Updating my review: The "new" owner Linda has done a great job in trying to show appreciation for the customers. They now do promotions like 10% off services if you mention the email, free jewelery, snacks, flip flops, etc. Although prices have gone up (like everywhere else) I feel like a valued customer and no longer switch up my nail spot. The best technicians for dipping powder are Lucy and Mimi. In my opinion, Cindy does not do as good of a service. Their pedicures seem like top notch. And you get what you pay for: if you upgrade to a more expensive pedicure, they really spend a lot of quality time on your feet. But even with the classic pedicure, I feel like they take their time with the massaging and clean up of my toes. Although the place is not very large, that's kind of what I like about it. I don't feel rushed and I feel like they know me well enough to know how to service my nails nicely. I will state, I'm not a super picky person. If you're looking for a specific rare color, a weird design, etc this may not be your place. But that's fine with me because I like it better when it's slow and I can do a walk in. LBVS. TL; DR: Ask for Lucy or Mimi for nails, they do a great job. I also really like Maria for pedicures. Sign up for their texts/ emails and enjoy some promotions! read more

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Good place Good place for no chip and powder dip. Traditional nails not as good as the lady skimped quality when doing this service. read more

I made an appointment here today for 10 A.M. Every technician was busy and there were two people waiting. It didn't look like I was going to get my nails done anytime soon, but I did wait for a while. Then I got up and left and went somewhere else. It would be nice if they actually HONORED the appointments. I won't be going back here. read more

Time is money and this place is a waste either way! This was my last visit. I showed them a clear photo of the French tip I wanted, and they still couldn't get it right. They struggled to match the color and kept speaking in their own language the entire time, which felt unprofessional and excluded me from the conversation. This is the second time I've been inconvenienced here -- the service is slow, the results are inconsistent, and it's simply not worth the time or money. I do **not** recommend this place. If you want better service and results, go to the Nail Bar across from Portillo's. read more

I have been to Matte Nail Lounge about 5 or 6 times since moving to Bolingbrook. I've had the opportunity to get pedicures from a few different nail techs. Just like every other nail salon, the experience varies greatly depending on which tech you get. I've had amazing pedicures where the nail tech takes their time and thoroughly preps my feet, eliminates callouses (ew!), and carefully paints my toenails. I've also had techs who kind of speed through the whole process, making me feel like I could've done a better job myself at home. The front desk staff is always okay. Neither extremely welcoming nor mean. The nail color options could be better. Overall it's a decent place to get your nails done at a reasonable price. read more

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I've been looking for a place that has been able to do good quality gel nails for a while. This place is so good. Always make an apt because they're busy. They take great attention to your nails, I always get so many compliments on them. I'm scared to say this because she's honestly the best and I want to be able to stay in her schedule lol but Katie has done me good. I feel welcomed, she's personable, she helps manage the place and she does a great job. When I'm unsure of what exactly I want to do she helps guide me, I remember I didn't know which glitter I wanted and she pulled out 10 different types and helped arrange the perfect look for me. I'm sad I didn't take more pictures!! But she does such a great job. You can tell she really wants her client to love their nails and have a beautiful polished aesthetic look. Thank you for your service guys! read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Set in march - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

Best nail salon I have ever been to! Mei Mei is wonderful and I love her I won't trust my nails to anyone else! She's the best! Although really anyone from this salon is top tier! read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Nails that Mei Mai did two days ago, she's awesome! They are clear nude dip with acrylic gel painted over and rhinestones added - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

There is a tech name TEA, and her work is phenomenal. I watch her work on IG and it's the best in whole wide area! Insta: teasnailart read more

I've been using a salon closer to my home the last few years but after consistent appointment issues I decided to go back here. It's just as excellent as it used to be. Everyone was super friendly. They helped me right away and did a great job. I'll definitely continue to come here instead of my usual salon. read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Dip and Toe Polish - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

