Where to get my nails done?

I started getting professional manicures about 4 years ago. When I scheduled my first one, I just took pot luck on the nail tech that I got. On that first visit, when she started the manicure, I explained to her that I was a cd, and was looking to improve the appearance of my nails. She thanked me for telling her, as, she would have automatically trimmed them very short. I get clear lacquer put on my fingernails and get them done every 2-3 weeks.

After about 4 manicures, my tech asked if I had ever had a pedicure. My response was, "no" Her response was, "You need to schedule your first one". So, that day I scheduled my first pedicure. She scheduled me as her last appointment of the day as that was the first one she had free. As she had said, I very much enjoyed it. So relaxing. It was my tech who recommended that I get polish on my nails. I now get a pedicure once a month and have worn polish constantly ever since.

My next appointment is this Thursday.

Jodi

If you want your nails done, just call and book an apointment. Mention that you would like to get your toes done, also. You get treated great and you will feel
good the rest of the day. I have had mine done several times, and the girl wants to do my toes again, as she liked the color I had her paint them last time.

Jamie,

I understand completely what you're saying, but basically, this issue is larger than the painting of nails. Most of us fall into two camps:

1. Pick your battles
2. Stir sh!t up

I don't know StacyN., and don't want to guess which ideology she applies to, but Jamie, just remember, that Stonewall-leading attitude you have (good for you BTW) isn't best for everyone. Our society would decend into chaos if everyone cried "foul" at every single perceived injustice done to them. If it's your thing (as it is mine on certain issues), write your congressman/woman, figure out PR, and inspire.

Cheers,

Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions.

I found a spa, not far away, that offers services for men and women. They use a private suite for their nail treatments and in about 90 minutes I can have a mani and pedi done together.

I emailed the owner and first off explained that I'm a guy loking to get my nails done and I want colored nail polish. There doesn't seem to be a problem.

For my first experience I wanted to avoid the strip mall places. This spa is a bit on the higher end and isn't cheap but I figure that I deserve it. Don't we all deserve to treat ourselves once in a while.

Now the big question ... what to wear?

Thanks again for your input

Stacy