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Essentials Salon

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4.9
(84 reviews)
Review highlights

"… that she could get me in. Small quaint salon with BIG personality! The owner is incredibly nice and the Pedicure was EXCELLENT! Would definitely return if I am back …"

"The atmosphere and the service is superb."

"Affordable price points with a personal touch that is unique in Columbia."


Overview

Categories

Nail salon, Beauty salon


Hours

Sunday

Closed

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 7:00 PM


Reviews

Sep 06, 2024

Great nail salon ! Owner is so sweet ! Will definitely be back!


Jul 06, 2024

Phenomenal pedicure! The owner is so nice and sweet, highly recommend!!!


May 06, 2024

I can’t express enough how happy and grateful I am to Arlenis, she fixed up a mess that I have done to my nails in another place and turned it into something amazing. You guys saved my engagement pictures! I recommend this place 100 %, She and her team are passionate about what they do, she understands and respects what you want and treats you the best way. I will surely follow this woman wherever she goes!


May 06, 2024

I love this place! Arlenis and her beautiful team are the real deal. I had a pedicure, scrub, gel detox, file, and buff. I don't get polish, but my toenails are still shining from the buff 7 days later. Essentials Salon did NOT disappoint! I will be back and bringing all my friends/family. Definitely a great addition to my Self-care Routine.


Apr 06, 2024

Atención VIP! La dedicación y la atención por su propia dueña hace la diferencia. Me encanta su trabajo, higiene y perfección son las palabras que vienen a mi mente. La recomiendo altamente.


Apr 06, 2024

Excelente servicio, muy profesional, Hijiene al 100% la recomiendo ampliamente el ambiente super agradable importante trabaja con productos de calidad. 💥


Apr 06, 2024

Great enviornment and great service


Apr 06, 2024

I love going to Arlenis! I was extra excited to try her new chairs. Beautiful upgrade! She goes above and beyond to take care of me.


Apr 06, 2024

The was the best experience ever!!! My feet never felt so good. Arlenis is amazing!!! Good nail care. Will come back again and again


Mar 06, 2024

Arlenis was the BEST! She really cares about the quality of her work and I felt like a QUEEN after getting my nails done by her! She was so personable, too. Offered me wine and we had a girl’s chat. My time here at the salon felt so fun and when i am in town again I will always book with this salon! She gave me a hand massage along with cleaning my cuticles, and it was done so well! I would trust this business with my LIFE when it comes to nails. 10/10 would recommend.


Mar 06, 2024

When I come home to Columbia, SC from Charlotte, NC, I have to visit Arlenis at Essentials Salon to get a manicure and pedicure. She is amazing!!! She is an absolute treasure with a great location right on Main Street in Columbia, SC!


Feb 06, 2024

Came to Columbia for a quick visit. Was in a rush, when I got to Columbia I needed a Pedicure at 5:30 on a Friday - I knew it was a long shot. Saw Essentials reviews, called and the owner said that she could get me in. Small quaint salon with BIG personality! The owner is incredibly nice and the Pedicure was EXCELLENT! Would definitely return if I am back in Columbia anytime! Such a nice experience and the owner makes you feel so welcoming! Highly recommend!


Feb 06, 2024

Love 💕 It Always... Excellent job and Great Atmosphere!!!


Feb 06, 2024

Only place I go when in Columbia SC…small cozy place, so friendly and the best pedicure enjoyed with a nice relaxing glass of wine!


Feb 06, 2024

This is my first time being there and she is excellent, and such relaxing atmosphere


Feb 06, 2024

Wonderful service Got my nails done for prom they did an amazing job 👍 20/10


Feb 06, 2024

Amazing service and experience. Affordable price points with a personal touch that is unique in Columbia. Arlenis is wonderful and accommodates any request.


Feb 06, 2024

Arlene is like a fairy godmother! I called to see if she had time to *squeeze* me in between appointments. She not only has time to do a mani/pedi, she told me to get ready for an event in her upstairs loft. Glass of wine included!!! I can't thank her enough for giving me a safe space to have self-care. I will definitely be back!!! Thank you Arlene! 🥹


Feb 06, 2024

Arlenis is the best; I trust no other to touch my nails! Her pedicures are everything & she knows a lot about nail health-she alerted me of my high blood pressure by the way my nails looked. I could not ask for a better nail salon!


Feb 06, 2024

Essentials is one of the best shops in Columbia. The atmosphere and the service is superb. I look forward to all appointments.


Feb 06, 2024

I’ve been coming to this salon for almost ten years now and I’ve never had a complaint! The atmosphere is peaceful and I never feel rushed. This salon is intentional about making sure your nail health is always the priority.


Feb 06, 2024

Welcoming experience, with attention to detail. Clean and professional and wonderful time.


Feb 06, 2023

Arlenis is the absolute best! She pays attention to detail so well and always maintains the absolute CLEANEST salon I’ve ever been to. Highly recommend to anyone


Feb 06, 2023

Awesome experience & very family oriented!!! Love, love love it!! Will definitely be returning!!!


Feb 06, 2023

Awesome service! Love the enviromment and the service is the best I've ever had. Services are prompt and nail tech is extremely thorough. I cant say enough great things about this nail salon! This is a 10 star review for me 😊


Feb 06, 2023

Excellent service!


Feb 06, 2023

Great place! The owner is friendly and great at what she does. The atmosphere is relaxing too. Will definitely be back.


Feb 06, 2023

I was skeptical about getting my feet done only because I'm very ticklish, however the owner Mrs. Arlenis did such an amazing job and had me at ease the entire time. She's also very funny and personable. If you are ever in South Carolina, this is the only salon you should visit. I will recommend anyone to visit this establishment if they want the BEST manicure and pedicure ever!!!


Feb 06, 2023

Just enjoyed a mani/pedi with Ms. Arlenis! Service was above and beyond, and she made me feel at home. My nails look beautiful and my skin feels great; in addition to the funny and heart warming conversation. What a wonderful way to start the day! I highly recommend!


Feb 06, 2023

Love Mrs. Arlenes she really knows what she is doing. My Manicure and Pedicure are always perfect. She is so professional and extremely clean.


Feb 06, 2023

The owner is wonderful, and the pedicure was pristine! Next time I'm in town, I will definitely be back!


Feb 06, 2023

The sweetest lady and great service and excellent at what she does. I love that it is small, intimate and very comfortable. She will continue to have my service.


Feb 06, 2023

Went in for a pedicure. There were two men sitting in chairs drinking coronas and the lady who was sitting down asked what service did I want. I stated a pedicure and she said that she was unavailable and try another time. All three of them were just sitting down and did not want to service me.


Feb 06, 2022

Great customer service and professional!


Feb 06, 2022

I got my nails and a pedicure here and they did a great job and were very quick ! They did a great massage and I loved the products they used for the pedicure left my feet and skin feeling soooo smooth!!!