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Alma Natural Quick Spa
Categories: Beauty and Spas Nail Salons Beauty and Spas Hair Removal Nail Salons, Hair Removal [Edit]
2105 Yonge StToronto, ON M4S 2A4
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant and Davisville
(416) 546-7462
- Hours:
Mon, Wed-Fri 11 am - 7 pm
Sat 10 am - 6 pm
Sun 11 am - 5 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
4 reviews for Alma Natural Quick Spa
4 reviews in English
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Review from Carrie G.
Toronto, ON
12/25/2011
This place is really the best. These ladies know what they're doing. The space itself is beautiful and calm, with really comfy pedicure chairs. They have soft heated neck pad things, and tea, and while your nails are drying they offer you a quick (and complimentary!) shoulder massage. Don't turn it down -- it's divine.
I took my mom there for the holiday special mani/pedi, which was even more reasonably priced than it already would've been on any other day. (I say I took her, but I just found the place and made the appointments; she paid. Ahahaha muahahaha the joys of coming home for the holidays.) The mani-pedi takes about an hour, maybe a little less or a little more depending.
My mom's nails were a wreck, and her hands were killing her from all the holiday cooking & washing of dishes. She was convinced a manicure would be wasted on her. IT WAS NOT. She was the happiest camper ever, plus she is largely opposed to bright colors and they managed to talk her into a gorgeous deep red for her toes which she of course was ultimately delighted by. She got her hands shea-buttered, her nails oiled, everything clipped and filed and buffed into beauty and health and relaxation.
They have a mid-sized range of nail colors, from two different lines. One is water-based, and can actually improve the health of your nails over time; the other isn't necessarily beneficial but certainly won't do the damage that other polishes do. No acrylics offered here, and definitely no "shellack," so if that's what you're looking for, stay away. OR do yourself a favor and come here instead. You'll leave relaxed with tips on vitamins and nails you won't have to soak in paint-thinner or get professionally removed with a drill.
I could say more, but this review is already kind of ridiculously long, so I'll cut myself off here. We are now dedicated followers. Come here! Keep this place alive and kickin!
Oh, and one last thing -- it's actually located just a tiny bit south of Yonge & Eglinton. If you get off the subway at Eglinton, or park in one of those handy lots, it's like a five minute walk down Yonge.
Yes. Resounding yes! -
Review from Andrea R.
Toronto, ON
9/25/2011
I moved to Toronto a little over a month ago, and my eyebrows were in need of some TLC. I was just strolling along Yonge Street today when I found Alma, and I decided to pop in to see if they could fit me in this afternoon. The woman at the front desk (maybe the owner?) was an absolute sweetheart, and set me up with an appointment just an hour later. Kim did my eyebrows, and she was fantastic. She was very precise, but also got the job done quickly and as painlessly as I've ever had. I haven't looked at prices of other salons, but for $17, I was more than happy with the value for the money.
The salon environment is so clean and fresh, and I felt immediately relaxed when I walked in. I'm sad that they don't offer hair services (yet), as I'm still looking for a great stylist in T.O., but I'll definitely go back to Alma for a nail service or a massage session. Overall, a great experience. -
Review from Kat T.
9/21/2011 3 photos
Alma is a like a quick nail salon- pop in for a 15 minute massage, facial, or a full manicure and/or pedicure. But, unlike the salons where all the aestheticians have to wear face masks to keep their lungs safe, the products here are all natural. Seriously, if you think about it, every little bit helps, right?
I just watched this movie at the TIFF about how breast cancer's Pink Ribbon (Pink Ribbon, Inc.) has been co-opted by a bunch of companies that might actually be contributing the the breast cancer epidemic. Beauty products we use everyday have known carcinogens. Argh! So, I've searching for safe, nontoxic products on Skin Deep's website. But, there is nothing in Canada, until now.
I just walked in for a lip-plumping facial and walked out relaxed. Wed is wine night after all- Ahhhh!
Tea is also served/sold. Candles smell amazing, as does the lip polish and most of it is made in-house with no harmful ingredients. I'll be back in my new favorite 'hood. -
Review from Alex J.
Toronto, ON
10/21/2011
Very positive experience. Very friendly staff, very professional treatment. I as a man want to be treated accordingly - and they do that and offer specific Man-Spa services. Will come back!
Specialties
Alma specializes in convenient services using exclusively natural and organic products. Service menu includes: natural nail, hand, & feet services; waxing/threading; short massage and face services. We also have a selection of retail products and a tea boutique featuring our favorite blends of Steeped and Infused teas to stay or go.
History
Established in 2011
The concept for Alma was developed while owner, Katie Grennan, was living in New York City. Life was hectic. She was trying to juggle her busy career and intense MBA program while also, like many women, trying to balance her marriage, personal, and social life. It was important to Katie to make time for a bi-weekly pedicure at her neighborhood nail salon. That was her 45-minute oasis where she could relax, decompress, and feel fabulous. She loved the convenience and familiarity of the neighborhood salon where the staff knew her well. Yet she knew that her neighborhood salon left a lot to be desired - questionable cleanliness, harsh fumes, and a mediocre atmosphere.
Katie realized that there could be a way to provide everyone their 45-minute oasis in a way that was safe, non-toxic, relaxing, unpretentious, and fun, with great customer service. She has now brought this little oasis called Alma to Toronto.
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