Leona is an expert in nail care. She can give a beautiful manicure or pedicure, but more importantly she can improve your nail and skin health. If you suffer from thick or unhealthy toenails, Leona is the one for you. Currently she is at the Nail Bar in Los Altos. read more

Leona is the best! I've had regular facials by her for two years and I'm always happy with the results. She uses wonderful products, top of the line equipment, and always explains everything she uses on my skin. I highly recommend Leona. read more

I've been going to Leona for years. She is the best! She is kind about changing appointments when I need to and will fix a chipped nail at no cost. She is a real artist and perfectionist. read more

I decided to pay Leona a visit for my eyebrows after reading some of her Yelp reviews. There are relatively few reviews on here, but regardless, she is truly excellent (and underrated, perhaps because her salon is hidden in the back of Blue Mercury). She is SO meticulous and detail-oriented. She knows what she's doing (she measures first and knows to not over-pluck) and never rushes, always giving me the time of day for my eyebrows to look the best. I have light eyebrows, and before my first visit, I wasn't sure what she was going to do or if her work was going to make a significant difference on my face. It turned out great, and she continues to consistently do a flawless job. My brows always are more "accentuated" after she works on them. She does a wonderful job shaping my brows (creating a gentle arch), cleaning up my baby hairs, and overall making my face look a lot nicer ;) During my first visit, I asked her to do threading, as threading was what I had heard was "better," but she ended up doing a mix of waxing and threading, and it worked out nicely. During every visit, she continues to do this combo - she usually waxes first and then threads to deal with the smaller details. Logistically, she is easy to book. I can usually call early afternoon, and she'll have spots available later that day. My first visit was $20 (late 2018) for eyebrows, and then all visits for returning clients are $15 (as of August 2019). So quite affordable, especially compared to LaBelle, etc. Cash or check only. Again, she is so incredible at what she does and is very kind. 10/10 would recommend her for eyebrows! read more

Review for Jenny (Waxer/Threader) If you read my last review on Impression you'll understand why I was in such a dire need to find a new eyebrow waxer. I came here based off of a rec from a friend and I happened to be in the area so I popped on by and Jenny was free to help me at the last minute. Right at the first glance of my eyebrows, Jenny immediately said to me, "Whoever did your eyebrows last made them way too thin." From that, I knew right off the bat she knew her ish and knew what she was doing. She cleaned up my eyebrows (painlessly, thank goodness) and then gave me a mirror after to show me that there were areas that I needed to grow out in order to get my natural arch back. Jenny spent the time to explain to me which areas I'm allowed to tweeze in order to avoid over-tweezing. She even pulled out an eyebrow pen to show me how to fill in my eyebrows in the meantime while I let my arch grow back. She was super thorough and cleaned up my eyebrows very well without taking off too much. Even the areas where she did need to pluck, it was painless! I couldn't have been happier after seeing Jenny and I'm glad to say that I am on my road to recovery! :) (Oh, also, she does threading and offered to do my lips but since I was in a rush I had to pass. I appreciated that she didn't pressure me to do it right then and there. I'll definitely be back and will definitely try threading next time.) read more

I've been going to see Leona for threading for a few years now. Not only is she good at what she does but she is priced very reasonably and it is easy to get an appointment. Once in a while I will get a facial as well and she makes sure to tailor the facial to my specific needs. She always gives me good advice about my skin. The salon is located in the back of the Blue Mercury beauty supply store so the accommodations are small and not fancy but that is probably what keeps her prices reasonable. Cash and check only. read more

Leona is a hidden gem as she offers exceptional services at a very good price point. She is the only person I trust to thread my eyebrows and trust me, I've been to very high end salons for this service. She is also an exceptional manicurist but lately I have been trying her facials. She uses a very interesting machine that uses mechanical suction/kneading to 'exercise' the muscles under your skin. My face looks noticeably more youthful, fresh and firmer when I leave. In between facials, I am having her do a 30 minute treatment with mainly this machine. I see it as exercise for the face and it really works well. I highly recommend Leona and her services! read more

This review is for a pedicure done by Jenny. First tip: cash or check only, no credit cards. It was a bit tricky to find. I didn't know that the salon was located inside a retail establishment so it felt weird to have people walking by, shopping and peeking in as they go by. The ladies are the sweetest ladies, but the pedicure was only OK; it actually was not very neat, nail polish on the cuticles, etc. The establishment wasn't set up with massage chairs, foot baths and everything felt like an adhoc operation. I don't think I would come back for a pedicure. AlthoughI might try them again if I'm thinking of getting my eyebrows done. There were many positive reviews for this particular service. read more

