The Nail Social can be found inside a strip mall, between A Corner Cafe (which surprisingly is not…read moreon a corner, lol) and Yin Ji Chang Fen with plenty of parking available. Since my family and I were staying in Markham during our last vacation, I wanted to find a nail salon in the city, which ended up leading me here (which I found on Yelp). There wasn't any information about price though on this Yelp page but am happy to add these photos of the pricing that I took when I arrived. I initially had made an appointment for Tuesday, around 2 pm the day before. However, my lunch with one of my aunts and uncles went longer than expected and so I had to call to cancel and ask if I could change the time to a later time. The girl on the phone was so kind and told me because I wasn't exactly sure what time I would be available to have my nails done, she suggested to call before coming in just so I would not have to wait if I was to do a walk in. So later that day, I called prior and the girl told me to come in, so I walked in around 4:55 pm and waited a little over 10 minutes before being asked to take a seat by an employee named Joey. I wanted to get gel nails, which is different from shellac nails for those that may confuse the two (especially since sometimes nail salons will use both words interchangeably but they are not the same). Shellac nails are kind of like a semi- permanent polish, which doesn't last as long (and also is cheaper than gel nails). But gel nails are a semi- permanent gel nail, which does last a few weeks longer. Gel nails cost $75 for a new set. I also wanted a design (I almost always get a design with my nails, which does cost extra but I don't mind), which I had a photo on my phone to show Joey. I told her what design I wanted for my ring finger and middle finger and the same on the other hand (so total of 4 nails that would have design). Joey told me that cost would be $75, in which she didn't charge me extra for design (so I made sure to tip her higher because of it). I liked that Joey took a photo of the design I had in mind with her camera phone so that she could refer to it on her own phone while she was painting my nails. Joey definitely is very talented and I just loved the design she had, as I picked an ice cream cone with sprinkles. She also helped me to find the right colors that I wanted (I wasn't looking for the exact shade and am pretty flexible). I really loved the way the design and the pink color I picked for the rest of my nails, as it really went with the ice cream theme. Although Joey told me that my nails would last 4 weeks, my nails lasted beyond that (and never chipped or lifted. Being in health care, I don't baby my hands and I also wash them constantly, honestly these were probably the best nails I have ever had done). The only reason I took them off was because it really need a fill since my nails had grown over. Joey told me that she had not done an ice cream cone before and she was also happy with her results too. Now this is my first time getting my nails done in Canada and am not sure if it is not customary to get a hand massage and lotion on your hands after a manicure or not. I didn't get one after this manicure but have always had it done with the nail salons in California and also in Hawaii where I have gotten my nails done. Not a big deal, but I wished I had brought my own lotion to put on since my hands were dry. But overall, I am very happy with my experience and would come back the next time I visit Markham in the future. Please note that they do accept credit card but there is a credit card fee. I ended up paying cash.

I was visiting for a few days and decided to give the is place a try. I am in love with nails! My…read morenail tech took her time to make share nails were done to perfect. The nail has a professional vibe and all of the nail techs are extremely talented. Highly recommend

Came here to get my nails done on a whim…read more The nail tech was nice in the beginning, as she was alone by herself. When her other co worker came in, she sat right next to us and they started having a whole conversation in mandarin with each other. Her attention to detail is not the best, and when I was told to wash my hands, I noticed one finger had a chip already, and asked her very politely if she can fix that one corner; in mandarin she said I was meddlesome, which is pretty much the same saying in Cantonese, as she proceeded to fix my nail. Maybe if she had paid more attention to her own work and stopped talking and getting distracted with her co worker, then she wouldn't have done such a sloppy job. Now I understand why the other 3-4 nails salons on the same floor were busy, except for this one. Won't be back.

Hands down, my new go-to nail salon! I came in to this appointment not expecting much but honestly,…read moremy nail technician Lena surprised me with her skills. She's gentle and puts in a lot of time and effort to clean my cuticles and everything. She really puts in a lot of attention and detail to the work. I got bio-gel + extensions and it is the most evenly-layered gel placement I have ever seen/felt. Definitely recommend this salon! I haven't had other technicians there but Lena was more than enough to make me want to come back!

After almost 4 years from my initial review - MU Nails is still my go-to salon!…read more Michelle is gentle and takes her time to clean up my cuticles. She's knowledgeable, personable and I honestly love her recommendations (especially for someone who's as indecisive as I am. ). Jacky is always welcoming and remembers each customer like an old friend. It is a lot of time to commit at a salon (gel colour with nail design is at least 2.5hr), but the quality of service is *chefs kiss*. This is definitely THE place to go for some self care!

