I've had 3 Russian manicures at Olena's salon since February, and I've been consistently impressed with the quality of her work. 2 of my appointments were with Olena herself, and one was with Lya, who is no longer at Helena Nails. My manicures with Olena have been incredibly durable. I wash my hands a lot and am hard on my nails, but I've had no lifting whatsoever, and my Russian manicures routinely last 6+ weeks while still looking great. My nails naturally curve downward as they grow longer, but Olena does an excellent job shaping and applying hard gel on them so they look balanced and don't develop that downward bend. She's also incredibly detail oriented and efficient with her hard gel application and cuticle detailing, which makes my manicures look clean, polished, and long lasting. Her combination of precision and efficiency is one of the main reasons I go to see her whenever I'm back home in LA. The only con is that the salon is fairly small with only 2 manicure stations and 1 pedicure station. As her popularity continues to grow, I imagine appointments may become harder to book. Also, she currently accepts payment through Zelle only, so be sure to have it set up before your appointment! I'll be back in a few months for my next appt with her! :) read more

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Olena has been the best nail tech I have worked with. The retention, quality, and attention to detail have been impressive! I have gone to more than three techs since I moved here to California, and no one compares! I truly recommend her and her team! read more

Helena Nails Studio - My birthday nails! - Nail Salons Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

I spotted the sign "Russian Manicure" on the window and I shared this info with my Russian born girlfriend . This nail studio is run by a Ukrainian lady Helena. This is a real Russian Manicure, not to be confused with the standard quick and dirty standard manicure that the vast majority of salons offer. As a man, I can see the difference in the finished work - the gel is smooth as glass, the cuticles carefully cleaned, fingernails uniformly shaped. You pay a little more but well worth it !!!! read more

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I love coming here. Olana is so good clean and fast. She always knows what I need and has beautiful colors read more

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I'm so happy I saw Helena Nail Studio's RUSSIAN MANICURE sign in the window as I was driving on Los Al Blvd the other day. I got my nails done today and it exceeded my expectations! I'd recommend Helena Nails Studio for high quality, cleanliness, modern equipment and professionalism. read more

Helena Nails Studio - My new manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

Highly recommend going to Olena for your manicure/pedicure needs! As a former nail biter, I have very short nail beds with almost none existent side walls. I've always opted for extensions without necessarily wanting the length. Coming in, I wasn't sure whether to get extensions or opt for the "modeling" option. Olena talked me through what I wanted and we ended up going with the modeling. I was really impressed by her technique and attention to detail. Cuticle care was out of this world and everything was applied to perfection. Don't wait! Book that appointment read more

Helen is great. Her attention to detail is fabulous. Her skills result in beautiful nails. Will becoming back and recommending her to my friends and family in the area. 100% recommend her for beautiful Russian manicures. read more

Helena Nails Studio - Hard gel natural color for my wedding - Nail Salons Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

I came to get my nails done I thought I was going to get them done my Helena, I needed a last minute nail job as my boyfriend and I were going somewhere. I was seen by someone else. All my nails were uneven meaning all my nails were different sizes, they were thick. Two of my nails are peeling already. It's been not even a whole 24 hours. 190 for my mani pedi and I don't feel satisfied. I feel like she should have told me she wasn't available and I would have waited to get my nails done with her. I had come home to make them thinner and to file them even. Russian manicures are very expensive and I did not receive the quality I paid for. Again 190 is not cheap. I understand some people are beginning, but she should let people know that someone else would be doing my nails. Could I of walked out and changed my mind yes, but I figured since there's NO PLACE that does Russian manicures it would be Fantastic and since I had a dinner to go to I couldn't go anywhere else. Pasadena and San Diego i is so far, but I should have just went to where I'm familiar with. I'm sad this is what I got for 190. Other than that the studio is clean and doesn't smell of hard chemicals. read more

Helena Nails Studio - My peeling nails and look at the shape. - Nail Salons Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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Had a manicure by Olga. It's the longest lasting manicure I've ever had, so always just thought my nails don't hold gel well.... So happy to have found this place!! read more

Just got my first Russian manicure and I'm in awe! Olena is a master at her work and she did the most beautiful manicure I've ever had. I can't believe these are my hands. I LOVE my nails! Thank you so much Olena! read more

