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Salon offers a cozy, clean space with a warm, relaxing atmosphere that feels like a spa. Clients enjoy personalized touches like tea, flowers, and candies in a professional yet welcoming environment. Russian manicures and pedicures stand out for their precision and long-lasting quality.

Flawless Russian manicures come with careful attention to every detail. Svetlana creates a relaxing beauty ritual while delivering stylish, neat nails every time.

Tools stay sterile and the process is handled with care and cleanliness.

People are saying

"Her manicure was fast, neat, and beautiful."

"My pedicure left my skin soft and my heels smooth."

"Her attention to detail with nail tools is unmatched."

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Free parking is available at the salon.

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The tools used are clean and sterilized.

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Russian manicures typically last for over three weeks.

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Salon offers a beautiful, chic space with an immaculately clean environment. Atmosphere feels calming and welcoming, creating a relaxing experience for clients. Staff provide high-quality manicures and pedicures that last long and include detailed nail art.

Great quality manicure with consistently amazing nails after each visit. Service includes skilled technicians like Ella and maintains a loyal following over years.

Top notch tools and unique techniques stand out here. Everything stays very clean, from the tools to the environment.

People are saying

"My nails looked exactly how I wanted them after Sabina worked her magic."

"I always get a beautiful, precise manicure here."

"I left with gorgeous hands and beautiful nails that lasted."

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The salon maintains a very clean environment, including tools and overall space.

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Gel manicures typically last 4-5 weeks without fail.

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Expect to pay an additional $20-$40 for services compared to previous prices.

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Salon offers spotless cleanliness and comfortable manicure and pedicure chairs in a calm, welcoming atmosphere. Staff prioritize hygienic procedures and provide a wide range of nail colors and designs. The space feels peaceful and well-managed, creating a relaxing experience without rush.

Detailed manicures and pedicures focus on every little detail with care. Nails last almost a month and the team ensures you love the results with caring service and no extra charges.

Sanitation stands out with all tools, pedicure bowls, and stations kept very clean. A customer relationship management tool runs on iPads to manage appointments and client info efficiently.

People are saying

"Kathy did an amazing job on my manicure, exactly how I wanted it."

"Kathy's pedicures are flawless and she's so attentive to detail."

"The new owners really invested a lot into rehauling the space."

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Exquisite Nails Spa is under new management as of June 2024.

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The salon is extremely clean and uses sanitized tools for every client.

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They offer a wide variety of nail services and products for take-home.

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Salon offers a clean, cozy space with well-organized stations and plenty of color options. Atmosphere stays quiet and peaceful, creating a relaxing vibe. Staff use sterile tools and focus on healthier nail techniques like gel bases.

Gel X Manicure and No Chip neutral manicure deliver consistently perfect nails matching inspiration pictures. Trusted technicians like Flora, Sammy, and Francis ensure nails look amazing every visit.

Staff use sterile tools and take care to keep natural nails intact. New tools are used for each client, and the salon stays clean.

People are saying

"My nails came out gorgeous, just like the inspiration picture."

"My manicure came out gorgeous, exactly how I wanted it."

"Their tools are precise, keeping my natural nails intact."

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The salon is very clean and uses sterile tools.

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The pedicure is fairly priced, around $90 plus tip.

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Appointments are recommended to ensure availability.

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Huge, clean, and beautifully decorated space creates a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Friendly staff offer complimentary snacks and drinks along with skilled nail services featuring extensive polish selection and advanced tools. The salon feels elegant and upscale, making it stand out in the area.

Great service and beautiful nails come standard here. Nail techs like Miguel provide satisfying manicures that keep people coming back.

Tools come in closed and sterilized bags and are individually wrapped for hygiene. An extensive polish selection and equipment like airbrush guns and dust fans support the nail care process.

People are saying

"Jasper made my nails look perfect and elegant."

"I got a great manicure with excellent, friendly service."

"The nail technicians here use top-tier tools for amazing, pain-free service."

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The salon offers a student discount for services.

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Acrylic nails are priced at $40, with extra charges for additional services.

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Expect to pay around $100 total for a pedicure and acrylic nails.

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Nail salon

Bright, airy space with an open layout and massage pedicure chairs creates a serene, relaxing atmosphere. Friendly, warm staff foster a home-like vibe that makes the salon feel inviting and peaceful. Cleanliness and high skill in nail art stand out as defining features.

Manicures last about three weeks with no chip polish that prevents peeling and damage. Technicians like Ly and Jana provide consistent, personalized service ensuring nails turn out exactly as wanted every time.

Manicure and pedicure tools are sterilized and the salon stays very clean. However, the technician often leaves the station to get tools from others and appears unprofessional.

