It had everything I wanted- nice staff, clean work stations, comfortable pedicure chairs, good selection of OPI polish and a decent price. A good spot if you're near Shirlington and want an efficient, quality manicure and pedicure. read more

Diana Nails - Malaga Wine mani-pedi. Shellac $55, regular $35. Relaxing. Nice staff. Efficient. Good magazines. - Nail Salons Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Massage chairs are uncomfortable. Nail techs pour cold lotion and then give inept massage. They do a poor job on cuticles. The pedicure bath is often cold. read more

So after reading all of the reviews, I didn't even want to chance going here. So many horror stories that I just knew that if I ever went, it would be a bad experience. Nevertheless, I always like to find out for myself when it comes to services available to me. I normally go to Amity nails but today, there was absolutely nowhere to park and I was tired of driving around the block and through the parking garage. So, I ventured here to Diana. Even though I'm not even half a mile from the place, these negative reviews had me so shook that I didn't even want to chance it... but I figured, why not? The young lady that did my nails was very friendly. My only disappointment was that they didn't take their utensils out of fresh packs like most places. You'd think this place would be of higher caliber considering the location but I digress. Overall, I'd give this place a B-/C read more

It is ok. It is not espectacular as spa, but no as bad experience. If you are around Shirlington and need mani/pedi is a decent place to go.

Loved my experience here, and it's not that expensive considering where it is located. I walked right in and was helps immediately, no appointment needed. All the women were really nice. My spa pedi was only $33 I was expecting to spend a lot more. Will definitely be making this my regular spot for getting my nails done or a spa day! The whole process took about 20 mintues no wait time at all. read more

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Well, you get what you pay for. It's no Red Door Spa but it does the quick and VERY cheap trick. Want quick nails (and I mean really quick that they will literally rush you out when the whole place is just empty) for a cheap $15 for Mani/$30 for Pedi (and I mean really cheap to the point that they start peeling the next day)? Then you've come to the right place!! Come with the expectation and you won't be disappointed. But I would not recommend coming here unless you have another alternative. read more

I like this place, did a quick walk in here and service was great and my gel pedicure looks great. I also like the pricing here!

I took my mom in for a manicure. The lady who did her nails had a bad attitude from the start. Never even greeted us or said "hello." Was told to pick out a color. When my mom showed her the color the lady gave her 100 reasons why she should NOT chose that color: too dark, won't dry fast, etc. Then the lady goes and picks out a color and says, "This is the co!or I use when I go to wedding." Okay, but we're not going to a wedding. After she did her nails she puts a fan blowing on my moms nails (my mom uses a walker and the lady didn't want her to go over to the blower in case she would smudge her nails using the walker). After she put the fan on her she just up and left without a word. About a half hour later I walked some cash over to her and told her we had to go. UNBELIEVEBLE!!!!!! Will NEVER go back! read more

Hands down...the worst pedicure I have ever gotten! She did a terrible job and I paid $35 for a 12 minute pedicure. Stay away! I will never go back. read more

I had gel nails removed and a manicure, let's just say..you get what you pay for. The tech wasn't sure how to remove them and scraped my fingers plenty. Then, my manicure was rushed and uneven. Came here because my usual place was too busy. Should have waited! read more

Diana Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Today I went in for a pedicure and an eye brow wax. It's been there before & found the service fine. Nothing fancy but good enough. But today was a disaster! I went into the room for the eye brow wax and the tech spilled WAX all down the side of my face and hair. It was TERRIBLE. So discouraging to my excitement for a day to treat myself. I complained of course. The owner did nothing. No appealing me to stay. Barely a "I am sorry." I walked out & am still trying to get the wax out several hours later. Avoid this place! read more

I came here for some pampering on my birthday and asked for a spa pedicure and a gel manicure. The nail technicians were nice enough, but there was no pampering despite the $65. cost. No one offered a glass of water/tea/coffee or to help me with my coat or put on my shoes after the pedicure. These are small things I have enjoyed at other salons and was hoping for here. This basic service was not worth the cost. Sorry to say, but the management can do much better. read more

I really wanted to like this place, but they did such terrible rush jobs both times I went. I feel like my nails look worse than when I do them myself at home in the same amount of time. They get an extra star because they do a good job of keeping the place clean, but this place is definitely not worth your time. read more

