I've been going to this salon for four years, so I'm disappointed to write this. Their prices have increased, and I expected better work for what I paid. I went in for a shellac pedicure and a short almond builder-gel French manicure. The services came to $164, and I paid $187 including tip. I was told the pedicure was $65, so the manicure came to about $100. My complaint is about the manicure, not the pedicure. Jennifer was great. During the first attempt, Kimmi cut my thumb. The nails were also different lengths, the base looked clear near the bottom, and I could see white spots through the pink. I raised my concerns during the appointment. The owner stayed late to adjust the nails and added tips to two that were too short. I arrived around 5:30 p.m. and left at almost 8:30 p.m. I waited, talked with her, and still tipped because I appreciated her effort. After the adjustment, I was still unhappy with the finished set. The builder gel looks thick and bulky from the side, the shapes and lengths don't look consistent to me, and the French tips vary. I'm posting photos of the first attempt and clearer photos of the finished nails taken four days later. When I called back, I was told they had already tried their best. The owner said she had asked me how things looked throughout the appointment. I appreciate the time she spent trying to fix them, but being polite and tipping didn't mean I was happy with the result. After four years as a customer, I expected a cleaner manicure at this price. read more

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I would not recommend this nail salon. It was my first time the other day my nail technician was kinda rude, she seemed very pissed to have to be there in the first place and also she did a messy job. My nail chipped after 2 days and I have never had builder gel chip. read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Middle finger nail chipped - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

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GEL SERVICE GONE WRONG. Service was good, until hours later. Very disappointed. Got gel done, I did bring in my own color, bottom and top coat brand new used once. They used my product on my fingers & toes. They used top and bottom coat of mine on my toes when using a different color and I was confused why they did that instead of their own. That wasn't the problem. Pricing didn't seem to add up when paying because I used my own product, really was just paying for service. That was all fine and no issue. Hours later, took a shower, got out and 5 fingers of polish fell off. This had to be a problem of prep. 5 FINGERS OF GEL FELL OFF, WITHIN 6 hours!!! Very sad this happened before a big weekend I have ahead. read more

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My first time going to Aura. I believe my nail tech was Layla (at least that was the name on her equipment cart) and she was super nice and helpful. She was patient as I was trying to decide between two super similar colors, and when she brought the powder out, I said I wasn't super sure about it and she did a quick color test on a nail tip so I could see what it would look like which was really reassuring for me. I made my appointment online for dip, but since I was getting tips added, she recommended opting for acrylic instead so it'd look more natural/less bulky and I was convinced. She was quick but also detailed. I did notice the tiniest gap of color near my cuticles and some gaps on the side edge of my nails but honestly nothing super noticeable and if I cared enough I'd bring it up but I was fine with it. The interior looked clean and spacious with a pastel pink aesthetic. They also offered a drink. I would definitely go back! read more

Great little nail spot! Very efficient and able to help me with all my questions. $35 shellac color change, in and out in less than an hour. Everyone was very kind. Did a good job! I'll be back. read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Shellac color change - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went to this salon for the first time 6 weeks ago. It was clean and the folks seemed nice. We thought we would try it again, but after 4 days my nails started to crack. I went in to get two fixed and they did it for free. I got home and another one cracked. As someone who doesn't have time to keep going back and forth to a salon 3 x in one week, I waited until I had time to go back today and the lady wouldn't fix the nail for free and was wondering why I was upset that the service seemed to be crap!!! I travel the globe and get my nails done and have never had 4 nails crack in one week, clearly it was a bad base coat or top coat. After spending over $200 each time, will not be back and do not recommend it to others as the customer service is subpar. read more

I'm disappointed with the service I received. I had previously stopped coming here after a bad experience with a nail tech who was rushing through my appointment so much that she was knocking things over, which other customers even noticed. I decided to give this salon another chance because it's close by and convenient, but unfortunately it backfired. I was there for 2 hours and 30 minutes for a basic manicure and pedicure. My nails were completely bare, no polish or shellac to remove, and only my toes had shellac. When I sat down it took 30 minutes just to get started, and they only began my pedicure. I politely asked if someone would be starting my manicure, and I was told it would be "about two minutes," but no one came until after my pedicure was close to being finished. I even saw someone who arrived after me get both services at the same time and leave before me. Overall, the wait time and lack of coordination were very frustrating. I really wanted this visit to go better but it did not meet my expectations. read more

