Nail Envy

Do you do gel nails?

Yes

How is the dip powder manicure done?

After a regular manicure, they paint one nail with a clear liquid and then stick it into a small jar filled with fine powder in the color of your choice. They do each nail and then start over. After about three rounds they paint on a cure. The nail… Read more

Is the gel full set actually gel builder or just acrylic with gel polish?

It is a gel powder and topped with gel polish

Do you do gel nails with non acrylic tips?

This is not necessary in my opinion because acrylic tips don't chip with regular polish. I've done it before but there was no benefit.

View All 7 Questions

Review Highlights - Nail Envy

“The owner, Melina is always around and making sure that everyone is happy and things are running smoothly.”

Mentioned in 7 reviews

You might also consider

Black Onyx Nail Salon

4.3(255 reviews)

1.1 mi•Lakeview

Im so glad I found this salon! As soon as I entered, it was fantastic: the atmosphere is warm and…read morefriendly, and it is possible to feel that the team is made of professionals. My technician was such a fastidious person and he was attentive to details and it was so relaxing. I have actually liked the way they dealt with me during the process they are clearly aware of their craft and they are very keen with regard to the needs of their clients. I did not experience any form of pressure or discomfort at any time. The atmosphere of the salon is very relaxed and it makes spending time there very easy. I got out a satisfied person about my nails and the whole experience was excellent. I will definitely be coming back! This is what you want to call the type of place that you can guarantee of receiving excellent service and you can feel like you are in good hands. Without reservation, highly recommend!

I noticed the business name change from Sapphire Halsted to Black Onyx when I booked on the Booksy…read moreapp and was admittedly a little hesitant until I saw Gala's name. I've been coming to Sapphire Halsted for many years and when I say I love everything about this place, I mean it. I love the bright space filled with art, fun music videos and chill vibes. The talent is unmatched. The techs keep the convo flowing when I'm feeling chatty, and don't press me when I just want to zone out. That's big for me. I've never had a bad mani, but IMO, Gala is the best. She meticulously removes every last shred of cuticle (and not in a way that hurts or makes my nail beds angry and red) and applies polish with such care. You can tell the owner takes great pride in his business because of the effort that he puts in to hiring great people and keeping the place looking nice. I always leave feeling relaxed and my nails looking amazing. I've never had a bad experience here and I look forward to visiting Black Onyx for years to come!

Autumnal choice

My nails right after I got them done

See all

Apple of my eyes

Mary’s Hot Nails

4.7(64 reviews)

1.1 mi•Lakeview

Had a situation arise where my regular nail tech had an emergency so another nail tech filled in…read morelast minute and she did a wonderful job. They were very accommodating. I would recommend Marys Hot Nails over and over again. Management is wonderful there. It's how a business should be run. It's the best salon if you don't go here you're missing out.

My favorite nail salon! I usually do my nails myself but sometimes I want a fun design or to do the…read moregel-x which I have not mastered so I come here. Love that I can set up an appointment online, which I recommend doing because this place is popular. Prices are reasonable. I have had a different nail tech every time but my nails always look incredible. Attaching photo a week and a half after getting them done, they still look perfect

Perfect summer mani!

See all

Hollywood Nails

4.3(163 reviews)

1.3 mi•Lakeview

They accommodated me last minute before closing and did a lovely job! I would go back there for…read moresure.

We called in around 3:30pm to ask if they had availability for four walk-in manicures and one…read morepedicure. We all needed various services. One "no chip manicure," one dip nails, two full-set acrylics, and the regular pedicure. Thankfully, they were able to get us in quickly. All three nail technicians were kind and worked quickly to take care of us. They have news on one tv and music videos in another. It's super chill in here, and none of us felt rushed. We would absolutely return for another quick girls' day.

1.6 mi•Wrigleyville, Lakeview

Three of our girls at the nail stations. (One-finished/other two nearly finished.)

Acrylic nails

See all

Chrome nails

Nailography

4.3(242 reviews)

Walk-ins welcome

Certified professionals

My nails look great! I got a non chip manicure and a pedicure…read more Salon was clean, they had Windows separating me from the stylist, and there are not many people in there. I will definitely go back for their attention to detail and service. I definitely wouldn't mind if they added a TV or something because my manicure and pedicure was very long and would have liked to have been able to watch a movie.

Please Please do not go to this nail shop. The workers are so rude and they talk to you any kind of…read moreway and its a money grab. I asked can my toe be cleaned up from the polish the worker called me crazy and walked off. No other worker asked to assist me. Do not go there. They can't do nails either

Gel X extension

Concerts Nail Designs

See all

Dipping Powder

Lakeview Nails

4.3(191 reviews)

0.7 mi•Lakeview

Service was amazing. I went to Ann and she was super kind and accommodating. I went for a no chip…read morepedicure but last minute decided to also get a no chip manicure. The prices are VERY fair. Bring cash if possible! There's a fee on credit cards

One of my favorite manicures in the city! Very efficient and always do a great job. Prices are also…read moresome of the best that are hard to beat!

Bubble Bath with Purple Chrome. Love it so much

See all

Hi-Way Nails

4.6(186 reviews)

1.0 mi•Lakeview

My nails look amazing!…read more My friend is a regular here, I've been a few times. I just came here to get my nails done before my wedding and they are great. They are funny, kind and do a great job. One of my nails was broken, but to fix it would have required cutting my nail super super short...before my wedding. It wasn't an issue to them. They put some tape on it, glued it, and painted over it...and you can't even tell. My nail is perfect. Thank you for such a great job! $40 for regular mani + pedi. $55 for gel.

