I used to always view nail salons as the most frivolous way to spend cash. This was mainly because of my experiences with nail salons. Who wants to pay someone $25+ to do something that I could do myself at home? I have very weak and brittle nails and they break on a whim which is very annoying. At other salons I had tried regular polish (thinking that because it is a high end polish it'd last longer) and gel polish (it lifted within 3 DAYS!) all to no avail. I had pretty much given up on going back to a nail salon because besides being a waste of money, they are usually slam packed with rude people making you feel very unrelaxed to say the least. Well, fast forward, and I tell myself I'll give it one last go around. I searched for nail salons in San Angelo with good reviews, and most had plenty of good reviews but always had some horrendous ones with terrible experiences in them, so nevertheless, I looked on. I finally happened to stumble upon De Nails Spa and I was amazed and thoroughly convinced I'd found my place, because I couldn't find a harsh review. The next day I walked into the salon (a Sunday, about 2-3pm) where I was greeted by a man (Justin, I later learned) who made me feel right at home. He asked if I was there for a pedicure and I told him yes. I was determined that was all that I was going to get because manicures never lasted. The salon has a hallway with private rooms for pedicures where two people at a time could get one together if they want. The atmosphere of the salon is very laid back and relaxing, and they play soothing music. Justin was very gentle and you could tell he paid close attention to detail on the pedicure. While we were talking, he suggested that i get a SNS manicure, to which I told him instantly 'no thank you,' just because he didn't know how easily my nails break. He reassured me that this type of manicure will last and will not chip, and that it makes your nails stronger. I was a little hesitant but I decided to go ahead with it. Justin reassured me that if my nails chipped or broke within the first week that he would fix them for free, although he was positive they wouldn't break or chip. I was already very happy with my pedicure and so I felt I could trust I'd be the same way with the manicure. Justin finished the pedicure and May (a sweet lady) did my SNS manicure. I have had it for going on my third week now, and it has not chipped or broken in the slightest. I'm ecstatic that not only have my nails not broken at all (I'm a waitress too! I bus tables and constantly use my hands roughly), they look gorgeous and have lasted me for so long. I have found myself excited for them to grow out just so I can go get my next set. Overall, De Nails Spa is wonderful and the people who work there are too. I have already recommended it to other people!! read more