Whenever I want to get my nails done or gel nails removed, I will pay a visit to Michelle. Her…read morepassion for nails and attention to detail is something that cannot be found elsewhere! The salon is a cute, simple, always extremely clean and free from the scent of chemicals. There's always a nice aroma and they bonus is they serve you tea that they brew themselves. In terms of service, I have a nail condition, Michelle always pay special attention and makes sure that it looks perfect and that the whole process is comfortable. Whenever got my nails done before I found Mu Nails, I do not get it removed because the ladies will thin out my entire nail bed, which prolongs the recovery process. Michelle, on the other hand, uses the tool to gently remove only the parts with gel overlay. This is something I greatly appreciate as my nails grow super slow and I'm a very hands on and athletic person and it's extremely inconvenient when you're stuck with weak and thin nails for 5 to 6 months. I highly recommend Michelle. If you wish to schedule an appointment, always text her in advance. Friends whom I referred loves Michelle too!

As Pumpkin Spice Latte season descends upon us, my pH level rises closer to 14, making me feel more…read morebasic than ever. And what goes perfectly with an infinity scarf and a messy top bun? Nails that are on fleek, of course. I'm kidding, I swear I'm not that basic. I don't even own Uggs. And I've only gotten my nails done 3x in my lifetime. 2 of those times were at Nailed It Studios though so I feel it's time to leave them a review. Nailed It Studios is a tiny, appointment-only, cash-only, 3-woman shop, though I think they're hiring more nail techs to keep up with their insane demand. They're located in the weirdly isolated Langham Square mall on Kennedy but are thriving thanks to their impressive Instagram feed and what I'm guessing is a lot of referrals. When your nails last more than a month without chipping/lifting, you're bound to get questions on where you got them done. I got my nails done by Maggie, then Margie. Maggie is extremely sweet but was a little rough when filing one of my fingers. It didn't hurt per say, but it wasn't comfortable, and I left with a bit of swelling that lasted for 2 days. Same thing happened to my friend. That was literally the only flaw though, as my nails survived for the 6 weeks afterwards, with no lifting or dulling. My second time with Margie was even better. I'm a bad customer because I fidget and tend to stiffen up my hands a lot, due to them being perched in permanent typing position. She was patient with me and the nails turned out perfectly, no discomfort at all. That's why she's the boss. Her marble designs are legendary. Bookings are done conveniently on Whatsapp and first timers need to drop a $20 deposit, in person or through e-transfer. I love this. It ensures I have a transcript of my bookings and I get to ask questions and get quotes on designs I find on Pinterest. They take bookings one month in advance. Margie runs the Whatsapp and she's very responsive. Pricing is extremely fair. They only use gel and it starts at $30. $2/nail for matte, $5 for special polishes, and $6-$12+ for intricate designs. $10 to remove polish. Prices are transparent, reasonable, and you pay for quality stuff. They also give a stamp card which gives you 20% off after your 10th visit. As a woman who appreciates nice nails, grande lattes, and a good pun, Nailed It is the perfect place for me to pumpkin spice up my life and my Instagram feed. Next time you need a picture of a perfectly manicured hand curled around a Starbucks cup, you'll know who to Whatsapp. #NailedIt #Blessed (93/100) - 2017

I went to Margie from a recommendation on my Instagram reels showcasing a set she did. What a pro!…read moreI really went in there with little clue of what I actually wanted just some general pointers. Her care in the details and also the conversation was fantastic and really helped the 2-hour appointment for my bridal set go by in a flash. She is very fairly priced for the work she puts into the nails. As a person who normally doesn't wear extensions, her work stood out even more during the wedding with everybody asking to see the nails and appreciating how they looked with my wedding rings. Definitely going back to her again for the next set.

My nails were growing out from my last gel application and decided to try this place out. The lady…read morewas very nice and took her time to see for my nails. Cost: - Gel manicures here are $40 (incl. cuticle care) - Extra colour: it's an additional $5. - Gel nail removal: $10 (if applied by another place). I'm not sure if they do nail art here as there were no samples to look at but, she did have 2 books of gel nail colours to choose from. I decided to go for a solid white and a white confetti colour. I was very impressed that when she put on the confetti colour, she made sure to arrange the confetti a little so that it was evenly dispersed. Overall, I was quite pleased with the service that I paid for and think that the price is quite fair for the quality of work.

I stumbled upon Ink Beauty while I was browsing at the mall. Cleanilness is super important to me…read moreso I was attracted to this beauty salon with its nice, clean environment and how they handle their sterile tools. Katherine is my esthetician and I am very happy with her work and the choice of gel products (I always go with the ones from Japan). Katherine is Japan-trained and I love her attention to details. I have since sent my sister to get her nails done. I give this establishment five stars out of five.

Lisa was amazing, kind and very detailed oriented. My nails looked super nice and clean. Did this…read moreset for my birthday coming up and she did not disappoint. So the base she used a nail polish that changes color according to temperature. So when it is hot it's a sparky clear color and when it is cold it becomes this sparky pink (super cool). Loved the 3D flowers she did plus the gold and white accents really compliment each other. Definitely recommend coming to her. Be sure to make an appointment by phone, email or Instagram before heading over!

Lisa was amazing! Easy to chat with and was very meticulous and took her time with my nails. I will…read moredefinitely be returning.