Hi-Way Nails is a hole in the wall nail salon tucked away in Lakeview…read more I've always had really wonderful experiences with my dip manis and gel pedis and can say with confidence that this is a very reliable local nail salon. Wayne is hilarious and simply the best! Prices are very reasonable and decently less expensive than downtown Chicago. It's a bit of a hike north from where I live but always worth the trip! 5 stars for Hi-Way Nails and 10/10 recommend!

See all

Acrylic with gel polish

Pride Nail Boutique

5.0(6 reviews)

1.2 mi•Lakeview

Ask for Kim-- she's the best! I'm going on 3 weeks with my no chip and they still look amazing. Not…read moreone chip! The salon overall is phenomenal. They use high quality polish and it's cleanly. I recommend this nail salon!

Absolutely my favorite nail salon in Chicago again - always the coziest relaxing atmosphere, the…read morepolitest and friendliest staff, and the best results for services. I always go here to my get my nails done and my partner enjoys getting pedicures as well. Could not recommend enough :)

See all

Bauhaus inspired!

Vip Nail Spa

4.4(65 reviews)

1.0 mi•Lakeview

I had an excellent experience at VIP Nail Spa! Everyone was so friendly and kind. Tiffany was so…read morethorough and detail oriented, she did an amazing job! This is my new favorite place! Very reasonably priced, so clean and open! Will definitely be back.

What a hidden gem and amazing find!!…read more Everyone here is madly skilled and detail oriented. Ambiance is chill & really relaxing PLUSSS the prices are reasonable and able to afford in this economy. You have to try out

1.9 mi•Wrigleyville, Lakeview

Halloween spirit

See all

Spa Avenue

4.5(73 reviews)

Started of good then it wasn't.. I came for acrylic removal and a pedicure. My pedicure was the…read moreworst. and my manicure removal went well. For the pedicure.: the nail part was cute however the bottom and the side of my feet looked the same as I came. I brought this to the techs attention and she's goes next time you have to book a callus treatment. WTH? I still have dead skin on my feet. What a scam!! I'm so mad I wasted my money and time. Thank goodness we live in a city with options!

I've found my new nail place. And actually, I didn't even realize I needed a new nail place…read more I'm in the process of trying to beautify and pamper myself in the days before I give birth, and getting a manicure and pedicure was on my list of desired treatments. I haven't had a mani pedi since at least October 2019, if not further back than that. They haven't been my #1 priority for pampering (that's a facial), but it do enjoy it. I learned about Dazzle Dry polish in the last year or so and have been curious to try it ever since, but it appears that there's only a few salons in the city that use it and so that's what led me to Spa Avenue. When I got there the woman who worked on me was ready to start immediately; it just took me a few minutes to choose my color. I suppose it was a fairly standard manicure/pedicure, but still I appreciated her attention to detail and she had a great touch--not too rough or anything. My hands and feet feel so nice and soft now. My hands had been really dry lately but they feel soft and supple a day later. Dazzle Dry is fantastic, so between that and the good service I experienced here that will keep me coming back. I usually don't get color on my fingernails when I get a pedicure, I just get them buffed because if they aren't chipped by the time I leave the salon, they are by the end of that same evening. Over 24 hours later, there's not a chip to be seen on my nails currently. It's supposed to last something like 7-10 days and I believe it. It's also great because unlike no-chip, it doesn't have to cure or anything and you can remove it with regular acetone nail polish remover I think. I didn't realize how excited I would be to be able to wear nail color on my fingernails again, or how much I love the look of it! I'm not kidding when I say I gave up on nail polish well over a decade ago and haven't worn it since, and now I can't wait to return and try other colors. I wish I had gotten the name of the nail tech who worked on me today because she was excellent and I'd love to request her specifically next time. But all the folks here seem to know what they're doing so I would expect to have a good experience with anyone.

Checkout desk.

See all

Ocean Nail Spa

4.3(144 reviews)

0.7 mi•Lakeview

The picture i attached was when i first got my nails done and I thought they looked fine, however…read moreit's only been 5 days and a few of my nails are starting to lift and one nail has chipped. I thought service here was nice but felt a bit rushed. I think it's because i walked in and came before another persons appointment, so the nail tech had to rush to make sure that persons appointment was on time. Despite the affordable price, I don't think I'd come back based on the quality which is a shame because it seems like tons of people on Yelp love them.

I called into ocean nail spa on a whim yesterday around 11am and Suzanne worked me in for a…read moremani/pedi at 1:30pm the same day! I am picky with my nails and was pleased to have a great experience here! The energy in Ocean Nail Spa is positive, there's nice sunlight that shines in, a kumquat tree in the front window, a TV to watch or magazines to read while you're waiting / having a service done. LOVE the massage chairs too. I really appreciate how Suzanne talked with me about the colors I picked and was so kind to me at my visit. She did a great job at cleaning up my nails and I didn't know this but they have a $40 mani / pedi special on Wednesdays too! If you're looking for a reliable and quality spot in Lakeview to go get your nails (or another service) done, Ocean Nail Spa is an excellent choice. Great vibes here!