I went here for the first time when my usual spot was full. I've kept coming back! Love the service and the quality is soooo good! My nails last for a month at least. I went on a cold day and without me even asking, the woman added more hot water mid pedicure. It's the little things. Happy to have found my new usual nail spot! read more

Coming up from Texas, I was in serious need to have my SNS set removed and had been combing the area for credible nail salons. Found one! I never did get the name of the gentleman who did my manicure [and pedicure, since I had time and there was no long wait], but he did a great job and was quite friendly -much warmer and attentive than the ladies! The atmosphere is pretty inviting aesthetically speaking, but I must say that it wouldn't hurt for the greeters and other nail technicians to try to smile or at least "pretend" to be happy to see customers come into the salon. ...just saying...I am much more willing to pay for upgrades if it felt like I was gift rather than a burden. Overall, this location is worth at least one visit. I may return to see if any improvements have been made in their customer service. read more

This review is for dip only. I come here every three weeks for gel, and I've had the most amazing experiences. I switched to dip to avoid the UV. Within 24 hours, my nails showed small cracks, which didn't bother me. The tips of my nails began to chip after two days. I have this strange finger print looking thing on my nail that looks like old school nail polish that was smudged. I don't know if it's a one time thing and next time will be better, or if it's dependent on the manicurist, but I'm bummed. The manicure itself looks fine, but my nails look awful. Update: day 5 of dip. The cracks are very deep, and a few nails have even chipped. Very disappointed. read more

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I love this adorable gradient color. Thank you so much! They are talented and can meet all my requirements. read more

Lucky Nail Spa - I love this gradient color. They are really patient and talented. Thank you so much! - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

It was time for a fill in so I decided to stop by here after calling to verify that they did liquid gel nails. When I walked in there was only one other patron getting serviced so there were plenty of techs available. David serviced my nails & he did a really good job. I also got my toes polished which was great also. The liquid gel fill in was $30 + gel polish was $10. Not bad compared to many other salons that charge $35&^ for the fill in only. Overall I will more than likely return here. I felt very comfortable. If you pay using a card vs cash, there's a 50 cents service fee. read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Liquid gel fill in - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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This place was incredible! I got acrylic nails and gel for $50. I get very scared when it comes to my nails but my quinceanera is in two days so I wanted to check this place out and i was extremely satisfied. My nails are beautiful and long. The nail tech was extremely nice and careful and this was my first time my application was completely painless. She was fun and checked in with my liking. She deserved that $10 tip! And I wasn't pressured into tip nor was it expected! I have found my permanent salon read more

Lucky Nail Spa - They are beautiful - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

It was my first time here. I got the most expensive pedicure, that included hot stones. I enjoyed the multi-step massage and leg and foot treatments. Soaking, a scrub, hot towels, a massage with oil, more towels, more massage. I lost track of the massages because they were all kind of the same--not that that was a bad thing. I think my technician just wasn't very creative with her massaging techniques :) The actual trimming, filing, and painting of nails was efficient and thorough. The polish looked great. They asked if I wanted to sit at the dryers or stay in the massage chair. I opted for more massage chair! I gave a 20% tip. If the massage is more creative next time, I'll go a little higher. I'll definitely be back. read more

This is a fabulous new spa over at University Commons, and it's likely to be my new home nail place! I was helped by Ann, who is the owner of the salon. She was very friendly and helpful. I also appreciate a nail tech who is able to have a good conversation, but also knows when you just want to relax and enjoy being pampered. The salon is very well appointed and for a strip mall nail place is very stylishly decorated. It's immaculately clean, and they focus on herbal remedies as a part of their spa atmosphere. I opted for a treatment including Rose, which has a really nice scent and isn't overpowering. I sprung for the most expensive package, and I am not disappointed! The pedicure room itself is in the back of the place, with muted lighting and soft music... It's hard to believe that there's Harris Teeter traffic just a few feet away! Friendly people, high-tech till system, and a great selection of colors: I will be back! read more

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Finally a nail tech who knows how to use SNS correctly! Nih takes off all the old SNS and applies fresh product every time, and this is how it is supposed to be used! I finally have my natural nails only stronger and more perfect. So happy so happy so happy!! read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

