Dashing Diva

After reading about the hip new franchise from New York, I was excited that a Dashing Diva was coming to Pasadena. After reading some good reviews, and ignoring the bad ones (big mistake) I booked an appointment for a Spoiled Diva Mani. I did not mind the higher price since this was supposed to be a classy and clean nail shop. When I arrived, I was not offered any drink, water, or "how are you today." Simply "pick your color." Then I sat at the manicure stations that are quite run down and dirty already (didnt they just open?). I tried to ask the manicurist a question about my service only to find that she did not understand any English. She went on to exfoliate my arm as she texted on her cell phone with her free arm. Then came time for the massage and I mean literally "time." She brought out a timer and set it for "six minutes." and aimlessly rubbed my arms and hands with no intent except to do so until the timer went off. How tacky and most not a Spoiled Diva experience! Pros: They tried Cons: They only tried more

I was tentative at first because I was scared off by their prices. However, I decided to give them a try this week and I was very pleased. Their basic mani/pedi combo was only $36 which is very reasonable for what you actually get. The basic pedicure included a sugar scrub, callus removal, hot towel, and massage. Keeping in mind that they "go the extra mile" with their sanitation practices I have already recommended this place to all my friends and family. Pros: Same technician does both your manicure and pedicure. Cons: Hard to find parking sometimes. more

I finally got to use the gift certificate I received for Mother's Day this year. And wow was I impressed. The mani/pedi was top-notch and my nail lady was just too cute. I will definitely be back. Hopefully for one of their Girls Night Outs! Pros: Near my place. Cons: I wish I could get a pedicure on a daily basis! more

I had the day off today and I wanted to treat myself to a great mani. So I called dashing divas and I thought humm the receptionist must being having a bad day because he was not friendly. When I arrived to dashing divas I was not greeted I was just told to pick my color. OK it's got to get better than this! Well it didn't I couldn't wait to leave this place. As I was waiting for nails to dry I saw a employee using her cell phone as she was working on a client . I guess if you want a below average service then this would be the place for you. more

I was a first time, and certainly not last time customer at this salon last week. I had my 5 year old daughter with me so I didn't expect it to be the most relaxing experience. To my surprise, the great staff kept my little one occupied with coloring books and by letting her watch tv to allow me to fully enjoy my manicure and pedicure. The music is very relaxing and to be honest, it felt like a spa treatment minus the "hotel spa" prices which are ridiculous. Yes the prices are higher than your average chop shop but $36 for a nice mani/pedi isn't something to complain about. Pros: Great Staff more

This weekend I made the trip all the way from Paramount to Pasadena. I usually don't make it out there too often but since I was given a gift certificate to this salon I didn't want it to go to waste. I thought the place was pretty cute (modern with pink and white accents). I had a lunch date with some girlfriends so I asked for my manicure and pedicure to be done at the same time and they were totally accommodating. I was out of there in about 40 minutes including drying time and I must admit it was worth the trip. Of course, it won't be a weekly thing but it'll definitely be something I'll try to fit in if I'm in the area. Pros: Service & Cleanliness Cons: Didn't realize they validated for the lot behind them. more

After some researching, I decided to treat my mom to a manicure pedicure at this establishment because that is just what she loves to do. I was a bit nervous because I had never tried them out myself but the place looked nice and clean so I just gave it a try. First of all, my mom left the place feeling like a true DIVA! They served her complimentary cosmos during her service and even complimentary wax dip for her hands! The staff was amazing at accomodating us and we had so much fun in their "VIP Room". I hope my mom returns the favor for my birthday but I have a feeling I'll be making it in before that day! Pros: Staff, VIP Room!, Cosmos were delicious Cons: It's not my birthday yet! more

I went to Dashing Diva after walking by several times and with a recomendation from a friend. After deciding to just get the "basic" manicure and pedicure, I realized very early that I was going to be upset and annoyed. the stiff seating for the pedicure not only did NOT relax me, but made me more tense. The pedicurist was below par and didn't feel the higher price i paid for the pedicure was worth it at all. The whole time, i kept thinking why don't they do the manicure and pedicure at the same time so i don't waste so much time sitting here!??! in the end, my nails didn't look that great but i was so irritated that i left without saying anything because i just wanted to get OUTTA there! the atmosphere, although cool at first ,gets old after 5 minutes of everything pink and red. the tools the lady used was albeit sanitary, but, so old and used it was creaking! never again will i set foot there again. it was a complete waste of time and money and don't think it was anything better than the less fancier nail places in pasadena. i DO NOT recommend coming here unless you just want to waste some time and chat with the non friendly staff. (i don't think the lady said one word to me besides "what color"). unfriendly, overpriced, stiff, and uncomfortable. no thanks! Pros: pink & red- way girly Cons: unfriendly,overpriced, qualtiy is below par, too hard to find parking more

TOTAL waste of money! 40 dollars for the basic mani/pedi would tell you that you will walk out with the best mani/pedi ever right? WRONG! not only is this pepto bismal decorated place a total hoax, but a totally horribly waste of money. My nails didn't look much better than the 15 dollar mani/pedi down the street! i even watched them NOT sanitize the foot sink which they claim they do! what a hoax. AND- if you call using rusty tools "sanitary" than i don't know what their standards are! if your looking to pay for an overpriced mani/pedi, this is the place for you. also, don't try and take advantage of the 90 mins free parking because it took 2 hours for this horrible experience. 40 dollars and you have to pay for parking?!??! BLASPHEMOUS!!!!! Pros: atmosphere is nice Cons: total hoax and waste of money more

