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Beauty Nails

4.2 (97 reviews)
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Manicure

Manicure and pedicure

Nail fill-in

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Angela L.

Could've painted my nails better myself. They're pretty cheap ($18 for a manicure) but you get what you pay for.

Acrylic coffin medium length French tips with gold bling on one finger.
Chalisa P.

First, I WILL BE GOING BACK. I have to look so hard to find a nail salon I like, since I'm pretty picky about design details. I'm a fashionista with ADHD, so I'm fidgeting and looking at my nails all day every day. I want them to look good from every angle, but even expensive salons are hit or miss. I tipped big bc I got waaay more than I paid for. Here's what I got in the 1 hour I spent at Beauty Nails: 1) A GREAT CONVO with the owner (cute shoes and outfit btw) named Kim, who is the sweetest! She's just a very kind person and I loved hearing her stories. 2) DETAILS DETAILS. I prefer fairly simple designs, but I like it to look modern, minimal, and beautiful. I've had so many acrylic manis that looked awful if I looked at the underside of my nails. Similarly, my 5 little gold gems were placed with painstaking precision and glitter nicely in the light as I type this. 3) GOOD SHAPE. I hate when my acrylics are filed crooked and when I ask them to fix, it's still crooked. Didn't even have to ask bc they started so even! She takes her time to give you a beautiful design. 4) GOOD VIBES. That is the #1 thing that makes me a repeat customer. When the energy is just so good I wanna come back for more. I will put up with okay details if there are good vibes, and okay vibes if there are good details, but this is the best of both worlds!

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Sheri T.

I called for a last minute appointment and was quickly accommodated. I wasn't sure what I wanted other than pink and white nails with designs. The owner helped me to design a cute heart theme and I love them! She was super sweet and sent me home with apples from her tree. I will absolutely be returning! Excellent customer service!

Violetta B.

So kind friendly and what artistry! Helps keeps nails beautiful and healthy. Very relaxing and healing experience all around...

Moon helped pick shape that complements my tan, stubby fingers :-) Kim shaped it 'medium' and kept it look and feel natural.
Moria W.

Happy with shape and color. Well lit, relaxing ambiance. Delightful, friendly and funny manicurists. Had a great time getting mani. I spent under $40 for gel, the price is average. I'm also self-conscious about my tan, stubby fingers. Moon helped me shape and choose a practical style that suits my hand, based on what I do. I like the personalization. This is very helpful since I'm generally indecisive when it comes to getting mani done. Also, it's a confidence booster. Also, Kim is meticulous at applying the gel on my nails. They're smooth and follow my natural curve. While waiting for my nails to cure, she also gives me some tips to make them last longer. You just can't rush this critical period so they can set and don't chip. I waited an additional two minutes to let them really set. I'd come back to try out different styles and textures. Think I found my go-to mani.

Acrylic gel polish manicure
Jeanette M.

My nails needed fixing! I previously got my nails done elsewhere and the lady who I go to is out of town for weeks! I couldn't wait anymore, so called Kim at Beauty Nail and fit me right in as a last minute appointment she really made me feel comfortable and welcomed. She has confidence that she can do a better job than the last nail tech I had- she wasn't wrong. I'll be coming to Kim from now on, I already booked my pedicure for next week

Neloffer E.

I wish they could renovate or relocate to a better location because the owners are amazing! The service here was great! I told them I don't have much time but I need a mani and a color change on my nails. The owner started on my pedi and the other lady started on my hands at the same time, which was great since they were so understanding. They did an amazing job on my feet and hands, but they lose a star because of how run down and unsanitary this place is. As much as I would like to go again because of the service and great job they did but sadly they don't keep the place clean! Nails on the floor, dusty all over, and some of the tools were on the floor. They don't provide sandals to wear when finished with a pedi so I had to walk on their dirty carpet to get to the nail station! Yuckkkkk! I just wanted to go home and pour bleach on my feet!!!! I won't be going again because that kind of dirty I can't deal with!

Linda B.

