I wanted to get gel x done but the new owner Kayla? She recommended there's a new technique for gel x dip. Never heard of it but I have it a go. It's definitely not your typical gel x tips glued under the uv light . It's a gel that sits on top of your nail tip and she will pat it down as if it was acrylic powder. It did came out good but I prefer the nails not too thick for my taste. read more

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$10 to take off one hand only of gel color with an electric filer leaving your nails like paper. Just an FYI better off getting a manicure read more

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I got my nails done by the owner of the nail salon , I went in like two hours before closing time wanting a certain design (second pic) . She starts telling me that she wouldn't be able to do the big flower but the rest of the designs she could . She started doing the french tips but i didn't like that my nail was see through cause she used a clear pink base instead of a darker pink colored gel , I even asked if she can just paint the bottom of my nail to try to achieve the pink nail base . She started getting upset that i was being picky about it because it was gonna be closing time soon . She started saying that if i don't want a see through look that I should just do my nails a solid color . Like a dumb as I just agreed because I felt bad that it was almost closing time . Whole time , I could swear she was talking shîț in her language to the guy that works there , complaining that I was asking for too much or something since they wanted to go home already . You go to these places to get serviced by them and they want to complain about how you want your service done that YOU'RE PAYING FOR . She ended up giving me plain solid short gel x nails and they still charged me $75 for these basic as nails I paid like a dumb as lmao . Got hella scammed . Never going to this place again . Don't recommend at all . read more

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LOVEEEEEEE ! the owners are the best ! it's nice and clean ! i get my eyebrows done here and they always do me right ! i love it here ! definitely recommend! :) read more

Took my girlfriend to this nail salon and it's the nicest customer service and they do an amazing job it's my go to now. read more

Chic Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

I did 26 years of construction installing custom mirrors and shower doors and my feet took a major beating. Pinched big toenails on both feet so I get hangnails if I cut them wrong. I'm a big guy over 300lbs and it can get painful if I cut them wrong. The ladies here have helped me so much and atmosphere and service is great. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and will continue to come here for their work. read more

The owners and staff are great people. While they do your nail to perfection, you can count on a conversation and laugh.This place has great prices and blows away the competitors. I wouldn't go any place else. read more

Thought I would try this place since it's close to home and I was not disappointed. I went in for a fill. I asked if she could match up my color, cut down and more of an oval shape rather than Stilleto/Almond that I had. I Love Them! I also received an eye brow wax and she could see that my skin was sensitive so used alcohol and aloe Vera afterwards. This is my new go to nail place! read more

Chic Nails - Fill, new shape and cut down. Perfect powder color match - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

I went this past Saturday on a recommendation from my mom. I went around 11 am. Celine (the owner) was working on someone's nails and told me to go back at 12:15. So I did. She didn't seat me until almost 1 because she was doing a different clients eyelashes. Once I was seated she started working. I had to get a new set so her taking my current set off was expected. What I didn't expect was for her to take her break and eat while I was sitting with my fingers in an acetone bowl. She took about 20 mins. HOWEVER, putting all of that aside, she was very friendly and did an excellent job. I got dip powder for the first time and she shaped them just the way I like them. I just wish I didn't have to wait such a long time. I will try this place again and asking for Celine again as well. Definitely making an appointment next time though. She did mention Monday thru Thursday they take appointments only and Fri thru Sunday they only do walk-ins. read more

Chic Nails - Gold dip powder by Celine. - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

Not ever coming here again. The wait time is so long and they charge for every little thing. I got a short basic full set and they charged me $60! when it was supposed to be $45. Don't recommend this place at all. read more

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The owner Celine always does an amazing job on my brows!! Friendly staff highly recommend!!

!!!UNDER NEE MANAGEMENT!!!! Open late great to have someone open when I get off work of on the weekends. Good music playing but most importantly great service! Waited a while but worth it!! Tiffany did a great job was gentle and a perfectionist! I LOVE MY NAILS!!! Just wanted to test places around my new area since I'm coming from Alhambra looks like I found my new place. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Chic Nails - Rock N Rose gel color - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

One star to many. This is the worst place and bad attitude especially the owner n the the man. 5 of us went in for 3 full sets 2 manicures n 5 pedicures They gave my daughter one price then added another 10 dollars after they started. The owner told my daughter if she wants her nails done there then she pays what they want to charge rude needless to say that we wont b going back there again. My 6 year old granddaughter was watching a tv show while waiting she was singing to it n they turned the tv station There rude, to expensive n unprofessional n do crappy work. Would not want to take of my dogs nails read more