My mom and I heard about Dashing Diva opening their first west coast location so we trekked over to Pasadena from the westside and it was totally worth the trip. The salon was spotless and the services were just plain awesome. They have their own brand of polishes and I was told they were from the same manufacturer as Chanel! Color selection was great and you can really tell the quality difference from OPI and the other brands you can find everywhere else. We made it in on a Tuesday and we got the Off Peak special so the prices were surprisingly fair for what you get. Pros: Service, Selection of Polishes, Parking Cons: Too far from where I live! more

I finally got a chance to go by this place I've been monitoring since they began construction and I am happy to say it totally lived up to the hype. The spoiled pedicure is to die for and the best part of the whole place is that you will never be nagged by technicians trying to upsell anything. You simply just choose the manicure or pedicure according to your needs and just sit back and RELAX! I just can't wait for my next appointment! more

the salon was nice. service was ok. we were there for thursday night girls night out. we got free cosmos which was nice. but the reason i liked the place was not so much the service. i expected actually better service for the money, but the virtual nails was wonderful. much better than the usual acrylics. it looks much more natural. and it's much better for you too. more

My friends and I organized a "Girls Night Out" at Dashing Diva and let me tell you it was a blast. Everything from the great music to the wonderful cosmos they serve every Thursdays and Fridays. I can't wait til another one opens up near where I live! more

So I was taken to Dashing Diva by my girlfriend who demanded I get some work done on my feet. I was a bit reluctant seeing all of the pink and the fact that the name of the place had "diva" in it. However, having made it through a Girls' Night Out, the experience was not bad at all. It was my first pedicure experience and I quite enjoyed it to be honest. Also, I was relieved to see other couples there that night. The cosmos were nice and my poor nail lady worked wonders on my feet. I can't see myself doing this every time my girlfriend comes (and believe me, she finds any excuse to come here), it's definitely something I'll return for periodically. more

I don't normally do these review type things but after getting my toes done up at Dashing Diva I had to make an exception. Their pedicure is setup like a circular bench and it's just adorable. There is just no other way to explain. I'm planning to have my birthday party here and next time their Virtual Nails are going to be must try. A lady who was sitting next to me at the "dry bar" had them done and they look so natural!! Pros: Environment, Music, Great Staff & Customer Service more

I am a licensed Aesthetician. I know a thing or two about skin care. I came here for a pedicure and a under arm wax. I normally do my own waxing but I heard such good things about this place that I felt like letting someone else do it for a change. BIG...no wait...HUGE mistake. I will start by saying, my pedicure was so, so. Not Amazing. She was sanitary. The wax, not sanitary and not done properly. "Kelly" didn't use gloves, she double dipped into the wax pot each time. I caught her too late to stop the wax. Then she used the oh, so painful and wrong, rip-towards-the-ceiling technique. She never applied pressure to my skin after ripping. Then she put baby powder on my wax covered pits. I asked her for some oil and she said "powder, much better". I was horrified. The whole time I was screaming and yelping. I told her i didn't want my other done and she told me I was "sensitive like baby" and my hair was "deep like middle easterner hair". When I got home I saw that I had a huge purple b more

I came here for a pedicure and a under arm wax. BIG...no wait...HUGE mistake. The wax, not nor was it done properly. "Kelly" didn't use gloves, she double dipped into the wax each time. I caught her too late to stop the wax. Then she used the oh, so painful and wrong, rip-towards-the-ceiling technique. She never applied pressure to my skin after ripping. Then she put baby powder on my wax covered pits. I asked her for some oil and she said "powder, much better". I was horrified. The whole time I was screaming and yelping. I told her i didn't want my other done and she told me I was "sensitive like baby" and my hair was "deep like middle easterner hair". When I got home I saw that I had a huge purple bruise under my pits and skin is missing. Pros: Ambience Cons: seemingly unskilled staff more

I've been getting mani/pedis since I was 12 years old so I sort of consider myself as an expert in this field. I was totally blown away by the experience I had at Dashing Diva this past weekend. I chose to have the Divaroma pedicure and let me tell you it was splendid! Everything from the aroma essence to the longer massage, I definitely look forward to trying their higher end pedicures the next time around. They even have a 3 day guarantee where even if you don't like th polish color you chose, they repolish you for free within 3 days! How many nail salons offer that?? more

I finally made it to Dashing Diva's weekly Girls' Night Out event and just had a blast! The music was fun and the cosmos were fantastic. The nail technician, can't remember the name (must be the cosmos), was awesome and the service was perfect from start to finish. Things got a bit busy that night but I didn't feel rushed at all and since the massages are timed, I knew exactly what I got. The polishes from other salons usually chip the next day however it's been 4 days and they look shiny and good as if I just stepped out of the salon. I just can't wait to go back for another Girls' Night Out!! Pros: Validated Parking in Pasadena which is unheard of. Cons: Cosmos get addicting! more

I was introduced to Dashing Diva's Virtual Nails during a bridal shower my friend had at the salon and I have been addicted to them since. I've had acrylics for well over 20 years and all you ladies know my pain. My nails are paper thin so I have hopelessly been wearing acyrlics to protect them. I was turned onto the Virtual Nails because I was told they wouldn't damage my natural nails. Even more, they would help my natural nails grow out underneath. Well, it's been 3 cycles of Virtual Nails now for me and you can clearly see my natural nails growing out heathy. I think another 3 or 4 more times and I'll be able to get manicures! Pros: Virtual Nails, Great Service, Getting back my healthy natural nails! Cons: I wish they had a location in Huntington Beach! more