I was pretty excited to finally check this place out after seeing all the pictures posted and the positive reviews. I decided to try them out because I wanted a cool design for a special occasion. Came in asking for a pretty basic design (they couldn't do my original pic because they ran out of the powder, which they coincidentally don't tell me until AFTER the acrylics are already on). The design literally looked nothing like what I asked for, but my fingers were already hurting really bad so I just wanted to get out of there. I get home and sure enough I have multiple tiny cuts on my fingers, to the point where even washing my hands caused them to burn. Nails also weren't even at all, she pretty much left it a mess. The nails on their page are gorgeous so I'm wondering if I just got the wrong person? It was also pricy, but honestly I wouldn't have minded the cost if they did a better job. With how my nails turned out, I could have gone to a cheaper spot and not have my fingers bleeding and sore like they are right now. read more

Came in the other day to get a new set of acrylics and as always, Michelle did an amazing job! She takes her time and always helps me with the design. I am never disappointed by her work! read more

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Highly recommended. Very clean and relaxing atmosphere. Massage chairs are a nice bonus after a long day. Ive been coming here for several years now read more

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The 3 star is mainly for the customer service. Late review but better than never. To clarify, when I say "late" i mean I am behind several months. For those who know me I have a back log of reviews to complete. So I post them late. HENCE "better late than never." I did my research & had truly hope Tip Top Nails to be my new nail salon home due to the very positive reviews I found especially on Jenny. But after my encounter with her on a weekday never have I ever felt so uncomfortable getting my nails done here for the energy & the vibe I felt was so negative. I had pictures & ideas of what I had wanted done. I explained & showed them to Jenny. She started to get frustrated. I wasn't even trying to go fancy. I even tried to make it simple as possible so she wouldn't be upset. As soon as she got to work there were no conversation between her & I until payment time. She did do a good job & I liked my dip powder nails. But I will never return again. This is my two cents. To note: Perhaps this Jenny had a bad day & I just so happened to fall in the existence of it -- us clients can sense things. Hence I am writing this review not give bad ratings or purposely bad reviews on the business. This doesn't mean you guys (those who are the loyal patrons or even new clients) may experience what I had. But I have my right to express how I had felt that day from the service I had received. I did notice the following minor details this nail salon has/does: (1) Each manicure station has a purse hook (2) All the pedicure station has the massage chair remote placed up front & visible. Some salons u can't see where it's hidden! (3) The basic pedicure comes with a quick hot stone massage & price is reasonable! read more

New found gem, my nails needed major help and toe nails were not their beautiful self. Randomly looked into this place on my way home. So happy to have found my new nails spot @Michelle @Linda they work their magic every single time!! read more

Ask for Jessi!!! She was very friendly and I enjoyed the conversations we had during my appointment. She made that hour and fifteen minutes go by so fast. I got a gel set with a pink to white gradient & glitter. It was affordable (I'm a college student so it didn't hurt my bank too much). I'll be coming back soon. I would recommend this salon to everyone!!!! (They also do waxes, threading, and lash extensions.) read more

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I have never received so many compliments on my nails until I got my nails done here!! Jenny seriously has some amazing skills and it definitely shows through her Yelp reviews and the quality of my nails! I was going for a nice spring color and Jenny was able to create exactly what I wanted! I ended up getting a pale pink color as my base and a white base on my ring finger. She added gold foils on my nails to give them an extra pop and I'm so glad she did because they added an extra flair to my nails! On top of that, she was super sweet and took her time to ensure my nails looked perfect. I really appreciated that she didn't rush finishing my nails because a lot of people came in towards the end of my session. Price was very fair as well and I can't wait to come back for my next session!! read more

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I love chrome nails, but every time I had it done at other salons, the chrome didn't last more than 3 days before it began chipping. Then I came to Tip Top. Tasha convinced me to do light pink and chrome ombré nails, and it was GORGEOUS - I couldn't stop staring at it. She promised me that their chrome will not chip, and 3 weeks later, she's right! So glad I found this place. Thank you, Tasha! read more

Tip Top Nail Bar - Light pink and chrome ombré courtesy of Tasha. Beautiful!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Tustin, California

