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    Elegant Nail Salon

    4.1 (84 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons, Waxing
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Services - Elegant Nail Salon

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

    Bikini wax

    Waxing

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    Classic mani - OPI color You're Such a BudaPest
    Kathy V.

    Another great experience here. We had our gel removed and went with classic manis for a change. Love the quality, the friendliness, the atmosphere of the shop. Very nice people doing excellent work at reasonable prices. It's our place and we highly recommend them. And unlike some other shops in the area, they are open Sunday.

    It's only been 24 hours since I got a manicure at Elegant Nails

    I got a mani-pedi yesterday and two fingernails are already chipped. It cost $50, which is way overpriced for the mediocre service I received. It also smells like cigarettes and incense in there, so I won't return.

    gel manicure
    Abril D.

    I came for a walk-in during the evening after work and was seated pretty quickly. They had so many colors to choose from, it was so hard to choose. The woman who attended me was super detailed in the nail prep (filing, cuticle removal, etc.) which I really appreciated! I was in and out within an hour, had a positive experience my first time there. Would definitely go back again!

    Diane L.

    My normal nail tech had an emergency so I had to find a place to hold me over until she's back. This place was great. The team was super nice and even complimented my burger bag. I would go here again because they didn't over file my nails. Other places I feel the heat from the drill. Also no one was there so I just walked in. They had so many colors.

    The next morning :(

    Went there for the first time yesterday, would never go back. The next morning noticed a big bubble in both thumbs which ripped open and underneath was sticky polish. $65 plus tip for full acrylic set that didn't even last a day. Overpriced AND garbage.

    Black and white design
    Kathy J.

    Although there seems to be hundreds of nail salons in Oakland. This one has new owners who are really good at their craft and genuinely kind. Bring a photo in and Tommy can recreate anything. Hein and the other ladies are also gentle and perfectionist which is exactly what I search for in nail salons. The have a vast array of colors to select from! They are expanding their salon and super sweet for offering a discount.

    Gel Fill
    Precious W.

    I was in a pinch needing a fill and pedi before vacation and Elegant Nails were very accommodating. I had called 5 salons, some were closed and others were just too busy but Elegant Nails said I could come in and they'd take care of me and they did just that. It was a Calm, clean and peaceful environment. I got a gel fill and gel pedicure. I was in and out in an hour and 10 minutes. At no point did I feel rushed or that they took too long. I'll definitely be back. I got the perfect almond fill and I LOVE their color selection. I got a fun glittery pink on my toes that I had truly never seen before. 10/10

    Sahra K.

    Popped into this salon a few weeks ago for a quick repair and saw that they were under new ownership. Everyone is so kind and let me know that they are good at design so i came back today to try for a full manicure. Super cute valentines day nails! Their attention to detail was impeccable. I'll be back!

    Red Nails + Design
    Chardeney M.

    My nails love it here! I've been here twice and they just get me . I show them a photo from my pintrest board and WA-LA they bring my nails to life.

    My new gel set! So lovely. Natural but special!
    Kathleen R.

    Hien and Katie are the best! So professional and great at what they do. I was so relaxed by the time I was finished with my spa manicure and spa pedicure because of their lavender treatment. Would highly recommend to anyone in the Rockridge area

    Acrylic nails
    Claire B.

    I definitely recommend Elegant Nail Salon to anyone looking for a nice set of nails. All of the Staff were very kind, and my acrylics have lasted almost 3 weeks!

    Daloni J.

    My second experience at this salon was just as wonderful as the first. they're so kind and friendly and overall great people!

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    Great nail salon! They were able to seat me immediately. They were very nice and gave incredible long massages! My nails look beautiful.

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    Best nail salon, hands down and nails out! Be sure to book in advance and don't skip out on your appointment.

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