Great back facial. Student was extremely knowledgeable about processs, skin natural exfoliation, product effect on skin and correct product recommendation for each client need. Everything done professionally I assume instruction and standards are well instructed here. Would recommend. read more

This is a great and affordable location to get a pedicure. Because it is a school, it does not have the plush spa chairs and tubs with jet water but the experience is still nice. For a male that is not looking for anything special, it is relatively low price in comparison to other locations. Under 30 dollars without tip. They do also offer polishes and gels for those that are looking for something nicer. I would agree with other posts that the location is a bit difficult to find (6th floor). Still, it is worth it if you are in the area and have time to relax. read more

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my gel nails didnt last more than a week without the edges starting to lift but the staff are super friendly and students are very proactive with their care come for the experience not the gel read more

Parking is a nightmare, but the students are professional and well supervised. Keep in mind they don't use electric drills plus they are learning, so everything usually takes twice as long. read more

Head instructor Ms.Bri does great job watch what students doing " and they always have and create great students . We love to get all kind of sessions here at school . We appreciate price they keep and high quality service and very polite students . I highly recommended either learn from this school or come to get service !! read more

Honolulu Nails & Aesthetics Academy - Great school and reasonable - Cosmetology Schools Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

10 lashes now, it hurts to see my lashes fall out with the extensions most of them seem to come from my left eye so the right eye looks a bit fuller, the unevenness is not pleasant to see. read more

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Thank you HNA for giving me this opportunity to be a part of your Online Esthetics Program. I want to thank my instructor Ms. Mashae for being patient and being so helpful. Thank you Ms. Yuko for always accommodating. It took me longer than expected but having an online self-paced program allowed me to be present with my children and still able to push through it. This year, 2022 is for making goals happen and this part of the step wouldn't be possible if it wasn't for this online program option. read more

Honolulu Nails & Aesthetics Academy - Cosmetology Schools Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I've gone here a few times to save money. Frankly it's sketchy at best, kinda dirty, not a nice atmosphere, students goofing off/making a lot of noise in the background, and they ALWAYS have to move your appointment when you schedule something. Parking is really limited and stressful because of the Costco. Would recommend Makana Aesthetics and Skin Institute International if you're looking for good price and better experience. read more

Jascha was amazing. My lashes normally do not hold well but I wanted to get them lifted/tinted to go off island. She did a lash lift and tint on me and it turned out so pretty and my lashes have never looked better. Overall, she is was great at walking though the process/ asking my opinion and can not wait to see what she does in the future! Parking is hard to find but that is not in business control so come early:) read more

I was a nail student here May 2019 with my GI bill. Ms. Jes was extremely professional and knowledgeable. No favoritism what so ever. It's a fast pace learning environment for full time students. Students should expect to mostly complete pedicure services, gel and regular polish. Don't expect to be an expert with acrylic application as the school only teaches basic application. The school owner Ms. Yuko is very kind and responds quickly to all emails. She works great with GI bill students. I passed my nail state exam, this school is a great preparation for the exam. read more

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I recently had just finished my online course with this school. Learning online made things easier for me with my schedule. My instructor was Ms. Kris, and she is amazing! She was very clear, helpful, and always helped me improve my skills with constructive criticism. Ms. Kris is very passionate about her work and helping students and it really motivated me to work and get through everything! I had a family emergency and she noticed I hadn't been that active and checked in on my well being. A course can give you all the right tools and lessons, but a great teacher is what really makes the difference! Even after completing my course, she is still helping me! Truly recommend giving this school a shot, they really care that their students succeed! read more

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My 1st time here & I had a wonderful experience!!! Scheduling was easy, they were kind enough to squeeze my friend & me in for an appointment 45 minutes prior to our arrival. Paying $10 for gel color on my hands I was blown away @ the care & time that Lei put in to the service she gave!!! She cleaned my cuticles..very very well, cut of dead skin, & added oil at the end for moisture. In addition to my student tech being fun & loving, she did a great job at application! For the price, I got better treatment than I do at the nail salon I usually go to..& the place I typically go to is on point! Highly recommend Lei & the Nail Academy for excellent service!! *And know that you are supporting the students in futuring their education/dreams as well! *Dont forget to tip if they do a great job ;) read more

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My boyfriend and I called because we were in the area and they were able to see us within a half hour. The students take their time to do a good job and the instructor manning the floor is professional and friendly. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a budget friendly treat for yourself or fun date! read more

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Well, i can't stop telling people about my experience at the Nail Academy. My son was getting married and so I decided to try the Academy, Wow, the professional students and their teacher were outstanding. I had my nails done 2.11.20 and I flew to Boston, everyone who i interacted with commented on my nails and when i told them how much i paid they asked where is this place. My nails look as good today 2.24.20 as they did the day i got them done. My thanks to Tory and her teacher for making my sons wedding so special for me. read more

I attended this school and was extremely pleased. The staff was very knowledgeable and pleasant. My class got along great and my instructor was so helpful. I have recommended this school to friends. read more

Honolulu Nails & Aesthetics Academy - Cosmetology Schools Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I have had an excellent experience get two facials at the Academy. I would recommend them to all. You can beat the price either!

