Great service & quality every time! Rieko is very detailed oriented & so fun to talk to! Appointments are easy to make online. There's a cancellation/no-show policy so be mindful of being a flake. LOL! Their prices are more than fair. Whenever I get gel nails done, it lasts for 3 weeks without any chipping, cracking, peeling. I don't do any intricate nail art, usually solid or French, but I've seen her nail art & it's very good. I recommend Rieko highly!! read more

Duo Studio - Entrance. There's no signage for the individual salons, so make sure you know the suite #. - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The best nail salon I have been to in my entire life. I've been seeing Rieko and Thuy for well over a year and everytime I've had to go to another salon last minute, I'm so depressed. These ladies are INCREDIBLE at the most basic to the most complex nail designs and they ALWAYS DO AN AMAZING JOB!!!! Parking is super easy in the underground garage and they validate. Scheduling appointments is super easy and convenient through online booking and I just love this feature. They are never late. It's so nice to schedule appointments in advance and know that you won't be told "10 more minutes" every 5 minutes. I love you Rieko and Thuy!!!! Thanks for a year of beautiful nails!!! read more

Duo Studio - Basic pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

It's my new go-to place for my mani and pedi! Really great attention to detail! So glad I found Thuy! read more

Duo Studio - Ombré rosey champagne gold mani. - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The best nail studio I've ever been to. Thuy is a true artist, super patient, so incredibly nice, and creative. I trust her expertise and creativity, and my nails come out looking perfect every time. read more

Duo Studio - Light pink chrome nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

Reiko is great! She's gentle and I don't have anxiety she's going to cut me or be rough like other nail artists. She makes you feel comfortable and at ease. I can't wait to go back! read more

Duo Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

Thuy and Rieko are amazing! I met both at a different nail salon they used to work at and am so happy that they decided to open up a studio of their own. These gals are incredibly talented and seriously, do the best manis and pedis in town. Thuy and Rieko are both incredibly meticulous nail technicians, which makes my manis/pedis last longer than any other place in the Pasadena area. At other places, my gels will start lifting within 2 weeks and I can easily peel all the gels off on my own. With Thuy and Rieko, I've had gel manis last 5 weeks without any issue. The gals also carry great products that help extend the life of the service. My last regular pedi lasted 7 weeks without any chips or peeling! Both nail technicians can also create beautiful and fantastical nail art that is unlike designs from other nail salons; Rieko and Thuy do seriously unique art and totally worth the splurge. Tips: - Located inside Salon Republic at Paseo Colorado, on the 2nd floor, towards the west side - Book all services online. If you want to book two services at the same time, you need to book them separately. Instructions are on the site. - The studio is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. - Salon Republic validates parking; stop by the front desk on the way out and you will see the validation machine read more

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My friend and I followed our two favorite nail artists - Rieko and Thuy - to their own nail salon (and we couldn't be more excited for them!). They are beyond talented (be sure to look up their Instagram accounts), and are so incredibly kind. Follow Cheryl L's advice and park near the West Elm. They're up on the second floor inside Salon Republic, the receptionist can point you to Duo Nails. It's an intimate space, but cozy & cute with seriously comfortable seating. Highly recommend for a gorgeous gel mani that's going to last you weeks. read more

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Well worth the effort! I would give them 5 stars except for, in my case, setting up a 2-at-the-same-time-appointment-paid-by-one-credit-card option. I had posted a negative review when I got very frustrated trying all sorts of ways to set up the double-appointment, but then Thuy and Reiko contacted me and helped work around the Square reservation system. Thuy and Reiko are the most professional pedicurists I've exposed my toes to, very attentive to detail, no sense of rushing. If you're like me, who considers a pedicure to be a social event with friends, plan well enough ahead by leaving a message for them to help you set up the same-time appointments. 2 people at the same time max. ¡I wish them well! read more

Duo Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

Rieko is very detail oriented and does a great job! Love her style and work. Most important is how much I can trust her and always feel relaxed and taken care of read more

I followed Thuy from her previous employer to her very own nail salon! Thuy and Rieko are so nice and are very talented nail technicians! I came in today for a gel pedicure and left a happy customer! Thuy's gel pedicures last me a good 6-8 weeks! Tips: park near West Elm. Take the elevator up to the 2nd floor. Duo Studio is inside Salon Republic in the first hallway on your right. read more

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Hey Yelp, you're going to need more stars to do Duo Studio justice. Thuy is incredibly skilled at doing nails and gives amazing foot massages that can turn a bad day around. The studio is incredibly clean, parking is easy, and Thuy has great taste in music. Getting a pedicure went from being a (sometimes painful) chore every few months to being a highlight of every week I can make the time to go. I will never go anywhere else. read more

I can't emphasize how much I adore Thuy and Reiko. They've been my nail stylists for a couple of years now and I can't imagine going to anyone else. Both meticulous, creative and just wonderful. Just the best! read more

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I have known Thuy and Rieko for a very long time and these ladies are the bomb. Like many small businesses they were affected by the pandemic but they survived!They are professional, friendly, knowledgeable. Thuy has been my go-to gal for pedicures for years. Studio space is clean and neat, great music in the background that isn't jarring (and I'm a finicky classical music gal) and they have a lot of service and color options. Lots of parking at the Paseo with validation. And the online reservation system makes things so easy for busy people like you and me. You can't go wrong. Happy feet for me! read more

Omg I love my nails!! Rieko is so talented. I definitely will never go anywhere else. She can do anything you want. Rieko and Thuy's are the best. Definitely will book with them again. read more

