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    Image Nails & Spa

    4.1 (268 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Services - Image Nails & Spa

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

    Waxing

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    AFTER: New gel nail manicure!

    AMAZING SERVICE! Miracle workers!! I went in extremely last minute due to an over due needed manicure and a sudden nail break. I was extremely stressed because I have an engagement photo session this week and needed something new. Tania Le was extremely detailed, patient and extremely talented! Originally at a different nail place, I got in my first ever gel manicure, I wasn't too happy with it. It felt sloppy and rushed. So when I had one of my nails break and needed a new manicure, I was excited to try a new place but I was also panicked and had no idea what to do. Tania listened to all my concerns/questions and thoroughly made sure to not only save the broken nail, but ensure all of my nail shapes were even and strong. The salon itself was gorgeous and relaxing. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking to save a nail or try something new! THANK YOU!

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    Walked in this place after I was referred by a friend. I got a gel pedi which turned out great, but my dip powder manicure was subpar. The girl took forever and even had to have someone else come and finish. She didn't clean up my nails after the fact and she caked on the powder way too thick. Will go back for gel pedi but never will I get a manicure again here!!! So disappointed. Also, didn't do hand massage with lotion and that's my favorite part.

    Mai W.

    I'm not sure if I want to reveal my secret weapon at this salon... haha or else she'll be booked up more than she already is! But like a good girlfriend, I won't gatekeep! I've followed Mimi to 4 different salons now. She's truly the best nail artist out there. She's the only person I'll allow to do my nails now. If she can't do my nail, I'll just leave them plain. THATS HOW GOOD SHE IS. The overall nail salon is clean, modern, nice. The have quality chairs, Products. I'm looking forward to getting a pedicure with someone else, but for now, this place gets 5 stars all bc they have a really a DIAMOND of Nail tech there. Hope you guys get the same level of service I did!

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    Samantha H.

    This is the best nail salon I have visited in San Diego. Every single nail technician here does a great job. I usually get a dip mani/regular pedicure. I have been going here consistently for 2 years and I always have a good experience. The manager Wendy is super nice and it's a more relaxing experience than some Other salons. They also have relaxing music on and pleasant background tv. It's never loud in the salon, and the nails techs take their time so I never feel like my services were rushed even if they are busy. Everyone who works here is nice. They can also do very impressive nail art. I had my wedding nails done here and they exceeded my expectations!

    The sparkle green I think it was #253 on the gel charts. (Sorry if I am wrong)

    The service was great I came in around noon on a Tuesday. I got a pretty green color nail (natural nails with gel color) and the entire service was very relaxing. I recommend if you need a small break from work or visiting from the hospital. I literally fell asleep

    Melody R.

    A friend recommended Wendy at Image Nails last year after I moved to San Diego. Before seeing Wendy, my nails were weak and brittle and I never got them professionally manicured because I was afraid they would get ruined with gel. In just a year with her I have achieved stronger and healthier nails. People can't believe my nails are real. I get compliments at least twice a week. We first started with acrylic tips and after 5 months they were able to stay strong on their own. I only do dip powder now and no acrylics at all. Thank you Wendy for helping me have the longest and strongest nails I have ever had in my life. You are truly amazing at what you do. Not to mention, Wendy has two little ones and is running a business. That is amazing in and of itself.

    Christina C.

    I recently started going to image nails but the salon is very nicely decorated and everyone who works there is very kind. I always get my nails and hair done by Ruby. I've been going to her for a while and followed her to this salon and I highly recommend her for both nails and lash extensions because she's super nice, extremely communicative, and very good at what she does!

    Isheeta S.

    This is by far my favorite nail salon in the area! I've been coming here for over a year now and every single nail tech that has done my nails gas done and amazing job. Wendy is amazing, and my go-to for designs on my nails. I usually do dip powder and then get a design on top. I highly recommend getting your nails done here!

    Sally W.

    Wendy makes all my nail dreams come true! I've been coming here for over a year now and Wendy never fails to do an amazing job! I show her a design I want and she delivers each time. For manicures specifically, I haven't had experience with the other nail technicians but they all are very friendly, diligent, and highly requested by their own regular clients! My pedicures have been done by the different nail technicians there and I've never had a problem- they are thorough, talented, efficient, and always do a great job. I drive all the way from North county to visit Image Nail and Spa because I know my nails and I are in great hands!

    Brigitte B.

