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    NailBox Studios

    4.3 (338 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    Services - NailBox Studios

    Nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

    Manicure

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    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail repair

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    Pink French on pink base
    Imani C.

    I'm so glad I found a manicurist near me that can do a Russian Manicure! I'm obsessed with my nails! She's great conversation and puts so much effort into the final product. Can't wait to come back

    Shoutout to Sam! I had the pleasure of meeting Sam at the WorkinChix event in August, and let me tell you--what a vibe! We chatted, laughed, and I walked away with a stunning permanent anklet and the most flawless Russian manicure. Four weeks later, I'm back for another mani-pedi, and Sam is even fixing my bracelet. She's not just talented--she's warm, easy to talk to, and makes every appointment feel like a hangout with a friend. If you haven't booked with Sam yet, you're missing out! #BeautyVibes #RussianManicure #PermanentJewelry #SamIsTheVibe

    Inside lighting
    Aline B.

    Another amazing appointment with Samantha! Very amazed at how long my last set held. I had no chipping, no lifting, nothing. I am very rough with my hands due to my profession and I couldn't be happier I found a nail tech that uses amazing products and provides top notch service. Samantha is extremely detail oriented. My cuticles look the best they've ever looked, the nail shape is on point and just how I like it. Also, there's a huge selection of polish colors and shades and I couldn't be happier with this beautiful iridescent clear pink that I picked out this time. Very unique selection and I love it. Highly recommend coming here and getting your nails perfected by Samantha, she's truly the best. **last photo is from first appointment/ first review. First two photos from this last appointment in different lighting ( natural lighting and inside lighting).

    Nicolette R.

    It's been a year since I first started manis with Samantha at Nailbox Studios! Sam always knows exactly the look I want and my nails are always perfect. I receive many compliments. The quality and expertise is top notch and Sam is up on the latest trends and quality products! She's also a cool girl to spend a couple of hours with every other week. The salon is posh and cute in the heart of Castro Valley. I look forward to our chat sesh

    I've been a regular here, where Sam has consistently impressed me with her nail artistry. Her use of builder gel is exceptional, and my nails stay flawless for over four weeks without any issues. Recently, I got my nails done while traveling abroad, and one of them cracked at the nail bed. Sam repaired it with a gentle touch, applying a Gel-X extension to protect my natural nail as it grew out. The process was seamless and pain free. I highly recommend her skilled work!

    Love pink! Samantha knows this and recommends the best colors for me. She also has a great selection of colors to choose from
    Marian M.

    Samantha of Nailbox Studios always pay attention to detail and gives your nails so much care. I really appreciate the time she gives to her service and work. When you come to Castro Valley, give yourself time to get your nails done.. the end result is fabulous nails for weeks. Her studio is cute and intimate which allows her to give the attention and detail to her work and end result having fabulous nails. If you're in the San Leandro, Hayward and Castro Valley area, you have a gem with Nailbox Studios

    Russian Gel Nails

    Went to NailBox Studios for a Russian Gel Manicure. Sam did an amazing manicure. Best I've ever had. I have thick cuticles and lots of hang nails. Other salons just didn't do the trick. Her products are high quality. I will continue to go back

    So pretty!
    Marchi A.

    After a disastrous experience in Vegas, I went to Nailbox to remove my current gel-X set and opted to just get regular gel. Samantha called to let me know that she was running behind and I somehow ended up with Lavie?? Sorry Samantha! Lavie was very sweet and even offered to re-do my gel-x, so I thought why not? I've spent so much money already? Why not just get what I really wanted in the first place? I'm glad I did because she did such an an amazing job!! I appreciate she also took her time and gave me what I asked for. Scheduling is super easy, all appointments can be made on Vagaro. I'll definitely come back and maybe get a design!

    Chelsea B.

    This review is for Lavie. I've gone to her for a gel x mani and gel pedi several times now Lavie is an absolute pro when it comes to nails. She took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted, and then went above and beyond to make sure my nails looked perfect. Her attention to detail was truly impressive, and I could tell that she takes great pride in her work. I have never been disappointed in a set she has done for me. They all last a very long time and no lift! I can't recommend her enough

    Ashley R.

    Got my nails done here for a first time. It is pricey but i worth the money. I think Hein did my nails, she did so amazing! She was also very sweet and accommodating. I had a broken nail and she was able to extend it with "dream gel". It's pretty comfortable and not as think as dip or acrylic. Will definitely be going back :)

    Krystel D.

    I recently had the pleasure of getting my nails done by Samantha at NailBox, and I wanted to share my experience with you. Not only is Samantha an incredibly talented nail technician, but she's also a delight to chat with during the appointment. She's a hardworking mama who puts her heart and soul into her work, and it truly shows in the results. During my visit, she introduced me to builder gel, a game-changer for nail overlays. It's softer than traditional gel polish but provides a stronger and healthier overlay for my natural nails. Samantha's skills, friendly demeanor, and dedication to her craft make her the go-to nail technician in town. If you're looking for beautiful nails and a wonderful conversation, I highly recommend booking an appointment with Samantha at NailBox. She is right next to the CV movie theater.You won't be disappointed!

