****SCREAMS WITH EXCITEMENT****** I've never been happier with my nails in my life! 1. Looked at a photo to choose shape (yes please) 2. Movie on the tv for my viewing pleasure (thank you) 3. Nails come out perfect (1st time this ever happened) 4. Sweetest pup lounging close by (yes please) I had a full set put on at a salon in santa cruz for a wedding - - I'll be completely honest, they looked like light pink chiclets and were lifting hardcore. No bueno. My horrible press on nails were carefully taken off and a whole new set put on. Length was perfect (I type a lot...). When it came to color choice, I just said I wanted the reddest red. Bam. Got what I asked for. This is a hidden gem in Oakland - - and yes, the price is worth the quality (CASH ONLY). My nails are supremely legit now...and now I can never move away :( read more

I should have looked at the review dates before coming in. Definitely do not recommend, you can only pay in cash, service is rude, my appointment felt rushed. I gave them 2 stars just because I was able to just go in and do not have to wait. But she didnt even remove my cuticles, she doesnt take the time to paint through your whole nail and overall is very mediocre. Also, for the location, services and overall place, it is verg expensive. My gel was $30. Definitely not worth it read more

Envy Nails - Mediocre gel nails, poorly done, no cuticle was removed - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I've been here twice and I'm deciding for myself to not go again. But, they do really great work here with nails. Jenny hooked me up each time I went. I loved her shaping for my coffin nails & my gel lasted for 3 weeks, it could have lasted even longer to be honest, but I was ready for a change. Now to the stuff I didn't like .... They are a bit pricey for me. Their shop isn't updated or any new renovations and in the hood, but they charge hefty prices. And their customer services is not all that, lowkey rude. Also, I like places that have more nail technicians available. It seems like there is only two people that do nails & one older woman who does pedicures. I also value consistency in pricing and my first time going my gel fill was 40 and then the next time it was $50.. I think that's pretty expensive. With no added designs or anything. Medium length. I also don't like that a rule they have is to pay before the work is complete. You can only use cash. I don't think this place is horrible, horrible. Just not up to my liking. Probably won't be back. But, it's definitely a situation where you should check it out yourself and see what you think. read more

So on a late Friday evening,, I decided to give this place a try again because they were the ONLY PLACE not packed,, i see why..Lol She wanted 75$ for a coffin shape long nail w/gel color.. Wooww way over the top.Her attitude hasnt changed much though.. Lol. Rude as heck.. Anywho.. My nails are a dissapointment.. Polish wet an hour later which means i wiill have to go to another shop for fixing tomorrow.. regarding the quality of work..Well my nails are NOT shap3d evenly and the polish is streaky Pricing and attitude are HORRIBLE..I wish i would pay 75$ for a gel set of this bullcrap..My 2 worst set of nails came from this place..Next time i will pass on nails if it comes down to this shop again.. So its tge next day and as pictured they look like crap. I will be at another shop today to have them go over her work.. read more

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I wanted to try a new shop and based upon the reviews that I read I figured I'd try this one. I called at 6:03pm to see if I could come in just to get the polish changed on my toes and a design and they told me yes. I was then asked how soon could I come in and I told them in 15 minutes in which they told me ok. I arrived by the location 14 minutes after I called and they had the location closed up with the gate so I called back. When I called the same person who answered the phone told me that I said I'd be there 15 minutes ago and that they were waiting for me but now at this point I would have to reschedule even after I informed them of our conversation. I thought that was very unprofessional and that they have lost a customer before getting a chance to gain one especially with how consistently I go to the nail shop. read more

Envy Nails - This is the call log info. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I came in today last minuet along with a friend but that's no excuse for an employee to act rude or annoyed. (One of the ladies rolled her eyes when I walked in and asked for a mani.) Terrible service. The other Asian lady who did my nails doesn't speak English (I'm assuming) since she was incapable of using words to tell me where to place my hands. Instead she forcefully placed them where they needed to be. And later on I heard her speaking very good English. I guess she's just a b***h who does speak perfect English but likes to play dumb. My nails look like I did them myself. They're already chipped. And the lady who did my nails missed some spots on my nails while applying the polish. She didn't even take her time. She probably spent 10 minutes on them. And she told me to pay first?? That's never happened to me before. That's just weird. She definitely didn't get a tip. Even my friends and boyfriend commented on my nails and said I could have done all that myself. I wasn't expecting this to be a fancy nail salon since its in a ghetto area, but I also wasn't expecting to see multiple dog/cat crates stacked in the corner of the salon. That's unsanitary! Overall the salon was dirty looking. And the area it's in is scary. I won't be coming back here. I'd rather spend $35 on a mani elsewhere instead of spending $12 and being treated badly. And by the way, I was not rude to these ladies AT ALL. That shows what kind of character they have. I guess they don't value their business since they're rude to customers. I hope they read this and because want them to know I typed this review while sitting in their dirty salon. read more

