So I walked into this salon after not having had my nails done for some time, for a wedding. (I use…read moreto get dip done every three weeks, and before that I had acrylic and gel polish typically... so not new to getting my nails done.) I was put with a new graduate, a local PV graduate. To say my experience was bad, doesn't really cover it. After getting my nails redone a couple weeks later somewhere else, that is when I decided to leave this review, realizing just how awful it was. One star is for the interior. It's a very clean and updated decor. The other is for the owner, that sort of tried to make it right... I got tips and dip. I started out thinking I wanted a French manicure. But the ridge of the tips showed in the pink. So I did chrome hoping it would help. But when I went to check out, looking at the awful shaping and appearance in general, I told them I really wasn't happy. Many of my nails were wider at the top than at the base... they were not smooth on the sides, and they just just looked pretty awful. So they put me with one of their other people to reshape. Which meant removing the polish and chrome... they were shaped wide at the tips, and the corners (I was asking for squares shaping) were longer than the centers. When I pointed it out, they literally looked at them and didn't understand. The lady next to me was saying. Yep-I see it. And my thumbs were noticeably crooked at the ends. Full on slant. Oh and the base of the nails were thinner and they got thicker at the tips-not natural at all. Since I had already been there over two hours for a pedicure and trying to get my manicure presentable, I asked they just polish my hands the same as my toes, so I could go. Honestly I still was not thrilled.they were slightly better, but not the look I had planned on at all... But I get to the register, and they charged me for the chrome that had to be taken off, and I don't even know what else. It was $137 before the tip for a pedicure with polish (not gel), and dip with tips, VERY poorly done. By comparison, i went to another salon two weeks later before a vacation, with AMAZING service, beautifully shaped nails, and gel on both hands and toes, and additional design work (ombré glitter AND rhinestones), and it was $20 cheaper before tip!! The interior just as tasteful, service 1000% better overall. I will never set foot in Nails De Vie again... while the owner sort of seemed to want to make things right, he also seemed slightly annoyed, and unaffected by letting such a poor looking service walk out the does

Love this salon for more reasons than how my nails turn out. My mom has Alzheimer's and this is one…read moreof the few places she remembers. They take such great care of her, kind, compassionate and going above and beyond to make sure she is well taken care of. Thank you and well worth the wait to come back after your beautiful remodel.

Alex is amazing. He does an exceptional job with acrylics. Coming from California, I never expected…read morea nail salon in Iowa to be better than all the many high-end nail spas I've been to in California over the last 25 years. His work is top notch, and the best nail job I've ever had. He is very professional, and easy to talk to. The rest of the staff was extremely nice too. Love, love, love this place. If I ever come back out this way, I will definitely have my nails done here again. Highly recommended

I made an appointment well in advance for multiple pedicures, two adult and two children. They were…read morenot busy when we arrived but we were rushed through and each of us were done in less than 35 minutes, the children less than 20 minutes. No soaking, no foot scrub, no lotion, no warm towels! I was literally in shock. Further, there was a large sign when we had walked in about cash only on Sundays, which came as a surprise. I asked the cost and made sure we had enough to cover them all. Since we would've been a little short, they offered to let one of us use Venmo. The whole situation after was awkward. So after the most lackluster and awkward pedicures, we paid, and my SIL who was using Venmo was told to only put "TY" for "thank you" in the comments and nothing about nails. Not only was the whole experience completely lacking, I paid the same $55 cost for the children as I did for my own pedicure. Most places I typically go do not charge the same rate for children and I'm just so shocked at how much they charged for pretty much just painting our toenails. If I could give 0 stars I would. I can't imagine running a business and being okay providing that level of service and charging the "normal" amount.

Overpriced the the quality you receive. I've gone here on…read moreand off and the prices they charge don't match up with the quality. Additionally I feel like they just make up prices while you're checking out. I got my nails done in the photo and they charged me an extra $20 for a design fee.. I could understand a $10 charge maybe but $20 seems excessive when you take into account that they only applied one layer of color coat and the edges of my nails were not painted. The gal I had was incredibly nice but the prices just are not worth it for me.

I have gone to this place a few times now and right away you are greeted and asked about what you…read morewant. They are very great at getting you in and out quickly while also doing an amazing job! I have asked for some complicated designs and they have really impressed me! Also my pedicure was done amazing, the lady really cared about me leaving happy and gave me an AMAZING massage!!

