Modern Nails

I'm so happy to have found Kay. When my regular esthetician went on maternity leave I was hesitant…read moreabout trying someone new to wax my eyebrows. I did some research and read the reviews for Kay. I decided to make an appointment which was very easy via her site. Kay has such a welcoming and beautiful spirit within her that you can't help but love her unless you're an A-hole by nature. Her space is relaxing, soothing, and comforting. I really didn't want to get up. She did an awesome job with my eyebrows. I've received facial services, and the results were beyond expectations. I love that she shows actual concern by providing aftercare instructions and she checks in via text. She truly loves her craft and giving the best to her clients.

Kay was incredibly sweet, friendly and professional. I booked a few wax services and she was…read morehelpful and made sure to give me some education behind post care. I know that she treats her client as well and hence why I will definitely be coming back!

Brazilian wax.

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Bare Waxing and Laser

4.7(433 reviews)

0.7 mi

Went in for a play boy 3 different times here. I got good results the first time I came here, I got…read morea play boy done by Linda. But the 2nd and 3rd time I came here Linda wasn't there so I was seen by someone else and both times , I asked for a playboy yet I didn't get what I wanted. One waxed everything off forgetting I was getting a play boy, and the other time the girl doing my playboy didn't do it correctly. I assumed she didn't know what a triangle playboy looked like because when she was done , it didn't look like a triangle at all. And staff gets rude when you tell them how you wanted it after not going it correctly. Not coming back to this locations again. Staff needs to be trained more. Staff also needs to confirm what kind of wax the client is getting before waxing everything off .

This review is over due. I've been coming to Vanessa for about 4 months~ give or take. She is super…read morefriendly & wonderful & makes the overall experience pleasant. I've gotten a Brazilian, underarms AND full legs with her and she is quick as bee Will forever be coming to her for all my wax servicing needs

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Radiant Waxing Costa Mesa

4.6(154 reviews)

0.1 mi

Found my new long term wax studio! Dominique is great, and the Brazilians are the least painful…read moreI've had, and I've tried a bunch. Super responsive and very easy to schedule via text(very minimal effort on my part). Thanks guys!

Just had my first wax there yesterday and it was well worth the hour drive! Ask for Hannah S. She…read morewas so sweet and professional. She made me feel comfortable and confident in my skin! My results are already better than prior experiences I've had else where! She even told me about the savings with the membership and answered all the questions I had to go with it! Already rebooked for my next apt! Highly recommend!

Happy birthday Colleen!

Happy birthday to Colleen & Nat!

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Sugar Water Lemon

4.9(154 reviews)

1.2 mi

Fantastic experience! Great communication and Heather made me feel so comfortable and welcome in…read moreher space.

Been going to Heather for a very long time and there's no one else in the business I would trust…read more Recently my almost 11 year old daughter started sprouting some under arms hair and she makes her feel so comfortable and we just absolutely love her. Highly recommend, great vibes, great service, absolutely amazing

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European Wax Center

3.9(156 reviews)

0.5 mi

First time with Jaime and I absolutely adore her! She did my eyebrow wax so well I didn't even feel…read moreit... and they look amazing by the way! I also got a Brazilian done and she was very thorough making sure no hair was left behind - even offered a mirror if I wanted to check myself to see if anything was missed! While both services were done we talked like two girls catching up and as an introvert that was an Incredible experience to have with a stranger! Her vibe is contagious I left laughing, such a wonderful service... Thanks Jaime!

Loved the experience. Emma helped me through my first time getting my back waxed. She was easy to…read moretalk with, reassuring, and friendly. Chelsea was so friendly and welcoming. I showed up a bit too early and was just waiting around, and she was really cool and chatted with me while I was waiting around

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La Belle Nail Spa

4.3(2.4k reviews)

3.1 mi

Great service for a great price. i'm so used to over paying for simple services but they price…read morefairly here ! plain gel pedi: $42

Julie ate this set up!!! My queen got straight to work, prep and application all within 30 minutes!…read moreShe went to war trying to find all these gems and making sure my inspo pic came to life. I'm usually not one to go get my nails done but WOWWW Julie deserves all the love in the world bc after this set I'll forsure be coming back! And also the pricing... $71 for all of this beauty I am in awe and I cannot wait to come back!

