Nice to have a local nail spot in the little neighborhood pocket of Capitol Hill! Super walkable and near a couple of other bar/restaurants in that little few block radius. They are always a spot to say yes to customers, even when they are busy, they do not want to turn away business. Then it's just up to the particular nail tech you get. I've been pretty satisfied "most" of the time, but not always 100%. I don't like checking people's work when I'm at the salon, so I really just want them to do a good job without me looking... worrying about it. And again, they usually do. One time, though, I had to "clean up" a pedicure, trimming my own nails and hanging skin at home, which I just paid and tipped someone to do this... and another time the chrome polish came off in a couple of days. I went back, they fixed it, but then another nail came off again a short time later. I don't know if this chrome gel option hasn't been perfected enough in general to last long or if it was something they did wrong here, in particular. But, of all the other visits, whatever quantity that is, I've been satisfied and do return. Signed up for the text promos, and that kind of made me mad because then they tried to say that no, I couldn't use the coupon because there was a minimum spend required to use the coupon which was never included in the text promo. Listen, you can't send out coupons to customers and then try to attach side caveats when they show up to give you business in-person. It's a horribly bad business decision to choose to do that to customers, it's like a bait and switch. And in general, just honor your coupons texted -- it's not smart or worth it to try and wiggle out of them. It's not that much money, so just honor your word or simply don't text at all! read more

I've been here several times and the experience is always chaotic. It's cramped, noisy, and often the staff switch off who is working on you without warning. Since beginning to go there, my nails have grown increasingly frail and break easily. I have realized it's because they are in such a hurry to get people in and out of the door that they scraped the keratin off my nails while removing the color. They use the Dremel to remove the color before and after the polish remover. They send out text messages for specials, but unless you mention them, you won't get them. You should also check their math when they add and give back change. I caught them in a $10 mistake (my favor). read more

Went there twice for a manicure. The customer service and quality of manicures (natural nails) is too inconsistent to make the low prices worth it. Visit 1: I requested a gel manicure. The nail technician insisted I get "dip" to "strengthen" my nails. I figured, why not, it had been awhile since I got my nails done. The original dip powder container was used (not ideal but it's so common I didn't care). The technician was pretty detailed and made sure the dip polish was thinned with her dremel tool, my nails looked good! Visit 2: original nail technician wasn't there and I asked for gel and once again pressured into dip. I requested a Jean blue for my nails, they didn't carry it and was given a significant darker shade but it wasn't horrible. I asked for cateye nails, and was informed that wasn't available & the salon needs to purchase. What added to the 1 rating: *The manicure was really poorly done by someone who is supposed to be a nail tech. *My nails were left uneven and were not filed. The cuticles were still very noticeable. *The dip powder was not thinned out and looked extremely thick on my nails once done. *When I sent the nail technician a tip she claimed it had not gone through. So, I tipped again. One of her colleagues came to see what was taking so long as it was near closing time; Turns out my nail tech for this already sad manicure received a $30 tip for horrible nails as she couldn't find a way to refund me my additional money. I left because I was just so very done with the experience. Thought I would return but I didn't. If you want dip or acrylics with basic options then this would be great for you. If sanitizing items doesn't bother you then this place is for you. The nail tools were not new and were clearly reused on multiple people. The inexpensive services are not worth the inconsistent work done by the technicians at this nail salon. Sad because there is potential for a small business, the employees just don't care about quality of work, it's more so, whether it's done. read more

I've gotten mani/pedi regularly for a little over a year here and have always walked out feeling refreshed with pretty nails. Just this last couple of months I've gotten a full set and fill and again they are great the shape I want and what I ask for. I've had Kelly, Chot, and Nhu do the work and always good. read more

UPDATE‼ They gave me a nail fungus on my hands and feet wow . Just wow also no resolution to them messing up my nails a few weeks ago. read more

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They don't actually take any appointments. Everything is rushed and it just feels like the McDonald's of nail salons. read more

Helena Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Denver, Colorado

My boyfriend and I walked in on a Friday afternoon around 330 to this Nail establishment. They were able to accommodate us quickly and put us in a chair each for pedicures and began our manicure and refill while we were getting our pedicure. My boyfriend likes to get color on his toes and typically at other nail salons. He receives a round shape. Here they squared out his shape on his nails, and they look wonderful. We decided to go for a Vail blue for him this time. It typically go with a shade of bread and they have plenty to choose from between the gel colors, the dips and the regular polish. We both got the deluxe pedicure which is $50 each. That's two upgrades from the basic pedicure. The massage with this pedicure was amazing. Both nail techs took their time in carefully delivering the services. It was relaxing from beginning to end. And I can't remember the last time that my nails were pristinely painted. My boyfriend then got an extra oil treatment at the end to help with his dry skin on both his feet and hands. My hands came out beautiful and usually around my cuticles. It still looks a little nicked up by the time I get done. However, today everything was beautifully done with care and comfort. I highly recommend this nail salon. The only drawback that I can see is that in the initial selling of the services, there is an upsell pitch that can go on a little long, but it worked for us. We did the upgrades and we really enjoyed the service. read more