Love Love love this place! The owner and her husband are the coolest couple ever and my nails always look amazing. I got my nails done for my birthday and wow did I love them! They lasted 3 weeks and I was still able to touch up the polish and keep them for an extra week Lol The ambiance, the work and the overall experience is great at Chic nails! read more

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Wonderful Job(: I have been to dozens of Nails places trying to find one that's just right but somehow they all seem to disappoint me. I cannot say anything bad about chic nails and their new owners! EVERYTHING WAS FABULOUS! The owners and their staff were very friendly and talkative. I will definitely be back and I will recommend them to my family and friends! My eyebrows came out great and I loved my full set and pedicure read more

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Customer service has improved so much here as well as the quality. I walked in a not so busy Friday and got a square full set with gel, came out to 32$ Good looking nails for a low price ? I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Chic Nails - Color #418 (square shape full set) These are 1 week old Ask for Linda. - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

I came in to get a gel manicure and a pedicure Literally the next day 3 of my nails were already chipped, I went back so they could fix them and they did with no problem. 3 days later the whole paint came off my nail like the gel lifted. Super disappointed in the job they did, my pedicure didn't last long either.. 40 bucks down the drain. read more

The NEW MANAGEMENT/OWNERS, Celine and Calvin are amazing. Let me start by saying that as soon as you walk in, they make you feel so welcomed. They offer you water and make you feel comfortable. The old management was horrible!!!!! So I left 2 years ago and never came back.... I got my nails done by Celine, she had great conversation and such a nice person. Lee did my pedicure and she did amazing. Calvin walked over introduced himself. Super family oriented environment. They're employees are also friendly. I am so glad I came here , my new spot to go too! read more

I really felt rushed. And if there is one think I Hate is paying for a service and not getting serviced. I came here to bring my niece because she likes their acrylic work. They rush the job of the pedicure I had. Leaving my edges with nail polish and not letting them sort of dry before putting my sandals on. I recommend getting more workers that way they can focus on the customer in front of them verses rushing because have three waiting for service. read more

Chic Nails - Worst ever - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

I make the 15-20 minute drive because Julie is here now. I get my toes done and they're sexy to be shown off again for summer. My full set nails I can either get from May or Xiu. Both of them do great jobs and I can relax and not be worried about getting my fingers mangled. read more

First of all, the greeting from the lady owner as you come in is very welcoming. It is my third time there since the new ownership and post pandemic. I usually have a hard time finding someone who can work with my toe nails, cut them straight and clean them well but here I found Kim. She is very thorough and takes her time. She is also very sweet. Thank you Kim read more

As far as distance from my house to here, no salon can beat it. The first time I got my nails done here, it was HELLA packed. I didn't wait too long but all the chairs were taken and all the employees were REALLY busy. Well I felt hella rushed by them because they were having lots of customers and like, i wanted a full fill, they did french tip instead... like WTF?! I don't usually get mad at any workers so I just dropped it. Second time, I came with my mom for a pedi-pedi. IT WAS LIKE EMPTY. I was really happy since it was my mom's first time getting her pedi. And like, they actually listened to me and didn't rush. And now my toes look all squeaky clean. Word of advice: If they tell you "french tip is better, it look nicer, more feminine" and you don't want a french tip, just tell them straight out "I don't want a french tip, but thank you though" cause they're really at it. You don't wanna pay extra for that shit. Anyways, also watch "Nail Salon Anjelah Johnson" you will know EXACTLY what I mean. hahaha!! Well overall, it was alright, as long as my toes look like a celebrity's... I'm good with that. Manicure $10, Pedicure = $12 read more

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I have been going to this salon for more than a year now due to it's location being closed to my work. So it's convenient for me to go here during my lunch break. My wait has never been more than 15 minutes; whatever my service may be. Anyway, the employees do okay on the services. So far, I've tried manicure, pedicure, gel application, and eye brows waxing. Sometimes they rush doing your mani and pedi; which makes you feel like they are not doing such a great job. But in the end, they clean your nails very well. It's just the nail painting that can sometimes be a problem. But may it also varies on the time you go; if they are busy, of course they are not going to take a lot of time on you. The lady that has done my eyebrows for the past couple of times is Julie. She did an awesome job. I don't have the prettiest brows. I have very thin and uneven eyebrows. But she really makes it look a lot better, I love it! The owner, when she's around, is friendly. Though sometimes can also be hasty. But she's nice and even gives out cold bottled water :) Small gestures like these make good customer service and definitely makes clients like me on coming back. One negative is probably the talking / screaming of the employees almost the entire time you're in the salon. But they are working, and also needs time to pass by fast. However, the way they communicate is in a different language and louder than usual :/ read more

