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    Modern Nails

    3.8 (315 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Closed • 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Services - Modern Nails

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Nail fill-in

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    Lizzy H.

    Always happy with my nails from here. I have been coming here for over a year and recommend the Tap Gel manicure. T, Michelle, & James always make my nails look perfect!

    I have been going to Modern Nails for a few months for my manicures and I would not go anywhere else in Santa Barbara; if you are looking for somewhere to go, this is definitely the place. They always do a great job! My nails have never been healthier and longer. They also offer really cool enhancements such as chrome and cat eye polish, so I have been able to try a few different things and every time it has been great. I have also had amazing service from everyone I have encountered here and they are very hard working. Always have availability either for walk ins or for appointments. Thank you!

    Gel mani

    Had Anthony do gel mani today and I've already been here a few times and he is always great!!! Also everyone else is really great as well! Got a pedicure and feel so much better after my visit at modern nails! they accept walk in's which make it easy to come by and get a mani & pedi done quick. Vibes are always good too as all staff is friendly and welcoming. Thank youuuu

    Michelle did such an AMAZING job. I can't wait to come back!!! Perfect nails to throw it back in a classy manner!!
    Lauren L.

    Ask for Michelle!!!! Amazing job, very accommodating! Efficient & great quality! I needed these nails last minute and Michelle said she would take care of me whenever I was available. She really knows what she's doing and is always smiling. Highly recommend Michelle for anybody who's stopping by.

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    Nicole P.

    Anthony did a perfect job! He took his time to make sure everything looked great and he was very kind and pleasant to talk to. I highly recommend him!

    Isabela M.

    Nikki might be my new fave! She recommended I try the hybrid gel nails and I loved it. It lasts a long time and helped my nails grow long without breaking.

    The sloppiest manicure I've ever received.

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    Modern Nails is amazing! My favorite nail salon in town. Michelle is the best and always makes my nails perfect!

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    Excellent service and care for my 12 yo. They took us early without an appointment and did a wonderful job! We will definitely return

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    Ask the Community - Modern Nails

    How much is a gel manicure, and regular pedicure? Thank you!

    How much is it for a pedicure and manicure?

    Pedicure and manicure combo $55

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    Review Highlights - Modern Nails

    “All of my friends and I have been coming here for years and Lynn remembers everyone and always has a smile on her face.”

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    I found Glow Nails through Yelp (thanks, Yelpers!) and really loved it. It's a bit of a hidden gem,…read moretucked away in an easy-to-miss parking lot off La Cumbre. The overall aesthetic is super cute and relaxing - you don't even feel like you're right off a busy road. The pedicure chairs were incredibly comfortable and relaxing. We did have to move to different stations for our manicures, which was a bit inconvenient, but not a huge issue. The staff was pretty quiet and not overly friendly, but they did a good job and everything turned out great. Overall, we enjoyed our time and I'd definitely come back.

    Extremely disappointing experience. poor service, poor communication, and unexpected charges…read more My daughter and her friend, both college students, called this salon ahead of time to confirm the service and were quoted $60 for builder gel. They had an appointment, yet were still left waiting approximately 45 minutes before being helped. Unfortunately, the actual manicure was extremely poor. As you can see in the photos, there is product left on the skin around the nails, uneven application, and visible areas that were not properly cleaned up or finished. My daughter specifically asked multiple times for the hangnails/cuticles to be addressed, but they were not properly taken care of. The bigger issue was the pricing and communication. They were quoted $60 over the phone but were charged a different amount when they arrived. They were also charged a credit card fee that was never disclosed when they booked the appointment. When they questioned the price, they were told they had been quoted the higher amount over the phone which was not what they were told. Then, when paying, the girls were presented with a tipping screen showing high percentage tip options and were rushed through the payment process without being given reasonable time to review everything. They left feeling rushed, uncomfortable, and taken advantage of. The staff was rude when they tried to ask questions, and the overall communication was extremely frustrating. For a service that was booked in advance, this was simply not acceptable. The photos speak for themselves. I would expect much better workmanship, transparency about pricing and fees, and basic courtesy toward customers.

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    Lux Nails & Spa

    Lux Nails & Spa

    3.9(457 reviews)
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    My go-to place in town for gel nails and brow waxing. I highly recommend them for friendly, skilled…read moreservice with careful attention to detail. I've had excellent gel manicures/pedicures from Chi and Kevin. I once came in with especially short, broken toenails and I swear Kevin was able to work actual magic on them! At this point, Chi is currently the only person I trust with my brows. She does such a good job! She has good taste and is very helpful with color selection--so if you're not sure which shade to go for, ask for her advice. The phone has always been answered when I've called, and oftentimes they are able to get me in for last-minute, same-day bookings. Pricing is very reasonable for Santa Barbara. Thank you, Lux!

    Horrible service. I called before hand and asked how much dip powder was and the lady said $55. I…read moreget there and a guy does my nails and puts gel on my nails and said "I asked for gel" and that he can't re do because it's already done. When I called and clearly asked for dip powder. When I went to pay I asked how much is this gel, he said it's $45 and dip powder would have been $60 anyways. So they changed the price on me and didn't even give me the service I asked. Very disappointed in the service and how they handled this situation. Also the job he did on my nails is so cheap, and looks horrible. They didn't even apologize. I'm so upset and wouldn't recommend coming here. Update to owners response: I never mentioned anything about Gel. I never get gel. I said I wanted a basic pedicure, and even if for some reason they thought that meant gel on my feet, why would they assume I didn't want dip on my hands? The man was extremely rude, he said that the price was $60 and that they never said $55. Now the owner is admitting she said $55. Who says "I want to see the gel colors?". I'm not the type of person to leave bad reviews. Truly one of the worst services I've ever had. Not to mention she didn't even address the terrible job the man did on my nails (see the picture). Her response is even worse. They should have apologized but now to come on and make things up is a step too far.

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