ZERO STARS! i came in for a square French tip builder gel set and was assigned with Donna who couldn't do a French tip and gave me square round! no cuticle work was done. please hire women who care about people coming in spending their hard earned money and time and who care about their work! read more

Tina is amazing. She's a total perfectionist and made sure every detail matched my reference picture exactly, even going back to fix the smallest things. I asked for no rhinestones and she suggested a different option so my nails would still look like the inspo, and I'm obsessed with how they turned out. The whole staff is welcoming and attentive, but if you want flawless nails, book with Tina. read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

Best pedicures I have ever hard they take their time and ensure you are relaxed before you leave. They go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. 1000 times recommend BOTH locations!!! read more

I've been coming to Aura for almost 2 years and i won't go anywhere else. Their service is un-matched and the staff here is so sweet and genuine. I get gel x and i always request Selina because she literally does my nails exactly like my inspo. She pays attention to the details and always will ask if i like certain things (shape, length, color) and if she's not available i've had other nail techs do my nails and everybody (except 1) did a perfectly good job as well. My pedicures are always great as well and they're very attentive (ask me about my drinks, details, polish etc.) Both front desk girls are super sweet when checking in & out! The salon owner/manager is always super sweet to me too. Love this place! read more

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Dip manicure with tips, and regular deluxe pedicure. Seriously the best experience I've had a nail salon in a really long time: quick and efficient but really great quality. Kind and good customer service. Very gentle and attentive to what service you're getting. And they make sure you're okay with things before proceeding! Vibe is girly, CLEAN, and friendly read more

I went to Aura Nail salon recently and had a terrible experience that I want to share with others to hopefully prevent anyone else from wasting their money and having a bad experience here. I went here with my sister and we sat next to each other. We were both getting pedicures as well as manicures with builder gel. Immediately the 4 nail techs that were working on us were clearly talking about us. It was obvious they were talking badly about us and laughing, to the point that it made us very uncomfortable and it was extremely obvious. And look, I understand it's common for most of us to go to the salons and the nail techs will speak in their native language and that's fine but I can't be the only one who thinks it's rude to speak in a language around others when you know they don't understand what you're saying. If we are paying for a service, I'd rather my nail tech speak to me directly and try to have a nice conversation with me rather than only speaking to their coworkers in a language I can't understand and never trying to make conversation with me. Moving on, here is where I started to really get upset. The guy who did my builder gel manicure is named Beau. This guy was rude from the beginning. He was rushing the entire time and constantly looking around the salon and spent less time looking at my nails and focusing on what he was actually doing. I had to tell him several times the builder gel on my nails did not look right and he needed to fix it. He was putting huge blobs of builder gel on my nails and had I not said anything to him, he would have left it like that. Again, he was rushing, going so fast and just constantly looking around. He was extremely fidgety and about 15-20 minutes in I was very suspicious that he was under the influence of something. His behavior just did not seem normal. Any time I would ask him to fix the poor job he was doing on my nails, he would be frustrated. Again, he wasn't making conversation with me. Wasn't friendly. And certainly wasn't concerned about the quality of the job he was doing on my nails and definitely didn't care if I was having a good experience overall. All in all, I would avoid this salon, but I would avoid Beau doing your nails at all costs. Very unprofessional, disrespectful treatment by the 4 nail techs we had today, but Beau's behavior and whatever influence he was under was unacceptable. When I told the receptionist about my experience she gave me a 5% discount! 5% off on an over $110 bill, this was comical after the experience I'd just had. Going to the nail salon is supposed to feel relaxing and like treating yourself. Yet, this was the most stressful and uncomfortable nail salon experience I've had yet and I'll never give this salon another dime of my money. Aura Salon, do better. read more

Poor service, poor quality, unprofessional, disinterested attitude of staff. Excited to try a new nail salon near garden Oaks, I came here in a positive mood - only to leave in the most disheartening and anxious state. From the snappy woman doing my refill to the uninterested tech doing my pedicure, it was super unpleasant. I got a midscale pedicure and the tech was not in the mood for a massage and she just awkwardly moved my legs around while looking around, coversating with other techs. Seems like they only ask a certain profile of customers for drinks as well. A minor but relevant detail. I asked for a moderate design and was initially turned down harshly. Obviously the staff is over worked or not being taken care of because no one's attitude seemed professional or gracious. For what our nails cost these days, I feel like basic etiquette and decent flow of conversation to confirm what the customer wants is the bare minimum. I will NOT be returning and suggest booking somewhere where your money and time is respected! read more

such a great service and nails look exactly like the inspo! Beautiful place and the vibe is relaxing. 10/10 would come again!