I left out bleeding in two areas, with my nails half done. They tried to INSIST that I pay the full price for the set, despite it not being finished and the cuts. I didn't even receive an apology from the manager or the person doing my nails. I was already kind of disappointed at how my nails were coming out (uneven lengths, crooked shaping, couldn't give me what I asked for, etc.) but the two cuts were too much to ignore. Mistakes happen but to break skin with a nail tool is not only PAINFUL, but a SANITARY CONCERN. There's literally maybe two people who can actually do nails in the shop and that's the work that always gets posted (but don't be fooled). The shop as a whole?? 1/5 stars. The customer service ?? 0/5 stars. read more

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I made an appointment a week in advance with Tea, and was not disappointed. She is personable, creative, and very detailed. I asked to have the television that was on the wall in front of me turned to a specific channel, and they did it without an issue; so I was able to indulge in my weekly show while getting my nails done (Win-Win) . The shop is clean and modern, and I believe I just found my "Unicorn" of a nail tech...& most importantly, I am obsessed with my nails. Thanks Tea . read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - My nails (3/31/21) - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

I've been contemplating about coming to this place because all of the reviews are years old. Not only that all the pictures on the page are from people that are no longer there so it's a snow day and I was like why not go and try it out?! Beats traveling to the city. Long story short .... I was told over the phone that their best nail techs were MIA & VINCENT. Well upon arriving I totally forgot to mention their names but I definitely told them I'd be giving them a review ... My mom received Mia & I received Susan. Vincent was too busy on his iPad and I guess didn't want to be bothered BC at the time there weren't any customers. So hey! Why not, right?! I'm very picky about my nails and I only go to the city as you see in my reviews which gets the job well done! MIA did great on my mom! Susan ehhhhh she did one hand great but the other was a bit different due to polish job and filing. However, it's doable ... Didn't quite like the pedicures. The massage chair and foot massage was the best part! $35 worth? I think not! I didn't get any cuticle remover, I have ingrown nails, he almost past them up and I had to mention it. They are very light to touch. Overall, I need THEE best nail techs in order to change my mind and become a loyal customer. I rather go to Colours in the city on 83rd to get the job done right! Best advice: When we come to the nail shop we want our nails to be prestine, sharp and all the same. We want our paint to be flawless and we definitely don't want just lotion on our feet for pedicures. We need y'all to get down to the nitty gritty. Presence of the salon is great. Service is VERY average. I'd rather go to the hood. Maybe next time? read more

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Rude staff, one of them yelled at me and told me a fake story about another nail tech who did my nails last time and she claimed her boss fired her because i complained last time. Whole time the nail tech from last time was right there LOL! very unprofessional. Some of the nail techs do not take their time and do a very bad job! never coming here again read more

I am in looooove with my nails! Don't they give you moon child vibes? He did so amazing on them and took his time to make sure they were just like the picture I showed him. He was so kind and gentle with me. This is my new place. I'm glad I tried them out. read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Purple ombré nails! Moon child vibes! - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

Literally the worst nail experience in my life... ! I want a natural no chip manicure and the man suggested I do dip cause it would make my nails stronger. He proceeded to do my nails and I told him multiple that I didn't like I need up walking out in tears. Do not go here read more

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Walked in to the salon today and Lucy did my nails. This was my first time here. Needed to get a gel fill in. Lucy fixed all the issues from the previous place I got my nails done and they look great. Found a new nail lady. read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Gel fill in - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

Place is too small, not many employees. Had a very bad experience with the guy that did my nails. When he was doing my toes he got my flip flops dirt with nail polish. I wanted a specific design and he pretty much told me he couldn't do it. Don't recommend this place at all. read more

Tea is the BEST!!! I started going to her after nail salons reopened earlier this year and I will never go to anyone else! She is amazing!! Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed!! read more

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I came in 3 hours before close, Told them what I wanted when I came in. Mia did my nails, she asked what I wanted and I told her I wanted a full set. She let out a large sigh and blatantly rolled her eyes to the back of her head. It sucks to come in to a shop and pay for something, and feel bad for asking someone to do the job they're hired for. Not only did she have a bad attitude that made me uncomfortable, she did a HORRIBLE.. I mean really horrible job on my set. I asked as much as I could to file the nails evenly on the sides, and on the surface. After having to ask twice I gave up. She didn't cut my nails when I asked either, it's ugly when you have long nails under a new set. She also refused to paint my nails with 2 colors, so I simply just had to have black nails. Biggest waste of time and $35. read more

