Old shool French tip Omg awesome quality The vibes The gentleman, by the name, Steve did an awesome job on my nails and my daughter's nails. He did old school French tip, which requires powder for the white tip and uh, obviously powder for the color he used a tent to make it extra shiny well worth the price. read more

Excellent service. Great pedicure!! Highly recommend Cindy :) The steam pedicure is very relaxing and gives a very relaxing feeling

I don't visit this nail salon as much I as I used to but they are a good spot to visit if you're near Story Road. I had my nails done here for my wedding and Natalie was exceptional. She didn't let me leave until I was completely happy with her work. Patient and thorough -- and a true nail artist. I spent nearly three hours at my last few visits because the appointment system wasn't worked out -- one of the reasons why I no longer frequent this salon. I will probably eventually return to give the place one final try because they really are good. I just don't like waiting 30+ minutes to be seen especially when I call ahead to make an appointment. It's not good business for those that have tight schedules. Parking is very limited and I would suggest avoiding this place on the weekends. read more

Vanessa Nails - Three words: Book with Natalie. - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

I showed Vanessa my pop socket and she was like, say less. She always comes through and I'm a happy reoccurring customer. MOOOOOOOOOOOO read more

Vanessa Nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

This was my first time coming here for a gel mani and regular pedi. I called to make a reservation on the same day (it was a weekday for 6:15pm) and Vanessa was nice enough to squeeze me in. During my pedicure, my technician, although good at her job, stared at me like I did something terribly wrong when she wasn't working on my feet. It made me feel very uncomfortable and uneasy. Hoping my time with Vanessa would be better, I scurried to Vanessa's station after my pedicure but she wasn't so much better herself. She filed my nails unevenly (some were round and some were square). She even cut the sides of the nails where my nails joined my lateral nail folds unevenly, so that one half of my nail was triangular and the other half was square. It was a mess and a manicure from hell. I told her my nails were not even and she had the audacity to tell me that my nails were too short for her to do anything. She tried put the blame on me instead and I didn't appreciate that! This is not the way to treat any customer. I've been getting my nails done at various salons for years now and no one has ever blamed me for cutting my nails too short. I work in the medical field so I cannot have long nails. read more

They have a clean place nice ladies but I showed the pic I wanted she didn't want to use powder as I told her she said she can do nail polish exactly the same but it ain't it's not blended right I personally wouldn't go bck... read more

Vanessa Nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

I needed a pedicure, and called ahead of time before I showed up. The lady that helped me was very pleasant and gentle throughout the whole process. I'm not sure if she's the owner or not, nor did I asked for her name. I came on a weekday morning, and I was the only one inside, so she took her time with me and I appreciate that. I bumped down a star because my massage chair didn't work, but I didn't want to interrupt. Thank goodness I have an awesome nail salon close by! Price was reasonable. They accept cash and/or card. read more

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME HERE. I don't know how they have so many good reviews, but this one is going to be long, and trust me, you're going to want to read it all. QUOTE FROM THE OWNER: "I have plenty of other customers, I don't give a shit about one." ( in Vietnamese, while throwing my money at me and refusing to fix a mistake after having me wait 50 mins for it to be fixed) I came here for the first time off a recommendation of a friend. I had my nails done by ***, but this review isn't about her. My nails weren't done well, they were uneven, and I called to have them redone. To better explain, the tip of the nails had a weird dip on every single nail. I wasn't able to get good pictures of it, but see the one I attached below. I spoke to presumably the owner, Vanessa, and since I get off late (6:30), she said call me when you're off and if we're still here I'll take you late. So I called Vanessa at 7pm and asked her if she was still open and if I could come. She said "yes that's fine, but you'll have to wait a while. Like 30-40 minutes." So I clarified with her, " I'm okay with that, are you?" because I realized that it would be 7:40 by then and she would need to do a full set to fix the problem. She said again that it was fine. Fast forward, I get there and wait 50 minutes. That's fine, she was taking me in late, I understood. So then I sit down and she finally looks at my nails. I speak their language, so she says in Vietnamese to the lady next to her, "oh it's because *** doesn't know how to do this style of nails." To that, I didn't say anything, but in my mind I'm thinking, you're the owner and you know she's not capable, why wouldn't you interben Then she proceeds to file down 2 of my nails to even out the dip, but in the process, she removes all of the "ombré pink" powder, making my nails 75% white instead of 75% pink. (See the pic two nails side by side). I told her I didn't like it because the ombré was basically gone. This is where she started becoming rude and ridiculous. She told me she would only paint another color on top because she wasn't the one who did my nails so she wasn't going to sit here and redo the whole set. I told her that this is my first time coming here, and I paid for the ombré set. She even told me that she noticed the unevenness but didn't mention anything because I said I liked it (i didn't notice the dip at first). I asked her why would she let a customer leave if she knew something was wrong and she said why would she fix it if I said I liked it. Then she started packing her things, mind you 2 of my nails are now botched even more, and said " the work day is over, I'm closed." Are you fucking kidding??? I asked her why she would even have someone come wait 40+ mins if she wasn't gonna help me, & she said "because I didn't know what the problem was". If you're going to have someone wait more than 20 minutes and you're not sure what the issue is, you should prepare for the worse ( like having to redo a set.) I told her as a new customer, she's not making a good impression. This is where she proceeded to throw my money at me and say the quote above. Mind you, I left the shop crying frustration because she was literally demeaning me and basically cussing me out in Vietnamese. read more

