7/30/26 The Nail Design place I found open at 9:30 in the morning. I found this place open while waiting for my dad to get out of eye surgery. I had about 90 minutes to two hours to kill and thought about getting my legs waxed. If you saw the movie Romeo Must Die, there is a line Han Sing (Jet Li's character) says just before the final fight. I am feeling that way right now. Nail Design says they can wax men's legs, but then the technician got uncomfortable seeing a man's private parts. I do not wear underwear when getting my full legs waxed. Wax on clothing is not appealing to me. I asked the technician if she had a towel and she gladly provided one. I am happy about that because the air conditioning was on full blast. The nail technician who I will now refer to as Procter going forward remained upbeat, but I got the sense I was getting a rush job done on me. Still, the feeling of the hair being ripped from my skin and the smooth feeling afterwards is aesthetically pleasing...oh, and let's not forget Invigorating as well. It is hard to say it, but I have to say it, it's probably me. Seeing how I was in a time crunch, I did not catch all the body hair patches on my legs that was missed. This is my fault, I did not check the goods before the show began. Que Sera Sera as they say. Procter did a better job removing hair on my upper leg near my groin than the lower leg. For all the work that was done on my full leg, Procter is skilled at not causing pain on the hair removal. So if you are like Andy Stitzer, Procter is the woman for you. The clean up on the removal wasn't bad, but I feel Procter wasn't as thorough as she could have been. Oh well, Procter did the best she could do and it cost me $80.00 bucks plus three dollars for the credit card fee. I am not sure if I will ever use this place's services again, but Procter did remove the most important hair I wanted removed first. I give this place four stars for taking me in and helping me get rid of unwanted body hair. Thanks Procter. read more

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Going on two months since I got a gel X full set and pedicure. I'm still dealing with foot fungus that I got from the salon I've never had it in my life. they do not put their tools that are used for pedicures or manicures in a autoclave to sterilize the instruments. My gel set started coming off within six days by day 10 they were all off I also show them the design I would like or something similar they said they could do it took over an hour to do four fingers because she did not know how to do it even though it was the most simplest design read more

I never write reviews unless its really bad. Unfortunately, this experience was it. Made an appointment and was started 45 minutes late, no apologies were made. The artist started my nails and asked no questions, once i noticed the process wasnt what i booked for i was made to feel silly for speaking up for myself. The tech advised me to split my appointment in half and come back tomorrow to finish my nails ( i had to leave by a certain time). I came back the next day got my nails painted and was still charged $88 for a fill in. I'm about 3 days out from leaving and my nail has already broken and paint chipped. Wont be returning. read more

Teresa did a WONDERFUL job for me today! I had the hard/structure gel put on my nails and she did a French manicure I am just so happy with her work. She took her time & did exactly what I asked. Highly recommend! read more

Came by here for a mani pedi last weekend and was warmly greeted. They were also rennovating and let me know they are under new owenership now. Everyone was no nice, my manicurist took her time and was very detailed. Super happy with my nails! read more

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Went in for a pedicure and it was wonderful! Did not feel rushed at all, and I'm so happy with how it turned out. Relaxing environment -- I was able to read a few chapters in my book while enjoying the massage chairs. Overall, a great experience! read more

Was able to walk in on a Tuesday afternoon. The young lady Summer handled my manicure . She was patient and handled my hands with care. I was able to park in the garage nearby ( for an hour I paid $1.25) which is great. It was a relaxed environment and I enjoyed taking to Summer. I will be back. Worth the money read more

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The front desk was friendly and the woman giving my pedicure was nice and everyone was wearing a mask. That's it, everything else was lack luster, bad, or absurd. I was getting a quick gel pedicure before an event The place was dirty. There were powders and dirt and dust on the pedicure chair I was sitting in and On the floor where I took my shoes off. Grime on the knobs of the pedicure chair and the buttons I touched. The bottles of scrub and oil had grey dirt caked on the nozzles. The tools were put inside old containers of wasabi pea snacks and things- which I'm all for up cycling but those can't be sterilized. She did not even push my cuticles back. She did not rub my feet in any way, which you do usually get a casual rub. She did not smooth out any part of my foot- or even look at my heels. I just bought new shoes that gave me a rough spot on the bottom of my foot and pointed it out and let her know. She took out a LITERAL CHEESE GRATER FOR A KITCHEN. It had the kitchen label on it and everything, full sized grater. The grater didn't hurt, she made sure to ask me if it did. It left my skin in worse condition then when I came in. The bottom of your foot should not look ripped up and dry after a $55 pedicure. I was in shock and let it happen. read more