Well this is my new nail shop. Great mani and pani. Very professional and kind and they hooked my eyebrows up today.

Kim did the French tip with cotton candy polish and glitter line love them.
Elaine S.

I love this salon the people are friendly and they do a good job. Kim alway makes sure we're comfortable and get in and out in a timely manner. Kim alway makes us feel like family. Thank you

First time to this Nail Salon and Kim did my nails. She is the sweetest person ever! She did an amazing job, asked her for a specific design and she did it just like the picture! Bonus: because it was my bday the next day she offered a bday gift so if it's your bday, expect a little something from Kim. Highly recommend!

Full set of acrylics with gel
Nuna A.

I had the greatest experience at Beauty Nails! Appointment only, so I was the only customer. The ladies were so sweet and so fun! I got a full set of acrylics and a gel set pedicure. I received a massage with each and it was so lovely. I'll be coming back soon!! Thank you ladies!

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Kamesha F.

I have been coming here to get my manicure, pedicure, eyebrows and occasionally lashes done for the past 3 years. I would recommend this nail salon if you live in the downtown Oakland area, or if you're in town. Kim has a Beautiful personality, is very friendly and loving. Kim, Moon and Hi are my good friends and always treat me like family. Blessings, love and light to this place. Thanks again.

Tee K.

Always quality service. I've gone to all the local shops and they're by far the best.

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Miss Kim was awesome she made me feel comfortable and at home she did a great job on my nails love you Miss Kim

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This place is very clean and professional. So friendly service. I wanna stay a long time in massages chair.

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Excellent manicure- great attention to detail and nice hand/arm massage. Friendly service. Covid clean and safe atmosphere.

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this place was terrible i went there in the evening (5:30) i went in to have powder removed and…read morecontinue with a mani/petti. my natural nails are extremely long and strong. the wax removal process started with the technician using the electric tool she says to remove the top coat. she then brought me 2 small bowls full,of acetone and told me to stick my fingers in. my response was wheres the aluminum foil and cotton that's what i'm familiar with. her response this is a better way. after soaking my nails in acetone for at least 10 minutes my skins turning dry (white) up to my knuckles. she drysc my hands. she grabs the electric tool and gets ready to file my nail after being in acetione for 10 minutes. i say no more electric tool. her response was what you want me to do! how about filing it's what technicians do. i've broken 3 nails since yesterday, as i stated my natural nails are super strong. i walked out of there totally dissatisfied, uhearded and racially exploited . , , no apologies and continually dismissive if, i had a dog i would'nt send them there for grooming my nails are sick and not in a good way. and i have a rash on both arms from acetone drying me out. they suck. response: say what you want about your shop procedures. the key word is "emory board", "not a filing "electric tool on (my) natural nails, then immerse my nails my hands in two bowls filled with acetone. the skin under my nails, and the top of my nails are still irritated and sensitive. ive been receiving mani petti to acrylic nails since the 1970's i dont need you to explain procedures to me yiu should also "google" immersing your skin in acetone. my suggestion to your shop "cotton balls, acetone, and aluminum foil. better tell the other patrons what you want. your shop sucks and your response is indicative of that. good bye. may we never meet again. Research: hands in pure acetone for 15 minutes is unsafe and unnecessary. Acetone is a harsh solvent that damages skin, nails, and periungual tissues and can cause systemic effects with prolonged exposure. Safer, evidence-based steps and precautions follow.

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TLDR; I enjoyed my experience. Taim (spelling?) did an excellent job and I love my nails…read more I called on Monday, and I was able to schedule an appointment for same day, at 5:30. I arrived at 5:30, and was seen at 5:40. I wish communication about running late had been more upfront, but I also understand that they were busy. Taim was very thorough and kept checking in with me while she shaped my nails (short almond with a couple square shorties) and cleaned up my cuticles. I really appreciated her time and effort. She also did a lovely massage. The color selection is good, and I love that they had the color I was looking for. I don't think I would come here for cat eye since it seems like they only do the line (per other reviews). I look forward to going back in the future.

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