This place is my go to nail salon. They are quick, reliable and always do a good job. You get what…read moreyou pay for. Their refills are $30 from the last time I went (August 2020) and new sets are $40. Both are for two colors. Their nails last a very long time. My go to nail techs are Emily and Lucky. Emily is very skilled in shaping the nails and making it last a long time. Lucky is good at making nails look delicate and dainty. Both ladies are very talented. I heard that the guy who works at tang tang is also very good. My friends request for him when Lucky and Emily are busy or off that day. The people who work there are very nice and help each other out, which is really sweet. The people there take their time to do a good job, even though it's extremely busy at times. I suggest to call in to book an appointment instead of walking in. This salon is a good location to go to if you're looking for the Korean jewelled nail trends. But they can pull off basically anything you show them. Tang tang also has a loyalty card. When you reach a certain amount, you are eligible for a free jewel on your next walk in. Which is really nice since the jewels start at $5+ each. Another thing to keep in mind is that they ONLY do gel nails. They do acrylic removals for $10. From my experience going to tang tang's, I think their goal for long term clients is to maintain good and healthy growth in their clients nails (like all genuinely good nail salons). There have been a few times where my nails have cracked or broke from my own faults, but the ladies there suggested to only fix the broken nails rather than scamming you for a brand new set. If you have any concerns on damage to the nails or things you are unsure of, don't be afraid to voice out your worries. The ladies there fully explain to you the process and give them their opinions (if you ask) on the best nail maintenance and which options are the best wait to prevent breakage. I really hope that things start opening up soon so I can go back. I highly recommend this place to ladies who like getting their nails done. Or looking to commit to a specific salon. The staff have a really good eye and they really don't try to scam you like other nail salons do.

they do piercings and its so good!!! they use needle and they actually do it well! its cheap too!…read morehalf off on thursdays! should go. I got my tragus done it was good! Wasnt painful but honestly depeneds where you get it. The head lady who does piercings is nice.

We called ahead and they were able to accommodate same day massages for my mother-in-law and me…read more When you get there, there's a rack of clean slippers for you to change into, a rack for outside shoes, and a bin of used slippers for when you're leaving. The front desk offered us bottled water when we checked in but there's also some lemon water at a self-service station. They placed us in the same room so that we could chat during the massages if we would like. They ask that you strip down to your underwear and knock to make sure you're ready and under the blanket before they come in. There was a good variety of massage lengths you could choose from. We did a 45 minute massage this time, but I'd like to do a longer massage whenever we return as it didn't feel like there was enough time/focus on certain parts of the body. The feet was just a quick two pounds of their fist, which didn't really do much for us. I had CeCe and my mother-in-law had KiKi. Overall, the massage was nice. They used oil and a combination of their hands and elbows. The pressure started off too light for me, so I asked her to go harder. She noted she was afraid to go too hard, so I told her not to be. There was a bit of a communication barrier with my mother-in-law, but I was able to translate.

Excellent value for money with the spring special, so many great services were included. Really…read morenice overall experience, very relaxing. Enjoyed it very much. Would go back for sure. Definitely recommend.

Came here twice, both for extensions and biogel and has a positive experience both times. Nail work…read morewas clean, color was applied well and not too thick of a coat and no chi! Like after five weeks I had to get them filled but no chips at all. No burning with the gel either. Got two different techs but forgot their name but both were good just one is much slower than the other. Prices were on par with other Asian salons in Markham and very fair.

Came here and requested Jessica. I got a mani pedi, and gel overlay…read more She got my toes and nails done in less than 2 hours, which is amazing. Store is clean, everyone is nice.

Today for my hangout with my friend, we decided to go for a foot massage. It was my first time…read moregoing for a foot massage besides getting the foot massage you would get while getting a pedicure. It's like the foot massage you would get at the nail salon, but extended. As soon as we entered, I noticed the nice aroma of the spa. We took off our shoes and wore flip-flops and were directed to our room. We chose the hour long service which included a shoulder massage and a foot massage. Overall, I had a good experience. I would definitely go for another foot massage somewhere near my area.

Tried to make a last minute appointment for a couples massage and all places were fully booked…read moreexcept for Footscape. Called in to make a reservation for a couples massage. This was the first time I've been to a spa so I wasn't sure what to expect. We arrived 15 mins early to our appointment - we did not have to wait long to get our room. We changed out of our clothes and got underneath the towel till our masseuses knocked and came in to start the massage. There was a language barrier as the masseuses spoke Mandarin and just a bit of English. We had to signal to apply less pressure as they were both applying a lot of pressure in the beginning of the massage. They also asked if we wanted oil for the massage. We had booked a one hour massage and I believe they ended right on time. For an hour I just focused on the music in the background and the gentle massage on my back, neck, legs, arms, and head. The spa was clean and a peaceful environment. Massages were reasonably priced and I was told the tip was split 50/50 between the masseuses. Note these are not RMTs though so they can't be claimed if you're looking to use insurance benefits from work. The spa is centred for massages only, so there are no additional amenities if you are looking for a place to lounge and relax around afterwards. We got our massage and promptly left after paying. I did feel more relaxed after the massage. It's a bit further out from where I am so not sure if I would go out of my way to visit. Would recommend if you're nearby!