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    Great Nails

    2.5 (62 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

    Services - Great Nails

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Nail fill-in

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    I prefer to take pics on a week old gel Polish to better showcase. This is OPI gel Polish in black or "den" Lol
    Kassie E.

    I've reached an all time low in my nail spa journey. I've taken up Vietnamese in order to better communicate with my nail tech (if you can't beat 'em, join em?) it was still a struggle I kno damn well Helen understood my "Xiang chao" and "tam biet" and yes I'll take "den" (black) polish. I'm trying! I'm just an ignorant American looking to connect and communicate to get my nails done properly anyway google translate made the Language barrier worse. My nails came out great though (after repeatedly asking for OPI gel in "den" or "black" like twenty million times. Maybe ThiTrang (as her name read on her displayed nail tech license) was in disbelief that someone would paint their nails all black. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Anyway. I only have two chips and that's step above chipping the next day as previous salons have failed me. I consider that a win. But docked two stars for feigning to misunderstand my terrible Vietnamese pronunciations lol

    Broken after 4 days
    Peggi S.

    Zero stars Chipped on 2 thumbs could only take picture one at a time. Daughter's chipped the next day same area and finger. Never again will I visit this shop. Also you'll see photo for broken mail after 4 days!!!!

    Cuticle infection
    Dara L.

    I have an infection in my cuticle from the salon tech cutting my cuticle too deep. This was my second time having a bad experience at this salon, I thought it could've just been a one time occurrence but unfortunately this will be my last time coming here.

    Two weeks later manicure doing good.

    Great Nails in Bowie is just that.... Great. Will return again really soon for mani and a paraffin pedi!

    Not great job...
    Jen N.

    Okok place. Guy acted like he was opening a new sterilized set of tools for my pedi. Had to insist on actual sterilized set. A struggle. Guy went through the motions when doing my pedi and mani... would probably recommend either Kathy or Helen when I asked a regular next to me who she usually went to. I will not come here again. I had two regulars recommend this place though... so I was surprised to see subpar work.

    Ireyna P.

    Amy was awesome! Yesterday was my first time going to Great nails and I can honestly say that I won't be going anywhere else. I recently stopped getting acrylic on my nails and she actually told me how to take care of them. She recommended that I get silk wraps to protect my nails from breaking, instead of telling me that I need acrylic - like most of them do. She also wasn't stingy with the UV light when I got gel nail polish... Pleasantly surprised! I you need a professional place to get your nails done, definitely check out Great Nails :)

    Asy H.

    If I could rate a negative review I would. The male who answers the phone and greets customers gave me a full set with dip powder. He glued the nails on crookedly and did a horrible job filing. I will never return. I was in a rush because I needed to attend a wedding. Never again. Waste of money.

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    Crofton Nail Spa

    Crofton Nail Spa

    4.2(27 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    Most relaxing nail appointment I've ever had! I did not once feel the stressful -get in & get out-…read morehustle that I've always experienced at nail salons. This place was beautiful, calm, clean, and super friendly. Ken did exactly what I asked for, and the other staff all seemed just as great. I will definitely be back!

    I was a customer for about 5 months. No problem with dip powder until I decided to try the gel set…read morecalled "Tiana Collection" As Ken started the set, I noticed a burning sensation after the 2nd nail was done. I let him know it was burning and suggested he lower the UV light that he used to set the gel. He mentioned that the light only had 1 setting and that he couldn't change it. As he continued, I suggested to move the heated UV lamp further away from my nail bed as the temperature and position he had it in was burning my nail bed. I mentioned this as a reminder several times. When I got home that evening, I had to take Tylenol and add ice to my nails to sooth the burning sensation. At this point, I was concerned because the burning radiated from my fingers up my arms. Went the at shop opened, I contacted Ken to let him know what happened. He had me come in to remove the gel. I also asked for compensation, at least a percentage of my money back or have him do dip set later. Jennifer told me they took the gel set off, and took time doing my nails, so there was no compensation or refund of any kind. I suggested to file an insurance claim as this was an injury due to a product they provided. She told me insurance will not pay for it and she didn't see whether I deserved a refund. I have never experienced this sort of hospitality or service at any nail salon. I came here as a referral from a coworker. While still getting familiar with this area, I thought this place would offer great service. If you are thinking of getting nails done at here, be aware because it's not about customer service it's more about money for them. I always wondered why fee for services changed often when I got the same thing each time. Hidden fees no consideration for how they treat their customers. Deluxe pedi and gel with 2 horrible nail designs totaled - $145 and still burning from lamp. Go someplace else. UPDATE: Several hours later, Jennifer, the owner, left me a voicemail asking me to call her back. I returned the call believing she might offer an apology, discount, or some form of resolution. Instead, the conversation focused on my review and why I had posted it. She reiterated that because I chose the service, I was not entitled to any compensation. When I suggested continuing the discussion after she finished with her customer, she declined and continued explaining why she would not provide a refund, discount, or credit. This entire experience was disappointing. Mistakes and adverse reactions can happen, but what stood out to me was being told, "I'm not going to argue with you," when I was simply expressing surprise and concern about what had happened. I was not arguing at all, and the comment felt dismissive. I was left wondering whether I was being treated differently, possibly because I am an African American woman. Regardless of the reason, I did not feel heard or respected during the conversation. Reactions can happen, but how a business responds to a customer who has been injured or harmed by a service says a lot about its values. Unfortunately, I felt dismissed, blamed, and left without any Potential customers should be aware of my experience and make their own informed decision. Wow