What a great spot! It is very nice inside and the people are friendly and did a great job on our hands and feet! read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Suki was very meticulous with my SNS powder dip nails. She took the time to explain the benefits of SNS vs gel polish for my nails and I greatly appreciate that. She also explained each step to me to ensure that I knew my natural nails would not be damaged in any way. As an added bonus, she said I was a princess and looked younger than I am so that makes a girl feel fantastic. I can't wait to see how this SNS holds up on my nails and return for another visit with Suki in the future. read more

Lucky Nail Spa - SNS dip powder with OPI gel polish in Taupe-less Beach - recommended by Suki - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This place was good until some new people started working there. I was there this week, the girl, that helped me was sarcastic and very rude, unprofessional. She didn't do what I wanted on my nails and just replied " that's not my way" in the past my person always did the choices I made with nail color. Don't waste your hard earned money here!!! read more

Suki did a great job with my gel manicure. She educated me on how to take care of my real nails and the difference between SNS and acrylic. I was hesitated about trying SNS because of the price but she took her time in making sure that everything matched my expectations. read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Love my gel manicure! - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Would not recommend, they charge for shape and length about 5$ each for any adjustments, I got my nails done last weekend on 1/23 and it's 1/30 and my nails are lifting and coming off. read more

This was my second encounter here and they are both negative. My first time going I was turned away stating they were full already and didn't know how long before I could get a full set! So I left. Went on a second time got a fill in (was in the area had heard great things inspire of my 1st trip) he wanted to charge me $5 just for clear gel polish (mind you my normal spot does that free with clear) Anywho... 3 days later after my fill in had 2 nails to start lifting had them repaired while he was removing the product from my nails he broke both nail off and they are now shorter than the rest and wanted to place a tip on top due to he had to cut the rest of my natural nail down. in 5 days after getting fill in ore lifted and resulted in my real nail to break off and the other is just hanging on. Have to pay someone else to make the repairs. No happy with service and will not recommend them or ever go back! I would not take my car to have her nails trimmed here!!!! read more

I've always had a pretty good experience at this salon. It's super clean and well decorated. The staff is friendly and helpful. I typically get a gel pedi and mani. Pricing could be a little less itemized but I'm not mad at a good business model that works. The last time I visited my gel began to crack after 6 days. I'll be back. Great service every time. read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Kai did my nails 3 weeks ago exactly and look at this!! Still perfect and not too expensive! Very much worth it read more

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I came here b/c I had great experiences before but it's been a while since I've been back but the lady I was coming to is no longer here. I walked in and asked for pedicure and acrylic full set they pushed gel but b/c I typically get gel and was only getting acrylic b/c I was just getting my nails done for a wedding and didn't plan on keeping them but by the 3rd or 4th time she said it, I just went ahead with gel but felt a little uneasy about how she was pushing the gel set. Then they start in on pricing, which changed at least 3 times. The nails are fine, not really the shape or length I asked for but they're not bad. Now comes time for the pedicure! It was the WORST!!! I don't know if the guy was new or just helping out for the day but he had no idea of what he was doing. There's no way I got what I paid for! The water was cold but he put the pedi stuff in the water immediately and it was full to the brim so I just made due. Then immediately the guy put the end lotion on my legs and wrapped them in the hot towels and told me to put my legs in the water. I was like what!...but ok, maybe I'm mistaken until he spent I know 7-10 minutes at the end trying to rub in the actual cream that was supposed to go with the hot towels. HA! Unfortunately, he barely exfoliated my feet so now I have to go home and finish my pedicure. I like to get overlay on my toenails to ensure they're even but they were quoting me $95 so I was like NO WAY (to all)! When the lady that did my overlay started on my overlay I'm pretty sure she asked him if he even did my cuticles/shaped my nails based on the way she stopped to look and then turned to him and asked him something. I mean I don't mind a new person b/c everyone needs to do in order to learn but they could have trained him or he could've asked for instruction or something! I mean, I'm not like a die hard pedi person but this was the WORST! $75 for a pedi and I have to do it again later! but after 3 hours there I was over it! And it's not the money b/c I have no problem paying for a service and I work hard so I don't mind treating myself and self care is important but at almost $200 I would've expected a better experience. I have no idea how they have any repeat customers! I, myself, will NOT be going back EVER! read more

