This place is pretty great. Don't let the bad reviews steer you away. I was skeptical too at first because there were a lot of mixed reviews but my experience was a good one. This is located in the Fountainsquare area and the place looks pretty new and modern. I needed my nails filled and a pedi done and I was satisfied with how they looked after. I wish I remembered the name of my nail tech as I got 2 different people that did my pedi and mani. Both were fast and efficient and did a great job. Forgot to take a pic the day my nails were done, so the pic featured in this review is over 2 weeks old and still holding on strong. I will definitely come here again when it's time to touch the nails up. read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

Absolutely amazing! I read the reviews and almost didn't come. Those are wrong. Best service I've had in a nail salon in a long time! I'm from Michigan, and I can tell you I'll miss this place. It's quiet. Music is peaceful. Super clean and hygienic. Tools are wrapped and opened in front of you. Staff- super friendly. Ambience is appealing and inviting. Decor is classy black, white and silver. Best pedicure and manicure I've had in a long time. Overall- book your appointment and pamper yourself! Happy relaxing! read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

The facility itself is clean and beautiful. I like the fact that children are not allowed unless the kids are receiving service. The gentleman at the front desk was a bit dry YET courteous & professional. The lady doing the pedicure was extremely nice and met my needs. The price of a pedicure was a tad too much for what I pay in Texas. read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

1st time here. When I called I was given one set price. I wanted a new full set .. almond shape with a soak off. I got charged $40 for New acrylic +$5 for manual take off of acrylic +$15 for no chip +$10 for almond short acrylic $70 Total basic nails Please go to Utopia in Kenosha read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Not worth $70 - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

Welcoming greeting from the moment you enter, check-in with your favorite nail tech - I recommend Daniel wash your hands and the transformation begin! Try cat eye and wow your friends and strangers. Note the ambiance is soothing and conversation is great. The end hand massage after the cuticle treatment is fantastic, followed by a fresh hot towel. read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Cat eye nails in silver - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

This is a review on the same lady at the front who makes it extremely difficult to get on the books. Today I called to make an appointment - there are two women that I love there and they are the reason I go back, period. I asked if either of them were available for an appointment today and she goes "what time"...I say I can be there at 11 and she goes well that's a walk-in. I then say well we can go back to my question "are they available for an appointment today" and she becomes combative (as has been my experience) and says well you tell me the time. Why is she this way? Why would I spitball times for you to say no when you could just give me options. This continued with every day I asked about until I finally threw something out that worked. I will write about this experience with her every single time as it seems the business is ok with her being the face and entry point for consumers. read more

Can in at 6 pm and left out 6:36. for a pedicure she said $80 . I nope I'll leave I just want a regular pedi. then she said 52. i said okay. No tip will be included. this was the quickest pedicure I ever had I will not be returning read more

Real time happening as I sit in this shop - bec I'm not going to leave without the service at this point.... Today my daughter (7) and I came out for nail treatment. I am to get a fill-in and a pedicure and she is getting both a no chip mani and pedi. We were walk-ins and didn't have appointments. I've been here now every other week for the past 3 months or so - never made an appointment and never had longer than a 15 min wait. Let me also add as a walk-in I expect some kind of wait. As a customer I always ask how long do you estimate the wait. Today I was told 45 mins and I was agreeable. I checked in and ask if they had a way of notifying me when the wait was up and I was told by the young woman at the desk that she would call me. (Because if they didn't I would have been prepared to check-in every 15 mins or so as the shop is in a plaza beside a Marshalls and across from a Walmart - I could definitely burn the time with my daughter and not have to sit and wait). She then told me that the wait was more likely only 30 mins. Fast forward almost 55 mins I had not heard anything and so I called to checkin ...it was at that time I was told they couldn't call me back because the phone system was down and they couldn't retrieve the number. She then added it would be another 30-40 mins wait. Now this is where my patience started to thin.... You told me 45 mins at the beginning, changed it to 30 mins when I checked in but after 55 min now adding additional 30-45 mins???? I told her I felt this was a little absurd considering she told me it would be less time and that she would call me and now I'm calling her and getting more time. I go inside to wait as my suspicions is that they have actually just forgotten about me and have accepted others (bec also btw my girl who is amazing suddenly was available after me and the manger were squabbling a bit) As I asked for the manager who is named Kim, she immediately comes in "hot" saying that bec I didn't have an appointment they don't owe me anything more than an estimation of time for service. I attempted to explain that I understand it was an estimate but it went from 30 mins to 1hr 30 and she goes it could be even longer - you're a walk-in and we don't owe you a specific time as a walk-in and we don't call bec it's not our policy. If you had an appt we would call you. So I then asked if this was a matter of me being a walk-in or poor expectations set by her front desk employer? She then says well she was just trying to be nice to you - but we don't owe you updates. I argued they do bec that was the expectation set. The manager was completely condescending and rude about the entire exchange as if I was making stuff up. Expectations were set and not met. Had they just let me know it would be an 1.5hr ish wait from the beginning I would have been good but we ended up getting a 30 mins expectation as well a promise of callback and got neither. Then top it off with a manager who didn't care to be empathetic or just hear me out as a customer - her goal was to put me in my place as a "walk-in" I'm now weary of their "walk-ins" welcome sign - she left me feeling like my experience doesn't matter unless I make an appointment. Because Sam is SUPER amazing I will continue to come back here - while looking for an alternative as I can - Sam is amazing however and this is my first issue here but something tells me this can happen again! I'll make appointments moving forward! read more