I needed a regular polish change so I called Aura since I was in the Heights and they were able to take me in. There was plenty of parking out front so I was able to get in with no issues. Check in was smooth and I grabbed a polish that I wanted. However, upon closer look, I noticed the polish was watered down with acetone, which means it'll chip quicker. Luckily I brought my own polish. She did my nails well, or so I thought but after I got in the car, I noticed bubbles in my nails. I was so pissed because I had another appointment AND I'm traveling so I can't even go back to have it fixed. I really liked how clean the salon was, the friendly staff and the overall ambiance but my nails are bumpy. read more

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I am very disappointed with my recent visit. I paid $132 expecting a relaxing pedicure and manicure experience, but instead felt completely rushed. I actually came in after other women who were getting pedicures, yet I left before them -- meaning my service was cut short. The "shellac pedicure" I paid for did not feel like the full service at all. I only received a light rub and scrub, while I watched other clients around me get the full pedicure treatment that I thought I was paying for. It honestly felt like my service was done just to move me along quickly. On top of that, I mentioned to both nail techs that I didn't like my nail color. Instead of helping me fix it, I was told to either come back in two weeks, or if I came back the next day, I would have to pay full price again. For the cost of this visit, I expected better customer service and at least some willingness to make it right. Overall, this was a terrible experience, and I do not feel like I got what I paid for. I feel embarrassed paying that amount. read more

Now my go-to nail salon. Always excellent service, technicians listen to you, a light vibe inside. Not spa-like but friendly and upbeat for sure! read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Dip, natural - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

Love this place! I have come here a few times before giving a review. They always will take me as a walk in or appointment. I never specify a nail tech because every person I try is good! I came in for a walk in today and Rachel did my nails. Cute design for Valentine's Day, she did them quick and perfect shape! They are always so nice and accommodating. I switch between here and Gloss Nail Bar, but Aura is cheaper and pays more attention to you! Try them out if you are close, you won't be disappointed read more

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Wow! What an incredible experience. I scheduled a pedi appointment for 9am on a Saturday with Helen, will be coming back to her! She was amazing and had great attention to detail, without asking she even tested the polish color on my nail to ensure I liked it! Never had such a great experience at a nail salon!! Very clean, very professional, and very aesthetic atmosphere. So cute. Love my pedi!! read more

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I mean I could not have asked for a better turn out... Tina started then the owner had to finish (they got busy, rightfully so) They were all so nice, even with my high expectations and asks. Reasonably priced and service was amazing. Highly recommend!!' read more

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Love this place! My nails lasted for SO long! Everything is clean and the staff is soo nice!

Charging $35 for a POLISH CHANGE??? This is absolutely ridiculous honestly. I've been here roughly 6-7 times since I've moved to the area, and everytime I got a polish change it has always been $17... I went today per usual and was told that the polish change is now $35?? read more

Aura Nail & Spa - A receipt - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is beautiful, reasonably priced, and the nail technician did a fabulous job. I will definitely be returning.

Decided to give this new nail salon a try after my friend recommended me to come here! Definitely clean and super cute place. Overall I loved my first experience with Cam she did a full set and it lasted me up to 3 weeks! She's very professional and has amazing customer service. If she's not there I definitely recommend Tom, loved how my nails turned out after my first time doing full set acrylics with him! David is also really good at pedicures, takes his time and is very detailed. 10/10 Rec give this place a try! read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Full set acrylics by Tom - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

What a fun day at Aura Nail & Spa! My girlfriend and I called in around 11am and they got us right in at 1pm which I requested! As soon as you walk in the salon the manager greats you and immediately offers you a drink. The salon is BEAUTIFUL. The prices are very affordable, they have a manicure or pedicure for anyone. The price ranges very by what you need done. Every employee was SO nice and polite. I will definitely be back to Aura Nail & Spa. read more

Aura Nail & Spa - What an amazing Monday! Thank you Aura Nail & Spa! - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

I never thought I'd find the perfect nail salon... but Aura Nail and Spa is amazing! Everyone is so nice and accommodating. I especially love Tina! She is so gentle with my nails and never hurts as she files them. This is my favorite Houston nail salon! read more