Nails by Phuong

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Gel x by Nancy

Wax Local

5.0(30 reviews)

3.2 mi

I love coming to get my eyebrows waxed here. Place is always…read moreclean and Kailyn is amazing.

I got my eyebrows waxed by Kalyn and she was awesome! I used to get them waxed but often my…read moresensitive skin would rip off and I'd scab over and it looked so bad. Kalyn did an amazing job, no pain at all and none of my skin came off with the wax. She's a complete pro and so easy to talk to. Definitely coming back and recommending her to all my friends.

She keeps the fluorescent lights off. Much much appreciated.

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Bee's Wax Beauty Bar

4.9(119 reviews)

0.7 mi

Alicia is INCREDIBLE! The vibes are right from the chill…read morebackground music to the wonderful conversation. Got my brows done and I got so many compliments. Highly recommend and definitely coming back!!!

Came here with a Groupon for a Brazilian. Experience was ok. Girl was friendly. Pretty slow but I…read moredidn't mind. Missed some spots on the sides but since I paid a discounted rate with the Groupon I couldn't complain much. Made me schedule my next appt before I left. When I got the reminder text I clicked the link to cancel the appt but it automatically confirmed the appt when I clicked the link. I messaged the business through the booking site since I didn't have their contact info. The girl called me and left a voicemail asking if I was still coming (I was sick and busy with my kids which is why I couldn't come) but didn't mention a no show fee. I texted her number letting her know i messaged through the booking site. No response. A few days later I got charged $25 as a no show fee. Not super impressed with the communication interface and the lack of transparency. I'll take responsibility for agreeing to scheduling the next appointment, but I won't be returning.

Great spray tan and works perfect for redheads!

Before & After custom organic airbrush tan

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Before(left) and 3 Days After(right) Medium Regular eco certified custom airbrush tan

SUGARED + BRONZED

4.7(803 reviews)

2.5 mi

First time having a professional spray tan. I'm quite impressed looks very natural. The spray…read moretechnician was professional and efficient. I do have a small bit of discoloration on one knee but other than that I'm very impressed. Definitely will be going back.

Cancelled this service over a year ago and just discovered I'm STILL being charged. When I try to…read morelog in, their website says I'm not even a member. Apparently not a member enough to access the service, but definitely a member enough to keep billing. I also can't reach anyone by phone. I disputed the charge with my bank and would like an explanation for why I've been charged for a service I cancelled and can't even access my online account to see why I'm still being charged. Predatory practices.

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The Waxing Room

4.9(167 reviews)

4.8 mi

First time to this salon, not first time to the services…read more Location: The place is very clean, from the bathroom, the room, work station, everything is clean. Peaceful ambiance. Plenty of parking in that shopping center. Customer service: Excellent. Front desk: I started making my appointment online and I stopped. After a while a got a text asking if they could help me. From there, until I got to the salon, Presley was so nice, helpful, and made everything in her power to make sure I had the best experience. Esthetician: The service I requested was waxing. Jenna was so nice, very professional, has an entertaining and pleasant conversation, her vibe makes you feel comfortable. Price: Fair. They have specials, promotions, and memberships available too. I highly recommend this salon, especially for the customer service.

I've been coming to get waxed by Erin for at least 2 years now. Quick and easy appointments…read more Friendly conversations during my visit. Erin's small dog is often present to add to the relaxing vibe and he is so sweet. They offer care products in addition to waxing services. The monthly Brazilian wax club makes it a great bang for your buck!

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Cindy H.

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12 years ago

I've been going there since they opened and I've always gone to Mai the owner who does a great job. Some of the girls are better than others depending on what your personal preference is but I've never had a problem and they are ALWAYS sweet to children! They always fix nails for people whose nails don't even need to be fixed free of charge so I don't know why anyone would say any of those things! read more

Michelle G.

