First time getting Gel X with Vicky and I am obsessed. She was so sweet and patient. Definitely coming back! Thank you so much. Love my spring set. read more

Nail Star VK - Gel X manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

I had such an amazing experience with Vicky at Nail Star VK! Her attention to detail made me feel so comfortable and never judged. She took her time to make sure everything was perfect and really cared about making me happy with my nails. The business is beautiful, super clean, organized, and welcoming. You can tell she truly loves what she does. I highly recommend booking with Vicky -- I will definitely be coming back! read more

Amazing service. I called this morning to get an appointment and they had a cancellation so they were able to squeeze me in. Right away they offered me water, coffee, and a little snack. I got gel manicure and Jenn really paid attention to detail, normally the places I go to I end up leaving with my gel being bumping and rough as they are just trying to get me out of the chair as fast as they can, but Jenn took her time and would wipe the gel is it wasn't being applied nicely. I'm definitely going to be going back. 10/10 would recommend. read more

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The manicurists at this place are thorough, do a great job, and they're extremely kind and friendly. This is not a luxury spa-type mani/pedi place, but it's clean and they get the job done! I truly look forward to my visits here as I always feel welcomed. read more

I've been coming to Nail Star VK for a couple of months now. I've been consistently pleased with the service here. Vicky (owner) and her nail tech (Anna I think?) are both great! The first time I had Vicky as my nail tech. I had just come back from Japan and got my nails done in Japan and fell in love. I searched everywhere to find a good nail salon nearby that does Japanese gel (something about their formula lasts longer than regular gel and is supposedly better for your nails but I never fact checked that) and I was happy to find Nail Star VK on Yelp. She was able to help me execute exactly what I wanted from a photo I gave her - pink marbling with gold. The second time I came, I did a mani and pedi so I had a different nail tech for my pedi but Vicky again for my Japanese gel mani. She also did a great job with my nails this time with a pink seashell with gold flakes design. The third time I came, I believe I got Anna(?) as my nail tech. She was very good and thorough with the job but I wanted these crystals applied onto my nails this time. Not even one week after I left, some of the crystals popped off my nail! I immediately texted Vicky photos of what happened and she worked with me to come back in so they can be replaced. Although I was sad that my nails were not perfect during my vacation (I did them right before I left), I was really appreciative that she scheduled me in on NYE's as soon as I got back from vacation to get them fixed before my party that night! The most recent time I came, Anna(?) was my nail tech again and she did a great job with what I wanted yet again - red and gold with cat's eye. Every time I get my nails done here, I am always pleased with the results and get many compliments from my friends. Even though the shop isn't fancy or anything, Vicky and her team work hard and have a lot of designs to choose from and the service is always good. I would definitely recommend coming here if you're looking for Japanese gel or gel-x! read more

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Vicky continues to be extremely kind, talented, and patient. She skips her lunch and breaks when projects need more time. She's so incredibly accommodating and works so hard to fit you into her day-all while working on her customers nails at the same time! She always has a fun Netflix show going in the background if you want to veg out. I go to her to beautify my nails before every major photography session lol. She's done my nails for my bridal shower, my wedding, other people's weddings, baby shower, birthdays, vacations, etc. I trust no one else! Make appointments by instagram messenger. She's very quick about responding and often asks if you'll want a design. She'll quote you a price--if you need a reminder just ask! It's always helpful to send pics of what you're envisioning. I'll literally pull up cartoons and ask her if it's possible and she always does her best! I always have shorter nails, and I get the gel mani pedi. It usually costs me from $100-160 depending on the designs. She takes her time and is truly such an amazing artist! Vicky also specializes in so many other fancy techniques I've never ventured into--you have got to check her instagram out @nail_star_vk Jenny is always around and so kind as well. She's always offering to help with grabbing colors and offers water and smiles and laughs. Parking is always available and free. Tip well! read more