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Everyone was very polite. I showed the nail tech a picture from Pinterest and she did it for me exactly like the pic. I'm very happy with the results read more

Vanessa Nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

I found this place on Yelp and really wanted to like it. I'm new to the area and needed a new go-to salon for my hands and feet, I took my mom as a birthday treat. Outside was really dirty and had a hole-in-the-wall appearance but I had made an appointment and felt bad no-showing. The ladies were very polite. Work was good and even though the pedicurist snipped the skin on my toe, she was very apologetic and cleaned up the blood on my foot and sandals. They also put a powder to stop the bleeding and asked me to come back 2 days later to repaint the nail. Accidents do happen and the lady felt bad so I am not upset over this, however, I am very upset at the fact that when it was time to pay, she said her card machine was not working and I had to go get money from the bank to pay. I offered to pay via Zelle and Venmo but she said no. As my mom and I were walking out to go to the bank, she tells my mom she had to stay until I paid. I was livid. She knew her machine was not working from the moment we walked in but waits until the end to tell us. I go to the nearest Chase bank with an aching toe and pedicure slippers, come back, pay and pick up my mom. I will not be returning nor taking my mom ever again. I am still upset of the way she handled things at the end. read more

Vanessa Nails - Outside the salon - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

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There are some nice older ladies here who work under the owner but I'm just not feeling the quality of work since my nail girl Natalie was let go. I've been here a few times since and my gel nails that once lasted 4+ weeks with her are not even getting past a week or two with others doing it and I don't even use my hands harshly to the point where they could chip. I've had some decent pedicures here though and the prices are about same as others in the area.. so I'll give them that but I don't see myself returning again. read more

Vanessa Nails - Newest color - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

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Love this place all the ladies do a wonderful job, they are super nice and my girl Natalie does the most!! I love her creativity she has me in ahh every time. *PSA my nail tech from here who did my nails has left!!! If you want something as wonderful as this make an appointment with her 408-886-0792 read more

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Vanessa and her staff are just the sweetest! The prices are reasonable and the service provided is always wonderful and consistent. They all take their time doing your nails and do their best to keep up the conversation. I highly recommend making an appointment on the weekends because they are always packed. read more

Vanessa Nails - #429: Boston University Red - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

While I love the idea of family owned businesses and support them, I can't support subpar quality. All the staffs were friendly, but the wait can be long. I didn't like the fact that I had to wait extra long bc I can speak the language. I came in for manicure and pedicure that ended up taking 4 hours long. When the services were completed, my manicure was uneven and you can see the "clouds" within my nails when it should be clear. I'm still on the hunt for great nail salons with reasonable prices. read more

Vanessa Nails - Friendly staffs but not very skilled. Manicure is not even and cloudy. - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

I got a gel manicure and pedicure and literally within two hours of getting home, my big toe's polish has come completely off which is completely unacceptable. They even assured me that my nails were done and dry so it's a huge waste of my money. read more

Vanessa Nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

Came to get pampered again and as always girls were super friendly. Got a great pedicure and a new set done. I loved how gentle they were with me. Girls are super great. read more

