I started going to Lulu since November of last year 2005. I started seeing the nail technician Holly . I am very particular about my French manicure . It took her sometime until she designed them my way and also I tried to have patience and give her chance and believe in her that she can do it and I am finally very pleased and I wanted to share my experience with her . I will only see Holly , I am very loyal when I am satisfied with my services . read more

Lulu Nails is one of my favorite salons in the Carmel Valley area. I usually get a regular manicure and pedicure. The price is $25 for a manicure. Overall I think they do a good job but sometimes it can vary depending on the technician with how to thorough the cuticle cutting is. The owner is very friendly always running the front desk. read more

Lulu Nails - Manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Lulu Nails is a salon located in Del Mar, on the ground floor level, doors away from HeyTea and Miniso, with plenty of free parking steps away. This shop offers various services including nails. I was in the area last week and wanted a spa gel mani and pedi. I was immediately greeted by the manager it the front. I told her what I wanted and she was able to accommodate Me and offered to seat Me towards the back of the salon, but as I walked inside, it felt stuffy and hotter, so I turned around about to walk out. Then so was offered the front spa seat and two staffers worked on my natural nail french tip gel mani and pedi. It was my first visit here so I could close my eyes and relax as I had to monitor how things were being done. I am particular about cleanliness, and so glad each tech wore gloves and a face mask. I instructed them to be extra gentle and don't want too much filling on my fragile nail bed. For almost three months I had to wait to grow my nails after accidentally slamming the glass sliding doors on my fingers. It hurt like Hell, and no blood, just bruising and days later my nails fall off, obviously I injured my fingers and nails internally. Fast forward, after three months of tender loving care and lots of vitamins, my nails have grown back to almost normal. I explained all this to the two nail techs, they listened intently and now understood why I was so sensitive to any filing or grinding. After my mani pedi spa session, I was uncomfortable and my back aches. The mani mail tech had me twisted to do my nails, she should have done one hand and then she should have moved to the other side and do the other hand and not have Me lean, hence my backached :( All throughout my session, both techs chatted in their native language of Vietnamese and although they were whispering I can still hear it and it was annoying and unprofessional, they should know that it's rude, yet they All do :( I think that if I summoned the manager, they might have received a verbal lashing in their vernacular, so I kept my cool and let they finish the service. After my monitoring their work from start to finish, my french tip gel mani turned out decent, fingers crossed and hope it lasts 3 weeks... my pedi was just okay, I always prefer more cuticles removed and perfect shaping around the arches and edges, the results were not perfect, I had to perfect it at home later. I left this salon with imperfect french gel mani pedi and a backache, not a spa quality experience. I'm still in the quest for that Nirvana spa experience here in the SD area, sadly this place is not that but has potential with improvements on the matters I mentioned. read more

LULU's was an outstanding experience. Annie helped me enter the world of civility with her expert skills for this fill. I was so pleased with the kind, gentle effort to give me exactly what I asked for! Lulu the owner is so wonderful- she oversaw and offered suggestions, ensuring a perfect fill and manicure! read more

Lulu Nails - Annie helped me enter the world of civility with her expert skills for this fill. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Be cautious if you come here. - I had been a customer for about a year and received around five services. I originally liked this salon for its massage chairs and friendly owner. Unfortunately, my last two visits have left me very disappointed. June 2025: I got a pedicure here and the pedicurist used tools very aggressively -- I even said "ouch" a few times. The polish looked nice, but within hours my right big toe became red, swollen, and tender to the touch. Walking and wearing shoes was painful for two weeks. My symptoms were consistent with paronychia -- a nail fold infection that can happen when the skin is cut or damaged. When I called the salon, they said it "happens sometimes" and suggested soaking in salt water. August 8, 2025: I returned, assuming the first time was a fluke. I even asked the same pedicurist to be extra gentle. Unfortunately, by nightfall, my left toe was red, sore, and difficult to walk on. Looking closely, I could see where the skin had been cut along the edge of the nail. I went back two days later as it got worse to speak with the owner privately, away from other guests, and explained what happened. She suggested it was due to an ingrown toenail (something I've never had) and said she experiences redness, too. I asked for a refund. She hesitantly but ultimately agreed -- but insisted they remove my nail polish first as part of their refund policy. She ushered the nail technician that helped me previously - and she came with acetone and a cotton ball in hand. I was shocked. Given my toe was in pain and possibly infected, I didn't want anyone touching it. The owner ultimately processed the refund without removing the polish, but the interaction left me feeling blamed rather than cared for. The issue for me wasn't just the injury -- it was the way it was handled. A simple apology, some acknowledgment that the tools may have been used too harshly, or a gesture to make things right would have gone a long way. Instead, I left feeling dismissed and unsupported as a loyal customer. read more