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My first time with Vicky was about 3 weeks ago and let me just say I LOVE her work! My mani is still IMMACULATE and my nails are growing super fast! I got the hard gel overlay with a hot pink color! When it comes to her color selection, she literally has EVERY color you could imagine. I think this was the best my nails have ever looked! She truly is an artist that takes pride in her work. She is by appointment only so I suggest booking in advance. It will be 4 weeks next Friday and I honestly feel like the Polish will hold up for another 2 weeks!!!!! Still going strong but I can't wait to go back! read more

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First time coming here and I had a great experience. Aside from the great service, they have tons of options and designs for nails. They have all the colors in the world and they are super creative. I went for something basic and I love it. They're very attentive, and very neat. read more

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Omg wish I discovered Nail Star VK sooner!!! Vicky was the absolute sweetest and was so attentive to every detail of my set. She is extremely talented and did a fantastic job on my gel x set!! Pictures don't do it justice. Can't wait to come back read more

Nail Star VK - Gel x set with ombre detailing and 3D gel design! So freakin' beautiful! - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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I got my nails done today by Rebecca at this nail salon and I had a really good experience here! This place is appointment only but I was able to call I'm right when they opened and got a same day appointment on a Sunday. They checked my temperature and made me put on hand sanitizer at the door before going inside the salon. I had an inspo I had from Pinterest and showed the picture to Rebecca and she was able to replicate it really beautifully! She was attentive to shaping my nails and making sure all the lengths matched. I highly recommend and look forward to coming back. I got a gel manicure with designs on every finger and the total cost came out to be $67. A bit on the pricier side but worth the design work and experience in my opinion! read more

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bad experience， won't go back again Yes, it's cheap, but poor quality waste money and time Can't believe I spend my time and money By Nail star vk And the owner won't admit it. Funny read more

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My friend and I were in town for a BTS concert (what's up, armyyy!) and we wanted to get our nails done before the show (need to look fresh for my bias #iykyk). Before flying out to LA, I looked up a bunch of nail salons and reached out to Nail Star VK based on their great reviews. They were able to accommodate me and my friend at the same time so we booked appointments and they were very communicative beforehand. They asked for pictures of the designs we were thinking of and gave us a cost range for each so we knew what to expect going in. The salon is clean and they do a phenomenal and meticulous job with nails. They really care about making sure you are happy before leaving. I'd totally be a regular here if I lived in LA. read more

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This is my second visit to Nail Star VK. We came for a birthday mani pedi On a super tight schedule in order to catch a flight We had cake, got fabulous nails and were on time for our flight!!! Excellent quality and service read more

Easily one of the most friendliest and best nail techs of all time!! Vicki was extremely patient with my friend and I when picking our designs. We came in with an idea of what we wanted but once we saw all the different sample designs on display we got excited and overwhelmed with how great and nice they were! The salon itself had a very cute and homey atmosphere, and they were playing Netflix which was a nice side entertainment! I was so in love with my nails, from the length, shape, to the amazing design. I could not have asked for more! Vicki is extremely caring when handling nails and is very meticulous with design. I'd recommend this place to anyone! I had my nails done over 2 weeks ago but I still wanted to make sure to leave a review since it was such a lasting impression. Thank you so much Vicki, and I hope to see you soon! I read more

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Got my nails by Vicky, I tried to make an appointment with her the same day. Even though it was such a short notice. She called me back and accommodated me and let me know she was available. Everyone was super nice and friendly. It's a small place and I waited for 1 hour or so. But they made sure I was comfortable. And apologized for taking so long. And when Vicky started on my nails. She was explaining the process and how gel is better than acrylics. And it's not as damage to the actual nails. So I love how it turned out. The full set with no design was $70 and she said later on refill is about $50. I never paid this much for full set. But honestly I loved how it turned out. Thank you Vicky! read more

Nail Star VK - Nails done by Vicky - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