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I have been here many times but I can't believe the way I was treated. Bad my refill and trying out new color change. But what she did with my nails was a mess . She decided to put silver under and this pink on top . Just on 2 fingers and the rest are silver. She said it's the style. I never have seen it like that. But when I told her that I don't like it she was laughing at me it made me feel like she doesn't care. Well guess what Vanessa you will never get my business ever again. Your rude and two face and I hope people read this message. I am disgusted with your service and hope you learn how to treat people better. read more

Natalie was super awesome and friendly! Here are my nails after a week of beating. Still holding strong. read more

Vanessa Nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

Horrible service. I called for acrylics, came in and thankfully was seated right away. I asked for square nails and ended up with nails that don't resemble square. She left my nails super thick and clumpy. I told her about how one of them was clumpy. She said it was because of the polish, barely filed it and seemed frustrated at the fact that I asked her to fix it. I hate leaving bad reviews but I'm very unhappy with my nails. I want them fixed but don't even want to ask them to fix them because I'm scared they'll mess them up more. If I'm paying you for a service, I expect a good job, I'm not asking for perfection but at least put in some work. Don't do my nails so half-assed. That just fucks with my confidence because I wanted pretty nails and got ugly ones. I would not recommend this place to anyone. Save yourself the money, annoyance, and time read more

Vanessa Nails - Super clumpy work. - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

03/22/17 - well.. I set up an appointment earlier today with Natalie at 5pm. Thought I was going to get Natalie and when I got there, they told me that Natalie no longer works there. I figured, why not, I'm already here. Let's just get it over with. I came in at 5pm and Vanessa's mom gave me a pedicure. She was so sweet and listened to exactly what I wanted. After she was done, I then went to Vanessa for my nails. I requested for gel nails. She used clear powder. At that point I'm like ok let's try. Surprisingly I liked how it turned out but as a store owner, you should listen to what the customer wants instead of making decisions on your own. I then asked for coffin tips. My tips are uneven. she took her sweet time and I just don't understand how they could be uneven! I asked for hologram nails. She did one coat of off white. (The same polish that the girl before me was using) then used bright white. Then proceeded with the silver coating. Then three more clear coats. My nails look like they went through the 100 coats of polish phase. Not only are the bulgey.. she was so rough on my nails. especially while filing. I'm not sure if it was because I originally requested for Natalie but my hands were definitely hurting. They're in so much pain now. Probably the worst nail service. I said a few things here and there but I was afraid of her making it worst then they already are. Probably not coming back... read more

Vanessa Nails - Natalie did white ombré shellac on my nails yesterday. I am in love! Her work is always amazing and my nails last for such a long time!!! - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

I came here because I seen some good reviews. Long story short my nails came out terrible I had told the lady that they looked super bulky and that they weren't straight and she kept saying that that's how my finger was , Seriously?! And to top it off the owner vanessa agreed with her and didn't do anything about it but a $2 discount. Definitely will not come back again. read more

Vanessa and her family are always so sweet and make everyone feel welcome. Their prices are great for the work that they do. This is now my regular nail shop. I even shared the first time I went in that I was learning Vietnamese and now I get a mini Vietnamese lesson every time with Vanessa's mom. I've brought my friends and recommended co-workers here, this is a great nail shop. The review below this from Luisa is not entirely true- I was getting my nails done when she came in with two others and they immediately had an attitude because they had to wait 5 minutes. She attempted to leave without paying before her daughter talked her out of it. Sad to see how people mistreat others and then post about it online. read more

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I came back to Vanessa's to give it another go since I was close by and needed a quick change of polish and shorter nails. It seems like they definitely remember their clients and have really good relationships with them since I overheard some great convos. I really appreciate the preciseness and attention to detail that Vanessa and Natalie have with the manicures. Vanessa helped remove some of my mani and she did it very precisely and gently so I didn't feel any pain. Natalie finished off the rest of my manicure and I have to say, she really is great. The shaping is fantastic and she does a great job with the cuticle work, so clean. Also, I appreciated the advice and feedback about the color I wanted to go with and I'm glad I listened to her. Oh and the hand massage was really nice! I still see the little bugs, but they aren't as prevalent since it's not as hot out. read more

Vanessa Nails - DND #455 - Plum Passion with gold foil accent nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

I had been going to Vanessa for a few years, and see her now whenever I am in town. She is great at what she does. This is a clean place and they take their time. I wish I could have her and her staff in my new town. read more