No matter who you get as a nail technician, they are all very, very good and the owner Luanne remembers everyone and make sure your nails are perfect! read more

Excellent service, great choices. I would recommend reading material or better tv. I can only watch so much foreign cooking demos. Also, prices are steep but not unusual for Carmel Valley. read more

I've tried probably 10 different salons since my last nail girl moved away. And this is the one for me. 1. Very organized space, u can see they have a process set to ensure quality and consistency. 2. All the technicians care about their work dearly. They triple check details before send you away -- never at any other place before. I have tried three different technicians so far, all are good at their job. 3. Easy to schedule. Pretty much can find a spot the same day -- worst case the next day. 4. Wide variety-- from simple design to complex sets So far 10/10 experience. Highly recommend read more

Amazing service, amazing work, comfortable seats, very nice staff and very clean. Better to call before since it's always packed read more

I haven't had a mani or pedi in years and while on vacation I saw this place and thought I would try it. It is very busy, so I thought might be a sign that it's a very good place! I had a very mixed experience here. An older gentleman named John did my pedi. He talked to me a little, but not very much. He was more straight to the point to figure out what I wanted, and I appreciated that he was focused on doing a good job. I chose a basic package with callus removal and then decided to do gel so it was $62 + tip for his service. My feet felt pampered when he was done and I felt like he did a good job. I would be willing to come back for this. My mani is what leaves me hesitant to come back. After John was done, a lady came to do my mani (I'm going to keep her name anonymous as to not call her out). I chose the basic package and the dip style. I was informed that this would be $50 because my nails are short. I didn't choose anything fancy, it was simple and one color) In the beginning I didn't even fully know what I could choose from because the original color I chose was not available in the dip, so the lady took some time to help me find the right color. There was no soaking my nail bed or cuticles. My cuticles for my hands did not get any care or trim before starting. She went straight into filing my nails and then painting coats for the dip. I enjoyed watching her do magic on my nails especially since I have not had a mani in 8 years! But while being so distracted watching and talking with her, I did not realize that without my cuticles care it would probably not look so cute while my nails begin to grow out later on. I also felt like she skipped my basic care for the mani package. I did not get my hands soaked or a mini massage. Anyways... the end result looked good but I am not sure how it will look while my nails get longer. There was also some polish stuck to my pinky that I could not get off. Pic attached. My cuticles were flooded with polish. In addition, she didn't clean under my nails and it also got flooded with polish so I had to spend about 15 minutes cleaning under my nails when I got home. I think, if I ever come back I might skip the mani packages. She was sweet and I enjoyed talking to her but spending $50 + tip I expect a little more attention to detail. The total I spent was $112 for the services and I tipped $25 so the total amount spend was $137. I tip generously cause regardless it is time they spent to care for me, however I wished I'd be happy with it for longer. read more

