TL;DR: they tried to over charge me for slop work. I won't be back. Also, Yelp won't let me give zero stars, which is what was earned. I needed to get gel nails removed, called to see if they did that and the cost. I was informed that yes, they can do that and the cost would be $15. I clarified that I would like a treatment for my hands, like a paraffin dip, to help the nails recover and did they do something like that and how much would that be? It was reiterated that it would be $15. I made an appointment and arrived a few minutes prior to my appointment time. After waiting about ten minutes into my appointment time, I was told to sit at a nail station. When the lady finally made her way over to me, she said, "ok, you are here for gel nails?" To which I responded, "no, I am here to have gel nails removed and a hand treatment." She exchanged some words with the man at the desk (not in English), then sighed loudly, and walked away. I continued sitting there. She returned, looking disappointed to see me still sitting there, then sat down and roughly grabbed my hand and began hastily clipping off the length of the gel nails with scissors. Once she cleared my hand, she produced a condiment cup with clear liquid and told me to bring my fingers together in a point and put them into the cup. They did not fit comfortably or well. Then she did the same to my other hand and walked away. She was gone about 10 minutes as my finger tips soaked in what I later learned was 100% acetone. When she came back, she used a Dremel tool to remove some of the gel. Then she put a lot of mineral oil on my hands and told me to wash them at the sink. When I returned to the nail station, she laughed at me and said, "you're done! Leave." A bit shocked, I asked about the hand treatment and she said I was done. So I went up to the counter to pay and leave (I didn't really feel welcome when I arrived and by this point, I felt it was clear I was not welcome). The man said it would be a higher cost than what I had initially been told. I said as much, that I had been told $15. He exchanged some shouting with the tech who was in the back, then told me to just give him $20 and that would be fine. I told him I had been told $15, so if he was now charging me $20, then I did not have a tip for his technician, handed the bill over and left. There was gel stuck to my fingertips, my nails had been cut so poorly, and I had to spend an additional 30min at home to fix the slop work they did. Here are some photos I took right afterward, before I fixed it read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Poorly manicured nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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best acrylics i've ever gotten and i am PICKY. beautifully thin, clean, smooth, and even. Quyen did my nails :)

I can't remember who did my nails but she did better than the sample picture I showed her. I will definitely come back here again! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I never really write reviews but the shape was done so nicely, the nails do not lift up from my fingers which happens a lot with other nail salons. I will definitely be coming back again, the quality is just unmatched. I've yet to see another nail salon in SD shape my nails this well which I think is the hardest part of extensions!! Also the nail tech was so nice and patient and tried two different types of chrome on my nails read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Gel X, color:84 with white chrome - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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The staff at the nail studio are very understanding and have excellent customer service.

The best nail salon around!! I've been going here for over three years and wouldn't trust anyone else with my nails! Jennifer is the best :)

Absolutely obsessed with this nail salon! The staff is so friendly, the space is clean and relaxing, and my nails come out perfect every single time. Consistently amazing service--won't go anywhere else! read more

Wow - Holly was phenomenal! The whole staff was kind but I feel so lucky I could have my services done by Holly. She was attentive to detail, kind and because the pedicure felt so great - I added a manicure Salon seemed clean and well cared for, all staff seemed nice and appeared to take great care of the people they had with them. I was just visiting for work but I'd make this a regular place if I lived in the area! Highly recommend read more

Update: I gave them a call next day morning and Will invited me to visit again for a redo. Lily helped redo my nails and she did an amazing job. Still my favorite nail salon in town! ---- I've visited this salon several times and have generally been very happy with the services. The environment is cozy, clean, and bright, and the staff are very nice. Unfortunately, I had a disappointing experience for a gel pedicure I got today. The technician was friendly and helped me find the right color, but the results were not up to the usual standard. I left the salon with toe nails unevenly/ not fully polished, especially near the edges. On some toes, the gel polish ends far from the bottom edge, making it look like it was done a week ago. Additionally, there are residual polishes left on my nails, resulting in two colors on some of them. I'm usually not picky about my gel pedicures, which is why I don't request a specific technician and work with whoever is available. This is the first time I regret that decision. I still like this place a lot and might return. But right now I'm kinda bothered by how my nails look and am thinking getting the gel polish removed asap... read more

