I had high hopes for NailBox after seeing their minimal, luxe-forward marketing--but unfortunately, my experience didn't quite match the image. I scheduled a pedicure appointment for 2:45 and confirmed the price over the phone: $90, no polish, just the basics. When I arrived, the nail technician barely acknowledged me. No greeting, no smile--just a cold energy that immediately set the tone. I was asked to wait for the previous client to finish, which I was okay with, but the vibe wasn't warm or welcoming. As I waited, I started noticing how the "minimalist aesthetic" was really just... basic. The space felt bare, not thoughtfully curated. The chairs didn't look or feel comfortable, and the technician pulled out a plastic bowl that wasn't even built into the chair--it felt super makeshift, not at all what you'd expect for a nearly $100 service. For that price, I expect more than just the service itself. A simple hello, a timely start, and a space that feels elevated go a long way. Sadly, this didn't deliver on any of that. read more

Very helpful and polite artists I have received their services several times and highly recommend this company read more

Van is amazing. She did a beautiful mani pedi. The inside of the salon is super cute. They're got some great options to choose from. read more

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Love this place! I just went for the first time to get a gel x removal after another salon had literally drilled into my nail bed causing a dent. Chi was amazing, she took so much care with the removal and was so sweet. I think the color application was fantastic especially since my nails have that bump in them from the last place. Thank you so much Chi! read more

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I got a last minute regular manicure from Rainey. I will most definitely go back. Rainey is not only talented, but a wonderful person to chat with. The salon is clean, well lighted and back parking lot is stress free. read more

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i went there yesterday because i was in the area and needed a fast pedicure gel pedicure was 73$ the girl did a nice job i liked her but it's regular chairs white color with lots of dirty spots on them, my friend said im not sitting on that, then they bring water in a basin not a regular nail salon spa chair, my friends they said no prices are too high and service with basins no way what century are we in!!! read more

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Great jobs on the nails honestly but it's over priced. I got a mani pedi. Pedi was like about $95 because it was some fancy treatment but no color. And my mani was solid color with 2 stickers total and glitters and it was $108. Total was $203 plus tip was $233. That's the most expensive mani pedi I've ever gotten. read more

Linh did my mani and Hannah did my pedi. They got me done real quick, so I still got to take advantage of that free 90 min parking. Got my basic bubble bath pink and each coat was nicely polished on. Would recommend for the basics mani/pedi. Also super clean inside which is a plus! read more

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This is the best nail salon in the valley--hands down. I drive about 15 mins from Glendale to come here because I love it so much. I tried a couple of spots in my area and they just didn't hit right. I've gotten some really terrible pedis in Glendale and most people don't seem to be super down for the kind of manicure I get. It's all GelX, dip, or nothing. Nestled in a little shopping strip modeled after British "Arcades"-- It's a super small spot, but I like that. I've gotten both one of the best manicures and pedicures of my life here. Vy is a genius on my nails-- I am a content creator for a company, so a bit of a hand model in some ways. I like to get eye-catching designs, and Vy has not failed me yet. I get gel overlay/hard gel on my natural nails. No extensions. It's a time consuming preference, but Vy is a incredibly accommodating. If you're looking for a place that feels like you're own little best-kept-secret-- this is it! read more

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Really great service. I don't have the time to leave many reviews but I'll be back very, very soon.

Went here on a weekday with an appointment and got a gel manicure and regular pedicure. in spite of having an appointment they double booked and i didn't get to see my manicurist til 40 minutes after my appt. I asked for a french tip design on my ring finger for both hands and didn't notice it wasn't applied correctly til I got home. the glitter smeared all over my ring finger and residual glitter got on my other fingers (see pics). Tried contacting the salon via their website contact page and DM Nailbox instagram to rectify this situation and got no answer. Super disappointed as I work down the street from here. read more

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Amazing service and attention to detail! Staff is friendly and welcoming. The decor is beautiful and adds to the pampering experience. Highly recommend! read more

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Went in to try for the first time. Got gel x with a solid color. It was $90 that's way overpriced compared to other places so I thought it was going to be something special, was not. I've had better for less. They weren't friendly, I won't be returning. read more