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Nail design is UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP! And the owner is so lovely! She has done my lashes and nails for over 8 years. If you had a less than happy experience in the past, give Nail Design another shot! A lot has changed for the better! read more

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This nail salon is especially lackluster. I came to get my nails done this past weekend and I was not impressed with the service. When I walked in, the salon was nicely lit, with many nail polishes on display. Despite the fact that I walked in without an appointment, they were very friendly about it and quick to get me seated. They had great color selection from OPI and Essie. For my service, I got a regular manicure. There was nothing extraordinary about this manicure, and honestly, I could have saved my money and done it myself at home. First off, the manicure began with the tech dipping my fingers in a bowl of slightly warm water that had turned cold by the time she was ready to dip in my second hand. Next, I had a hang nail that I told her to leave alone that she picked at and eventually it started bleeding. Once they were done filing and clipping my cuticles, the nail tech then began to give me the weakest hand massage ever with the worst lotion ever. The lotion was barely moisturizing and when it had been absorbed into my skin the tech just kept rubbing my dry hand. The nail tech painted my nails okay, but there was a slight wave in my nails from the fans the use to dry pushing the polish. I told her, and she said it would go away but it didn't. If this was the only nail salon left in the world, I'd probably just stay home and do my nails myself. If all you need is color on your nails, then yes come here. But if you want the spa aspect that a manicure usually has, then this is not the place for you. The quality of the service made me sad because the people who work here are truly the nicest. read more

I just had beautiful nail done and was compelled to do a review. I have been going to this salon over 2 years. I have not been disappointed. All are well trained and I had not frustrated to be assigned with the ones who takes 90 minutes to do SNS on hands like I experienced at other salons. I hope you enjoy the beautiful nails done here as well. read more

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I went for the first time today based on a recommendation from a friend, but unfortunately this is probably the messiest manicure I've ever had. It's also already chipping. I will be going somewhere else tomorrow to redo it... super disappointing! read more

Nail Designs - Gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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Decided to go back and give it another try. This time was so much better. Everything was done just the way I wanted it to be. The only thing is they are limited on the gel colors. When I asked for a color they said they ran out and when I picked another color they were out too but we finally found a color that was beautiful. read more

Nail Designs - Gel mani - Nail Salons Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

I used to get my nails done at a salon around the corner from Nail Design; however, I switched to Nail Design when I read their excellent Yelp reviews and learned that they offer true SNS nails. My former salon used a technique that involved applying powder to the nails before drying them under an ultraviolet (UV) lamp. I was pleased to learn that Nail Design uses the SNS dip powder that hardens and dries instantly without the use of a UV lamp's potentially harmful rays. Lucy has been my technician on both of my visits to this salon and she's done an excellent job of polishing and shaping my nails on both occasions. I can't help but admire how natural my nails look each time I leave the salon. There are fifteen manicure stations and ten pedicure stations inside the salon and there's always enough staff on hand to service all the clients without an extensive wait time. There's a private manicure/pedicure room in the front of the salon for those who want to have a service done with friends. There is an ATM inside the salon in case you need it, but thankfully this isn't one of those salons that try to dissuade you from paying with a credit credit card by charging you less money to pay in cash. I've made appointments prior to both of my visits and I appreciated being seen on time. I like the service at this salon. Moreover, the location -- in a strip mall on Elmo Avenue just off Old Georgetown Road -- is convenient. read more

Do NOT go here! Got severely cut!! They did not give a shit!! I HAVE BEEN COMING HERE FOR OVER 20 YEARS AND IT HAS GONE WAY DOWNHILL!!! I'm so sad to leave bc this has been my go-to place for so so long, but honestly, the new owner is just an asshole!! read more

I had been to nail design quite a few times pre-covid. I went today for a pedicure manicure and I only wanted a buff manicure--no color. I was told for a buff manicure, a $5 additional fee would charged. I thought, OK, they must do something really special for a buff manicure. I learned that that was an error on my part. Instead of getting a nail color which is in the cost of the manicure, I paid an extra five dollars to have a buff run across my nails three times. It was ridiculous and unfair to charge someone she was not getting a nail polish an extra five dollars for something that cost them nothing took less than 3 seconds each hand. I requested not to be charged the additional amount to no avail. I will not frequent this establishment again read more

Came in to get my dipping powdered nails fixed. The previous nail shop did not do a clean job and my nails were lifting after a week. I came here to see Amy and she did a great job! She convinced me to go out of my norm and choose dark Green with an accent nail. Update :: I think it's been two weeks and my nails have no lifted. They still look great minus the fact that they grew out. Thank you Amy! read more