I've come here twice and been extremely pleased both times. I got a pedicure the first time...just the cheapest one (no gel) and it seriously did not chip for 6 weeks! The next time I got a $12 manicure and it lasted considerably LESS time, but it was a FABULOUS $12 manicure. I love Mai...she is friendly, NOT PUSHY, and all the employees speak to you (and not to each other like they do at other salons where I'm never sure if they're talking ABOUT me.) The interior is clean, I think it's quite pretty, and the prices are GREAT. I'll keep coming back! read more

I love it!!! My first visit here and I love it,he did amazing job, i've been everywhere but estate was looking for a good place where they can do a really good job,and finally I find the place. I will return!!!! read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Love it!!!! I'll be back to this place - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

They did both of my manicure and pedicure in less than 20 min. Very fast and sloppy. My friend asked me if I painted the nails myself. The paints were crooked, and only two layers were applied so you can see through and see my nail texture. My nail surface wasn't even smoothed out and cuticles were still left on there. Never had anything like this before. Very not happy. Will not return and will not recommend to anyone. read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I just walked out from what is possibly the worst manicure I've ever had. She did an OK job of removing cuticles, but I asked for square and she filed them into an uneven round shape. Also, the French is so uneven and sloppy it looks like a child did it - I can do it better my self. On top of that, there is a huge chunk of cotton fluff painted into my gel polish. To top it all off, one of their clients told me I looked "like a porn star" because I wanted square nails with a French manicure. I will not be back. I wish I hadn't wasted my $28. read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Possibly the worst French manicure I've ever had. - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

It took longer than expected, but my pedicure was flawless and the technician was so nice and personable. I got SNS powder color on my nails and they look beautiful- she was very precise and detailed. I wish there were more color choices for SNS (it was hard to match for toes), but i know it is fairly new. For regular and gel polish, there are countless color choices!! I will definitely go back! read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Popped in for a gel mani and Suki did beautiful, skilled work. I can't wait to go back! read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I came here to get my acrylics nails removed and toe polish removed. As soon as I sat down they kept badgering me to make a sale. I politely declined and shake all I wanted was a removal. They didn't even soak off my nails. They did the cheap and painful way of using another acrylic piece to wedge the ones I have on my nails off. They charged me $40. No new paint. No new acrylic. Not clear polish on my hands. They charged me $40. Now I just moved from Atlanta about a week ago , I understand what it means to pay for good service. But this was nowhere near $40 service. I honestly think it's because of the quarantine that they are up charging everything. I will never be returning. Shabby service at the very least they could have given me water/wine. read more

I came in as a walk in yesterday based on other reviews. I enjoyed the friendly and professional service provided. The young lady who did my gel manicure and pedicure took her time and ensured I was pleased the entire time. I'll never worry about finding a nail shop when in town now! You've got a repeat out of town client!!!! read more

Lucky Nail Spa - Great fast gel polish manicure! - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

On time for my appt. They line the foot bins so it's hygienic and clean. Lots of magazines and comfy chairs. I'll be back! Oh, my pedi looks great too :) read more

Very nice business. Price is affordable and atmosphere is very relaxing and comfortable. They can be a little busy since there is onlya few techs but I would certainly recommend them. read more

Ken did my sns nails with extensions and did a superb job. He really took his time to make sure my nails were perfect and was genuinely a nice person. Was a pleasure and I will return! Only complaint is I wish there were more sns color options but I'm sure that will come with the growing popularity. read more

I made an appointment at Natural Nail Spa and was a bit unimpressed. I do appreciate the pedicure bowl linings because sanitation is important to me. But I was really unimpressed with the nail tech. I wasn't asked what kind of pedicure I wanted, she buffed off my clear polish rather than just using nail polish remover, the paint job was a bit sloppy, she didn't clean it up afterwards, and one toe is already chipped (today is Tuesday, I got my toes done Sunday). More than likely won't return unless I can get a different nail tech which is why I'm giving 3 stars. read more

