The buffed and the beautiful
Pauline Boom, Ibiza, Spain
All of us at some point need a pampering - whether a paint and shine or a wax and polish, if all is aglow you’re ready to take on the world.
For taking on Ibiza, Pauline Boom is our favourite Dutch beautifier. From meticulous manicures, pristine pedicures and finicky full body waxing (even for the lads) to pamper days and international fashion shoots, Pauline is one of the best in the biz.
With 21 years in the game and her number on speed dial in many a mobile phone, Pauline could well be the most requested nail technician in Ibiza. When on the island, American and French Vogue, Bvlgari, Armani and Louis Vuitton are amongst a high-profile fashion clientele who use Pauline’s skills to glam up hands and feet of catwalk queens including Claudia Schiffer, Kate Moss and Gisele Bundchen.
Not bad for a lady who packed up her Jeep in Amsterdam seven years ago with two suitcases, numerous nail mending tools and her trusty wax pot.
A previous distributor of leading industry brands Creative Nail Design and O.P.I, Pauline uses only the highest quality products to create stunning tailor-made nails, from the finest French manicures down to gel toenails for those not quite ready for flip-flops.
Her services stretch to home, holiday rental and hotel visits and co-ordinating pre and post wedding beauty days, that include hairdressers, massage therapists and make-up artists.
Our advice? Book well in advance, especially during summer, as Pauline's a super busy artist offering an exclusive service with prices reflecting her expertise – and worth every euro.
This story was published on May 4,, 2008