Best nail salon by far in Santa Cruz; very clean and nice. Lots of color options as well as cat eye and chrome; June does an amazing job with acrylics. read more

I went in to Diva Nails for a dip/SNS manicure as many nail salons in Santa Cruz do not offer this service. I arrived early to my appointment and was greeted right away, and only waited a few minutes before someone came to wrap my nails to remove my current dip. Once my tech (Tracy) was available, she brought me to her station in the back. The music was chill, the World Cup game was on the TV, and it was very relaxing. Tracy did a FANTASTIC job. This was my first manicure after moving to the area, and I was not disappointed! Well-priced, efficient, and high-quality. I will absolutely be returning for my next manicure! read more

Diva Nails & Spa - SNS dip powder manicure with gel top coat - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Pretty sure they use MMA and whatever type of primer they used was super corrosive as soon as she started applying the acrylic my nail was on fire each and every nail was on fire. It's subsided after a couple minutes, but when I got home, my nails were still hurting, and the shape was way off. Every time I go there and try to soak off my nails after it comes off as super goopy. read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Bent tip bad apex - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Like a few other people, I had my gel polish removed with a dremel tool that took several layers off my nails. Why they don't use acetone and heat is beyond me: this wasn't faster. She also overheated the nail bed by leaving the tool in one place too long, and she cut my cuticle in the process. I sense that I shouldn't remove the gel they added (which is all rumply, plus the tips are curling up since the nails are so thin), because it's the only thing protecting the nailbed underneath. Meanwhile, two nails have cracked way below the quick, due to their brittleness. Now I have months of growing out to do before I can get another manicure. read more

This place was busy but clean and in good working order! Perfect pedicure date for two. If it was closer to me I'd go all the time.

Called and made an appt, arrived and they had me wait 45 minutes. I only waited because I had an event and needed my nails done. Upon my mani being started, my manicurist kept getting up to inspect other manicurists jobs they were doing for other clients and stepping to help file, shape, etc. bouncing back and forth between me.. and overseeing them. WTFFFF. My mani took about 40 minutes because of that and on top of that, I did not get a bowl of water to soak my hands in to soften my cuticles. Sooo because prep was horrible, the following day, my gel started lifting. Avoid, do not waste your money. read more

Diva Nails & Spa - My thumbs already peeled off and my pointer finger is starting. Other nails are lifting from the sidewalls - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I love my set they did sooo good the service is good and guality good!! And the vide is super calm!!! read more

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Diva Nails really clean place all girls very friendly I like it my nails today ! amazing service. read more

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I absolutely love this place everyone does an amazing job. It really doesn't matter which artist you go with they all are consistent and detail oriented. Also love their massage chairs honestly 10/10 read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Light blue almond shaped French tip - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Long overdue review... I have toured and trialed many salons in the Santa Cruz area, not dead set on any one salon until Diva nails. Now, I only come here. They are so welcoming, super flexible, and most importantly do an amazing job. I work with my hands a lot, so durability and strength is so important for me. My nails grow out long before they chip. They always have fun new seasonal colors and trends. 10/10 stars read more

I was in town visiting my daughter and we wanted to get a gel manicure. We called ahead on a very busy Sunday of a holiday weekend and they were able to squeeze us even though they were very busy. Great services and a cute place. I will come back next time I'm in town! read more

LOVVVE this spot. Wish I found it sooner, you do end up having to wait a while even with appointments but you got to take in consideration other people ran late and they are working so hard! Trying their absolute best. This place is fantastic. Nice music playing. Take a look at my reference photo Jenny nailed it. She's so nice too. read more

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First time trying this nail salon and won't be back. I'm going on vacation and needed to get a pedicure. The place was pretty busy so I figured they did a good job, but I was wrong. They cut my toe nails way too short and filed them unevenly, and did a poor job on my cuticles. Then as I was leaving the woman that helped me with my sandals bumped my freshly painted toe nails and messed up the polish on one of them. I looked at her for some kind of expression, but there was nothing. At that point i had to get back to work and I didn't have them redo it. Plus I'm going to have to fix the poor job they did when I get home anyways. What a waste of money! read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Terrible quality pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