I just had one of the best gel manicures of my life. Tea did an extremely meticulous job removing my existing gel polish, shaping my nails, adjusting imperfections and applying new polish. I couldn't believe the time time she devoted to doing a perfect job. I would say, if you are in a time-crunch, you might want to look elsewhere. But if you are looking for an excellent value - I highly recommend!! read more

I walked in around 5:15 pm for a basic manicure. All of the techs were busy except for two women. One of the asked me to wait while she went to the back of the salon where another tech was lounging in a pedicure chair. The techs argued about who was going to do my manicure. The tech who originally greeted me ended up doing my manicure. The atmosphere in the salon seemed tense...oddly quiet. The manicure was ok for the price. I might give this place another shot after I visit more salons in the area. read more

I was in the area visiting family from SoCal and needed a gel mani change. I was concerned about removing the old gel, and saw good Yelp reviews for Natural Nail Spa, which was near my location. Ni took great care of my nails- gently removing the old gel and flawlessly applying a lovely color she recommended. I enjoyed meeting her and talking to her- highly recommend! I will be back the next time I'm in town and will make an appointment with Ni! read more

I made an appointment today at 1:00 PM for gel manicure ($28) and regular pedicure ($28). Service was quick. Suki did such a meticulous and amazing job! It was a very relaxing experience, nice ambience and soft music. She can do many different designs at your request. Would definitely come back to this salon in the future! read more

The best gel manicures in town. Not fantastic at the nail art, but for a basic manicure, they can't be beat. The store is clean, bright and inviting. The technicians are patient while the indecisive among us agonize over color choices and fast and neat in their application. Ask about their frequent buyers card - I wish I had gotten one a lot sooner. read more

Great nail spa! They have a separate place in the back for pedicures and it feels like you are in a spa. One thing that I hate about nail spas is that sometimes it can feel like you are being rushed, or you are offered discounts over a menu of services. I can't tell you how many times I've heard, "for 5 dollars more you can get X." This shop did not do any of that. They simply provided great service. They were very attentive to the needs of all of their customers and we will be returning to this lovely shop. read more

Ryan is my guy. Had the best Pearl Pedicure ever. Found my new nail home. The location is great. Between Brueggers and Harris Teeter. Staff was amazing. Ambience was great and of course love the massage chair. Get a glass of wine and let them pamper you. read more

This place has horrible service i came to get a an eyebrow wax which doesnt take long and there was harldy anyone there. Only for them to tell me they are to busy and to come back in 45 minutes. This unexcusable as there were about 2-3 ppl being seen. I have never had a shop tell me to come 45 minutes for an eye brow wax! EVER! so if you want to get something done here make an appointment or be prepared for them to turn you away. read more

This is the best nail salon I've been to in Durham and I've been here for 6 years!!! I'll start with the pedicure experience: The pedicure area is so tranquil! The lights are low, there is a vaulted ceiling and the massage chairs are sleek and had many settings so that you'd get exactly what your body needed while you were there. I recommend the auto setting for sure! They've programmed it perfectly! Ryan (aka the Foot Doctor) really showed my feet some love. He was super knowledgeable about how to take care of my feet and he genuinely cared about his technique so much that I felt completely relaxed and was intrigued by his process. He spent at least 20 minutes over the time that he was supposed to considering the pedicure service I chose. He was ensuring that my pedicure was exactly what was needed. His personality was awesome and within 10 minuets we were laughing and joking like old friends! My gel manicure: Elly is an angel when it comes to ensuring that you hands look 10xs better than they did nefore you dipped them in her lukewarm bowl of soapy goodness! She talked to me about nail care and even mentioned that she was a "perfectionist" when it comes to her job. She shaped my nails and applied the gel polish so flawlessly that I was sure I had on acrylic nails! She was such a pleasant person to chat with and really took pride in her job! I am so impressed with Ryan and Elly's dedication and professionalism. I will always come to Natural Nail Salon! It feels good to find a new nail home and one that I'm not settling for either! Rather one I'm excited to go and feel pampered and beautiful once I'm inside and DEFINITELY when I'm walking out! read more

Lucky Nail Spa - My gel manicure...yes! These are my real nails! - Nail Salons Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This nail spa is clean and relaxing and offers regular manicures at only $12! My manicure did not include a hand massage or lotion, so for that I am a little sad. Overall satisfied with my visit. Will return! read more