Just carrying over my Google view over, OBSESSED!! LOOK AT MY NEW TOTORO NAILS! There are VERY few artists in San Diego who can do character designs.. let alone do it well. But Tho is a hidden gem. I showed him a picture of what I wanted and I'm blown away by how good it looks. I was worried that it might be have been too difficult but just trust the process. Tho is Lani's son... so iykyk.. the quality and details are there read more

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My mom recommended this place since it's in San Marcos. I got seated at my seat on a massage pedicure chair as soon as I got there. Wrapped at the basin so it's hygienic. I got my pedicure done by Lanny twice already. She does that Asian pedicure cleaning, that's why my mom likes her. She added some cute flowers to match my manicure inspo. My mom also likes her acrylic work too. She says her nails last more than 4 weeks before her next fill without breaking or chipping. I haven't done acrylic with them yet but I did get a gel manicure and hasn't lifted and it's been 2 weeks, I believe it was done by Penny. I'd have to ask again. I showed her the style I wanted and she did her thing. Definitely want to play around with designs with her. She did a great job cleaning my nail beds too since it's been so long since I lost got a mani read more

Lani does an amazing job cleaning my cuticles and in grown toes. I've been coming here for 10 years since I moved to SM and even though I'm back in Temecula, she's still worth the drive for a pedicure. Even if she's busy she will still cut them for you. Her son did my nails and he did a really good job. The shop received a makeover and they took out the TV, which I miss watching the news. The shop is very clean and idk what I'm going to do when Lani retires. read more

Be Polished Nails - Pedicure time - Nail Salons Near Me - San Marcos, California

Highly recommend this shop. This is one of the best in North County San Diego. I've been coming here for eight years plus, they are so loyal to their customers and hard-working. Really appreciate seeing this at a nail salon. Also their massage chair chairs are very comfortable. Found a nail design for coachella on Pinterest and they made it come to life. read more

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I hadn't been here in a while and walked in for a pedicure. The ladies are always so nice and friendly. It's a hit and miss depending on who does the pedicure for you. This time it was an older lady and although she was nice I did not enjoy the pedicure. She wasn't gentle, pinched my pinky toe and it started bleeding. It hurt a lot but she apologized but afterwards my feet hurt. Not the best pedicure I've had there but prices are fair. read more

Be Polished Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Marcos, California

Love the service, they listen to what you want. It's a calm atmosphere, it feels relaxing. I paid $65 for acrylics and a cute design!

Be Polished Nails was an amazing experience. I came in as a walk in and all staff were nice, efficient and very helpful. They did an amazing job on my French tip manicure and Pedicure! I definitely recommend coming to Be Polished Nails for all your wants and needs! I will be returning as soon as I need my nails redone :) read more

I have always had a great experience at this salon. Lani is a professional manicurist and always does a wonderful job on my mani/pedi. The entire staff is very friendly and welcoming. I've been coming here for many years. read more

Needed a polish change and Loni always takes good care of me! Needed my valentines nails, this months has flown by so fast I didn't even realize it's almost Valentine's Day! So I called and got in quickly. Thanks Loni another great job and here are my Valentines nails. read more

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Heard great reviews about this place so I came for a fill because my usual nail tech is on vacation. I've been getting gel acrylics since 2015 and have been getting fills ever since. This is the first time where gel lifted off my nail the very next day. I came back and Lani told me it's my fault because I didn't place my fingers right. I guess I'm supposed to know how to use her blue light machine. She could have just told me in the moment rather than tell me when I had to inconveniently come back. She even said it's happened to many customers which tells me it's the nail tech's issue, not the customer. Guess it's my fault that the gel didn't set, something she should have checked for since it happens so often. I left feeling ashamed and embarrassed bc I got yelled at for a mediocre job she did. She pulled my fingers and moved my arms harshly and aggressively and filed harder than she did yesterday. I could tell she was annoyed bc she didn't do this yesterday. I had to ask her to please be more gentle which is so unbelievable. Ps, I called ahead and I still waited 20 minutes to get a repair. And then another 30 minutes just for her to fix them bc she kept tending to other people and tasks. Disappointed. read more

