Thank you again, Helen! I came in for a fill since my last set was about a month ago. It felt so nice that she remembered me from my previous appointment, especially since this was only my second time coming in. She pays attention to detail, as she took the time to read my review and made slight adjustments, like making the apex thicker for better structure. Definitely book with her :) read more

Blooming Nails - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

TLDR; more affordable place to get a gel manicure but come with an open mind. Staff are nice but you must bring up issues to them early on (before you put in UV light). Details: Made a same day reservation online for gel x removal (set from another place) and gel manicure but ended up changing the manicure to have gel builder so my nails can still be as strong. I had Quy as my nail artist and he was overall good but needed some help. The removal process was different than what I'm used to. After shaving off the coating, he soaked my hands in a cup of acetone and repeated that for about 3-4 times. After each soak, he would wipe my hands with a paper towel which was interesting. This process took about 30 or so minutes. After that, he cut, filed and shaped my nails. My nails were just long enough to have them almond as I asked but he shaped them pretty round. I had to ask him again to make them more pointy. I also asked if we could use gel builder instead of regular gel so my nails can stay strong and he confused that by thinking I needed extensions to put the gel builder on top. Just as he said he should I do dip powder instead, thankfully his coworker let him know he can use gel builder as a base too so we were able to continue. I will say, this is where his gel experience started to show because he would paint my each hand then put it in the UV light to cure/dry. If you've done gel before, you'd know that 1-2 fingers can be painted and dried at a time so it's a long and tedious process. But it's necessary so that each finger is dried properly to apply the next coat and doesn't get messed up string the application because they're still wet. I think he wasn't aware of that and just wanted to be quick and efficient. But 1 minute for the entire hand to dry was not enough and my coat was still tacky. I raised it to him and he said it's fine which ended up not when it came to the end. He was flexible whenever I asked for thin French tip design and when I asked for a charm midway but not too late. He did the French tip pretty well but i noticed he didn't connect the end lines higher like other salons I've been so that if you see a side view of the nails, you'd see a gap, especially when it grows out. I pointed it out to him and he tried correcting but I just let it go - it's a very minute detail. After that, he applied top coat which I was surprised because we hadn't done the charm yet. I'm used to the charms and designs being applied first and then you cure it and then top coat it. And as expected he worked on one hand at a time it was still tacky after curing. When it came to the charm, a different staff member applied it for me. They have a variety of charms which is nice. But their application was a little sus for me. They don't apply top coat over the charm - just at the base so the charm is exposed and unprotected and got caught in clothing. They also don't realize you cannot put the entire hand and twist it for the thumb to cure. My charm slide off while curing because of the hand position, so they head to start over which became messy. I honestly would only come back for a simple design and gel manicure. read more

Blooming Nails - They can do French tip and they have charms - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

Helen was great but unfortunately I won't be returning as they do not honor appointment. Disappointed as I felt I was a good client and always tipped above and beyond. I noticed a few other reviews where they will take a walk in even though someone has an appointment. Five stars for Helen but won't be coming back. read more

Blooming Nails - I love the flat thin application. I'm personally not a fan of a huge apex even though they serve a purpose. - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Blooming Nail is the only nail salon I would recommend to anyone who asks. My nails still look beautiful even after a month--they last so long, just grown out a bit. The staff here are also very sweet and friendly. It will always be my go-to place! read more

Blooming Nails - Dipping - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

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My first time coming to Blooming nails. Not the best experience.Got gel nail polish. Gel was not evenly applied. There are spots where it's really thick and parts that are missing gel. She also over trimmed my cuticle area leaving it looking rough. There are also little spots of leftover color from the last gel that was on my nail. Overall not a good experience. read more

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Just moved to burlingame area in July 2025 and been coming here since they do such a great job and accommodating! I really love the pedicures here and gel manicure - lasts so long read more

Such a good place to get your nails done, they are beyond nice and such good people to do your nails they do a good job and take the time to make it look to your expectations . read more

So happy this place has new owners! It used to be cosmo nails, now it's called BLOOMING NAILS! I just got dipped nails and gel pedicure and I love it. The staff are super friendly and experienced. They did an amazing job. The place got a beautiful face lift, the ambience is super nice and clean. This will be my go to every two weeks. read more

