Mary, is THE BEST nail person out there. My nails are always in point and NEVER break. I did a Spartan race last year with long nail and was scared they were going to break, they didn't even chip. If I could give a million stars I would read more

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I tried calling several times asking for an appointment. Often the line was busy so I had to use offering video phone call provider ( I'm deaf and I often would get my nails done ) but it discriminated me because I'm not currently or previous clients it won't accept new clients. I'm like really ? I'll look other places elsewhere. It's not open to welcome new clients. Or is it because I'm deaf and treats me differently? read more

Awesome Nails was indeed awesome. Mary was courteous, informative, prompt and delightful to talk to. I would definitely recommend it AND they've been in business 21 years- so obviously doing something right!! They had lots of no chip colors to choose from and she spent SO much time working on my calluses (above and beyond!) She gave me home treatment ideas AND gifted me some all natural house made scrub (I get the hint!!) My feet are baby smooth! So good, it Inspires me to wear sandals in the snow! read more

Today was my first visit here & the absolutely did NOT dissappoint! I was reffered to Olga for a thorough pedi! Absolutely one of the best I've had! I do work in a salon elsewhere but needed to be a client not a coworker today The chairs were phenomenal too! As i was almost done with the pedi we were talking about powder pigments (chromes like "holo" & "unicorn") as my salon doesnt have them I was able to also get a no chip mani in my holo finish The way she did my mani was quite different & unique. No water. No buffers. No nippers(which i only allow once in a blue moon) The best part was NOT having to soak off my gels! Soooo much faster & cuticles were gone! So impressive! I cant recommend it more highly than this review. I will be back the next time i need to cheat on my own workplace. Definitely make an appointment as its a smaller ,beautiful, "family" feeling salon. Waxing & lash extensions available too. I did make one mistake here... the best part was EVERYONE spoke english! No wondering whats being said in another language. Please visit here & tell them a 35 yr (in business) stylist sent you! In the puctures i tried to capture the "holo pigment" effect & the one "unicorn pigment". The pictures dont do it justice read more

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I don't usually get my nails done on regular basis...just for special occasions... Olga did my nails for a wedding and I was hooked! Now, I have my nails done every 2-3 weeks and Olga always do an amazing job! I get a lot of compliments on my nails read more

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I went in for a full set last Thursday as I was attending a wedding on Saturday. I sat there for over two hours as the tech did my nails and they turned out horrible. They are fat and uneven, the pinky nail already fell off by Saturday, They look ridiculous and are too chunky for my skinny fingers. I paid $73 for an awful job and am embarrassed by the way they look. I will never be going back. read more

Awesome Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

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I'm only an occasional manicure person, but my experience with Olga at Awesome Nails may change that. She does what she calls a Russian manicure. Using a little electric drill-like tool, with eeny-teeny little bits, she removed existing no-chip polish without acetone, and smoothed out my winter-dried out skin and cuticle. It felt much gentler than the manual filing you get in most salons, and her cleanliness standards seemed super high. My nails and fingertips never looked better or felt smoother. Olga is a perfectionist and a lively conversationalist, so while the manicure takes longer than normal(nearly 90 minutes for me), the time flies and results are well worth it. read more

Awesome Nails - After 5 days, with lots of kitchen duty and spring cleaning! - Nail Salons Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

Ive been going to Olga for over a year now, and I will never go anywhere else! She is amazing at her craft. She takes her time and listens to what you want. Not to mention she is so knowledgeable about everything with nails. She also does lashes! This place prides themselves on being clean and sanitized for every client-as many other nail shops are not. They tailor their services for every client and their needs. Thank you awesome nails!! read more

Great wedding nails for my best friends wedding. Best nails I've ever had done. Bling that does not come off after a few days. Highly recommend!! read more

Awesome Nails - Blinged out nails! - Nail Salons Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

A lovely little shop where everyone knows your name and greets you when you come in. Angela works on my nails and feet and is thorough and efficient. She has been there for over 5 years and Cary (her mom) and Mary have been there even longer. Mary owns the shop. Both C & M also teach at various shows throughout the US so all the ladies are "in the know" on current trends. Prices are reasonable and work is stellar. The whole shop can get into some great conversations! read more

