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Everybody Needs a Break From Their Daily Lives, Including You

It's midweek and you are officially burnt out! In between taking care of the kids, PTA meetings, preparing lunches and dinners, work and cleaning up after the kids (and husband), you are in desperate need of a break.

You somehow managed to get your husband to watch the kids for a few hours so you can regain your sanity and get some much needed “me” time. It feels strange, I know, but now that you have it… soak it up, because as we moms know, time is precious.

Each week, as part of our day dedicated to parents, we’ll tell you about one great idea or place that can help you regroup and regain your sense of self while giving you that break you so badly deserve.

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Today, we’re bringing you one of Douglaston’s finest nail salons, which is offering great service and prices for moms on a budget.

Secret Nail Salon and Spa is nestled quaintly in the heart of Douglaston by the Long Island Rail Road tracks. The small, privately owned and operated nail spa offers a full line of manicure and pedicure services, including tips, silk and gel wraps, fillings, French manicure, spa pedicures and the latest craze - soak off gel manicures and permanent UV gel nails.

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The spa also offers private 30-minute mini facials or one-hour European facials, using all high end quality products. Mini facials are $40 and European facials are $60. Waxing is also available.

Manicure and pedicures start at $25. Waxing prices vary based on how much work is done.  

Owner Ann Lee welcomes all customers in on Mondays on Tuesdays for her special waxing discounts. Customers who get a manicure and pedicure done on those days get 50 percent off waxing services.

Secret Nail Salon is located at 42-36 235th street in Douglaston.

Store hours are Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday thru Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The spa is closed on Sundays.

Appointments are recommended and can be made by calling 718-423-7008.

Secret Nail Salon and Spa was featured in the Oscar Nominated film "Rabbit Hole," which stars Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart.  

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