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Josephine's Nail Spa

4.3 (287 reviews)
ModerateNail Salons
Open • 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
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Manicure and pedicure

Nail fill-in

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French tips by Thy Thy (great work but no one mentioned French tips were extra until I went to pay)
Ashley S.

I would like to give them a 3.5 at least as I did have a somewhat pleasant experience. I decided to try a new nail salon since I had some class pass credits to use. Thy Thy was assigned to me and she got straight to work. Her demeanor was very pleasant and she worked efficiently. She didn't talk much (which I was ok with) and when she did she was very friendly. My only gripes were she was a little rough around my cuticles and she didn't mention French tips were extra (I haven't had them before so I wasn't aware). It was an additional $13 I would have rather spent on lunch since I had already prepaid for a Gel Manicure through a Class Pass. The owner (I'm assuming) made the additional charge known to me when I went to get change for a tip. He didn't even try to apologize or accommodate me at all for the lack of information. He just said "they're always extra" and when I told him I never had them before he didn't say anything. Had I known I would have just gotten basic nude gel. Last random facts: Vibes are minimal. The manicure set up was not the most comfortable. Bonus points for having a parking lot in Studio City. If you're sensitive to smells do not go around lunch time. I appreciate their affordable $44 gel manicure (now well over $60 including Upcharges and gratuity) but I may pay the additional few dollars to stay at my regular place where I'm treated to water, tea/coffee and warm herbal neck pillows for a similar price. UPDATE: After only five days all my white French tips are pink .. bummer.

Paloma N.

Love my nails! Been coming here for awhile and always go to Jennifer! My gels always last so long and look amazing everything. Everyone here is great! Would highly reccomend!

If only you could rate Josephines more than 5 stars - I would do it. I have been going to this nail spa for almost 10 years. The staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating, there's always a rom com to watch on tv, candy to snack on and Thank you to Nick for always being able to work around my insanely busy schedule and helping me squeeze in a pedicure when I decide on a whim I need to make it happen. HUGE HUGE HUGE thanks to Tonia the literal best nail artist in town. She has been allowing me to do all kinds of crazy nail designs for years. There is truly no one better than her. Her precision and dedication to perfection is unparalleled. I receive so many compliments and you can just absolutely tell the care and passion she has for her craft with every new idea we have together. No matter how crazy my idea - she tackles it with a smile and helps make it even better. I have included pictures of some of the many designs over the years but they truly don't give them justice. Check this place out today - you won't be disappointed!

June is the best! Wonderful experience, she's incredible and so kind. Manicure was wonderful and so detailed. Highly recommend her!

Spring, 2023
Drea G.

I've been coming to Josephine's since 2022 and feel incredibly lucky to have found my spot. From day one, the team has been so welcoming, approachable, and genuinely friendly. Tonia has become my go-to gal. Her attention to detail, care, and dedication to the craft is unmatched. She's always attentive and takes the time to make sure everything is just right. I leave every appointment feeling taken care of and confident. Nick, Kim (just to name a few) and the entire staff are wonderful. It's clear they value kindness and connection, and it shows in the way they treat everyone. I always feel welcomed, my questions and asks are answered, and respected--and it makes me want to show them the same warmth and care in return. Yes, they're a business--but it is one that runs with kindness and a true commitment to connecting with their clientele and the community around them. Highly recommend Josephine's if you're looking for a salon with great service, talented professionals, and a truly kind atmosphere. *An Extra bonus, there's always a fun movie on too!*

Nail art

Love Josephine's! Everyone is always lovely and accommodating. The salon is relaxing, I usually bring a book or watch a fun movie they have playing. Jennifer is amazing at gel-x and nail art. She's great with designs I choose and so kind!! Highly recommend!

Gel x manicure

The best nail spa in the Valley! Love coming to Josephine's, the service is always amazing. Everyone is so kind. Jennifer is so talented and thorough when it comes to the best gel x manicure! She's incredible with nail art!

Stephanie J.

