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I had a very disappointing experience at this salon and felt completely disregarded as a customer. I arrived for my 9:30 a.m. appointment only to be told that my nail technician had called in sick and that the salon had attempted to notify me at 9:15 a.m. By that time, I was already on the road and nearly at the salon. While I understand that emergencies happen, giving a customer only 15 minutes' notice for a cancellation is extremely frustrating and shows very little respect for the client's time. I asked whether another technician could perform the manicure, and a technician named Ab took over. During the appointment, he casually told me that he had been out with my original nail technician the night before and that they had gone bar-hopping together. Hearing that was upsetting because I had been told she was too sick to come to work. Whether or not that was the reason for her absence, it immediately made me question the explanation I had been given. After he applied the builder gel and polish, I noticed that several nails looked noticeably uneven. One side of multiple nails appeared much thicker and higher than the other, creating a ballooned, lopsided appearance. In addition, large portions of the sides of my nails were left without polish, leaving my natural nail visible. When I politely pointed out these concerns, I expected a professional discussion or an attempt to correct the issues. Instead, I was met with defensiveness and blame. I was told that I was wasting his time and that the problem was caused by my natural nail shape. While I understand that no one's nails are perfectly symmetrical, that does not explain why multiple nails had obvious product buildup on one side and incomplete polish coverage on the other. The technician then removed everything with a visibly poor attitude. Rather than trying to resolve the situation, he brought over the cashier and I felt as though I was being confronted for raising legitimate concerns about the quality of the work. After spending an hour in the salon, I left with no completed manicure and nails that looked worse than when I arrived. What shocked me most was that they still charged the full price of the service. I asked the cashier to contact the manager or owner and explain what had happened, but I was told that management instructed them to charge me in full despite the circumstances. I told them that this was unreasonable as they had taken off everything and left my nails looking worse (I have attached photos of how my nails looked when I left the salon). The entire experience from the last-minute cancellation, to the poor workmanship, to being blamed for pointing out obvious issues, and finally being charged full price for a manicure that was removed left me feeling disrespected and taken advantage of. Everyone can make mistakes, but what truly matters is how a business handles them. Unfortunately, this salon demonstrated poor customer service, a lack of professionalism, and very little regard for its customers' time or concerns. Update: the owner called me and told me she is reporting me to the authorities. This is the worst gaslighting I have ever experienced. She was extremely defensive and did not apologize once. She told me that a service was provided and that I needed to pay. I explained that they messed up my nails then removed everything and left my nails in worse condition. I cannot believe this is even happening. Please do not go here.
I was excited to try a new spot. The vibe is nice, facility was clean and pretty and the check in was easy. I was assigned a Hispanic male nail tech and a woman who is clearly his friend was my pedicurest. They spoke Spanish and laughed the whole time, which was a little uncomfortable for what was seemingly an upscale place. He worked very fast and ended up cutting my cuticle too far back, making me bleed. At the end of the service my nails (both mani and pedi) looked worse than when I walked in. He left my nails uneven, with snagged edges and wounded cuticles. The pedicure tech left the toes painted outside of the lines, uneven finish and even the tips weren't completely painted. If I hadn't been with clients I would have asked for a manager and complained on the spot. The service is NOT worth the price. Find a different place.
My friends recommended Drip to me, so I gave it a shot! First of all, the salon is gorgeous. It's very aesthetically pleasing and unique. Very different from other, very overstimulating salons. Everyone was very kind and I felt comfortable however, my nails did not come out the way I wanted to (the design, color, shape, etc.). I came back to see what they could do to help, and I was really nervous and hesitant because I NEVER complain when it comes to any sort of services, unless it is really making me unhappy, because I know how hard it is to work in the service industry, however, this was necessary. I talked with Linh, who explained she educates all of the technicians and teaches classes. She was very kind and immediately validated my feelings, offered to take off my nails and completely re-do them for free. She took really good care of me and really good care of my nails!! She was so gentle, typically my nails hurt so bad when I get them done and after when the nails are on, but there was no pain at all. THANK YOU LINH and again so validating of my feelings and explained she was grateful I came back, because this is a "good educational moment" and will utilize this to "get better" and make the salon and technicians better overall, which I thought was so great. She even said that I need to speak up if something is wrong so they can help! She had another technician, Marina, do my nails after they were removed because she is very good at and enjoys doing the type of nails and design I requested (Y2k style with French tip). I loveddddd Marina!!! She was also extremely validating of my feelings (encouraging me to speak up if there is anything wrong and just overall made me feel so comfortable). She did a wonderful job on the application, shape, design, and French. I'm huge on shape and I think she did a great job at perfecting the shape of my nails. I am glad I came back and gave them another chance. I highly recommend and specifically ask for Linhh and Marina to do your nails here.