AMAZING salon! Super clean and aesthetic inside, very monochromatic. Lynn did an excellent job on my set, she really paid attention to the details I asked for and was super communicative about what she was capable of doing :) I've been on the hunt for an affordable nail salon and their prices can't be beat! So affordable and reasonably priced, I was able to leave a really big tip because of it! They do mani's and pedi's if you want the best of both worlds. I will absolutely be returning, this is my new go-to spot! I did chrome aura :) read more

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Find somewhere else to go! If you seen this place on instagram or tik tok please don't be mislead. At first glance it looks like this clean Chic modern minimalistic spa , but it's small and the chairs and tables are dirty. If you think you're going to sit and relax in a comfy massage chair! You are not! The chairs are uncomfortable! They have no hot water they boil it in a tea kettle! The charge you 70 dollars for the whole experience! 0/10 do not recommend read more

Pasadena Nailbox is definitely a more intimate nail salon, which I enjoy. Additionally, the nail salon was clean and the techs were friendly and accommodating. read more

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I wanna love this place bc it has tons of potential. It's such a great location and the parking is free on Sundays. They have a good assortment of colors and are friendly. I also like that you can book on Booksy. The biggest issue I have is that the place always seems untidy and crowded with stuff (e.g., Amazon packages, tea kettle on the floor, pillows and chairs with mild stains). They are also the only place that I know that charges for removal of gel (when you already have gel and getting a gel service). The quality of the work is comparable to other places that charge $50~ for a gel pedi, so taken together, the price point of $65 for the same service seems steep. read more

Rainnie reached out to me to apologise for my experience at the Nailbox Pasadena location and offered me an opportunity to come back to get my nails re-done by a different artist. She was able to squeeze me in Saturday at the DTLA location, and I was very lucky to have Vy help me out. Vy removed the old manicure, reshaped all my nails beautifully and meticulously cleaned my cuticles (which still had so much dead skin on them...) And she did a beautiful job on my manicure! I felt so relaxed and pampered under Vy's care, unlike last time! Thank you again to Rainnie & Vy for rectifying a bad experience. The DTLA location was great, and I will definitely be back. A huge shout-out to Rainnie too for following up with me and really ensuring I was taken care of this time. read more

I love this place. They are super nice and professional. Staff really take the time to ensure my mani looks perfect. read more

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My first time at this salon, the space is really clean and cute, but I did not enjoy the experience with the portable wash basins, and the gel removal was more damaging than it had to be. For context, I consistently get gel manis and regular pedis and booked here on a friend's suggestion. Love the location but had a few problems. - the pedicures are not comfortable because they don't have a built in basin or professional chair, but rather an uncomfortable table chair and portable wash basin that they fill in a sink and move to you with a utility cart. Because of this, I could not relax during the treatment because I had to tense all my muscles to balance the bason, which almost tipped over a few times. - Still, my gel removal was the most frustrating because she used a nail drill instead of a push stick AFTER the acetone. It's normal to use a nail drill to sand off the top layer before the acetone soak, but after, it's really damaging, and it was clear that many layers of my real nail were removed. - Finally, my gel polish chipped within 3 days. Disappointing, but I may be an outlier as the other reviews seem really positive. read more

I've been coming here since they opened it and I never had any problems! Super easy to book , same day appointment ! I I always get a gel pedicure and I just love it how it looks and it last a long time!!! I would never go anywhere else for my pedicures. *I just wished that the bowls they use for pedicures was a bit more secured so we won't slide so much ! read more

Took my girls here to fulfill their birthday wishes. We loved the results and will definitely be back again soon. Thank you, Nailbox! read more

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I found the nail salon by accident while buying boba nearby. The shop looks very modern and tidy. took my girlfriend here on her birthday. She is so in love and satisfied with the service. Will be back to try the men's service here read more

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The cutest little nail salon! I brought my youngest here to experience her first mani/pedi and she loved it. Very kind, friendly staff, and quality low-odor and organic products. Our mani/pedis came out great. read more

