I was pleasantly surprised at the clean surroundings and calm peaceful atmosphere... I stumbled upon this nice place by accident... To my surprise it's lovely and the chairs for the pedicare were excellent to get a body massage while getting a pedi ... Very professional and the Hostess was very kind and helpful ( Wanda ) Nail tech ( tall guy ) very kind and efficient too.... Thanks La Vie Nails & Spa I'll be back read more

This place is great. I don't ever feel rushed. It gets busy but I never leave with bleeding cuticles or cuts because the nail techs take their time. And they do a great job. I love designs and they don't disappoint. Great vibes! read more

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I called ahead to ask if they had dip powder and was told they did so I went ahead and made an appt. Once I was settled in my chair, and was asked to pick my color, I was then told they only have clear dip powder and they go over it with gel. Gel chips faster on me so I was not happy about being mislead but since I was already there and they were already working on my pedicure, I decided to just go with it. The ladies working on my hands and feet were both super sweet and I thought they did a great job polishing and shaping. However, a few days after, my "dip" manicure started chipping and looked terrible within a week. If you like to get dip manicures then I would skip this place, however if you get anything else then this place does a pretty good job and prices are fair! read more

My favorite lady here is Mai. She does a great job and is very sweet. * Please pardon me if I misspelled your name :) read more

I love my nail tech ELAINE! She is so amazing, and I have been going to here for the past couple of months. She does my nails exactly how I want them every time and as you can see looking at the photos she does them well! I am always so happy and satisfied leaving the salon with my desired nail style. Elaine is great at both pedicures and manicures. Book with her next time you visit the area or if you are shopping for a new nail tech! read more

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You can't go wrong with anyone in this salon. The prices are fair, and the quality is amazing. My nails last up to 6 weeks and probably longer if I let it. I always go and get the dip gel manicure with a pedicure. Huge shoutout to Kate, Ana, and Elaine for helping my nail dreams come true! The vibe is amazing and I will be a forever loyal customer there. read more

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La Vie Nails and Spa is great. They play very relaxing piano music here. They do a great job on my toenails. The manager is amazing. They have two TVs zone out and relax. They do eyebrows for nine dollars. read more

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Finally started to feel like Spring San Diego after all those winter storms. I wanted to get something Spring-y but Elegance at the same time. Kate wasn't in yesterday so Elaine squeezed me in her busy schedule very last mins. Both of us didnt have much time but Elaine was able to turn my imaginary nails into live. She is very friendly and honest. My first acrylic set and oh boy! Im over the Moon. I kept staring at them to the point my husband started to question my sanity . Highly recommend this place. People here are nice and really try to make you leave in a happy/better mood. read more

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Came here for the first time. I didn't make an appointment but they were able to seat me right away for a mani/pedi. I just took off gel, so I only got polish. The lady that did my nails did a really good job, especially the pedi. My only complaint was the top coat of polish on my nails does not cover the entire nail, so they will probably chip a bit faster than normal. Unfortunately, I noticed after I left or I would have asked her to redo it. read more

I was looking for a new place to get my nails done and someone recommended this salon. The salon is clean and the staff are all nice. I received a gel manicure and a pedicure with regular polish for a total of $63 which is less than I normally pay in other places. The quality of the work and the attention to detail are great! I will definitely be coming back. read more

I love love love this place! Always do an amazing job and they're very gentle. Very sweet people as well! Beautiful work, i love You guys thank you read more

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Clean, friendly, great prices. Elaine is so kind, does an excellent job at acrylics and her work is consistent.

Kate is the best nail artist I've ever encountered. There's no lifting or other problems I've had elsewhere. My nails look amazing and they LAST. There's no question she does excellent work. read more

This is the design I asked Kelvin for. He hit the nail on the head- pun intended!! I'll be returning to him for an upcoming wedding. read more

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Elaine did my nails this time. She was very quiet, but she did a great job. The salon is clean and has lovely music playing. Last time I had Lisa and another girl that I didn't get her name, they were great too. Being that it was very hot outside, the salon was was cool and refreshing. They offered me cold water, which was wonderful. They do charge 75 cents extra for using a credit card, so next time I will go to the bank on corner and get cash. Other than that it was a pleasant experience. read more

Nicely decorated and clean. The people are very nice and professional. Call to get an appointment and normally you can get one right away. They newly redecorated and is all done in clean white chairs. They have nice quiet music playing so you feel very relaxed. Go there and support them I think you will like it. Yea read more

Great service! Yen always does a great job on my nails! Mai does a wonderful job on my pedicure! These two ladies work incredibly hard! If you want the best of the best, ask for Mai and Yen. I will always follow them wherever they work. I also get my lashes done once in awhile by Jennifer and she always does a great job! read more