Envy Nails - Animal crates in a nail salon? Gross! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Everybody knows SARAH and her 2 sisters!!! Remember them from ol' skool Steve Nails on 73rd or from Glamour Nails on High st? Remember how she moved to the East coast? Well... she's back in town and now at Envy's! Woop woop =) Envy Nails offer everything from special colored/glitter acrylics, designer tips, nail art by hand or ol' skool airbrush, spa chairs with upgrade options, full body waxing, and eye lash extensions. Schedule an appointment for a nail party or for your bi-weekly maintenance visit. I love this place and the flat screen, LOL. My nails last up to a month without a fill or a broken nail but I'm here every week for the weekly pampering/bonding with the employees and clients. It's very clean with new equipment in a fun loving atmosphere. Hope to meet you there =) read more

Super rude. Never go back. Can't stand these people. So many other better businesses around. Probably don't clean their equipment either.

Okay so this part is an update I received my first pedicure today 05/11/17 after taking them on last year around November I believe ... anywho.! Price: $25 hot stone spa pedicure $20 gel polish $5 to remove previous gel & I had acrylic tips ..which I had a fill but I can't remember he cost for that. I don't know the older ladies name..but she's the primary nail tech that does the pedicures. I have yet to see her do any hand sets..(fine by me) .. Well she was really great and gentle..not rough at all..I'm not sure how strong her English is as she didn't talk much..but I wasn't looking for much that needed to be said...just a simple gel polish pedi.. Tip: $5 charge to remove gel polish. And yes they remove it correctly ..with the foil.. pic will be provided for proof. So she took her time( yes I used the work "took") ..massaged my feet ..no rush job. I had the hot stone pedicure..(amazing and relaxing) ... she was thorough when it came to exfoliating my feet.(she did it twice ) Other than that..I will give them a second round of my toes.. It's not the fanciest of shops when it comes to decor.but all the ladies are pleasant. And give respect and quality work. So yeah some people may not want to pay their prices because ..they aren't receiving champagne upon entrance. Looks have nothing to do with quality. Yeah I know I'm going hard. But I believe in their work. And I've went a mont and some change without a fill. And no one nail broke or lifted. read more

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After my nail shop permanently closed I was devastated..I was lost...I didn't know where to go for high caliber, high quality nails- nails that met my standards. I searched high and low and had some really bad nail days...until one magical day I stumbled upon Envy Nails. Jenny is a nail angel! She saved me and my hands(and my eyebrows and lashes too!) my nails are always perfection, life is good again! Can I give them 6 stars??!! read more

Envy Nails - Holiday worthy nails! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Sucks to read some of the yelpers complain about this place. I was a little nervous to try this place because of the location. But once I walk in I was greeted immediately. I just need a fill and wanted to try out a new design. Sarah did an excellent job, she did it just the way I like it, very square. I decided to try out the scatter, and I like it a lot. Sarah is easy to get along with. Try her out..but I was told the best day to come in are Mon, Tue and Wed. Also, I think most those ladies that be standing in the corner of international goes there too..Hey no offense! read more

I was contacted by the owner Sarah, very nice nothing compare to her worker Jenni. Sarah offered her services at no charge to compensate for the error that was done. Thank you Sarah! read more

So I come in here, get started on my nails. I don't look Vietnamese so I always end up hearing people talk shit. I honestly didn't think they would but they did! On top of that, she charged me for length when she end up filing down hella! 65$ for a full set with gel. I guess it's okay but for her too have my nail crooked?!? That's not okay. Has hella attitude for no reason when I haven't done nothing but greeted her and all. I told her I wanted certain colors and 2 coats but yet she did a whole different thing on how she thought was good. And she used different glitters so my nails are crooked and different. LMAO. DONT GO HERE. read more

