Do you take walk-ins?
No. Mi Cumbia is by appointment only. Text 215-608-1323 to reserve; two to three weeks ahead is typical. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 to 6.
How do I book?
By text message only, at 215-608-1323. Lucesita confirms by text and guides you from there.
Is your polish non-toxic?
Yes. Mi Cumbia opened in 2008 as the first organic, zero-fume nail spa in the United States and uses toxic-free polish and gel. There is no chemical smell; the space was built from VOC-free materials.
Do you do gel manicures?
Yes. Iwa Yosú Gel is a 40-minute gel manicure with kaolin clay, cactus water, prickly pear oil and calendula. Gel polish is also available as a pedicure add-on.
Do you do acrylics, dip powder or extensions?
No. We work on the natural nail with toxic-free polish and gel.
What is in a pedicure?
Three pedicures, 40, 55 and 70 minutes. Each opens with a botanical leg rinse, then a soak, foot and lower-leg massage, and a finish composed from Colombian botanicals: coconut, cacao, sea salt, mineral mud.
How long does a visit take?
Manicures 40 minutes; pedicures 40, 55 or 70; a manicure and pedicure together, 80 to 110 minutes.
Do you offer waxing?
Yes. Brazilian, bikini, brow, lip, chin and body waxing with Karina Restrepo, a master practitioner since 2008 and a Best of Philly winner for waxing. First Brazilian visits include a consultation.
Can I bring my own polish?
No. Every polish used at Mi Cumbia is toxic-free, and that standard holds for every client.
Do you ask about allergies?
Yes. Before every service we ask about topical allergies to botanicals, barks, tree nuts, caffeine and peppers, because the compositions use all five.
Is Mi Cumbia fragrance-free?
There is no artificial fragrance and no chemical smell. The scents in the room come from botanicals: coconut, cacao, citrus, palo santo.
Do you serve coffee?
La Barra is a tasting menu served during your service: Colombian coffee, tea, aguas frescas, Colombian hot chocolate and Tamarindo Tinto. Priced individually.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes, online through the Gift link on this site, in any amount.
Can you host a group?
Yes. Bridal parties and celebrations are booked by text at 215-608-1323; see the Groups page.
Are you near the Rittenhouse Square hotels?
Yes. 328 South 17th Street is a four-block walk from the Rittenhouse Hotel, five from the Warwick, and a short ride from the Four Seasons, the Ritz-Carlton and the Logan.
Is there parking?
Street parking on 17th and the surrounding blocks, and garages on Spruce and Walnut Streets.
Do you serve men?
Yes. Every manicure, pedicure and waxing service is open to all clients.
What does “Mi Cumbia” mean?
Named for cumbia, the Colombian musical tradition. Founded in 2008 by Karina Restrepo Mitchell, from Colombia, and Justin Mitchell, at the same address since.
Do you offer waxing?
Yes. Brazilian, bikini, brow, lip, chin and body waxing by Karina Restrepo, a master practitionersince 2008. Minimum hair length is one-eighth inch.
How long is a visit?
Manicures 40 minutes. Pedicures 40, 55 or 70. Manicure and pedicure together, 80 to 110.
Do you ask about allergies?
Yes. Before every service we ask about topical allergies to botanicals, barks, tree nuts, caffeineand peppers.
Do you serve coffee?
La Barra is a tasting menu served during your service: Colombian coffee, tea, aguas frescas, hotchocolate and Tamarindo Tinto, priced individually.
Where are you?
328 South 17th Street, a short walk from the Rittenhouse Square hotels. Parking garages arenearby on 17th and Walnut; street parking is limited.
What does Mi Cumbia mean?
Named for cumbia, the Colombian musical tradition. Founded in 2008 by Karina Restrepo andJustin Mitchell, and run by them at the same address since.