I am finally writing a review for my lovely nail lady star after over a year of going to her! This should not have waited so long but I am finally writing it for you, so here it goes... Vicky is such a talented and awesome person! I guarantee you that you would be obsess and in love with your nails after you are done! You will become addicted to getting gel manis from her all the time. I moved to Valencia and I still work here in Monterey Park so I would still go to her. Last weekend, I had to drive from Valencia to here to do my nails because she is that BOOKED! Ladies, she does fill up pretty fast so call ahead to book. You show her any design you want and she can copy it exactly! I love all my designs from her. If you are stuck and don't know what kind of designs you want she can make something very pretty. However, I have noticed that when she books a time for you and you arrive on time, you would still have to wait. I let it slide because I understand how busy she gets and everyone wants her to do their nails. She's very sweet and nice. She tries her best to make you feel beautiful! read more

Vicky is a wonderful, amazing, beautiful and talented lady! She has been my nail lady for 2 years now, and I only trust her to do my nails. I don't mind spending the extra money to get her skills and techniques onto my nails. She does nothing but the best to take care of your nails. I've always admired her talents. It's irreplaceable. I want a lot of creative style type of nail designs for my nails. Both my hands are different and Vicky lives up to my expectations every time. Even if something happens to my nails, she tells me she can fix it. I remember one of my stones fell off, and she took me in within the hour to replace the stone. I've also had incidents were a powder made butterfly broke, and she re made the butterfly and put it onto my design again. This happens because I'm an international model and my fiancé and I travel a lot, so my nails are busy busy but I love designs! Ladies, look no more, Vicky takes care of you and all the staff members in this nail salon is a wonderful amazing group! Please also be patient with Vicky because she is the only one that answers phone and texts! When she is busy with an appointment, she will reply when she can. She is totally worth it. The time and energy she spends on nails is like amazed balls to me every time! Happy pampering! read more

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A small, inconspicuous exists in nail shop exists in the corner of a dank plaza with old paint and dusty signs. There is plenty of parking, and shops have metal bars over windows. Upon entering, this nail shop is small, quaint and cute with 2 spa chairs for pedicures and 2 spots at a desk for manicures. There is a small cute couch with books or boxes of nail colors to choose from. There are the same colors for gel and regular, because the company they use provide the same color for both. It's convenient to choose from the sample plastic key chain thing for color instead of looking at the bottles. The employees were super courteous and took their time to do a great job. I got a regular pedicure, and it was done in a timely manner and well. I'd definitely be back! Definitely call for an appointment. You can also text the owner as well. They also have great examples of nail art. read more

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After getting some bunk nails from a different spot, I turned to help to find a new place I can call my own! I stumbled upon this hidden gem! I texted the number and received a call from Vicky! Let me tell you she is super sweet! I told her about my problem at the other shop. She didn't hesitate to give me her opinion on what I should do. I came in for a consultation (hence my pictures of the inside). She took a few moments away from her client to speak with me. She of course asked her client of it was ok. After a look, she advised me gel extensions would be best. She is completely booked, that's how popular she is. I suggest making your appointments in advance. She made an appointment for me on a Tuesday. Which I'm sure was her lunch time, because when I arrived....I don't think she had lunch... I arrived at 12:35 a bit early, but I was still undecided on the color. My appointment was at 1pm. I wasn't in a rush so I told her to take her time. She was able to use the restroom and take a small break. We started at 1:15. She issue so much attention to my nails. We were done at 3:30. She removed my acrylic fill and did a gel extension, Gel polish and cuty cuticles. Lastly she lotioned up my arms and massaged my hands. My experience was great. I'll be coming back. The shop is quaint and small. You will definitely get all her attention. I've already started planning my next appointment! read more

I recommended my friend to come here. lady who did her mani and pedi was AWFUL. ended up cutting her finger (see the dried blood), so she opted no mani in fear of infection. thought pedi was fine but clearly not. texted the owner and she had her come in to redo. Redid the big toes and coated the others with another layer of polish with top coat. 3 STARS for Vicky - SUPER apologetic and nice. refused tip. but redo on big toes still not fine... read more

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Nice, very clean place with lots of colors and options for design, especially if you're getting a full set. There's a great color selection for Japanese gel polish too. I just got regular gel polish & a pedi for my first time there. Vicky & everyone there were super nice. Will definitely come back. read more

