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I was coming here for a solid few months. Every Monday with Tony... however today it was another off week. My last 2 services have been way subpar verses when I first started coming. I got fungus on my nail from my new gel overlay. Came back today for a fill in, there was no concern or apology along with 2 other nails almost all the lifted after 2 weeks!! ( Mind you when I first was coming months ago it was last 3 weeks with no lifting) Then when you ask for a design it's like they want you to get something fast or they don't tell you the truth about what they can do. I was very very unhappy with my service and because I asked him to change it because I didn't like it, he seemed upset. So I left with half a design I like and the other I don't. Mind you I did have my 4 yr old Autistic son with me, I think my sons few interruptions were maybe causing the rush as well so hence I left paying $45 for something I don't like but also feeling like they could careless about their clients. I'm very unhappy and now I have to go get them restyled and look for a new nail shop!!! Smh!!!
Okay so this is maybe my third or fourth time coming here. It's in my neighborhood so I typically go here when I can't go to my usual salon in DC since they take walk ins. I usually get the regular spa pedi (used to be $35, got bumped up to $40 which is understandable), but today I decided to treat myself to a deluxe reflexology pedi ($65). It includes everything from the deluxe pedi ($50) plus a 15 min hot lotion massage. Sam was friendly enough, though she kept trying to upsell me on services which I didn't appreciate. I got moisturizing gloves for my hands as well as a heated neck pillow during which was nice. BUT I didn't get the hot lotion reflexology massage (although she did spend about 8 min total massaging both of my calves with scrub). My cuticles aren't in good shape since she didn't spend much time on them. And the paint job is HORRENDOUS. My nails look so lumpy and bumpy. All in all, I'm likely not coming back. Last time I came and got gel on my toes, it peeled off of all my nails in two days. The customer service is decent but the shoddy end result is no where near worth $65.
This salon is good for a quick run in. I, personally, have never had a bad experience with them. Just don't expect to get your intricate designs there tho. All salons are not bad when you are aware of what they can do and what they can't do... If you know you're coming into town , I suggest you find you a private nail tech and book with them. A lot of these home based nail techs are really good! Just make EXTRA sure you investigate BEFORE booking! And whatever you do, do not get your eyebrows done there! Search up Pretty Eyebrow & Threading on Google. They're amazing with eyebrows! For nails, Go on instagram and search @Donnynails ! He's great! Good luck!
They used to have good product but no so much now. They made sure to put signs letting customers know that there will be an increase in prices due to inflation but seems to me like they got cheaper products because my nails literally start popping off like press ons I'm one week. I spent $187 on my feet, nails, and eyebrows this is unacceptable and I will be going back to my old salon. When a nail comes on clean whole nail exactly like a press on ITS THE PRODUCT I got one fixed and the next day literally another one popped off it has not even been a two weeks
I was in the area and decided to stop by to get my SNS and pedicure. Let me start off by saying I've been getting sns for the past 3 years(at a different nail salon) and never had an issue. When i arrived, i was pleased with the aesthetics and was happy to be helped promptly. Long story short, my pedicure was okay. My sns however, is thick, the shaping is not what i asked for. I was pressure into tipping cash versus tipping on my credit card. If i could give this place a -5 stars I WOULD!. DO NOT COME HERE! UPDATE!!!! She fixed it... so i will give them a 3 star for the inconvenience.
You are missing out if you're not coming here to get your nails done!!! The ambiance is beautiful and they offer you tea and water while you are getting pampered. I love my nails every time I leave and get endless compliments.