Usually very happy. Pricing is inconsistent when visiting their website versus in the Solon. When brought to their attention, staff did not explain the difference nor make an effort to match price or make up the difference. Kimmy is an amazing nail tech with great designs but definitely confirm price before because they won't always offer you a menu and may be sly with the pricing?? Great nails and good ambiance read more

I love my new nail tech name Tina! She took her time and delivered what i needed . So glad my old nail tech referred me to her! Jason is my new pedi guy! Love them! read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

My pedicure started off great. I mentioned my ankle was sprained and she was so careful with it. It wasn't until my manicure began. She seemed very irritated since she started and was super rough trying to remove the shellac. I really should have spoken up to see if she was in a rush bc it felt that way. She ended up cutting me and I was just over it. She really didn't seem to worried until I started to bleed. So I decided not to paint my nails and be done after the manicure since the bleeding wouldn't stop. Which was not great at all. During check out I mentioned to the young lady that I just got the manicure and mentioned bc I was bleeding. She notified the manager and she gave me the " soooo what do you want me to do look" . She ended up giving me $3off. I will NOT be going back. Ladies please speak up if you feel the technicians are being too rough. read more

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First time going to this salon since moving from Oklahoma! It was clean, the staff were friendly, & my nail tech was amazing! I'll be back :) read more

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andrew and henna did an amazing job on manicure and pedicure! definitely coming back aga read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

I came in on a busy Sunday afternoon with no appointment and only had to wait about 10 minutes. I got a deluxe pedicure and shellac polish change. They have a huge selection of OPI polish, which in my opinion is the best brand. They have shellac to match the exact color of regular polish too... maybe the shellac brand is OPI also? I was offered a drink while waiting and offered another one during my services. The pedicure was very relaxing and well done. The polish change was done well also. Very satisfied with the politeness, cleanliness, and quality of work. They also have a rewards program so you get a point for every dollar spent and once you get 300 points you're able to redeem for a discount. read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Several days later and still looking great - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

The owners lie and don't keep their promises. They like to tell their own stories to help them feel better about themselves. They care only about making money and are very greedy. -They don't like people who speak up! -They don't care if you were in physical pain because your nails were over filed and buffed. - if sides are missing color, nail polish is peeling, dip is dark on one nail and light on another, they call this: picky -Their people are overworked and undervalued, this causes them to have unsanitary practices and mistakes. - I have seen jagged dirty nails, one of which I was stabbed by on the first visit by Jaden, and when I mentioned it to him he cut his nail in front of me. It landed on my tshirt and grossed me out. I asked for another tech, they don't like this. - I have seen a nail tech pick her nose and do a pedicure for a customer sitting next to me, the customer said nothing, they like this. - I wouldn't go back there if they paid me - they should be investigated for ethical, labor, and sanitary practices. Thank God I found out quickly, in 2 visits, their character and integrity. There are so many nail salons in Houston, where you can drop $100 on a Mani and Pedi, choose wisely. read more

I'm usually not a nail shop girl , but they did they thing !!! (P.S. ask for a younger tech ) read more

Aura Nail & Spa - Short White Acrylic Set - Nail Salons Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great service! I went in needing dip nails removed and acrylics put on. Even though I went on a busy Saturday without an appointment, I only had to wait 15 minutes before being taken care of. The owner, Tom worked on me and was very friendly and efficient. He was thorough and I never felt pressured to add on a service nor did I ever feel rushed, he took his time and did a great job. I also appreciate how hygienic the spa was on a busy day. I'll be back for sure! read more

Love Aura! Nice atmosphere, and I've had excellent service every time I have visited. Prices are reasonable and you can earn points to be used towards future visits. read more

Drove by and saw the sign of grand opening. Excellent hospitality. Good prices, detailed manis and pedis, and delicious drinks! We definitely got spoiled with macaroons, cupcakes and a small lotion. Super recommended, we will come back! read more

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Was happy to have a nail salon open in the Garden Oaks area and I have not been disappointed. I have been here many times for pedicures and once for a gel manicure. Only once have I not liked my pedi. I cannot remember names of the two women that have done my pedis that I loved, but next time I go, I will update with their names. Aura is clean, offers beverages, and I always feel relaxed. read more

Vibes amazing ..neat work . Prices may vary tho . Mimosas and a variety of scrubs and pedicures. I think they sell candles also .