I specifically asked for gel on my toes--multiple times--but ended up with acrylic anyway. It felt like my preferences were completely ignored. I also got French tips on my fingers, and they turned out sloppy: uneven lines and an overall rushed appearance. The worst part? The filing. It was rough and careless. The tech either didn't know what she was doing or was in a major hurry. She filed my nails way too short and thin, and was so aggressive she actually cut my finger. I left feeling frustrated and disappointed, not pampered. Definitely won't be returning. read more

The service here is so great! I love coming to here to get my pedicure because of the options and they are very good with the cleaning of the nails and scrubbing of the heel. I got my nails done for the first time and she slayed! The shape was exactly what I wanted and they look so good the gems didn't fall either! Lastly I love coming to this salon because theirs no children allowed and it's peaceful and clean! read more

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- They wouldn't do French tips on our nails without gel - and in order to get an arch with French tips it had to be gel. - They refused do designs with polish, - They refused to put rhinestones on nails - Didn't do the nails how we asked - they wouldn't do a full set with polish, - and didn't do the nails how we asked even though it was a simple style - Had to wait an hour even though we had an appointment. DO NOT RECOMMEND‼ read more

Today I decided would be my last day at this location. I requested a Luxy spa and fill in. I was charged $15 extra for services I was not made aware of prior to going to pay. $5 extra dollars for a fill in and requesting to have my nails shorter. So for the "cut down" the owner I'm assuming made the nail tech Oscar add $5. I made sure he was tipped well personally. For the use of the peel tool during my pedicure I was charged $10. I felt very nickled and dimed which is never ever a good feeling. Thus the search continues for a reputable nail salon that doesn't nickle and dime services that should be part of what you're asking for to begin with. read more

I was visiting for the week and decided to redo my nails since I did not like them from a previous place back home. I tried called but the line didn't work so I went in (on a Monday at noon) and they were readily available to service. I always get dip powder & the man did a great job. The store was clean & eye catching. They have an iPad to check in & a system to clearly tell the employee what color and service you are in for. Everyone seemed really friendly, there where many gel, polish and dip colors to choose from. The prices are reasonably priced and comparable to other places I have been. I would highly recommend giving them a try ! Plus the man did not take too long, which I love since no ones has an hour plus to sit doing their nails every other week. read more

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Ann did a fabulous job on my pedicure and full set. I am very impressed! Very friendly, great service, and a reasonable price. 10/10 read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

I DO NOT RECOMMEND! While getting my nails done from an older lady my finger nails started burning BAD and when I told her she just kept spraying them with alcohol & refused to take them off and she still charged me full price of 80$ and expected a tip and got mad when I said NO! I had to go to another nail salon right after to get them taken off, and found out she gave me chemical burns on my nail beds! read more

I had an amazing experience at Luxy All staff was friendly So clean!!! My nails came out amazing as did my pedicure Definitely will be come back here and recommend all do as well!! Norman was amazing!! read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

My sister took my two year old goddaughter to Luxy Nails & Spa today so that they could have a spa day together before she starts school. The sign on the door stated no kids allowed unless receiving service which she was going to be paying for my niece to get service as she was getting a manicure and pedicure. As my sister read the sign and was preparing to enter this business, she was greeted at the door by the owner who uttered these words, "no kids allowed this is not a daycare." My sister stood there in disbelief and complete shock...not only that...how do you explain to two year old that they are not welcome at this establishment even though two people were paying to be serviced? In a world that is filled with turmoil. I pray that this establishment recognizes the magnitude of treating and greeting customers with this type of disrespect can have on your business. read more

