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    Nails by Lee

    3.7 (87 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Services - Nails by Lee

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    12/30/2020
    Yamit Y.

    12/30/2030 They are open and see customers, but you have to make an appointment, come from the back door and pay cash or Venmo. They don't take credit cards at the moment. I got a regular pedicure and a gel mani for $60. The lady was working on my toes and the guy did my nails. When I left the salon I was pretty satisfied with the results but when I came home I noticed how average was the manicure. On one of my nails, I there is clear gel on my cuticles. It was probably the base coast or the top coat. On some of my other nails I noticed he didn't apply the nail polish on the side of the nail. On my left thumb you can see the bubbles from when he re-apply the nail polish. While this is it the worst manicure I ever got, it's not the best. Far from it. Very average and not worth the price in my opinion. My toes, on the other hand, look great. So at least it wasn't a complete waste of money and time. I will probably only come back here for pedicures, but not for manicure. ***Update 01/04/2021- my gel nail polish is chipping off after less then a week! The shape of the nails also look uneven. Will not be coming back. I would love to support local business at this time but I also want to get the value for my money. I spend $65 here (with tip). Waste of money and time.

    Freya W.

    i love love love nails by lee! first off, the customer service is astounding. daniel & karen are the sweetest people and make the atmosphere in the space feel so warm & welcoming. i always arrive & leave with a smile! as for the service itself, i am so happy with my nails every time!!! karen is always so precise & detailed, and if i ever want a change or alteration, she is willing. last night i received a pedicure from ashley and she too takes such good care & did a lovely job! not to mention how kind & personable she is :) bringing everyone i know to this place, its my favorite!

    Beautiful dip done by cece, was also assisted by daniel and ash getting pedicures and everything. They were FANTASTIC!!!
    BB L.

    I got dip here with my cousins and they pampered us and treated us like queens!!! I looove my dip she did great and they accommodated our every need. Our nails came out looking divine. Daniel, Ash, and Cece did terrific jobs!! We all walked away feeling great :) they also made sure we had a good parking spot and didnt get ticketed by parking in the back. Thank you so much we will certainly return when we are back in town!!!

    gel french mani
    Makani N.

    This couple is so sweet. It's hard for me to find nail salons open after my work hours. I called and they super kindly offered to stay open very close to their closing hours just for me. They gave me their card and told me to text ahead of time if I want to come after hours -that they live close and will try to accommodate me! I plan to continue supporting this couple & local business

    Tony is the best at pedicures..
    Christina T.

    This is home to me. I feel safe as if I'm in my own living room. The service is delightful and it is a place where I can relax. If you haven't tried this sanctuary, I would suggest you do it soon.

    Judith M.

    Walked in last minute today! New management, beautiful space, and clean. I got a gel pedicure & had my old gel pedi removed. I got a beautiful vanilla color. They took their time and made me feel very comfortable. I'll be coming back for sure! Please check them out if your looking for a new nail place in Santa Monica.

    Very nice nails !! I love the color :) The lady was super sweet and did them quickly ! I'm in luvvv

    Lee
    Bianca R.

    Lee is the sweetest most talented nail technician I've ever had. She can literally take any picture you find and replicate it. She's good at every type of nail and shape. So nice and easy to work with. You never feel any pressure from her that you might feel with other techs. You will simply never be disappointed with her shaping and design skills.

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    Cici is the sweetest and both times I've been here she's been so accommodating and done a great job. Will definitely be coming back!

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    This place sucks. Worst service and rude people that work there. I got an infection from unsterilized tools. So not happy

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    4 years ago

    Fantastic time here! Got my nails done and couldn't have been more comfortable. Love the new look!

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    New management & they run the place perfectly. Great service, relaxing environment, ask for Karen!!

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    Nice people but terrible work. Never going back again. Not professionals when it comes to doing nails. It was a waste of money for me.

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