The most basic of nail places. They really could not care less. I have natural nails and the filing job was terrible. I went in for a polish change and polish was all over the edge of my nails. I had to remind him to use the topcoat that one with the brand that I chose. Overall not a good experience. I will not be coming back. read more

I hate writing negative reviews, but my experience really wasn't that great. I got a full set. The color and shape look great; however, the nail tech left glue all over my fingers. Man is that annoying/kinda painful to get off. In the end, I just can't give it another chance read more

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This was not even a week after getting my nails done. After one day my nails started falling off. Went back to get them re done and the next day more started falling off. I will never be back and never had a worse experience getting my nails done. Felt like they rushed and even cut my moms cuticle bad. read more

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Mia is amazing! I'm very particular with my nails and she understands exactly how I want them. She takes her time to ensure they come out perfect. I almost always get coffin shape and she does them beautifully. They're not too thick to where they look awkward and not too thin to where they break. Mia is also really great at doing fun designs and ombré nails. I've gotten acrylic full sets, gel full sets, dip powder, and regular no chip manicures by her and all have been amazing! I always have a good experience when coming here! Everyone is super friendly and they're all really talented. I highly recommend Matte as a whole but especially Mia!! :) read more

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Love Tea. She does an awesome job. Nails GREAT eyebrow wax EVEN BETTER. The male pedicure guy talked a lot I had to put on headphones. Didn't get the social ques. He also added something to my pedicure even after I let him upsale me up from the original one I wanted. Not cool now I'll never get another pedicure there. I will only come for tea. read more

If I could give zero stars I would. Usually I love this place, but to see a woman not wearing a mask during the middle of a GLOBAL PANDEMIC is not only irresponsible, but reckless to their employees and customers. There is no medical condition that makes it impossible to wear a mask, so therefore there is no excuse for her not to be wearing one. Shame on this woman for thinking she is better than everyone else for not having to wear a mask, and shame on this business for allowing her to so. read more

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Called prior to scheduled service for 2 pedicures and 2 manicures for 12:00. Both of us waited 45 minutes for service. Once pedicure was completed, no space for manicures so the technician rushed through a stand up version. Minus the typical items hand soak, cuticle trimming and buffing. Was hoping for some type of discount, since missed portions of listed items which are to be included in a manicure. Unfortunately was charged full price. Upon viewing my nails, they looked like a 12 year old painted them- Not only my hands but my toes as well. The other persons nails where not much better- wrinkled surface as though polish was older. Tried to explain that I was not pleased, but the masks and language barrier didn't help. Thus paid and left. I had my daughter redo/ and looked so much better then what I had paid for. $110 down the drain.. Buy a good bottle of polish and do yourself Disappointed. read more

Best nail place in Bolingbrook!! I pass quite a few on my way to Matte. I have tried them all but Matte is the best. Great colors, nice, clean modern environment. Everyone who work there is very nice. Mae is great, love my Fairy Dust nails this week!! I love Tony. He does a great no chip manicure on my real nails. He is so friendly and he makes me laugh while he does my nails. My daughters and I always enjoy seeing Tony! read more

I use to go to this salon all the time. Had a super bad experience, brought my friend back to try again. The last 2 times I went to this salon, the attitude of the employees is unreal. The older nail tech literally said Check your nails before you pay, I don't want to hear you complain. Wow- Luckily they said that to my friend. The owner didn't even care, I will never be back here for any services. read more

I was pleasantly surprised with how nice this salon was! Great service and they did a nice job with my nails. read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

I have gotten 3 manicures and 2 pedicures done here and will only come back for the pedicures. The techs that do the pedicures are phenomenal; very thorough, pay close attention to detail, and are gentle. For the manicures, however, there is room for improvement. I have had a nail tech that clearly sees that the gel polish has an uneven texture and you can clearly see that the application of the polish is uneven, yet still continues to even it out even though it is clearly visible. I do not mind if they do it quickly since there are other customers waiting, but do it right. read more