I discovered Leona on Yelp and decided on try her out. I actually was a little confused finding her salon because it's actually located in the back of Peninsula Beauty Supply. And it's less of a salon and more of a cramped little room that doubles as both a hair and nail salon. If you're looking for a spa experience or even a relaxing experience, this is not your go-too. Leona is awesome though! She knows her craft and will give you a great manicure. I do want to note though that as beautiful as the manicure did turn out, my nails are chipping after less than a week. Any good manicurist knows to put an extra layer of polish at the tips to prohibit this -- which shockingly -- Leona did not do. But again, she really knows what she's doing so I'm honestly surprised she messed that up. read more

Leona is incredible! She has been doing my nails for years and I love her! The salon is very clean and nice, and I get compliments on my nails all the time. I have recommended Leona to numerous friends, who have also falling in love with her and your work. Best place to get your nails done in the whole Bay Area! read more

I have my nails done with gel since 15 years in France. Since I am living here I have been desperately looking for the same quality that I had over there... I tried many , and by chance I have found Leona !! She is just perfect ! My nails look great, natural, and I never had a single problem with them. She is also very aware of how to use natural products and her advices are always welcome. She is providing a hand massage at the end which leaves your skin nice and soft. Marie is taking care of my feet, it is as good as can be! Both of them make you feel comfortable and welcome ! I highly recommend this place. Oh and guess what... La cerise sur le gateau ( The icing on the cake) Leona is fluent french !!! read more

i have been regular customer and visit this place for BRAZILIAN WAX and Bikini. Leona is excellent she is very professional , she uses best wax and it's almost painless. she has specials for free upper lip wax on sunday and mondays! and her prices her very reasonable among the other places i have tried . I highly recommend this place especially for wax.. read more

Leona is amazing! She does great work and fits me in whenever I need some help. She responds quickly on text and we practice our French. She is also great with life advice - I feel like I get a bonus therapy session. :) read more

I just had my 3 Vinylux manicure. Its a fantastic new technology that extends my manicure to 10 days without the drying and nail damage of a gel manicure. Go see Leona and ask her about this lastest nail polish technology, I sure love it!! read more

Love yelp too! I found Nails by Leona here and Leona is as amazing as others have reviewed. She does a meticulous and gorgeous job on my nails and then I tried her PhotoFacial. She uses expensive hard to find creams and I leave looking and feeling so much better. I don't review much but I have to give Leona major props! read more

Leona is a wonderful esthetician. I go at least monthly for main/pedi, threading and facials. My skin has never looked so well. Love her products. She has done magic with my eyebrown shape and the threading lasts soooo long. I couldnt be happier with her service and will continue to see her for years. I really appreciate the difference she and her staff had made for me. read more

I have been getting liquid gel fills (not the stinky powder ones that crack) from Leona for close to 15 years! I moved to Oakland 6 years ago and still make the trip whenever possible. Often get compliments on my nails from strangers which is wild because before Leona I was a crazy nail-biter. Also get the periodic leg wax, eyebrow wax, and pedicure - will never let anyone other than Leona touch my eyebrows. She is super flexible with scheduling and has great staff helping her. read more

Leona is absolutely the best esthetician I have ever been to. I go to her regularly for facials. I turn 60 this year, and easily look 10-15 years younger. I thank Leona for that. Leona is extremely knowledgeable. She encouraged me to use a different line of skin care - Physiodermie - which has made a big difference on my skin. She uses great products and always teaches me something new. She is a master at eyebrows and usually cleans mine up, too, during my facials. I've also used Leona for face threading. She's fast and thorough. And I sent my teenage daughter to Leona when she was having skin breakout issues. Leona helped her so much. Leona is conveniently located in the back of the Peninsula Beauty store in downtown Los Altos. Her prices are incredibly reasonably - especially for downtown Los Altos! Her one hour facial - using high end products - is only $60. If you are in need of a good facial - and ladies who isn't? - please visit Leona. You will not be disappointed. read more

It's sometimes tricky when traveling to find a great nail salon. Well i found one and it is Leona. As unassuming as it is, I had a great gel mani and a wonderful pedi. Their attention to detail was amazing. If I lived here this would be my salon for sure. I am extremely picky and i was not disappointed at all. These woman are a wealth of knowledge so as a bonus I learned a lot as well! read more

Leona is a highly skilled esthetician, and her amazing facials have to be her best kept secret! Employing a combination of techniques including steam bath, warm herbal cleansing and exfoliating mask, massage, IPL (Intense Pulse Light) therapy, and the finest products from around the world, she soothes, brightens, tones and tightens your skin. With lovely music in the background, I relax so completely I usually fall asleep! read more

