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Spa, Nails & Massage
Use these simple phrases when you visit a spa or nail salon.
Key Phrases
Voice
Booking an appointment · 2 ways to say it
Are you free for a manicure now?
casualUse this if you walk into the shop without booking.
Can I make an appointment, please?
politeUse this on the phone or for a future day.
Asking about colors · 2 ways to say it
Where is the nail polish?
neutralUS
Where is the nail varnish?
neutralUK
Mentioning allergies
I am allergic to some massage oils.
neutralTell the staff this before your treatment starts.
Asking for more pressure · 2 ways to say it
A little harder, please.
casualUse this to speak quickly during a massage.
Can you press harder, please?
politeA more polite way to ask the staff.
Asking for less pressure
That is too strong. Please go softer.
neutralAsking the price
How much does a pedicure cost?
neutralLeaving a tip
Can I add a tip on my card?
neutralIn the US, people usually leave a 15% or 20% tip.
Practice Dialogue
Customer
Hi. Are you free for a massage now?
Staff
Yes, sure. Thirty minutes or an hour?
Customer
Thirty minutes, please.
Staff
Great. Do you have any allergies?
Customer
Yes. I am allergic to some oils.
Staff
Okay, no problem. We will use a basic lotion.
Customer
Thanks. How much is it?
Staff
Forty dollars.
Customer
Can I add a tip on my card?
Staff
Yes, you can. Please wait right here.