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I went in for a pedi and let me tell you my nail tech really rocked it. She was amazing and the vibe is so good. You do need to make an appointment since it's a small business but I highly recommend this place. My pediatrician still looks like I done it recently. Usually after the second or third week my pediatrician starts to look nasty but I'm impressed about the quality of the product the owners use here. read more

These ladies gave us a great pedicure. They were very attentive and did precise great work. They have all the nail charms you can think of. I have never seen so much cute stuff in one spot. They had so many colors that I chose something I never had. I loved it. Everything is gorgeous in this shop. I googled them after a long drive on New Years Eve. Made an appt and enjoyed every moment. read more

I will never go to another nail place again! Vicky is the sweetest nail tech I ever worked with and her assistants are also very sweet! She's very detailed with her work and tries to give you exactly what you want. I messaged her ahead of time with the design I wanted and it was very easy communicating with her. I also was all over the place with my scheduling and she did her best to accommodate me despite me changing the appointment a few times. This is one of the few salons in the area that carry Japanese gel polish! It is an extra charge, but completely worth it in my opinion. The colors are so much softer than traditional gel polishes. The salon itself is super clean and tidy. Parking is very easy as the plaza is fairly big. And last but not least, she has Netflix for your enjoyment. read more

Nail Star VK - Japanese gel - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Finally found someone local to me that does an amazing job! Vicky worked with me on getting an appointment at the last minute! She welcomed me and made me feel comfortable at all times. We were talking about different designs and options for lasting healthy nails which I liked a lot. Rebeka did my design and shape and she definitely did an incredible art! I will definitely choose Vicky & Rebeka for my nails from now on. Highly recommended! See you guys soon read more

Nail Star VK - Marble design - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Cutest, teeny, in the corner, hole-in-the-wall location that I hope doesn't get too busy if I help highlight their existence. Solid pedicures. A zillion color options. When I get gel manicures.. I always take them art inspo and they pretty much nail it. ha ha. a pun. I've had them do Sanrio, Ghibli, modern art.. all sorts. Super glad they are adjacent to my neighborhood. You gotta bring cash for payment though! be warned! read more

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Hands down the coolest, nicest, and best nails I've ever had. Interior is gorgeous and fun to look at with all the boxes of sparkles and bright nail polish. Owner is very upfront about pricing, a lot of salons in the area add fees at the end. I honestly can't stop looking at my nails. Definitely a touch more expensive than traditional acrylics but worth the price if you want to treat yourself. read more

Nail Star VK - Gel extension + design - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Hoping that this will be my go to nail salon! I got my nails done here a few weeks ago. I got gel nail art and came with a design. The people there are super friendly and very meticulous. Overall I was very happy with my design. It is a bit pricey but since my nails usually last at least 4 weeks, it was worth it However the best part was that after almost 2 weeks, one of my nails chipped and I reached out and they were able to fix it immediately with no charge. Talk about good service! read more

My first time here and it's my new favorite nail salon! They have a huge color selection for gel and regular nail polish for a small place and the interior is very cute. I am impressed with how clean they keep their salon. Also, their nail polish is of good quality and not separating which is sometimes the downside to most nail places. It is appointment only but so worth the wait, and a bit hard to find but I think it's inside the Monterey Park plaza in the back. They do extensions, acrylics, and probably more that I can't list. 28 for gel mani (+10 for cat eye and +5 for Japanese nail polish which lasts even longer than regular gel?) 18 for regular pedi Total time: 1hr 15min I really like the cat eye, it's worth the extra 10$. The staff is really friendly and you can text their number to schedule an appointment. They also speak Cantonese, which is a plus for me. I highly recommend to everyone and will be referring my family and friends to this place. No regrets here. read more

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I LOVE this place! 1. The salon is very clean and decorated nicely, very clean restroom 2. They have a wall of beautiful nail designs and special styles that they offer 3. AMAZING color selection, which is a big deal for me 4. Each nail technician takes their time with your nails 5. Staff is so nice 6. They always have the funniest shows playing on the TV! 7. Ample parking read more