Lulu Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

LULU Nails I feel is the most quality, professional and clean spot to get your nails done. I've been coming here regularly for over 6 months now, and I've been very happy! Consistency is Key! And LULU Nails does that! I see Cindy and she is very talented and smart and my nails are healthier and more beautiful than ever! I really like that if you make an appointment, they honor your time and they don't make you wait. Time is valuable and I can't tell you how much time I've wasted at other nail shops waiting around. LULU is a great business woman and this nail shop really stands out and if you're looking for a new place to call your nail care home I highly recommend LULU nails ! I get the dip nail system and gel pedicures, but they do it all and with the most state of the art techniques and products at fair prices. Everyone has great kind, upbeat vibes here too. Thanks LULU Nails. .I was referred here and it's worth the drive. read more

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I've been coming to Lulu nails for over 4 years and wouldn't dream of going anywhere else. Luann has the highest standards and personally inspects each clients nails before they leave. There isn't a technician I wouldn't see...they are all equally amazing and can competently do all of the different styles and techniques. The overall vibe is happy and cheerful and keeps me coming back. read more

This salon is very hit or miss. I have been to several nail techs that do a great job! Judy is exceptional!! However, I got a gel set yesterday and am extremely disappointed. On SEVERAL occasions, I have made an appointment with the nail techs that I KNOW will do a good job but when I arrive to my SCHEDULED appointment, the owner says the tech I scheduled with is off that day. The owner insists that all techs will do a great job. I leave disappointed almost every time. I paid $80 for a chrome gel set & I am so frustrated with the result. The chrome is uneven, the gel is uneven, and the top coat is already chipping. I've been going here for about a year and after this last appointment, I will be finding a new salon. read more

I have been going to this salon since they opened 5 years ago. The staff is friendly and professional and the salon has the latest in polish choices and styles. Recently had the cat eye gel. Beautif read more

Lulu Nails - Cat eye gel - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

My daughter started coming to Lulu nails because it's closer to home. so naturally i also started coming here. i've been once so far and do plan to return. it's smaller than the last place we went to. prices are comparable. service was excellent. i felt relaxed and comfortable here. my feet looked great after my super duper pedicure. looking foward to a return visit read more

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I've given this place a few tries and just not ok with the quality of their work. I tried explaining to the nail tech that her work was flawed but she instead argued that she's worked up to 10 in 1 day and her experience is top notch. Ok, so I am 1 week into my nails and the quality is not up to my standards at all. read more

Lulu Nails - Nails look terrible for 1 week old. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I highly recommend this nail salon. They do an amazing job! I highly recommend Nini. She did a great job with my nails. They use quality products and can do any complicated nail art. My granddaughter took in a screen shot of how she wanted her nails done, and she got exactly what she wanted. They are excellent! read more

I went for a pedicure today and while the pedi was fine and technician was nice...I have a high degree of suspicion that the technician used the same towel to dry my legs and feet on other clients. I say that because she had it crumpled on the bottom of her cart and when we were done she stuffed that same towel back on the bottom of her cart instead of throwing it in the hamper she brought out to throw the other dirty towels into. Really bad optics and insulting that they wouldn't think people would notice. Who knows what other corners are cut with cleanliness. I then saw her with another client and the same towels were still on the bottom of her cart. To me that is disgusting and unsanitary and I will not be returning. Please change your practice. read more

Once again, an amazing time at Lulu Nails! Such amazing customer service, and the owner or manager is so genuine! (I need to ask her name next time). Great mani/pedi too. Luxury salon, and very fair pricing. read more

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Horrible strong chemical smell. The products they use (lotions, scrubs, oils) smell like chemicals and the lingering smell has lasted for hours even after washing my hand and arms 5 times. Disgusting read more

The worst manicure I have ever had done. None of the gel nail samples matched the actual color I was shown. My gel nails I got done 3 days have completed discolored, which I have never had happen in my 10+ years of getting gel color. Avoid this place at all costs. read more

For a clean, good nail salon in Del Mar look no further than Lulu Nails; located in a strip mall by Mendocino Farms and Blue Mercury. My mom got a regular manicure and I got a gel mani and regular pedi at 9am on a Friday and it got busy quickly. By the time we left at 10:30 the place was half filled. I was really pleased with my results though my mom's nails bubbled quite a bit. Additionally they are on the pricier side with a gel manicure at $43. Enjoy! read more