I've been looking for a nail place near my work... I have tried a couple nearby, but none compare to Tip Top Hair and Nails! They are clean, friendly and most of all the quality of their work is amazing. My big toes tend to curve into my akin causing pain if it's cut incorrectly. I no longer have that problem. TASHA IS AMAZING!!! she's friendly, very thorough and I can't say enough about her. She's always booked so you know... Then for my amazing nails. JENNY Is my go to! She's willing to invest in the latest styles of gel paints. 2 weeks ago I got what they call "cat eyes". Loved it and got so many compliments. Didn't chip or come off. Today, off the chart new gel chrome foiling!!!! I love it! She's so great at her craft. She's always booked as well. But bottom line, all the nail gurus are great here. They are very sweet and make you feel at home. Come here, you will not be sorry!!! read more

Tip Top Nail Bar - These nails are to die for!!! They are gel and called Cat Eyes. To me they are like magic marbles. They reflect. Love!!! Thank u Jenny!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Tustin, California

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They are very sweet! The best acrylics I have ever gotten! I come here from Long Beach for the best eyelash extensions! The best nail salon. read more

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I went to these people to get my nails done and a pedicure done. 1. When soaking my feet I told 3 woman my water was ice cold and if they can put hot water in.. my sister had to ask a 4th person to do it and finally got done. Everything was good then.. 2. Went to go pay to find out my bill was 130.00. My pedicure was 45.00. So I couldnt figure out why it was so high. I got gel nails Polish. When I left I had my husband call them asking them how much everything I had done was going to be out the door he was told "70.00". So I had 60.00 stolen from me.. I'll never go back read more

Amazing service! I had my eyebrows and upper lip waxed for $17 total. And as my eyebrows are tiny and hard to do, Qunny made them look beautiful. She also did my nails, and wow! They are beautiful. Thank you for making me feel great about myself. I will definitely be back. read more

Jenny is truly amazing! She is so professional and so talented with nail art. She takes everything I say into consideration and double checks to see if you are liking the result at the end of every step (nail length, filing, nail polish, etc.) Pricing is very fair. I did a full set with gel polish and a design on 4 nails for $42. Finally found my go to nail place and nail stylist. read more

Tip Top Nail Bar - I love love love Jenny's work! - Nail Salons Near Me - Tustin, California

It's my second time there, and exactly not the last. Both was with Mindy. She is the best! High quality, nice prices. After 3 weeks nothing happened with them:) read more

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There's a sign that says walk-ins welcome when I walked in they said to come back at 5 o'clock. It is 1 o'clock right now. They said they're all busy. They can't help me. I told him I can wait 2030 minutes. The woman at the counter was absolutely rude. She said no, we are busy go somewhere else. I am beside myself because I've been coming here for at least a year and to be treated like this. I have no choice but to find another nail salon it's truly sad. What are the girls normally helps me she was telling the woman that she could take me. The woman said no I don't know if this woman was an owner or manager but she was rude if I can give half a star or a -5 star I would. read more

Clean salon and nice color selection , Nina trimmed my nails nicely I probably wouldn't have been able to tell how much extra skin I had had she not trimmed it read more

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I have been coming here for about three years now, and I'm so happy that my friend introduced me to Nina. She really does such a great job with my nails and I am a perfectionist! I love that she's very gentle because my hands are very sensitive and everywhere else I went to, they would always hurt me. Everyone is super nice and friendly. Not the cheapest but not the most expensive place either. I love the way Queenie does my pedicures too! She leaves my feet looking flawless read more

The five stars is due to the perfect combination of things. Firstly, a friend and I were able to call and make a same day appointment on a Sunday. Upon arrival, the salon was extremely clean; they line their soak tubs in a plastic liner and their tools are autoclaved. I got a regular pedicure ($18) with an added callus removal ($5) and a gel manicure ($25). They have SO many gel colors to choose from and they have swatches to help you see what the colors look like when applied. I chose a DND gel color and they had matching regular polish for my toes. Another thing I loved was that for my gel polish, they buffed my nails with via a hand buff and not a dremel. She also didn't over buff my nails, so I know when I take the gel off, my nails will still be in good condition. This was extremely important to me because no one likes brittle nails when you want to give your nails a break. I can't tell you how long they will last, as I'm on my 4th day of wear, but they seem to be holding up extremely well. I was very pleased with my experience at Tip Top as the price and quality is impressive. I will definitely be returning and recommending. read more

