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MAN-icure
updated: Jun 03, 2012, 8:55 AM

Where's the best place for men to get manicures and/or pedicures? I'm looking for my fiance and our male attendants for our wedding. Thanks!


Places People Are Talking About:

Aqua Nail BarBest NailsCharming Nails
Harry's Plaza CafeModern NailsSanta Barbara Nails

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 COMMENT 284838 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 09:11 AM

Run, Forrest, run!!

 

 COMMENT 284843 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 09:22 AM

Never allow a bride to blow money like this or she'll get used to it.

 

 COMMENT 284847 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 09:27 AM

Kim's nails in goleta between the Vons and CVS at turnpike is a male friendly, sanitary, and friendly place to do. The women can go there too...

 

 COMMENT 284856P agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 09:46 AM

I'm female. I had my nails done before my wedding (20 years ago) at a nail salon ONCE. I will never waste my money like that again. Do your own nails. You'll get a better job, quicker, for a LOT less money.

 

 COMMENT 284860P agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 10:10 AM

When you look up "First World Problem" in the dictionary, it should have this question. <:+)

 

 COMMENT 284861P agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 10:17 AM

Manicures and Pedicures....Go to a place where the technicians know the English words "ouch" and "too hot".

I have literally had the skin on my feet scalded by well-meaning "nail artists" who are new and need to improve thier English.

 

 COMMENT 284865 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 10:27 AM

Suggest you treat them to one of two places near K-Mart in Goleta. Lotus Flower Foot Massage (they help long time) and the place two doors down between the liquor store and Mexican restaurant Ankle Pain Clinic (they help long time). The guys will love it and their feet and hand will "Feel Great!" (like Tony the Tiger would say).

 

 COMMENT 284866 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 10:32 AM

Linda at Best Nails - 3000 block of State next to Domino's
Family owned and sanitary
I've been going there for 7 years and am very happy with all of her staff

 

 COMMENT 284876 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 11:15 AM

When people say there are no jobs in this town, just look at the success rates of manicure shops all over this town -- mainly Vietnamese immigrants who get their state cosmetology license, are willing work with their hands, have a great hard work ethic, and be customer-service oriented.

These small business entrepreneurs create jobs and don't expect them to be given to them. And find a way to live in Santa Barbara. Let them be a lesson to all who come here and complain they can't afford Santa Barbara.

 

 COMMENT 284896 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 12:34 PM

Go to Modern nails. They will trim them, neaten up the cuticles and buff the nail. There are men that enjoy having their nails done, it doesn't mean that they will get polished!

 

 COMMENT 284965 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 07:41 PM

I suggest Harry's Plaza Cafe. They don't do nails there. But I'm sure they can invent a drink for the lads called The Man-I-Cure.

 

 COMMENT 284976 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-03 08:13 PM

Really, the bride is deciding where the groomsmen go for a manicure?? Run, Forest, run is right!!!

 

 COMMENT 285033P agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 07:23 AM

I had a mani/pedi at Aqua Nailbar before my wedding and was not traumatized. I am a hetero-male. (can't believe I have to hyphenate that now ;)
Aqua is a nice, clean shop on mid-State Street, great service.
Highly recommend!

 

 COMMENT 285035 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 07:30 AM

if ever the writing was on the wall...

 

 PROGRESS agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 07:54 AM

I often see men receiving pedis at Today's Nails...usually businessmen who seem to spend most of their time on their cell phones.

 

 COMMENT 285050 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 08:03 AM

Dear Edhat Contributors, as the Original Poster I am disappointed but entirely not surprised by the mostly sexist and completely deconstructive comments. You guys are awesome!

 

 COMMENT 285064 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 08:36 AM

Wait.... you looking for a mani-cure or a man-i-cure? One is for hands the other for .... you know, the rest of him.

 

 COMMENT 285065 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 08:41 AM

I agree with the OP.. give me a break. Very uncalled for and judgemental comments. I also agree that modern nails does a fine job. Call ahead and make a reservation. I like Helen a lot. and 064.. I think you mean Man-scaping.

 

 COMMENT 285067 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 08:45 AM

Aqua Nail Bar on State st. Great service, friendly staff!
687-8483

 

 TWOBITS agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 08:52 AM

I agree with 860P.

 

 AGENTSME agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 09:26 AM

Charming Nails on the Mesa does great Manicures and Pedicures and their salon is nice and clean.

 

 COMMENT 285107 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 10:08 AM

OP - Are you marrying a REAL man? Because a REAL man would NEVER be caught dead in a nail salon getting a mani/pedi.

 

 COMMENT 285113 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 10:26 AM

Go to Aqua Nail bar, the best place in town. 687-8483.

 

 COMMENT 285155 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 12:28 PM

The nail place near Zodo's is my place of choice - they are great in there - very clean and efficient. I've seen quite a few men in there getting manicures - good luck in your search. It's a great idea :)

 

 COMMENT 285180 agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 01:50 PM

They should be getting nailed at a bar! Period!

 

 ARCHIE agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 06:14 PM

I go to Santa Barbara Nails. Last time, a man was getting a manicure and pedicure in the chair next to me. I actually think, outside of appearance, it's a healthy thing to do.

 

 LEAHKING agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 07:11 PM

look up indulgence the home spa on the web/ caroline's wonderful crew can come to whatever location the guys want to hang out at, probably not harry's though, and have their treatments in private while indulging in libations or whatever at the same time. manicures and pedicures are a relaxing treat for males and females alike.

 

 COMMENT 285305P agree helpful negative off topic

2012-06-04 10:27 PM

OP- maybe there's more than one reason I'm still single, but still alive. The callouses on my fingers and hands are actually vital in preventing wood and metal splinters and assorted gross bacteria from getting in past the first few layers of skin. They also create a better insulator against electricity which even relatively low voltages can kill you. Soft skin is a poor insulator.

Until I retire (if I ever do) I will not get a manicure or pedicure and I will use hand lotion only when necessary to help heal the splits in my fingers.

If your other-half-to-be works in the trades all day, please don't force this upon him.

 

 

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