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

I found this place from a instagram Ad. The pictures were impressive so I decided to make an…read moreappointment and try this place out. I have to say that the pictures didn't match how it looked in person. The place was just, dirty. The floors, everything looks old and worn out. I still decided to give them a try. The surround area was just messy, dirty floors, washroom, hair on the floor, garbage on the floor, dusty. It was a complete turn off. The service was ok, the message was just random, the pedicure was better than the manicure. The manicure was rushed, uneven polish. The manicure polish did chip after one day. The price for the pedicure was spa pedicure was $45 and manicure was $27. The price was ok, but quality and cleanliness was just not up to par! I'm search for a nice salon continues...

Terrible Service - Stay Far Away This is one of the worst…read morenail salons I've ever been to. Unless you're spending a lot of money, they don't value you as a customer. If you say you're unhappy with something, they will literally ban your email so you can't book online forcing you to call in, and then no one wants to help. That's exactly what happened to me. Simon did my nails. I chose a polish but didn't like how it looked after it was applied. I politely asked him to change it, and he charged me $20 for the polish change which I paid without complaint. But afterward, I discovered my email had been blocked from booking. That's their idea of "customer service." The atmosphere is just as bad. The staff constantly speak in their language while staring at customers, making it obvious they're gossiping. I even saw this happen to another customer who simply asked her nail tech to fix something. They are rude, dismissive, and act like they're doing you a favor just by working on your nails. Extremely unprofessional. Overall, this salon is disrespectful, shady, and clearly does not care about its customers. There are plenty of better salons in Markham -- save your time and your money, Stay far away!

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.

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!

I'm not a big fan of nail salons normally, as I've experienced very curt customer service from many…read moretypical nail services. I came here a month ago and made a very last minute appointment (around 9 am for an appointment at 11am). The service I did was Gel nails + Extensions + 2 Designs for $60. These were the things that I've noted and remembered: PROS - ladies that were servicing were really nice and courteous - took in last minute appointments - service was done professionally - no pain from any of the services - usually I experience some pain with nail buffering and the UV light heating, I didn't experience that here - despite the fact that the esthetician didn't know how to do the "marble effect" she attempted it until it was up to what I wanted - the gradient of the white was used with a professional spray to have a really flawless effect, not hand drawn so I appreciated that - they provided a complimentary hand and arm massage along and applied lotion at the end CONS - the lasted me three weeks vs the usual four weeks that I get, but I do understand, I'm not exactly the most delicate with my nails and hands - one of the esthetician was new at the job so she was much slower, but quality wasn't compromised - pricing maybe a little more than your typical nail salons - salon looks a little run down, more humbling decor Overall, this was a really nice experience, definitely, if you have time, go to this place, they do offer really good quality customer service and will get the job to the best of their abilities.

I heard a lot of mixed reviews about this place but I felt I should try it for myself. A small nail…read moresalon but skilled girls who listen to you and give their opinions as well. Since this was my first time getting my nails done, Vivian really helped me out through the process. She was patient and I ended up with pretty nails. Thank you Vivian for your great work on my nails. I am definitely coming back soon

I've been to Nails Tata three times now, and Taylor, the nail technician, is both highly skilled…read moreand accommodating. She took the time to listen to my ideas and preferences, ensuring the final nail design matched the photos I provided. She is really precise and has a lot of patience. I was so impressed with her work that I can confidently say I'll continue returning to Nails Tata. My nails haven't broken, and their gel is impressively strong albeit a bit painful when using the lamp. If you don't mind the nails growing out, they can last well over three weeks! Plus, if you have any issues, they'll fix it for free within a month! To make the process quicker, be sure to have your photo references/ideas ready.

Went there to celebrate my daughter birthday. Place is bright and clean, people are really nice,…read moreand service is amazingly good! They have a big variety of colour and techniques, also drawings ! A big shout-out to Taylor who was able to attend our wish of a personalized nail! They are good, fast and creative! It was a great finding. We will be going back for sure!

Ok I've been to so many places for waxing and they are all bad or over priced. This place is…read moreAMAZING! !!!I'M GOING BACK AGAIN AND AGAIN . I'll try them for nails next ...you have to go here !!!

Terrible! Not only did she not know how to do manicure service, she stopped mid-way to do complete…read morea service for another client. I would not recommend this place.

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.