There¹s something about the sheer
extravagance of someone else sorting out your cracked heels, ragged
toenails, worn out and - frankly - ugly feet that makes the world feel
right again. And lads? We mean you, too.
So the question is: where to go? UJ has the rundown on five very different
pedicure experiences:
Panakeia
44 Pimlico Road, SW1W 8LP, 020 7730 9977
What: The neighbourhood jewel
UJ Loves: The calm atmosphere, the high-precision
painting, the proximity to The Daylesford Café. Need we say more?
USP: All pampering, no shortcuts
What they say: "Panakeia is dedicated
to people's uniqueness and well-being, providing holistic treatments
in a nourishing and comforting environment"
What we say: The chair could be every
so slightly more comfortable, but really this is one hour of absolute
heaven
Cost (standard): £35
Verdict: The best a girl can get
Classic
Nails
26 Inverness Street NW1 7HJ - 020 7485 3054
What: The no-frills pedicure
UJ Loves: The no-talk and all-action attention
given to our slovenly soles. A standard pedi equals about 30 mins of
razoring, scrubbing and sloughing
USP: Cheap, cheap, cheap
What they say: Not a lot
What we say: A no-frills gig. The décor
is zero, but the facilities are clean and the tools are new for each
customer
Cost (standard): £20
Verdict: Risky Business - It's Camden
Town people
Aveda
174 High Holborn, WC1 7AA
What: The brand-name one
UJ Loves: Just stepping in to Aveda makes
us feel like we're getting ready for a night out
USP: Pamper your feet with the some of
the best products in the world
What they say: "Aveda Lifestyle Salon
and Spa is the premier location to fully experience the Aveda brand
in its entirety."
What we say: Not exactly relaxing (the
assembly line kind of threw us as did the pumping tunes) but certainly
feels and looks good
Cost (standard): £30
Verdict: Great price and service
Refinery
3 London locations: Brook Street W1K, Knightsbridge SW1X, Bishopsgate
EC2N
What: Let's hear it for the boys
UJ Loves: Upping the anti on male grooming?
What's not to love?
USP: London's one-stop Grooming Emporium
for men
What they say: "The average person
takes 18,000 steps a day - The Refinery pedicure will leave your feet
feeling refreshed and revitalised"
What we say: We're a bit jealous
Cost (executive): £60
Verdict: Is this the place to pull?
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