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Waxer totally scammed me. Last week I needed a last minute bikini wax and could not go to one of my usual spots. I called in to make an appointment and asked for the price, the man on the phone said it would depend. I didn't have time to call around in a new neighborhood, so I decided to show up thinking it can't be higher than $40. I have never paid outside of $20-$30 for this treatment that I've been having done occasionally for 10+ years. As I was getting my wax done, I asked the woman, who seems to run things, how much my extended bikini (front bikini zone and between the thighs- about 1.5 inches out from my vulva region) would be and she said $80! I was completely shocked. Going to European Wax Center doesn't cost nearly this much for a full Brazilian, including between the cheeks. I was visibly shaken because I am a nursing student with no job and felt totally scammed with this outrageous made up price (she knew I was a first time customer). The waxer could see I was about to cry so she lowered my price to $70 and waxed a tiny bit more hair than I think she planned to. I asked how much a Brazilian would be if bikini is $80, and I was told $100! This isn't even a spa salon or an upscale city. I paid and tipped but I will never be back again. The pricing was outrageous and I feel totally taken advantage of. Tracy European Wax center (pricier than the typical nail salon) charges around $42-$51 for the service I had done at Envy. They will get my business if my usual $25 nail spot is closed. read more

I had gotten my nails done at another salon before I went on vacation and they did a horrible job. They barely lasted a week. My coworker told me about this nail salon and after seeing the reviews I thought I would give it a try. They did an amazing job! I wanted something that would remind me of Hawaii and they did just that. I got tons of compliments. I will definitely be going back and referring everyone I know. read more

Envy Nails - Makes me think of blue water, plumerias and Mai Tai's. Loved it! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

They are super rude here! Eyes rolling, don't look at you, all that comes with being rude... I was not greeted upon walking in, and they had one customer getting a pedicure. I sat down for a gel acrylic fill and the lady tells me it will be $43... $43?!? Everywhere is less than $30. And this place is a wreck. The chairs are old and torn. It's a mess. I left. No services. I will never return. You shouldn't either. read more

I LOVE ENVY & I LOVE SARAH! She is LIFE she's don't my nails twice and I can't see myself going to any other nail tech! If you want quality work & u want a fun, clean environment, with lots of nail polish choices by the way GO TO ENVY!!!!!! read more

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If you have any kind of standard or less than mediocre standards do not show up. Came here because I found this place on yelp and thought I would give them a try. SO MUCH ATTITUDE FOR NO REASON. I came on a Saturday and the place was empty, that should have been a queue. If you want to be greeted by a dirty dog walking all over the place, poor hygiene and sassy attitude come here! If not, avoid this place at all cost. "Jenny" was annoyed because I asked why she did not removed the cuticles from my nails. She rolled her eyes and stated it would be another $10 to remove the cuticle. OK, fine with the $10, but why the rolling of the eyes like that? I am not being rude, or nasty and said please and thank you. It would be nice to at least post it on the price sign. I thought that was a standard, when getting your nails done,but I thought wrong. She also does not paint all the way down to the nail beds, and is offended when I ask for a 3rd coat. NO WONDER THIS PLACE WAS EMPTY!!!!!! Sometimes you just have to do what the client is asking for even if you don't agree with that 3rd coat they may want! read more

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I love Jenny & Sarah they both do great work, it cost to be the boss, but they NEVER disappoint. Very well kept establishment and they love who loves them, I've gone to them for YEARS, & because of the quality of the nails! I definitely recommend. read more

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So I came to this place looking for good nail tech I feel I got way overcharge I have gotta full set $80 with Gel and pedicure $50 with Gel are usually spend about $100 but here I ended up paying $139 and I feel like I have gotta rip off and the only reason I feel like that is because my full set was even fill in right and now my big toe hurts really bad like she cut me or something, Sarah was my nail tech and I didn't get the lady name who did my pedicure and I ask her when I come back how much would my fill will be and she said about $30 so I'm like idk if I will be bad here just cause they're charging too high and the work isn't even that good. If you're charging that high then your work should be perfect and I don't feel like my nails were done perfect even though I got there at 5:30 and didn't leave till 830 still not be though, read more

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I have been here twice. Took me two times to say that I will not be back. Jenny does an awesome job but the prices are ridiculous. I paid $65 for coffin shaped nails with no design just gel polish. That is the most I have ever paid plus it's not right! the shop is in the hood! I didn't even get champagne or a hand massage. I felt ripped off when I left. I've had better service else where. read more

Envy Nails - Like I said great job! But $65 with no design.. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

First and last time I come here. I paid $30 for a regular gel manicure, when it's normally $20-$25 elsewhere. There was little fuzz in my polish and it seemed like I was asking for too much when I asked to put polish over that. While she was filing my nails she stopped and asked me to pay her (okay...?). There was polish left on my skin, like I could've just done this at home if I knew my nails were going to look like this. read more