I got a refill today and I went home with a bleeding finger and uneven coloring. This is my first time here because the nail salon I usually go to is fully booked for today. The technician was nice and took care of my cut after the service, but I had never gotten a cut from any technician before this time. I don't think the technician cleaned the nail drill between customers which is my biggest concern. read more

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I got my nails done on Saturday 10/5/24 time stamp: 2:13pm & I sat in the pedicure chair in the far left close to the bathrooms. I came into the salon for a fill (I had tips already on) & wanted frenchies on both my toes & nails. I brought in my own base nail polish so I didn't use their base coat, just the white tip nail polish and of course their gel top coat. My total was $117, the lady doing my nails didn't acknowledge me or say hi to me or nothing just with a rude attitude & asked "what color?" I was annoyed by her attitude the whole entire visit! I do not believe I should have paid $117 for this especially if I had tips on already and I brought my own polish. The lady doing my toes was nice but she didn't take out my ingrown toenails like I asked her to do. This is ridiculous and I don't recommend anyone coming here since they don't have their pricing making any sort of sense! Super disappointed! read more

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I treated my mom to a gel manicure today. The women who did my moms nails didn't at all do what we asked for and instead did what she wanted to do. Then flat out denied it. Almost $70 and mom's nails are cracking and chipping. Never again. I highly recommend you find a different nail salon. read more

This place is legit. This place is classy, upscale, and decently priced. It can get busy so I recommend calling ahead of time. I've been there when there are 0 people waiting but people come in with appointments and get seated before me (as they should). It's popular because they are thorough. I have NEVER had a nail break after having them done here. I get dip without tips for $55. You will need cash or venmo to tip your technician but not all technicians have venmo. You can venmo the owner who will cash out the technician but there is also an ATM in the back. Don't hesitate. Just go. read more

I'm glad that you at least know how to remove gel polish in theory because essentially this was not what you did to my nails. My nails were in acetone for less than two minutes and instead she sand them very aggressively back and forth and not only in a single direction but just randomly! My nail has gotten so thin at some points that if I touch them it'll hurt!! All you did was to blame my previous manicurist although she was a professional unlike you! I wish I had gone to her this time too I never thought that you cannot do even the most basic task of polish removal. Also, don't try to look responsive here in Yelp! In the salon, you yourself were there but did not bother to look at my nails when I raised the issue I was told that the manager is a guy who is not there!! Awful place to go to! Stay away! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Lily does my nails! She is so detail oriented and kind. The owner is super great and we always have a good time chatting with everyone. I bring my husband and my sisters here bc I know everyone in here has high standards and the place is so clean!! The ambience is also relaxing. They always offer water bottles and the bathroom is also very clean. The area is very convenient CVS is next door and many food options. I'm very lucky to have a great place right in my neighborhood. Highly recommend gel pedicure. It lasts me 3 to 4 weeks. read more

Radiance Nails Studio - My toes done with gel pedicure. I believe this is color 108 which is a royal blue. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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Service was amazing and the salon is very nice! The staff were so kind and had great conversations. I would definitely recommend :) read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Light yellow nails! - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Lucked into finding this spot for a friend and I to celebrate our birthdays - we live at opposite ends of the county and after this experience we'll be coming back at least once a month. Overall the salon is clean, great music/vibe, the staff is friendly and do outstanding work. Can't wait to go back :) read more

I love coming in! I normally see Sydney for gel fills and she consistently does a great job. Salon is very clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. read more