June killed it! Got the complicated design done so fast and it looks amazing. Will be coming back read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I called about the prices of my manicure but when I got there, they charged me $20 more even though they said $70 on the phone they still charged me $90. Once I left, I called again to ask for the exact set price and they still said $70, so I told them they overcharged me and they said to come back for a refund. When going back for a refund, they took me to a back room and tried refusing my refund and GRABBED me, so I said do NOT touch me and you'll be giving me my refund. I got my refund but also got assaulted, NEVER COME HERE read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Yesterday was my first time at Dive Nails on Soquel. I'm really happy with the service and quality of the job. The clinician did a meticulous job on my cuticles, cleaning them up beautifully, and the paint job is perfect; really clean lines. I opted for a "callus treatment" as well but that part could have been a bit more thorough. Overall, I'm really happy and will definitely return:) read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Manicured toes. - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I absolutely love this salon. I went to Tracy's for years but it has unfortunately just changed so much. I've been to Diva Nails now several times and had excellent customer service. I even walked in for a last minute pedicure and they worked me into their schedule super quickly. read more

I have been going to June for my manicures (Gel X, acrylic, and gel)! She is the BEST! Her design capabilities are amazing and I always leave so happy. They take so much time to be thorough, clean up my nails so well, and just make it perfect. Couldn't recommend her more! Also have gotten pedicures numerous times and it seriously is the best one in town. They take their time to clean your nails so thoroughly. Massage a long time and just give the best care read more

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Got me in same day as soon as I called, staff was friendly, and did an amazing job! not too busy so the vibe was relaxing! read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Acrylic full set - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Tina always does an amazing job, I moved to Redwood City but am still willing to make the drive over the hill to come here. Salon is cute and ladies are very friendly, reasonable prices and quality work read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Acrylic - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I have been going here for quite a while now. I found it because of Yelp. They do the most amazing designs. Extremely busy very small place but extremely talented nail artists. I recommend getting an appointment because they do get extremely busy. read more

I got gel nails done here the first time and I'm super happy with the results. I'm honestly impressed. It's been over two weeks and they still look perfect -- no chips or lifting at all! Normally, my gel nails only last about a week because other nail techs always tell me I have oily nail beds, but this time they're holding up so well. The salon is clean, relaxing, and everyone is friendly. Definitely coming back again! read more

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Such a great experience. Hannah did a wonderful job with my nail design. It was a relaxing time and very clean. I'm ready for spooky season. read more

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Love diva!! Finally found a consistent spot for acrylics in sc! They are always so detail oriented and talented at matching my nails to the inspo pics. Prices are not bad at all for the quality and my last few sets have lasted for a month+! read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Spring nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Got a manicure with builder gel and a design. Design came out super cute and I had them for almost five weeks! They were nice and did a good job. read more

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My nails were sloppily done, expensive, don't do cuticle grooming or soaking. Really bad spot.

Best nail service in Santa Cruz! Can do so many designs I love June she is the best! They are quick and always on time when I make an apt read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

This is hands down the best nail salon in town. I've had my nails done by everyone who works here, and I've always had a great experience. Most recently, June did my nails and she did an amazing job. Every visit, they're incredibly detail-oriented, thorough, and consistent. My nail sets usually last 3-4 weeks, which is seriously impressive. I always leave happy and highly recommend this place. read more

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Best nail salon in Santa Cruz. Been going here for almost 2 years and I always leave happy. June slays every time, the retention is amazing. read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Acrylic fill, french tip - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Junie is a treasure. She is professional, considerate, and a perfectionist. If you want to feel and look your best, try Diva Nails and ask for Junie . I had my nails done with GelX , it very last long. Junie is the best nail tech.She is busy, so call for an appointment. read more

Diva Nails & Spa - had my nails done with GelX , it very last long. Junie is the best nail tech.She is busy, so call for an appointment - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I don't know a whole lot about nails, but I went in with an idea and they helped me see my vision through!! I'm so in love with the work they did, they were so sweet and kind and helpful throughout the whole process. Their store was so cute and inviting too, I will definitely be back! I couldn't recommend it more :) read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Gel extra strength jelly nails :) - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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I love June !!! This is an amazing nail salon and pay attention to detail!! Love the manicure felt great and I did builder gel and she didn't fabulously literally cannot see a single flaw in any of my nails!! read more

