After spending a ton of time and money trying to find a new nail salon, I stumbled upon Glamour Nails Salon off Shattuck Ave. Not only is the salon quiet and clean, but the staff is actually incredibly nice. We've all experienced rude treatment at salons before, yet we keep paying them for a poor experience and average results. That is definitely not the case at Glamour. I have now gone to Sarah twice, and the results have been absolutely flawless both times. She is meticulous, takes her time, and makes sure you leave completely satisfied. My mani/pedi lasted four weeks without a chip. I've finally found my go-to spot! read more

NAILS DONT LAST. I came here and got an acrylic fill 8 days ago and the gel began peeling off 3 days later. At this point the gel has come off almost all my nails. Not only was I charged $60 for a fill, but the quality was terrible. Never coming back here. Wish I didn't have to say this, but honestly feel very ripped off. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Nails after 8 days... - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Took a friend here for a manicure for her birthday. My nails were splitting, a bit brittle, and short, so a technician suggested Gel-X to help them grow out, and it was my first time trying this. While I think this salon is decent at regular/gel manicures (my pedicure was great) I do not recommend going here for anything beyond that. A few things: - The color was not the one I selected. I selected a pearl color and it went on clear - I was reassured it would match the sample after three coats. It did not. - The polish wasn't drying properly, so the technician had to repaint my thumb several times. Each time she repainted she did so without a base coat, when I suggested she start with a base coat it finally stuck. - The top coat was not smooth at all, but patchy and I had to request they apply it over many nails - The glue under the Gel-X was so thick it actually cut my skin and I had to file it at home - The actual gel x nails started to fall off as soon as I got home. I asked another salon closer to where I live to reapply and they were shocked by the job that was done. - More nails kept falling off - 6 so far. It's been 3 days. I would have gone back to get this completely redone but I was traveling and am out of town for the holidays so I have to fix this elsewhere. Update on 12/22/23: Hi Glamour Salon team: Thank you for the offer to refill, but I have to travel to three cities this holiday (which is why I was hoping these nails would last). I had to squeeze in an appointment to a nearby salon to redo my nails. While I won't be coming back, I would appreciate a refund of the manicure (not the pedicure or the tip), if possible. read more

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I took my daughter in to have her acrylic nails removed. They did a TERRIBLE job, leaving some of the acrylics attached, grinding almost all the way through my daughter's nail in other places...(yes, she is in pain!!!), and leaving her nails a jagged glue covered mess. The sign said $15 for acrylic removal, and they had the nerve to charge us $25 after destroying my daughter's nails and not even fully removing the acrylics. read more

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First and last time visiting this place. It's filthy! They also use the same nail tools customer after customer. I mentioned that they did not properly do my nails as they had no apex. Do better!!! read more

Been here for a couple pedicures now, and I can say from my most recent visit that they've done a great job with their health and safety protocols. They leave the doors wide open for air flow, hand sanitizer is waiting for you, and there is plexiglass dividing you and the technician and you and the other customers. I haven't seen this at all nail salons so it definitely sets them apart from the rest! I did a walk-in on my most recent visit (my first pedi in over a year!) and they were able to get me in within about 15mins. No complaints about the pedicure and they were a really pleasant team of ladies. That pedicure lasted me for quite awhile! $30 for a pedicure and they prefer cash. Definitely recommend! read more

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Sarah took care of me today with a simple gel French tip manicure and cared for a nail that ripped off my skin and did the best she could with repair. She was very nice and understanding and accommodated what I wanted. I love going to nail shops where the employees feel like they're a people-person and actually love what they do. I was supposed to write this review a while ago it was sitting in my drafts but I have to shout out Sarah! I still remember her and it's been MONTHSSS! read more

I walked in for a manipedi. The ladies warmly welcomed and gave me the best mani pedi that still lasts over a month (see photo). I've been getting mani pedis for years. These ladies did the best out of all the places I've tried. Not rushed, carefully took their time, listened and executed as I requested I told them that I wanted my nails to look natural, not thick. She took the time to carefully buff it down thin enough to look natural. I chose a spring yellow color, they recommended to color just the tips and I received lots of compliments on this style. Will definitely be back even though I have to drive about 1/2 hour to get there. read more

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Came in with my friend to do gel x extensions, however, we were very disappointed due to the fact that it was not gel x at all. Ive gotten gel x all my life, and what they did to our nails were just like the normal press on nail kits you can buy at cvs. 5/10 nails popped right off that same night that we got them done. although i do not know how their other services are, i do not recommend doing gel x at this location. read more

