Creative nails
Customers describe nail artists who can handle detailed designs, extensions and creative requests rather than just basic polish.
Galina's Hair and Beauty
Al Wasl
Galina's Hair and Beauty is a beauty salon on Al Wasl, with a strong following for detailed manicures, creative nail art and hair colouring. Reviews also point to a clean, relaxed setting and technicians who can handle everything from nail extensions to ingrown-nail care.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
159 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Long wear
One regular customer says their manicure lasts up to four weeks without chipping, useful for a busy schedule.
Nail expertise
Reviews mention knowledgeable technicians who give practical advice for hand, foot and ingrown-nail concerns.
Clean salon
Several reviews describe the salon as clean, tidy and well presented, with a relaxing atmosphere.
Hair colour
Customers praise the salon's hair specialists for understanding colour choices and tailoring shades to the client.
Central setting
The salon is described as being right on Al Wasl, with parking available outside or underground.
Welcoming service
Many customers describe the team as friendly, polite and hardworking, contributing to a calm salon experience.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm prices. Ask for the exact total and inclusions before booking; one trim enquiry changed from AED 150 to a stated AED 220 with wash.
Clarify trim. Ask whether your requested trim is possible for your hair shape, since one customer was told a non-straight line required a full haircut.
Confirm sequence. For colouring and rebounding, confirm the order of treatments, which products will be used and whether the roots will be touched.
Plan parking. Driving is practical: a long-term customer mentions parking both outside and underground at the Al Wasl salon.
Check lashes. Before eyelash extensions, ask about hygiene and aftercare; one review describes significant eye redness and swelling afterwards.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Wasl - Dubai
Al Wasl, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Customized nails
A customer specifically praised the salon for customised nail work.
Nail art
Reviews highlight creative nail art, including designs beyond standard manicures.
Eyelash extensions
Eyelash extensions are among the beauty services mentioned by customers, alongside a reported safety complaint.
Hair colouring
Hair colouring is mentioned positively by customers who return for tailored colour work.
Keratin treatment
Keratin treatment appears in a review describing a colouring and smoothing appointment, though the result was disputed.
Common Concerns
Unclear pricing
A customer was quoted AED 150 for a trim, then found the salon's stated trim price was AED 220 with wash.
Hair mismatch
One review reports unwanted bangs and curls, with the customer saying the finished haircut looked untidy.
Colour complaint
A customer reported orange-looking hair after colouring and keratin treatment, despite asking that the roots not be touched.
Lash reaction
One eyelash-extension review reports red, swollen and painful eyes followed by an infection.
Poor information
A customer said the receptionist allowed a visit despite knowing that no dermatologist was available.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
150AED
trim
“Called in for trim before coming, said price is 150AED”Google review · October 2023
220AED
normal trim with wash
“When arrived to salon found out the normal trim is 220AED with wash, and if your hair is not in straight line then trim is not possible and you have to do full haircut with price of 320AED”Google review · October 2023
320AED
full haircut
“When arrived to salon found out the normal trim is 220AED with wash, and if your hair is not in straight line then trim is not possible and you have to do full haircut with price of 320AED”Google review · October 2023
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The Bottom Line
Galina's Hair and Beauty is a long-running salon on Al Wasl where customers mainly come for manicures, pedicures, nail extensions, creative nail art and hair colouring. The strongest pattern in the reviews is nail work: customers mention detailed designs, a broad colour choice, ingrown-nail care and manicures lasting as long as four weeks without chipping. Hair services also have loyal customers, particularly for colour and treatments.
The setting is repeatedly described as clean, attractive and relaxing, with friendly, knowledgeable technicians. Parking is mentioned as available outside or underground, which makes the central Al Wasl location easier for drivers. Some reviews also describe complimentary coffee and a laid-back atmosphere.
There are important booking cautions. Pricing has been disputed: one customer was quoted AED 150 for a trim, then told the salon's normal trim with wash was AED 220, while another reported paying AED 1,200–1,500 for highlights. Confirm the full price, what is included and whether add-ons such as styling are optional.
For chemical hair services, explain the desired result and treatment order clearly. One lash review reported redness, swelling and an infection, so hygiene and aftercare are worth discussing before the appointment.