AMAZING! My tech Jennifer was so knowledgeable and friendly. After trying a bunch of different nail salons in Bethesda to find a new go-to place, I stumbled into Nail Design. The staff was really friendly and not pushy at all! I like to get the SNS Dip Powder done and wow do my nails look GREAT! Super thin, shiny and most importantly natural looking. With more than 200 color options, you will never be bored. I will definitely be returning to Jennifer. ALSO, you can get your nail techs direct number to make appointments via text instead of going through a receptionist :) read more

I got an underarm wax here and it was fine. At $15, it was reasonable, so I appreciated that. I noticed some long hairs left behind so I would just ask for a mirror to double-check in the future. But I'd return for the same service. It was a fairly busy place, so it seems like people like the other services here. read more

I knew I'd miss burritos, tacos, the ocean, the hills, my fabulous friends and kitsune udon (among other things) when I left San Francisco. However, one thing I didn't bargain for was taking up a largely fruitless search for my basic needs. No, no, don't worry, I have shelter. But someone to wax my eyebrows or paint my fingers and toes? It seems that DC has a severe lack of competent, clean, well-priced places for basic pampering. Every place I've tried has been: A.) Expensive. $60 for a mani/pedi? WTF!? B.) Unclean. I don't know about you but I'm suspicious of that blue "sanitizing liquid." Autoclave baby, please! C.) Uncomfortable. No spa chairs, odd space configurations, etc. D.) All of the above. When I read about Nail Designs on Yelp, I was cautiously optimistic. From Catherine H's description it sounded like what I was looking for - $35 for a mani/pedi, a discerning clientele. Lacking any great choices in the District, I headed to Bethesda and decided to sell some clothes to Mustard Seed and go get a mani/pedi at ND. When I discovered ND's location in a tiny strip of stores I was hopeful. When I walked in and found a long line of spa chairs in an otherwise no-frills environment I thought I had come home. I picked my polishes (a good selection of Essie and OPI) and hopped into the spa chair. I caught up on my US Weekly and enjoyed a relaxing time of it. My nail technician was friendly, efficient and did great work on my hands and feet. The only slightly peculiar moment came when she forced me into the bathroom to wash my hands after putting lotion on them. Perhaps ND ought to consider getting one of those hot towel warmers and use them to ready the nails for polish. Then customers wouldn't have to make the bizarre bare-footed trek to the bathroom to wash the lotion off. At long last, I have found my nail salon. Thank you Yelp! Now, where to find a Mission-style burrito, a taco like Nick's and some kitsune udon? read more

I went there today after reading nice reviews about the technician Lynn. I have to say everything people wrote was true. She is methodical and wonderfully patient and effective with ingrown nails, just like others said. She also mentioned that next time I should arrive 15 min. earlier so my feet can be socked for longer so she could take better care of my terrible ingrown. My manicure was done by Meg, and also was fantastic, I am very impressed by her methods and how perfectly painted my hands were - pictures speak by themselves. I can't believe I finally found a place reasonably priced place with such talented people, specially by the fact they could handle my awful ingrown nails! Hands up, the best nail service I've ever tried in this area. Ladies I am coming back, and for those hesitating to come, well don't doubt it for one second, just go!!! Priscila read more

Nail Designs - Manicure done by Meg, just spectacular! - Nail Salons Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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I am giving this salon 5 star! I know yelp will not post 5 star ! However my lady was Sally ! She was extremely patient and listen to everything I had to say !! I was already sold on that !!! Since I just moved here was extremely hard for me to find amazing nail salon and I think I finally found one !!! And I got my Lady too ! I am extremely loyal client as long as I get same customer service ! And as I told Sally I am not complicated only first few times till she figures out what I like than after that it's all her ! I am really happy I don't need to go try new nail salon ! Definitely recommend this place and I will be back in 3 weeks !!! Thanks Sally !! read more

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I had another appointment nearby so decided to pop in for a mani-pedi because they take walk-ins. I also decided to try an SNS mani for the first time, which typically takes a bit longer. I had less than an hour and they were super accommodating to my time constraints. Plus they did an awesome job without making me feel rushed or compromising quality. Will definitely be back. read more

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So I went to this nail salon for the first time and it was the worse experience ever!! I told them I am going to a wedding and I want French. Before they start on my manicure they said I have to pay and I did. The lady who did my nails was really bad first of all she didn't ask what shape of nail I wnat she started working on my nails. My nails weren't even! I didn't say anything bcuz I was in a rush. She started putting nail publish on my nails and she didn't even know how to do it. I asked her nicely to do it better and she tried but she couldn't ( I got up and I told the manager nicely that this isn't what a professional does, and I don't have time to do it now bcuz I'm going to a wedding) and i went back a day after I was talking to her she didn't refund me and she literally hush me and say step out of the shop. She was extremely rude and when I told her I don't think that lady who did my nails has a license and I want to see her license she literally called her boss and she didn't show me her license. And I'm telling you they aren't professional! I added some photos so you guys can see it yourself read more

