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Ok so I read all the reviews etc. I DM'd her the day of and she was super friendly and was able to get me in to a 6p appointment. For everyone complaining, you had to have done something (respectfully). All she asks is you show up on time. She was AMAZING. I typically get my nails done in Florida and wait until I'm there but I was in a crunch. The quality work superb and I'm EXTRA EXTRA particular so much that people won't do my nails and she handled my asks seamlessly. I am scared of the drill and she was patient. My nails look like I just got them done and it's been a week. You're doing yourself a disservice if you don't go here, just don't be late or rude. Also, the shop isn't on Bergen, it's to the side down a street to the right hand side (I couldn't find it)
I decided to try out Jenny for the first time after all the nice reviews. The nails did not disappoint! They look pretty natural, are all consistent on both hands, and I was in and out in less than an hour. It's $60 for a full acrylic set with gel polish (CASH ONLY), which is way less than what most salons charge as they do mediocre jobs most of the time. I don't think I'll be going to anyone other than Jenny for acrylics after today! The entrance is on Smith St, and the door is pretty inconspicuous. There are no signs. The person below me who calls the street and building "sketchy" ... this isn't downtown JC so it isn't going to be all glitz and glamour. There is nothing sketchy about the place at all if you're familiar with the area. I think we all know what they're referring to when they call a non-affluent place sketchy... lol. Go someplace else with that attitude.
Highly recommend! Jenny is super sweet and is so detail oriented. She specialized in Acrylic Nails only which is SO cool because you can tell that she has mastered it and loves what she does. If you are looking for a nice fresh set of Acrylics, look no further... go to Jenny!
There's a reason why Jenny has so many great reviews. Her whole in the wall place is perfect, just you and Jenny at your scheduled time. Jenny is SKILLED. She's quick and efficient. She's a PRO. My nails lasted sooooo long. Go to Jenny for an acrylic set! My full acrylic set WITH tips AND gel polish AND sparkle was $55 total. Honestly can't beat that price for this work. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT THO! She's popular so book your time.
I've been to Jenny twice, I didn't have a super terrible experience but probably won't be returning. The other reviews rave about her, they're right to an extent, but it's completely gone to her head lol. As all the other reviews say, she's GREAT with general technique and shaping. My almond shaped acrylics were beautiful and lasted 4 weeks! The issue comes in with preference. She's pretty opinionated and rigid when it comes to anything modern, which was a turn off for me. She took offense to me wanting to put a design over "HER beautiful nail shape"...even though they're on my body lol. We compromised (which I shouldn't have to do when I'm paying) but I still left unhappy with the result. See attached photo for inspo v reality. On my second visit, I decided to go with a plain color to avoid any tension. Go figure, the color ended up being completely different in the sun. She got pretty snappy when I asked her to change it (I offered to pay for it of course)...she wouldn't change it and literally "yeah yeah yeah"d me out of the door. I ended up going to a random shop who were perfectly fine taking my money and giving me what I asked for.
I made an appointment the day before. Jenny was very accommodating. Showed up on time (which she appreciated) and was done within the hour. She is sweet, funny, and talented. Found myself a new nail tech.
Had the pleasure of meeting Jenny after googling nail salons in the area then calling to make an appointment. I showed a photo of the full set and nail design I wanted and overall I was pleased with her work. She was very pleasant and we had a great conversation while she did my nails. I will definitely return back!
It took all of 4 minutes meeting Jenny for the first time for me to know I would never go anywhere else. Not only is she a master at her craft, she is one of the most humble, open hearted, hardworking, dedicated, perseverant people I have ever met. You walk in a stranger and leave a friend. She cares so much about what she does and her standards for her work are unparalleled. Her work should cost $120, easy, but you get SO much better for HALF the cost. If it made someone happy she wouldn't take a dime from them. Truly just a wonderful person and most fantastic nail artist I've ever met. It's rare to exceed my expectations. I don't go out of my way to write reviews. But she deserves it. Do not judge a book by its cover or you will miss out on every level. Jenny's location is humble, it's everything she needs and that's how she's mastered it. To her it's about giving anyone who walks in the door exactly what they came in for, but 10x better than the Pinterest or Instagram screenshot. She is simply lovely and the best I've ever met. Thank you Jenny
Jenny is amazing. This was my first time here and she gained a customer for life. She was so personable, friendly, and booked me an appointment same day. She is on point with technique, the product she uses is top of line. She took her time and did my shape and design exactly how I asked. She's awesome!