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I absolutely love this studio. Clean, friendly, not pushy and the talent is amazing! I always walk out with a smile! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Let me preface this by saying that I went in excited to get acrylic nails for the first time by a technician that I had high hopes for after having read so many reviews about her work, but I left feeling sad and regretful as this was easily one of the worst experiences I've ever had. I felt unwelcomed from the moment I was seated. Since it was my first time at this nail salon, I was eager to meet the nail tech that I had requested for, and made a point to confirm with the tech who seated me, only to be ignored when I asked if she was indeed Jayda. With little to no greeting, she reached for my hand and started buffing the edges of my nails before hurriedly attaching the artificial nails. However, since it was my first time getting acrylic nails, I was under the assumption that she was simply making sure that the artificial nails were the correct fit, so I asked if she was planning on trimming my nails beforehand. Instead of a gentle explanation as to what she was doing, she asked in annoyance if I would prefer that she did. After I confirmed that I wanted to trim my nails beforehand (as to avoid visible double nails underneath), she gave me an exasperated look over her face mask before proceeding to briskly trim my nails in an annoyed manner to the point where I was scared she was going to accidentally cut me. I then asked if she could also file away the jagged edges, which I would think would be the next best course of action, but this seemed to irritate her even more. I was willing to look past the initial interaction, but her irritable response at such a simple request made me feel like I had done something wrong. Throughout the duration of my service, Jayda would take multiple phone calls from clients and would abruptly stop working on my nails to pencil in future appointments for other clients. Her distracted state led to her lack of attention to detail on my nails, which caused her to cut me in three different places [see photos attached]. And to add to all that, her frequent change in tasks also made me feel like a huge inconvenience as a client, which is not how a client should ever be left feeling. I understand that as a business owner, you are required to wear multiple hats, however, if you are currently tending to a client, your client should be your main focus. In the case that there is an overbearing amount of work, there should be a dedicated receptionist, especially if it's detracting from a customer's paid experience. There were times where she'd answer my questions in a condescending tone, which left me feeling anxious and at the edge of my seat throughout the appointment to the point where she had to tell me to relax my fingers multiple times. By the end of it all, I was instructed to wash my hands, but when I came back, I found another client seated with my phone moved to the front desk, only my bag was still at the station. I had to ask Jayda's next client if they could hand me my belongings. When I went up to pay, I was expected to pay tip. Tip is contingent on quality of service and customer satisfaction, it is not a given. I've heard of the "assembly line" issue at nail salons, but this was my first time experiencing it. tldr: Jayda made me feel like an inconvenience and left me at the edge of my seat throughout the duration of my appointment. I've never felt so unvalued as a client, and left feeling sad and regretful. I would give negative stars if I could. Needless to say, I will not be returning. read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Bleeding cuticle by Jayda - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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This was my first time going here. pro - they get you in quick. i called 10 minutes before going asking for an appointment and they had an opening. waited about 15 minutes. was thankful for that since my normal spot couldn't get me in. con - nails are flawed and have bumps on most of the nails. she was rough & it seemed a bit rushed. i don't blame my nail tech for the rushing part. i think someone is just overbooking and they have to have a quick turn around. read more

Everyone is really nice, however prices are a little high for what you get. Got their most expensive pedicure and with gel/french it was $96. Paint job looks great, however my feet are still dry/rough. For a $96 pedicure my feet should feel completely soft. read more

Lily did a great job on my nails. I'm very happy with this location and service. She took her time and made sure everything was perfect. 10 out of 10, would recommend. read more

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Just as an update, that's how my nails ends, gel never came out that easy as this time and at this moment I'm just laughing, apparently the owner just blocked me. My appointment was on a Saturday because that's my only day off so when she tried to fix it I just could come back on a Saturday, tbh I don't understand this situation but I take it as an experience read more

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I got my nails done by Lily, and she is by far the best nail technician I ever had! She is so sweet, and you can tell that she is an expert at what she does. I showed her the color and style that I want for my nails and she nailed it! She exceeded my expectations. I love my nails, thank you! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Comeback here with another fullset and everything was perfect. I love radiance nails read more

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We were walk-ins this past weekend and we were accommodated quickly. I expected to have long wait so that was an extra bonus! All of the techs were amazing and friendly, including the spa attendant working at the front. Cost was high, but what I expected for the quality. We had two gel pedicures, two full sets with gel which all came out to $275. Our nails are shaped so well, no spill over from the gel, and the acrylic is smooth and even. I didn't feel like the treatments were rushed and the staff even had conversations with us. I would definitely come again! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Full set - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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Pretty good place. This is located in a plaza with parking. I think they just newly open since their sign is a banner. It opens up to a white paint job and nicely decorated interior with a big screen tv at the back. Many mani and pedi stations. Check in tablet on the left by inputting your number... (only way to check in) Two books for gel, I did find the colors lacking a bit... as both books were almost similar in shades. I did really appreciate this place calling me back saying to come 15 minutes later than our previous conversation. That was definitely key for me. As most places say wait 5 minutes and it turns out to be an hour. I hate that. They have the menu price above the check in counter on the left with different levels of mani and pedi. We ended up doing pedicure level 4 + gel manicure level 2= $170 plus tip So the pricing is slightly pricey but they do a really good job. I failed to look at all my fingers side ways so it was my fault but my pinky and ring fingers on my right hand isn't smooth. Oh well! Minor details. We were also offered water as well. I would definitely come back. read more