Sarah is the truth! She shaped the hell out of my nails and made sure that I was pleased with everything every step of the way. Her attention to detail was amazing and you could tell that she is a perfectionist with her craft. There are only a few spots in this town that do dip powder and trust, this will be my spot from now on. I will definitely be back! read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Autumn Orange Nails (Dip Powder) - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Glamour Nails is the move, y'all. Powder Dip has been the move, if you aren't on this trend... try it out. Your nails will thank you! If you're interested in powder dip, ask for Sarah. She's MY GIRL. Sarah has been my nail tech since I first moved to the East Bay, 2 years ago. 10/10 recommend but plz be sure to call ahead to avoid a wait time. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Powder Dip - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is probably the worst nail shop to ever come to. A friend and I decided to come due to the mediocre reviews. We both got dipping powder on our natural nails and a pedicure. Two days later the dipping powder on both of our nails startted to crack. I've been getting dipping powder for over two years now and it has never cracked like this. I went back to get a five nails fixed and I was hopeful it wouldn't happen again. While I was getting my nails fixed another lady walked in with the same problem. Keep in mind, we both got our nails done the same day but different time frames. Moral to the story three people that same day came back to the nail shop to get their nails fixed. After getting my nails fixed, two days later four nails are cracked again. I am honestly disappointed with the quality and products they use here. It was $40 down the drain and I am in hopes they will give me my money back so that I can go to another place that does a better job read more

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I loved the service but my gel manicure was not worth $40. My nails chipped on the THIRD day. It was very unfortunate. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Chipped nail on third day - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Absolutely in love with this nail salon, and absolutely heartbroken I found them after a year of living in Berkeley, when I will now be moving to Sacramento. It's so hard to find a good nail place, and I found the best one too late! I found them completely on accident and I was looking for anyone to do dip nail, and they do! I called and had an appointment a couple hours later with Sarah! She let me choose from several colors, and I asked for multiple things to be done and she did them all! Like to a T! I couldn't be happier with my nails!! I definitely recommend Sarah, and dip nails!!! I got the color "baby's breath" and I am honestly obsessed! I did a square rounded shape and kept some of my length! It was $40! They have the cutest nail design stickers as well that are 2 for $6! Super cute Louis Vuitton gold ones if you're into that! Sarah made sure to make sure I was comfortable and I love this place SO much and I hope i make it back before I move! even continued conversation with me! I also love the water bowl with the lemon slice and rose petals to soak your fingers in! read more

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I never in my life experienced someone yelling or getting upset because I requested my nails to be done a certain way. When I tell you she yelled talking to the other lady. I even apologized to calm her down. I believe if I'm paying my money for something I have the right to have it the way I want. At that point she refused, to do my nails. It's unfortunate that the nail technician reacted with such negativity when you requested a certain style. As a paying customer, it's completely reasonable to expect your preferences to be respected. Additionally, it's concerning that she wanted to forcefully remove your nails after causing harm. It's understandable that you no longer wanted her to continue. It's important to find a salon that values customer satisfaction and provides skilled nail technicians. read more

This is where I get my pedicures and my gel extensions. My nail technician is Sarah. I have been going to her for 2 years, since i moved to Albany. She is very gentle and genuine and that's why i continue to come to her only: she takes her time with your service. I'm always satisfied. Here are my nails I got yesterday. Sarah is always flexible with schedule and she is definitely worth any price read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Gel extensions - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I have been for more than 4 nail salon's so far but this place ... this place is more than 5 star. I loveeeee this place, Sarah was very nice and welcome, she made sure my mom and I are comfortable. my mom did pedicure and manicure she loved it, and I did pedicure the one on this photo, she is so great on her job. Amazing service. I'll definitely be visiting again for my manicure. Thank you Sarah!! read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I loooooooved my nails. The nail artist named HANH is awesome. She's the best in the whole Bay Area. Highly recommended. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - I loooooooved my nails. The nail artist named HANH is awesome. She's the best in the whole Bay Area. Highly recommended. - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