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One week after my appointment, 80% of my eyelashes were gone. It is now two weeks after my appointment, and 100% of my eyelashes are gone. Do NOT come here for eyelashes extensions. I want a refund. read more

I came here after reading the reviews and thought I'd try out SNS because my nails were so damaged after 2 rounds of gel manicures. I was told to sit with Pauline (?), who kept speaking to me in Vietnamese, even though I kept telling her I don't understand (I'm Korean). After the nail tech next to her explained what color I wanted and Pauline started removing my gel manicure, I thought we were good to go. After the gel was removed and she had done some filing, she proceed to use the electric drill file. She started with my right hand and when she went over my cuticle, it stung and I thought I saw a cut. But she didn't stop so I thought I was just being sensitive. Then she went to my left thumb and immediately, I pulled my thumb away because she really had cut me and it started to bleed. I showed her the cut and WITHOUT A SINGLE APOLOGY, she brushed me off as though I was making a fuss for no reason and continued filing my nails. Then she changed out the drill to a smaller one and did the rest of my cuticles. After that, I was in the worst mood. I complained to the guy sitting at the register and he said make an appointment next time. Um hello, your picture say walk-ins welcome! But I guess that just means walk-ins welcome so their bad technicians can practice. I also saw a few of my nails are stuck to my fingers from the glue ... if this is what an SNS manicure is, I don't want it ever again. That was the worst $40 I've spent. read more

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Came in with my daughter as walk-in. Staff is very friendly. No high pressure up-selling. Service was fast, inexpensive and thorough. I wish we lived close by. read more

Positives: reasonably priced and man at front desk was nice. Conveniently located next to parking garage. Clean. Cons: I let them know it was my first time doing SNS mani and the technician didn't describe anything going on even when I was asking. She was sick and coughing constantly (with no mask), she was quite rude throughout, and when I tried to ask about colors since the powder would look different than the color it would turn out to be, she would make faces and comment to the technician next to her as if it were an annoyance. She also put them on veryyyyy thick so as soon as they started growing out the base would lift and catch any threads my nails came across. read more

In this boutique salon are artists!! I came in with stones and a dream and they made my nails stunning. They take their time because they are perfectionists like me. Abby took control and advised on what would be best and made my nails a dream come true. I will only come here from now on. Thank you. Thank you. read more

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I have been here on and off, and I really like the staff and nail technicians. I usually get acrylics and they last a long time after. Great colors, and a well running nail salon. read more

Nail Designs - Polish change on a week and a half acrylic set - Nail Salons Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

Been going to this place forever, first time since the pandemic. Usually they do a good job, even though they use a 'used' nail file. You can tell because there's nail ash all over the file. Today I went and my lady put zero effort in. I don't ask for much, but at least filing my nails, giving them a shape would be nice. However, I got none of that. She skimped the file over my nails. I received gel polish, I have a very good feeling this is going to last just as long, if not shorter, then regular polish because she didn't seal the tip. I'm begging you, don't waste your money. I'm grateful for everyone working during this hard time, i'm just disappointed because i know the potential, and i did not see any today. Frankly, I was very close to walking back in, but i have more respect for this place than that. Go to sally's read more

This is my 3-week later update. My nails are PERFECT. No chipping, breakage, nada. The only thing changed is that my nails have grown. Best manicure I have ever gotten. -------------------------------------- Coco did an awesome job with my SNS nails. Super fast application and supposed to last longer than gels. I can't wait to go back! No UV lamp wait time, if you're unfamiliar with SNS, so it's speedier than Gel to apply. Everyone was very attentive and accommodating to my requests (I don't like getting my cuticles cut. Most people seem annoyed when I ask but they were friendly. Also funny! Joined in on my friend and mine's conversation instead of talking to other technicians. SNS nail and pedi took 1 hour and was $67. Other places usually take me up to two hours. read more