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As a regular client, I've always had acrylic nails. It was time for the acrylic to come off! With great advice from the ladies at this nail shop, I now get gel manicures that have strengthened my nails back to the way they used to be. I'm so thankful because they were once paper thin. I have no problem paying $30 for a quality gel manicure (plus there's over 400 gel colors to pick from) CAN'T BEAT IT. Bonus, my gel mani last me up to 4 weeks without chipping. read more

Envy Nails - Perfectly polished - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

NOT even close to GOOD. Bad neighborhood. Scary, actually! Older lady took way too long just trimming and cleaning my feet. 45 mins!?? And it's not like she was just giving me the special treatment- she was SLOW. And she couldn't see well so it was painful. She kept poking and cutting my skin. Ouch! Then someone else jumped in to finish me off (maybe because the old lady couldn't see? Or was going too slow!?) and did my French pedicure. It was fine when I left- but the next day it was totally chipping. Sheesh. At least it was cheap. Oh! And I noticed one of the other nail girls washing the clippers and other instruments IN THE SINK with soap and water? That was at the end of my pedi so I didn't say anything cuz by then it would have been too late. Gross! I hope I don't get a disease!! But that's what you get for a $15 pedi. :/ read more

Jenny is the queen of nails! Once a month I come to get my nails designed with the latest styles and colors. She delivers EVERY TIME! She charges more than other places in the area but, for good reason. My nails stay PUT! No lifting, no cracking... and did I mention that I only visit once a month? Mmmm hmmm! Sara does some bomb ass nails too... I always admire her work! These ladies are worth the dough! WARNING: cash only! read more

Now when they say don't judge a book by it's cover it's so true !! I never been here before but my girlfriend took me here and I was immediately entertained upon arriving. I love nail salons with character and also good conversation. The wait time wasn't really that bad honestly I've waited at places longer then a hour but I wasn't really doing anything so I wasn't worried. Got a pedicure and even a nice decent massage they had accuracy to their speed but also their conversation. I also liked how they had diversity and a guy working in there as well that's always a good thing meaning their not close minded. My nails came out beautiful and I was very impressed she gave me what I asked for and I love how they had matte because I've always wanted it ! Thumbs up you guys !! read more

This message is for Sarah and the quiet lady that spends so much time on my feet. I will possibly bring my husband for a quick help massage on his feet. I hope Sarah and her team can help. Thank you so much. read more

All I can say is that it's a art to nail sculpting and Sarah has the gift! I've had the same manicurist for over 25 years and have never had anyone be able to come close to her craft. So this Saturday I made the decision to try Envy! Very clean salon first and foremost. I was somewhat hesitate at the hour wait with no appointment, but it was well worth it. Sarah's Mom actually trained by technician! I was so impressed by her professionalism that I had to write a review. I thought I would be put off by the pay first, but in all fairness it's better to know up front than to be surprised later. All in all, do not be put off by the reviews. They have all the latest nail designs and colours galore. Although the area may not be the best I find that it's where you will always find the BEST! read more

Went on a Tuesday. Had a busy day so I tried to get them right when they opened, only no one was there. After waiting 20 minutes I dipped. Something was calling me back. Was it the sketch neighborhood? Was it the gated up shop making you think the place had closed down? Whatever it was I came back in the afternoon and was glad I mucked up the courage to enter haha. They were super chill both girls worked on my nails but I think Sarah is the artist bc within one minute she turned my nails into banksey art piece! So sad when 14 days came bc shellac (which is about $30 here) truly only lasts 14 days on my nails. I was entertained with the ambiance as we were serenaded with a bikester who decked out his audio system (which sarah informed me was $800!). In closing, don't be skurred! =) read more