Jenny was fantastic! Really went above and beyond in staying late for me - I had a friend's wedding to attend and she normally would have closed but she kept the place open for me. Honestly, the experience was fantastic. I've gotten acrylic only a handful of times and Jenny is truly in a league of her own. She took her time, even though it was late and I'm sure she wanted to end the night. She really did an amazing job of shaping my nail just the way I wanted it, filing it to the right length, and laying down the acrylic neatly and efficiently. She even found a really similar color to what the bride had requested us bridesmaids to get for our Mani/pedis so it worked out perfectly. I'm loving it and definitely will be back! Thank you Jenny!
I just moved from Brooklyn to Jersey City and was nervous to try a new nail salon... let me tell you I am so glad I took a chance on Jenny and Nails by Jenny!! After spending over $100 on average nails in Brooklyn, my jaw dropped when Jenny gave me the best manicure I've ever had for $60. I've seriously never had a nail technician put so much time and detail into making my nails look perfect. Jenny is so kind and takes such pride in her work, 10/10 recommend that you try Nails by Jenny!
15 days ago
Jenny did such a good job and helped me find her studio. Very nice lady and gave me exactly what I was looking for read more
10 months ago
Absolutely loved Jenny and her work. I booked with her for the first time today. Beforehand, I read the reviews and was a little skeptical, but I didn't let that deter me, and I'm so glad I didn't. She was amazing: super kind, super welcoming, and her work was impeccable. no notes at all. She has zero tolerance for BS, and some people don't like that (which is clearly where the negative reviews come from). She's raw, authentic, and incredibly talented. I'll definitely be going back. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Ok so I read all the reviews etc. I DM'd her the day of and she was super friendly and was able to get me in to a 6p appointment. For everyone complaining, you had to have done something (respectfully). All she asks is you show up on time. She was AMAZING. I typically get my nails done in Florida and wait until I'm there but I was in a crunch. The quality work superb and I'm EXTRA EXTRA particular so much that people won't do my nails and she handled my asks seamlessly. I am scared of the drill and she was patient. My nails look like I just got them done and it's been a week. You're doing yourself a disservice if you don't go here, just don't be late or rude. Also, the shop isn't on Bergen, it's to the side down a street to the right hand side (I couldn't find it) read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
I decided to try out Jenny for the first time after all the nice reviews. The nails did not disappoint! They look pretty natural, are all consistent on both hands, and I was in and out in less than an hour. It's $60 for a full acrylic set with gel polish (CASH ONLY), which is way less than what most salons charge as they do mediocre jobs most of the time. I don't think I'll be going to anyone other than Jenny for acrylics after today! The entrance is on Smith St, and the door is pretty inconspicuous. There are no signs. The person below me who calls the street and building "sketchy" ... this isn't downtown JC so it isn't going to be all glitz and glamour. There is nothing sketchy about the place at all if you're familiar with the area. I think we all know what they're referring to when they call a non-affluent place sketchy... lol. Go someplace else with that attitude. read more
1 year ago
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4 years ago
Highly recommend! Jenny is super sweet and is so detail oriented. She specialized in Acrylic Nails only which is SO cool because you can tell that she has mastered it and loves what she does. If you are looking for a nice fresh set of Acrylics, look no further... go to Jenny! read more
6 years ago
There's a reason why Jenny has so many great reviews. Her whole in the wall place is perfect, just you and Jenny at your scheduled time. Jenny is SKILLED. She's quick and efficient. She's a PRO. My nails lasted sooooo long. Go to Jenny for an acrylic set! My full acrylic set WITH tips AND gel polish AND sparkle was $55 total. Honestly can't beat that price for this work. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT THO! She's popular so book your time. read more
2 years ago
The overall experience was great. The bad reviews scared me to go a little, but when I showed up she was super sweet, and she works super efficiently with great quality. I made her go a little out of her comfort zone with the design I wanted, but she delivered and it came out amazing. read more
6 years ago