Nail Designs - After 21 days, only thing that's changed is nail growth! Best manicure ever. - Nail Salons Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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I had an SNS manicure done by Coco and she was terrible. She rushed through it, even though the salon was almost empty. Multiple coworkers came over and told her she was going too fast, but she ignored them and continued to rush through, doing a horrible job. I went with my mom, and they began her manicure 10 minutes before mine, yet Coco still finished almost 10 minutes before my mom's was done! She didn't smooth or file them down at the end, so my nails now look incredibly thick and are painfully uncomfortable. I will be going to another salon to have this polish removed as soon as possible, because not only does it feel terrible, but it looks even worse. Update: I returned for a SNS manicure from Tu-it, and she did a much better job. She was thorough, took her time, and smoothed them down at the end so they were the appropriate thickness. This experience was much better than my first, but I will only go there if I have someone other than Coco does my nails. read more

I was there today 7/20 and the lady who did my nails she done it before and I went back to be fix same again this time she didn't take a time to get the job done right I always do SNS horrible now I came home I have to go back somewhere els do get it done . It's start coming off read more

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Came on a weekday afternoon. Brought a friend, who had recommended I try SNS nails. We had a 5pm appointment. We arrived at 4:50. Were greeted nicely by the staff. They seated us right away. We had a very pleasant time, joking around and laughing with our nail tech during our visit. Very nice girl. But the service wasn't the issue. The issue was the quality of our tech's work. She must have been rushing because it's been 10 days and I'm already having problems with my nails. I have separation on my thumb nail, where the SNS is pulling off from my actual nail, causing a gap. Also, on my ring finger the SNS wasn't applied properly and a corner has chipped off. Not too impressed with my tech's work. So, overall pleasant salon experience with the staff, but a definitely a fail with my tech's work. I won't be coming back here. There are many other salons that do SNS. I'm already searching for a new place to correct the problems I'm having. read more

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Best nail place in Bethesda! Super clean, great prices, and everyone is friendly. I rarely make appointments ahead of time and have not had to wait more than 5 minutes for someone to assist me. It doesn't matter which nail technician you get because they are all so good (which is my favorite thing about this place). Would recommend to anyone. read more

I was recently looking for a good, cheap place to get a pedicure in the Tysons Corner, VA area and realized that I have been severely spoiled by Nail Designs. Every place I looked charged at least $30 for a pedicure - why get a pedi for $30 when you can get a mani & pedi for $35 or a french mani & pedi for $37? So price-wise, you really cannot beat ND. Every experience I have had there (and there have been many, as I have been going here for 10+ years) has been fabulous. The people are friendly, quick and efficient. I usually make an appointment if I am under time constraints, but even when it is jam-packed and you don't have an appointment, they are very good at turning over clients (although as a client you don't feel rushed) and fitting walk-ins in in a timely fashion. If you are looking for a clean, professional, efficient and cheap nail salon in the DC area, ND is worth the trek to Bethesda. read more

Great for a manicure or pedicure.... With that said, I went in for a Brazilian bikini wax and the tech started double dipping the wax . I asked her to stop the service at dip #2 and left. Really disappointing that a place in Bethesda would have such unsanitary practices with waxing, especially private areas. read more

I've been before for a fill in and I loved both the results and experience. However, that was not the case with my last visit. I came in for a pedicure and SNS nails and I sat down in the salon chair and was ready to take a few minutes to relax. The minute I sat down they were scrubbing my legs, and a woman was getting to work on my hands. I was then prompted to turn off the massage chair so she could do my hands. That was a bit of a bummer, as I was looking forward to sitting back and getting my fingers and toes done at different times. My toes were finished in 15 min- little time for pampering, just a quick scrub, basic grooming, and color. My hands were crossed over each other the entire time so I could get the SNS done. My nails turned out subpar, the color was splotchy and shape uneven, unlike the amazingness that was my last visit. I was in and out in 30 min. I was rushed out with little time to relax. So what I'm getting at here- if you want a quick in and out kind of experience, where you're in a rush and don't want to linger -sure, go for it. If you're looking for a wholistic experience, where you get your nails done while taking some time for yourself to get pampered, look elsewhere. I rarely write reviews, but I wanted to give future customers a warning- as I felt like a burden that they were trying to get out ASAP. read more

There are two places I like getting my nails done. This place is one of them, and the other is called Mirage Nails in Rockville, MD. I've been coming here for a while now. It used to have an odd configuration but with the reconstruction, this nail shop is really nice. The service here is very quick. My friends and I walked in for a pedi and we were escorted to these really nice massage chairs in the back. The chairs lean all the way back and you control your own massage settings. The pedicure, itself, was very relaxing. The ladies provided great foot and leg/calf massages. I almost wish they didn't stop. The nail colors are either OPI or Essie. They have a large variety so there's something for everyone. You can also purchase any color you like. The Pedi is 26 dollars, which in my humble opinion, is a pretty good deal. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who's looking to get their nails done beautifully without having to give up an arm and a leg. read more