I visited Aqua Nails on a Thursday evening after work. The shop is very nice, the atmosphere is very soothing. I am currently searching for a new nail tech so I decided to try shops in my area based on yelp reviews. I got my nails done by Kim and it's obvious that I was her guinea pig so my experience was not so great. I had to go back in and have another tech fix my nails. I got my nails fixed by JoJo, and she worked a miracle! Other than being handed off to an obviously inexperienced tech, my visit was good! They have a wide variety of polishes, everybody is friendly, and the prices are reasonable. UPDATE: DO NOT let Kim do your nails or feet. She's super rough, does not paint well, very careless job each time. I try to not be rude and give her chances but never again. I got a pedicure a few days ago at another spa (my home spa, The Village Nail Bar), but wanted a polish change so I went to aqua for a basic $25 pedi just because i like the hot water and massage. I figured i'll give kim another chance cause there isn't much to do on my feet. She didn't need to file, didn't need to scrub, didn't need to cut any cuticles, i had a fresh pedicure. she literally went to WORK on my cuticles and I asked her to please stop because it hurts. There were literally no cuticles to cut. She was fast and rough like she was trying to pluck a chicken. She literally disregarded what I was saying until I had to put my hand down there to stop her. She left a cold wet towel on my legs while painting, i had to snatch that off myself. My polish was horrible, she doesn't paint corners and she isn't neat. I had to tell her to give me the bottle so I can do it myself to show her how to paint. I tried, y'all.... I love JoJo and Tim, they are amazing but I can't go back to this shop if they are going to have people pay their hard earned money for trash work and totally disregard it.
I took my daughter here twice. They have a cute section set up for kids with Frozen character massage chairs and pretty decor. My daughter loves it and her nails and toes came out super cute both times. The most recent time we went was on Saturday. I decided to get a polish change on my toes and a full set. My toes are fine. Love the color. However, this full set is sloppy and rushed. Unfortunately I didn't pay it much attention until I got home later that night. I wouldn't go back for myself but I do like the kids section.
A neighbor recommended this salon since my usual spot was closed and now I'm wishing I had just waited to go to my normal spot. I went in for a pedicure yesterday evening and got a rushed job and sloppy nail polish application. The tech ( a guy, didn't get his name), didn't even bother to clean off the excess nail polish. I could have done this at home on my own. Such a waste of money.
4 months ago
Super good!! I loved the service there! They treat you like a queen my girl may is super nice she the best! She did my graduation nails and she ate down and left no crumbs I loved it! 10/10 I will be there again!! read more
5 months ago
If you're in The DMV area and have not visited Aqua Nails & Spa....hunny, what are you waiting for?? I've never been to a nail salon where ALLLL of the nail techs do a great job, but this is a hidden gem I go to MAY for my services and she is absolutely perfect at what she does. She is precise, meticulous, creative and she takes her time! I go in with pics and my ideas and she brings them to life everytime! She NEVER misses! She can do anything, literally! I suggest making an appointment because they stay busy. Go to their IG page and book from there...get your Happy Nails Cost of nail services vary.... read more
1 year ago
Got my nails done June 24th for my birthday on June 25 .... The one nail that remains I had to go back on the 25 to have it fixed I waited 45 mins on my birthday to have the nail fixed the other 4 popped off on the 26. I paid 85 dollars to have my nails done I do not recommend this place at all read more
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4 years ago
I was coming here for a solid few months. Every Monday with Tony... however today it was another off week. My last 2 services have been way subpar verses when I first started coming. I got fungus on my nail from my new gel overlay. Came back today for a fill in, there was no concern or apology along with 2 other nails almost all the lifted after 2 weeks!! ( Mind you when I first was coming months ago it was last 3 weeks with no lifting) Then when you ask for a design it's like they want you to get something fast or they don't tell you the truth about what they can do. I was very very unhappy with my service and because I asked him to change it because I didn't like it, he seemed upset. So I left with half a design I like and the other I don't. Mind you I did have my 4 yr old Autistic son with me, I think my sons few interruptions were maybe causing the rush as well so hence I left paying $45 for something I don't like but also feeling like they could careless about their clients. I'm very unhappy and now I have to go get them restyled and look for a new nail shop!!! Smh!!! read more
5 years ago