Not only are my nails perfection itself, with the finest contours, glass-like surfaces, and no flaws whatsoever, I enjoyed my time talking with Leona. She is talented, and exceptionally wise. read more

I visited Leona for the first time 2 weeks ago and go my eyebrows done and a pedi. I'm thoroughly impressed and will be coming back here often. Leona spent a good amount of time on my eyebrows and made sure I was happy with them. She explained to me what she was doing and why and made suggestions if I wanted my brows to look fuller. The woman who did my pedi (can't remember her name) was awesome. My toes have never looked so good and they still look brand new after 2 weeks. The things I like the most about my experience was that there was no pressure whatsoever. Leona didn't try to sell me on any other product or service. Her salon is very modest (which I like) and her prices are very reasonable. I'm ecstatic that I've found a salon so close to home that does great brows AND pedis :) read more

This is a great place if you want to get your eyebrows threaded. It's not easy finding a place that offers this kind of service. Jenny does a fantastic job. I can highly recommend her. I read more

Leona has been doing my nails since 1992! I have been going to her through three different locations over the years. She is simply the best around. I get compliments all the time and have referred some people to her. A couple of friends have been loyal customers for 10-15 years. She keeps up with the latest products and technologies and is always improving her craft. The gel and her masterful techniques leave me with beautiful nails, never any lifting, and she is a pleasure to talk with. She is patient and works diligently to achieve the perfect manicure every time. I've told her several times that there is none better. I can't recommend her highly enough. read more

Leona has been doing my nails for about 17 years and she is seriously the best, just wonderful. I have gel nails, and they look beautiful and natural. I get compliments on them all the time and several of my friends have gone to see her based on seeing my nails. I never have any issues with lifting and the finish is very thin. Top notch pedicures as well. She uses quality products from lotions to polish. Leona is also a licensed esthetician and gives wonderful facials. I highly recommend her! read more

Well, my fellow Yelpers have done it again and steered me toward a fabulous aesthetician in my new hood. Since moving to Mountain View a few weeks ago, my brows were in some serious need for TLC. I searched Yelp for a new brow lady and I've found her!!! Leona was wonderful! She's an expert at brows, takes the time to make sure they are perfect (and mine are naturally pretty invisible and unruly so kudos to her for making me look awesome) and is very friendly to boot! I got a brow wax and tint but Leona informed me she does all waxing (Brazilian for $35 on Sun/Mon!!!), facials and nails! While I was waiting for my brow tint to set, she noticed my cuticles were dry and put some ointment on them for me. She takes appointments every day and into the late evening which is helpful for mamas like me, VERY reasonable, is affable and an absolute genius with brows. What more can you ask for?! Tip: the shop is located on Main in Los Altos but after-hours she asks that you come in the back door because the shop is closed. Locate the shop first and then drive around back to park (plenty of parking). See Leona and enjoy your beautiful brows! Oh and bring cash or check after hours. read more

I am so glad to find Leona via Yelp for an extended bikini wax today. She was very patient and listed to what I like to have done. Like other reviewers mentioned, Leona uses high-quality French wax and was very detail about the cleanness. One add'l plus: the price was fantastic (very affordable compared to what I paid for in the past. The salon might not be fancy and new, but I am very pleased with Lenoa - Excellent waxing job using high quality product at an amazing price! It's going to be my pedi and mani place next time! read more

I love Leona. I go to her for her threading and nail services. She is always willing to work me in, and she spends a lot of time with me to make sure everything is just the way I like it. She is great! read more

This is review is for Jenny. She is amazing-She did my eyebrows and nails and took her time with both. She' s such a sweet person, it was a joy spending time getting to know her. I finally found my new nail and eyebrow place! read more

I have been going to Leona for about 7 years for gel nails, waxing and threading (and sometimes facials, too). She really does an amazing job every time. My nails look great for 3-4 weeks, and the special was she uses for the bikini wax is the least painful I've ever had. She's flexible with appointments, uses high quality products, and she does a great job with the many services she offers. I highly recommend her! read more

I got my eyebrows threaded for the first time by Leona, so I can't really compare it to other experiences. The pain wasn't too bad (couldn't even feel the plucking) and she knew to keep my arch and to not make my eyebrows any thinner. The appointment was reasonably priced, quick, and stress-free. read more

This is by FAR the best bikini wax that you will ever have. Good technique and products. The wax doesn't pull off your skin and doesn't hurt like regular salons. Leona is great and she knows her stuff! read more

I recently got a bikini wax by Leona and it was fantastic. She uses two types of topic numbing cream and a type of wax that I had never heard of or seen before. The result was an effective but significantly less painful experience. I previously went to an Aveda salon and paid twice as much for a more painful experience. I will be going back to Leona next time for sure! read more