Duo Studio - Love my nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

I searched long and hard to find a good nail artist. I met Rieko at the prior salon she worked at and have followed her ever since. She is amazing and so sweet. She is so creative and detailed in her nail art. I love that her and Thuy have opened up a new salon together. They are both amazing nail artists and their studio is cute and intimate. I would definitely recommend making an appointment with them! read more

Duo Studio - Gorgeous nail art by Rieko! - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

I absolutely Loved this place! I was looking for a place like this.. I'm soooo happy I found it. One on one service, they take their time, clean, Great customer service and very very talented girls handmade designs i highly recommend this place! See you soon girls read more

Thuy and Reiko, the most talented nail people in town, recently opened their own salon and they are both amazing. They take nails and nail art very seriously. They are perfectionists. I have my nails done monthly and I get nothing but raves and compliments about them all month long. Highly recommend you give them a try. I am totally impressed. read more

I just had a pedicure today. Nice place and very friendly people. A bit pricey but definitely worth every penny! I'd highly recommend them to my friends. read more

I randomly came across Duo Studio through a Yelp search as I'm currently looking for a new nail salon. This was my first visit with Rieko and it was a wonderful experience! Both Rieko and Thuy were very welcoming and super friendly. You can tell they take pride in their work by their attention to detail when it comes to their nail services and the cleanliness of their space. I left very happy with my pedicure and will definitely return. Quick tips: - They are located within Salon Republic at Paseo Colorado (West wing of Paseo, where Equinox, Noor and El Cholo are located) - Parking: Park in the structure on the corner of Green and Marengo (vs the underground parking lot). You can use the bridge to cross Marengo to enter Paseo Colorado. Validation available - Book appointments online: this system is SUPER convenient and easy to use. I literally made my appointment on the same day and could see all time slots available for the day. read more

Rieko did such an amazing job - this was the best nail-removal service I've ever had! I had tips and dip powder on from a previous manicure and needed them removed before I start work next week (I use my hands a lot at work and can't have polish or long nails). Normally when I get nails like this taken off, they're ripped off and it hurts! However, Rieko was gentle, took her time, and it didn't hurt a bit! I'll definitely be back in the future! She was friendly, kind, and wonderful at her job. I'm happy to have such a great nail artist so close to where I live! read more

DuoStudio is a wonderful nail salon. Thuy and Reiko are highly skilled and very gracious and warm. Try it - you won't be disappointed.

The best nail salon I've found. Rieko and Thuy are fantastic artists. They are meticulous with their work and do an incredible job. On top of their amazing manicures and pedicures (and beautiful nail art), they are both so warm and kind. Love getting my nails done here! read more

In town on business and made a last minute appointment. Best manicure and pedicure I've ever had. Both ladies are sweet and very talented. I wish I lived here because this would be my go to nail spot! read more

Amazing service! Super friendly staff! I showed her a picture and she didn't exactly what I wanted!! read more

Duo Studio - Nail Salons Near Me - Pasadena, California

Watch out Pasadena ... here is a legend in the making. Rieko and Thuy just opened their own nail salon and we couldn't be more thrilled for them. They are simply the best nail artists in the business, and beyond that, they are warm souls that fill the room with positivity. I get the gel mani with simple nail art and my hand is transformed into a tapestry! Can't recommend them enough! read more

If you want to experience a duo of talented, stylish and kind creative nail artists - you need to visit Duo Studio. Thuy & Rieko have established a cosy haven for anyone looking for a comfortable, private and professional studio. They are the only technicians I will go to now, once you experience their level of care and design talent - you won't go anywhere else. read more

Reiko does a beautiful job with nails and takes such care during the whole process. Highly recommend!

Two of the BEST in LA have teamed up. Best nail spot, period. Only compaint is that it is often difficult to get an appointment as they're so in demand. read more

I followed two of my favorites from a salon I went to for 4 years. Thuy and Rieko are hands down the best at their craft. I didn't know my short little nails could be filed to make my short stubby fingers appear long and sculpted! They really consider the shape of your hands as well as what you use your hands for (I am at a keyboard all day long). Making appointments online is a snap. Their warm hospitality is so welcoming. They have a great variety of services with reasonable prices! read more

This place was amazing! I brought in a photo of what I wanted and they did such a good job with it - it was exactly what I wanted! Highly recommend. read more

Great new salon in Pasadena. Excellent gel manicure and pedicure by experienced professionals today. Conveniently located at Paseo Pasadena with validated parking. Adjacent Equinox on 2nd floor. read more

Thuy & Rieko are very talented nail artists & are kind, amazing business women. Go see them for natural nails, gel nails and/or nail art. You will be back! read more

Rieko and Thuy are the best nail technicians (and the sweetest people)! Rieko has been doing my nails for years, I'm so excited for her and Thuy to have their own salon. read more

Such a chic boutique style nail spa. This boutique nail spa is located inside Salon Republic. It's a 2-manicurist salon. Very clean, detailed, meticulous work done by Reiko. Great selection of colors are also available. I loved my gel manicure and will visit again. Only recommendation is to move to a larger suite and hire additional manicurists in the event customers prefer 2 services at once (mani/pedi etc). Overall beautiful nail spa! read more

You will relax and be well cared for if you're wise enough to spend some time at DuoStudio! The salon is clean and well-tended. And Thuy and Rieko really know their craft. Can't recommend these two highly enough. (After all, I've followed them from TWO salons)! read more