Disappointing experience here unfortunately. I think the staff are still learning new products like Dazzle Dry, and while the girls doing my nails were polite, the service quality and communication about pricing were disappointing. I left with lumpy nails and the tips already chipping. The total was much more than expected and he said it's because of hard gel removal. I sent the manager pictures and he credited me 10 dollars and also said anywhere I'd go they'd charge extra to take off hard gel because I told him I wish they let me know it would cost an extra 14 (the other salon I go to doesn't when you get a service) I likely won't return, but I wanted to share my experience so others are aware. I ended up paying so much only to have a 10 dollar credit and having to schedule else where for a new manicure :(

Valerie R.

I've been going to Josephine Nails Spa since I moved to the area 3 years ago and they are wonderful! Nick, who handles the bookings is always pleasant when I call or come in. Nick knows his staff well to refer specific nail techs when I want something specific (ex. Gel-X, design, etc). Super welcoming and remembers the names of the regular customers names! My go to for Gel-X or hard gel is Jennifer and Nina. I always gravitate to getting French tip or neutral every time and they always do an amazing job!! Plus, the staff is always sweet! The salon has a very family oriented vibe from what I observe. My favorite part: they play all the best Rom-Com movies that I love rewatching or watch for the first time! :) The only thing to look out for when coming here is parking, especially during the weekends. They have a small parking lot that they share with Color Me Mine but I tend to find meter parking in front of the CBS-Radford Studio or residential area

Tonia gel extensions nail art

Service and quality is amazing here!! The entire staff is so kind and I got exactly what I wanted. They worked with me and accommodated me so well. At others nail salons, whenever I did gel extensions it would burn my nails a bit but with Tonia, it didnt burn at all! She is truly best and I will definitely be going back!!

French mani
Jade N.

My nail spa! After my first visit, I've been hooked. Nina and Thy Thy are my girls and would highly recommend them if you want ladies who are gentle and pay attention to detail. But everyone here is so friendly and nice so would be open to trying others too! Made an appointment by calling. Seats are comfortable and I always enjoy when movies are being played at salons because it gives me something to watch vs make small talk when I can't be on my phone. Place is clean and has plenty of street parking. Prices are also very reasonable. Would highly recommend and come back!!

Nikki I.

This is one of the better nail salon experiences I've had in a long time and I'm not even mad the nails only lasted a week before they started breaking, though I hope we can avoid that next time. I would come back because: 1. The guy who operates the scheduling and front desk (Nick, I believe, also might be the owner?) has it down pat and makes the whole experience go smoothly. Super professional and makes sure you're taken care of in a timely fashion despite it being crazy busy--the place was jam packed on a Friday night. 2. I got to sit right in front of the TV and watch 13 going on 30 the whole time so that was fun. I usually hate getting my nails done because I'm bored beyond belief but this might be the first salon I've gotten to watch a decent movie in. Probably got lucky with that one but if they typically have movies playing, count me in. 3. They had a TON of colors to choose from. More so than anywhere I've been in years. I just wanted a cream shade and they had like 30 shades of cream. Nice. 4. The girl did a great job on my dip set and it didn't cost an arm and a leg. The price was reasonable enough to have me come back in for another appointment. My only issue was if there was something she could have done differently so my set didn't start peeling and breaking within a week. But I am willing to give them another shot and see if we can make them last longer. Overall super happy I found this place and will definitely be coming back in for another set in the future.

Updating because they never even reached out to try and make this right. This salon is a NOPE. Don't go here. The quality has turned to garbage, Attaching a photo of the damage to my nails that is now half grown out where you can see red marks where this nail tech misused the electric nail file.

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Such a great place!!! Super cute inside. Always accommodating. Jennifer is the best!!!!!

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Kim was great! Took care of me last minute. Pedicure came out great. First time and will definitely come back.

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Lynn was a rockstar!!! I am so beyond happy by her work and she was so patient with me

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“At others nail salons, whenever I did gel extensions it would burn my nails a bit but with Tonia, it didnt burn at all!”

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