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was never a huge fan of this place as I've had my nails done there before and they were just regular nail salon quality. But the last time I went there, I only got a manicure, it's been a week and my nails are so thin that they keep breaking and ripping. my nails were honestly fine before I went in. She must've drilled my nails so thin because they will not stop splitting. read more

Visiting from out of town. needed to find a salon quick and was a bit apprehensive from the reviews but decided to give it a try. it's a small salon but the work I saw and the work I had done was PHENOMENAL! I'm so glad I went. I had the dip powder. My nail tech was quick and so goooooood. I would highly recommend this place for nail service. thank you! read more

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I've been coming here for about a year. Everyone is great and Kelly is amazing! My nails were so busted this most recent time because I had let them go and she fixed them up beautifully, in just an hour! $65 + tip for refill and chrome. The overall vibe is great, I enjoy the music and cleanliness. The clientele is usually kind. read more

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Horrible Place. I never write reviews yet this is my first. They made me wait for 30 mins before seeing someone. The way they don't sanitize the areas before having a new client is crazy. I didn't want a new set of Gel X just a rebase. The person doing my nails bent back my old gel X making them pop off. He gaslighted me into getting a new set. Then removed each nail without soaking them and just pulling them off. The way my news turned out made me cry. read more

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Love this place so much!! Been going here for almost a year now they always give me the best set of acrylics! read more

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This nail spa is so far the best I have gone to in Capital Hill. There was a guy with frosted hair who did my pedicure, I forgot to ask his name. The woman who did my manicure did a great job and her name is Emma I believe. They both did impressive work. Yesterday I can say I got the best manicure and pedicure of 2022. Simple dark Autumn/Winter colors I asked for. Each of their skills are spectacular! All of my fingernails are even and coffin shaped and my toenails square. The color is perfectly matched. I always get regular polish for my toes and dip for my fingernails. They have a wide selection of dip and gel colors. The shop is clean for the most part and they use clean tools and pedicure bowls. The prices for their treatments are not clearly located but they do list the prices on a promotional card which I forgot to grab as I was leaving. Overall good shop and I will be going back. read more

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I don't know why there's so many negative reviews, but this is probably the best nail salon I've ever been to! They started my toes first, and while I was getting my toes done they also started on my nails, which I've never had that done before. It was quick and done exactly how I wanted them to be! I'm absolutely in love with my nails thank you Lingling for doing my full set and I forget the other girl's name, but it was the younger girl with gray hair who did my toes. Also, I did not get gel and they are holding up great! was also very affordable. I believe it was 160 total. read more

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I called, they told me a time to come in. I sat for 20 minutes before they started on my nails. Then they rushed my nails. My gel manicure bubbled and peeled two days later. read more

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Went in on 9/19 to get a dip manicure with brown French tips. Not even 24 hours later they were chipping, and I needed to return the next day. My nail tech reluctantly fixed my nail and I left. I'm here writing not even 72 hours later to report that 3 of my nails are now chipping, including the one she already fixed, and I will need to pay a new nail salon in NY to fix their poor quality work. The owner stated that she couldn't offer even a partial refund for the amount that I need to pay to get this fixed. To have nails chip 4+ times in less than 4 days is a reflection of poor work and products used. Do not recommend. read more

I got an amazing French pedicure easily without having to have made an appointment. My feet look lovely and I'm ready for sandals & springtime! read more

After my second dip set here I accidentally chipped a nail within the first week, when I went back to get it fixed they got me in right away and fixed it at no charge! They really take care of you here. read more

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Love it here! I have gotten a few gel-x sets, and I brought my sister here too. My go-to place! read more

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Couldn't be happier with my nails! It was such a pleasant experience, I will definitely be back! read more

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Horrendous business and customer service. They gaslit my girlfriend about the color and shape "don't worry you'll like in the end", she doesn't. Color is not the same number as she pointed out in the book and compared at the end. They cut her nails down to nubs. Doesn't do refunds. Do not take your business here the prices are slightly reasonable for a reason. Inexperienced technicians and very poor at their job. See pictures. Does a single one look even? The color is vomit. And they left products all caked on her fingers. I never leave negative reviews but l wish I could do zero stars. read more

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Found this gem and they did not disappoint! I was able to get a same day appt, showed Emma a picture which she did amazing replicating. Very happy with my nails #naturalnails #gelmanicure read more