    First time here! I came as a walk in for a gel mani and pedi. Great service and staff. Very relaxing place. I asked for something natural and I am happy with the results.

    Dip power manicure with design!
    Amanda D.

    I'm always impressed by what Wendy can do! My nails always look amazing and last me at least 4-5 weeks! Highly recovered going to Wendy so that she can work her magic!

    Megan M.

    I have nothing but amazing things to say about Image Nails And Spa. Wendy has been my nail tech for years and I will NEVER leave her! All of the nail techs are phenomenal! The atmosphere is so relaxing and I always feel welcome! Here are just a few examples of her amazing work

    Hy P.

    I just needed my nail done real fast and since this place is close to my work, so i thought i might just give it a try and it was the best decision ever! I love the vibe where it felt so relax with the soft music and Wendy did an amazing job! I could tell she really took her time and fixed little by little small details on my nails. I love how she recommended me to try dip powder on my real nails which i never done before and they came out so nice and natural! Falling in love with this purple chrome color for fall! Would definitely come back! Thanks alot!

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    Chou is the absolute best! She does an excellent job and always has the best ideas the salon is clean and all the employees are kind

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    This is by far the best nail salon I've ever been to over the last 14 years. Chau is superior.!!

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    Sue is the very best! My nails always look great, and last a long time! I highly recommend Image Nails!

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    everyone here is great, i love them. chau wendy and jackie do amazing nail art. 11/10

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    Wendy, as always, exceeded my expectations--I showed her a little inspo and she absolutely nailed it.

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    Brazil Appeal Waxing - Wax room

    Brazil Appeal Waxing

    5.0(371 reviews)
    1.6 miKearny Mesa
    $$

    From the get-go I was not looking forward to getting my back waxed, because previously I went to a…read morechain waxing place. It was a very unpleasant and painful experience. Luckily with a little research I found Brazil Appeal Waxing. When I walked into the studio I was instantly put to ease because of the calming atmosphere she has set up. I can't lie there is some pain involved but it was nothing like I experienced before, Kelly is very good at what she does and I will continue to use her services in the future. The heated table pad is a big plus it helps to relax me.

    The Gold Standard for Painless Waxing!…read more I never thought I would use the words "relaxing" and "Brazilian wax" in the same sentence, but here we are! I am currently 35 weeks pregnant, and this was handsdown the most comfortable experience I've ever had. The Atmosphere & Experience From the start, the booking process was incredibly easy. The studio itself is spotless and features such thoughtful, homey touches, I loved the philology-inspired decor! What really set it apart, though, was the heated mattress pad. It made it so easy to settle in and actually enjoy the session. Why It's Different If you have a low pain threshold or are nervous about feeling awkward, this is the place for you. Zero Awkwardness: She made me feel so empowered and comfortable in my own body. The Technique: She uses expert counter-pressure which makes the process almost painless. I've had many Brazilians before, but this technique is a total life-saver. Final Verdict Whether you are a veteran to waxing or someone who is super uncomfortable with the idea, I cannot recommend this place enough. It was professional, hygienic, and surprisingly soothing. I will definitely be coming back! Thank you Kelly!

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    Beauty and Body Lounge - Oxygeneo facial 3 in 1

    Beauty and Body Lounge

    4.0(330 reviews)
    1.4 miKearny Mesa
    $$

    I've had lip filler once in the past somewhere else and I wasn't super happy with the results, but…read moreI decided to give it another try at a different spot. After reading reviews I decided to go with Cindy, and she was AMAZING! Super friendly, professional, and informative. Instead of just showing her a photo and saying "DO THAT," she spent 15-20 minutes analyzing my lips with me and discussed the way the muscles effect the shape. Based on what I ultimately wanted (more volume but still "natural" looking), she was able to pinpoint the perfect areas to inject. She also noticed the way my lips pulled in when I talked due to a muscle in my upper lip so she gave me a little lip flip botox (for a very reasonable price) and I LOVE it. There wasn't any pressure to add it on, but she said it's something I may want to consider for the future, and I considered very fast lol. They're still settling after a week, but so far I'm in love and Cindy will definitely be my new injector since I totally trust her judgement!

    The BEST!!! I've been going here for years for Botox/ dysport/ xeomin and other things like lip…read morefiller and laser. Everyone is so welcoming and kind. They don't try to upsell you they just genuinely care about helping you look and feel your best. I trust them 100% with my face. Aesthetics really is a complex medical specialty and I am always impressed with their level knowledge, training, and new technology. I recently lost a lot of weight and they recommended Radiesse for my temples and cheeks. The best decision ever! I look younger, refreshed, and feel so much more confident. I'm am so grateful for all of the excellent care I have received!!!