I've been to Jenny twice, I didn't have a super terrible experience but probably won't be returning. The other reviews rave about her, they're right to an extent, but it's completely gone to her head lol. As all the other reviews say, she's GREAT with general technique and shaping. My almond shaped acrylics were beautiful and lasted 4 weeks! The issue comes in with preference. She's pretty opinionated and rigid when it comes to anything modern, which was a turn off for me. She took offense to me wanting to put a design over "HER beautiful nail shape"...even though they're on my body lol. We compromised (which I shouldn't have to do when I'm paying) but I still left unhappy with the result. See attached photo for inspo v reality. On my second visit, I decided to go with a plain color to avoid any tension. Go figure, the color ended up being completely different in the sun. She got pretty snappy when I asked her to change it (I offered to pay for it of course)...she wouldn't change it and literally "yeah yeah yeah"d me out of the door. I ended up going to a random shop who were perfectly fine taking my money and giving me what I asked for. read more
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4 years ago
I made an appointment the day before. Jenny was very accommodating. Showed up on time (which she appreciated) and was done within the hour. She is sweet, funny, and talented. Found myself a new nail tech. read more
4 years ago
Had the pleasure of meeting Jenny after googling nail salons in the area then calling to make an appointment. I showed a photo of the full set and nail design I wanted and overall I was pleased with her work. She was very pleasant and we had a great conversation while she did my nails. I will definitely return back! read more
4 years ago
It took all of 4 minutes meeting Jenny for the first time for me to know I would never go anywhere else. Not only is she a master at her craft, she is one of the most humble, open hearted, hardworking, dedicated, perseverant people I have ever met. You walk in a stranger and leave a friend. She cares so much about what she does and her standards for her work are unparalleled. Her work should cost $120, easy, but you get SO much better for HALF the cost. If it made someone happy she wouldn't take a dime from them. Truly just a wonderful person and most fantastic nail artist I've ever met. It's rare to exceed my expectations. I don't go out of my way to write reviews. But she deserves it. Do not judge a book by its cover or you will miss out on every level. Jenny's location is humble, it's everything she needs and that's how she's mastered it. To her it's about giving anyone who walks in the door exactly what they came in for, but 10x better than the Pinterest or Instagram screenshot. She is simply lovely and the best I've ever met. Thank you Jenny read more
5 years ago
Like I said "I can't quit you Jenny" Amazing amazing amazing work!!! Return customer and will keep coming back! read more
4 years ago
Jenny is amazing. This was my first time here and she gained a customer for life. She was so personable, friendly, and booked me an appointment same day. She is on point with technique, the product she uses is top of line. She took her time and did my shape and design exactly how I asked. She's awesome! read more
7 years ago
Jenny was fantastic! Really went above and beyond in staying late for me - I had a friend's wedding to attend and she normally would have closed but she kept the place open for me. Honestly, the experience was fantastic. I've gotten acrylic only a handful of times and Jenny is truly in a league of her own. She took her time, even though it was late and I'm sure she wanted to end the night. She really did an amazing job of shaping my nail just the way I wanted it, filing it to the right length, and laying down the acrylic neatly and efficiently. She even found a really similar color to what the bride had requested us bridesmaids to get for our Mani/pedis so it worked out perfectly. I'm loving it and definitely will be back! Thank you Jenny! read more
4 years ago
I just moved from Brooklyn to Jersey City and was nervous to try a new nail salon... let me tell you I am so glad I took a chance on Jenny and Nails by Jenny!! After spending over $100 on average nails in Brooklyn, my jaw dropped when Jenny gave me the best manicure I've ever had for $60. I've seriously never had a nail technician put so much time and detail into making my nails look perfect. Jenny is so kind and takes such pride in her work, 10/10 recommend that you try Nails by Jenny! read more
5 years ago
I love Jenny!!! She does such an amazing job with nails but is also so nice! The acrylics I get are thin and perfectly shaped. She responds so quickly on text/call too!! Highly recommend read more
7 years ago
Jenny is awesome and super nice. An acrylic ARTIST. And she works fast! - Make an appointment! - The entrance is actually on Smith not Bergen. - Reasonable prices, cash only. - Cute gel color selection. - No pedis, acrylics only. It's really hard to find people who are skilled at acrylics in this area so I'll definitely return! read more
