I was happy with this place! I requested gel x manicure and a regular pedicure which took a total…read moreof 2 hours. I think Vu did a great job. My nails look as similar to my inspo pic as you could get! The attention to detail was great and the whole process was amazing. I def recommend this place!

My partner and I have been to Vu three times (four manicures.)…read more Over those three appointments, not one has started on time, each time Vu has been at least fifteen minutes behind. The two Gel manicures my partner received came out beautifully, so if you're not on a time crunch and that is all you are looking for, you will walk out happy. My first visit was a fill, as the integrity of my previous Gel-X was maintained, and overall both the fill, shaping, and nail are were satisfactory. I needed a new set on this visit, and things went downhill quickly. I pointed out that numerous nails were too narrow, and it was shrugged off (some builder gel was placed on the sides, but nothing further.) He then tried to push acrylic on me, and laughed when I expressed that acrylic does not work for me, and I had not previously had issues with Gel-X over nearly two years. I would have walked out if I had the option. As a result, not a single pair of fingers is consistent (as pictured,) the "stiletto" tips are not centered, the shaping is horribly unflattering on my hands, not one nail has a proper apex due to the initial application being significantly longer than the length I expressed I would want. The "cat-eye" I paid additional for is barely noticeable. At least the color itself is pretty. Back to the drawing board, as my quest for a competent apres gel-x tech in the area now continues.

I didn't know what I was missing until I found Amanda at Nail Creations!!! I feel like I was…read morewasting my money all those years at the small mom and pop nail salons. Amanda's techniques, knowledge of nail health, and quality of products has changed my view on the importance of having your nails done properly. She is the sweetest! Her salon is so clean and she is creative!! Most of all she is extremely affordable!!

Amanda is the best! I've been going to her for awhile now and am always impressed by her skills…read more She does beautiful work and I would highly recommend her!

Linda works solo and gives excellent personalized service. I like her Charming Sweet Pedicure, and…read moreit's so relaxing - my feet look and feel pretty and soft when I leave. She's personable and skilled, and always checks on my comfort level multiple times during a session. Her setup is extremely clean and hygienic which I also appreciate. Paying is a breeze - if you don't have cash she will take Venmo (my preference) and possibly other forms of e-payment. I've seen Linda's mani and pedi work on others, and it's lovely. I tend to keep it simple with one color, but she can do complex nail techniques and nail art if that's your preference. She uses high quality products and I can see and feel the difference. She stays quite busy (so book well ahead of time!) and will still do her best to fit in last minute appointment requests. She's one of the best kept secrets in this area!

A really wonderful experience! This is a one-woman shop, so you'll have to book your appointment…read morebeforehand, but luckily everything is very clear and convenient online! Small note that there is a mani/pedi combo package towards the bottom of the list - I tried multiple times to book both a mani and pedi at the same time (and failing) before realizing! Parking downtown depending on the time of day can be a little challenging, but it is towards the end of downtown which makes it a little easier. Charming Nail Shop is located on the second floor, and there are two seats to wait at inside if she's finishing up with previous clients! You can pick a color while you wait - her variety is pretty extensive, and she recommended me to try a polish with "diamond finish" that truly held up flawlessly for almost three weeks, and is still holding up strong as I grew out my nails for the next three months lol. Mani and pedi were both really relaxing experiences - the soak and massage was lovely, and she made great conversation (out of this introvert!) to pass the time. My appointment did take longer than planned but I enjoyed the little spa moment for me. Thanks again for the great experience, would highly recommend for others to try out for a special relaxing moment!

I have been going Lavender oasis for a while now! Kat is amazing! She takes her time and ensures…read morethat the work is done perfectly! I recommend scheduling an appointment with her!

this is the best nail salon around! i am very picky and have tried so many salons around the tri…read morevalley but lavender oasis blows them all out of the water!! Hazel always does a great job and never gives me a hard time about being picky!! Loaan always does a great job on my mom's nails!!Amy does the best pedicures!! and Mimi the owner is kind to everyone and takes great care of us regulars!! i highly recommend lavender oasis!!

It was my first time at La Barra, I heard about them through a close friend. I scheduled with…read moreSierra and my experience was nothing short of amazing. I was super relaxed, Sierra was so thorough during the service and shared different options with me to make sure I left with exactly the set I wanted. I can tell she wasn't using the typical cheap grade products found at most nail salons. You can tell during the service she really cares for your overall nail health. As you can see in the picture and boomerang, the shape, color and design was on point. I love her attention to detail. The salon itself was really clean, pretty, and aesthetically pleasing. I look forward to coming back for my fill.

First, I'm a stickler about EVERYTHING. Stephanie is amazing. She is insanely detail oriented,…read moregentle, and thorough!!! Second, she's a sweetheart!!! She was diligent with my pedicure and didn't rush through any step. I gave her a $35 tip to seal the deal! This was my first time with her. I'll be back in two weeks (even though the gel lasts 4 weeks!) Muchisimas gracias a Stephanie

This is my second time coming to Vee & I honestly can't recommend her enough!!!! From the moment I…read morewalked in, she was so welcoming, professional, and attentive. She takes her time to make sure everything looks perfect and never makes you feel rushed. Her attention to detail is genuinely amazing & you can truly tell she cares about her work and her clients. Vee is so sweet, easy to talk to, and makes you feel comfortable throughout the entire appointment. She listened to exactly what I wanted and somehow made them turn out even better than I imagined. The shape, design, and overall quality are flawless!