Too slow I spent two hours to get a half done pedicure. I didn't even get a massage. The nail painting was rushed and they didn't even offer to discount the pedicure when I didn't get half the services the deluxe pedicure comes with. The staff are sweet; but definitely a waste of time. read more

Great experience today staff is kind, salon is clean, and I love my nails! Will definitely be going back. read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Gel manicure with gems - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Joly was amazing! She was so sweet and did a phenomenal job on my nails. She was very accommodating with what I wanted done and they came out great. They have also remodeled lately and everything is clean and up-to-date beautiful chairs for pedicures and a massive selection of colors. I highly recommend stopping by especially to see Joly! read more

Walked into the salon because I needed time to kill for an hour I ended up doing a gel set, which was $50 worked with Tracy. She was very nice. I was a little indecisive but she was super flexible with me. She got it done in 40 minutes and she did an amazing job so thank you so much, Tracy. read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Gel nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I wanted to like this place as it's so close to home and Whole Foods, but I will never, ever be back. I came in for a gel manicure and the technician used the wrong drill bit on the drummel to remove my gel polish -- definitely not what should ever be used on natural nails! It had big spiked barbs on it and she drilled my natural nail down almost completely to the nail bed to the point that it was painful and starting to hit the nerves. I told her she was drilling too much and she didn't listen. I should have walked out but didn't want to be rude (big mistake) as she drilled deep painful grooves out of my natural nails which will now take months to heal and re-grow. I thought maybe the manicure would be better, so I stayed. It wasn't. It was the clumsiest and worst manicure I've ever had in my life. Nails trimmed with rusty nail clippers, sloppy totally uneven filing (as in, completely diagonal). At one point I wondered if the tech was partially or mostly blind, that's how bad it was. Nail polish all over my fingers and hands. It was truly awful, and I've been getting gel manicures every two weeks for YEARS. It was the worst manicure I've ever had. I wish I'd taken photos at the time, but I was just in shock and didn't think to do it. Forget feeling pampered, the whole experience was uncomfortable, painful, and damaging. I went to my usual place to get the awful polish removed and they couldn't believe how my natural nails had been destroyed. The photo below if after three weeks of healing with daily strengthener and vitamins applied. It's hard to see in the photos but the pink parts of the nail are where there's almost no nail left, it's deep grooves carved out of my nail nearly all the way down to the nail bed. The nail in those areas is so thin that it's sensitive to the touch and I have to wear gloves to cook or clean as it's still painful weeks later. Do yourself a favor and avoid this place at all costs! read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Natural nails drilled down to the nail bed when they used the wrong drill bit to remove my gel polish. This is after three weeks of healing. - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Every set I've had done at Diva nails, and I've been faithful for two years now, has off the wall amazing and every set tops the last! read more

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I'm visiting Santa Cruz and stopped in for a set with Tracy--she did amazing! My nails came out super clean, the French tips are perfectly shaped, and she paid so much attention to detail. It did take about 3 hours, but the results were totally worth it. I'll definitely come back when I'm in town! read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Short frenchies! - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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I think I found my new go to nail spot. This place looks like any old nail salon-nothing special aesthetically, but the quality of their work and design skills are second to none. Pros- attention to detail, professionalism , and they really take their time ensuring you are getting quality nails for the money you pay. I never felt rushed and the photo I showed for inspiration is identical to how my nails turned out. Cons- I called the day before to book an appt, however when I showed up they seemed confused and I had to wait 10-15 mins. When I was getting my nails done I overheard several phone calls of others trying to make appts and I did not notice the employees actually writing this information down. Personally I didn't mind the wait. This salon seems to be more of a walk in/ first come first serve location. Sure you can make an appt, but you may have to wait. read more

Diva Nails & Spa - Right after I got my nails done (sorry for the filter) - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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