Chic Nails - Interior salon setting - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

So incredibly expensive they ended up charging me double than what they have posted on the sign. And way more than what they originally said the price was. They take forever and wife and husband get easily distracted. They stop for a few seconds multiple times just to watch TV it took the guy close to 2 hrs for a full set! It's a shame. They act nice and welcoming until you speak up or you question the price $80 for a full set French tip and a heart design on both ring fingers is ridiculous they couldn't justify the pricing and it doesn't add up. I paid but will never come back even if it's so convenient and literally 3 min away I rather drive to my old place. read more

Under new management! Celine and Calvin are amazing! Celine has done my eyelashes 2 times and look flawless! They normally last 2 weeks. Calvin has been doing my nails, he is also very detailed and does an amazing job! Everyone is so nice, make you feel welcome every time. Love that they remember my name! Prices are very affordable for their amazing work! I highly recommend Chic Nails! Thank you Celine and Calvin! read more

Under new management! Wow this place is a hidden GEM!! This nail salon is my new go to. Staff is so friendly and even better, they are so detailed in their work. I ALWAYS leave happy! Walk in, or appointment I always get in and out fast and looking beautiful. Love them! Always recommend to my friends and family... unlike other nail salons in the area. read more

I loved this place! First time here. The owner, was super friendly and accommodating. I walked in and was attended immediately with a smile and promptly asked how can they help. I got a regular pedicure and a gel manicure. The pedicure was done by the owner and she was GOOD!! I had an ingrown toe nail and it was amazing how she knew and removed it. The manicure was done by Stephanie, my nails look great. I haven't pampered myself and it was my first time out since appx 5 months ago since my baby was born and let me tell you "I loved my experience and will be back again." read more

I walked in with no appointment and they took me in right away. As the lady was doing my nails a woman with a baby and a toddler came in. Her gel had crack from her pedicure she got done yesterday. The technician who did her nails was off. So the lady attending me stopped and assisted her. She didn't bother asking me if I was okay with her attend to the lady right away. The lady thanked me and I told her it was fine :) She came back to attending me and I left like she was in a hurry to finish my nails. I do appreciate the fact she asked me if I wanted my nails "round" almond shaped or "pointy" like stilettos. I was starting to have some hope my nails would come out nice. Unfortunately she cut me while shaping my nails and didn't acknowledge my request to have my nails a little shorter. The length she gave me is fine but since I type a lot at work it's a bother to have them long. Eventually she started using nail polishes remover and I asked kindly if she could not use nail polish remover over the cut she gave me. Sadly she didn't listen to my request and I had to bit my tongue because it was painful. She painted my nails so badly I came in to treat myself and not just throw my money away. I practically wasted $35 for a set of acrylics with gel polish. Please do NOT waste your money here! I came out of that salon so disappointed. read more

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When I saw the "Under New Management" sign a week ago, i hesitated to give them a try. I been coming to Chic Nails since it first open over 10 years ago. I always had great service and adored the owner, Mai. Despite the decline in CS and quality of work from some of the worker in the recent years, I still come back because of Mai and several of her long time workers. Between me and my sisters, i decided to be the brave one to go in today. Initially, I was shock by the new face lift of the whole store, which btw was badly needed. When I saw Mai, I was relieved, but what really impressed me was the very personal greeting from Celine and her husband. It wasnt one of those screaming across the room greeting that i am used to, they actually got up, approached me and greeted and escorted me to my throne- I mean spa chair. I was nervous and somewhat uneasy at first, because you dont expect this kind of service ever... previous customers know what i am talking about. After seated, they made sure I was comfortable, handed me a bottle of water, and Mai (my all time fav) started on my pedi and Celine (my new fav) jumped in to do my mani. Celine and her husband are the new owner and their personalities are outstanding. They still have 4 workers. BUT the infamous one, which been much talked about in recent reviews is no longer there. Celine is very approachable and paitence. She is very sweet, local and extremely relatable. You'd be glad to know her English is excellent, so communication will not be an issue. I came in with a fully charged phone thinking I would be spending my time browsing on my phone but she was too friendly and talkative. Oh yes, thats the other thing, none of the worker were glued to their phone, no interuption and no tv blasting in the background. She makes sure that you are her priority and is very apologetic if she have to step away for a split second. I know with her now running the place things will be alot better especially customer service, which I know alot of people had concern about. Celine and her husband are working very hard to revive the place and turn around the reputation. Anyone who had bad experiences in the past, I highly encourage you to come back and give them a try again. Any new customer, ignore the old reviews. Proof is in the more recent ones. Everyone is raving about the new management and you will be too. I will miss having Mai running the place, but I welcomw the new changes. It's a guarantee that i will continue to come back! read more