Lulu Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Quality, reasonable prices, and no attitude by owner or staff. It's a pleasure to come here. They can get busy, but it's worth making appointments for your girl. PS. My wife now comes here too based on my referral. read more

I've been coming here for a few years now and I'm always satisfied with my nails when I come. They take really good care of their customers and make sure they do whatever they can. The vibe of the environment is very calming as well! read more

Highly recommend this salon!! The prices are reasonable for the services and the techs really take their time! I just had my manicure and pedicure done for my wedding and they did such a brilliant job! I brought my own dip polish (from the pandemic nail days), but they added tips since I had a lot of nail breakage and did a French for me! I would totally go back sometime!! read more

Lulu Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I asked for my dip nails to be removed and my nails felt VERY thin after the technician took them off. This happens when techs drill too far into the nail bed in areas and leave red rings and spots on the nails. I also can visibly see my nails indented near the top of my nail where the dril went deep. This is from lack of proper training and protocols and I hope someone one reads this to ask for a less harsh drill bit and gentle shaving near the top. **I asked for clear polish on top because I wanted to start fresh. The review is based on drilling to remove the dip powder. *the owner of the shop was kind and on top of it and willing to look at all nails and ask about experience at the end. I did appreciate this. read more

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I wish I could give Lulu's more than 5 stars! The owner Luanne is always so kind and accommodating. I see Cindy and she does an amazing job on the shape and quality of my nails. I haven't found my go to person for pedicures yet but all of the women I've seen so far have done a good job. They do get busy so I would recommend an appointment BUT Luanne always accommodates walk ins. If you're in the area I highly recommend making this your nail place ! read more

Lulu was a treat. She was so nice, the place felt clean, there were lots of polish options, service is fast. You are able to make appointments ahead of time. They accept cash and card read more

Lulu Nails - Gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Great service! Mimi, the owner, always gets you in. Very comfortable chairs and large selection of services for fair pricing.

Valentine's Day is two days away and I've had these for about a week so that tells you everything you need to know. I've never had gel do this ever. They've cracked or broken in half. I am miserable and cannot believe this manicure didn't last even two weeks. Also my manicurist got mad at me when I asked for someone else to do the hearts because she wasn't skilled at design. I didn't even get a top coat after the second girl did the hearts. read more

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I love this place! Everyone is super friendly and helpful. I came in a rush before going on vacation and not only did they squeeze me in quickly, they did a great job. Super happy with my nails! read more

Lulu Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Keep trying to like this place, but I am disappointed over and over again. I think they might have some excellent nail techs here, but many are rushed and do sloppy work. I have had an older gentleman do my pedicure twice now, both times my nails aren't even fully polished with top coat. Pedicure doesn't last and easily chips. Disappointing and will be moving on to somewhere new. read more

Lulu Nails - Top coat not even fully over the polish. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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I highly would NOT recommend going here. If you're wondering if the nail techs talk shit in viet about their customers, yes they do. The nail tech I had was holly and she didn't know I was viet but I understood her complaints she made to her coworker about how she didn't want to waste her time doing my toes because I chose the basic pedicure. ON TOP of the shit talking (because she said the same thing to multiple coworkers) she cut my toe soooo bad. There's a huge chunk missing. I was so worried about an infection that the first thing I did after I left was go to target for neosporin. DEFINETLY WOULD NOT COME HERE AGAIN ** I just noticed after posting this review that another toe of mine was cut but this one looks like it's getting infected!!!!** there's a BUMP coming from the side of my toe read more

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I usually love coming to Lulus, but this visit was different. I came in for a cuticle trim and polish change, as my nails are already short from working in healthcare. The front desk understood my request, but Tina, working just one station over, made judgmental comments about my choice of service. She repeatedly told other employees I should just get a full service for $5 more and made it seem weird that I wasn't opting for the full manicure in Viet. I told them I understood what was said because I'm also Viet. Despite explaining how my nails are already too short to be cut/filed, she continued to make the same comments. Her attitude was far from welcoming. Aside from that, my actual technician did a good job on my nails and toes, but I didn't appreciate the judgment for a simple service for this particular visit. read more