Be Polished Nails - Gel lifts and dries uneven. Had to come back to get it fixed.. and then got yelled at because it's supposedly my fault. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Marcos, California

I went for a pedicure and ended up in the er . Leaving my pedicure I could barely walk I was in so much pain the dug so deep in my nails they were all bleeding and swollen cut half of my nail off . I got an infection called cellulitis they used Dirty tools on me . I went in to show them what they did and the owner said sorry nothing we can do . I was in pain for 3 weeks . Never going back read more

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I've been going to the nail salon for probably about five years now. Sometimes there's a wait sometimes and sometimes there isn't but one thing that's for sure is your nails are always going to be on point. Lang always does my nails and takes care of me. I know I can show her a design or idea I have and she will give me something even better. I always leave with the biggest smile and best compliments. read more

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AVOID THIS PLACE IF YOU HAVE NATURAL NAILS! I asked for my healthy, natural nails to be oval shaped. They filed away a lot of the nail sidewall, weakening my nails, and THREE BROKE A FEW DAYS LATER! Absolutely ruined them and they took months to grow back. I went back the following weekend and asked for my money back. He refused and became nastily aggressive... very unpleasant. read more

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I was somewhat hesitant to return after the shutdown, but my nails & toenails were in need of some TLC so I decided to see BPN. When I arrived, I noticed that the salon was clean, & the manicurist giving pedicures, were wearing a face mask & plastic head cover. In addition, a rolling plexiglass stand were placed between the customer & manicurist. I felt safe & comfortable. As always, they did a wonderful job with my mani & pedi. read more

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I used to come here all the time before working at the animal hospital. It's just not the same anymore! I came in to get a simple french tip mani and pedi for a wedding later in the day. They used to clean up my cuticles so well and now I feel like they rush through it. My pedi was great, but my gel mani started peeling the next day. I tip well whether i like it or not, but I'm definitely trying a new place next time read more

I'm a regular client, have been for over 5 years, and I think this place is hands down the best place to go to. Especially if you are LOCAL! They're also great at remembering names and faces, so it's easy to become a regular. ***PRICING: The price range that this nail salon offers are super affordable and inexpensive. But, that doesn't mean the quality of their work is as low as their prices. Affordable and cute???? This place is a MUST. ***QUALITY OF NAIL: High Quality. Let me say that again, HIGH QUALITY. These ladies all do a great job with their clients. And they LISTEN to what you want to ensure you get what you expect. ***SEATING: There are 5 pedicure chairs, and 4 manicure stations. HOWEVER, you can still get both your mani & pedi done in the pedi chair!!! This is great because it shows that they're willing to work toward what accommodating YOUR needs. Also, in the pedi chair, or at a mani table, your mani will still be of high quality!! ***SCHEDULING APPTS: Listen, this place gets super busy, and from what I've learned with experience is that they always want to accommodate on a first come first serve basis. Hence, other reviews rate lows. BUT THATS JUST ONE THING. If you schedule an appointment, come in 15-20min EARLIER than your appointment; or if you know a time you want to come in, schedule 30min out!!! I rarely schedule appointments because I know that they aren't the best at scheduling or remembering their schedules clients. But that's because they are busy ALL. THE. TIME. And that's fine, I learned to recognize their hard work and consistent efforts to make sure their service is top quality. With this, I learned to with around their poorly time management skills to make sure I'm happy and that they aren't stressed over additional stubborn clients who are only upset because their appointment time isn't... on time. But yeah, that's the only downfall about this place. So... how can you be sure to be seen without making an appointment? Keep reading... ***WALK-INs: Be Polished Nail is located on Grand Ave & Rancho Santa Fe Rd. Your best chance to be seen is if you walk in. What I do is call the SAME DAY I want to be seen. Early mornings (before 10am) they're pretty slow. This is the BEST time to call and ask if you can come in. Once it hits 11am, they start to get busy. But of course, there will be random times throughout the day where they're LESS BUSY, so just give them a call!! Ask if there's anyone available for the service you want. Remember, they're super busy because they're affordable and they take care of their clients. If time is the only thing bothering you, make sure to go on a day where you don't have any other appointments!! That's why if you're local, it's in your best interest to call the same day, or just pop in and check it out!! ***CLIENTELE: Everyone. Everyone comes here. Everyone and their mom come here and it's great for business!! :) Also, keep in mind this salon is near the high school, and because it's such an affordable place to go high schoolers come here often. WITH THAT BEING SAID, keep in mind big high school events such as high school dances, high school graduations, and and all high school events will mean that the place gets busier than normal! So homecoming season, prom season, graduation season and what not. Just something to keep in mind! :) Best to pay CASH. And remember to tip 20% for service on top of your inexpensive new set of nails :) read more

