minimo is a service that allows you to search for and book personalized beauty salon staff, including hairdressers, manicurists, eyelash designers (eyelash extensions, lash perms), brow technicians, and estheticians.
You can also directly message staff before your visit, allowing you to resolve any concerns or questions before booking. Prices and treatment details are clearly defined, so even first-time beauty treatments can be used with confidence. This beauty salon booking app helps you find the perfect salon staff for you.
■Three Features of minimo
1. "Reservations for various beauty treatments (nails, hairstyles, etc.) for each salon staff member"
minimo allows you to search for the perfect beauty and nail salon staff for you based on a variety of criteria, including individual staff reviews, preferences, personality, and specialty treatments.
2. "Receive beauty treatments at a great value"
With a wide range of menus available at exclusive minimo prices, you can treat yourself, try new trends, or expand your self-improvement options by trying treatments that were previously out of reach or you've given up on.
3. "Contact salon staff via message before your visit"
With minimo, you can communicate with salon staff via message before your visit, preventing any misunderstandings about the final result. You can communicate your specific preferences and the feel of your hair and nails in advance, so even first-time salon visitors can book with confidence.
In addition, salon staff listed on minimo have a wide range of years of experience and specialties, ranging from popular newcomers to veterans with over 10 years of experience.
In addition to salon staff profiles and reviews, you can also find "highly satisfied salon staff" and "certified certified staff," so you can check the type of staff you'll be working with before your visit, giving you peace of mind.
■Other Benefits of minimo
"Various Ways to Search"
You can easily search for treatments that suit you, such as hair, hairstyles, eyelash extensions, eyelash perms, and nails, by industry and style/design (hairstyle, eyelash extension design, nail design, hair catalog).
minimo makes it possible to find the ideal salon staff to suit your goals and mood.
"Great Points System"
Earn 100 points for every purchase of ¥2,000 or more. Points will be automatically awarded 3-4 days after your visit.
Accumulated points can be used to pay for treatments (only at salons that accept points) or for gift exchanges, making beauty treatments even more affordable.
■Abundant Menu
At Minimo, you can find the treatment that's right for you from a wide range of beauty treatments.
In addition to standard beauty treatments such as hair, hairstyles, nails (gel nails, scalp nails, nail care, foot nails, etc.), eyelash extensions, eyebrow treatments, esthetics, and relaxation,
we offer a wide variety of other beauty salon treatments, including trendy techniques such as ear acupuncture jewelry, personal color analysis, bone structure analysis, and kimono dressing.
Since you can search for multiple treatments all in one app, it's also recommended for those looking to expand their beauty options.
■Achieve beauty at a great value! Enjoy a smart beauty experience with minimo SALE and last-minute discounts.
minimo features many beauty salon services that qualify for the "minimo SALE" and "last-minute discounts," allowing you to receive treatments at a discount from the regular price.
The "last-minute discounts" apply to popular services such as nail, hair, eyelash, and eyebrow treatments, making them perfect for unexpected appointments or when you have a little extra time.
We hope this information inspires you to try out a nail salon you're interested in, or encourages you to treat yourself to a slightly more luxurious manicure than usual.
■ About the salon staff listed on minimo
The salon staff listed on minimo are professionals with a wide range of experience and unique personalities.
We have a diverse talent pool, from experienced hairdressers, manicurists, and eyelash designers to young staff who are savvy about the latest trends.
You can check each salon staff member's profile for their specialties, preferences, and customer reviews, so you can choose the salon staff member that best suits your goals and preferences.
■ Recommended for
・Those who want to enjoy a wide range of beauty treatments, including hairstyles, hair color, hair, nails, eyelash perms, eyebrow treatments, and aesthetics.
・People who want to find their own style or trendy/seasonal nail designs at a beauty salon or nail salon.
・People who want to be particular about each nail design, such as gel nails, sculpted nails, toenail nails, office nails, or nuanced nails.
・People who want to choose a salon staff member, such as a hairdresser or manicurist, that suits them based on the reviews, areas of expertise, and personality of each salon staff member.
