THE PERFECTIONISTA PEDICURIST - FINALLY!

I've been trying folks. Really I have. Looking for a pedicure that means something...and well, I've found it...

And by accident too.

I was at Byron and Tracey Salon getting the fab Brazilian protein straightening treatment from Dani Hernandez , colorist to the stars (...and me) when I noticed a little table nearby decorated with the most beautiful, exotic glass bottles. It resembled a pedicure ensemble but was so exquisite I wasn't sure what it was. Then an equally stunning woman walked out carrying a giant tub of hot milk and placed it on the floor beside it. A beautiful blond, hair in foils, slumped into a divine, deep velvet club chair and placed her feet in the deepest tub I've ever seen...And Ms. BALI JAMES  got to work. 

I was staring, mesmerized. Thank god the woman was deep into her Blackberry as I went in for the kill, attacking the pedicurist with a million questions. Who are you?! (Bali) What is that? (uh, manicure and pedicure) How long have you been here?! (Two months). I WANT ONE!!!

Just at that moment, I got a call that the public school where I was teaching art to 2nd through 5th graders had to cut the budget and the art teacher had to go. I was devastated as I so loved teaching those kids. Dani felt so bad, he treated me to a pedicure with Bali.

Way to turn things around. I have honestly never had someone tend to my feet the way Bali did. In fact that is why I cannot bring myself to even write about the 'greatest cheapie mani-pedi' because to tell you the truth, they all suck!

There was the milk bath, the fresh sea salt scrub, the brushes being dipped into different solutions in different vintage glass bottles. It was total elegance. Bali told me about her years as a decorative artist and how she was going for her degree in Art Therapy. I knew I was in the hands of an artiste. 

Then the colors. She had colors that no one has. She went away and arrived with a silver tray with 5 colors she had chosen for me. I zoomed in on a Laura Mercier Caviar Dreams, that of course was not only out of stock, Bali told me she had to beg to get the last sample in the store. She applied the color to perfection and a week later it still looks brand new.

Now, this is not a cheapie. It's the real thing. When you are ready to take your pedi to the next level, Bali is your woman...Next I'll try the mani!

9294 Civic Center Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 276-4470

This is to inform you that Bali has now taken up residence at The Byron & Tracey Salon in Beverly Hills.

Here you will find her signature comprehensive hand and feet treatments that strive for excellence whilst adhering to the concept that indulgence is paramount.

Pedicures are performed in a traditional ritualistic manner. Water is infused with milk, Epsom salts and essentials oils. Feet are scrubbed with oils and sea salt, along with a vigorous, soothing massage to round up the treatment. Do not worry about making the wrong color choice, this being her area of expertise being that she is an artist and consulted purely on colour for many years.

Hands are given the same care and cuticles are never cut. For a manicure to last Bali suggests that it really lies in the preparation of the nail plate before painting. 

THE MANICURE

For the Pampered Few 

A thorough grooming of the nail is followed by a soothing warm soak.

Using only the choicest ingredients hands are then exfoliated and revitalized with a delicate scrub, followed by a deluxe hydrating/moisturizing masque. Further unwind when hands are then nourished and stimulated with the aid of  heated mits, The anticipated elbow to fingertip massage follows,  and the treatment concludes with an expert application of  polish.

$65 1 hr

The DEMI MANICURE

When time is of the essence,  a thorough grooming of the nail is followed by a warm soak. Enjoy an invigorating hand massage completed by an expert polish application.

$30   30 min

POLISH CHANGE $12

FRENCH POLISH   an additional $10 (hands)  $15 (feet)

THE PEDICURE

For the Pampered Few

There is no rushing The Pedicure. St back, relax and prepare to be thoroughly indulged. To begin, feet are immersed in the aromatic warm soak, followed by a comprehensive grooming of the nail.  Using only the choicest ingredients feet are then exfoliated and a masque is then applied.  Relax……

A hot towel application promotes re hydration and stimulation completed by the anticipated massage, caring for your knees to the very soul of your feet.

Treatment concludes with an expert application of polish.

Go forth and strut.

$85   1hr 15 min approx

THE DEMI PEDICURE

When time is of the essence, enjoy a calming warm soak followed by a thorough grooming of the nail. Using a sugar scrub soles are polished to a gleam, followed by an invigorating massage to stimulate and soothe ones overworked feet.  An expert application of polish adds a touch of glamour and completes the service.

$45   45 min approx

GENTLEMEN

Naturally all services are for both the male and female, where the gentleman does not desire polish nails shall be buffed to a shine.