they mean less?
Then why should they have gotten paid low wages?
the salons listed above offer way more in terms of quality and service than the higher end places without the attitude and i'd rather give them my money.
i've established great relationships with some of the staff at urban nail and they don't appear to me to be mistreated.
it's not a high paying job, but then again, neither is working at chapters, and at least they get tips.
I have tried most of these places and they do stand out from the rest. My favourites are URBAN NAILS, NAILSENSE and COZY NAIS. They are always busy even in the winter.
It's not that I don't care, it's that I want to care about things that actually happen. And just a tip from someone who has worked in advocacy and development for years: the shrill, holier-than-thou tone doesn't make anyone take you seriously.
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This is just a warning, if you don't believe it Google Foot Infections... you'll see.