Vanity Projects

Nail care in Lower Manhattan doesn’t always mean a quiet, adults-only escape. On the second floor of 99 Chrystie Street, Vanity Projects offers something a little different—a salon where kids aren’t just tolerated but actually expected. It’s a rare find in a neighborhood packed with galleries and late-night eateries, where parents might actually finish a manicure without apologizing for a restless toddler.

The place identifies as women-owned, which fits the vibe of this stretch of Chrystie Street—eclectic, unpretentious, and just a little off the beaten path. No frills, no over-the-top luxury branding, just a straightforward spot for nail services where the focus stays on the work. And because it’s tucked above street level, it avoids the foot traffic chaos of nearby Sara D. Roosevelt Park while staying central enough for anyone coming from the Lower East Side or Chinatown.

Finding a salon that doesn’t side-eye a child’s impromptu crayon session is harder than it should be. Here, the kid-friendly label isn’t an afterthought; it’s part of the setup. That alone makes it worth a mention for parents who’ve ever had to abandon a pedicure halfway through. No promises of balloons or cartoon characters—just a place where a little extra noise won’t raise eyebrows.

Questions about services or availability? A call to (646) 410-2928 covers the basics. For the rest—like figuring out the somewhat hidden entrance or double-checking the second-floor location—directions via map help avoid the usual downtown confusion.