The technicians here do a good job but the woman in charge is like Jekyll and Hyde. She is pleasant one visit and then nasty the next. I put up with this for a few years but no more. Last week she glowered at me when I walked in, then reprimanded me loudly from across the room when I took my hands out of the bowl of raw alcohol after seven minutes. They don't bother with the niceties of cotton balls and aluminum foil to take off gel nails. The message she sent was that she isn't interested in my business. So she just lost it. read more

Their work is okay, though they always seem rushed with pedicures. This time, they didn't honor a gift certificate I got in July because they said it expired, but there wasn't an expiration or issue date on it! The only justification they have was that they changed styles of gift certificates. Poor business practice to not at least honor mine!! read more

I have been going here for years. I'm shocked by all the things written here because I have found them to be great and friendly. Never had a problem. I always get gel manicures, pedicures and waxes. Im from NY and have high expectations for my salon and really have never encountered an issue. read more

This place is a solid 3 stars. It's not bad, it's definitely not great, and if I'm in a crunch I'll return. I received a standard pedicure and my feet look better than they did, but they did a lackluster job with dead skin removal. I hadn't had a pedi since the end of last summer so my feets were in serious trouble. The woman doing the pedi tried to sell me a more expensive service, which I declined, and then she did a very rushed job. I asked for the the razor and she used it but there is sooo much visible dead skin left. The polish looks fine, however. I am disappointed. Received a gel mani. It seems at this salon that certain people do pedis and then you sit at the bar (without alcohol) for a gel mani. It was busy so it wasn't clear to me if it's always like this. Anyhow, totally different person did the mani and it looks pretty good. He asked how I wanted my nails shaped instead of assuming and was careful with skin removal. No frills. $60 for both services. They have a sign up that says no tips on credit cards and there is no tip line on the credit card receipt, but they allowed another customer who forgot cash to add it to her credit card. They also have an ATM in the store. This place is a block from my new home and almost too convenient to pass up, but I have had better. The hunt continues. read more

I've been frequenting this nail salon over a year but it was sheerly out of convenience. I have a hectic work schedule and very little time to travel for spa services. Today, when I walked out after a horrible pedicure, I vowed to never step foot into that dreadful place again. Where should I start? The place is dirty- plain and simple. The pedicure stations/ foot spas are never thoroughly cleaned. They are barely rinsed between clients and often filled with dead skin, sediment and other nasty things. The pumice stones and emery boards are reused and that is clearly a violation which warrants a visit from the state inspector. The hot wax is also very unsanitary. No change between a Brazilian wax and your lip wax. It's no surprise that the state inspector issued a $500 fine to this place for uncleanliness in 2012. The customer service is horrible. I came in today for a pedicure. I have scratch on my leg and instead of asking about it, the technicians stared and talked about me in their language as if I wouldn't know what they were talking about. Then when it came time to polish my toenails I apparently chose a polish that was almost empty. Instead of them suggesting another color, they filled it with acetone and stretched the last $.01 out of the bottle. I was so annoyed! By the way, they don't use a fizzle bomb or anything in the foot spa. Just plain water in a dirty bowl. I highly suggest that if you are looking for quality and customer service, you should find another place. Don't waste your money here. They don't value anything but your time as they rush you out the door! Tip: If you get desperate and go here... 1) You can't flush paper in the toilet (not even toilet paper) WTH?! 2) The massager doesn't work on the first spa chair 3) I was a technician picking her nose today so you may want to request that they wash their hands prior to service read more

Terrible!!! The place is filthy! And the service is awful! Don't waste your money! Where do I begin? Seems they have a shellac bar which was totally odd. They use cuticle scissors to cut off your shellac instead of letting it soak off. I told her to stop and she seemed frustrated with me. Barely did any maintenance on my nails at all. In fact after she put the base coat on one hand I looked at it and saw that there were still specs of my old polish and I made her take it off and fix it. Probably happened because she was talking on her phone while she was filing my nails! Who does that? And the guy was playing video games on his laptop right at the front desk! There were two other workers behind the bar sitting right in front of me with their shoes off and feet up. So inappropriate!!!! Every post about being rushed is right. My friends pedi lasted maybe 20 minutes top. I will never go back! If you're thinking it can't be that bad, you're wrong! read more