I have been getting my nails done at Envy Nails for years now, and would prefer to go no other place in Oakland because of the great precision both Sarah and Jenny use when taking care of me. It's been 1 week, and my hands and feet still appear freshly done. I always appreciate people who take pride in the quality of the service they provide as well as the end product (my nails!!). I also appreciate how intuitive they are to their clients; if you're thirsty, they offer you something to drink. Once I had a caffeine withdrawal headache, and Sarah paused while doing my nails, went in the back, and unexpectedly emerged with some hot instant Vietnamese coffee. She, Jenny and Grandma are such a blessing! I also appreciate how these women have remained in a neighborhood that isn't so great, and still thrive there. So many business owners relocate to places where the "money" is, and there are a very limited number of great nail salons that do acrylic nails. So I'm happy they are where they are. It also makes sense that they make you pay first when you truly consider where they are located. At the end of the day, they are a business, and their policies are posted on their wall. So you can make informed decisions of whether you want to be serviced, whether you like it or not. Lastly, since I have been going there for so long, I can appreciate that they are human... It's amazing how people assert their sense of entitlement when it comes to people who provide their services, no matter what it may be. People walk into nail salons, and assume people don't speak English, then talk to them as though they are ignorant. People expect that they can come in with an attitude, and they're supposed to be treated as though they're special. I believe great customer service is deserved when you make a genuine effort to be nice; the person providing your service is human like you... so you treat them with the same respect you desire to receive. Seeing the post from Izzy B. just proved the prejudices/racist thoughts she's clearly conveyed in her post, which she most likely projected by way of her communication (verbal and non-verbal) with the Envy Nails team. That would surely create an environment that made it difficult to be nice to her. The nails on my hands and feet have never been cleaner and clearer since I began going to Envy Nails in 2010, and to insinuate that the salon is dirty because it's not some gentrified "New Oakland" establishment is ridiculous. To top it off, the fact that 6 out of the 7 of Izzy's reviews are negative just goes to show how credible her reviews really are... such a complainer! I'm grateful Izzy and anyone else with her similar worldview and attitude won't be coming back... then I won't have to be uncomfortable in one of my favorite places to be in Oakland. Bye Izzy, stay out the hood, Hun! I LOVE my Envy Nails Team!! read more

Love Sarah! She's super easy to converse with while easily connecting about our nails talk. Lol. Super sweet. Will come back whenever I feel like not doing my own nails again. read more

Envy Nails - Thanks Sarah! Simple yet, stunning. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I drive all the way from Concord to get my nails done properly by Ms. Sarah. Her work is phenomenal! There's nothing she can't do when it comes to nails she's definitely a master of her craft. read more

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Terrible service, rude staff. I went in with my mom at 1230pm on monday, they were cleaning the floor. They did not even welcome us well at all, no smile whatsoever. The one that did my mom's pedicure looked angry with her mouth, bad bad nonverbal communication. Definitely not going back!!! Horrible! read more

Envy Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Sarah is the absolute best! Fast, efficient, she is an awesome nail artist and just knows what she is doing.. I will be back, she is one of the best technicians I have had. read more

Envy Nails - Sarah-leopard, matte and black striped nail, poca-dot and lined nail with green. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Been coming here for 10 years , ive tried other nail salons and no matter where i go or get im never satisfied with my nails . Here , Jenny is one of the best in the bay area ! Bit pricey but nails be on point ! Full sets and Fills lasts at least 3 weeks :) and she also does custom colors if color isnt available at the moment read more

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I'm really picky and used to go to a very well-known shop in San Leandro. I got fed-up of having to wait over an hour for my appointment time because they didn't respect my scheduled time and took walk-ins. Nickel and dimed me for everything and wound up leaving not too happy and late. I decided to see what shop would suit my needs in my area and after a few misses I ran into this place, and can I tell you... Envy Nails is GREAT!!! Sarah is AMAZING! She's fast and really good at what she does. Normally my nails lift within a week or two. After I started seeing Sarah, I only have to go in once a month. And how odd is it that you run into someone from years back and they still remember you... Jenny, I've known her for years back when she used to do my mom's nails in San Ramon and to find out that she is working there is so cool! My mom loves her, Jenny was the only one that was allowed to do her nails and she is pickier than I am! So you have 2 girls that really know what they are doing and to top it they are super nice. The place is clean and I have no complaints at all. I'm happy I found this place.. read more

Eyelash and eyebrows only. Pedicure is good but each set of feet are different. Some need more care

I haven't had my nails done in over five years. They did such a great job! You should definitely come here if you want quality work. Just make sure you have a couple of hours to spare. The staff is so welcoming and nice. And the pictures that you see are completely accurate. I will definitely come back here. read more

Envy Nails - Purple stiletto nails with gold spikes. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I was referred to this place from a friend on Facebook I finally got an appointment and now Im a every two week customer. The service is great they are more concerned about quality of the work than the quantity of customers which is perfect for me. Everytime I visit I feel like they are catering to me. They design nails extremely well and can design according to your line of work. My nails stay on the entire two weeks with no lift. The designs are overlayed with a clear coat of gel clear for lasting design. Greatest shop ever read more

Envy Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

The best nail shop in Oakland. Friendly and fast service but they stay crowded because they are that good so be prepared to wait. They have the best colors and the newest polishes. Designs are off the hook. read more

Envy Nails - A little animal blinded out. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California