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1 year ago

Ellie absolutely outdid herself! Super nice and engaging and literally did better than my inspo photo! I highly highly recommend to anyone who loves fun designs because she can literally do anything! Will definitely be coming back here and my nails were super reasonably priced for the amount of time this took! read more

Janice H.

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14 years ago

Don't go! Instead of apologizing to me for the awful service (I went there for years when it was clean & friendly), some guy sent me a nasty message on Yelp bc he was mad at my review. BAD customer service. There are dozens of other nail salons on 17th. Try the one next to Ralph's. read more

Taylor D.

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7 years ago

This nail salon is incredibly good with complicated nail requests! I came in looking for a 3 color nail look and they easily complied for hardly any extra charge! The ladies who work there are very nice and accommodating. Would definitely recommend anyone to come here! read more

Alison M.

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7 years ago

Mai did such an amazing job on my nails. She was quick and did exactly what I wanted - a purpley-blue matte color with a coffin shape! Thank you Mai - My friends and I will always choose Modern Nails as our go-to for nails. Perfectly priced, and great service. read more

Amanda P.

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10 years ago

I love this place!! Great people great hours and not to mention nails are great!! Mai does amazing work. I asked her for something different and she did a remarkable job! Thank you so much Mai. I will not go anywhere else!! read more

Maia G.

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7 years ago

Amazing place! 10/10 recommend. Workers are extraordinarily friendly and nice, plus a clean workplace. It was also very reasonably priced. My nails have never looked/felt better and healthier. I am 100% coming back again! read more

Yasmine A.

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3 years ago

been going here for a few months and have nothing but the best to say!! i have also brought my mom and friends here and they love it too. ellie does my gel x and does such a great job every time read more

Jennifer C.

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11 years ago

I came to this nail place about 2 days ago and had the greatest customer service experience! My nails look amazing, I am now a regular customer! Mai is the best. -JENNIFER & SUMIE read more

Kaylah G.

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7 years ago

I would definitely comeback here again I felt so welcomed and the lady that did my nails Mai did a great job It was very clean. She is very good at coffen nails read more

Lauren A.

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10 years ago

I come here every time I need to get my nails done! My friends and I come all the time, it's our favorite place. We love it, they're the best in Newport Beach! read more

Jessica C.

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11 years ago

Everyone here is amazing!! Always a great experience!! Always come here with friends and we all are always more then happy!! Very clean!!! 5 out of 5 stars!!! read more

Tasty R.

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7 years ago

i had such an amazing experience! everyone was so friendly! i will definitely go back to see Vicky she does such an amazing job :) plus not too expensive read more

Jenna B.

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10 months ago

How cute for Thanksgiving?!! modern Nails brought my vision to life after showing them my inspo pic!! It honestly came out even better! Highly recommend read more

Corinne F.

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10 years ago

I come here all of the time with my friends!!! i love it and all of the workers! they have such nice employees and great customer service!

Autumn M.

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7 years ago

My first time going and I was not disappointed! My set came out amazing! I'll be back in 2 weeks service was quick and quality work!!

Camryn H.

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5 years ago

OBSESSED TO SAY THE LEAST got natural ombré acrylics and couldn't be happier with the outcome! Hands down the best salon in OC!!

Kelly V.

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8 years ago

This place is great!All the ladies are very friendly and welcoming. Prices are good and the place is clean! Will be coming back!

Marina K.

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9 years ago

Had a great experience here. They were fast but not too fast! I love my nails now & will definitely be returning in a few weeks!

Niloofar A.

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7 years ago

I started to coming to mai for my nails . She did a perfect job and she is so nice and price is reasonable . Highly recommend

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So glad I chose Abeille to get my nails done! Booking was super easy online and I was able to get a…read moreslot same day (on a Saturday!) The nail tech was able to delivery the precise look I was going for and i'm beyond happy. The only thing that would bring me up to a full 5 stars is that I feel the shape of the nail could be a a little better from a side perspective. She accomplished a perfect rounded shape but the nail beds look a little flat from the side. This is my first time trying Builder Gel so I will probably just need to speak up more about this next time. All in all I will be a regular customer here :)

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