First time doing a Russian manicure 10 out of 10. I usually do acrylic nails went with olena for the first time and definitely coming back. You never know the difference until you actually try something new and my nails look natural and my cuticles look amazing.! If you're thinking about it, definitely recommend a hidden gem in Los Alamitos. !! read more

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Today I had my very first experience getting a Russian manicure and pedicure with Olena. I am very happy with the excellent service and amazing experience I received. Olena was very welcoming and made me feel so comfortable from the very moment I stepped into her nail boutique. She is very knowledgeable, pays so much attention to detail, yet quickly and efficiently. After today, I will not just go to those regular salons any longer. read more

She's so amazing I've been driving to LA to get my nails done for the last 2 years. TRUST ME she does a technique so high quality over your natural nails she's phenomenal trust me I'm SO picky. read more

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I love my summer nails! I've been going to Helena for 2 years now and she's the best! Quality is consistent, easy scheduling, competitive pricing. Definitely check out her Los Alamitos location. It's really nice. read more

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Loved my experience! The salon was nice and the quality of my Russian manicure was top tier. I will be back soon!

The best Russian manicure! My nails have never looked so clean. Helena is friendly, up to date on the latest treatments and makes you feel relaxed! Highly recommend if you want flawless nails - I found my forever nail tech in OC! read more

Helena Nails Studio - Russian manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

I've been to many salons, but this one is by far the best. The nail technician is very nice, knowledgeable, and super professional. These are the best nails I've ever gotten done in Los Angeles. I highly recommend! read more

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Amazing Russian hard gel manicure So clean and detailed. Highly recommend Lena is great read more

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This is my first-ever Yelp review, and I couldn't wait to write it because this nail salon truly deserves all the love! I recently had a Russian manicure done by Olena, and let me just say--my nails have never looked this clean, polished, and perfect. Olena is a true artist and a perfectionist in the best way. She took her time, paid attention to every detail, and made sure I was 100% happy with the shape, color, and overall look. The Russian manicure she gave me was so precise and flawless--my cuticles are smooth, my nails look elongated, and the finish is just chef's kiss. The salon itself is super clean, calming, and beautifully maintained. It's the kind of place that makes you feel relaxed the second you walk in. Olena was welcoming, and the whole experience felt like a treat. If you've been searching for a place that does Russian manicures right--especially with someone as talented as Olena--look no further. I've officially found my forever nail spot! read more

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Amazing attention to detail for a Russian manicure and got exactly what I asked for! Will be coming back for a pedicure!

I used to go to a nail shop in Los Angeles, but one Sunday after mass, I stumbled upon Olena--and I'm so glad I did. Her Russian manicure skills are next-level: flawless cuticles, sculpted shapes, and glossy finish. read more

Wow! Definitely recommend you come here and get your Russian manicure with Helena. It was my first time and she did my nails so perfect I love them. read more

Omg I can't say enough good things about her! She does such an incredible job. I work as a bartender and I've never been able to find someone who does nails that last in my line of work. They always break day one and ever since I've been coming to her religiously. She's so precious and so sweet. Can't say enough good things about her! I never remember to take photos but take my word for it loll, these are from today :) read more

I've been going to Helena for my nails and I can honestly say--she's the best! Not only is she incredibly talented, but she also really listens. No matter how wild or detailed my nail ideas are, she's always up for the challenge and somehow brings them to life even better than I imagined. Creative, patient, and always on point--highly recommend if you want nails that are anything but boring! read more

Helena Nails Studio - My cool manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

First time getting a Russian manicure and she did not disappoint. My nails came out so beautiful and I can't wait to go back! read more

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Helena was so professional, super detailed, so accommodating to my son who came with me to the appointment. It's been over 2 weeks and my nails are in perfect condition. I'll be going back next month! read more

I got my nails done with Helen last week and I couldn't be more satisfied. She's meticulous with her work and is very patient. I think I went back and forth about which color I wanted like 10 times. I love that she offers rubber base gel manicures, they last anywhere from 3-4 weeks without chipping. She also has a ton of colors to choose from. Do yourself a favor and book an appointment with her! read more