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    Polished Nail Studio

    5.0 (32 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Closed 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Structured Gel Manicure
    Nat N.

    This was my first visit and I'm happy to say I'll be coming back! The nail studio is cute, clean, and the employees are very kind! I came in with a photo from Pinterest and the nail tech did an amazing job recreating it for me! Best nail art I've had done so far! She took her time and did quality work! Definitely recommend this place! Thank you

    Andy K.

    If you're looking for the best service look no further than Polished. The booking process was fast and easy and finding the place was fast and easy. Karen did an excellent job with my pedicure that left my feet soft and clean. She even used a scrub to exfoliate my legs. The place itself has a perfect & chill vibe with great amenities such as coffee, soft drinks, free street parking, great music and much more. I will definitely be recommending this place to everyone I know.

    Structured gel manicure

    I've been coming here for over a year now. I was looking for a local spot that does Russian manicures. There are 2 girls here. I always see Karen, who is the sweetest and very attentive. I can tell her exactly what I want (like if I want to go shorter or file more in a certain spot), and she listens and does just that. She's also able to help me decide when I don't know what color or style I'm going for. The place is also cute and there are coffee, sodas, water, and sweets available for clients.

    My new nails!
    tinno A.

    Loved meeting Karen and her lovely place. She accommodated me last minute, did a wonderful job removing my old gel manicure and cleaning my nails and loved her recommendations and my new nails!The place is lovely, quaint, cosy and a perfect location to go with your girlfriend to have your nails done. Thank you so much!!

    Still absolutely fab! Loving the progress of growing my nails out over the past two months and the chrome nails I got today

    Jenna G.

    So clean, so welcoming, so professional! Polished offers everything you need for a perfect mani/pedi. So happy to have found Karen. She takes her time and goes above and beyoI won't go anywhere else.

    Valerie H.

    This place is such a vibe. You walk in to a very intimate space. It feels so personal, like the space is just for you. Karen is so sweet and takes so much pride in her work. It shows in her art and her attention to detail. Such a hidden gem.

    Freshly cleaned natural nails with structured gel.
    Elizabeth C.

    Pasadena! Your boutique nail salon experience has arrived. After months of searching for a place to give me an attentive, quality experience, I found Karen and her beautiful new nail studio. The perk- it's very close to home! I went in with tragic nails and no appointment, which I was graciously greeted with service and an offer for something to drink and a chair. Karen spent quality time explaining what may be best for me, how the product works and how long each option would take. Her studio is not a quick in and out kind of place, which I prefer considering other places I have found seem to rush me to get more clients in the door. Everything is extremely clean, she has a beautiful variety of colors and services available. I can't wait to see her business grow and look forward to being a long time client.

    Pedicure station
    Diana K.

    Ok soooo... I think I have officially found my forever nail salon/ nail girl!! I originally found Karen/Polished Nail Studio on Instagram and messaged her for an appointment and was happy to get a quick response with the exact date and time I was requesting. I went in for my appointment and was greeted by Karen who was ready to get me going. She had great music playing, candles lit everywhere which made the place smell amazing. The service she provided was amazing. Very detailed and took her time. You can tell she is an actual license professional. Definitely it your ordinary chop shop salon. Overall the place is a vibe. With only 2 pedi stations and 2 mani stations you literally feel like you are getting a customized and personalized experience just . I was glad to spend 2+ hours there and am looking forward to my next appointment already!

    Fall/birthday nails
    Lily G.

    I've been searching for THE nail tech for my nails and Karen is it! She was very attentive from the minute I walked in until the second I left. She made me feel welcomed since I messaged her to book an appointment. I was looking for someone to executive a fall look for my birthday nails and she nailed it. She took her time prepping my nails and doing the design I had requested. She was very pleasing to be around not like those nail salons that rush you while you're getting your nails done. All the refreshments are delicious as well. This is not a place you want to sleep on! Book now and you'll see what I'm raving about. I cannot recommend Karen more to all my fellow ladies looking for their forever nail girl.

    Lizzi R.

    I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a Russian structured gel manicure with Renata. You can tell that Renata is very passionate about her craft. I left with miniature works of art on my nails that I couldn't stop looking at. I did wait a few weeks before writing this review because I wanted to see how my nails held up with all the typing and frequent hand washing I do. Well it's safe to say that I'm very impressed. My nails still look flawless, so I'm very happy. The nail studio was very clean, which was the first thing I noticed and I had no issues finding parking which is always a plus!

    Spooky nails:)
    Becky G.

    I requested an appointment and they got back to me the same day! Very great customer service and communication! The studio is super cute, they have coffee and stuff to offer with the service. I got exactly what I asked for on my nails for spooky szn! The nail techs were so nice!

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    Karen is my go-to nail tech. I love her work and her quick responses to my last-minute scheduling requests!!

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    I always see Karen, who is the sweetest and very attentive.

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    4.3(20 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    I absolutely like this nail salon. Everyone is very professional, I would like to mention Serena,…read morewho makes my nails come out perfect. They all take their time to make sure everything comes out flawless. Customer service is amazing and the atmosphere is peaceful and friendly. I highly recommend this salon.