Tip Top Nail Bar - Oval shaped gel nail manicure ($25) - Nail Salons Near Me - Tustin, California

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I only get pedicures at Tip Top and I only get them from Linda. I got my first pedicure 4 years ago from her and she is "THE BEST". Professional, sweet, kind and just a beautiful person. Always happy and she does great work. Linda, thank you for always being great!! read more

Great service and staff. I came in to get a spa pedicure ($17 normally but I scaled up to the Tip Top special $25) and gel manicure ($25). Mindy, the manicurist helped me choose a color for my skin tone and to match the color scheme of the upcoming wedding I'm participating in. Trina did my feet and she did an amazing and thorough job! Reasonable prices and great location. I'll definitely come here again. read more

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Jenny does such an amazing job with my nails! She's patient with designs, really takes her time, and is extremely sweet and professional. I've gotten a full gel mani and a liquid gel set done here, both by Jenny so I can't speak for the other workers - but all of whom seem very welcoming, as Vietnamese gossip is virtually nonexistent. The boyfriend lives in SoCal, so yelp led me here to fix a broken nail (one of the best yelp suggestions to date). I've been here on two occasions and I will continue to do so when I'm in the area. Jenny continuously checks on whether I like the length, shape, or design, and also breaks down each charge when giving me the final total - which is nice to see exactly what you're paying for, something many other salons neglect. Great pricing and attention to detail. They even offered an empty massage chair for the poor, sleepy boyfriend of mine to nap in. So sweet! read more

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amazing work! always perfecting my nails! i recommend steven. any picture you show he will perfect. My mom and I always go to him. He's great and they're not pricey read more

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Jenny never fails, so we're gonna try this "http://blog.lulus.com/category/beauty/page/6/" for this week's nail! read more

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Last night was the first time I went to this nail salon and I loved it! Granted, at first, I was a little put off. The lady who was doing my nails seemed to brush me off and it seemed like she wasn't listening to what I was asking her...but I realized a bit later that she didn't speak English (so just be aware of that before you get frustrated). So, I ended up wanting to get acrylics, and it turned out my manicurist didn't know how to do acrylics so they were very accommodating and someone else ended up doing my nails. The person who did my nails, Kelly, was AMAZING. I put that in caps because I really mean it! I am always reluctant to get my nails done because I have really tiny hands, therefore, I have really small fingernails and I always get cut when I get acrylics done. But Kelly was very careful and meticulous with each one of my nails and she patiently went over everything very carefully to ensure that I didn't have any snags or acrylics on my fingers. Make absolutely sure that you make an appointment...just to be safe. I had an appointment last night and I witnessed someone getting turned away because they didn't have any availability. AND ASK FOR KELLY! read more

Tip Top Nail Bar - Kelly did my acrylics and I love them :) - Nail Salons Near Me - Tustin, California

I've been to honestly a million nail salons and I always get the same thing - clear gel builder with tips. So I've got a pretty good handle on what this experience is supposed to be like. I've come back to this salon a few times because so far, these nails last the longest. But what really strikes me is their skill and hospitality. I've been burned before my nail salons who think they can do glitter or decoration and they almost never do anything I like. So I stuck with my usual, clear, for years. Here, they do this amazing 3D design work using acrylic power that just blew me away. But what is better is that when I came back for more, the nail tech said "you know we can put color in that right? You know we can put REAL FLOWERS in your nail right?" I was really impressed! So she's doing this beautiful work with real flowers and puts gem on them, and says my favorite words - do you want glitter? Holy god yes I DO! She says "I've seen you here many times why haven't you told me you like glitter and designs???" I can tell you after this gorgeous manicure I'm never going anywhere else. Seriously. And I've been EVERYWHERE. One million stars for not only good work, but for listening to me, and for going the extra mile to make me happy. read more

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DEFINITELY recommend choosing Jenny as your nail tech!! I've been coming here for weeks now and I never leave dissatisfied with my nails. Every picture I show to Jenny she recreates it perfectly, if not better than the original. She always gets the shape and color exactly how I want it! I've already sent a few friends over her way and they all fell on love with her work too. read more

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I haven't gotten my nails done in over a year, so when my manicurist took most of her time cutting and cleaning my cuticles I was very happy. I don't know the name of the lady who did my nails, but she did an amazing job. Very clean and fresh. The lady who did my pedicure changed my square nail shape to round without asking, so i'm not too happy about that. I called ahead to make an appointment and did not have to wait at all. My gel mani and regular pedicure took exactly 1 hour. Will come again read more