I love my pedicure done by Tina, EVERYTIME I MAKE A APPT A DAY BEFORE.. THEY NEVER HONOR IT. I drive 2 cities away to come here that's why I make a appointment. Terrible Customer Service , I booked 2 appointments today back to back for my Sister and I. read more

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ALWAYS CALL AHEAD AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT. And with that said this is my favorite nail place. I've been going here for 3 years now. It took me this long to leave this review because I took them for granted I recently moved away and tried to find a new nail place and I am always left with disappointment because this place is the best I miss all the ladies here. Candy usually did my toes always and Lisa did my acrylics. I miss coming here!!! I've always had very good service here and they never failed to please me. read more

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Hahaha more updates on this joke. Here are pictures of my "pedicure" that lasted not even a day. I'm not posting what the bottom of my feet look like, out of respect for myself.. but it's awful. read more

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I am so disappointed! I made an appointment want a week ago for my daughter and I to get our wedding nails done for her wedding. The Solon did not honor our appointment and either overbooked or accepted so many walk-ins they couldn't serve us. They asked us to come back later! We don't have any other time frame for nails. What does an appointment mean? We are so disappointed! read more

Very gentle and caring. Have wonderful selection of services and colors. When doing pedicure they are very attentive to the client.

Have been going to see Lanny for five years and she is amazing. She is a professional you can trust

Terrible first impression. Walked in and the estimated 10 minute wait turned into a 40 minute wait. Was going to walk out, but I was already 15 minutes into my wait lol and was committed to getting my nails done, plus it was getting late, and didn't think it was going to drag onto 40 minutes. About 25 minutes into my wait an angry customer stormed out, because the manicurist wasn't doing what she had asked her to do. When I was finally taken to a chair, I looked over at the lady getting her nails done and the gel looking uneven, and not very clean. But I was already at the chair and was determined to get my nails done! It all went uphill from there, because my manicurist, Lisa, was a pleasure to be around, and is super talented. I got a new set of acrylic with gel, coffin shape and I got exactly what I wanted. I would definitely come back, but I will ask for Lisa. read more

I got a pedicure here yesterday and they did a terrible job. My big toe hurts so bad. She cut me 2 times. And the nail polish looks so bad! So I went back the next day. And she sat me down. Didn't even take my nail polish off she just filed them and added more coats of nail polish. She told me to wait 5 min before I left. So 1 minute past by and the manager walked by me and the girl that did my nails got up really fast put my sandals on and told me I was ready to go. She obviously didn't want her to see my nails. She know they looked bad! Seriously don't come here or go to the lady with glasses!!! And my gel manicure is just ass bad!! read more

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Lani made my wedding Nails came to life! I ran a trial one month ago and amazed by the trial run that there is no doubt, I have to make the trek all the way from downtown to have her do my nails rt before the actual wedding day in just a week! Lani, see you this week and excited for you to do again!!! read more