Very happy with my nails, I originally went to another spot and was extremely disappointed when they started the process I ended up canceling it to finish up and came to this place, she did the fill application correctly and made me feel like a queen, they do individual eyelashes too. Pleased to say I am coming back- oh and the prices are welcoming. My new go to spot! read more

Vanessa Nails - After I came to Vanessa nails, perfect shape and color - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came here for my first time to get my nails done with my friends. They were able to take in three of us at once and were really friendly. There went anyone waiting but after we got there more customers started to arrive. They worked pretty fast but the speed interfered a bit with the quality of their work. The girl that was doing my nails was working too fast that she managed to scrape and hurt more than my cuticle with the electrical nail file as she tried to remove it. Two of my fingers started to show a bit of blood and initially I thought it was just those two nails until she started putting on the acrylic and my cuticles started burning. The nails looked nice at first glance, I was happy with the color, so we proceeded to paying but they were not consistent with their prices. They charged my friend more that me for the same thing and they claimed that Her nails were longer and also said that it was because of the coffin shape but we both got the same length and shape. They didnt reason with us and we didn't want to argue anymore so we paid and left. At home and in better lighting I was able to see that the nails didn't look so great. Where the tip meets the nails the acrylic/gel was bulging out to the sides. The coffin shape was also not even, some edges more slanted than others. I don't think I will be returning, I have had better quality for less. Maybe if they didn't rush and paid attention to not tearing the skin and leaving the nails even I would return. read more

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The worst experience! Walked in and asked for a full set and basic gel pedi and was told to wait 15min. I thought ok, that works! They got started on my pedi 20min after, and rushed the whole process because a LATE appointment walked in!! How is that profesional?? If someone who has an apt is late, and they have started on a walk in, thats theyre problem, have them wait for not arriving on time! They left me sitting on the pedi chair for almost an hr!! Because they decided to take care if the person who arrived late to their apt! They finally started doing my pedi, which was not the greatest experience either. once they started on my full set, i was so disapointed. The lady that was removing my previous acrylic nails did it so harshly, she did not soak them for safe and proper removal, she yanked them off with cuticle scissors and stuck a nail tip between my nail and acrylic to remove it, so painful, oh and she was charging me an additional $5 (for such unproper removal) I asked for simple french tip set and they came out awful. Crooked, uneven acrylic base color, rough edges, and side gaps. And i paid a total of 95$ for wasting 4hrs in what should have been no more than 2hr service! read more

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Came here to get a gel manicure, and I will be coming back! The ladies were kind, nice, and did a great job. I'm always hesitant to try new places, but these ladies were very nice. I haven't read more

Vanessa Nails - Shellac manicure - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

This place was a treasure! Both the manicurists were super nice and unlike some other Vietnamese nail spots no one said anything mean or caddy about customers. Prices are reasonable and if you show them a picture they try to do it to the tee! read more

Vanessa Nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

Do Not go there!!! My first time and it was awful! I have never received a worse service than that one! First I got pedicure done. And I told the lady I had a surgery on my toe so she would know to be careful and not touch it! And the whole time she was squeezing it and pulling skin from it! I picked a white color for my pedicure and for cream... When it was time for my hands the lady pulled my skin and hurt me so many times! I picked a color and told her and when she started to paint I looked and told her it wasn't the color I picked but now all of my hands were already done. So Vennessa came and started arguing with my and told me that is the color I picked! Peach vs light pink. Totally different! At the end they put 8 layers of nail polish to make it look some what decent! My nails hurt so bad! Never going to this place in the hole again! P.S also super dirty in there! Spider webs everywhere huge spider was right over my head on the ceiling! Awful! read more

This place has really fallen off with both their atmosphere and quality of work. Really sad considering this has been my go to for a few months now. I went in recently for the normal pedicure & fill. I didn't make an appointment ahead of time so I expected a wait which was fine. 45 min later I get a spa chair for my pedicure.... and 30 min later is when they actually started my pedicure. She did an adequate job, nothing special - I figured she was rushing through. When she finished however I got stuck waiting for another 20min to get my fill, I told them I'd just come another time but they insisted they were almost done. Finally, Vanessa's mom sat me down to do the prep work for the fill until Vanessa could come and do it. Finally get started and halfway through Vanessa switches with the other tech so she can go start a pedicure on someone else. I thought that was kind of rude considering how long I had been waiting. When it was all done 3 people had worked on my fill and I just wasn't impressed with the quality. Then I go to pay just for them to tell me a higher price than what I normally pay. When I questioned it they all got visibly upset and made me feel like I was the one being unreasonable. I picked up their price menu to show them I wasn't crazy and they insisted it was an old one that wasn't accurate. I paid the new price and left. Sad to say I won't be back because of overall service, quality, and professionalism read more