The workers were really friendly and nice:) loved the atmosphere everyone was just having a good time and relaxed. Will definitely be my go to place when I can get my nails done again:) read more

Lulu Nails - Color Steel a Kiss 670 Gel French tips - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Just went to Lulu nails and I am not satisfied with my nails. Asked for a manicure multiple times before the service, when I called and booked for the service, yet I was halfway through my service and I inquired asking if they were planning on cutting my cuticles having my hands soak in the warm water etc (normal manicure things) yet nail tech told me she "forgot ". Usually not one to write reviews, but this is very frustrating when you ask for a service multiple times and still do not get it and have the nails be looking very crusty and not polished at all . Photos show this and service was not worth price I paid unfortunately. read more

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Love Lulu Nails. So professional. If it is not right just ask they will fix it. Amazing massages and super clean and modern location. Great shopping and restaurants nearby too. Been getting my nails done by the owner snd her team for 20+ Years. Female owned and operated and local San Diego team. Highly recommend! read more

When the world started to open back up again, I was psyched to finally be able to indulge in a gel manicure and pedicure again - And I hit the jackpot when I discovered Lulu Nails! Located at the Del Mar Highlands Town Center on El Camino Real, you will find plenty of complimentary parking - The lot here is huge and also has a free parking garage on-site for any overflow. Lulu's offers a wide variety of services: Regular Manicures, Gel Manicures and Paraffin Treatments for extra moisture, Acrylic Nails, Dip Powder Nails, Polish Changes, Pedicures, Gel Pedicures, Callus Treatments, Nail Designs and CBD add-on's for all services. The salon also offers a number of Waxing and Skin Care services: any/all type of Waxing, Threading, Eyelash Extensions, an Anti-Aging Facial as well as luxurious Back Treatment. I highly recommend getting the CBD add-on to any pedicure service - This is super relaxing and will soothe any aches and pains you might be having. Bonus - The price point is fantastic and worth every penny for your services (and is comparable to every other salon in the area). Something to note - Tips can not be put on a credit card.. but no worries as Lulu's has thought of everything and has an ATM on-site. Now.. the services will speak for themselves and are beyond fantastic and meticulous but what keeps me coming back is the beyond stellar customer service. Everyone you meet at the salon is the friendliest, most accommodating and most sincere person - You truly feel like a million bucks each and every time you come in. Special shout out to Jeanne and Luanne - These ladies are rockstars and I look forward to seeing them every time I come in - They are just the sweetest ever! If you are in the Del Mar/Carmel Valley area and looking for a fab nail service with exceptional service - Lulu's is the way to go! Even if you are not in the area... make the drive.. you will thank me later! read more

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AMAZING!! My new go to place... and I live half an hour AWAY!!! I would presume it is the owner up front... she is so kind and accommodating! I walked in on a bustling Saturday afternoon with no appointment and she made room for me with only a 5 minute wait... I had old dip removed and new hard gel overlay which I have never had before.. and they are GORGEOUS!!! They are healthier for your nails than dip, nice and thin... but make your natural nail more durable. I am obsessed. The service was friendly, pricing was transparent and results are amazing! Thanks Lulu nails! read more

Lulu Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Came to this nail salon for the first time and had high hopes. Ended up having the worst nail salon experience of my life. 1 star because the nail salon itself is clean and new looking. Take a look at my nail pics. Manicure painting is uneven with bubbles, uneven painting, dust trapped inside, and the sides of my nails damaged. I nicely asked the nail attendant to fix it for me and she tried to say it was just the way my nail is?? No toe pics here but got a pedicure that was so rushed and even. Very rushed and shoddy work. Paid $90 for a terrible job. Wouldn't recommend at all! read more

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