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Did you know that you can get beauty services done at home in Greece?

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In Greece, like any other country, you can of course go to a salon to get your nails and hair done. But one of the perks of Greece is that you can find quite a few stylists to do these services in the comfort of your home. You can find these people through word of mouth or even on social media. It’s considered totally normal and super convenient in Greece, even though it may seem strange to those living in other places.
 
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nadellii said:
In Greece, like any other country, you can of course go to a salon to get your nails and hair done. But one of the perks of Greece is that you can find quite a few stylists to do these services in the comfort of your home. You can find these people through word of mouth or even on social media. It’s considered totally normal and super convenient in Greece, even though it may seem strange to those living in other places.
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In Mykonos there used to mobile beauticians, manicure,pedicure etc.... most of them knew each other being islanders so it would be coffee time and chatting?....or a few glasses of wine!?.....and more chatting.... you know how it goes... always plenty to talk and catch up on!?
 
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In Mykonos there used to mobile beauticians, manicure,pedicure etc.... most of them knew each other being islanders so it would be coffee time and chatting?....or a few glasses of wine!?.....and more chatting.... you know how it goes... always plenty to talk and catch up on!?
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Yes mobile beauticians are very common in Greece. I personally love it
 
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nadellii said:
In Greece, like any other country, you can of course go to a salon to get your nails and hair done. But one of the perks of Greece is that you can find quite a few stylists to do these services in the comfort of your home. You can find these people through word of mouth or even on social media. It’s considered totally normal and super convenient in Greece, even though it may seem strange to those living in other places.
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Wow, I had no idea this was so common. It sounds wonderful!
 
It seems to me that cosmetology services at home are unsafe because people who do not have sufficient professional knowledge and skills work in this way. A good beauty specialist should be trained in such an educational institution as nwcollege.edu and get a certificate of successful completion of their studies. In addition, many beauty procedures require a special room with sterile equipment, and you can get such conditions only in a beauty salon.
 
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It seems to me that cosmetology services at home are unsafe because people who do not have sufficient professional knowledge and skills work in this way.
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On islands where everyone knows eachother, families are raised up in the community, very unlikely to encounter any complications, Having lived in Mykonos for many years the beauticians went to Athens and beyond to be trained professionally. This is an integral part of the culture as a lot of ladies were unable to travel to the beauty clinics and it is coffee and chat time too!..
Just imagine cold winter months....what is better than visits from a daughter of a friend who has grown up in front of their eyes is now a beautiful beautician?!!
?... Kalley Mera from Thailand and Monsoons..
 
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It's been awhile but, the convenience of home services for nails and hair in Greece is unbeatable. It reminds me of a time when I was visiting Athens and stumbled upon a local stylist who did wonders with my nails right in my Airbnb. It was so relaxed and personal, unlike anything I'd experienced before. Speaking of nails, if you're looking for some fresh nail ideas, I recently found this amazing website with tons of inspiration.
 
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Yes, in Greece you can book beauty services right at home, which is super convenient for busy schedules or special events. From hair styling and makeup to spa treatments, professionals visit directly. It’s becoming a popular choice for comfort, privacy, and saving valuable travel time.
 
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