If you like me were looking for a decent place for your nails, toes and other essential treatments you will definitely love the newly-opened Soap Treatment Store in Noordeinde. Light, airy with pops of bright colour on the product wall it is an inviting space cleverly divided into treatment areas – brow bar, manicure tables, pedicure area and treatment rooms.

All is white but it does not feel clinical. There is an accent of purple subtly coming through in the logo, in the tea mugs, in the serviettes. Reception is like an open kitchen around an island with a beautiful chandelier. You won’t see cliché photos of spa stones and scented candles. (What a relief!)

The therapists are discrete and professional. As for treatments there is a wide range to choose from. Of course your basic needs like pedicure, manicure, waxing, massage, facial and the like are catered for. Then there are beauty bootcamps, teenage treats, beauty bar plus special packages For Him and future moms. Enough to excite your fancy and make you want to try.

Yesterday I had a nice OPI manicure with Cindy and am already thinking about booking other treatments. I might easily become a regular.

After all, maintenance is key in a girl’s life.