Okay so this is maybe my third or fourth time coming here. It's in my neighborhood so I typically go here when I can't go to my usual salon in DC since they take walk ins. I usually get the regular spa pedi (used to be $35, got bumped up to $40 which is understandable), but today I decided to treat myself to a deluxe reflexology pedi ($65). It includes everything from the deluxe pedi ($50) plus a 15 min hot lotion massage. Sam was friendly enough, though she kept trying to upsell me on services which I didn't appreciate. I got moisturizing gloves for my hands as well as a heated neck pillow during which was nice. BUT I didn't get the hot lotion reflexology massage (although she did spend about 8 min total massaging both of my calves with scrub). My cuticles aren't in good shape since she didn't spend much time on them. And the paint job is HORRENDOUS. My nails look so lumpy and bumpy. All in all, I'm likely not coming back. Last time I came and got gel on my toes, it peeled off of all my nails in two days. The customer service is decent but the shoddy end result is no where near worth $65. read more
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This salon is good for a quick run in. I, personally, have never had a bad experience with them. Just don't expect to get your intricate designs there tho. All salons are not bad when you are aware of what they can do and what they can't do... If you know you're coming into town , I suggest you find you a private nail tech and book with them. A lot of these home based nail techs are really good! Just make EXTRA sure you investigate BEFORE booking! And whatever you do, do not get your eyebrows done there! Search up Pretty Eyebrow & Threading on Google. They're amazing with eyebrows! For nails, Go on instagram and search @Donnynails ! He's great! Good luck! read more
4 years ago
They used to have good product but no so much now. They made sure to put signs letting customers know that there will be an increase in prices due to inflation but seems to me like they got cheaper products because my nails literally start popping off like press ons I'm one week. I spent $187 on my feet, nails, and eyebrows this is unacceptable and I will be going back to my old salon. When a nail comes on clean whole nail exactly like a press on ITS THE PRODUCT I got one fixed and the next day literally another one popped off it has not even been a two weeks read more
3 years ago
They couldn't even do French correctly and they overcharged me for a fill-in. They charge me 65 for a filling and $35 for design which is crazy I do not recommend going there. On top of that they spent three hours just to do this simple thing. read more
7 years ago
I was in the area and decided to stop by to get my SNS and pedicure. Let me start off by saying I've been getting sns for the past 3 years(at a different nail salon) and never had an issue. When i arrived, i was pleased with the aesthetics and was happy to be helped promptly. Long story short, my pedicure was okay. My sns however, is thick, the shaping is not what i asked for. I was pressure into tipping cash versus tipping on my credit card. If i could give this place a -5 stars I WOULD!. DO NOT COME HERE! UPDATE!!!! She fixed it... so i will give them a 3 star for the inconvenience. read more
4 years ago
You are missing out if you're not coming here to get your nails done!!! The ambiance is beautiful and they offer you tea and water while you are getting pampered. I love my nails every time I leave and get endless compliments. read more
I visited Aqua Nails on a Thursday evening after work. The shop is very nice, the atmosphere is very soothing. I am currently searching for a new nail tech so I decided to try shops in my area based on yelp reviews. I got my nails done by Kim and it's obvious that I was her guinea pig so my experience was not so great. I had to go back in and have another tech fix my nails. I got my nails fixed by JoJo, and she worked a miracle! Other than being handed off to an obviously inexperienced tech, my visit was good! They have a wide variety of polishes, everybody is friendly, and the prices are reasonable. UPDATE: DO NOT let Kim do your nails or feet. She's super rough, does not paint well, very careless job each time. I try to not be rude and give her chances but never again. I got a pedicure a few days ago at another spa (my home spa, The Village Nail Bar), but wanted a polish change so I went to aqua for a basic $25 pedi just because i like the hot water and massage. I figured i'll give kim another chance cause there isn't much to do on my feet. She didn't need to file, didn't need to scrub, didn't need to cut any cuticles, i had a fresh pedicure. she literally went to WORK on my cuticles and I asked her to please stop because it hurts. There were literally no cuticles to cut. She was fast and rough like she was trying to pluck a chicken. She literally disregarded what I was saying until I had to put my hand down there to stop her. She left a cold wet towel on my legs while painting, i had to snatch that off myself. My polish was horrible, she doesn't paint corners and she isn't neat. I had to tell her to give me the bottle so I can do it myself to show her how to paint. I tried, y'all.... I love JoJo and Tim, they are amazing but I can't go back to this shop if they are going to have people pay their hard earned money for trash work and totally disregard it. read more