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    Lashbar Kearny Mesa - Hybrid lashes

    Lashbar Kearny Mesa

    4.8(242 reviews)
    0.6 miKearny Mesa
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    Available by appointment
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    I love this lash bar! The stylists are great, the tables are so comfy, l love that they provide…read moreblankets. It's so relaxing I fall asleep each time. I love the music. Everything appears clean. Prices are decent, I decided to opt in their membership. They sell lash washes. They not only do lashes they do lash lifts as well. I love my lashes every time! Parking can be hard to find and parking spots are tight, definitely give yourself time to find parking.

    Bit of a lash extension novice here! I honestly didn't even know this was a thing until this…read moresummer. As someone who's pretty much given up on self-applied false lashes, having individual lashes applied onto my natural ones sounded really promising and intriguing, especially to last for weeks. I had 2 weddings 2 weeks apart so figured it was the perfect opp to spurge. At the time I booked (early Oct), they had an end of summer promo for a full set at $99 - what a steal. It was with a particular lash artist (Sammie) - I learned there are different levels/prices of who you see. Honestly, the tiers, the paying vs getting a membership, the commitment to touch-ups during a certain time or the price basically gets close to another full set... it can turn into a money pit. In order to maintain the look - you are paying several hundreds a month. But if you don't bat an eye to that, all good. I can see why it cost so much as they are meticulously applying these individual lashes for over 2 hours for a full application. The attention to detail is crazy. As others stated, it's pretty relaxing...once I got over the initial eye muscle reaction to my eyes being taped shut. The end result was truly beautiful (see photo of me a day later preparing for my first wedding). I decided at the end of the visit to book a touch-up but two weeks put me right on the 2nd wedding so I was forced to book only a week and a few days, which felt kinda crappy to pay for a 2-week touchup early at $89, so I delayed it to be a bit after 2 weeks and was jumped up to the 3-week pricing at $108...I know I got a promo but paying more for the touch-up than the full-set was a hard pill to swallow. Then I did something stupid. Again, novice...and they don't exactly prompt you on any aftercare / avoidances. Well, I bake sourdough... I got to close to the 500 degree oven and destroyed most of my lashes in only like 3 days after that appointment. High heat will sear off and turn the lashes into split ends. I had no idea what happened when I finally saw myself in the mirror and called the next day to come in. They guarantee the lash work for a few days for a complimentary "fix appt" but when Sammie saw me so knew it was heat damage. So guess what? I had to pay for a "1-week touchup," she only had an hour and it was rushed. Not her fault, this was my fault and I paid another $79 plus tip for it only 3 days later. And so ended my lash extension life. I just let them all grow/fall out, which is a ugly process. This is setup for you becoming a lifer as you do look amazing. But you can see how it adds up. I think committing to the 6-month membership could be cool. Its an expensive up front cost. And you really want to be doing it BEFORE to get any service. You can't decided to get the membership after already booking a regular appoint. So definitely review their services ahead otherwise you'll be like me just throwing your credit card around like crazy, haha. End of story...they do good work here. Its pricey but thats just what this stuff costs. I like this KM location because it has a lot and plenty of parking. PS I didnt get any champagne offered to me..must be a member thing.

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    We know one style does not fit all! We will help you determine which style and shape works best for you

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    Uniquely Youthful - Tons of street parking in front of spa. Also parking lot on both sides of location. All parking is free!

    Uniquely Youthful

    4.9(30 reviews)
    1.0 miKearny Mesa

    I have been coming to Allie for over a year and she is so amazing! My first time going to her was…read morethe first time I ever had a wax and she made it a very comfortable experience and I felt an instant click because she has such amazing energy. She helped me with prep in between waxes to lead to now a painless experience. I love to take advantage of her facial Fridays and my skin has never been happier. I get so many compliments and so much love. I promise you if you give her a chance, you're not only getting an esthetician you're getting a friend. She will always recommend what is actually needed for you and not just attempt to sell you. One visit was all it took for me to be a forever client

    Very disappointed. This business treated me as less than because I had a Groupon. I purchased one…read moreand when I called to schedule a Saturday appointment, she told me she was booked up weeks out. The part that I didn't like is that I had gone online prior and seen she had plenty of openings. Left a bad taste in my mouth, so I put off booking for a while. I went online to book again and got a Saturday spot. Two days before my appointment, I get notified via email and text that she moved it to another date. I expect that you would get in touch with me first to ask if I'm available on that date and also to try and accommodate the customer. Not just change it and assume I can make it. I canceled the Groupon and won't be doing business here.