・People who want to use a beauty diagnosis, bone structure diagnosis, and personal color diagnosis to find out the hairstyle, nail color, makeup, and eye design that suits them.
・People who want to choose a hairstyle, nail design, or nail color that matches their skin tone and personality.
・People who are particular about their hairstyle or nails and would like to discuss design and color with salon staff via message before their treatment.
・People looking for a beauty salon, nail, and beauty salon that they can feel comfortable visiting even for the first time.
・People who are new to nails and want advice on what kind of design would suit them.
・People who want to make a reservation at a beauty salon or nail salon that suits their lifestyle, such as after work or after a weekday evening.
・People who want to receive speedy, last-minute treatments, such as when they suddenly have some free time or want to get their nails done before an event.
・People who want to enjoy cost-effective nail and hair treatments by taking advantage of Minimo's great sales, last-minute discounts, and limited-time coupons.
・People looking for nail and beauty salons with exclusive Minimo prices, or affordable treatments for students and new employees.
・People who are having trouble choosing a salon and want to choose a trustworthy manicurist or hairdresser based on reviews and ratings.
・People who want to book nail, hair, eyelash, and other treatments all in one app, without having to waste time and effort searching for a salon.
・People who want to improve their overall appearance, both hair and nails, and who want to continue regular maintenance.
■How to Use
① Search
Tap the "Search" tab at the bottom of the app.
Select the menu item you're interested in, such as "Nails," "Gel Nails," "French Nails," "Korean Nails," or "Office Nails," in the center of the screen and search!
You can also specify area, date and time, price, and other preferences (paragel compatible, fill-in compatible, removal included, near station, accepts custom designs, etc.).
Click the "Search" button to display a list of salon staff who meet your criteria.
*Tips
- Use the "Map Search (Pin Mark)" to find nail salons near your workplace or home on a map.
- On the search results screen, you can narrow your search by design (nuanced nails, magnetic nails, mirror nails, etc.), color, and customer reviews.
- You can search not only for hand nails but also seasonal designs such as foot nails.
② Make a Reservation
Tap on a salon owner you're interested in to view their profile, menu options, hair and nail design photos (snapshots), and customer reviews.
Check their specialty designs (hairstyles, hairstyles, simple nails, trendy nails, length extensions, sculpted nails, bridal nails, etc.), price, and treatment time to directly reserve the salon staff that's right for you.
Two Booking Methods
- Calendar Booking
Select your desired date and time from the owner's calendar and tap "〇."
Confirm the important notes and press "Make a reservation" to confirm your reservation.
Availability is visible at a glance, making it convenient for last-minute or same-day nail appointments.
・Reservation Request
If your desired date and time is unavailable, you can send a request for your preferred date and time by clicking the "Reservation Request" button below the calendar.
Refer to the business hours (boxed in red) and enter your desired arrival time.
A reply from the advertiser will confirm your reservation. (Please note that we may decline your request if the schedule does not match.)
③ Confirm Reservation and Visit
Once your reservation is confirmed, you can use the messaging feature with the salon staff.
You can communicate in advance about hair, hairstyle, and nail design consultations, color changes, whether or not you can bring in accessories, and how you want the finished product to look.
You can message from the time your reservation is confirmed until 72 hours after the treatment date and time.
※Important Notes
Please refrain from canceling as much as possible. Cancellations on the day of your appointment, at the last minute, or without notice are considered nuisance behavior.
If unavoidable, please follow the instructions in the app to complete the cancellation process.
④ After the Treatment
Once your treatment is complete, receive your receipt.
(It's usually a good idea to keep it for 3-4 days until Minimo points are awarded.)
After your treatment, you'll automatically receive a message with a link to post a review for the advertiser.
By sharing your impressions of the haircut, nail finish, durability, careful design suggestions, and customer service in your review, you can help other users.
You can also add salon staff to your favorites.
Minimo offers a service that helps those who are working hard to improve themselves in pursuit of their "likes" and "aspirations" meet a diverse range of beauty salon staff who will support their aspirations.
We hope to support those who value their "likes" and "aspirations" and encourage them to enjoy self-improvement and beauty, even just a little.