This place is awesome. I came in last minute and my nail tech was awesome. She was super efficient and fast. read more

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Nice ladies they help me as soon as I got there. There were so many ladies calling for appointments and now I know why, amazing service! Will be back for sure. Vanessa is a really sweet lady and her sister is so attentive, even tho they were by themselves and there were people waiting they were so professional and talk to all their clients si everyone would feel welcome read more

I love Vanessa!!! I get my eyelashes extensions done by her. I've gotten my eyelashes done at many other places but it is very expensive. I just recently got my eyelashes done this year and fell in love with them. She is very patient and takes her time. For the service she is giving it is very inexpensive compared to many other places. Also my eyelash extensions stay on for 3-4 weeks which is considered to be a very long time because at most other places I've got them done at they only last about 2-2.5 weeks. I've been getting my eyelashes from her for 8 months now and had never had an issue with her, also she always makes sure that its perfect before I leave. I get compliments on my eyelashes all the time because she can make it to however I like. It could go from natural to looking like falsies! She also does waxing and nails! The place is very neat and clean. Easy to find parking and usually not too busy or noisy! She is super kind and loves feedback from her customers. Book an appointment with her asap because she could be all booked up most of the time. read more

Very friendly staff! I got my nails done about a month ago and they're still holding on!

This was my first time coming here! Vanessa made the place very welcoming. She made sure that I got what I asked for it's the first time I've ever had a good experience with a nail tech in the area! I'm so happy at the results she definitely gained a customer for life! I highly recommend anyone and everyone to come Vanessa and the girls they will treat you right and give you what you ask for! read more

Vanessa Nails - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

I went to Vanessa's Nails one day without an appointment and they were kind enough to see me as a walk-in. I have had my nails done by Vanessa, Terry and Kim and all three are amazing! The service is great and now that i don't live in the area anymore, i still travel to the east side for my mani/pedis! I only get gel manicures (with my real nails) and regular pedis, and they do a fabulous job! read more

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Made an appointment a couple days ago to come in at 12 on a Saturday. Vanessa was helping another lady so I got a chance to speak with her mom, who was very sweet. I also got a chance to look thru a photo album with Vanessa's recent work. When she was free, Vanessa asked what shape (coffin-of course right?) & color I wanted and she got to work. I have NEVER gotten a full set as beautiful as this. The gel isn't overly thick, and she does such a great job at making sure everything is perfect, even as you're getting ready to walk out the door. It's obvious she cares about what she does, and wants you to leave satisfied. I will most definitely take the trip from Milpitas to Vanessa's shop again. **********Also, while she does accept cards, try to bring cash since the bank charges a fee every time she swipes a card for payment. Help a small business owner out! Thanks again, Vanessa! read more

Vanessa Nails - So gorgeous. Full gel set with 2 glitter nails was $30. Come get your nails done here!!! - Waxing Near Me - San Jose, California

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If I could I would give this nail salon zero stars. Vanessa, owner of the salon kept my mom and I there for 4 hours. We made an appointment for 9am and didn't leave til 1:40pm. And our nails did not come out the way we wanted. I was beyond irritated because I had errands to do. I was even more irritated with the fact that we booked our appointment with Nataly and come to show she doesn't even work there anymore. Nataly has by far been the best nail lady I have ever gotten. I'm really sad that she doesn't work there anymore. To be honest this place lost a really good employee. For such an ugly location and decorative design. Nataly really made up for that. She's most likely the reason why this place has a 4 star: I would not waste your time going here. Yelp other places. read more

Seeing the great reviews for this place, I stopped by and was surprised that they were empty on a Saturday afternoon. This didn't last long though, because shortly after I sat down, the place filled up. I got a no-frills manicure and was very impressed with how meticulous my nail tech was (sorry, I didn't get her name) with the shaping, massage, and polish application. Will definitely return! read more