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Honestly pretty solid! I've seen mixed reviews for this place, and I had been here once before to get a pedicure which was okay -not great but not awful- so I decided to go back for a gel manicure. It was pretty quiet when I went, so there was a large group of technicians standing by the door when I came in which was a bit overwhelming as they all tried to talk to me at once. Once I sat down, it went pretty smooth. I had one woman take off my gel and disappear for about 20 minutes, so not sure what that was about but I wasn't in a rush so it was fine. When the lady who was going to do my nails came over, I noticed she didn't open a pack of new tools like most places do, which had me questioning how often they get cleaned if she uses the same ones. In terms of cleanliness, I was a bit disappointed. She used the nail file to wipe the gel dust off the table and then used it on my nails which was a little gross. She then used a hot towel on my hands, used it to wipe the plexiglass and table, and then tried to use it on my hands again which is extremely unsanitary. I pulled my hands away so luckily the dirty towel didn't come in contact with me, but I was a bit shocked that she even tried to do this. While she was painting my nails, there were bits of cotton stuck in the polish which I tried to point out 2 or 3 times, but she was not removing it so I ended up just pulling it out myself. Overall, it looks good and was a great price, but the cleanliness of the salon was a 2/5 and it felt as if Amy (the woman who did my nails) did not care about how they came out as she attempted to use a dirty towel and didn't care that she was painting over the cotton she used to wipe my nails with. I think I would come back, but I would want to try a different technician to see if they are a bit cleaner!
Felt really confident in this place. They take temperatures and sanitize your hands when you enter. I had a seat between other clients and me, and a plastic barrier between the tech and me - plus masks were required at all times. The technician was SUPER thorough really cleaning my old cuticles and making sure the polish was perfectly applied. Never felt rushed. May be a touch more than other EV salons but you get what you pay for. I used to go to the 14th (1/A) location).
I got a gel french manicure which came out to $48. I was really pleased with the girl who did my nails (I wish I got her name because she was awesome) because it really seemed like she paid attention to detail. A girl next to me sat down after me and her girl was already painting her nails when my girl when still doing my cuticles. In total for my french nails there were 7 coats (base, 2 nude, 2 french tip, 2 top coats) so my nails feel really nice and sturdy. I haven't gotten my nails done in forever since I normally do them at home but I really noticed a difference in this vs my at home manicures.
My favorite nail spot for the past 2 years. The absolute sweetest staff. I recently wasn't 100% happy with my nail art, so they had me come back and re-did them from scratch, free of charge. They were super understanding and got it perfect on the 2nd try! Highly recommend
I walked in last moment before closing, great service, and very well trained staff. Lily was very friendly and gentle with my nails. Reasonably priced.
Absolutely the worst nail experience I've ever had. I came in to have my Gel X removed and they immediately went for a subway card to flick them off. I told them I didn't want to do that and then was left to soak for 1 hour and 45 minutes. They continued to drill my nails so raw, I actually couldn't take it anymore and had to leave before it was over. I told them at least 10 times I was in pain. Will never be returning.
I called about 30 minutes before closing and they were willing to accommodate for gel removal and to repaint with gel. I was grateful and will chalk up how rushed it was to my late arrival. Overall it was fine. I've had better/worse manicures. My biggest complaint is that she filed a couple of my nails so they're not symmetrical and one (my thumb, pictured) so that it's going to look odd when it grows out a little. There were also little flecks of I don't know what that left discolorations in the paint.
I've been here a few times and let me just say the pedicures are not ALL that but I've came here because I had a hectic work schedule and it was the closest and decent shop. I usually only go to my girl Maggie there for my pedicures, but when I went Thursday she wasn't there so I got stuck with some woman named "LuLu" and for anyone reading this beware of what they do. First off let me say that I do NOT have ingrowns. I've been getting pedicures for almost 10 years , and this woman starts digging into the side of my big toe with a cuticle cutter and cuts out a chunk of a skin and it's hurts so bad and I'm confused as to what she's cutting. She said I had an "ingrown Nail" but that's cap. I don't get those. And it starts to throb and from then till today my toe is swollen and it hurts to even touch it. If i even brush it against a pillow it hurts so bad. The shape is horrible and how is it after a pedicure I have dry skin on my feet? Because they don't care to actually scrub your feet correctly. And now I'm pretty sure I have an infection due to them not even properly sterilizing whatever they used and her cutting into my skin multiple times after I said it hurt! Now I have to go to the urgent care and take care of this before it gets purple ... do not go here! It may not happen to you right away but eventually it will and avoid LuLu doing your toes at all cost. Update : I went to urgent care today. I definitely have an infection and they sent me home with Bacetracin. Within a span of a few days it became infected with puss..updated pic attached to prove it. Please avoid this shop especially LuLu touching your nails with a cuticle cutter! She didn't even sanitize after what she did to me.