$100 for a dip manicure that took almost 2 hours. Results were sloppy and the technician was not friendly at all. This seems a niche place for gel polish mainly. I will pay for quality and talent but I didn't care for the results or the experience here.
I've been back 3 times after finding this place, I love it! The inside has a great aesthetic and is so clean. I've gotten 2 manis and brought a friend with me for pedis. I would suggest always booking online (since it's a smaller shop), which is super easy as they prioritize booked appointments however you can get a walkin in a pinch, but if it's busy you might be out of luck. Parking is a little tough bc it fills up with the stores next to it and the lot is small. Right next to it, there is a paid lot you can park in for ~$8 an hr.
Jenny is the best! She's so good with looking at what design I want and executing it perfectly! And she's fun to talk to which is always a plus. It's very cute and calm inside, I always have a great experience.
Honestly super impressed with Drip nails! If you're going to a normal salon, you're paying at least ~$50 for a simple gel manicure. At Drip, the quality of service is much better for around the same cost! I'm a big fan of builder gels, because they help protect my natural nails but it's been so hard to find a salon that does them well until now. Drip also specializes in Gel X extensions, which are a much healthier alternative to acrylics. I made an appointment for 2:30 and ended up waiting ~25 minutes past that, but otherwise had a great experience here!
I've been to this salon a few times already and have been loving my experience so far. The vibe is very serene. The aesthetics are modern and refreshing. The front desk staff are always welcoming and professional. They offered acqua panna water! Lol made this place feel expensive but the prices are actually reasonable. I've gotten three different treatments on my fingernails (gel x, gel overlay, and just gel polish). I think I personally prefer the gel overlay because it makes my nails feel stronger while retaining the natural look, but if I'm feeling boujee I might go with gel X. I've also gotten two pedicures. Your experience will vary on who you get like most places, but I feel like most of the manicurists and pedicurists here are very skilled. I do recommend Mia for manicures: she's very detail oriented and does a great job cleaning my cuticles. She is also great with designs. I also recommend Ms. Kim for pedicures. She got my toes really cleaned up and also does a great massage. My boyfriend came with me and he also really enjoyed his pedicure. Can't wait to come back for my next visit.
1 month ago
1 month ago
I absolutely loved my experience at Drip Nail Salon in the Heights. Miriana did my hard gel set and her work was flawless, super clean, precise, and beautifully done. She really took her time and paid attention to every detail, which made such a difference. On top of that, the vibe of the salon is everything: very neutral, minimalistic, and cutesy in the best way. It feels calm, stylish, and intentional without being overdone. I left beyond happy with my nails and the entire experience. Highly recommend Miriana if you want quality work in a space that feels as good as it looks. read more
3 months ago
I had a very disappointing experience at this salon and felt completely disregarded as a customer. I arrived for my 9:30 a.m. appointment only to be told that my nail technician had called in sick and that the salon had attempted to notify me at 9:15 a.m. By that time, I was already on the road and nearly at the salon. While I understand that emergencies happen, giving a customer only 15 minutes' notice for a cancellation is extremely frustrating and shows very little respect for the client's time. I asked whether another technician could perform the manicure, and a technician named Ab took over. During the appointment, he casually told me that he had been out with my original nail technician the night before and that they had gone bar-hopping together. Hearing that was upsetting because I had been told she was too sick to come to work. Whether or not that was the reason for her absence, it immediately made me question the explanation I had been given. After he applied the builder gel and polish, I noticed that several nails looked noticeably uneven. One side of multiple nails appeared much thicker and higher than the other, creating a ballooned, lopsided appearance. In addition, large portions of the sides of my nails were left without polish, leaving my natural nail visible. When I politely pointed out these concerns, I expected a professional discussion or an attempt to correct the issues. Instead, I was met with defensiveness and blame. I was told that I was wasting his time and that the problem was caused by my natural nail shape. While I understand that no one's nails are perfectly symmetrical, that does not explain why multiple nails had obvious product buildup on one side and incomplete polish coverage on the other. The technician then removed everything with a visibly poor attitude. Rather than trying to resolve the situation, he brought over the cashier and I felt as though I was being confronted for raising legitimate concerns about the quality of the work. After spending an hour in the salon, I left with no completed manicure and nails that looked worse than when I arrived. What shocked me most was that they still charged the full price of the service. I asked the cashier to contact the manager or owner and explain what had happened, but I was told that management instructed them to charge me in full despite the circumstances. I told them that this was unreasonable as they had taken off everything and left my nails looking worse (I have attached photos of how my nails looked when I left the salon). The entire experience from the last-minute cancellation, to the poor workmanship, to being blamed for pointing out obvious issues, and finally being charged full price for a manicure that was removed left me feeling disrespected and taken advantage of. Everyone can make mistakes, but what truly matters is how a business handles them. Unfortunately, this salon demonstrated poor customer service, a lack of professionalism, and very little regard for its customers' time or concerns. Update: the owner called me and told me she is reporting me to the authorities. This is the worst gaslighting I have ever experienced. She was extremely defensive and did not apologize once. She told me that a service was provided and that I needed to pay. I explained that they messed up my nails then removed everything and left my nails in worse condition. I cannot believe this is even happening. Please do not go here. read more