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    Bowie Nails and Spa - Acrylic Fill In by Avril

    Bowie Nails and Spa

    4.0(21 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    The salon itself is quite pleasant, however, my nail technician, Aaliyah, I do not intend to book…read morewith her again. I found her demeanor to be rather impolite, and she was frequently using her phone throughout my service. Furthermore, if you are seeking a dipping powder service, I would advise requesting a different technician, as Aaliyah seemed to strongly encourage a gel builder instead. However, I maintained my preference, as I believe a service should always prioritize the client's wishes rather than the technician's convenience or potential upselling. Despite this experience, I do plan to return to the salon. I will, however, be much more discerning when selecting my nail technician next time. I observed other technicians who appeared very attentive and engaged with their clients, rather than being preoccupied with their phones. In summary, my one-star rating is specifically for Aaliyah's service. However, I would give the salon's overall ambiance, atmosphere, and the owners four stars. Four stars because I found the music selection to be somewhat inappropriate. I would suggest considering music with more family-friendly lyrics, particularly given the presence of younger patrons. Otherwise, I will be returning for the positive aspects of the salon.

    I came in with my bonus daughter for a girls' day to get simple pedicures around 4:00 PM. The salon…read morewas not packed--there were clients being serviced and only about two people waiting. Unfortunately, the experience went downhill immediately. The woman at the front desk was extremely unprofessional, wearing a durag and greeting us with a noticeable attitude. When we said we wanted pedicures, she bluntly responded, "We can't take you today," and turned us away--no explanation, no offer to schedule a later time, and not even a basic goodbye. The lack of customer service was unacceptable. First impressions matter, and this one was poor. We ended up going across the street to Allure Nail Spa, where we were taken within five minutes and received top-tier service. That experience made the contrast even more disappointing. I found Bowie Nail and Spa on TikTok and expected much better. Based on this visit, I would not return. Tip: Train your front desk staff on basic customer service. You never know who is walking through your doors.

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    The Village Nail Bar

    The Village Nail Bar

    3.3(311 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    I'm telling you! I need to start listening to my gut!! Lmao!…read more The last pedicure I had, it's just the owner and her husband working in the shop. Both provide wonderful service!! However on my last visit, I noticed the husband just blowing his nose...no tissues, no napkins...scarfs hanker chefs nothing- just out into the air!! I was so disgusted!!! So here I am back to where I can RELAX and be comfortable with getting a pedicure... No germs flying around...just welcoming and friendly staff catering to us for our moment of self care. This place has been consistent for 7 years now...it's hard to find good and although quite a few have come and gone...there's still a good few who provide excellent quality service. Appreciate them for always welcoming me back...with open arms. Happy Yelping!!

    I can't believe I never reviewed my go-to spot! This is my nail salon. I've been coming here for…read morewell over 15 years, and even though I'll occasionally try somewhere else when my schedule doesn't line up, I always end up right back here. My nail tech, Lupe, is the absolute sweetest. We always catch up and laugh ("keke") whenever I'm in her chair, and she's the only person I trust with my feet. Seriously... nobody does my pedicures like Lupe. They recently moved into a new building, and it's beautiful. They're still putting the finishing touches on the renovations, but it's already a huge upgrade. One thing I especially love is that they have private service areas for clients like me who prefer a quieter, more relaxing experience instead of sitting in the middle of a crowded salon. This is my definition of self-care: sinking into one of their plush massage chairs, sipping on a mimosa, enjoying a piece of chocolate, and letting Lupe work her magic. Yes, they're a little pricier than some of the competition, but you get what you pay for. I was at another salon recently for over four hours and wasn't even offered a bottle of water. Village Nail Bar would NEVER!!!!!

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    The Village Nail Bar - Bulky and chipped on the side

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    Great Nails - othersalons - Updated September 2026

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