    Please read below reviews: notice the dates? lol the owner is making fake accounts after my honest…read morereview. This review is difficult to write because I gave this salon multiple chances and truly wanted to support them as a Pasadena local, but what started as disappointment over birthday nails turned into concerns about sanitation, professionalism, pricing, and customer treatment. Please consider looking at the photos of my nails an hour after they were done. I initially overlooked things because there was one employee in particular who was very kind and I kept hoping my experience would improve. Unfortunately, after several visits, I began noticing issues that became impossible to ignore. I observed sanitation and maintenance concerns that made me uncomfortable, including openings in walls with exposed plumbing, tools appearing to be reused between clients without proper visible sanitization, and a communal nail brush in the bathroom that was later used during service. This raised hygiene concerns for me personally. My birthday appointment was the turning point. I specifically requested Serena. During removal, my nails chipped significantly and I felt the service was rushed. I requested nail strengthening treatment and a simple French tip, but the final result was thick and not what I had asked for. When I politely said I was unhappy with the outcome, the response immediately became uncomfortable. Cameras were repeatedly referenced even though I was simply discussing the result of my nails and not disputing what happened. I was told that whatever I chose next "better be right" because they did not want me returning unhappy later. The repeated references to surveillance felt unnecessary and unrelated to the issue I was trying to address. There were also concerns about pricing. The posted pricing showed removal and regular polish charges, however I was charged more than expected and left confused about the final total. The polish reportedly applied "free of charge" did not feel free when the overall bill had already increased. After payment there was little acknowledgment, no effort to resolve concerns, and the interaction felt abrupt. When my husband later tried to discuss the pricing and service concerns, the conversation escalated further. Cameras were referenced again, we were directed to contact the owner, a phone number provided was unreachable, and the situation became increasingly hostile rather than solution focused. At that point it stopped being about the money and became about customer treatment. I gave this place multiple chances because there were staff members I genuinely liked and wanted to support. Unfortunately, I left feeling dismissed, uncomfortable, and disappointed. I would encourage management to focus on professionalism, sanitation transparency, customer communication, and handling feedback without escalation. For those looking in Pasadena, I would personally recommend seeking a salon with clearer pricing, stronger customer service, and a cleaner environment.

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    3.8(86 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    I'm the type of person where if I love something, I stick with it. No switching, no experimenting…read more I'm loyal to the end. Ride or die. That's exactly how it is with my nail tech, Hanna. She's been doing my nails for the past five years, which basically means wherever she goes... I go. So when she started working here in Pasadena, I happily followed. This nail salon is spacious, clean, and the customer service is always top-notch. The owner, Giang, is wonderful. If I ever call and miss her, she always calls back quickly. Both she and her husband are incredibly kind, welcoming, and make you feel like a valued customer every time you walk in. All the staff here are friendly and professional. Even though I personally stick with my girl Hanna, I constantly hear great things about the other nail techs as well. Parking-wise, there are a few curb spots right in front, but if those are taken, there's plenty of parking in the plaza next to Domino's, which makes it easy. I love the ambience, the professionalism, and the overall welcoming vibe here. Truly grateful to be one of their customers. Safe to say I'll be coming here for a long time.

    I've been coming here on and off for 15+ years and despite the ownership changes, this place is…read moreconsistently a good bargain. Highly recommend the $45 deluxe pedicure for the callus remover, hot paraffin wax, long massage, including hot stones! With regular manicure, my total was $65, not including tip. Polish is a consistent good application.

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    Lumi Nail Studio

    Lumi Nail Studio

    4.7(306 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$$

    Ever since I was introduced to this place I haven't left. The staff are so professional and…read morethoughtful. I usually go to whoever is available and have never had issues with the nail techs who have done my nails and pedi. They've even suggested helpful tips to the way I do my nails which have worked well. Hard gel overlays are the way to go! Thank you ladies and shoutout to Evelyn for doing such an amazing job! You are very talented. Would highly recommend this place and their tools are clean.

    Ok, I was really hoping this time would be better. And it almost was! I finally got the design I…read morewanted and I do like it very much, but two things are causing me to lower my review. 1. My partner and I booked Olivia and Evelyn because of their excellent reviews on Vagaro. But upon arrival, my partner was directed to Olivia and I was seated with Sylvia without any acknowledgement of the change. 2. More importantly, I've been working hard to grow out my nails and wanted to make sure I kept a good amount of length. But on her initial pass with the drill, Sylvia took so much length off of my thumbnail that it had to be filed below my fingertip. I asked for a round shape but because she took so much length off, I ended up with rounded squares. I'm really upset about the length. I will say my partner's nails look great, and if I decide to return (which is a big "if") I'll be sure to book with Olivia (and hopefully get who I booked with).

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    Maison Nail Spa

    Maison Nail Spa

    4.4(618 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$
    Walk-ins welcome
    Certified professionals

    I'm insanely picky about nail salons, so the fact that I've actually stayed loyal to this one says…read moreeverything!! The spa itself is spotless, spacious, and never gives that rushed, assembly-line vibe. It's almost impossible to find work this good at prices that don't make you think twice. I honestly wanted to gatekeep my nail tech so I wouldn't have to fight for her availability, but she deserves every bit of hype, so here I am... writing a review. I've been seeing Boyoungand she's the only person I trust to get my nails right every. single. time. The quality is ridiculous!!!! I cook, wash dishes, travel, do chores, basically live my life with zero gentleness... and these nails do. not. budge. Scroll through my photos and you'll see exactly what I mean. I even posted my current five-and-a-half-week regrowth because I'm honestly terrified at how well these held up lmao. (dnt judge, I was on vacation)

    My experience at this salon has been getting worse each time. From how dirty/dusty the salon is and…read morehow messy and crowded it is, and everything in between. The front reception person doesn't greet you, and now there's no check in/point system anymore...so what happened to all my points? You are not offered drinks anymore The workers are constantly speaking in another language, running around and bumping into stuff It has become a very unprofessional place I don't get what the point of cameras are inside the salon when nothing is being monitored and improved? There's too many salons to choose from, sadly, things have gone downhill here and it is no longer worth it for the amount of money they charge you.

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