I don't know where to start but do not bother spending your money at this salon. For starters, customer service is disgusting. One of the owners, Kim, is extremely RUDE, lacks couth, has poor problem solving and conflict management skills, and has been observed talking about customers with employees at the front desk. Where you spend your money and time matters especially pertaining to self-care mid-pandemic and Luxy does not provide great customer service. In terms of the employees-- some techs literally do the bare minimum and complain when you push back regarding service. Luxy also doesn't adhere to their set appointments, so be prepared to wait longer the time you already don't have. Two quick pros: clean salon and free water (they might change that after this review). Sidebar: I'm not a Karen. read more

Obsessed with my nails! The tech worked quickly but not so quick that she did a messy job. I've honestly never had such a clean set of nails done. And the spa itself is very clean and beautifully decorated. Highly recommend! read more

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First off, my no chip lasted 3 days at best. It started PEELING after only a couple of days. First time that has ever happened to me at any nail salons. Secondly, they don't use sterilized tools. They reuse their nail tools and filer which is just so nasty to me. Third. So many bubbles and specs of dirty or lint. Really do not recommend this salon. read more

I went w/ Diane this afternoon & all I can say is I left so impressed! She took her time with my pedicure as well as my acrylic nails! She made sure all my nails looked even & they don't look fake at all! I've gone to so many nails salons in the area & this place is a hidden gem! I definitely will start going here for all future nail services! Try this place out!! You won't leave disappointed :) read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - No-Chip Acrylic - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

This place is great! First time and will be a regular. This place is very clean and quiet. If you want to relax because they DO NOT ALLOW KIDS INSIDE...not in the waiting area. They do allow kids if they getting their nails done which they do offer a kids price. You also can't bring in food. Drinks are acceptable. They do serve coffee and water. Highly recommend making an appointment because they get busy. They do a have a wide variety of color choices. I went in for a no chip mani and pedi with a milk & honey spa treatment. The pedi treatment felt was relaxing. Along with the massage chair you get a warmer for your neck. They also use hot towels. My manicurist took her time cleaning my nails. Also, bring cash to tip :) read more

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I went there on the 26 of February and didn't like the way they did my nail. She was rushing and didn't do that well of a manicure as well as kept on trying to convince me to get "no chip" nail polish after I repeatedly told her I wasn't fond of "no chip" because it leaves your nails really weak after you remove it. Today was a completely different experience. Mimi was great! She took her time and did an amazing job. I can tell she takes pride in her work. A lot of nail places just apply nail polish and expect you to be content with your "manicure". Mimi really did a good job, I showed her a picture of the dress I was going to be wearing and she even helped me pick a color. I'll definitely be coming back and asking for her. (4 stars cause they don't offer military discount and they're located 15 minutes from base). Seems to be a hit or miss when I go. I went to get my nails done and most of the time was me asking her to shake the nail polish before applying. The nail polish lasted 2 days before it started chipping because instead of shaking it she just continued to apply more layers. She rushed through the manicure and didn't do much. My nails were uneven to the point I had to file them myself when I got home. When I'd mention an issue her reply would be "you're the only one". The place is just so conveniently located which is why I continue going to it, but next time either I'm waiting for Mimi, asking for the owner which I always see people waiting for her or just not having them done there. read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Manicure lasted only a couple of days. Smh - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

RUDE. Front desk Kim is rude and likes to argue with customers. They are not accommodating at all. Please spend your money elsewhere !

I have got my nails done here before and they are expensive. I went there again for a refill and to cut my nails short and it was $60! I like them so I didn't care but the next day my nail broke I don't even wanna do back to redo it because the employees were not friendly read more

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33.00 and a 5.00 tip and I walked out with an overpriced nail clip. My pedicure was horrible, toe nails cut in coffin style, I came in with square toe nails and left with coffin claw shaped toe nails. Can't make this up. Front desk, horrible service, Kim rushed me to pick my service and told me to pick color, never looked at me smiled, nothing. Made me feel like I was bothering her by coming in and how dare I ask for a regular Medicare and not a no chip one, gasp! Wish I would've walked out right then and there. It would've saved my nails. read more

Hoang is a perfectionist and a sweet lady. I appreciated her professionalism and patience with my nails. She removed my old dip mani to give me a good ol fashion mani with normal polish and it feels so refreshing to have my natural nails breathing again!! Also, this place is the most beautiful (& affordable) salon I've ever received a service in! Too bad they don't have one where I live in LA. Thank you Luxy!! read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Classic mani w/ OPI and China Glaze - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

This place has a beautiful view but overall there service sucks the nails are so thin that when I left a nail broke they would not fix it I had to pay more money and they charge different prices to different people read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