People are saying

"Ly's creative nail art is outstanding and I'd follow her anywhere."

"My pedicure felt amazing and was a wonderful experience."

"The manicure and pedicure tools were sterilized."

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The salon is very clean and tools are sterilized.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of service.

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Parking is easy and accessible.

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Salon offers a modern, clean design with bright lighting and sleek white massage chairs. Atmosphere stays calm and relaxing, enhanced by peaceful music and thoughtful touches like warm oil hand massages. Clients experience meticulous hygiene and comfortable pedicure chairs with arm massages.

Manicures here last over a month without peeling and feature detailed, beautiful work. Skilled technicians deliver Russian manicures and no-chip finishes that stand out for their quality.

People are saying

"Chloe did a detailed, beautiful job on my nails."

"Chloe's manicures are always detailed and beautiful."

"Mira's gentle tools made my pedicure so detailed and comfortable."

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They offer a 30% discount during their introductory promotion.

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Prices are reasonable, and online booking is easy and convenient.

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The salon uses high-quality products and maintains a super clean environment.

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Salon offers a clean, cozy space with a lovely aesthetic and relaxing atmosphere. Nail artists use Russian and Japanese techniques to create durable, intricate designs with a wide variety of colors and embellishments. Massage chairs and phone stands add comfort during appointments.

Hard gel manicures last 4 to 5 weeks here, far longer than usual. They use a Russian manicure and extensions approach to grow nails from stubs to natural length. Creative nail designs turn nails into literal works of art.

Facilities stay pristine and tools get unwrapped in front of you. However, tool cleanliness varies since some get reused without wiping and go back into the unused toolbox, causing some concern.

People are saying

"My manicure was fixed perfectly, paying close attention to every detail."

"I got flawless gel nails that lasted so well."

"I love the detailed nail designs and perfect nails here."

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Parking could be tricky depending on the time of day.

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The service cost $144, which may be considered high.

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Gel extensions last 3-4 weeks with proper care.

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Bright, clean salon offers full nail services with disposable tools ensuring high sanitation. Atmosphere feels inviting and relaxing, enhanced by complimentary wine and snacks. Spacious, beautifully decorated space combines professionalism and tranquility for a comfortable experience.

Natural and beautiful nails come from skilled care here. The service includes manicures and pedicures that make nails and toes look super pretty, suitable for both adults and kids.

Disposable tools ensure high sanitation. Some tools appear clean, but others don’t seem sanitized.

People are saying

"My manicure always turned out beautiful and matched my inspiration pictures."

"The staff here always go above and beyond for your pedicure."

"The tools here were really clean and sanitary."

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The salon uses disposable tools for sanitation.

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Walk-ins are accepted, but scheduling is preferred.

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All services are currently 20% off.

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Boutique-style nail salon with modern, fresh decor and a pink wonderland theme creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Cleanliness stands out alongside innovative amenities like an e-file for pedicures and comfortable padded velvet chairs. The vibe is relaxed and positive, with light snacks and drinks offered to clients.

Manicures here stand out for their flawless French tip design and almond-shaped nails. Staff deliver attentive service that keeps nails looking great well beyond the usual 8-10 days.

Tools stay clean and sanitized throughout visits. A drill tool is used to scrub dead skin off feet, which is unusual for a nail salon.

People are saying

"My nails always looked flawless and lasted so long."

"My manicure lasted a long time and looked amazing."

"Tatiana was accommodating to my short time frame and did a good job."

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Reservations are recommended to secure an appointment, especially on weekends.

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The salon charges a mandatory 20% tip on all services.

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Credit cards are accepted, but cash payments are not allowed.

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Salon offers a calm, relaxing atmosphere with comfortable chairs and a pleasant scent of essential oils. Background music and amenities like massage chairs and warm towels enhance the experience. The space feels clean and modern, inviting a sense of ease and pampering.

Walk-in clients get flawless gel and dip manicures with no damage to nails. Nail technicians like Kevin and Ryan deliver consistent, perfect results with reasonable prices and durable finishes.

Some tools are fresh and sanitized, always sterilized carefully before use. Others show health code violations, with tools not wrapped or cleaned properly, sometimes even dirty.

People are saying

"My nails came out flawless, perfectly shaped, and the polish application was perfect."

"My gel manicure came out flawless and lasted over two weeks."

"I felt safe because the tools were always sterilized carefully."

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Walk-ins are accepted, even on busy Saturdays.

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Prices for services can be high, with a polish change costing $75.

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The salon maintains high standards of hygiene with properly sanitized tools.

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