Helena Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Horrendous business and customer service. They gaslit my girlfriend about the color and shape "don't worry you'll like in the end", she doesn't. Color is not the same number as she pointed out in the book and compared at the end. They cut her nails down to nubs. Doesn't do refunds. Do not take your business here the prices are slightly reasonable for a reason. Inexperienced technicians and very poor at their job. See pictures. Does a single one look even? The color is vomit. And they left products all caked on her fingers. I never leave negative reviews but I wish I could do zero stars. Facility is dirty and dusty, does not change some items between customers for cleanliness. read more

I have a good experience every time I come here. I had an issue with my nails this time. I came back two days later and they fixed my nails. If you have any issue they will make it right. As always I will be a return customer here. read more

I swear I got nail fungus from a nail tech here. She had black line running through her finger which I only noticed halfway through the appointment and now I have them. They're apparently called splinter hemorrhages and can be caused by fungus. I just dug it out, super painful, nightmarish experience. The acrilyc tools were dirty af. RUN from this place. read more

I used to go to this salon regularly, as they were very close to where I live. However, their gift to me as a regular customer was to raise their prices over 26% within 6 months without any explanation or reasoning for doing so. I will no longer give them my money as they seem intent to rip me off the longer I give them my business. read more

I have been a frequent customer of this salon for over a year and highly recommend the services here. I always leave with perfect nails that look like magic and last even after I should have read more

I would highly recommend this nail shop! Kelly did an amazing job on my nails! I love them!! 5stars!!! read more

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I never do this but wanted to warn people. Overall not great. Not enough staff. my nail tech would not stop asking me to upgrade to deluxe pedicure and wouldn't take no as an answer. Somehow walked away spending an insane amount of money for a veryyyy subpar gel manicure and pedicure. Wouldn't waste my money here... read more

I have been going to Helena for over a year now and they never disappoint! I use to go to the same gal until she moved away, but yesterday I had Cathy do my Halloween manicure and she did amazing! Very kind and worked with me to make the design exactly how I wanted it! Highly recommend, especially if you're nervous about trying a new place out! read more

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Walked in, was greeted right away, staff were very friendly. Got a gel full set, can see lines all throughout the polish, very bumpy and not smooth at all. Nails were done on Sunday and by Friday morning one nail has fallen off. Not impressed at all. read more

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Helena nails is an incredible salon. They are kind and professional. The salon is clean. I love coming here. read more

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Got both a mani and a pedi, and loved it!!! Been trying to find a new nail salon all year and this is definitely it. Kelly did a fantastic job on the design. read more

Helena Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Pedicure review: I'm not the best person to judge a pedicure as this was where I had my first one ever. But from what I could tell, the service was professional and they seem to know what they're doing. Especially, since I have sensitive feet. I was worried I was going to kick the person massaging my feet in the face. Thankfully, that didn't happen. I assume that's a regular occurrence for them. Manicure review: My girlfriend went to have her nails done after a couple other places failed to do it properly. (Nails would fall off the next day, etc.) It's been over a week now and the nails are still attached! Feels like a new record for her as of late. So I can commend Helena's Nails for the manicure. read more

Small neighborhood nail salon which was quite busy but did a great job! The pedicure was the standout - really nice massage with the pedicure. Jason was lovely, efficient, and took pride in his work. $85 pre tip for regular pedicure and dip manicure. read more

Great service!! The lady was very nice and they got to my sister and I very quickly. It was full and there was good music playing, not too loud. read more

Helena Nails & Spa - Full Set - Nail Salons Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I'm so thrilled with this last minute find. I've been on the road traveling and haven't been able to get my nails fixed. I'm a very very particular person when it comes to my nails. Like almost OCD w how I like them done. So I was nervous when I came in but gave them a shot because they said they could do French Tips in all powder dip (VS Gel which I don't like). Not only did they do everything they said they could do they exceeded my expectations. JASON is super talented and up-to-date on the best techniques. I'm very happy. read more

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So artistically done. Very good talent. I'm definitely coming back! I loved how kind everyone is read more

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Found this gem and they did not disappoint! I was able to get a same day appt with no hassle (thanks snow storm), showed my nail tech, Emma a picture which she did amazing replicating so I'm elated about the outcome. Was able to watch my tv shows and relax after a work day with a good manicure. Very happy with my nails. I will be making this my nail spot from now on! #naturalnails #gelmanicure #winterobsessed read more

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I have been here before but will not be going again. I came in with bare toes wanting gel polish (because this has lasted longer in my experience). Well it started off with the nail tech using the cuticle tool and dug so hard he cut through my nail and this was very painful. They were nice about it and tried to make sure I was comfortable, but still this was nothing that I had experienced before. Then, it seemed as though they were just slopping the base and polish layers on. There are several areas of cuticle covered in polish and other areas where no top coat hit the base so it is already lifting less than an hour later. I got a shower when I got home and saw my pinky toe polish was already completely lifted off. I was able to pick it off with barely any effort and upon further inspection I believe the rest of these nails are to follow. Definitely NOT worth the $50 plus tip.... read more

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