So in love with my nails! Best service, friendly staff made me feel so welcomed and knew exactly how I wanted my nails to come out. This was a special time I got my nails done for my wedding and I can say I am beyond grateful to leave the shop a happy bride to be! Definitely recommending this nails shop to my friends and family. read more

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The new management took a whole new turn on this place ! Very polite , they make you feel very welcome compared to before i loveeeee how Celine did my nails ! PLUS her eye brow threading is on point ! . i really recommend this spot . You won't regret it read more

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As a patron I just had asked for two requests & questions 1. Was if they can do my pedicure in a bucket, because I didn't want to use the spa. 2. That I wanted to use my own nail filer. So the bucket wasn't available, I said okay that's fine, I'll use the spa. So as for my 2nd request the employee became extremely bothered because I had asked to use my nail filer. Her demeanor was very rude and all I wanted was to use my own nail filer because of the fungus it is very contagious and I know that their nail filer is never really washed properly, that they would keep reusing it repeatedly so that's why brought my own. I've never seen someone do a fast as pedicure in my life! She wanted me out of there so quick, she didn't even clean very well. So I thought to myself maybe me asking for these request bothered her so I asked for her name and I had told her I am deeply sorry that you got bothered by my request and I told her the whole fungus contagious nail filer thing and it seemed like an apology really didn't do much she became more angry. I thought I apologizing would be the least I can do but I guess apologies don't work for everyone. Sorry not sorry , I guess. read more

Chic Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

I've been coming to this salon for almost a year. I was sad to they were closed for remodeling and I was forced to go elsewhere but WOW!!! I was back today and holy cow what a difference! Everything looks all nice and new. Customer service is amazing and my favorite part they have staff there that speak my language too it was so nice to have the girls translate for the Spanish speaking clients. I didn't get the guys name who did my nails but he did an Amazing job and he let me know he likes to take his time. I can't wait to be back. read more

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This is a great nail spot!! Great nails, great service and good prices! If you didn't like how it looks you tell them right away and they fix it for you with out a problem! read more

Chic Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - South El Monte, California

Great customer service, the workers are really attentive and they make sure you leave with a smile on your face

Was referred by a friend since there is a new management and honestly it's my go to nail place now! Great service and community friendly

Yelp says they are open until 8. I called to confirm they were open until 8 and they saId yes. I arrived at 6:55 on a Thursday just to be told they could not take me because they were closed. Very disappointed! Management should update their hours and also inform their staff so everyone is on the same page. read more

First time coming here and I liked the service . The girls are friendly and I did not get my nails done but there is a guy here who does nails and I was looking at the girls who would get their nails done with him and they look nice, with glitter and all . i will def be coming back and I recommend this place. Didn't have to wait too much which was a plus. read more

FINALLY SNS Dipping is here in El Monte if you don't know what SNS Dipping on nails is YOU TUBE it this is something I'm using and I'm super super excited about and has of now Chic nails is the only ones who have it and know how to use it !!! , CHIC NAILS is also under New management !!!a young and Hip couple who are now the new owners have done a facelift to the place and looks great what a difference !!!! And they speak fluent in both languages which is a Plus .... super excited thank you Selene I'm in love with my SNS ! read more

I don't have patience and don't have time waiting around. So I always make appointments. This has been my go to for pedis with Mindy but I've noticed lately that even with appointments you still have to wait. Today was the last straw, if you have a client with a appointment @ 6, why the heck would you start working on someone else @ 6! No thank you, im not waiting 30-45 mins for you to be done with someone you just started on my appointment time. read more