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Great service. They really take their time it's a REAL manicure and pedicure. I'm always on my feet so it felt great to actually get some attention on my toes. I got my nails and toes done by Rannie my mother and sister got their toes & nails done by Chi . They were both amazing. I will totally come back i feel amazing. read more

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I did a last minute walk-in on a Sunday afternoon, & was so glad I came here! Definitely one of the best mani/pedis I've ever gotten. Very detail oriented & meticulous. read more

Would not recommend Place is SUPER OVER PRICED!!! For just a gel pedicure and gel x removal they charged $105 which is unheard of. My sister who also got a gel pedicure, got cut by Rachel while she was scrubbing her feet not to mention her gel polish came off the same day we got home. read more

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Nailbox Arts District and Pasadena are my go to spots! Great service and attention to detail. Never leave unsatisfied. read more

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So disappointed on how my nails turned out. $50 +tip down the drain. I do not recommend this place. I have never left a nail salon this disappointed in my life. read more

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The Best place for Nails Very careful to details and brings flawless results. Festival ready nails The staff is super friendly and kind too read more

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The nail tech proceeded to not paint my nail all the way down the nail bed and forced me into giving her a tip. My nails were filed horribly and uneven. The polish didn't even last a full week and I paid extra for gel manicure. So disappointing I was highly recommended this place. Beware if u come here. read more

Best nail place I've ever been to! James is is my brother from an other mother. We have so much in common Hannah did exactly what I was looking for. I love my nails! I'll definitely be back and spread the word at Caltech read more

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Went to get a gel manicure and pedicure on Friday, today is Monday and I have so many chips it's shocking. I paid $100 and it hasn't even lasted 72 hours. Mail technician was nice but the nail polish must be cheap or watered down and the gel is the same. I haven't had this happen to me this often so this really was surprising. I can see why this place is not thriving. They really need to step up their services to match the outrageous pricing. Won't return. read more

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The people who work here are so nice. I want to give them a great review, but I can't say that I recommend Nail Box with confidence. I really appreciate that they were willing to squeeze me in at the last second, as I needed a mani for an important event the following morning. The only issue was that the manicure was poorly done... I'm not sure if this is because they got me in for a mani just under an hour before closing. They may have been trying to rush the manicure, which is understandable, but sadly it showed. My nails started chipping and looked like they were painted a week ago by the time I got to the event. They're nails, it's not the end of the world, but I regretted giving them a generous tip and paying for their services in general. read more

I've had many many many mani pedis. I would not return or recommend Nailbox Pasadena. I was lured by the amazing pictures of the nail art on their website. When I arrived I was told either that they didn't have the colors or that they could not produce that particular design. I finally settled on French with gold. They did not have the correct product to produce the desired effect so the technician used regular nail polish. (See picture provided) so not happy with my nails that I redid them 3 days later. I also found it odd that I was told " don't move " during my pedicure while someone was working on my manicure. I was shocked. I was very stiff and uncomfortable the entire time afterwards. This resulted in lower back stiffnesses. The place was cute but I ended up in in pain instead of relaxed and the vibes were awkward after I was shut up like I was back in school Stay away in my opinion. So many other places with great professionals in LA to choose from. read more

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Place is cute but the nail polish does not last and I was cut several times. It is not worth the price for justifying the cuteness of the location. I will not return. They Need better nail supplies. read more

They took really great care of me as I prepared for my wedding. I had an original manicure that was okay but because it was for my wedding I wanted it to be perfect and asked for a re-do. Rainnie took such great care of me and was very understanding about the vision for my wedding nail. read more

Rainie is the best! She is a perfectionist and taking good care of her customers. This was my first time visiting the nail salon. Will def go back again! read more

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I can't say enough good things about Nailbox Pasadena! They seriously worked miracles on my hands and feet :) I got a signature pedicure and gel extension manicure with a beautiful free hand design. Their service is exceptional! The salon is beautifully decorated, clean, and the vibe is relaxing, just what I needed. I highly recommend!!!! read more

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The staff was great, really friendly. So this review is not related to the experience. I liked how small the shop was as well as the location. It's just way too expensive - even in these inflation times, it seems overpriced. I won't be back. read more