5 months ago
I was excited to try a new spot. The vibe is nice, facility was clean and pretty and the check in was easy. I was assigned a Hispanic male nail tech and a woman who is clearly his friend was my pedicurest. They spoke Spanish and laughed the whole time, which was a little uncomfortable for what was seemingly an upscale place. He worked very fast and ended up cutting my cuticle too far back, making me bleed. At the end of the service my nails (both mani and pedi) looked worse than when I walked in. He left my nails uneven, with snagged edges and wounded cuticles. The pedicure tech left the toes painted outside of the lines, uneven finish and even the tips weren't completely painted. If I hadn't been with clients I would have asked for a manager and complained on the spot. The service is NOT worth the price. Find a different place. read more
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My friends recommended Drip to me, so I gave it a shot! First of all, the salon is gorgeous. It's very aesthetically pleasing and unique. Very different from other, very overstimulating salons. Everyone was very kind and I felt comfortable however, my nails did not come out the way I wanted to (the design, color, shape, etc.). I came back to see what they could do to help, and I was really nervous and hesitant because I NEVER complain when it comes to any sort of services, unless it is really making me unhappy, because I know how hard it is to work in the service industry, however, this was necessary. I talked with Linh, who explained she educates all of the technicians and teaches classes. She was very kind and immediately validated my feelings, offered to take off my nails and completely re-do them for free. She took really good care of me and really good care of my nails!! She was so gentle, typically my nails hurt so bad when I get them done and after when the nails are on, but there was no pain at all. THANK YOU LINH and again so validating of my feelings and explained she was grateful I came back, because this is a "good educational moment" and will utilize this to "get better" and make the salon and technicians better overall, which I thought was so great. She even said that I need to speak up if something is wrong so they can help! She had another technician, Marina, do my nails after they were removed because she is very good at and enjoys doing the type of nails and design I requested (Y2k style with French tip). I loveddddd Marina!!! She was also extremely validating of my feelings (encouraging me to speak up if there is anything wrong and just overall made me feel so comfortable). She did a wonderful job on the application, shape, design, and French. I'm huge on shape and I think she did a great job at perfecting the shape of my nails. I am glad I came back and gave them another chance. I highly recommend and specifically ask for Linhh and Marina to do your nails here. read more
1 year ago
$100 for a dip manicure that took almost 2 hours. Results were sloppy and the technician was not friendly at all. This seems a niche place for gel polish mainly. I will pay for quality and talent but I didn't care for the results or the experience here. read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
I've been back 3 times after finding this place, I love it! The inside has a great aesthetic and is so clean. I've gotten 2 manis and brought a friend with me for pedis. I would suggest always booking online (since it's a smaller shop), which is super easy as they prioritize booked appointments however you can get a walkin in a pinch, but if it's busy you might be out of luck. Parking is a little tough bc it fills up with the stores next to it and the lot is small. Right next to it, there is a paid lot you can park in for ~$8 an hr. read more
2 years ago
Jenny is the best! She's so good with looking at what design I want and executing it perfectly! And she's fun to talk to which is always a plus. It's very cute and calm inside, I always have a great experience. read more
5 months ago
11 months ago
Honestly super impressed with Drip nails! If you're going to a normal salon, you're paying at least ~$50 for a simple gel manicure. At Drip, the quality of service is much better for around the same cost! I'm a big fan of builder gels, because they help protect my natural nails but it's been so hard to find a salon that does them well until now. Drip also specializes in Gel X extensions, which are a much healthier alternative to acrylics. I made an appointment for 2:30 and ended up waiting ~25 minutes past that, but otherwise had a great experience here! read more
I've been to this salon a few times already and have been loving my experience so far. The vibe is very serene. The aesthetics are modern and refreshing. The front desk staff are always welcoming and professional. They offered acqua panna water! Lol made this place feel expensive but the prices are actually reasonable. I've gotten three different treatments on my fingernails (gel x, gel overlay, and just gel polish). I think I personally prefer the gel overlay because it makes my nails feel stronger while retaining the natural look, but if I'm feeling boujee I might go with gel X. I've also gotten two pedicures. Your experience will vary on who you get like most places, but I feel like most of the manicurists and pedicurists here are very skilled. I do recommend Mia for manicures: she's very detail oriented and does a great job cleaning my cuticles. She is also great with designs. I also recommend Ms. Kim for pedicures. She got my toes really cleaned up and also does a great massage. My boyfriend came with me and he also really enjoyed his pedicure. Can't wait to come back for my next visit. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