8 years ago
Initially when I left the shop I was going really give a positive review. I had no issue with my nails when she was finished, however when I got home and I noticed my nails were chipping. By the end of the day all of my nails on my left hand were chipped. I've never had airbrushed nails and I will never get them again. It's been less than a week since I got my nails done and it looks ive had these nails for weeks. I wasted $45 and I now have to go elsewhere to get a whole new set. read more
6 years ago
7 years ago
I went to Jenny for the first time today for a fill and I could not be happier! You can definitely tell she's been doing nails for a long time by how much effort and detail she puts into everything. The shape is perfect and she even took the time to seal up some lift I had underneath my nails from the tips I had on previously. She cares so much about the quality of her work. I went from having really thick and wide acrylics that I wasn't too happy with to beautiful thin (but sturdy) nails, it was a full on transformation. She makes great conversation and is very friendly. The time flew by and I've never left a salon so happy with my experience! It's 100% worth the trip from Hoboken with the money I saved and the service I got. I'll be recommending Jenny to anyone I know that has acrylics! :) read more
5 years ago
Jenny is the best. I have been going to her for 10 months now and she never disappoints. Between customers services and quality of work Nails by Jenny is one of Jersey city's best kep read more
6 years ago
I'm at a loss for words. Jenny is by far the most experienced nail tech that I've ever been to. She's keen on expectations and detail. I came in with a set that was terrible, thick and clunky, Jenny was able to fix it and make my nails look natural. I'm a customer for life, I high recommend. read more
8 years ago
I traveled in town on business, and as luck would have it banged my nail getting off the plane. I was stuck with a lifted nail, and I was sure that I would end up breaking it before the weekend came. So, I started looking on yelp. As soon as I saw the reviews for this place, I set my alarm to wake up in time to try to get an appointment. Not only does she take her time, but she has great conversation and is a veteran in the business. Whenever I am in town I will come and see her. I haven't done acrylics in a long time, and it feels good to be back in a more durable nail. read more
8 years ago
6 years ago
Called Jenny after seeing her yelp and got an appointment the same day. Her tiny studio is no frills but her work is amazing! She listened to exactly what I wanted, helped me pick out the perfect shade of light pink and nailed the shape which I'm very particular about! Worth the Uber to JC and you can't beat the price! read more
5 years ago
Went to Jenny again for nails for my engagement party! She did such a good job the first time around that I knew she would do amazingly second time! I was not disappointed. Jenny is awesome!!! read more
Jenny is the best!! I've been coming to her faithfully for about a year now and I have zero complaints!! She always shapes my nails just how I like them! And does a great job. She's always friendly.. prices are fair.. and quality is on point. I wouldn't trade her ; ) By appointment only, so make sure to call ahead of time. Also cash only, so make sure to have some handy or make a pit stop at the bank.. there are a bunch within walking distance. read more
8 years ago
Jenny is not a nail technician, she's a nail magician!! I came in with a bad acrylic job done in Cambodia and she reassured me she could fix it without removing the old set. I trusted her and she delivered!! She is so down to earth, funny, and easy to talk to. She didn't try to scam me like other nail places would do. I wanted ballerina shape nails with a French ombré design and that is exactly what I got. A little hole in the wall and definitely a new favorite for me. I will only be coming back to Jenny from now on. Before and after pictures of my nails. read more
6 years ago
If you are looking for an inexpensive place to get acrylics, Jenny is your girl! She is a 1 women show so you get a private appointment in her salon (especially nice during a pandemic!). Jenny has a high attention to detail, and my nails always come out looking amazing! I used to get gel and it would always chip within 1-2 weeks, but now that I have been going to Jenny I can get affordable acrylics that last 3-4 weeks! Great selection of gel colors and also does airbrush. Her appointments are in 1 hour time slots all day so don't be late or you will mess up her whole schedule. Parking is usually easy to find and is free on Sunday! Covid: wash hands as soon as you get inside, temp check, sign waiver, sanitized station, fresh gloves between customers, plexi barrier read more