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I came here for the first time today and was pretty upset with my acrylic gel nails done by Kevin, however very happy with the pedicure with Kate hence the mid-rating at a 3. Kevin rushed through my acrylic gel nails. They were done in 20 minutes which is fairly quick for a full set in gel. You can imagine it'd be hard to do a good, or even decent, job in 20 minutes. He ensured to ask if everything looked good but there was really no going back at this point. Needless to explain further, there is a fat glob of acrylic and gel on my pinky finger that's so uneven compared to the other nails (which are all uneven just not nearly as noticeable). :(. I think he knew his job was mediocre as he mentioned the nails came out the way they did because of my natural nail shape, yet when I've gotten them done elsewhere this has never been a problem. Just wish he spent more time paying attention here. On a better note, Kate was awesome. This might have been one of the best pedicures I've gotten. Unfortunately I likely won't return as I was very unhappy with my nails. read more

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Mai is the absolute best. She really gets in there and removes hangnails like no other and it is pain free every time. She also gives the best leg massages during the pedicure. I only go to her every time I come here. read more

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I just wanted to say that every time I come here I have never been disappointed. I've been coming since high school days (almost 10 years) off and on, and have been satisfied every time I've left here. The atmosphere is wonderful and all the nail techs are so nice! I wanted to say that Lisa is truly amazing. I called at 615pm last night, needing a fill desperately, not realizing they closed at 7pm. I wasn't able to get there until right at 7, but she told me she would take me. I ended up asking about a quick Pedicure too and she said no problem. She stayed well after 7pm to make sure I got what I needed and I truly appreciated that! Talk about customer service! I will recommend this place a thousand times over. Lisa sealed the deal for a lifelong customer, thank you! read more

This is the only place I will get my nails done! I work and live in downtown but I grew up in Santee and Jennifer and kelvin have been taking care of my nails for 3 years. EVERYTIME without a doubt people tell me "you're nails look so nice" and ask me where I get them done Cleanliness is huge for me this salon is very clean and they always use brand new sterile equipment. It's not just about the way my nails look and how the salon looks but about the way I feel when I come here. I always leave relaxed and happy. read more

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We tried out La Vie, and we're fairly disappointed with the salon. The staff were not very friendly and did not listen to the requests we asked about designs. We made appointments, but they did not have enough people to service us. It took a very long time. read more

Felt like I was in an 80s salon. Shaped my nails very funny. First time could've been better

All the ladies are wonderful. Chau does my nails and does excellent work! I've been going here for yrs. I highly recommend it. read more

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First and last time coming here. I wanted green with Crome over it. They had no idea what they were doing because it was not working. Their process of a mani was taking forever. I ended up just telling them to put a clear coat on to finish it because I was over it. They shouldn't sell something they don't know how to do. read more

Okay ish. Shouldnt have to tell them more than twice what i wanted. All white pedicure with glitter....did not put glitter gel on. I just paid and left. But the actual work is okay. Not impressed. No completely disappointed. read more

Was a little skeptical at first but YEN did an amazing job. I love my nails, the shape the color, EVERYTHING. Definitely coming back. read more

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A friend recommended this place to me and I absolutely loved it! I recommend doing your nails with Kate read more

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When I need a manicure or pedicure, this is the spot for me! I love how the shop looks and how convenient it is to local Santee area where I live. Also I can make appointments ahead of time and they are always honored without me having to wait in line for my turn. I normally get the gel acrylic nails with a design which normally would be over $40 but since hey had four square where they give you deals they your phone I get $5 off my designs or get a free French tip! These come in handy when I'm on a budget. I definitely recommend them if you are a nail fanatic like I am! read more

I had lived 14 years in San Carlos and had utilized the nail salon across the street from me for a long time. I was told about La Vie from a friend and I went there. After my first experience there, I was impressed with the professionalism and, THEY REMEMBERED MY NAME when I came back. I hope you visit and experience what I had. Michele read more

Came back after a good experience we had last year for my daughter's birthday spa day. They are a smaller establishment and it really helps to make an appointment. They took their time and it was very relaxing. It took a little longer than we anticipated but the extra time was due to their attention to detail and care. We will be back soon! read more