Went once and will never go again. They did not sanitize the pedicure bowl or manicuring tools. So unsanitary and my toes didn't even look that good when I left. read more

Gave this place several chances. Every time I come they disappoint. The only reason I come is because the location is convenient. However, the costumer service is beyond horrible & not to mention they are overpriced. The tech had cut me, never helped me with my bags to move them over to where I could dry my nails, also no massage which I noticed the lady next to me getting. Lastly, I had to tell the tech to tend to my cuticles even though I waited until he was finished with everything. Overall, bad experience time & time again. I won't be coming back. read more

Definitely worth the $20! I brought my own nail polish (I wanted specific colors), and I've been twice so far. The pedicure really holds up, and my color has stayed on for 3 weeks now - even after I clipped my toe nails! ETA: They have moved to the new section in Shrilington, with new and fancy interiors, and also higher prices. I think I paid $25 for a pedi... read more

So after a year of living in Shirlington, my roommate and I went to get our nails done together a week before we left dear old Shirlington. We have always passed by the nail salon and it was always packed, whether it was a weekday or weekend, day or night. So we assumed the services would be well above average! Sadly that was not the case... my roommate's nails turned out ok while mine were downright ugly. During the manicure, the technician managed to smudge one of my nails, I asked her to fix it. She did it but wasn't too happy while doing so. Next thing you know I noticed a piece of dust on another finger and wanted that fixed as well. However, seeing her not so friendly face and me being afraid of bothering her again, I did not. I sadly walked out of the nail salon with an ugly french manicure. One pro is that the salon is beautifully decorated and very clean. You definitely feel comfortable sitting at the tables while watching the flat screen tv. However, I'd rather have beautiful nails and nicer technicians at a neighborhood nail salon. read more

I've gone to many nail places through out Maryland and VA, and this was by far, the best quality I have had yet. I stopped in, on a whim, thinking that the upscale location would make the prices higher and I would end up going back to the ghetto place I've been going. The prices were average, if not better than some places I have been. For a Friday evening, at 7pm, they had a huge staff on hand. They were very friendly and took me as soon as I walked in, even though the place was packed. The job that nail tech did, was very good. I walked out of there being very happy with my nails. The foot-spas look very new and clean, though I did not get a pedicure. My only wish was that they changed the channel on the TV's from Lifetime to something more entertaining. read more

I think they've improved so I'm going to give them credit for it. Hint: the guy does the best job on manicures, in my opinion. I just wish they would listen (understand?) me when I ask them not to trim my toenails (I do it myself). I hate that. No means no. read more

It's been a while since I've visited Diana Nails to get a pedicure, and yesterday marked the last one ever. They didn't have any hot water -- a fact that wasn't verbalized until after I had my socks off and feet in the tepid foot bath. In fact, the tech didn't say anything until the woman next to me yelped (excuse the use of the word here) when she put her feet in and made a very loud comment. The response? "No hot water." If you don't have hot water, shut down - or say something when people come in! The pedicure itself was horrific -- I've been to some obviously shady places to get the toes done and have gotten beffer service. Things were done quickly and very sloppy with no regards to the final product. I was given the option to have a salt scrub done -- for an extra $3....what?! That's part of every pedicure I've gotten. You would think being in Shilrington would be reason to step up your game, but apparently not. Do not waste your time or money. If you're looking to a quick in an out -- go anywhere else. read more