Came to visit my best friend for the first time in Grayslake from Florida. Stopped in on a Saturday but they were booked and closed on Sunday so we made an appointment for Monday with Mary and Olga. The facility was very clean and didn't smell like chemicals. First we went to the backroom to sanitize our nails where they have signs posted about washing to kill bacteria - very appreciated. Then we were able to pick our colors. I showed them pinterest ideas with foils and Olga busted out a whole box of options. They were very flexible with us changing ideas and creative. They didn't do as much cuticle work as I normally get in Florida but I think it has to do with different sanitation regulations. The resulting manicure is very well done. I was uncomfortable with the staff pointing out that they weren't Asian and not to go to Asian salons. Nails good, racism bad. read more

Awesome Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

I called to request an appointment and spoke to Mary. I was unable to make the first appointment that was offered so when I asked for other availability, Olga in the background said 6am and they both laughed. I was also asked to provide a credit card to confirm - which I have never been asked to do for a mani/pedi at any other salon. This was very unprofessional and not a way to treat a prospective client merely calling to ask for an appointment. read more

Olga never fails me! I can come in with a crazy nail design I find online and she can replicate it, no questions asked! She's been doing my nails for a year now, she has all the best tools to make my nails look amazing, plenty of colors to choose from. Always in tune with the latest nail trends, she is highly recommended!!! Best nail tech I've ever had read more

Awesome Nails - Gel nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

I have lived in this area my whole life and never stopped in here. I wish I had sooner! I booked a pedi and no chip mani with Angela. First, I was impressed that you were asked to fill out a nail health and info sheet. The experience was very intimate, there's only 2 pedi chairs. You get all the attention and the conversation was lively and fun. I was so thrilled that my feet got some much needed exfoliation and the little massage was a perk. My no chip mani by Angela was done so well. I have thin soft nails and she made sure to add extra coats of the base to ensure it lasted! Angela was great, the whole experience was terrific...and I even made an appointment to come back for my no chip on the spot. read more

I had trouble finding a good nail salon when I moved to this area a few years ago. I made an appointment here last month and was impressed so I've finally found my nail salon! I go to Olga, who does an amazing job. read more

I can't say that I have the most experience at nail salons, but Mary's place was great! I had an ingrown toenail and Olga was kind and professional, yet determined to help my toe; creating a perfect balance between my comfort and getting the bugger out! Offering beverages and great stories, the whole salon was friendly and full of life. Combined with the relaxing massage chair I sat in, I can't wait to go back! read more

I drove all the way out from Buffalo Grove to see Angela at Awesome Nails and it was totally worth it. I'll do it again in a second! :)

This one star is not for their services, but rather for their idea of customer service. I recently moved to the area and am trying to find a nail salon, so I figured I'd give it a go. I walked in and this is how the conversation went. Nail tech, "Can I help you?" Me, "Yes, I would like a no chip manicure." Nail tech, "ummm no, not today." (insert long awkward pause) nail tech, "we don't take walk ins, but here's a service menu, and call ahead next time." As soon as I walked out, I threw that menu in the trash can. Not to mention there were only two workers in the salon, which is really small. That's fine if you do not take walk ins, but it should be displayed on your website or rather in your salon. The search continues for now. read more

First of all I want to say that this is a good nail salon and the owner Mary is so nice. I have been going here for about 9 months and Olga has been my technician. Olga is extremely talented and I felt like we had developed a wonderful relationship and considered her a friend. Yesterday with an ice storm coming I sent her a text offering to reschedule my appointment for today if she felt like it was unsafe for her to travel from her home. I live 5 mins from the salon and I was planning on trying to make it. I did not say I was cancelling. She sent me a text telling me that there is a reason for the 24 hour notice to cancel and she could have scheduled someone else in my place. She said that she would have to sit for 3 hours unpaid. I have never cancelled an appointment and I'm not sure why I was being treated so awful. I told her to cancel my appointment and that I would not be back. I am sad, disaappointed, and hurt by all of this. read more