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" Super Comfortable Pedicure & Manicure " Today I was looking for another place to get a pedicure and manicure. I went to La Vie Nails & Spa in Santee and had a very nice experience. Mai started with me as she sat me in the massage chair, put my feet in the water and did my manicure. Mai was very nice as she very carefully did my manicure. While Mai was doing my manicure, Tracy started doing my pedicure. I have never had both procedures done at the same time by two different people. Tracy was very careful as I told her I have very sensitive feet, and she did a great job very carefully clipping out my in grown toe nails. Tracey also did a nice massage of my dry legs with some lotion which was very relaxing. And while I was sitting in the massage chair enjoying the manicure, pedicure, and massage, Kelvin the manager came by and offered me a cocktail, wine, or champagne drink. Wow ! that was awesome ! I felt no pain during the entire procedure, and finished with a very nice looking manicure and pedicure. I will be coming back to La Vie Nails & Spa for a repeat of this good experience. read more

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My boyfriend and I come here ever 3 weeks! Great service and appointments are always taken in time. We love Mai and Yen ! They are the best, for acrylics, pedicure and manicures. read more

Overall I love this place. This is a piece of advice if you come. Don't let the guy do your nails and especially your pedicure. Pretty sure he took a lunch while my callus / mud mask "soaked" thinking maybe he just did things different I tried to give him the benefit of the doubt. He came back did the 10 minute text book massage and put my feet in parrafin wax and SWEPT THE FLOOR while again "they soaked". This is my place - I will be back. But I will walk out if he is sent to do any of my services. If you hate massage and don't want a relaxing pedicure. He's your guy. read more

Finally found the salon I'll always go to. They never miss when they do designs!!!! I go to Yen or Kate fir designs read more

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Nails weren't prepped correctly so the gel polish started coming off day 2. Had my cuticles cut a few times and swell up. read more

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I absolutely love this place!!! Jennifer is the bomb at lashes!! I've been getting my lashes filled by her for years. Kate is mine and my daughters fav to do our nails!! Everyone there is super nice and very accommodating to your schedule. Never have had a bad experience here. Highly recommend La Vie Nails & Spa if you are looking for a good "treat yourself" spa day!! read more

I seldom leave reviews, especially bad ones, but for ladies that care about the health and strength of their real nails beneath the gel polish, steer clear. I get gel manicures every two weeks and decided to try a new place due to convenience. I was originally impressed by the prompt service and relaxing atmosphere of this salon. Kelvin was doing my nails and I requested a gel manicure with a design. He didn't have the exact design I was looking for, but offered alternate nail studs that I was happy with. Although those fell off less than an hour after I left the salon, he was happy to take the remaining ones off and finish my nails with another layer of clear gel, as well as refund my money for the design the same day. When he started removing my old gel manicure, he used the drill (or electric file) to remove the top layer. This was normal, but after soaking my nails in acetone, he still used this tool to remove remaining gel from my bare nail. This was uncomfortable almost to the point of pain, and I expressed my concern about my nails becoming too thin. He told me not to worry. Fast forward a week later, and of course my nails started to break one by one. When I removed the gel using a regular file and nail polish remover, my nails underneath were grotesquely thin, pliable, and both splitting and breaking. I haven't seen this kind of damage since I stopped getting acrylic nails a year ago. I called the salon and let Kelvin know that I would be leaving a bad review, and he asked me to come by. When I did, he berated me by saying my nails looked like this because of acrylics, which I already mentioned I haven't had in a year. He also told me he doesn't use the drill tool for gel manicures, which he definitely used when he did my nails. His original solution for me: Keep getting gel manicures. I told him I would, but elsewhere. Then when I was leaving, he told me to give my nails a break from manicures. I was tired of arguing in front of the entire salon, so I left and let him know I would be leaving a review. This is when he told me he would have his legal team contact me if I left a "wrong" review. Absolutely ridiculous! Feel free to have your lawyers contact me, just don't destroy any more nails like you did mine. read more

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I have been going to La Vie nails in Santee for a while now and they never disappoint!!! I always have Kate do my nails, but Kelvin, Jennifer and Yen are all fabulous. They take their time and listen to exactly what you need. Kate did a great job on my holiday nails. Thank you La Vie!!! read more

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DO NOT COME HERE ESPECIALLY DURING COVID! 1. Asked if my tech could wear gloves and she said no, she couldn't do them with gloves while the other tech had on gloves. 2. Of the 8 seats in the shop that's designated for nails they chose to have 2 techs working and side by side (definitely not 6 feet apart) but I didn't say anything about that. 3. My appointment was at 6 and I waited 20 minutes before being seated and then disappointed that she wouldn't wear gloves. 4. Only reason I give a 2 instead of 1 is that they did check for temperatures right at entering. I wasted time and could have gone elsewhere to not get service! Why wouldn't am establishment touching people be privy to wearing gloves now!!! Smh! Dont waste a trip. read more