Not a great experience - walked in a few mins before 10 for my appointment and they took two walk ins before me. I waited 15 mins. A guy arrived and started doing my nails and absolutely rushed through it - really rough on my cuticles, ended up with lumpy gel nails and uneven edges (didn't have any sort of brush with nail polish remover etc.) Asked him to fix my thumb that was especially lumpy, and he rushed through that as well, didn't actually fix it. Wasn't the worst manicure I've ever gotten but probably would not return. read more

Blooming Nails - Uneven nail polish - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Always go to Helen she does an amazing job! I love the service provided and this is my second time coming here :) I will be coming back! read more

Blooming Nails - Always go to Helen, she does an amazing job! I love the service provided :) - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

I was recommended this salon from my sister in law over 2 years ago and this has become my new nail home. Helen does my nails and she pays close attention to detail and I am always so love with my nails. When she's not in I still come for an appointment because all her staff is amazing and talented, I highly recommend for a peaceful relaxing nail service. read more

Blooming Nails - Got my acrylic removed and hard gel on my natural nails to start growing them out again. LOVE - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

I've been going to Helen for a few years now and when I first met her I knew she would be the one I will ALWAYS go to. Proud of her that she opened her own shop!! She has so much talent and one of the sweetest person on earth . She is the only one I trust with my nails!!! Blooming nails so welcoming inside and the staff is so sweet and friendly ... you will always find parking I never had an issue. If you want amazing designs and great service this is the place to go too! read more

Blooming Nails - Chrom tips - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

This was my first time here as I have been looking for a new nail salon. You can book an appointment online or just walk in. I had booked an appointment online but I had showed up earlier and they accommodated me right away as they weren't busy at the time. My experience with Helen and Yen, was great. My nails were shorter and not as well maintained as I usually keep them but Helen and Yen was able to work with what I had. She has a good selection of gel colors, her prices are reasonable which is what drew me in and her salon looks clean. I will definitely be a returning customer! read more

Blooming Nails - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

Too long overdue of a review! I love Yen and all of the Blooming crew with their great service, cleanliness and especially timeliness. It's my usual regiment to get a dip mani and a gel pedi every 3 weeks...I'm addicted! Love seeing Yen and encourage everyone to stop by for a great service too read more

The service is unmatched. It's clean, it's beautiful inside (especially with the new remodel.) complimentary beverages, and the ladies and gentleman (I've only seen one) are so efficient. I personally go to Donna (she just takes such great care of me) but I know for a fact that I've seen the other nail techs do great work. Support local! read more

Blooming Nails - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

Pretty fast service & accepts walk-ins. There were only two people working here when I came. I just got a manicure with regular nail polish. The place is very clean, doesn't smell too heavily of acetone/polish. Most of the nail polish here is OPI brand which I love! read more

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It's so hard to find really great nail salons these days but I'm so glad I found this one! Helen and everyone there are so sweet. They always make you feel so comfortable and always beat my expectations for my nail sets/pedis. I recommend to anyone read more

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WOW! Talk about Great Costumer Service, Friendly Staff who is quick efficient and detail oriented. I usually just get a gel manicure but decided to try a dip manicure plus a nail extension. I am so Happy with the results, Oanh has such great taste and is great with designs/ nail art. Apart from having great taste I felt like I can just sit back and relax while she did her magic, I let her take the lead with the design and left a very happy costumer. I will be a returning costumer without a doubt read more

loved my nails did a great job but was a little pricey and my lady kinda nicked me over all I thought it was a nice experience read more

Blooming Nails - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

staff is super nice and have amazing attention to details when it comes to recreating inspo pics read more

Blooming Nails - burgundy french tips - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

The staff is amazing. I've followed Yen from Daly City and it was the best experience I have had with nail services. Very professional and e

Everything looks good. My nails amazing! People are nice and friendly and would come back read more

Blooming Nails - Everything looks perfect. I love it . I will come back - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

My go-to nail salon in all of Burlingame! I only trust Yen to do my manicure. Highly recommend- I've tried almost every salon and this is the best! My gel manicure lasts double the amount of time too! read more

Got my gel-x set done here and it looks amazing. Cat eye gel tips with designs and charms. Price was decent and service was great.

The service is 10/10 they were so nice to me and they ask me if I want drink or no.Now I'm obsessed with my nails thank you so much read more

Blooming Nails - Nails - Nail Technicians Near Me - Burlingame, California

I love it here! All the nail techs do a really good job. The place is very cute and clean and they have a wonderful selection of nail polishes and gels. read more

The service here is amazing! The shop is so clean. Went with my mom and sister and they were so welcoming. We will be going here every month now. read more