Only giving 2 stars because it is a nice well decorated place and the pedi chairs were super comfy. My issue with this place is a lack of cleanliness. None of the items used on my feet appeared to have been sterilized. They were in some dirty cheap plastic bin. The guy who did my feet tried to use this cheese grater thing on my foot. I had to tell him no 3 times that I didn't want it used on my feet. I regularly pumice my feet and am often complimented on the niceness of my feet. Its laziness.. point blank. The paint job was half assed. The guy just used his dirty fingernail to scrape at it. I had to clean up the edges when I got home. I won't be returning. read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

My friend and I were looking for a place to get our nails done in the Waukegan area and found this on Yelp as one of the top salons in the area. I'm so glad we decided to come here! We were greeted right away and seated quickly. They have a large variety of colors! The price is a little higher than other place but nothing too drastic. A full set is $28 and then varies depending on length, shape and type of polish. I am a nail tech I'm usually very picky with my nails which is why I don't get them done very often but Daniel did a fantastic job! I'll definitely be going back! I've been back to this places so many times and I love how Norman does my read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Nail work - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

This is a very nice place that is clean the work is very good it is relaxing there is a large quantity of nail art and types of nail polish to choose from. The staff are very kind and efficient and pleasant and they make you feel welcome like they want your business as opposed to some other places it just think that you should be grateful that you're there. I go regularly for a manicure and a pedicure read more

Zero stars if I could. Mid service would be a stretch. 65 for a no chip manicure with NO COLOR is insane. The vibe in there is very strange not a single soul talking. Nail length doesn't match all around below average. Don't waste your money or time. read more

Would give ZERO stars, planned on getting a pedicure also but declined after I saw the condition of my hands. You should NOT leave the nail shop with polish on skin, crooked nails, and polish not covering entire nail bed. Very sloppy work, highly disappointed. read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

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Called to schedule an appointment to have ONE dip nail removed and fixed I was told no appointment needed since it's just 1 nail, once I get called they informed me they aren't able to do the service since i had it done somewhere else. I just needed 1 nail fixed read more

If I could give a negative review I would. These are my nails after 2 days of getting a dip manicure set. Ridiculous. I go back and ask for a refund they said no. So I'm on my lunch and ask if they can fix them. It will be an hour and a half wait. My best two people are scheduled out till Friday. So I say perfect I'm off Friday I can come in. "Oh no that's too far our so I can't fix them after that long." Your people mess up this bad and you can't offer a client to come in on Friday after their work week, that is my next day off and you expect me to take more time off out of my week because you couldn't get qualified people to do the work. It's been 2 days and they are absolutely horrible. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME!!!! read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

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HORRIBLE SERVICE! DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE. The only "luxurious" thing is the place but the service is horrible. The guy does not know how to do his job, he can't even paint the whole nail and cut the cuticle off correctly. Just a waste of money. I literally told the guy I didn't like how the nail looked and he just painted over it and I have nail polish on my fingers which he did not even bother to clean. Such an unprofessional place honestly. Apparently if you only go in for a manicure with no chip you don't get treated the same according to the receptionist there. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

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I have been coming to the salon for over 16 years they used to be across the street I have never went anywhere else and have been totally devoted to them about a week ago I went in for a fill and then 3 days later I had three broken nails the Polish job was extremely bad so I went in to have this fixed the owners were not available so they gave me somebody else who I couldn't even understand and was telling me to only go to her in the future. They end up charging me $40.00 $30 of it was for the polish change I did not ask for my nail polish to be changed it had to be changed because it was such a s***** job never happened in all the time I've been going there the new lady that was trying to fix them said that my nails were bad and needed to be replaced well why weren't the replaced when I was there a few days ago I tried talking to both of the owners and they just struck me off and charged me anyway I'm extremely disappointed and pissed I will never be going back here again as I thought that I would have more understanding and it should have been fixed at no charge read more

I paid $60 for regular soft white acrylic nails and they're already chipped and cracked tomorrow I am getting them redone and FOR FREE! read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois

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Great pedicure. Terrible polishing. I asked the guy doing my pedicure to make sure it's neat and he told me to go to someone else the next time I come. I was very polite when I asked. I won't be returning. This place is too pricey to be treated that way. They lost a good customer. read more

Most terrible first experience I've ever had. I wouldn't finish the appointment. The nail tech was so unprofessional and unskilled my toes look a hot mess, and cost to much to ever step foot in there again. Don't waste time or money. I also waited 40min read more

Luxy Nails & Spa - Foot - Day Spas Near Me - Waukegan, Illinois