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This is my new go to place to get my nails done! I absolutely love this place. I've been looking for a nail salon for the longest time and finally I found tiptop nails. Looking on the reviews on Yelp, I saw that they had wonderful quality and and good reviews, so I made an appointment Jenny and came in. Their prices for gel nails are great! For $25 bucks you can simple gel nails with some sparkle! Jenny looked at my design and made it exactly like it was in the picture. Also the atmosphere didn't feel rushed and they were not pushy to upsell which appreciate. I also recently got gel acrylics done by Tasha which only $35, totally love this place! Tasha is so sweet and genuine, she wants her customers to be happy. And that's why I keep coming back. But remember to make an appointment they get booked pretty quick! read more

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I have been coming to tip top nails for five years and I have had several incidents that I should have stop coming here much much sooner. Last week, I went to get a full set (acrylics with color) done before my trip. I told Jenny I wanted to pay after my nails were done. When it came to paying, I told her I would be using the remainder of my gift card of $27. She was unhappy and she ask if I can pay cash or credit card, again I told her I'll be using my gift card and she was upset. In the past 5years of getting acrylics I have been charged $22, well not this time. Jenny asked how much my gift card had and I said it's $27 and then she said well it will be $27. I was disappointed on the dishonesty of this place especially since I have been coming here for 5years. I gave my gift card and told them to have a good year. I'm done with this place. Also, last year I bought $40 gift card for my coworker birthday, when I paid with my card, the credit card machine ran out of paper and they couldn't give me a receipt of my transaction. The lady (Jenny's little sister) said that the transaction didn't go through, I checked my banking statement online and the transaction of $40 did go through. She did not want to give me the gift card that I purchased. Long story short, it took about a week of going back and forth to give me the gift card that I purchased. Jenny the owner apologize for the inconvenience and unprofessionalism of the staff. Lastly, the times that I have used my gift card, the staff gives me attitude that I'll be using my gift card. If it bothers them so much then do not offer the service of purchasing a gift card if you're going to give clients attitude and trouble. I'm not going to give this place another chance. I've been too patient and nice to give them multiple chances. They do not deserve it. You lost a loyal client. read more

I was driving back from San Diego when I stumbled upon this shop. The reviews seemed okay so I decided to give em' a try--- boy oh boy was that a mistake and waste of $36. I took my mom and we both got pedicures. As soon as we walked in we were not greeted, which isn't even where it begins to get bad. Eventually after waiting 15 minutes for someone to approach us, we got seated on our pedicure massage chairs that didn't even work. Anyway, as I was about to walk to the seat I was still deciding what color I wanted when someone rudely tapped my shoulder (which ended up being the lady who would do my pedicure and cut my toe) and she said to hurry up that she was waiting. I was so shocked because I never felt so pressured to pick a color before and didn't expect to be told to "hurry up!!" My mom and I both had terrible experiences here. My lady didn't smile, she cut my toe, and was rushing to go home. She didn't even paint my toes properly everything was pushy and such a hostile environment. ****TO WHOEVER OWNS THIS JUNK,**** GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR CLIENTELE. I DONT KNOW HOW YOU GUYS EVEN HAVE A BUSINESS RUNNING WITH SUCH PESSIMISTIC ATTITUDES, POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, AND TOOLS THAT CAUSE INFECTION BECAUSE OF LACK OF PROPERLY SANITIZING Owner of this salon wants me to remove my review. NO I will NOT remove an accurate review. First off, I came in and was treated very cold. Your workers need an attitude adjustment. I don't think you should try to defend yourself stating I had an infection already because that's FALSE. I called with the question of "Do you guys remove ingrown nails" and you responded with "well, we can try." The health department are already going to inspect your place because your tools are not sterile. So no, I will not remove my review! THANK YOU (: read more

I hate to do it but I have to revise my review to 3 stars. I go out of my way to come here for my gel manicures. I live in Irvine and between my home and here there are dozens of other salons to choose from.... But I choose to come here because they do a great job and the prices are the best. With this bring said, tonight was the 3rd time I was turned away from this place. Twice before I was asked to come back later but I'm not going to make the drive again so I have no choice but to go to another salon. Tonight I was told they close at 7 and I couldn't get my nails done tonight ( I was there at 5) and this time they didn't ask me to come back.... They simple said you cant get your nails done here tonight. So I ended up at Nail Tek down the street from here and I was happy... Pricing the same too. read more