So good! I had a first rate pedicure with a student that was extremely detailed and caring. Juri's goal was perfection for herself and for her client. This school is first rate. The instructor checks the student's progress and gives gentle suggestions and praise. It is certainly worth more than I paid. read more

How do I put into words just how much I loved(!) the last two and a half months at HNL? For someone who left school exactly 20 years ago, I was apprehensive up until the very first day of class. I Never enjoyed the "confines" of a classroom as an adolescent and really can't recall a day I studied for a test or did my homework (apart from copying off a classmate). As soon as I graduated, I farewelled the idea school Forever and left the conventional life for a very non conventional one that took me all over world many times over with no more than a backpack. Even though I lived a simple life, there was something about nails that just had me. Even when I lived by myself on a farm in what Kiwis (New Zealanders) call a "batch", which is basically a shed, chopping my firewood for heating and cooking, I still had my nails polished in such an array of lacquers! Long story short, after over ten years of vagabonding around, I settled 7/8 years ago in Honolulu. The idea of being a nail tech was really resonating in me by this time, especially living for the first time in a cosmopolitan city, but I Kept making excuses. Ringing up the school periodically to inquire and then backing out again and again. Then Finally the stars aligned for this free spirit in cosmic unity and there I was enrolling in school!? It was upon meeting (in order from how they were standing as I entered) Miss Michelle, Miss Jess, and Mr Jay, that I knew I was making the right decision, even if I didn't "really" know. It was like walking into a unique home. I enrolled as a full time student and really devoted myself, which was made easier because of the school's instructor Miss Jess... Oh Miss Jess... She is truly so much more than a teacher, so much more than a renowned nail tech. She is a thought provoking, dynamic, gem. If there is another teacher (or human) out there half as epic as her, I need to know! She and her sparkling sidekick Miss Michelle are a plethora of knowledge and patience (thank god bc I'm a "baby steps" kind of learner). From the technical aspect, to the artistic/creative, to real salon experiences they keep it interesting. Not one classroom day was stale or stagnant. It was alive. Mr Jay is very easy to talk to if you have any questions or just want to talk about Anything at all, he is down! As far as the vibe of my classmates, I feel so blessed. Talk about a diverse, interesting(!) group of women whom I hope to know for a Long time! It's a beautiful thing watching not just your own growth, but the collective growth of individuals on the same direction. Ok, I don't want to turn this review into a boring novel, so I will conclude. My experience was a Priceless one. I just wish it were longer. I am really gone miss my Monday-Fridays with my HNA family. So this was my experience. If you are open and bring to the table positivity and a desire you will get a lot out of going! Bonus: Eaton square is a pleasant location. Everyone at the Food Pantry (where you can conveniently pick up lunch) is super nice! Plus there are several koi ponds, nice banyan trees, a duck, and other useful businesses. read more

If you are thinking of taking the plunge, this is definitely the place to do it. From an extremely diverse administration to the very intimate classroom structure I wouldn't have chosen any other school. The teacher 'Ms. Jes' remains neutral while still being sensitive to each person's needs, sometimes without you even being aware that she's doing it. Her teaching style speaks to every style of learning. This will remain one of the wisest investments I've made in my life as I am on way to becoming a business owner and I graduated just a little over a month and a half ago. A great way to empower yourself! read more

My new pedi spot! Woo-hoo! However, you must remember that this is indeed a school-- so keep that in mind. That being said, I had a great experience at this place. The manager is very nice and accommodating and I got a great, simple pedicure for $15 ($20 with tip). The only drawback is that the place is indeed a school, so the chairs are not fancy (no massage features), the foot soaks are hand filled, and the pedicure took a rather long time due to the fact that the instructor checks all of the steps and assists quite a bit (she seems like a very good teacher!). The place is very clean and friendly, and you can't beat the price. Make sure you book in advance if you can. Also, they are open on weekends too. Parking is in Eaton Square. Recommend! read more

I have to give this school 2 stars because for the amount of money that was paid and the amount of stupidity that went on, but far the worst school experience I've had. The hands on education with Ms. Jes, was wonderful. She really knows her craft. If you pay attention and ask questions when you don't understand you will learn a lot. Downfalls though... Why do home study students pay the same amount as full time students? Thas a rip! Now as a full time student for the price paid you really so get your money's worth. In the morning the instructor actually sits there and reads to you word for word line by line from the book. What other a school does that? But as a part time (which I was) I only came in for practical so I'm there from 12:15 to 4 so why was I charged the same amount? Parking is kind of a bummer too, you can either park on the street and pay the meter or park in the garage and pay 6$ a day (9 hour rate), pay by the hour ,or pay a monthly fee. (Expensive) Mr. Jay, is a big part of why I gave the school such a low rating. He's the office manager/ one of the instructors, he starts of like cool guy pretty personable, but watch him as he has no filter. He picks and chooses who he's nice to based on twisted reasons that he conjures up. He was so blatantly rude that other students started to feel that being rude to other students in the class was a exceptable behavior. It almost seems that he so badly wants to have something to say and doesn't know what to say that he just blurts. What makes this school hard is that he and Ms. Jes are married so if you have problems with one of them you don't really feel comfortable to get advice as to how to handle the problem because it's like your complaining to someone's spouse about there spouses behavior. Lastly, I understand that when your dealing with a bunch of women is a small space that there's going to be drama, but at the end of the day no student should be allowed to continually disrupt and be allowed to continue to attend the program. You nip the situation in the bud real quick, you take the student to the side find out what the problem is and if the problem persist then you as them to stop coming point blank period. You either give them the rest of there money back or stop taking payment from the student. It's not fair to the rest of the students who are paying there hard earned money and having to deal with the major drama. This school would be amazing minus mr. Jay and they need to cut the confusion before it gets out of control. read more

GO here only if u have lots of time and patience..i went here yesterday to get a manicure done,,the lady who gave me an appointment did tell me that the students are a little slow but i dint know that they would take 1 and half hour just to do manicure...and they are students still learning ,don't expect them to be perfect...i paid 13$ for it which i think is a lot for the service,,hy hands still look like i dint get a manicure done,my cuticles are not neatly done and pushed way too back,left the dead skin and polished on top of it,,and applied cream while massaging and forgot to wipe it with the towel..i went here only because its close to my place,,would never go back again.. read more