Nail color was inconsistent, streaky, and filled with bubbles while the shape was inconsistent and not defined. I had an appointment and still waited 30 minutes before being seen and the staff was not kind at all! All of my acrylic tips were lifting within the week and one broke off two days after my appointment. I do not leave reviews often. However, if you do not have an appointment with tea don't bother coming at all. read more

I'd been coming to this salon every three weeks for the past couple of years. What I really like about it is how they stay up to date on new designs and all of the newest trends! However I had an unfortunate experience that might deter me from going back--at least for a while. I've had this same nail tech two times in a row (about a month apart) and both times she seemed irritable. Having worked in customer service for about 11 years, I KNOW how customer can be, therefore I try not to expect too much from people working in customer service jobs. I know they deal with a lot (especially working in the beauty industry) so I definitely get not wanting to be bubbly all of the time and I know there are days where you're definitely going to feel off. Therefore I try to make it a point to be really nice and have probably let too many instances of bad customer service go in all of my experiences (at other places not here necessarily). With all of that said, after my first experience I chalked it up to that day just not being a good day for her, but after two times in a row, I know now it wasn't a one off thing. Most of the time I get my nails done, I like getting color changing polish, so I always ask to see that particular ring of nails. Because my hands tend to be colder, it can be hard to figure out what the "warm" color should be. In the past, other techs would grab bowls of warm and cool water so I can see the colors changing to help make my decision. The last time I'd gone, I asked the nail tech, Lexi, if she happened to know how many of their color changing polishes on the ring change from white to blue. She answered "We don't know that, you just have to pick." Whatever. I let it go. Then yesterday, I had her again. There were a couple of maroon color changing polishes on the ring of nails, so I asked if she happened to know which of them changed from maroon to fire engine red. Yes MAYBE I shouldn't have asked and just kept rubbing the fake nail until it changed, my fault. This time, she answered, "We don't know what color they change into, if you want to find out you can take it to that sink back there" while pointing to this sink on the other side of the building. I should have at that point just gotten up and left or asked to speak to a manager at the time, but I'm not really good with confrontation. It may not come across as bad as it does in person, but her tone of voice was unnecessary when I wasn't being rude to her. I was going to get my eyebrows done as well but opted not to. Aside from that, I'd wanted to keep the general shape of my nails round but wanted them cut really short due to my job and how much I have to type. She cut them and then said because they were very short she couldn't do the round shape, she could just do the square shape with rounded edges. Looking at my nails, they seem more square and run at a bit of a slant. There are so many nail techs there whose names I unfortunately don't know who are very nice, which is why I can't rate this place with just one star. I don't know if Tony still works there but he always made it a point to get to know people and remember their names, and I truly appreciate that. There is another named Susan who actually used to work at another salon before this one and remembered me although I hadn't seen her in 15 years. She's always very pleasant and smiling all the time. Lately it seems I've had more unpleasant experiences recently and I'd recommended this place to many other people who would look at my nails and ask whew I got them done. Hopefully they had good times here. If I do come back, I'll request not to get that particular nail tech th read more

Nice enough salon. Decent service. Nothing special about MATTE. When my manicurist spoke, which wasn't much, I could hardly hear her. Add that to broken English equals disaster. I spent around 2 hours in there filled with customers and not even a whisper was spoke. No personality in there. Boring. Never even told me her name. Nor asked mine. With a nail salon in almost every strip mall I ask why would I go back? Nope I won't! read more

Honestly I came here all the time and I always loved the work done but this past time I was so disappointed. The nail tech was so distracted and once she realized she messed them up, she rushed me out. Never offered to fix them and couldn't even do some simple glitter. Don't go to Lynn. read more