They seem like nice people but the craft is not good here. I went in needing a fill on an acrylic set, my nails were long and almond shaped, the acrylic the lady used was lumpy and she did not seem to understand that I wanted my nails smooth, all the same shape and consistency. I gave her a chance to correct it a second time and it still looked terrible. This was supposed to be my Mother's Day weekend set of nails but they were ruined and I ended up leaving with my nails cut off because she refused to fix them. Just to think I came in with long nails which I intended to have filled and left with short nails because I felt I had no other option. When I asked her to make my nails short, she just chopped them off didn't try to shape or file them. I asked if my appointment was over and she said "yes, you go somewhere else". (Lol) I was never rude with these people I think she just knew she messed my nails up and wasn't going to be able to fix them to my expectations, so she chose to cut my nails off and send me on my way. When I asked for them to be cut as a last resort I would at least think she would try to make them look decent but she didn't give a care. They were just not caring or compassionate for the customer. It's Mother's Day weekend for crying out loud. I'll never go back there !!! read more

Glamour Nail Salon - End result. I had to buy a nail file and file them myself - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

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My nails hurt even more and some have even developed a red rim around the edges. I never knew getting my nails done would be this painful. I would highly recommend others to not come here unless you want a painful nail experience. read more

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A small establishment with only about 4 chairs, this spot does a good job on the nails. Definitely more of a barebones operation: bathroom could use some work, and the space is far from posh. However, both women who worked on my hands and feet did a great job on the cuticles and the nails, with a solid arm and leg massage. A solid choice of nail colors: not overwhelming with 20 different whites, but a nice array of color options. A regular mani-pedi rings in at $35. I'll 100% come again! read more

Friendly service but all of my cuticles are scabbed and there are little black dots in my nails like bits of sand I think because it didn't cure long enough read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Worst manicure I've ever gotten. She's very fast but that's because she's careless and she made me bleed - 4 spots to be exact. Now they didn't bleed like crazy or anything but it hurt really bad when she then put the polish on the top. I really hope that she did sterilize the tools. I know she felt sorry about it but she could have tried to slow it down. The actual work wasn't good either. She missed some edges of my nails. I spent 30 bucks getting French tips with gel manicure and I felt so not worth it considering what I ended up getting. Getting a manicure is supposed to be enjoyable but it's really painful here. I noticed that some other reviews pointed out that they had a painful experience as well and I really wish I had checked the reviews seriously before I came here. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Missed the edges - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Review for nail technician Sarah Thank you so much for doing my acrylic nails today! So beautifully done; paid extra attention and care to nails. Made sure over and over again that I was content with the color and length. Very friendly. Thanks again! read more

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I would give 10 stars if I could! My family and I have been getting our nails done with Sarah and Hahn for the past 6 years or so. They are the only nail techs I completely trust in Berkeley. They offer a wide range of colors, styles and services which is a huge plus because me and my sisters all have different tastes for nails. Feel free to bring photos of nail inspo and they will execute. read more

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Our nails look spectacular!!! My cuticles look clean, I experienced nominal pain (a second or two under the UV light), and I LIKE that it was a short mani. And it was empty most of the time so we got free massages from their massage chairs. The bad: We booked 3 of us for a 3:30 appt, and only 1 of us went at that time. It was a 20-minute wait after appt time till I got started. Also, they don't have the gel nail swatches like most places. Instead, you pick a color from the regular nail polish selection and they attempt to match it. I like the color I got, but it's not really the color I picked. I'd go back tho! The gal whose name I already forgot bc im not great at that was super nice and gave us a genuinely warm goodbye upon leaving. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I rarely leave bad reviews for places, especially locally-owned. But this is truly the worst gel manicure and pedicure I've ever gotten. Half of my toes are only partially panted - as in, naked nail on half and a glob of paint on the other half. My fingers aren't much better, there's a huge gap between the gel and my cuticle. And I don't mean that neat space good places do - I mean like it's a straight line and a full centimeter from my end of the nail. Many fingers began lifting before I even left the salon. Finally, one of my thumbs wasn't cured properly. I was tired and there were a few other people in the salon so I left without saying anything so to not raise a ruckus. But I definitely would recommend finding another salon. read more

I got a gel manicure and I am very pleased! Pros- - It was $25 - The lady was extremely quick! Took her a little over 30 minutes - Good job (not perfect, but good!) It's not a fancy salon and they didnt have a ton of color choices, but good enough. Will be going again! read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Nails by Sarah. She did a great job!! She took her time and really seems to love her work. I thought it was great that she uses an air drying technique on dip nails to avoid the UV light. Definitely recommend this salon if you're in the area! read more