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I've never been particularly loyal to any nail place (because I don't get my nails done often), but Vicky is definitely the one . I was recommended to her from a friend and she is absolutely the best hands down! I've come to her place about three times now for gel manicures, and I've been impressed every time at the longevity of the gel manicure. She excels at designs and takes her time with every client. The other girl who works there, Holly, is also amazing. Next time I'm definitely treating myself to a pedicure as well as gel extensions~ Her studio is tucked in the corner of a small strip mall. Very clean and well ventilated. Cash only. Call/text for appointment! She fills up really quickly. read more

Nail Star VK - Lavender marble with gold leaf! - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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First time getting my nails done here a few weeks ago. I'm the type that is terrified to try someone new, extremely picky and Vicky did not disappoint. Very nicely appointed space and a TV to keep you entertained. It was my first time getting gel extensions and now I'm hooked. Vicky took her time, paid attention to all the little details and didn't cut any corners. She is a pro at shaping nails! Her ombré is the best I have ever seen. My nails are growing out beautifully, the Japanese polish I tried is still nice and shiny and the gel polish isn't peeling or chipping. I'll be back soon for a fill! So happy to have found them! Tip: Cash Only! read more

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vicky is so sweet and friendly ! couldn't be happier with the way she did my nails :) 100% will be returning !! read more

Nail Star VK - me n my friends nails :) - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Got my first ever gel manicure here. I texted Vicki for an appointment and she set me up with Rebecca. When I first walked in, I was welcomed by Vicki and Jenny with their warm smiles! This place looks super clean and has cute decor. The whole time the girls made sure I was comfortable and Jenny even offered me the TV remote to change the channel! Super sweet. I picked a Japanese Gel Color and it was $33, which I think is a reasonable price. Everything was done within 50 minutes. After I left, I noticed one nail is a bit too pointy for my liking, so I drove back to see if they could file a little for me, which they did. So overall I'm a happy customer! So glad I found this place. read more

Nail Star VK - Nail Salons Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Love this nail place I recently got referred to by my sister Michelle! They have so many cute and pretty designs. My daughter and I both came here for manicures and left with beautiful nails. It's been over a week and the crystals they put in still haven't fallen off yet. Will definitely be frequenting this place! read more

Parking - 10/10 Very clean and organized Definitely worth the price. They take their time and do their job very well. I used to go to a cheaper place but this place made me realize that spending a little more is so much better and worth it. The staff were very accommodating, understanding, and compassionate. They made my expectations into a reality DEFINITELY GOT WHAT I ASKED FOR!! read more

This is a nice little gem. It has lots of colors and also has Japanese gel polish. I have been coming here since it opened. Japanese gel manicures are worth the extra price, the shine is amazing even after three or four weeks. Since COVID happened this continues to be a cleanly place inside. Everyone who works there is talented and able to do almost any design. There is a huge selection of colors and also designs. Try this place out you will not be disappointed. :) read more

It is my first time to do my nails at Nail Star VK and all I can say is they are AMAZING!! They are very nice, the place is super cute and clean and above all they are so detailed with what they are doing. I had a simple japanese gel and the job was neat and beautiful. I am so excited to go back! read more

I am usually nervous when I try a new nail salon but this time was different. After reading the reviews I thought I would give this place a try. I was not disappointed! When I text Vicky for an appt, I wanted to do a Valentine's design, she ask me to send her a picture. When I walked into her salon it was really cute and very artistic looking. Vicky took her time and I can see how meticulous she is. She designed my nails exactly like the picture I had showed her! Vicky and the other gals that work there are very sweet. If I could give Nail Star VK more than 5 stars I would! I have found my favorite nail salon! read more

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Super cute store! Was my last day here on vacation and they were able to work me in. They gave me exactly what I wanted! They have so many designs and colors. The shop is super cute. Can't recommend enough! read more

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