This place is right around the corner from me and I feel grateful that I am lucky enough to have decided to go here! The aesthetic is very nice from the moment you walk in; it's a calm quiet atmosphere and very clean. The entire staff are incredibly helpful, kind, and friendly. There is one woman in particular with very short hair, I think she may be the owner or manager, but she's always walking around, making sure everyone is happy and willing to help if not! Besides the great service, calm vibes, and overall cleanliness... these ladies do incredible work! Every once in a blue moon, usually for a special occasion, I like to ask for fun designs/nail art. I always say, no big deal, just have fun and do as best as you can, I'm not picky... but it's been incredible both times. The first time I got cow print for my bday (my nail artist was giggling the whole time which made me giggle too which I loved) and then palm trees and ombré for my beach vacation. It was two different women but they both completely knocked out of the park. Maybe not the cheapest place, but prices are fair and not at all what I'd consider expensive. Can't recommend this place enough.
Went in for a manicure, pedicure, and massage. The location itself is very clean and they're doing a great job with social distancing. They sanitize your hands upon arrival and take your temperature. I started with a pedicure which was all right. Not particularly great. The manicure itself was decent- the three stars is because of how ragged my cuticles were left by my manicurist (see photo). The polish itself looks great, and so does the shape. The massage was good. It was done at the drying station which I didn't love, but I felt relieved afterwards. The pricing isn't clearly visible, which is a turn off for me. I don't know how much each service was individually because of this. My services plus a 17% tip came out to roughly $60. Overall, I would go back if I needed a basic service done in a pinch. The cuticle discomfort/raggedness from the over zealous trimming is a bummer because the polish itself is stunning.
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Honestly pretty solid! I've seen mixed reviews for this place, and I had been here once before to get a pedicure which was okay -not great but not awful- so I decided to go back for a gel manicure. It was pretty quiet when I went, so there was a large group of technicians standing by the door when I came in which was a bit overwhelming as they all tried to talk to me at once. Once I sat down, it went pretty smooth. I had one woman take off my gel and disappear for about 20 minutes, so not sure what that was about but I wasn't in a rush so it was fine. When the lady who was going to do my nails came over, I noticed she didn't open a pack of new tools like most places do, which had me questioning how often they get cleaned if she uses the same ones. In terms of cleanliness, I was a bit disappointed. She used the nail file to wipe the gel dust off the table and then used it on my nails which was a little gross. She then used a hot towel on my hands, used it to wipe the plexiglass and table, and then tried to use it on my hands again which is extremely unsanitary. I pulled my hands away so luckily the dirty towel didn't come in contact with me, but I was a bit shocked that she even tried to do this. While she was painting my nails, there were bits of cotton stuck in the polish which I tried to point out 2 or 3 times, but she was not removing it so I ended up just pulling it out myself. Overall, it looks good and was a great price, but the cleanliness of the salon was a 2/5 and it felt as if Amy (the woman who did my nails) did not care about how they came out as she attempted to use a dirty towel and didn't care that she was painting over the cotton she used to wipe my nails with. I think I would come back, but I would want to try a different technician to see if they are a bit cleaner! read more
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Felt really confident in this place. They take temperatures and sanitize your hands when you enter. I had a seat between other clients and me, and a plastic barrier between the tech and me - plus masks were required at all times. The technician was SUPER thorough really cleaning my old cuticles and making sure the polish was perfectly applied. Never felt rushed. May be a touch more than other EV salons but you get what you pay for. I used to go to the 14th (1/A) location). read more
3 years ago
I got a gel french manicure which came out to $48. I was really pleased with the girl who did my nails (I wish I got her name because she was awesome) because it really seemed like she paid attention to detail. A girl next to me sat down after me and her girl was already painting her nails when my girl when still doing my cuticles. In total for my french nails there were 7 coats (base, 2 nude, 2 french tip, 2 top coats) so my nails feel really nice and sturdy. I haven't gotten my nails done in forever since I normally do them at home but I really noticed a difference in this vs my at home manicures. read more
3 years ago
My favorite nail spot for the past 2 years. The absolute sweetest staff. I recently wasn't 100% happy with my nail art, so they had me come back and re-did them from scratch, free of charge. They were super understanding and got it perfect on the 2nd try! Highly recommend read more
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I walked in last moment before closing, great service, and very well trained staff. Lily was very friendly and gentle with my nails. Reasonably priced. read more
2 years ago
Absolutely the worst nail experience I've ever had. I came in to have my Gel X removed and they immediately went for a subway card to flick them off. I told them I didn't want to do that and then was left to soak for 1 hour and 45 minutes. They continued to drill my nails so raw, I actually couldn't take it anymore and had to leave before it was over. I told them at least 10 times I was in pain. Will never be returning. read more
4 years ago