Back for my "fun summer color" and went with gels instead of dips and switched from oval to round shape now that my nails are a bit stronger. I was pressed for time and Hien did the dip removal and new nails in 42 minutes. I don't see a reason to go anywhere else - think I officially found my favorite new place :) read more

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Anna is simply the best! She is so meticulous and detailed and I leave feeling pampered every time. Thanks Radiance! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I've been coming to Jayda and her staff for almost 2 years now. They are the most friendly nail techs I've ever met. They greet you and make you feel welcome as soon as you step in the salon. Jayda is my favorite technician who does my nails regularly, she does the best designs and pays attention to detail. She has great customer service, going as far to remember your preferences and gives advice when you're unsure of what design you want. She is so talented and freehands beautiful nail designs. She also is up to date on all the nail trends so if you have a design you like and saw on Instagram she will do her very best to do it and most of the time be better than the picture ! The salon is always super clean and they use clean tools every time. I love the atmosphere inside, it's always decorated to the season with fresh flowers and the TV always has a relaxing show on. They offer you water during your stay and make sure your comfy when sitting in their chairs. Their services go above and beyond regular salons and they have reasonable prices. No matter your budget, their is a service for you that will have you feeling and looking your best! Also they use quality products ! My nails never lift (I get mostly acrylics) and I've gone over a month without a fill and my nails still look amazing! They have a HUGE collection of gel polishes so there's a color for everyone. They also have a wide range of dip powder and regular polish. I can't recommend Radiance Nails enough!! 10/10 These are all of my nails from the past 3-4 months read more

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Radiance is one of the nicest salons I've ever been to and their service is equally so! The atmosphere is bright and cheerful; staff is friendly and accommodating, they're happy to chat or just let you chill quietly if you prefer. I've come here several times for pedicures, acrylics, and removals, and I feel confident saying that I'll always come back to Radiance to have my nails done. Thi was amazing with my most recent acrylic fill, and I hope to see her again soon! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - my holiday acrylic set (plus a pedicure that's like 2 months old from Radiance and is still going strong ) - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I am honestly disappointed. I have a Vegas trip that's super important to me and I needed my nails PERFECT. I asked and stressed the importance and they said it was no problem. Simple design just needed a daisy flower design and the design sadly turned out really bad and I felt too bad to say anything. The oil they rub you with got all over my cars leather seats because it wasn't washed off properly. Just sad they couldn't be honest with me and just say they weren't that good at designs I would have just went elsewhere. read more

Radiance Nails Studio - What I got - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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I went and had a pedicure yesterday with Kelly. She provided the most relaxing pedicure ever. I always look forward to the massage part and she did a fantastic job, and even offered to add on 10 minutes extra. This photo is 1 day post and I just walked on the beach so there is a little sand. read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Everything is wonderful! Start to finish! Great service, colors and people! Highly recommend.

Manicurist don't speak a lot of English. Makes for communication angst. However, they are all very kind and friendly.

AMAZING experience, once again.. pedicure& full set- service was absolutely PHENOMENAL. the attention paid to the shape of my nails is unmatched, and the service of my pedicure was outstanding... I would argue this is the best nail salon in the area. My only regret is not asking the name of the tech's because they did such and amazing job. read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Full set with white powder. Gorgeous - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I get my nails done by Jayda and she does an amazing job every time! I usually just show her a picture of what I want and she gives me exactly what I want, but better! She's very detail oriented which I really appreciate. If you want nail art, you should ask for Jayda :) read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Went in 10/13. Sydney did an attricious job. I tried to make my point about how the tips were too thick but she refused to take my feedback. I don't understand how anybody can screw up a simple French tip. She didn't even clean up the edges! The tips are really uneven. I've been going to this salon for a while and they're generally not that bad but this time was my worst experience! read more

Radiance Nails Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I was in SD for a business trip & was in desperate need of getting my gel-x nails removed. I called Radiance after 5pm on Monday 3/25 & asked if they had time to remove my nails & they said yes. I was about 10 minutes away & they took care of me right away. I was out of there in about 20 minutes. The girl who removed my nails was so gentle! Most of my nails were lifting, so that also made it so easy. read more