Wondering where to find the best nail salons near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best high-end nail salons in Saint Paul, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Gem Salon and Spa
Topping the list is Gem Salon and Spa. Located at 526 Selby Ave. in Summit-University, the hair salon, nail salon and skin care spot is the highest-rated high-end nail salon in Saint Paul, boasting 4.5 stars out of 31 reviews on Yelp. According to the website, services include manicures, pedicures and facials.
We looked there to learn more about Gem Salon and Spa.
"Gem Salon and Spa opened in 2015 with owner Molly Black wanting [to] offer top-level service and atmosphere at this historic location on Selby Avenue," the business explains in the history section of its Yelp profile.
Interested so far?
"Molly has over 20 years of experience at some of the Twin Cities finest hair salons," according to the bio section of the business's Yelp profile. "Outside of the brick and mortar walls of the salon, her creative pursuits continue with weddings and special events as well as magazine and editorial work. Molly is striving to [redefine] what it means to be beautiful and to find the style that best reflects who you are: authentic, unique and beautiful."
As to what the business is known for, "We are a full-service salon in Saint Paul's Crocus Hill neighborhood," it writes on Yelp in the section about specialties. "We carry Bumble and Bumble, Oribe and R & Co. hair care products as well as Dermalogica skincare. We have a wide variety of stylists with beginning to advanced experience."
2. Juut Salon Spa
Next up is Summit Hill's Juut Salon Spa, situated at 857 Grand Ave. It's a member of the national chain. With four stars out of 57 reviews on Yelp, the hair salon, day spa and nail salon has proven to be a local favorite for those looking to indulge. Services include gel polish manicures,
Yelper Koolsee X., who reviewed Juut Salon Spa on June 20, wrote, "I came here to get a full balayage and haircut done. Jade was the colorist and Taya cut my hair. They were both so cute and friendly. I felt welcomed and relaxed the whole time. They did such a great job on my hair and I'll definitely be coming back here."
3. Estetica Salon
Summit-University's Estetica Salon, located at 165 Western Ave. North, Blair Arcade Building, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the fancy nail salon, hair salon and skin care spot four stars out of 29 reviews.
The site has lots more information on Estetica Salon.
"Estetica is located in the historic Blair Arcade building of the Cathedral Hill District in St. Paul, Minnesota," the business says in the history section of its Yelp profile. "A multilevel salon and spa, rich in aesthetics from the exposed brick and rich woodwork to the vibrant mix of modern color along with the classic Aveda experience. With over 7,000 square feet of working space, consisting of 20 styling chairs, five treatment rooms and an exquisite private nail spa, Estetica is designed to give you a memorable experience."
As to what the business is known for, "We are an extremely kind, professional team excited to share our passion, experience and knowledge with both our guests and each other to create an atmosphere of positive energy, relaxation and beauty," it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.
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