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    Bella Nails

    3.8 (129 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Closed 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

    Services - Bella Nails

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Nail fill-in

    Nail polish change

    Nail polish removal

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    i got basic full set

    amazing love the service nails are great. Prices are great highly recommend. The Vibes there was so great. Everyone was so sweet.

    Janelle S.

    Best nail place in Santa Cruz County!!! I come all the way from Aptos just to get my nails done here. I've gone to nearly every nail salon between the end of Aptos to here in Scotts valley and none even come close. They are so gentle they never hurt me and I have really sensitive cuticles that usually end up bleeding and then peeling after going to any other salon but leaving here my cuticles look great! They're super quick, efficient, friendly, gentle, do an AMAZING JOB, and considering all this I would be willing to pay extra for this but they are actually the cheapest of any of the salons I've been to as well! All the stars to this place! Third time here and I know I've for sure found my place, I will keep coming to Scotts valley from Aptos just for Bella nails

    White gel with sparkle top layer
    Patty C.

    I've definitely tried all of the salons in the area and I'm very happy with Bella Nails. The ladies there are always so happy and welcoming and the gal that does my nails Van is super sweet. She is very meticulous with her work and she's fast as well. So whether it's a gel polish change or full mani/pedi she's very nice and does a fantastic job.

    Ombre' requires blending of colors!

    This was my first visit to Bella Nails. My acrylics had grown out. What I asked for was a trim, fill, reshaped, and finished with an ombre gel coat. I picked out a dark brown and greyish lavender for my gel colors. I showed her a photo of a basic ombre color combo I liked. She assured me she could do what I showed her. I thought something was a bit strange when the nail tech painted my entire nail with the first color and dried it before applying the second gel color. I said something like, "Hmmm..I guess there are all kinds of techniques." Then she told me she could not do the tiger eye technique because it required special product which they do not have. I thought, "this isn't right". Now that color is dry and will not blend with the other color. So the next step was applying the second color to the tip of my nail. She then took her ombre blending brush and dragged the color up my nail. Nothing blended, of course. I just wanted to leave, so I told her it was fine. Plus I was in a hurry. I left with grey streaks up the brown nail. Now I need to find someone else ( I am here from out of town) to fix my nails!

    Perfect nails by Michelle
    Victoria A.

    Why has it taken me so long to write these lovely ladies a review?? As somebody who's nails are extremely important to them, I have had my nails done all over the county and ALWAYS end up back at Bella. Why? Reason #1 is Michelle, the owner, as well as the rest of her staff are incredibly friendly and personable. They will remember your name, which techs you like to see and what services you like. They will remember your family, and ask about them. Some of the women here even came to a family member's funeral to support us (three generations of women in my family are all regulars.) They will compliment you and make you feel good about the services you are paying for, and if you seem less than thrilled, they will bend over backwards to make sure you leave happy! The quality of work is high, consistent, and always done in a timely fashion. They are frequently busy, and I never call ahead, but they always have me in a chair with my fingers being beautified within 15 minutes :) And added plus, at least for me, is that when the ladies here speak to each other, they do it at a reasonable volume and not in a way that tends to make you feel uncomfortable even though you don't understand. But usually they just visit with the clients I would highly recommend this place to anyone!

    Nail artist: Michelle
    Malia B.

    This is my go-to place for manis & pedis. I am always super satisfied with my results. Michelle is a true artist and never disappoints when doing my nails. I recommend making an appointment in advance if you don't want to wait.

    A week and a half after having my nails done and they still look great!

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    Very helpful. Very nice staff. Very good vibes here also. The service is good and friendly here.

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    Great people and always available. Really have come to enjoy this salon. Nails do not break and their prices are fair.

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    I had a great experience with a great quality manicure! This is my new nail salon. It's worth the trip from San Jose!

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    Fast, professional and well priced for the market. Walk ins are welcome which is what brought me there the first time

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    Nice people and great pedicure! Was able to walk right in and sit down. Very relaxing massage during the pedicure and good results

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    I used to go over the hill to have mine done and I'm so happy I found Michelle so I don't have to trek over the hill now!

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    Prism Beauty - Split nail 3 days in

    Prism Beauty

    4.8(59 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    I was debating writing this, I haven't had this bad of nails in a very long time. I had scheduled a…read moregelx and had to reschedule, I quickly agreed to the new date and didn't realize that it rescheduled to just gel, which I take accountability for not completely reading the full message. She worked around it and called her boss (next client) to see if she could come a little later. My baby was with me due to unforeseen circumstances and it was a little awkward. The owner showed her a Barbie doll and was helpful toward that situation. My nails she messed up on didn't put the bonding glue on a nail and continued. They seemed fine till I left and noticed 2 of the nails completely crooked and when messaged about it she said she adjusted the tip for nail bed and Is out of town and to file it cause that's what she would do. My other fingers were straight, never had a problem before. It was on a Friday and by Monday a couple of the nails were falling off and broken. I don't do much with my hands so for 80$ nails and 20$ tip, to fall off within less than 3 days isn't great. I have paid way less and they lasted longer and looked better and if not they would have me come back in and take off the nail and re-do it. A second one split 5 days in, they looked rushed and not put on correctly