I absolutely love Vee. She is so sweet, genuinely talented, and FAST which is huge when you're…read moresqueezing in an appointment on a busy day. I used to only do pedicures, which always lasted forever with zero chipping, but over the last few months I've started doing a Gel-X + dip combo with cat eye and I'm obsessed. I have never had a successful gel manicure that didn't lift within a week... until Vee. Whatever her technique is, these nails are staying on unless you literally break one. Vee is super friendly and chatty, and personally I love that. I genuinely enjoy our time every visit and it never feels rushed or awkward. The studio is in her home, but it's completely separate and downstairs -- just the garage and her nail space. It's all pink, pretty, private, and zen, and she always plays great music. It truly does not feel like you're in someone's house at all. One thing to note: this is a one-person business, so timing matters. If you want a longer pedicure with extra massage, just let her know ahead of time so she can plan properly. I love Vee and I love my nails every single time. Highly recommend.

I've been getting my nails done here for about 5 months now and the work is always exceptional. I…read morelike to use chrome, and they are always so patient with me while I try the different chrome colors. They've even sampled a color combination on a fake nail for me to make sure it was what I wanted before we started on my nails. The quality of work, service, and environment are excellent.

The service was quick and efficient. I like that they are right on the strip of Main St. bae and I…read morejust came here to drop our son off at the Alameda County Fair to be with his friends and we had some margarita couple blocks down and came here for a feet retreat. Reasonable price at $35 for their Traditional Pedicure, for gel it is an additional $15. I guess I am going with regular. Kim was my girl. Love the foot and leg massage. Went with Hot Pink for our uncanny summer heat. It won't last long but I'll do my best to maintain it. They were pretty full when we were already seated, not much conversation going on. English is very limited. However i do notice if you aren't a regular or Asian, you won't be spoken too. They sometimes prefer catering to others, that's just the real truth. It doesn't bother me. You'll know if they are talking about you or not. lol It was fun for both bae and I to actually sit by side to get our pedicure and cuticles cleaned.

Fiona was great. Fast, accurate and detailed with my gel & builder mani which cost $44…read moreShe went to the edges and even added an extra layer of color to make it stand out just that much more. My reg pedi was good. I don't remember her name tho. Also accurate and payed attention to details. It cost $33. It was a cute & clean salon. The massage chair was not as strong as I like but that's not a biggie. I'd recommend this place!

Always amazing and love that Fiona brave to try crazy requests , latest one is the back and red…read morecat's eye polish - I was giddy!

If I could give Ann Marie more stars I would!! I showed up unannounced on a Saturday morning before…read moreshe even opened her shop and scared the poor lady. My best friend and I were hoping to get mani/pedis following our tea time next door. She was sooo accommodating and open to take us right after our lunch. We had the whole place to ourselves and for this mama of 3, was just the rest and relaxation I needed. We were pampered in a massage chair for our pedis and received the most thorough treatment. My toes were super embarrassing - not having had a pedi for months and she was just soo sweet and did not leave any stone unturned. We received lavender scrub and had a glass of wine during our treatments. Ann Marie has an awesome machine that shakes your body and gets your blood flowing after sitting down for long periods. The manicure was equaling relaxing and thorough. It's almost a week and a half after our treatment and my mani/pedi is still going strong - no chips (and my nails are constantly under water). I had THE best time and loved chatting all day with Ann Marie. Editing because I forgot to mention that she had the most amazing tunes on all day long! And the checkout process was seamless - easy payment right thru Venmo! If you're looking for a relaxing, private day of pampering Ann Marie will hook you up!!

I am besotted by my wholistic experience. Mind you I only booked a mani pedi and here I am starting…read moremy Yelp review like the closing statement of an episode of GOT. seriously though , the whole process from booking to paying was flawless. I book a 9.35 amAppointment ; I was greeted by Anne Marie in her mysterious boutique that reminded me of Mary Poppins bag - and that is a huge compliment by the way- and then the pampering began from a true nail technician I had shellac mani and waved good bye to my shellac pedi under Anne Marie's wise advise. Conversation and tunes flew by. I was done by 12.30. Two hours of intensive massaging, thorough prepping, precise advising and perfect applying. Anne Marie also does waxing and spray tanning - the latter always reminds me of the "one Mississippi " episode in Friends. Anyhow. This is is it. In the heart of Ptown - not rows of conversation less manicured women stuck on their phone, but a true one on one worth your precious time and $90. A must.

You guys... I have never been to anywhere else that my gel nails would be last for months like…read morehere! They use high quality of nail polish and their nail technicians are super pay attention to details. I usually do my nails with Joyce. She's really nice and skilled. The vibe is clean and friendly. There's no smells of any chemical, al, or nails polish like somewhere else. The price wise, I think it depends on you, but here you get what you paid for. Why don't pay a bit extra for a last longer beautiful nails!

Booked a manicure for my daughter. She loved it! The people were so nice and patient, offered great…read moresuggestions too.