I called about 30 minutes before closing and they were willing to accommodate for gel removal and to repaint with gel. I was grateful and will chalk up how rushed it was to my late arrival. Overall it was fine. I've had better/worse manicures. My biggest complaint is that she filed a couple of my nails so they're not symmetrical and one (my thumb, pictured) so that it's going to look odd when it grows out a little. There were also little flecks of I don't know what that left discolorations in the paint. read more
4 years ago
I've been here a few times and let me just say the pedicures are not ALL that but I've came here because I had a hectic work schedule and it was the closest and decent shop. I usually only go to my girl Maggie there for my pedicures, but when I went Thursday she wasn't there so I got stuck with some woman named "LuLu" and for anyone reading this beware of what they do. First off let me say that I do NOT have ingrowns. I've been getting pedicures for almost 10 years , and this woman starts digging into the side of my big toe with a cuticle cutter and cuts out a chunk of a skin and it's hurts so bad and I'm confused as to what she's cutting. She said I had an "ingrown Nail" but that's cap. I don't get those. And it starts to throb and from then till today my toe is swollen and it hurts to even touch it. If i even brush it against a pillow it hurts so bad. The shape is horrible and how is it after a pedicure I have dry skin on my feet? Because they don't care to actually scrub your feet correctly. And now I'm pretty sure I have an infection due to them not even properly sterilizing whatever they used and her cutting into my skin multiple times after I said it hurt! Now I have to go to the urgent care and take care of this before it gets purple ... do not go here! It may not happen to you right away but eventually it will and avoid LuLu doing your toes at all cost. Update : I went to urgent care today. I definitely have an infection and they sent me home with Bacetracin. Within a span of a few days it became infected with puss..updated pic attached to prove it. Please avoid this shop especially LuLu touching your nails with a cuticle cutter! She didn't even sanitize after what she did to me. read more
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5 years ago
This place is right around the corner from me and I feel grateful that I am lucky enough to have decided to go here! The aesthetic is very nice from the moment you walk in; it's a calm quiet atmosphere and very clean. The entire staff are incredibly helpful, kind, and friendly. There is one woman in particular with very short hair, I think she may be the owner or manager, but she's always walking around, making sure everyone is happy and willing to help if not! Besides the great service, calm vibes, and overall cleanliness... these ladies do incredible work! Every once in a blue moon, usually for a special occasion, I like to ask for fun designs/nail art. I always say, no big deal, just have fun and do as best as you can, I'm not picky... but it's been incredible both times. The first time I got cow print for my bday (my nail artist was giggling the whole time which made me giggle too which I loved) and then palm trees and ombré for my beach vacation. It was two different women but they both completely knocked out of the park. Maybe not the cheapest place, but prices are fair and not at all what I'd consider expensive. Can't recommend this place enough. read more
6 years ago
Went in for a manicure, pedicure, and massage. The location itself is very clean and they're doing a great job with social distancing. They sanitize your hands upon arrival and take your temperature. I started with a pedicure which was all right. Not particularly great. The manicure itself was decent- the three stars is because of how ragged my cuticles were left by my manicurist (see photo). The polish itself looks great, and so does the shape. The massage was good. It was done at the drying station which I didn't love, but I felt relieved afterwards. The pricing isn't clearly visible, which is a turn off for me. I don't know how much each service was individually because of this. My services plus a 17% tip came out to roughly $60. Overall, I would go back if I needed a basic service done in a pinch. The cuticle discomfort/raggedness from the over zealous trimming is a bummer because the polish itself is stunning. read more
3 years ago
This was my fourth time coming here and I have received excellent service every time! I received a gel manicure for only $35. Super affordable. I always see Eva for my manicures she's the best. She always seals the tips of my nails with gel to prevent them from cracking. The gel usually lasts me 2 weeks. read more
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Went here for 5+ years, even commuted here when I moved out of the neighborhood. Just got a subpar gel manicure where the tech painted so much top coat over my cuticles it's lifting and peeling the color off after 4 days. I called to see if they would fix with a polish change and they said come in, when I got there they told me it would be full price. Didn't even look at my nails. read more
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This nail salon is a GEM in the east village. Everyone is sooo nice , they treat you with such hospitality and care. The ambiance is very relaxing I feel like I'm at a spa. Nice pedicure chairs , and they have awesome cleanliness , checking your temperature and sanitizing your hands when you first walk in. JULIE gives the BEST pedicures ever. She is super detailed, takes her time and must have magic hands because her foot massages are hypnotizing. I won't go anywhere else! read more
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I love their pedicures, they do a great callus remover. However I always have problems with their gel manicures. I don't think im going to go anymore. Mine chipped two days later and these are my gel nails just 4 days later... read more
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