I have been getting my nails done here for 13 years. In times when my tech is not available (the owner, Mary, who is yes, awesome) and I have gone elsewhere I am always disappointed and can't wait to get them fixed. The salon is clean, has a friendly staff and all tech's are extremely educated and knowledgable. Anyone who needs great service and beautiful results should visit Awesome Nails. Doesn't matter where you live either, I drive 1/2 hour each way and would drive further if I had to!! read more

Love, love, love everything about Awesome Nails. My daughter and I are new customers, called yesterday for Mani/Pedi's, and they squeezed us both in today, on a busy Saturday. We were greeted right away upon entering by Mary, who gave us a quick, but thorough client form to fill out. The salon is very focused on nail health, which I've never experienced before and it was very refreshing. All the nail techs seemed to work quickly and efficiently, but made their work seem effortless, and they all seemed to keep up great conversation with their clients at the same time. My daughter had a great experience with Mary for her nails and walked out of there super happy. Mary took her time, and made my daughter feel special, which goes a long way in my book. My tech, Olga, was amazing. Super friendly and personable, VERY knowledgeable about nail health, and really good at her job. I've never had such an enjoyable experience at a nail salon. I've already made a follow-up appointment and I'm really looking forward to going back. This place is a gem. Call ahead for an appointment. This isn't a walk-in, quickie shop. They care about your nail health and want you to have a relaxing, enjoyable experience. They provide great service for a really reasonable price. read more

Top of the line customer service, very clean and professional! Always unique designs! I get non stop compliments when I wear their work!

My daughter and I don't do pedicures often, or ever to be honest. Today, I wanted to treat her. I had no intention of expecting an appointment today because it's Saturday and I get places like this are busy. My intention was to simply make an appointment. First, I was greeted by a dog. It's odd to be greeted by a dog anyway in a nail salon. It's also potentially harmful to anyone who might have allergies to animals as they would have no warning. But, whatever. Trying to make an appointment was frustrating. First, I was made to feel like it was an inconvenience, in light of her "regular" customers taking up all her time. Had there been a warmer welcome, I might have liked to become a "regular" myself. Then, I was flat out told it wasn't going to be easy for my daughter and I to do side-by-side pedicures. I understood that when one does this with someone else, you usually do it together. I was then informed there was no time at all this whole week. I've been in customer service for over 20 years and found the treatment my daughter and I received pretty poor. My daughter, on the way out , actually asked me if we had done something wrong as it seemed they were frustrated with us. That's exactly how I felt. Like I'd done something wrong. There was no welcoming atmosphere at all and, no, I will not be calling to make any appointment. Awesome nails = not awesome customer service. read more

I made an appointment at Awesome Nails for a no chip manicure about a week or so ago. When I called for an appointment the person on the other end was extremely helpful in getting me in at a time that worked well for me. When I arrived my nail tech greeted me by name and got started right away on my service. It is true that the salon is small, but honestly, in this crazy world of eveything being big and over done, I truly appreciate the small, hometown atmospher that the salon has to offer. Also, I was extremely impressed my the professionalism and care that was put in to my manicure. I can honestly say it was the best no chip manicure and the best service that I have received from a nail salon ever! Thank you Angela for your incredible service! I will be back! read more

These ladies know their stuff! I had my nails done by Mary and I'm in amazement at the magic she's done. Came in with no nails so I was certain I wasn't going to be able to get nail enhancements. Boy, was I wrong! I came out with nails that I just can't stop looking at in awe! TOP NOTCH nail salon with artists!! Thanks for living up to your reputation read more

Love this place! Super clean and relaxing atmosphere. The techs were very friendly and experienced. Overall, extremely impressed. I've been to a LOT of nail salons in the area and this one stood out for all the right reasons. Glad I finally gave it a try. I will definitely be back. read more

I had an appt with Angela to get a no chip (gel) manicure. Angela was great, she was easy to talk to and did a great job on my nails. They use high quality items and have a lot of polish colors. I can't wait to go back for my next appointment! read more