Spa, Nails & Massage
These phrases will help you book appointments, specify treatments, and communicate your needs clearly at an Italian spa or beauty salon.
Key Phrases
Vorrei prenotare un massaggio rilassante per domani mattina, se possibile.
politeI would like to book a relaxing massage for tomorrow morning, if possible.
A standard, polite way to ask for an appointment over the phone or in person.
Hai posto per una manicure oggi pomeriggio?
casualDo you have space for a manicure this afternoon?
Use when walking in or speaking to a beautician you already know well.
Vorrei fare la ceretta alle gambe e la pedicure estetica.
neutralI would like to get a leg wax and a cosmetic pedicure.
In Italy, 'pedicure estetica' is for polish and care, while 'curativa' is for medical issues like ingrown nails.
Mi piacerebbe provare il massaggio svedese di cui ho letto sul vostro sito.
politeI would like to try the Swedish massage that I read about on your website.
Uses the conditional 'mi piacerebbe' (I would like) to sound softer and more polite.
Devo dirle che ho la pelle molto sensibile, preferisco usare prodotti naturali.
neutralI must tell you that I have very sensitive skin, I prefer to use natural products.
Essential for making sure the staff uses the right products on you.
È importante che lei sappia che sono allergica all'olio di mandorle.
politeIt is important that you know I am allergic to almond oil.
Uses the subjunctive 'sappia' (know), which is common when expressing importance or necessity.
Potrebbe fare un po' più piano, per favore? Sento un po' di dolore qui.
politeCould you go a bit lighter, please? I feel a little pain here.
The polite conditional 'potrebbe' is perfect if you are addressing the therapist formally.
Puoi spingere un po' di più? Preferisco un massaggio più deciso.
casualCan you press a bit harder? I prefer a firmer massage.
Using 'tu' is common with younger therapists, but switch to 'lei' if unsure.
Quanto tempo ci vuole di solito per un trattamento del viso completo?
neutralHow long does a full facial treatment usually take?
'Ci vuole' is a very common idiom meaning 'it takes' regarding time.
Vorrei uno smalto semipermanente rosso scuro, che dura più a lungo.
neutralI would like a dark red gel polish, which lasts longer.
'Semipermanente' is the standard Italian term for gel polish.
Facciamo la forma a mandorla, mi sembrano molto più eleganti così.
casualLet's do the almond shape, they seem much more elegant to me this way.
Using 'facciamo' (let's do) creates a collaborative, friendly tone.
Mi potrebbe dire qual è il prezzo per il pacchetto benessere di due ore?
politeCould you tell me what the price is for the two-hour wellness package?
A very polite and indirect way to ask about costs before booking.
Quant'è in totale per la rimozione del gel e la nuova applicazione?
casualHow much is it in total for the gel removal and the new application?
A direct and common way to ask for the final total at the register.
Vorrei lasciare una mancia per la ragazza che mi ha fatto il massaggio.
politeI would like to leave a tip for the girl who gave me the massage.
Tipping is not strictly required in Italy, but it is always appreciated for good service.
Tieni pure il resto, grazie mille per l'ottimo lavoro di oggi.
casualKeep the change, thank you so much for the great work today.
'Tieni pure il resto' is the most natural way to tell someone to keep the change.