First time I went here I sent a picture to a male worker asking him if the design I wanted could be done there and he said yes! I wanted to a full set and pedicure and made an appointment. When I got there I ended up waiting 20 mins before I was even taken to start any of the services. I was first directed to sit in the pedicure chair and put my feet in the water. About 5 mins later I was told that they would be starting my hands first so now my feet are wet and I have to get up. A woman nail technician started doing my nails and was very new because another tech had to stop her from adding gems on my nails with tweezers and handed her and showed her how to use the tool with the ball on the end so she can dip it in glue and then pick up the gem smh. My nails did not turn out like the picture (how I wanted them). Yesterday I went to get my nails done again. I thought why not give it another try! Bad idea! This time I went for the same full set and pedicure. i was told again to sit down for my pedicure, this time I waited to put my feet in the water! Good thing because I was told to get up again for my hands to get done first. Some older woman started doing my nails and cut almost all my cuticles and they were bleeding. She then insulted me by saying it hurts because I cut my own nails at home!? I cut my nails at home not my cuticles! I had to let her know real quick that she knew she cut my cuticle and to stop acting like I did it to myself! I wanted coffin shape nails btw and she filed one nail so narrow 1/3 of the nail was gone, she would have left it like that if I didnt say anything! She did not ask what polish I wanted, she just put on no chip on her own! I then sat down to get my feet done and the male who did it was being extremely passive aggressive. The older woman nail tech had whispered something to him and took keys out his pocket so Im assuming they together and she talked shit about me complaining! After that he said to me, "If I hurt you let me know!" In a sarcastic tone! ALSO THEY CHARGE $20 extra dollars for no chip! Thats crazy! I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE IN A MILLION YEARS! ILL ADD A PHOTO LATER! read more

Amazing visit with my little princess celebrating her birthday! She loved getting her princess pedicure and manicure. read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

This is not Scott, but his wife. :) Love this salon! Great job on the no-chip manicures. They last for weeks! Peter did an outstanding job and was very careful on my special colored French manicure request. I appreciated his eye for detail. The salon is also very clean and inviting. Nice atmosphere and excellent service. read more

I have been coming here since they opened last Spring and they have always killed it. Mey, Kevin, and everyone else make it feel so homey, they remember who you are and your preferences. They will always come in clutch when you need that last minute appointment for an event, too. It can be a little pricey depending on what you want, but it is MORE than worth what they charge. Just be prepared to pay the price for quality work. Your nails will thank you for it. read more

Matte a Nail Lounge - Nail Salons Near Me - Bolingbrook, Illinois

I have been known to be pretty finicky about my nails and feet, down to the way they are trimmed and ensuring the polish is fresh. After having an experience in Aurora that left my thumb infected and visiting urgent care twice for antibiotics, I am not so much a stickler for the colors and all that, but for the hygiene and cleanliness of the salon. I do prefer tools to be autoclaved and my foot spa sanitized so when I was told that was standard practice at Matte, I was excited to try them out. My expectations were definitely lower than reality as the shop is well appointed and clean, with modern touches and decorations. It is very sterile, and in a nail salon, that's exactly what I like to see. The salon offers YSL, Louboutin, Chanel and Tom Ford polishes for an up charge. They also offer to trim your nails down. For an up charge. They also will slough your feet, massage your toes and work on getting your feet summertime fly for...you guessed it...an up charge!!! So a fill in on my gel overlays with a pedicure, two designs that were just okay not really what I wanted, the use of Chanel polish and trimming my nails was over $70. A bit more than my normal places, and unlike them, Matte is small. They have six pedicure stations and eight nail stations, and were understaffed when I went, with an appointment. I made one during the week and still had to wait 20 minutes. I'd recommend having one to ensure you don't have to wait like the people who walked in, unattended and just staring at the nail techs working on their current client. Some reviews mentioned that the staff gave them cookies or refreshments. Not moi. Though since I saw others be asked, I assume the staff just figured I was not thirsty. My appointment was at 12:00, I was not serviced until 20 mins later and didn't walk out of Matte until 2:30. And when I did my first stop was the Starbucks next door. But hey, at least my nails are cute. I don't think I'd go back. read more

Very disappointed. Got full set and a pedicure. Chunky and sloppy set, asked at least four times to file the sides more until I felt uncomfortable to ask , since the lady was not listening to me whatsoever. Nails look like shovels, been hurting for two days straight. The guy who was doing my pedicure was rushing, basically kept my feet in the water for a little bit and put some polish on my toes, I feel like a three year old would do a better job. Do not recommend. read more