I took my daughter here twice. They have a cute section set up for kids with Frozen character massage chairs and pretty decor. My daughter loves it and her nails and toes came out super cute both times. The most recent time we went was on Saturday. I decided to get a polish change on my toes and a full set. My toes are fine. Love the color. However, this full set is sloppy and rushed. Unfortunately I didn't pay it much attention until I got home later that night. I wouldn't go back for myself but I do like the kids section. read more
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A neighbor recommended this salon since my usual spot was closed and now I'm wishing I had just waited to go to my normal spot. I went in for a pedicure yesterday evening and got a rushed job and sloppy nail polish application. The tech ( a guy, didn't get his name), didn't even bother to clean off the excess nail polish. I could have done this at home on my own. Such a waste of money. read more
8 years ago
Was so happy to find Jenny at her new location. As always she does a superb job with my dipping powder mani, pedi and eyebrows. I would follow her anywhere. read more
7 years ago
7 years ago
Very clean and nice inside. Everyone for the most part were very attractive from the receptionist down to the actual nail techs. My nail tech Cindy was amazing, she did both my nails and feet. She is the only one in a long time that Got pretty much all of the dead skin off my foot. She took her time, no rush. I definitely will be back. read more
6 years ago
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5 years ago
I spend $300 on me and my man feet and nails to get done! One they are too expensive for the quality of the work and the gel nail polish is cheap and peeling and bubbles I just got them done read more
6 years ago
I love this salon! The space itself is very clean and nicely decorated, loved the interior design completely and it's huge! Now my nails and toes on the other hand were also great. I had an appointment with Sonny and I was helped immediately (even though it was packed)! My pedicure was relaxing and my toes looked good. My full set was beautiful, the shaping was perfect (I wanted coffin). I was kind of upset that they weren't able to do the design I wanted but it was pretty advanced. My nails have lasted 3 weeks and I have never had a set last this long! I will definitely be coming back to this salon! read more
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7 years ago
Love this salon. Everyone is super friendly and I always leave overly satisfied. The environment is upscale, professional, clean, and the prices are worth the service. By far one of the best salons in district heights. read more
4 years ago
5 years ago
This establishment has really gone down hill with the new management. Yes, it looks wonderful; however, they have many subpar techs that will rush and have your nails lifting in two days. This is how my nails look after two weeks. Thank also explains to her that I saw them lifting from the very beginning because of the color that I chose. I'm not a nail tech but I definitely have gotten my nails done for years. Initially I was going to go back to just get the two nails fixed and just couldn't make it over there and then three more fell off in the interim. The owner offered me a five dollar discount. She said she's raised her prices March 1. I'm not paying you another $40 for the same thing to potentially happen. I do know that Tony and LeeLee do a good job but other than that I would enter the building. Also, for some reason now they only take cash or cash app and Zelle. Hmmm, I wonder why. read more
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I've been on the hunt for a nail salon closer to me and decided to try this place out this past Sunday. Overall experience was terrible. For starters, as I was. walking to the front door one of the male nail techs was also walking to the salon from the down the sidewalk and I kid you not, he opened the door then put his hand on the back of it as it was closing. I was no more than five steps behind him. Call me crazy but I thought it was rude. The receptionist was ok, no complaints there. The nail tech that serviced me was not very personable for the first half. She didn't talk much, moved extremely fast with my nails & didn't care much if it hurt, in my opinion... Which confused me why she got so nice at the end, gave me a business card with her name and even showed my nails off to the lady sitting in her chair. I wanted glow in the dark polish, selected my two colors and everything but she came back and said they were out so I chose a different color but I heard her speaking with a coworker in their language then she came back with regular gel polish. I don't know what the problem was but that had pissed me off because I had my mind already made up and I'm very indecisive and picky about my nails. Nonetheless I let it go and got a neon green with a couple chrome accent nails. They looked decent the first two days but by Tuesday I noticed my thumb nail bubbling and the polish peeled. The shape of my nails has also changed drastically, supposed to be coffin but some are round and she took too much off the sides and rounded my edges a bit. Very dissatisfied, not worth the $60 at all ! I got a fill, three repairs and a "cut down". The salon is really nice on the inside so that's what my two stars are for. read more
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