This was my first time coming to this nail salon and let me tell you they did NOT disappoint! I would suggest making an appointment before coming in! I'm obsessed with my nails!!! This was my first time doing Gel X & it was a great experience ! I showed Tracy a picture of what I wanted and she did my nails better than the picture !! Everyone was super nice and they were attentive to the customers needs! I will definitely be coming back! 10/10 read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
This was my first time visiting the salon and my first time trying out Gel-X. Mia provided excellent service and was very informative thought the whole process. The attention to detail and care for the health of my nails was unparalleled. When it came to the color selection, she had a genius selection of beautiful nude nail swatches that you could pop off and try on! I've never seen that at another salon. I will definitely be back and I would recommend the salon to anyone. read more
2 years ago
BEST NAIL PLACE IN THE HEIGHTS BY FAR! The salon is very clean and they have a huge variety of colors. AB is the BEST tech! My nails last so long and he is so sweet. I am a loyal drip customer & to AB. read more
2 years ago
I've been 3 different times and feel confident leaving a review. This is my new go to nail salon. I've had my nails and toes done 3 times by 3 different sets of nail technicians and have loved every single one. I get poly hard gel on my hands and my nails have grown so long. The aesthetic is very nice inside, they do offer drinks, and they play great music. I schedule my appointments online and they always get started on time. read more
2 years ago
I am so impressed with this Nail Salon!! I had never done Gel-X nails before, only Acrylic, and this place has completely turned it around for me. AB does such a great job on my nails every single time. He is a master at his craft, efficient and quick too! My first time getting my nails done he did such a great job at introducing Gel-X to me and how different it is from Acrylic. My recent set has been his best work yet though, a classy Ombré with a bright chrome to finish it off. I always get a bunch of compliments with the sets he does for me. I highly recommend AB, and this salon. It's always such a vibe, relaxing and pampered with some tasty drinks. All of the staff are super friendly as well . read more
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While the aesthetics of this new nail salon is beautiful, the nail tech named Janelle did not do a great job. Not sure if she felt like she was being rushed or something, but she did not go over my cuticles with acetone and she was not able to finish the French manicure I wanted because she was running late with her next client. I wanted to get my nails done before the holidays and sadly this was not holiday worthy. I was looking forward to the new gel x they have that most other salons do not have but I'll be returning to CK Nails even though they don't have gel x. read more
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3 years ago
This is my first time at Drip and I can't wait to come back. Vi did my nails and I received a poly hard gel manicure/ ombré French with chrome. You pay for quality and excellent service here and it is 10000% worth it! Thank you, Vi! read more
2 years ago
Usually never leave reviews, but had such a great experience I had to come on here. I was curious about gel x nails but had never tried them before and wanted to go somewhere that was experienced with these. The customer service was amazing. They were so understanding with me picking out the exact color I wanted and were patient in helping me figure out the length shape and everything! Madison did an incredible job and I couldn't recommend this place more. Glad I found my new nail spot! Also the atmosphere was very relaxing and doesn't feel so rushed like some other nail salons I've been to. read more
2 years ago
Jenny was the best - great attention to detail and very fun to talk to. I got a Gel X manicure and it turned out better than I hoped. I will be returning! read more
2 years ago
I requested identical polish for toes and hands. The service providers led me to believe the colors were the same and they aren't. Furthermore, the gel polish on my nails looks horrific. I was taken aback by the lack of customer service. As I was checking out the receptionist was implying that the only issue was the color. The issues are the colors do not match as requested and the service provider failed to apply whatever product properly. Then he was attempting to overcharge me for services that weren't rendered. IE I received a basic pedicure and who insisted it was gel. To the point that I said, "go ask the service provider" since my word wasn't trustworthy to him. Overall, $116 thrown down the drain and 2 hours of my time wasted. No apology. No discount. I was offered to come back on Tuesday or Wednesday. However, walking around like this is not an option. If the owner reads this the only fair to do is return the funds in full to my credit card. read more
3 years ago
Finally a gel-x salon in Houston . Everyone was so friendly, beautiful place and doesn't smell like a regular salon?? Loving this place already, she did an amazing job read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Love my new Gel X set! Amazing staff and very clean salon - would def come back and bring more girlfriends. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Most aesthetically pleasing salon in town! Knowledgeable nail techs offer GELX which is healthier option for read more
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The Heights
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