    French Fade Gel X by Lavie
    Annie B.

    This review is for Lavie! I booked a last minute appointment day of and she literally did my nails until like 8:30pm that day well after hours. I have some damage on my thumbs due to picking at my cuticles and she made recommendations on how I can get them more even with dream gel moving forward, but because I was getting ready to go on vacation, we proceeded with Gel X. I chose a medium length coffin shape and decided to get French fade based on one of her pictures I saw on her Instagram. Absolutely phenomenal job and she does a great job cleaning up the cuticles. My thumbs also look SOO amazing and really natural. She really took her time and made sure they were picture perfect. She is definitely my go-to for Gel X and any future bookings. The salon is also super clean and because they do a lot of gel it doesn't have that typical acrylic odor that most salons usually have. Absolutely love my nails and the entire experience! Will be returning for sure!

    Leah O.

    Shoutout to Sam on doing my nails! Was pricey but worth the $$$. I asked for Hailey Bieber nails and she delivered Also, my prior nails were acrylic nails done from another nail salon and was given the worst "ombre" nails. She advises me that they only do gel x nails with organic products that are less toxic and that they do NOT do acrylics as it is more harmful and can further ruin the nail bed. If ya'll need to treat yourself and self-care, highly recommend this place!!

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    Ask the Community - NailBox Studios

    What are gel x nails? Are they different than acrylic?

    They are gel extensions attached with gel, so they are like fancy press ons, but when applied well can last up to three weeks. However water can get under them if they're not applied well.

    Do you also have drinks here?

    yes they do. No Alcohol beverages though

    Do you use MMA or EMA nail liquid for your acrylics?

    Hi there! MMA is forbidden to use in nail salons, we pride ourselves in not using banned substances in The US. We do currently use EMA formula. Hope this answers your question!

    Do you guys do long gel sets?

    Yes we do !

    How much is it for acrylic nails?

    Acrylic nails full set with gel color 50$

    Hi! Do you guys do overlay here?

    Hi gel overlay would be a BIAB gel mani. So, yes we do!

    Hi! I want to do an acrylic soak off and a gel manicure and regular pedicure. Can you tell me if this…

    I’m sorry, but we realized not all acrylic sets can be removed via soak off. Some acrylics must be partially filed off. We can not determine that without seeing your set first. If it does require a file down, unfortunately we can not remove them.

    Do you guys do fiberglass nail? if so how much?

    Hi! Sorry we don’t do fiberglass nails.

    Excuse me, I would like to remove my gel nail,how much does it cost and can anyone speak Chinese there?

    For gel removal it is $7 and I am sorry none of our nail technicians speak Chinese only Vietnamese

    Is this expensive ? How much they charge for pedicure and manicure?

    Gel mani and regular polish pedi is $65 Regular polish mani and pedi is $45

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    The only reason why I know of Nailbox studios is because of the most sweetest and polite girl, Norma.

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    I've been coming to White Heaven Nail Spa for the past 3 years, and there's a reason I keep coming…read moreback... Consistency. I've seen almost every nail tech there, and no matter who I book with, the quality, attention to detail, and overall experience have always been on point. Today I wanted to give a special shoutout to Sofie, who did my deluxe pedicure. She was incredibly thorough, gentle, and made the whole experience super relaxing, especially the foot massage. Also, Michelle deserves a huge thank you for introducing me to buildable gel. After trying both regular gel and dip over the years, I'm officially converted! The finish looks more natural, lighter and feels healthier for my nails. What really sets White Heaven apart is how well they take care of their customers. The staff is always professional, the salon is clean and well-maintained, and they're great at listening to what you want while also making recommendations. Appointments run on time, and you never feel rushed, which I really appreciate. If you're looking for a nail salon that consistently delivers high-quality work and great service, this is it. Highly recommend!

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    Update to the update…read more I was unable to return for the nail correction that they offered- which was very appreciative of having that option. I went back for my builder gel fill on my natural nail and was satisfied with this set. Shape is on point , almond and I like more slender and the tech did that for me. This time around they did have new colors that caught my eye like the cat eye chrome and a client next to me was having some airbrush art work, which is something I never saw before so I will be back to try some funner creative sets. Full transparency my builder gel fill was 60$. My nail tech was swift, and detailed. For this experience I had - well worth it!

    I had such a wonderful experience here and can't recommend this salon enough! From the moment I…read morewalked in, the team made me feel genuinely welcome -- warm, friendly, and attentive from start to finish. What really sets this salon apart is how seriously they take client safety. As someone with an allergy to acrylates and methacrylates, finding a safe salon has always been a challenge. This team handled it with such care -- they're a fully zero-acrylic salon and use HEMA-free products, which made the whole experience completely stress-free for me. It's rare to find a place that takes allergies this seriously, and I'm so grateful. They do have a wide range of colors and brands from the exterior. On top of that, they offered complimentary drinks on arrival, the space is spotlessly clean, and the vibe is modern and absolutely adorable. Every detail felt thoughtful. If you're looking for a salon that combines skill, safety, and style -- this is it. I'll definitely be back!

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