Affina Beauty Spa

Tucked on a busy corner in FiDi, this unassuming studio blends the soothing ambience of a spa—warm lighting, intimate alcoves—with the unpretentiousness of a classic NYC nail bar. A basic 20-minute manicure starts at $13, and for $30, you can upgrade to a scruffing manicure, which uses heat from melted paraffin wax to alleviate dry skin and arthritic joints. Need a gel treatment? That’s Affina’s other specialty, starting at $32.50 for a manicure and $40 for a pedicure—just plan on arriving with a color already in mind, as the selection can prove overwhelming for indecisive types.