I've only had my nails professionally done twice, so I can't say I'm an expert. The first time I had them done, was at a higher end resort, so I wanted to try a basic nail salon. This shop is located near my home, so I came by to try it several days ago. I didn't think they'd be too busy, so I didn't make an appointment. I walked in and saw ~4 people getting pedicures and another lady getting a manicure, so I thought I'd have to wait. However, the main employee told me to pick out my nail polish color (after telling her I wanted just a manicure) and then I was sat at the nail bar. Another younger employee came out and started working on my nails..she was quick and efficient. Had my cuticles done (a little, slight pain but not unbearable), and she asked what shape I wanted. I said "squoval" but I think she misheard me and said "oval", so I just let it be. While I was waiting for some liquid on my fingers to dry/settle, she asked how I'd be paying. I said card, and I think she looked..disappointed almost that I didn't say cash. She then asked how much tip, and I wasn't sure how much $ that would be so I said a percentage. They also don't take AMEX, so thankfully I had my other Visa card with me. She did a quick file, I thought she'd get into the edges more, and started applying the polish things. After the top coat, she had me dry my nails in front of the little fan, said a quick "thank you bye!" and left to help a new customer. I was just left to leave by myself and didn't hear anything else. In all, I think I was in there around 10-15 minutes. Later I noticed that the polish was still see-through, I could see right through it. It was also really streaky, I could see the brush strokes she made. On my right thumb I noticed a line straight across, at first I thought I hit it against something, but the top coat wasn't dented. It must have been from uneven drying that she didn't bother fixing. A day later, I noticed that the skin on my fingers above the nails were peeling A LOT, that I was constantly having to pluck them off with a tweezer (they still are). Not sure if that's what the liquid was for, but I was/am a bit annoyed. Ended up removing the polish a few days later. Overall the customer service was just okay, but the nail service was iffy. I guess if you need something quick, it's good..but if you want better customer service and people who actually care about how your nails look, I'd look elsewhere. read more

Won't be coming back. I went in 3 days ago for a shellac manicure & regular pedicure. My gel manicure is already peeling off. The guy that did my shellac manicure did a mediocre job. I loved the color & there weren't any bubbles, but he got the shellac polish all on my cuticles & fingers. After it was all said & some, I asked if he could fixed it by filing down the dried clear polish on the sides. He seemed like it was a bother. Point is, I felt rushed & it was not worth the money I paid for. Worst part is that it was not my first time there. They definitely lost a customer. read more

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The service was incredibly fast/ gel manicure in about 20 minutes- but that's exactly the product I got and not really what I wanted. I asked for square, and she filed round. I then let her know (about two nails into polishing) that the polish looked like it was bubbling. My nails ended up having huge bubbles and it might be the messiest gel manicure I've ever gotten. read more

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This was the most mediocre, halfhearted pedicure I've ever had. My friend and I went in the middle of the day on a Wednesday and the place was surprisingly busy, which I took as a good sign. We managed to get two pedicure chairs next to each other, but that's pretty much where the good news ends. The girl who did my pedicure seemed way more interested in talking to my friend's nail tech than her job. She paid little to no attention to what she was doing; I don't have a problem with them having their own conversation - after all, my friend and I were too - but I had a bit of clear polish left on my big toes and she only removed it from my right foot. I admit that I noticed this only as she was polishing my toes at the end (too engrossed in my conversation - but paying attention to what she's doing is her job, not mine) and we were a bit short on time so I didn't bother saying anything. When she squeezed callus remover (it may have been soap?) on the buffer, nothing came out and she didn't notice (or maybe she didn't care). Though it didn't really matter because she made a single quick pass around the edge of each foot that was more like a gentle caress than actually buffing anything. She didn't feel/look at my feet to check where the calluses were, and I know I have a few problem areas on my feet, so it's not like they didn't need buffing. We turned down the spa pedicure, but when she rubbed oil/lotion into my legs, she didn't put any on the backs of my legs. Also, evidently she has no hand/arm strength, because the 20-second leg massage she gave me was about a 0.5 on a pressure scale of 1 to 10. Then, when she used a hot towel to rub off the extra, she didn't get the sides of my legs (I had to do it myself just before we got up). Finally, the polish job she did was "meh" at best. I watched the nail tech working on my friend use a brush dipped in polish remover to clean up the nail polish that got on her skin, but there is polish on most of my cuticles (some of which she didn't bother to push in the first place). I'm giving 2 stars instead of 1 since my friend didn't seem to have an issue with her pedicure, and because the $25 price tag is pretty reasonable for the area. That said, next time I'll just stay home. I can pour oil down my legs, wipe (most of) it off, and paint my toenails sloppily, without removing the old polish, on my own. Hopefully you all have better luck than I did! read more