Carmela is wonderful! Great pedicure and most satisfying facial. She really personalizes your…read moretreatment. And she's fun to spend a few hours with.

I love them. I get my eyebrows waxed and my hair died and trimmed. Always super friendly and never…read morehad any problems. Clean store and not over priced.

Bree Freeman all the way!! Incredibly talented in cuts and color! A perfectionist to the max!!!…read more I've been everywhere and she's top notch!!!! She's light years ahead of the competition in this town! And she's a nice person too!!

The service was fantastic, quick and very friendly. The vibe of everyone there was happy and kind…read more They also did the mani/pedi at the same time which was much more comfortable for me and faster.

I have never spent over 2 hours getting a mani/pedi, not gel nor no-chip, just a plan old mani/pedi…read morewith regular polish. I don't know what was going on because English was not spoken, but several of employees were yelling across the room, while I sat with my feet waiting the in the water for 45 minutes. Hello! I'm here. From what saw a client walked in after me and she was done and gone before I anyone started on me. She was obviously a "returning" client who took president over me, a new client. I guess it doesn't matter since I won't be returning, but new clients beware. You are not a priority.

AWFUL. The nails were SO bad and crooked!! I mentioned i didn't like the nails and the manager…read moredismissed me. When my mom called to try and get a refund or redo them she hung up! So disrespectful and difficult. do not recommend whatsoever. they used to be consistently good but i would recommend going somewhere else cause once they do a bad job they make it extremely difficult.

ZERO STARS I had a…read more75.00 gift card from 12/2020 right before Covid hit - I walked in told them I had an old gift card they seemed fine with it- when I go to pay AFTER MY GEL PEDICURE the woman (owner) told me she wouldn't accept the gift card - would of been nice to know b4 I got any service. And to top it off the expensive gel pedi wasn't worth the money I had to pay. I wouldn't suggest this business to anyone.

I'm giving 2 stars instead of 1 because the salon refunded or waived charges when issues were…read moreraised. On my first visit, Cindy did my nails; there was a misunderstanding about the nail shape, but she refunded me, which I appreciated. Problems arose during my second visit with Mie. While doing my nails, she brought up inappropriate topics, including a disturbing claim that Justin Bieber became bisexual after being raped by a man. As a survivor of sexual abuse, this comment was deeply upsetting. Despite being overcharged -- including a $5 charge for a shape I didn't request -- I didn't raise the issue immediately because I just wanted to leave. When I addressed it on my third visit, Mie and Cindy justified the charge as extra work, though it hadn't been discussed. Cindy was calm and refunded me, but Mie became argumentative, defensive and dismissive, even scoffing when I told her her earlier comments regarding SA and rape were hurtful. She justified the extra charge as a "discount" but failed to communicate that beforehand. Overall, I found Mie's behavior unprofessional, and the experience left me feeling disrespected and uncomfortable. My issue wasn't the money, but the lack of transparency, sensitivity, and proper communication. In the below pics you can see my receipt and the extra shaping charge for coffin, almond or stiletto nails while mine are square and also where she unevenly filed the middle nail.

Sarah is my girl. Always friendly and know exactly what color I need when I can't find it myself…read more She always properly removes gel (without the electric file) which I really appreciate. Thanks for always having flexible schedules and getting me on the books!!

I have been here a couple times with slight complaints, I wanted to try one more time before I…read morechange salons. I will never return for a dip manicure or a pedicure again. I left the salon with 5 of my fingers cut from my skin being filed, I sat for over 30 minutes with my nails soaking to the point where my hands were burning and my two hands look different.

I had my nails done before leaving town for a wedding, and while setting up I broke one of them…read morebadly. I walked in right at 9 am, as I've heard this place gets busy! They matched my nail color perfectly, I think! Can you tell which one? The guy matched the color and then picked a similar color for the sparkle - he was patient and nailed it. Then only charged me $5 for it. The rumor was right, within 30 minutes of opening they already had a thirty minute wait.

Very friendly staff, prompt service, and always leave feeling beautiful…read more And the lotion they use is a dream.

All I can say is wow! I came in for a pedicure as a first time guest. Tawnie and Brittany were so…read morewelcoming and personable! I instantly fell in love with this place. I had such a great experience I am looking to book additional services. I would highly recommend!