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I used to come here all the time and was so happy with the service. After moving away for a years I just came back to get a manicure. This was the worst and most PAINFUL manicure I've ever received. The first woman who did my nails filed them unevenly, cut me twice, and filed so hard my skin ripped and would not stop bleeding. I have polish all over my hands. One of the other women (who did an excellent job on my sisters nails) came and checked my hands as I was getting ready to leave. There was a lot of talk and then the second women re-filed my nails so they are now semi-even but she had to make them so painfully short to do so! She then re-did two more coats of gel.... I left with stubs for nails, painful cuts, and have been peeling gel polish from my finger tips all day. Even though my sisters nails turned out great, it is not worth the risk of getting the manicurist who did my nails! Needless to say I will never be back. read more

Judy is amazing. Made my full set fill feel way more natural & easy to manage than the set I walked in with. I asked her if she could make the nail thinner, she warned me that they may break easier (they're doing just fine!!!) & went to it. Gave me such a good, even shape & she was so careful & skilled. So lovely! Thank you Judy! read more

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My mom and I started coming every month and I make sure to schedule an appointment a few days in advance. Last time we went, it took around an hour to get serviced, but I understood they were low staffed. This time around we had an appointment at 11:00am for two pedicures and then another pair came afterwards for the same thing at the same time, and after waiting around 15 minutes, the other pair were seated before us. I live in Vista and drive all the way to San Marcos for this. Luckily Happiness Nails in Vista took my mom and I right in AND they wear gloves, wash their hands, and the vibe isn't rushed. read more

This review is for Lani. I've been going to this place for a few years and tried different manicurists. Lani is the best! She will go above and beyond to make my nails look perfect. This place is extremely busy, so I usually will call ahead to make sure Lani is available. Love her, love her work! PS: 1. They always use clean tools. 2. Great price. 3. Very large selection of colors read more

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I honestly can't say enough good things about this place. Everyone is so nice and very good at what they do. I go see Tammy every time because she does amazing work and all hand painted. You won't be disappointed. read more

Be Polished Nails - Fill - Nail Salons Near Me - San Marcos, California

I've tried this place before and their work wasn't that good but I decided to give them another try today, so I came relatively early. I was told to sit in a pedicure chair and waited well over 40 minutes with no help nor a simple "we'll be with you soon". They made sure to help two other people who came in after me too. Definitely not returning for mediocre customer service and mediocre work. read more

I started coming here after I moved to San Marcos in 2017 looking for a new place to take care of my toesies. Friday to Sunday can be tricky to get a chair right away (you may wait good 45 minutes) but week days is super easy. They have packages that you can also customize depending on your needs. I used to get horrible in grown toe nails before, but since I started coming in, no more. Another great service is they share beauty tips ex. How to keep your feet hydrated, get rid of funky nails etc. There are ladies that will chat with you but if you want to be quiet and relax, they are very respectful. read more

Be Polished Nails - Great selection of nail polish. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Marcos, California

Great Salon For a no nonsense manicure pedicure... Be prepared to wait... I have waited anywhere from five minutes to an hour with or without an appointment. They do a great job and they have great attention to their detail so it is definitely worth the wait. I brought the gems from home and they were more than willing to Help with the nail art that I wanted. read more

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I have been getting gel manicures from Lani for 8 years now. Within those 8 years I did take a few breaks and tried different salons in the area and Escondido, but I always end up coming back. It is very difficult to find a good nail person. I get gel done every 2 to 3 weeks and Lani ALWAYS delivers. Vivian is also great at acrylics. Mostly anyone does a great job with my pedicures but I'm not picky when it comes to that. This salon is very clean but always busy. If you cannot wait, make an appointment or call ahead. I really wish they would find a bigger place with more chairs but it probably wouldn't be the same. I know that they recently went up in price but they're still very reasonable. read more

