An Underground Guide to AlburquerqueEssence Spa & Nails
Posted on March 27, 2012
If you’ve ever had your nails done before, it was probably in a shop like Essence: mostly Vietnamese ladies massaging feet and hands, painting on lacquer and waxing off hair in a back room. Essence is cleaner than many and slightly pricier than some. But what really sets it apart is the kiddie chairs. Continue Reading
The Back Porch Day Spa
Posted on March 7, 2012
Whereas Betty’s is like a zen monastery of minimalism, the Back Porch is more like an escape to the country estate of your Great Aunt Ethel. It’s comfortable, dark, quiet, full of old books and Victorian knick-knacks, and they ply you with tea and cookies. Continue Reading
Betty’s Bath and Day Spa
Posted on December 13, 2011
Betty’s is Albuquerque’s answer to 10,000 Waves, with lower-priced options for that Spa Day you and your loved ones deserve. True, their prices aren’t bottom-of-the-barrel, but in the spa world, sometimes you get what you pay for. Betty’s provides excellent quality spa services at rather reasonable prices, considering how nice the place is.
Andrew Scott Salon
Posted on August 22, 2011
Andrew Scott has been cutting hair for 30 years. You won’t believe that when you meet him, though — his young spirit definitely belies his wisdom and experience. He’s also the only hair stylist we’ve ever come across in this town whose ringtone is the NFL Monday Night Football theme. (Just imagine hearing this every time your hair stylist gets a text message. It’s hilarious.) Continue Reading
Lord & Lynn Salon
Posted on March 9, 2011
Woman-owned and -operated. Always trust the stylist who isn’t afraid to try it on herself — be it nails, hair color, or a wacky cut. Tracy Lynn and her staff will make you feel great about your hair, man or woman. Adorable answering machine message. If you speak Harley, talk to Tracy, immediately.
L&M Master Cutters
Posted on March 9, 2011
Where Mark Pardo got his start. Lurie and Max were cutting hair with Mark’s father at Pardo’s when Mark joined in. Later, when Mark opened Pardo’s Salon, Lurie and Max remained, changing the name to L&M. The place is unpretentious, and most of the magazines are current. Continue Reading
Chez d’Or Salon & Skin Spa
Posted on March 9, 2011
Michelle runs a tight ship.
Featuring some of the most talked-about stylists in the Duke City, several of whom have worked on a number of films shot in town. Fantastic service, last-minute stylin’, and height-of-chic environs make for a glamorous salon experience.
Casa Verde Salon and Spa
Posted on March 9, 2011
Casa Verde is no exception to the Aveda upscale. All-natural hair, make-up, and spa products coupled with friendly, knowledgeable, and fun specialists make it worth the trip. True, a cut and color may run top-dollar, but their stylists are proof of worth. Also, you won’t ever have a problem with foot fungus after a mani-pedi. Special bonus: one of the few Aveda salons in town not of the Mark Pardo conglomerate.
Ace Barber Shop
Posted on March 9, 2011
Everyone‘s barber shop, from skaters to noggin-nodders to lawyers. A sweet set of turntables by the door, invariably spinning something dope; hip, modestly-priced art on the walls; and of course, a staff of very capable, very friendly barbers. They’ll get you a cup of water, maybe the latest issue of Wax Poetics while you wait. Continue Reading
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