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Creative Nails

4.4 (169 reviews)
ModerateNail Salons
Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Services - Creative Nails

Nail fill-in

Toe nail fill-in

Hand nail fill-in

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Hand and toe nail fill-in

Manicure

Manicure and pedicure

Pedicure

Nail polish change

Toe polish change

Hand polish change

Hand and toe polish change

Nail polish removal

Toe polish removal

Hand polish removal

Hand and toe polish removal

Nail repair

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builder gel and DND rose petals by my queen HELEN
C M.

I've been getting builder gel nails by Helen since I moved to Santa Barbara and she crushes it every time. They never lift and literally last 5 weeks! My appointment time is always honored and I can even get one same day when needed. It's clear that all the nail techs in this place work so hard to do high quality nails.

ombré nails

Despite being a physically small salon, Creative Nails has great service, prices and skilled staff. I was recommended the salon by a customer I met at work, and after going myself a few times it's my go to place. I always get a poly-gel fill and it costs about 70-90 depending on my design

Nails
Sarah M.

It's my first time going to this place the vibe was very calming. I am so happy with my nails

Dip Nails on top of my natural nails. Done by Helen. Sunlight capture :)
Angela R.

There's a reason why this place is called Creative Nails! If you're looking to get fancy and artsy with your nails, then this is the place to book your appointment. I did my research on yelp and decided to come here based on the wonderful reviews and pictures. I am so happy that I did! This place is small yet functional and inviting when you walk in. I was kindly greeted and quickly seated at my station which was nice. In my past experience, I have had to wait 10-15 minutes in other nail salons, even with an appointment! It could be that it was a weekday, but in any case I was happy to be taken care of right away. I chose dip powder on my natural nails with design. Helen was my nail technician, and she kindly helped me pick out the right color that I had in mind. They have a wide variety of colors here. The hard part was choosing. I came prepared and had a picture of my design, but I wanted my own spin on it. Helen had suggestions for me and we collaborated on what the best outcome would be. Well, she literally NAILED it and I couldn't be more happier with the outcome. She was speedy, yet efficient with the whole process of working her magic on my nails. I was surprised at how fast she managed to finish, and blown away by the details and beauty of the final design. Overall, I had a lovely experience at this nail salon and I look forward to coming back for my next appointment!

Poly gel nail set (toes in background)

So happy I found this little shop. They go above and beyond with their customer service and every service I've ever received has been top notch. I've only gotten pedicures and basic manicures with nail painting until today- alone with a deluxe pedicure and matching polish I got a poly gel nail set done and love the result. Was originally thinking powder dip and maybe even acrylics but happy with the polygel. June does great attentive pedicures and Helen did a great job helping me pick the best nails for me because I was uneducated on the differences and was pleasantly surprised with the choice. I will definitely be coming back again for continued follow ups and recommend them as much as I can.

Cheetah Print Gel Manicure
Mikki P.

Another amazing design done by Creative Nails! Fast, friendly and great service! This was my 3rd time and I've never been happier with my designs and how long they last!

purple aura nails by Vicky
Brooke M.

The price point, service, and results were all fantastic. Vicky did a great job and gave me exactly what I asked for in the picture I showed.

I booked an appointment because of all the great reviews I had read. It was a disappointment. I wanted a simple manicure. What I got was slightly more than a polish change. What made things worse is the tech cut my cuticle, causing it to bleed. She sprayed a little alcohol on it and continued to polish my nails. She spent no time shaping my nails or pushing back the cuticles. It was done in 20 minutes. The place was a bit cramped and cluttered. I won't be returning.

What an amazing job done at Creative Nails!

Creative nails offered nail redemption for me. After having a few very negative experiences at a nail salon in Goleta I was so delightful to have an amazing fill done here.

Flame nails by Vicky

Vicky was incredible!! I showed her an idea of a design that I wanted and she did not disappoint!

Helen did an incredible job, she was extremely efficient and had the best attention to detail. 100% coming back, I LOVE my nails. The vibe was awesome and I have not had a better experience anywhere else.

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My gel manicure was perfect and lasted three weeks. The staff are friendly and very welcoming.

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The best nail bar! I love Vicki! She does such a great job with any design you bring to her

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Ask the Community - Creative Nails

What's the price of just a regular set of gel nails with no design?

Hi , full set acrylic with gel we start at $57

How can I make an appointment? Is there a number I can text?

Hi you can call in salon at 8058980910 or we have Instagram: creativenailssb you can text message

How much is a gel fill no design?

Acrylic refill with gel $45

Hi, do you do hard gel fills? I would be coming from out of town.

Hi sorry we don’t do hard gel

Are you taking new clients?

Yes, we are

How much is an acrylic French tip as an almond shape?

Hi , acrylic friend tip as an almond shape with gel $65

What's the pricing for a Dip powder Manicure? And a pedicure? Also can I book an appointment over the phone?

Hi are you call for appointment already right?

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Review Highlights - Creative Nails

Vicky was super quick and efficient and was sure to make my nails exactly like the reference photo.

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