Phenomenal Nail Service!!!! This is the ONLY place to come to have your nails done. I drive from Mission Valley just to see Lani and her fabulous staff. This nail salon is committed to excellence and superb customer service. I am genuinely impressed with the attention to detail and friendly atmosphere, each time I've visited. I am a picky person when it comes to my personal maintenance. I'd rather do it myself than pay someone for a job I'll find fault in later. This place is the only place in San Marcos, that has not disappointed me on all visits. Each visit I'm treated in the same courteous manner and the technician will not rush the job. I've never found a flaw with the services I've received. I love the attention to detail. The price is very reasonable, the shop is welcoming and clean. read more

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Today I came here for the third time, and I will not be returning. This is the second time I have made an appointment where they did not even begin to help me until 45 minutes after my scheduled appointment. The lady who did my nails tried to go so fast that she cut me not once, but TWICE, and made me bleed both times. She did not apologize, but just said "it'd be ok" and it's "not a lot of blood". I complained to the owner about my cuts and the appointment time running 45 minutes late, and her response was "what am I supposed to do, I don't have medicine".... What?!?!? Not only did they make sores on my feet but the polish and pedicure looks horrible. Side note: I went to get a fill there two weeks before and within a week, three of my acrylics had popped off! When they asked me if I wanted to get my nails done, I mentioned that last time three popped off only a few days after my fill and she said "you must have hit them on something. Your fault"... They were rude and unapologetic for making me bleed twice and making me wait around. Save yourself the frustration, pain and money and go somewhere else!!! read more

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I inquired with the business owner by phone to try and discreetly remedy this situation instead of in front of all the clientele. My finger throbbed from pain all day and had to wear flip-flops so that my toe didn't have the same experience. I was told to come in and show her what was wrong. I did that, and in front of everyone there was told that 'it happens' and 'you're fine'. It was like an open panel discussion with every person that was there. So on top of the public humiliation, I was also refused a refund. The entire experience was incredibly insulting and unprofessional. Quoting their website: 'Your satisfaction is all that matters.' This is most definitely not the case. I guess quantity overcomes quality when all you're looking at are dollar signs. I understand mistakes happen, but when your business is specifically manicures and pedicures and a (previous) loyal client is cut and bleeds (more than once) - this is not okay and should not be disregarded. Especially if you take a look at previous reviews - I am not the first person this has happened too. read more

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This is my go to nail place! 8/10 times they do a great job! The wait is very long. About a hour + every time I go in, sometimes even if I have an appointment, but it's worth the wait. There are a couple ladies that don't pay enough attention to detail and rush so the nails don't turn out perfect (im very picky and like a natural look) but if you ask for Lanny, Lisa, or Sandy you won't be disappointed! Today I got a fill from Lanny and its the best set yet! Very impressed. read more

Be Polished Nails - Fill by Lanny. Color Ferrari Red! Perfect for Spring - Nail Salons Near Me - San Marcos, California

I've been on a mission to find an awesome pedicure artist who is good with designs. I'm picky and blinged out nail art is must; most nail salons instantly ask if you want a flower. That bores me to tears. This place had over 200 reviews; that's a lot for a nail salon in north county. That said, I had to give them a try. As a walk-on, I waited less then 10 minutes. That was awesome. My nail artist did a fantastic job on my pedicure. She was very thorough and I like that. The only problem was that I don't speak Vietnamese, so there was a huge language barrier. Since she didn't speak any English, and I don't speak Vietnamese, it was extremely difficult explaining that I wanted "blinged out art". And, because this place is truly over-the-top busy, no one was willing to translate for either of us. That was so frustrating! Clearly the ladies in this nail salon are aware that this particular nail artist does not speak English. That said, I would think they would be accessible to assist her with English speaking customers. Sadly, this was not my experience. I 100% loved my pedicure. In fact, I would love to become a regular to this particular nail artist. However, because of the huge language barrier, I am hesitant to use her again. I will absolutely return, but next time I will request someone who speaks at lease some English and is awesome with nail art. read more

Be Polished Nails - Busy busy busy - Nail Salons Near Me - San Marcos, California

Penny is the best! I've been coming here consistently for the past two months! She always does a fantastic job! If you want anything done ask for penny! read more