I can't say enough good things about Tip Top! My review is long overdue. I've been getting my nails done in this area for over 10 years and this is by far my favorite nail salon.. Prices are reasonable, staff is all very talented and professional. My #1 problem with OTHER nail salons is that they get comfortable with doing a sub par job after they know you are a returning customer. With that said.. I have been coming to TIP TOP for over 6 months and they treat me as if I'm a first time customer every time! read more

Pedicure: go to girl for pedicures is QUINNY!!! Recommend calling in advance and scheduling and appointment because she's always busy!! She's very sweet & takes her time. Manicures: I' always get gel and don't have any specific girl they all do a great job! read more

Let me start with the good. This salon has a huge selection on products and options. The bad... they are horrible at communicating & customer service!!! I have been here b4 & each time they misunderstood what I said and SWEAR I told them something different. And today I realized, hmmm, I should be soaking my nails & asked the woman doing my pedicure 2x about soaking the acrylic off. TWICE. The head person confused a discussion on my toe nail color for my hands. I told her when I came in. Gel pedicure and remove acrylic from my hands!!! I watched her and she talked over every client. Another woman couldn't keep her appointment because "they were busy" - huh?? Another client was mid-sentence trying to explain what she wanted when the head person turned to talk to the nail ladies to see where she could squeeze her in... Plz TipTop Nails.... gain some customer service skills. Listen to your clients . ‍ 3 strikes - I am done. read more

Was in the area and decided to get a full set and pedicure so I yelped a nail salon. I was in the mood for something different so I asked for a thick marble look. Usually when I ask for square nails I get a 'mediocre' square but Michelle went the extra mile to make sure my nails were PERFECTLY square. She also quickly got rid an ingrown nail I had (here you have to request someone in advance for that), she saved me since I was in pain. She finished in an hour and I am impressed. I will definitely come in and request Michelle again. 5 's read more

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Michelle is the best! Showed her a picture of the nail shape & nail color I wanted and she did an amazing job! Found my new favorite nail salon! read more

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Love the shop and the lovely staff. Clean shop. I have gone back 3 times now. Every time I'm very pleased with the service. Nails, toes. Thank you and see you in a couple weeks. read more

Tip Top Nail Bar - Love love my nails. Thank you Jenny for the great job again. Accommodating my pickyness. - Nail Salons Near Me - Tustin, California

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After coming to this place for many years, I had to part ways. Mainly due to Jenny's (owner) demeanor. She seemed upset to have to do my nails-only because I requested a regular manicure over a gel manicure. I understand it's her business and she earns more doing a gel than regular nail polish. But I just wanted to give my nails a break from gel. Despite the manicure (gel or regular), I always tipped her very well. I enjoyed coming to this place all these years because the ladies made me feel welcomed. Linda gives the best pedicures and she is always respectful and sweet. The rest of the ladies are very professional and kind. The only reason I'm writing this review is if you visit this place beware that the manner in which Jenny treats you might change. She went from being sweet to rude. Last time I called to set up an appointment she was so rude that it drove me to find another place. read more

Definitely coming back! Found this place on yelp and fell in love with Jenny's work! I don't usually get my nails done due to work but Jennys work left me speechless. i made a appointment with her last minute thankfully she was able to squeeze me in. I would recommend that if you want her to do your nails you make a appointment with her in advance. She is very detailed and did such a amazing job that they feel extremely comfortable. she left them looking beautiful! I'm definitely coming back again for another set! read more

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I've been skipping from shop to shop to see which one I'm comfy with. I came across this place from yelp and decided to try it out. Had michelle do my full and I forgot the name of the lady that did my pedi... but overall they were really nice!! I hate sitting in a nail salon that takes 2 hours just for nails and a pedi... but michelle did my nails so quick and they look great! Got a basic pedi and she massage my legs with a hot stone woohoo! Pricing was actually good too. $18 for a basic pedi and 27 for a fill with gel read more

Tip Top Nail Bar - Thank you Michelle !!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Tustin, California