    I booked an appointment with Phoebe at Prism Beauty for a pedicure…read more It is very easy to book an appointment through Prism's website. You select your service, any add ons, artist, day, and time. I scheduled for a Friday, but the artist later texted me to see if I could change my appointment time. I couldn't, so we scheduled for a different day, which was not a problem. There is a $5-$10 price difference between booking with a "senior" or "junior" artist for nail services. I think Prism should reconsider that policy because labeling someone a "junior" artist makes you think you are getting someone who is less experienced or won't do as good of a job and I don't think that is true at all, especially on a basic pedicure or manicure. Prism Beauty is on the corner of a busy main road (Capitola) and a residential street (El Dorado). They do not have a parking lot, so you have to find a spot on the street. When I went, there was nothing available on the residential street close to their building, but I found a spot a little further up the main road. Parking isn't a deal breaker, but definitely give yourself extra time, just in case parking is scarce. When you walk into Prism Beauty, there are manicure stations to your right, lash beds to the left, and two pedicure stations straight ahead. The pedicure stations are on a raised platform with an additional step up to the platform. There is no hand rail from the floor to step nor the step to the platform. If you have any physical disabilities or balance issues, it could be tricky. I would call ahead to see if they have an alternative if you want a pedicure and think the step up would be problematic. I am sure they would also lend a steadying hand if needed. Phoebe was setting up when I walked in. She addressed me by name and was welcoming. She told me to come up and have a seat. I asked if I should choose a color first, but she said she would bring me my options. They have a basket with all of the color options. Reds, pinks, purples, blues, etc. are bundled together, so you can easily find the color family you want and then a specific color. I chose a color, but when Phoebe went to look for it, no luck. She came back and said they have some colors only in gel and the color I chose was one of them. I picked another color, but she said she would also look for something similar. She brought two colors she chose and one was close to what I wanted. I was satisfied, but I did think it would have been easier if I just looked at the polish wall and picked one, since the samples can be misleading in terms of availability. Prism uses pedicure "kits" that come with a scrub, mask, and massage lotion. Phoebe also cleaned up the cuticle with an electric "sanding" tool and used a disposable scrubbie cube on my feet. My feet feel soft. I still have some dry skin on the sides of my outer toes, but they are much improved and look good in open-toes shoes. I paid extra for nail art. I like to get polka dots on all of my toes. My husband is always amused by my polka-dot toes. He judged these dots to be good, but not the best I have had. He pointed out that others have varied the size of the dots to cute effect. These dots are on the small side. Phoebe chatted with me a bit, but I had to initiate most of the talk. The artists working at Prism are clearly friends and the other clients who were there and came in were obviously regulars. They were all talking with one another. I was the outsider. It would have been nice if they had asked me more questions to draw me in, even simple things like if I live nearby or how I found their salon. Overall, I got a very nice pedicure at Prism. I would go back, but I would be very cautious about the days/times I booked due to traffic and parking. I have been trying to find a new nail artist because the person I went to for over ten years moved away from the area. I have tried four places. I would rank Prism #2 of the four for overall feel and outcome, but they win in terms of ease of booking.

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    Prism Beauty - Beautiful pedicure area, with massage chairs

    Beautiful pedicure area, with massage chairs

    Prism Beauty - I asked for the "glazed" look and she knew immediately what I was referring to. I couldn't be happier with how they turned out!

    I asked for the "glazed" look and she knew immediately what I was referring to. I couldn't be happier with how they turned out!

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    The Nail Spa - Closeup of the polish extending way beyond the nail bed.

    The Nail Spa

    4.3(18 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    This shop is run by Frankie & Debbie and rumor has it they do the best nails in the county. If you…read morehave a special occasion, do not place yourself at the mercy of Strip Mall Nails - go here. They are warm and funny and know their customers well, some of whom have been going to them for many years. Frankie does hands, including acrylic but not French. Debbie does mostly pedicures but also does hands. The pedicures run about $50. That's right, $50. But she does such an amazing job that you don't need to come back as often, so if you are someone who gets their toes done regularly, in the long run it's not that much more expensive than the $25 places that look terrible after 2 weeks. You need to book appointments at least a week and probably two weeks in advance. I would come here all the time if only: a) I could afford it, and b) if I was organized enough to book an appointment well in advance.

    Debbie is an AMAZING nail technician!! Her salon is so comfy and happy. I love coming to see her,…read moreand I am always happy with my nails. Her pedicures are very relaxing, too. She works alone in her own shop so it's a super chill and enjoyable experience. I love our conversations. She has a wealth of information about the area and life in general. If you can get in with her, you will be very happy with her services.

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    The Nail Spa - More unevenness.

    More unevenness.

    The Nail Spa - Notice the uneven polish put on so thick.

    Notice the uneven polish put on so thick.

    The Nail Spa - Polish left on the surrounding skin.  The nail is intact, just really messy!

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    Polish left on the surrounding skin. The nail is intact, just really messy!

    Bella Nails - othersalons - Updated June 2026

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