After reading the reviews on this place, I was pretty skeptical. If was I solely going to read the reviews, I honestly would NOT have come to this place. But since this is in my neighborhood walking distance, I figured why not. I got a standard pedicure and shellac manuicure. The pedicure itself wasnt great. It was decent and the polish was clean. But for $20, I guess its worth it to clean up your toes for the summer. The manicure was def better. My guy did a great job making sure he had clean lines and its been a week, and my manicure is in tact! The 4 stars solely goes to him really, and Will be back for the $35 once a month manicure! Make sure you have cash to tip. They accept cc but only on the service. read more

Tried this place a couple of times and am consistently disappointed. Why do I return? Location and pricing. Manicures are always sloppy and barely last a couple of days. They do a better job at pedicures...or perhaps that is due to the fact that my feet are further from my face than my hands, thus receiving less regular and scrupulous examinations! Worth it for a decent and inexpensive pedi but get your nails done elsewhere. I've tried 3 different technicians - the first I had remove the paint and redo, the second I was so stressed already from dealing with the process that I gave up and removed myself upon returning home...the third not as bad but not nearly good enough. On the up the salon is clean, some of the staff are friendly, walk-ins are welcome and although this place is usually busy they are staffed and ready (and waste no time on the prior customer) to get you seen to! read more

I rarely leave reviews... but, i was sooo unhappy with my RUSHED service here at Dianas. Not only was i rushed but my nails are horrible.. i filled them down to where they looked decent for my birthday dinner tonight, but i want them removed asap. They just hurt soo bad and are all crooked and ugly. She took no time in filing, shaping etc. (She was rushing me to get to one of her regulars) read more

I've been going here every 2 weeks for almost a year since I work in shirlington. One time I went elsewhere the shellac gel chipped in few days. Here the shellac no matter who I see lasts 2 weeks. Their friendly Efficient It lasts (shellac gel) And they get you in quick I've almost never had to wait even when I walk in when it's busy. I love this nail salon. read more

Diana Nails - Perfect French tip shellac - Nail Salons Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This place is located in Shirlington Village. Near the library and Harris Teeter. You get what you pay. Just like all the other reviewers, this place is a fast nail service salon - in and out. Do not expect equivalent or closed to Red Door service. If your primary goal is to come and have someone to paint your nail for you, because if you are someone like me, who will smear the color, then this place is for you. I only come here for French pedicure occasionally. The price IMO is reasonable for the service. I would not recommend eyebrows wax here, unless it's a 911 situation. It's a hit and miss, depend who you have. You do not need to make appointment in advance. If you have to wait, usually it shouldn't be longer than 15 minutes. Would I recommend this place to my friends and family? Yes, and I would tell them what to expect. I would come back here if I'm in Shirlington, otherwise I wouldn't go out of my way. read more

Quite possibly the worst pedicure I've ever had. Lasted about 10 minutes, yes 10. Last time I checked pedicures were supposed to be relaxing, not so much here. horrendous lifetime movie on the tv and 5 nail technicians talking and cackling the entire time- and obviously when they are looking at each other then looking at you then looking at the 2 friends you're with and saying things you can't understand- you're thinking they're laughing at your feet or your friends' feet. you're lying to yourself if you say you've never thought that. read more

Can't recommend this nail salon! Quickest mani/pedi I have ever had with no effort or attention to detail. How hard is it to put nail polish on the entire nail. Felt they were more about getting you in and out then giving you a professional mani/pedi. Not very sanitary with their tools either. Should have read the reviews before going. read more

My gel mani was really good. I don't know my guy's name because he didn't talk much, which I appreciate. But he had an awesome Mohawk. He was good!! There's a cute little nail bar that really sits up high like a bar and the workers are standing. It was cute. Everyone was friendly. I had an appt and they saw me right away. I like a much nicer, upscale salon so that's the only reason I'm not giving 5 stars. read more

Twee (sp?) has done my brows for 9 years. She's fantastic. They do a solid job for the price. If you go in when it's not packed you get MUCH better service. If you go when it's packed, you'll get a rush jobs. If I haven't liked what they're doing, I just tell them and they are always happy to do it the way I want. Like anywhere, you just need to speak up for what you want. read more

So I went back and did a pedicure which I felt was mediocre. For my nails, the same meticulous guy that had done it previously did it so my manicure was flawless (french shellac) I'm going back but will make sure the same guy does my manicure and will skip on pedicure. read more