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    Uniquely Youthful Spa entrance located within Sensible Spa.

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    This beauty is relaxing with a Egyptian rose jelly facial mask for hydration and wrinkles..

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    Sensible Spa

    Sensible Spa

    4.9(95 reviews)
    1.0 miKearny Mesa
    $$

    I was 35 years old when I learned what a real facial was. Marina changed my life. Seriously though,…read morethe level of professionalism and luxury she provided had me whimpering with joy with each new cream and step of this facial., I felt a little silly but she made me feel at home. I'm now planning on a regular facial schedule with her to get my skin and soul back up to par. And masking a list of all the loved ones in my life I want to gift a service with her. Do it, stop thinking about it, book now you won't regret it.

    Marina is incredible! She came highly recommended by one of my roommates and absolutely does not…read moredisappoint. I have had facials done by her multiple times this year and I always look forward to them. She explains every step (ESPECIALLY when it is your first time), and answers any and all questions you have. She is so knowledgeable! Her facials are so soothing and thorough and she gives the best massages. I have definitely fallen asleep during some sessions LOL. The spa bed is so comfy and the whole vibe of her spa room is excellent and SO relaxing. I've noticed a HUGE difference in my skin since I started seeing her. My skin is more hydrated and evened out and I have way, way less breakouts than I used to. Marina is so fun to talk to as well. :) She is so personable and kind! She even gave me recommendations for skincare products that have now become staples in my routine. She is simply the best. Thanks for saving my skin, Marina!

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    Marina Grinfeld, Owner of Sensible Skin Care

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    Always custom mask treatments to suit any skin concern!

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    SD Nails - Nice and clean environment

    SD Nails

    4.7(245 reviews)
    0.4 miKearny Mesa
    $$

    I am so happy with the gel manicure and the service I received at SD Nails! I was able to get an…read moreappointment easily with Christina. SD Nails is in the same lot as easy does it, Spicy Lao Kitchen, and Pho Duyen Mai, so parking is a bit fraught. Thankfully, I nabbed a spot and made it on time to my appointment. The nail salon is spacious and clean. I came in the early afternoon and there were very few customers at that time. They play music in the background and have TVs if you wish to watch something. I was given a binder with Diva brand gel nail polish and pursued through, looking for a red. Once I made my initial color decision, Christina got started with nail prep. She is very quick, careful, and precise with the filing and cuticle trim. She has such a light hand! I had no pain, redness, or swelling. She kept her work super neat and brushed nail dust off as she went. She listened carefully to what nail shape I wanted, and checked in with me to make sure I was happy with the shape before proceeding. When Christina applied the first layer of my chosen red to one of my nails, I immediately felt that it was too bright for my tastes. I felt bad speaking up, but Christina was very gracious about it and gave me more time to choose. When I was not happy with any of the reds in the Diva collection, she pulled out the swatches for another brand of gel polishes, and I found a red I was happy with there. I forget the brand but the code was 046. She applied it to another finger for me to see, and I was happy with this darker red. She cleaned off my first finger and started applying thin, neat layers to all of my fingers. I was really impressed by how clean her gel application was. I never felt the brush touch the surrounding skin, and she made sure to clean around and under the nail as she went. I also feel like the UV lamp was not too harsh. Sometimes, I feel a little sunburnt in the fingertips after getting my nails done, and even though I always apply sunscreen prior to a nail appointment, it is still not a pleasant feeling. The lamp here was definitely warm but not irritating. The time was also set appropriately and I never had to re-cure a layer. After the manicure itself, Christina did a super relaxing hand massage, not just half-hearted hand squeezing, and applied cuticle oil. The whole process took 50 minutes, cost ~$30, and I felt well-cared for the whole time. I have been to nail salons that leave me with streaky polish, messy skin, or nail dust under my nails. This is NOT that type of salon. I am super happy with the service and manicure I received here, and will definitely be back. I highly recommend Christina, she is excellent!

    Great manicures at a good price! The salon is clean and spacious. I regularly get my Gel X nails…read moredone here ($55). Ani and Judi are super helpful and do beautiful work. I recommend making an appointment as walk ins may have to wait.

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