Officially found my new nail beautician! Made a 7pm appointment. Being somewhat familiar with the area I knew parking would be a bit of a hassle. Must of been my lucky day because I found a spot right in front of the shop. Parking was totally not a hassle! Yet regardless of that, I recommend to always attempt to arrive 10-15 mins earlier to give you that extra time to look for parking. I was happily greeted and within minutes of arriving I was attended. Love that this place is by appointments only. As Jenny worked on my nails she was great walking me through the process. She made me feel like I officially found more then just a nail beautician, a good friend! Thanks Jenny. Totally look forward to my next appt. Before you know it, I was done with my nails and WOWZERS talk about perfection! My nails look amazing. read more
7 years ago
I've gone to sooo many different nail salons in my life and Jenny by far is the best quality I've experienced. My nails never fall off, the polish always stays perfect & I'm constantly complimented about my manicure. I use my hands a lot at work (bartending) & my nails always stay beautiful which I really appreciate, especially when being photographed. Her pricing is amazing for the quality of her work as well. I read a recent negative review and felt I had to put my opinion here for all to see. Jenny doesn't smoke weed but likes to take a puff of her vaporizer, and in the two years I've been going to her, only does so by her front door when I'm washing my hands before we polish the nails. I love that I can sit there and have good conversation with her. She also likes to have the tv on sometimes for her clients & we love watching house flipper shows. Payment is cash only and luckily there is a Bank of America atm right next door which has been convenient when I forgot to take cash with me. If I could give Jenny more than 5 stars I absolutely would. She runs her business solo & her work has been nothing short of exceptional for me every single time. She takes her time & I appreciate her attention to detail. I also see the good relationships she has with other clients when I come in and she's finishing up with them, even outside of her salon I've met customers who go to her too. Every single one was laughing with her, or about her & were happy with her work. It's important to me to have a good relationship with whoever is touching my hair, skin or nails so I really appreciate that it's a two way street of respect with her. You get what you give 100%! Jenny you're the best! A true Jersey City gem. read more
6 years ago
6 years ago
Jenny was super personable, funny, and offered good advice on nail style and color. It was my first time with acrylics and her work made me feel glamorous. The nails came out great and lasted a long time with no chipping whatsoever. However, the drill she used nicked my cuticle on my ring finger a little. You can see a small hint of blood in the picture. The nails were also a tad too thick for my liking. The longer they got, the thicker they looked. Removal was a pain and my natural nails were ruined. It took maybe 7-8 months for them to return to normal. I do not fault Jenny for this. I will probably never do acrylics again based on maintenance and the removal process but would recommend Jenny if you are used to acrylics and the upkeep. Just don't be late for your appointments or cancel last minute as a courtesy and out of respect for her time. She runs a very tight ship! read more
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What is the price for a new set and refill as of 2022?
Anyone know how to book an appointment?
You can call. I just booked an appointment.
Did they move?
No, Jenny is still in the same location which is technically 860 Bergen but the entrance is on smith street
I have not had the luck to have a good acrylic that lasts more than a week. How long is your work?
At least 3 to 4 weeks depends how you take care of your nail . Thank you for your question
How much for a mani/pedi?
jenny only does acrylic manicures. $25 for a regular acrylic fill, $35 for a gel acrylic fill. she…
How much is a gel manicure?
Sorry I do not do gel manicure specializing Acrylic nails only
Is there an extra charge for French? If so, how much?
Yes there extra charge for French from $5-$10 depends what style .
Hi, how much for acrylic fill in with gel polish?
Acrylic fill $25 with gel polish $35
How much did you pay for your acrylics?
If i can remember correctly i paid about $30
Does anyone know if Jenny can do anything besides acrylic? dip powder set/fills?
I believe she does fill in's , but not dip powder
I just called them using number on yelp and the Lady said they don't do manicure or pedicure ? Any suggestions…
Yes this is true , when i went i did my pedicure at another shop after.
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