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Amazing service. I got a mani and a pedi, and Sarah made the whole experience just easy and comfortable. Everyone else was just as inviting. Great cleaning, great designs, and very patient because I was so indecisive and kept switching. I go to so many different nail salons but this one is definitely going to be my go-to. 5 stars all around. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I drive by this little shop everyday and decided to finally stop for my long overdue acrylic fill today. So glad I did! Bao (Sarah) did an amazing job. She listened to my concerns about sensitive cuticles and was gentle and finally someone gave me the shape that I love! Definitely my new go to salon. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I go to this salon every few weeks for a mani and I always have a great experience! I get a dip powder manicure and it last for weeks! Love it. read more

I wanted a gel manicure before I went into labor. Specifically, I wanted the design of baby foot prints on my nails. Hey, if I'm going to be in pain, I might as well have something pretty to look at. As I was on my maternity leave, I went to the salon smack in the middle of the week and middle of the day; there was damn near no other customer there . My beautician had never done the foot print design before but she was willing to take a stab at it. I think she was being modest because she did an amazing job. It has been 6.5 weeks since she painted my nails and you can barely see any chipping. This is officially my new nail spot in the East Bay. read more

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I normally get my nails done in Dublin But decided to try this place out because it is near my house. It is a small little place and normally there isn't a lot of people there. I normally get a pedicure twice in a month and I'm normally at the nail shop for two hours (this includes the full set I get at the same time) but these ladies were really fast and the quality of the work was nice. The tools however didn't seem as hygienic and clean but the outcome was really nice. However my full set that I got made my nails look a bit chubby but overall I would go back but it's definitely not my go to place read more

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This was my first time getting dip powder nails and I absolutely loved how easy and beautiful it turned out to be! Sarah did my nails and I highly recommend her for nail art. She did exactly what I asked for and plan on coming back to her! read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Dip powder nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I had such a lovely experience at this nail salon. Friendly staff and great nails. They really took their time and made it a spa experience. I will absolutely be going again! read more

I got a beautiful matching acrylic set & toes by Vicky. Getting my toes done was a really relaxing experience, while she did my acrylics quickly and precisely. The price was very reasonable in comparison to other places around Berkeley. Overall the staff was really sweet and it was a great experience! Definitely will come back. read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Beautiful matching acrylic set & toes by Vicky! - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

12/6/19 I got a full set with designs and a gel pedicure .... the lady that did my pedicure was Rough af and seemed to be annoyed to even be there. Was throwing things in the tub when she was emptying/cleaning , passive aggressively missing hitting my feet with the items . Then the lady that did my full set literally cut me a couple times . She was rough too . The supplies were dull and instead of getting new ones she just filed harder or pressed harder ... then I get home and I realize the powder that waon 6 nails are glow in the dark .... I only give it 2 stars cause they're not completely Terrible . Wouldn't recommend this place though and I'm definitely not going back (OH AND they charged me $103 in total) read more

Glamour Nail Salon - My thumb nail is bigger all around . The 2 pink nails have changed to white and they're glow in the dark wth - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I came here to treat myself after finishing my finals. I thought that their pricings are quite reasonable - $25 for a gel manicure. It wasn't too expensive, so I decided to get a gel manicure for the first time. Two minutes in and I was horrified with their work. All the equipment (nail clippers, nail filer, sponge, cuticle cutters), were used, and she did not bother wiping them at all before using them on my nails. After filing my nails, she dusted them off with a sponge. I could still see nail shavings on my nails when she started applying coatings onto my nails. During the process of painting my nails, one of the other customers in the salon had accidentally scratched her toe nail and needed some retouching. The lady working on my nails retouched the toe nail (which involved touching the toes), before returning to help me without washing her hands. The lady worked pretty fast, and in less than half an hour, my nails were done. I was very impressed with the result. However, I was again a bit grossed out when she massaged my arms with oil that made my skin feel super soft. The gross part was that there was still nail dust and shavings on my arms, but I guess she didn't notice or cared. Anyways, I really liked the fast service and pricing. My nails actually didn't chip for a month either. I just wished that they were mindful of hygiene and keeping the equipment clean. read more

In love with this salon! Staff is very kind and patient!! They made the experience so great. They took their time and was so in love with my mani and pedi. I got marble nails, some stones on my nails, and matte topcoat. I've been so in love!! I get so many compliments. I highly highly recommend this place!!! read more

Glamour Nail Salon - Acrylic nails with design (matte, marble, stones) - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

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